Your First Visit to Alleva Acupuncture—A Gentle Start to Your Wellness Journey
If you’re exploring acupuncture in the Falls Church area to support your fertility, ease chronic pain, or find relief from stress, anxiety, or hormonal changes, you’re in good company—and you’ve found a place where your care truly matters.
At Alleva Acupuncture, we focus on helping women feel their best through gentle, personalized, and deeply restorative care. Whether you’re moving through your fertility journey, navigating PMS or menopause, or seeking relief from pain or emotional stress, your first visit marks the beginning of a thoughtful and supportive healing process.
Here’s how we’ll welcome you into our care.
The Day of Your First Acupuncture Treatment
To make your first experience of acupuncture as positive and healing as possible, here are a few things that we suggest:
Arrive a few minutes early so that you can sit and relax from the stress of the day in our peaceful Falls Church office.
Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing that allows access to various areas of the body for needling. We often use acupoints on the lower legs, around the knees, the lower abdomen, the forearms, and the shoulders.
Eat a light meal a few hours before your appointment.
Use the restroom before treatment so you can fully relax.
Avoid caffeine for a few hours before treatment.
Bring any important lab work, imaging reports, or diagnostic reports from your doctor.
A Thoughtful Intake Process, Centered on Women’s Health
Your first visit to our Falls Church acupuncture clinic begins with an in-depth conversation about your health and goals. Over 20–30 unhurried minutes, we’ll explore topics such as:
Your menstrual cycle, menopause experiences, or hormone patterns
Fertility hopes or reproductive concerns
Pain conditions like endometriosis, migraines, lower back pain, or neck pain
Your mood, sleep, energy, digestion, and stress levels
This holistic approach helps us identify the connections between your symptoms, enabling us to address the root cause, rather than just providing temporary relief. Every care plan is tailored to your specific health needs and concerns.
First Acupuncture Treatment for Women—Deep Rest and Nervous System Reset
Once your acupuncture treatment begins, you’ll have 30 minutes to rest in a quiet, dimly lit room with soft music playing. This is your time—to let go, breathe deeply, and allow your body to shift into a healing, restorative state. Many women drift into a peaceful nap, especially those carrying chronic stress or sleep challenges. Your body already holds the wisdom to heal—we simply create the space for it to happen.
Support Beyond the Falls Church Treatment Room
Before you leave, we’ll check in and share simple, supportive suggestions to carry your healing forward, such as:
Nourishing, cycle-supportive eating
Gentle stress-relief techniques
Sleep and self-care rituals
Recommended follow-up visits to meet your goals
At Alleva Acupuncture, we’re here for more than symptom relief. We’re here to help you feel balanced, supported, and empowered in your health long after your first visit.
Ready to Begin Your Healing Journey?
Your first session at Alleva Acupuncture is more than an appointment—it’s the first step to feeling like yourself again.
We will listen to your problems, validate your concerns, develop individualized treatment plans, and educate you on the lifestyle changes that can make a lasting difference.
Feel free to give us a call or send an email—we’d be happy to answer your questions and talk about your health goals.
“I'm truly grateful for her work. Kate is a skilled and intuitive practitioner with a deep knowledge of both acupuncture and massage. Her passion for her work makes sessions with her engaging and productive. She is professional, straightforward and kind which allows me to be at ease and fully relax during our sessions.”
— Meagen A-L.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Where does my acupuncture appointment take place?
A: At our peaceful Falls Church Office. We believe healing begins the moment you step inside. That’s why our office (located at 6231 Leesburg Pike, Suite 201, Falls Church, VA 22044) is designed as a nurturing space—a place where you can slow down, feel safe, and be genuinely listened to. Soft lighting, a warm atmosphere, and a peaceful stillness create a space where your nervous system can begin to settle, preparing your body and mind for the care ahead.
Q: What should I expect at my first acupuncture visit?
A: Expect to spend 20-30 minutes completing a detailed health intake with one of our practitioners, followed by a 30-minute gentle acupuncture session. Before you leave, we’ll provide personalized guidance to support your wellness goals and offer follow-up recommendations.
Q: Does acupuncture hurt?
A: Many women are pleasantly surprised to find it calming and almost sensation-free. With ultra-thin, sterile needles, we will gently stimulate points that help balance hormones, improve circulation, reduce inflammation, and soothe the nervous system. Many describe the feeling as relaxing, grounding, and restorative.
Q: How should I prepare for an acupuncture session?
A: Arrive early, wear loose clothing, eat a light meal, avoid caffeine, and bring any relevant medical information. And don’t forget to use the restroom before we start, so you can drift off into a peaceful nap during your treatment.