about me

As time passes, I realize that this path was chosen long before I knew what it truly meant. What I have come to understand is that I am here to speak truth, help awaken myself and others, envision a different way of life for our planet, and return to sacred ways of living.

The role of my ancestors is paramount to my work. The pain that comes from colonial violence as experienced by my ancestors has been a major driving force for me in my work. Maya’s Angelous word strike me poignantly:

“Leaving behind nights of terror and fear

I rise

Into a daybreak that’s wondrously clear

I rise

Bringing the gifts that my ancestors gave,

I am the dream and the hope…

I rise

I rise

I rise

Despite intergenerational traumas, I strongly feel and believe in the joy and wholesomeness of those who have come before me, who have poured and continue to pour into me a strong sense of self, vision, love and so much more. It is for their strong connection to me and belief in me that I do this work.

In addition to my ancestors, I deeply care and love planet earth. As such, it is my hope and goal that through awakening our consciousness, we can take better care of this planet. I am here to encourage a new way of life that honors, respects and recognizes all beings known and unknown and to help heal deep seated wounds of separation from ourselves, each other and our planet.

Formal Training and Education

  • Amateur Professional Dancer with Companía Bajo Luz

  • Awakening Series with Zenen Torres in Cancún México

  • Bachelors of Science and Masters of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine from Dragon Rises College of Oriental Medicine

  • Continued Mentorship with Dr. Khalid Shakoor on the intersects of Energetics, Race, Black and African Culture

  • Acupuncturist at Serasana Katy

  • Acupuncturist at Cherry Blossom Healing Arts

    Level 1 Heart- Mind School with Annie Bond

  • NCAAOM Board certified(Dipl. O.M)

  • D.C licensed Acupuncturist and Chinese Medicine Herbalist

  • Virginia licensed Acupuncturist and Chinese Medicine Herbalist

  • My Spirit Family and Ancestors

WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING

  • transformative healing

    “Vallerie is amazing at what she does and helped me fundamentally during an intense transitional period of my life. It's not just her work that is transformative, but on the whole she is an incredibly lovely person whose attentiveness and care you feel the minute you walk into the room. It is clear she is deeply invested in helping others, and has spent years honing the skills to do so effectively and respectfully. I had not done acupuncture before going to Valerie and she made me feel completely at ease and comfortable in trying new things. She helped me listen to and understand my own body in ways I had never been able to do before. I would full-heartedly recommend Vallerie to my friends and family, and wish that I still lived near her! I'm so excited to see her grow her new business and help others the way she helped me.”

    -KT

  • LEARNING SELF WORTH

    Vallerie is AMAZING! Not only did she help with my back pain but she has helped me evaluate certain patterns in my life that were no longer serving me. I was in constant battles with myself about my self-worth, and without the help of Vallerie, I don’t think I would be on journey of emotional growth I am on today. She is a great acupuncturist and overall a great human being-SHE IS ONE OF A KIND!

    KN

  • Embracing fears

    “Val is a wonderful practitioner. When I started seeing her, I was very uncomfortable around needles. She was very patient with me, really listened to my boundaries and stayed by my side to remind me to relax whenever I tensed up. Over several sessions I gradually became more comfortable and now I look forward to going to my acupuncture sessions with her every month. I always leave feeling so much more relaxed, and the calm stays with me, which is greatly appreciated at my high-stress job. Val always asks me about my life and what I want to work on at the beginning of every session, and I can tell that she cares about me and my wellbeing. She always remembers small details about me and asks after my family. I feel very taken care of in her hands. I even felt comfortable enough for her to put needles in my ears, which I had once sworn I would never allow!”

    -SM

  • compassionate care

    “When I know I will be getting a treatment from Val, I feel calmer in anticipation of being able to interact with this person of the Light. Val is a beautiful Spirit on Earth, blessing her patients with her healing presence.

    Val listens with her heart. She is a true empath. I feel she heals holistically, taking my social situations as well as my health concerns into account when I am being treated.

    Her gentle touch is much appreciated during treatments. Val understands the importance of facilitating an energy of peace, compassion and competence. These qualities are incorporated into every session. I have always felt significant health improvement after an acupuncture session with her.

    I am blessed to have her in my life!”

    -PH

  • Working through it

    “I can't say enough good things about Vallerie and her practice! She is a gifted healer with incredible perception of the human body and spirit. I have been working with her since December of 2021, and the results have been phenomenal.”

    -DB

  • RELIEVING CHRONIC PAIN

    As a woman who suffers from chronic pain and has navigated the exhausting ins and outs of a healthcare system that has no idea what to do with me and often disregards my needs—Vallerie is a true breath of fresh air. Vallerie truly LISTENS and CARES. With her, you feel that you are no longer alone in a fight against invisible and debilitating pain. How POWERFUL! She listens intently to know how to best treat you and you can clearly tell. Her magical acupuncture skills have brought me to tears at times due to the relief they provided. Thank you Vallerie for helping me believe in my healing journey and the healing you have provided!

    - ZM

  • JOURNEY TO HEALING

    “My journey with Vallerie began with acupuncture treatments to balance my hormones and evolved into a beautiful series of healing sessions that blend her many skills. Through sound baths, energy work, and acupuncture Vallerie has been an essential piece to healing my physical, emotional, and spiritual bodies. She has a way of intuitively understanding what my body and mind need with each session and I have developed great trust in her instincts as a result. I’m so grateful for Vallerie’s healing touch, wise words, and guiding light. Her gifts are unique and unlike anything I have experienced.”

    -BT

  • EMBRACING FEARS

    “Val is a wonderful practitioner. When I started seeing her, I was very uncomfortable around needles. She was very patient with me, really listened to my boundaries and stayed by my side to remind me to relax whenever I tensed up. Over several sessions I gradually became more comfortable and now I look forward to going to my acupuncture sessions with her every month. I always leave feeling so much more relaxed, and the calm stays with me, which is greatly appreciated at my high-stress job. Val always asks me about my life and what I want to work on at the beginning of every session, and I can tell that she cares about me and my wellbeing. She always remembers small details about me and asks after my family. I feel very taken care of in her hands. I even felt comfortable enough for her to put needles in my ears, which I had once sworn I would never allow!”

    -SM