Dr. Ueno is a wonderful, professional and caring acupuncturist…read more I have been working with him for well over a year now on a consistent basis. I sought acupuncture as a part of my treatment since I had been diagnosed with neurological Lyme disease, similar to MS. With this disease I was battling many health issues due to the number of co-infections I contracted from the disease, leaving my immune system severely challenged. If you have Lyme disease it is extremely challenging and complicated as well as unfortunately being highly misunderstood by the medical community. Realizing that conventional medicine did not have the answers is why I turned to functional medicine and really began to heal in the last two years. In the past, before I was diagnosed and still seeking conventional medicine, I did try acupuncture for the first time and it really did help me significantly with my seizure disorder that I developed from Lyme. That was a turning point for me to seeking help elsewhere. By the way I was on three anti-seizure drugs that did not work and acupuncture was the break through to beginning to alleviate it. Western medicine is finally catching up to what we already to know to be a valid and extremely helpful practice. I would like to say that I have worked with other acupuncturist in the past who were great, but having acupuncture with Dr. Ueno was a very significant part to my continuous healing. He is certainly part of my success. He is exceptionally intuitive about what the body needs in terms of support to heighten healing. He is also very generous and kind as is his wife who works in the front. My healing has been a very long and hard process because there are many layers and it can be hard to turn the tides. I definitely feel like we broke through a great deal and couldn't be happier with my results. I no longer have seizures, and I am having more and more energy as well as reasonably pain free days. Best of all is my brain is functioning reasonably well and I have a return to most mental faculties at this point that I had lost. I could not recommend this practice more. The value is truly there and is a wonderful ally to one's overall treatment plan.

I'm extremely grateful to have found this practice & Dr. Ueno. I saw Dr. Ueno prior to and during…read moremy pregnancy, and I believe his acupuncture sessions assisted in bringing us our healthy baby safely into this world. He always thoroughly explained everything at each appointment, thoughtfully listened to my issues and was very compassionate. The office itself is clean, organized and the admin staff are so polite and friendly. I plan to continue my care with Dr. Ueno postpartum as well!

Super amazing, knowledgeable and kind staff. They've helped…read moreour family through a variety of issues through Accupuncture and cupping. The quality of service is also great, they go above and beyond each accupuncture session. Definitely recommend them.

Very healing experience. Highly recommended. Staff are welcoming and knowledgeable. Licensed…read moreacupuncturist Judy Allen is a true healer, with approach and expertise tailored to the situation at-hand. Acupuncture with electrical stimulation has been hugely helpful and I was unaware of it until gently offered as an option. A respectful dialogue allows anyone of any comfort level to ask questions and discuss therapeutic options.

I did extensive research to find the best acupuncturist in the DC and NOVA area and even though…read morethey had a wait list they quickly worked me in and I have never looked back! Prioritizing patient care over profit, they don't throw the kitchen sink at you to see what works. They tailor a treatment plan and curate herbs and supplements through consistent listening and feedback. I got to see Dr. Mark Bodzislaw for a few months and he really taught me a lot about how acupuncture should support your healing journey. I've since been under the expert care of Dr. Ueno who is a consummate professional who is clearly passionate about helping his patients. I seriously believe he and Sachiko are the best gift to DC from Japan (following only the Cherry blossoms!). Unparalleled atmosphere set by Sachiko makes every visit so amazing! I'm so grateful to be a patient here and highly recommend his practice!

I was new to acupuncture but had been wanting to try it for a while. I am so glad I did! Taejean…read moreConverti listened carefully to my concerns - including lots of work stress, some back pain, and wanting better sleep. I also love that she has ideas for herbs to try if you're curious, as well as tips and tricks like what to eat for better sleep and pressure points you can try on yourself at home. She has a ton of knowledge and really cares about what she does and how her patients are improving. She has also followed up between treatments to see how I am doing, something few in western medicine are ever able to do. Love my friends and family who are western doctors, but it's usually not a thing that comes with the territory. By the way, I've heard different reports about whether acupuncture hurts, so I was wondering whether the experience would be comfortable (though if it worked, I would do it regardless). Some people I know say acupuncture can indeed hurt, but with Taejean it's very gentle and there's never pain - she really takes pride in making sure you are completely comfortable, explains everything, and listens to any feedback you have. The needles are much thinner than anything you'd see in other contexts and you don't really feel them at all. Once they're placed, you relax for about 20 minutes...and I mean relax. It's a very calm and peaceful experience and while falling asleep is a problem for me in life in general, I've actually drifted off a couple of times, which I'm told is pretty common during acupuncture sessions. I never thought I'd look forward to this, but I do. I've been to about ten sessions and although my insurance doesn't cover it and I am paying out of pocket, I will continue to go. I'm seeing subtle but real changes in my sleep, but the big difference is in my mood - I just handle everything a lot better and the badness wears off quicker. Oh, and everyone else I've interacted with has been great, too. Super kind and understanding the one time I didn't make it to an appointment on time (unlike major places in the DC area) and the space is lovely and relaxing. If you've been considering acupuncture, go see Taejean. This isn't a placebo thing - it's a "there's good science behind this and it works" thing.

