Exceptional Acupuncture in Richmond VA

Thousands of patients have trusted Centered for expert acupuncture in Richmond VA—helping them relieve pain, reduce stress, and rebalance their health naturally.

We provide acupuncture in Richmond VA for a wide range of conditions, including:

  • Hormonal imbalances (PMS, menopause, low AMH)
  • Chronic pain (neuropathy, back pain, headaches)
  • Digestive issues (IBS, bloating, constipation)
  • Allergies and respiratory issues
  • Stress, anxiety, and mood concerns
  • Autoimmune and inflammatory conditions (Lyme, EBV, Long COVID)
  • Fertility support and IVF preparation
Schedule Your Consultation Online Or Call (804) 234-3843

Just a heads up, we will be closed for a break August 22 – August 26, 2025, and for Labor Day.

Maegan Hodge, Licensed Acupuncturist at Centered: Richmond Acupuncture, shares a celebratory high-five with a smiling patient in the clinic. Captures patient success and positive treatment outcomes in a warm, welcoming environment.
A patient making progress is always something to celebrate!

Exceptional Acupuncture in Richmond VA

Schedule Your Consultation Online Or Call (804) 234-3843

Thousands of patients have trusted Centered for expert acupuncture in Richmond VA—helping them relieve pain, reduce stress, and rebalance their health naturally.

We provide acupuncture in Richmond VA for a wide range of conditions, including:

  • Hormonal imbalances (PMS, menopause, low AMH)
  • Chronic pain (neuropathy, back pain, headaches)
  • Digestive issues (IBS, bloating, constipation)
  • Allergies and respiratory issues
  • Stress, anxiety, and mood concerns
  • Autoimmune and inflammatory conditions (Lyme, EBV, Long COVID)
  • Fertility support and IVF preparation

Recent Reviews are Saying…

Centered: Richmond Acupuncture & Wellness
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Danielle M.
Nicole and Kacy take wonderful care of their clients! I’ve never experienced wellness like this before - Nicole puts so much more thought, attention, and care into my treatment plan than any of my best doctors ever have. I am so happy that I found this practice, and feel so much better taken care of than I have in the past.
Galyn W.
I cannot say enough good things about my experience here. From the moment I walked in, the staff was warm, welcoming, and genuinely caring. They made me feel comfortable and at ease right away.

Maegan is truly exceptional—knowledgeable, attentive, and deeply thoughtful in her approach. She took the time to really listen, understand my concerns, and tailor the treatment to what I needed most. I felt heard, supported, and cared for throughout the entire process.

If you’re looking for an acupuncture experience that combines expertise with compassion, this is the place. I highly recommend it!
Grace G
You have got to go here for acupuncture. Maegan was key to my healing journey after losing my father. I was suffering from severe anxiety and depression, and she really helped me get back to my positive grounded self. In addition to emotional relief, Maegan’s treatment plan helped me relieve my back pain. My back had been hurting for so long that I accepted the discomfort as my new normal. I am grateful to be pain free living an active lifestyle now.
Alexandra M.
Maegan and the staff here are amazing! I spent years having recurring miscarriages and had gone to so many specialists who couldn’t help or give me any answers. I honestly tried acupuncture as a last effort. Maegan made me feel seen and wanted to get to the root cause. After only a few sessions I was able to finally sustain a healthy pregnancy. I am so thankful to Maegan and her staff! They truly care and their work is seriously life changing!
Beverly I.
Great meeting Meagan. Calming environment. She was compassionate knowledgeable I’m looking forward to working with her on severe back pain. Thank you for making a difference
Deborah B.
Exceptional customer services and individualized care. I always feel at ease and secure during each visit. I started visits with extreme discomfort in my back, arms and shoulders. Treatment plan has been very successful. I am fortunate to have a caring and dedicated team that works seamlessly to meet your needs. Megan is very attuned in assessing your overall needs. She is never rushed and listens attentively to your feedback and observations. I am on a maintenance plan to sustain my success. After each visit I am relaxed and pain free. I routinely recommend Megan and her team to family and friends
without any reservations.
March 19, 2025
Another exceptional visit with the team at Centered Meagan’s expertise and bedside manner is evident in each encounter. She is very observant of her patients physically and emotionally. I began treatment several years ago and is now on a maintenance plan. I am currently pain free and very satisfied with the outcomes of my treatment plan. I highly recommend Centered to my family and friends and will be a lifelong patient.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Is Acupuncture?

