Acupuncture

Acupuncture is one of the oldest medical procedures used in the world today.  It began in China over 2000 years ago and has been used as a primary method of treatment ever since.  One of the distinguishing characteristics of Oriental Medicine is that it looks at the body as a whole, rather than focusing on individual symptoms.  This allows for more effective treatment by focusing on the root cause disease. According to Chinese medical theory, disease occurs because the body is out of balance.  To restore harmony, acupuncture needles are inserted at specific points along pathways called channels or meridians.  By stimulating these points, the body’s qi (pronounced chee), or vital energy, rebalances.  The patient’s general condition of health is improved by strengthening the body’s ability to remain healthy and withstand disease or hardship.

Book an Acupuncture Appointment

The Wellness Center: Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays 
The Healing Tree, Alexandria, VA: Mondays and Thursdays

To learn more visit www.acupuncturealexandria.com, call Sarah at 703-217-7124 or email info@acupuncturealexandria.com.

Price:
Initial extended visit for new clients: $130
Followup sessions: $90

Book an Acupuncture Session

Client Reviews

Severe shoulder pain suffered for 1 year

“I cannot recommend too highly both the skill and personal approach to care exhibited at all times by Sarah Shupe.  Having endured  a year of pain in my shoulder, a condition that virtually disabled me on the right side and which defied traditional medical treatment, I turned to Sarah Shupe for help.  From the first treatment session the shoulder improved and over a month the pain was relieved almost totally and I  was again able to use my right arm without debilitating pain. My experience with acupuncture like my wife’s before me seems to have achieved a result that eluded standard medical treatment.” - Stephen G.

Sinus problems, headaches and migraines, muscle tension, anxiety

“I was very surprised I got some terrific relief on my first visit.  Each visit gives even more relief.  I walk out of the office feeling relaxed mentally and physically.   I haven’t felt like this since I was a kid.” - Crystal B.

Tennis elbow, neck and back pain, headaches

“I was going to an orthopedic surgeon, for one year, getting steroid injections in my right elbow.  The doctor told me the only thing left to do is repair the tendon.  I was not ready for surgery.  Then I decided to give acupuncture a try.  I’m so glad I did, because after 6 treatments I could straighten my arm and had full use of my hand.  Thank you Sarah for making me feel good again.” - Amy A.

Sarah Shupe Hung, LaC
Acupuncture Alexandria

Sarah became interested in acupuncture as a career during high school.  She chose to study physiology at the Lyman Brigg's School of Michigan State University.  After undergrad, Sarah continued her education at the Oregon College of Oriental Medicine in Portland, OR.  She spent 3 full years learning Chinese Medicine, including anatomy, physiology, Chinese medical theory, western pathology, acupuncture, Chinese herbology, nutrition, shiatsu massage, taichi,
and qigong.  She also completed a 1 year internship in her last year of school, where she studied under both Chinese and Western acupuncturists and herbalists.  She completed her qigong training with a certification to teach 1000 Hands Buddha Qigong.  She also completed a 1 month internship in Japanese acupuncture post-graduation.

After she became a nationally certified acupuncturist, Sarah moved to Houma, LA.  There she worked in an integrated medical practice for 2 1/2 years.  She also taught introductory shiatsu at a local massage school.  In the Spring of 2007 she began her practice Acupuncture Alexandria LLC in the Del Ray neighborhood of Alexandria, VA.  In May of 2010 she expanded her practice into Springfield, VA as well. 

Sarah has continued expanding her acupuncture knowledge by taking many continueing education courses.  These include Chinese medical theory, the treatment of stress, anxiety, and pain, women's health, GI disorders and allergies. She has studied balance method with Dr. Tan, the Mei Zen Cosmestic acupuncture system, the Battlefiield Acupuncture protocol for pain management and is currently studying Chinese language.  

Sarah is on the board of the Acupuncture Society of Virginia (ASVA).  She is also a member of the American Association of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (AAAOM) and the Del Ray Business Association (DRBA).  She is licensed to practice in VA: license ##0121000459

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