Sarah was a great acupuncturist when I saw her. I had leaky gut syndrome and I suffered from many…read moresymptoms as a result. Sarah was extremely helpful in getting some of those symptoms under control. Not only that, she was able to get rid of some wrinkles around the eyes. To top it all off, when I moved away from Alexandria she was more than happy to talk to my new acupuncturist and shared what treatments worked. Even my new acupuncturist had nice things to say about Sarah. She is also personally a wonderful human being. If I ever move back to Alexandria I'd see Sarah again in a heartbeat.

Sarah is great. I've been seeing her for 10 years. She cured me of something that was supposed to…read morebe incurable. She knows her stuff. (Why see anyone else?)

Wow! I had a wonderful first visit here with Dr. Triandos! I've been to at least 30 different…read morechiropractors in my life, and he is definitely one of the most thorough, attentive, and professional. He did a really good job of diagnosing and assessing a number of things happening with me in just a short period of time. He also gave me a few really great adjustments and recommend recommendations for home that I didn't even realize I needed. In fact, I didn't even realize how weak certain parts of my body were until my visit with him. And now, I can't wait to come back. The whole process from start to finish with super simple: I booked online through Zocdoc, which was seamless. Diana, who works in the office, reached out to confirm almost immediately after and sent me the forms I needed to complete. I arrived for my appointment, and was seen pretty immediately. I had tweaked my lower back, lifting recently, and the pain I have now felt for almost a week is gone. On top of that, he was super nice! Diana at the front desk was also super nice! Looking forward to my next visit. Also helpful to note: there are appointments available as early as 6 AM. There's tons of free parking around the building on the streets. There is an elevator to get up to the suite on the seventh floor. Honestly, I should've started coming here months ago.

I had an amazing first appointment here. I felt better than i have in years instantly. Super…read morefriendly staff and will definitely be adding this to my self care routine.

I absolutely love Lisa, treatments are wonderful. She really gets you to that zen place and…read morelistens to what is going on not only in your body but in your life and individualizes a treatment plan that is best for you. She knows her stuff on herbs, everywhere from quitting smoking to fertility treatments for both women and men. I have from the beginning felt completely at ease with Lisa and look forward to my deep meditations that I experience in her care.

From the owner: Our practice focuses on healing the whole family with the majority of our practice has been women's…read morehealth and pediatric care. We have extensive training treating women of all ages as well as children.

The programs, patient resources, and support, especially for seasonal transitions, are excellent…read more If you share your medications at intake, they will be factored into recommended herbs. Symptoms reflect the language of the body which will reveal the root causes of conditions. The body never lies. No one can heal for you. You must do the work and the healing, guided by practitioners like I have found at Nature's Gift Acupuncture.

She did not practice due diligence when creating herbal formulas ...she does not cross reference…read morefor interactions with Western meds. And dismissed patient concerns . When adverse reactions occurred , she refused to meet with patient to check on his health or make adjustments ( as expected by protocol) . She is highly defensive and showed no interest in patients well being .

Had a persistent and painful foot problem....doctor recommended medications to reduce inflammation…read more(which would have interfered with other med I am taking)...or cortisone shots (of which I have previously had many and know it is a "hope this works" cure, because "we can't figure anything else to do".... Selected Joanie Stewart, Doctor of Oriental Medicine, and acupuncture and after several session the pain disappeared. I am thrilled and actually surprised.....very happy .....

I have seen Joanie Stewart three times in the past two weeks for cranio-sacral therapy and…read moreacupuncture. Each time I left feeling SO much better--she definitely has the magic touch! She has been one of the few medical professionals to help me through my slow and difficult recovery resulting from a car accident in January. I have been suffering with a concussion, whiplash, intractable headache, muscle spasms, tremors, nausea, dizziness, body aches, and pain... the list goes on. She has been able to significantly lower my pain and tremendously aid my recovery. THANK YOU!!!

I've been seeing Peter for a year now, and I can honestly say he's changed my life. I came to him…read moreafter three years of being treated for hyperthyroidism/Graves Disease, with persistently high inflammation levels that were preventing me from going into remission -- despite ongoing medical care. From the start, Peter took the time to truly understand all the factors affecting my health. He recommended regular acupuncture alongside eliminating gluten, and the results have been remarkable. Since starting treatment in May 2025, my inflammation levels have dropped from 504 to 212 and I've been able to significantly reduce my medication. I feel better -- mentally and physically -- than I have in years. If you're dealing with a chronic condition and feel like you've hit a wall with conventional treatment, I strongly recommend seeing Peter. His thoughtful, holistic approach has made all the difference for me.

I've been seeing Peter for acupuncture for years. He is kid and attentive and focused on adapting…read moretreatments to my current needs, highly recommend!

I really like Dr. Jung! She is a professional. She listens to me and helps me manage my pain…read morelevel. This facility is very clean! Thank you!

Be careful - they overcharge you the co-pay and even after the insurance pays, they don't refund…read morethe appropriate amount! I've emailed and called 6 times to get the money back and no response. Will have to dispute with my credit card. Also, not sure I had any results from the acupuncture. Will not be back due to their terrible administration.