Acupuncture is a form of East Asian medicine that uses very thin, sterile needles to activate specific points on the body, kind of like tapping into the body’s control panel. It’s gentle, deeply calming, and highly personalized.

At Centered, acupuncture isn’t just about sticking needles in and walking away. Each treatment is designed to shift how your body is functioning at a root level, whether that’s calming inflammation, improving circulation, supporting hormone balance, or helping you sleep better.

People are often surprised by how relaxing it feels. Most patients say they leave the treatment table feeling clear, calm, and lighter, like their whole system has just been retuned.

Most Common Conditions Treated at Centered

Full List of Conditions

How Does Acupuncture Work?

Great question, and one I love answering.

From a Western standpoint, acupuncture stimulates your nervous system, increases circulation, and helps regulate the immune response for starters. Studies show it can reduce inflammation, ease pain, and even activate brain centers tied to digestion, hormones, and mood. Those tiny needles? They’re kicking off a cascade of real, measurable biological effects.

From a Chinese medicine perspective, we talk about Qi, traditionally translated as “vital energy,” but more literally, it means gas or vapor. That translation suddenly feels a lot less abstract when you consider how essential gas movement is in the body. Oxygen, carbon dioxide, nitric oxide, hydrogen sulfide – your body depends on the precise movement of these gases for everything from cellular energy production to vascular health and immune signaling. So in many ways, restoring the flow of Qi isn’t just poetic—it’s physiological.

The beauty of acupuncture is that it works on both levels. You don’t have to choose between modern science and ancient wisdom. At Centered, we use both to help your body do what it already knows how to do: heal.

Does Acupuncture Hurt?

It’s one of the most common questions! And the honest answer is: sometimes a little, but it shouldn’t be painful.

Acupuncture should be a comfortable experience the vast majority of the time. Most people feel little more than a quick pinch or a gentle tap when the needles go in—followed by a sense of warmth, tingling, heaviness, or just deep relaxation. Occasionally, a point might feel more sensitive, but it should never feel sharp or unbearable.

That said, comfort also depends a lot on who you’re working with. My personal philosophy is that acupuncture should feel safe, respectful, and gentle. I encourage open communication during every session—if something doesn’t feel right, I want to know right away. We’ll adjust immediately to make sure your treatment feels good and supports your healing, not your stress levels.

How Often Should You Go to Acupuncture?

It really depends on what you’re coming in for, how long it’s been going on, and how severe your symptoms are.

If you’re dealing with something like daily pain that’s a 7 out of 10, I’ll likely recommend coming twice a week until that pain is cut in half. For chronic internal conditions—like IBS, irregular or difficult periods, or long-term fatigue—once a week over the course of several months is often more appropriate.

Every case is a little different, which is why I always go over this in detail during your complimentary consultation. You’ll leave with a personalized treatment plan that’s realistic, results-focused, and tailored to what your body actually needs.

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Acupuncture

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Orthopedic Acupuncture

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Gentle Electrostim Therapies

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TCM Herbal Biotherapy

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Integrative Fertility
Treatments

What Is Acupuncture?

Acupuncture is a form of East Asian medicine that uses very thin, sterile needles to activate specific points on the body, kind of like tapping into the body’s control panel. It’s gentle, deeply calming, and highly personalized.

At Centered, acupuncture isn’t just about sticking needles in and walking away. Each treatment is designed to shift how your body is functioning at a root level, whether that’s calming inflammation, improving circulation, supporting hormone balance, or helping you sleep better.

People are often surprised by how relaxing it feels. Most patients say they leave the treatment table feeling clear, calm, and lighter, like their whole system has just been retuned.

Most Common Conditions Treated at Centered

See Full List

How Does Acupuncture Work?

Great question, and one I love answering.

From a Western standpoint, acupuncture stimulates your nervous system, increases circulation, and helps regulate the immune response for starters. Studies show it can reduce inflammation, ease pain, and even activate brain centers tied to digestion, hormones, and mood. Those tiny needles? They’re kicking off a cascade of real, measurable biological effects.

