L/A Community Acupuncture

02/25/2026

We're back from February break!

This week's schedule was packed, but we did get a few openings for tomorrow and Thursday, so if you're looking to get in, grab one!

02/23/2026

Le sigh.

Due to the incoming winter storm, we're closed today (Monday, Feb 23rd).

Hanging in there, Mainers.

02/14/2026

Quick note to remind you that we're closed the week of February 16th.

We'll resume our normal hours the following Monday!

02/10/2026

Quick note: There are two evening spots available tomorrow night (Wed evening, rare) and a few spots in the morning/afternoon on Thursday. If you're hoping to come in, grab one while you can, since we'll be closed next week for February break!

01/27/2026

For those patients who have inquired about Qi Gong! Check it out!

We are pleased to announce an upcoming 6-week Beginner Qi Gong series with John Alsobrooks (Little Dragon Integrative Medicine) at the Auburn–Lewiston YMCA, designed to introduce foundational movements, breathing techniques, and mindfulness practices that support physical health, emotional balance, and stress reduction.

Class Details:

Location: Auburn–Lewiston YMCA, 62 Turner St, Auburn
Start Date: Thursday, February 5, 2026
Time: 6:30 PM
Schedule: Thursday evenings for 6 consecutive weeks
Level: Beginner-friendly; no prior experience required.

Qi Gong is a gentle, accessible practice that emphasizes relaxed movement, breath and body awareness, and cultivation of supple strength and mobility. This series is appropriate for all ages and fitness levels.

01/25/2026

The clinic will be closed tomorrow (Monday the 26th) due to the winter storm.

01/14/2026

Look! Sacha and I are famous! :)

Thanks to LA Metro Magazine for coming in to learn about the community acupuncture clinic and featuring us in their magazine!

01/14/2026

Joints ache? Mood low? Sleep crappy? Trying to break an old habit? Hot flashes? Tech neck? Craving a nap?

Come in for acupuncture!

(There are some spots open today and tomorrow - Wednesday, Jan 14th and Thursday the 15th!)

01/07/2026

We've canceled the clinic shift today (Wednesday, Jan 7th.)

01/05/2026

Consider a post-holiday acupuncture reset. It works well to get things...realigned.

12/12/2025

-7 degrees on Monday morning arrived shortly after the Full Cold Moon brightened the night sky and turned our breath to smoke. I'll admit it - I eyed that moon with suspicion and thought, I ain't ready for this.

A cold snap before it's winter seems rude, doesn't it? In fact, it was so cold on Monday morning, I had the spiteful idea of making a jello mold with tuna and green olives for my upcoming Christmas party. I still might do it.


But enough about taking the weather personally. I'm writing with a more important message, which is to say that we understand the holidays can be as hairy as they are merry.

Here are common things treated in seasons past:

-worsened carpal tunnel from shoveling
-ice cold toes
-agita from hydra-headed family dynamics
-seasonal affective disorder
-depression and grief feeling "denser" (i.e. harder to move through)
-slipped on ice, messed everything up
-I'm so worried about ________________
-loneliness
-the world feels mean and it keeps me up at night

Acupuncture can lighten the load. Sometimes a little, sometimes a lot.

On a practical note, a quick request. Though L/A Community Acupuncture is a 501c3 nonprofit, we're financially self-sustaining, and don't rely on government funding or grants. One of the easiest ways to show your support - especially when gift giving is on many minds - is to purchase a gift card.

Got a Grinch if your life? Give them a gift card for acupuncture, and let us handle them. ;)

An old Japanese proverb says that one kind word can warm three winter months. Acupuncture is another way.

With gratitude and no sugar-coated platitudes,

Lauren & Sacha

12/11/2025