From a Chinese medicine perspective, we talk about Qi, traditionally translated as “vital energy,” but more literally, it means gas or vapor. That translation suddenly feels a lot less abstract when you consider how essential gas movement is in the body. Oxygen, carbon dioxide, nitric oxide, hydrogen sulfide – your body depends on the precise movement of these gases for everything from cellular energy production to vascular health and immune signaling. So in many ways, restoring the flow of Qi isn’t just poetic—it’s physiological.

The beauty of acupuncture is that it works on both levels. You don’t have to choose between modern science and ancient wisdom. At Centered, we use both to help your body do what it already knows how to do: heal.

Does Acupuncture Hurt?

It’s one of the most common questions! And the honest answer is: sometimes a little, but it shouldn’t be painful.

Acupuncture should be a comfortable experience the vast majority of the time. Most people feel little more than a quick pinch or a gentle tap when the needles go in—followed by a sense of warmth, tingling, heaviness, or just deep relaxation. Occasionally, a point might feel more sensitive, but it should never feel sharp or unbearable.

That said, comfort also depends a lot on who you’re working with. My personal philosophy is that acupuncture should feel safe, respectful, and gentle. I encourage open communication during every session—if something doesn’t feel right, I want to know right away. We’ll adjust immediately to make sure your treatment feels good and supports your healing, not your stress levels.

How Often Should You Go to Acupuncture?

It really depends on what you’re coming in for, how long it’s been going on, and how severe your symptoms are.

If you’re dealing with something like daily pain that’s a 7 out of 10, I’ll likely recommend coming twice a week until that pain is cut in half. For chronic internal conditions—like IBS, irregular or difficult periods, or long-term fatigue—once a week over the course of several months is often more appropriate.

Every case is a little different, which is why I always go over this in detail during your complimentary consultation. You’ll leave with a personalized treatment plan that’s realistic, results-focused, and tailored to what your body actually needs.

A cartoon man with hearts all around is indicated to show feeling supported at Centered: Richmond Acupuncture & Integrative Medicine after getting acupuncture in richmond, va.

Acupuncture

And icon of a person running on a treadmill to represent that you can feel healthier after getting acupuncture in Richmond VA

Orthopedic Acupuncture

Image of pain in joints to represent that you can get acupuncture in Richmond va for joint pain.

Gentle Electrostim Therapies

icon of a person with many boxes representing diagnostic information to represent that you can get acupuncture in Richmond va for chronic conditions..

TCM Herbal Biotherapy

An icon with different gender symbols balancing on a seesaw to represent that you can get treatment for hormonal imbalance or fertility via acupuncture in Richmond, va.

Integrative Fertility
Treatments

Schedule Your Consultation Online Or Call (804) 234-3843
Maegan N. Hodge, L.Ac.
Maegan N. Hodge, L.Ac., Licensed Acupuncturist

Maegan N. Hodge, Licensed Acupuncturist

You could say I’ve got skin in the game. Being sick or in pain can zap your well-being quickly! I understand because I’ve struggled with pain and illness myself – this gives my clinic its edge. I know from personal experience that acupuncture, herbal practices of Traditional Chinese Medicine, and supporting “chi” (another term for the body’s energy and exchange of gasses) can save the day for many of those struggling with health conditions. TCM provides a unique, holistic view of health that provides the boost that many patients need.

I have been licensed since 2011, and my acupuncture center has been open since 2014. Over the years, I have helped thousands of patients with natural pain relief, fibromyalgia, neuropathy, hormonal symptoms, and more.

At Centered, we love working to help reduce the symptoms of various medical conditions. Our team makes working in tandem with other medical providers’ treatment plans a primary objective.

If you’d like to learn more about me, Maegan Hodge, Licensed Acupuncturist, you can read my story and how it led to my career. [Spoiler alert: she had amazing success using acupuncture treating allergies].

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Looking for the Most Glowingly Rated Clinic?

With tons of five-star reviews, Centered: Richmond Acupuncture is one of the highest-rated clinics in the region. Patients consistently praise our warm, thorough care, noticeable results, and how deeply heard and supported they feel here. If you’re looking for a place where both your symptoms and your story matter—you’ve found it.

We offer complimentary consultations. We also provide Traditional Chinese Medicine herbal biotherapies.

Complimentary Consultations

First, we establish your most important health and wellness goals.

Second, we create a treatment plan together, including the services that are the best fit for YOU. We include a suggested number of sessions and cost.

Third, we get you scheduled andtrack your progress over time to ensure that you are on track to meet your goals.

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More Centered: Richmond Reviews…

Centered: Richmond Acupuncture & Wellness
Based on 116 reviews
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Jaclyn F.
Meg's approach to acupuncture was new to me. I had extreme tightness in my upper back and neck and so she treated my upper back and neck, in the past I've told acupuncturist about a problem area and they treat the distal end of the issue, literally sometimes working on my feet.

Maegan sits down with you at the beginning of each session to learn and track progress, her bedside manner is kind and professional. You can see the wheels turning as the conversation progresses.

After about 5 sessions my tightness had greatly reduced and I was sleeping well. Both issues I've had ongoing for years. I'm grateful to Maegan and will continue to visit her and refer clients to her.
kristen P.
I was recommended to Maegan when I had tried everything to help alleviate my symptoms on my own and nothing seemed to worked and man, do I wish I would have seen her sooner! From my first consultation, Maegan and the staff made me feel seen and heard and they were eager to help me get to the root causes of my symptoms. Working with this team weekly became the highlight of my week - seriously I looked forward to every appointment not just for the session but because I loved seeing the team. I never felt like I was just another patient, as they truly cared about me as a human and took the time to get to know me outside of my symptoms. Maegan truly changed my life, and my issues that I thought could never be fixed were resolved. I have more joy, and hope and because of them, I was able to get back to living my life and being the best version of myself. If you are on the fence, do it. You will not be disappointed and you’ll thank yourself later!
Jennifer C. E.
I am so grateful to have found Centered and Greg Dow. His professional knowledge and skill and his compassionate demeanor are a powerful combination. I have benefited in reduced pain, increased range of motion, elevated mood and general well being.
John A.
I went to Greg to treat back and knee related pain I was having. He was very professional and informative, and his treatment plan has worked wonders so far. He has a calming presence and I would highly recommend him as a practitioner.
Paul R.
Maegan has been a blessing to me during my treatment. She always starts with a smile as she comes into the room. She will check in with you and how the treatment is going and you are feeling. If I was feeling down she would lift me up. If you need to be treated with acupuncture, you can't go wrong having Meagan treat you.
Jennifer N.
I am thankful for the treatment and knowledge I am receiving here. Life changing support for my health.

Providing Expert Acupuncture Sessions Patients Love

Enjoy our Focus on Quality

At Centered: Richmond Acupuncture & Wellness, our acupuncture Richmond Va patients are the joy of our clinic and the reason we is happy to show up to work every day. Namely, we take joy in watching their process. Many patients that have come to see us have even been struggling with their health, or even have recently been in the hospital with serious health conditions. A patient can go from being miles away from their desired state of being – miserable, unhappy, sometimes even crying during their consultation to brighter and happier, smiling and laughing over weeks or months. It’s hard to believe until you experience it for yourself!

Acupuncture Results Not Guaranteed, But We Give Ourselves a Deadline!

Of course, not everyone needs or gets those amazing results, but we do everything we can to ensure you do. We accomplish this by having patients fill out weekly progress charts and periodic outcome assessments to check progress. If clients or patients are not responding to care in a pre-determined amount of time, we are always happy to fire ourselves and get them a good referral. This is how we work to provide the best quality care locals can find.

What you will never experience here is being told that you need to keep coming for multiple months or years before you might see results. If acupuncture and TCM herbs are going to work for you, we should start seeing some changes in one to two months TOPS. I am always happy to fire myself and try to get you a good referral if we are not seeing any progress in this amount of time.

View Your Health in a New Way

If you live in the Richmond Virginia area, or not to many miles away, and are interested in acupuncture healing or are searching terms on the internet like “richmond acupuncture or “healing center” or “Traditional Chinese Medicine”, or if acupuncture is something that you have been considering, we hope that you will give our center a chance. It can be a big leap of faith for many people who have not experienced it, but these are our favorite kinds of patients. We take pride in helping you feel comfortable with the process!

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Typical Office Hours & Contact Info – Available By Phone

(Check Our Google Business Listing for Holiday Hours/Vacation Time Updates)

20 N 20th St, Suite A, Richmond, VA 23223 | Telephone: (804) 234-3843 | info@centeredrichmond.com

Monday 9:30 am – 5:30 pm

Tuesday 9:30 am – 5:00 pm

Wednesday 9:30 am – 5:30 pm

Thursday 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Friday 9:00 am – 2:30 am