ABOUT DES

Desiree Merulli, L.Ac., AEMP, RYT
Founder & Holistic Practitioner
Acupuncture • Holistic Rejuvenation • Yoga
Serving the Seattle Community for over two decades.

Welcome

With over 2 decades of clinical experience, my approach to healing is both deeply rooted in Eastern medicine and guided by a genuine love for what I do. My clinic offers a boutique-style setting designed to be calm, personal, and fully centered on you. Every treatment is thoughtfully tailored to your individual needs—whether you’re looking to relieve pain, ease stress, or simply feel refreshed. I offer a variety of holistic therapies and rejuvenation services, many of which are gentle, non-invasive, and calming in nature.

A Holistic Approach to Healing

My goal is to help you feel at ease, informed, and empowered as you explore the most beneficial options for your body and mind. Whether you’re here for pain relief, facial rejuvenation, or emotional wellness, each service is designed to be both restorative and nourishing.

Open communication is central to my practice. If you ever have questions about your treatments, pricing, or available options, please feel free to ask. I’m here to ensure you feel confident and cared for every step of the way.

My Expertise

Here are some of the things I love to treat:

Pain Management & Injury Recovery

  • Sports injuries, back pain, sciatica, and tendonitis
  • Neuropathy, fibromyalgia, and chronic pain
  • Post-surgical healing & car accident recovery
  • TMJ, headaches, and migraines
  • Arthritis and joint pain.

Rejuvenation

  • Microneedling and nano infusion
  • Facial acupuncture & scar reduction
  • Acne treatment & acne scar healing
  • LED therapy & facial gua sha
  • Hair regrowth and healthy skin balancing

Emotional Wellness & Lifestyle Balance

  • Stress, anxiety, depression, and emotional balancing
  • Sleep issues
  • Fatigue
  • Allergies
  • Digestive imbalances

I also offer specialty services such as B12 injections, fire cupping, electro-acupuncture, and point injection therapy.

What Makes My Practice Different?

  • Patient-Centered Care: Every person is treated as a whole—your comfort, goals, and health are always my priority.
  • Comfort-Focused Evidence Based Treatments: Whether you’re here for pain relief or rejuvenation, you’ll enjoy results in a healing oasis, tailored to your needs.
  • Gentle Yet Effective: Many of my services are non-invasive and gentle, ensuring a relaxing and nurturing experience.

I look forward to partnering with you on your wellness journey and helping you achieve your health goals!

Services Offered:

  • Acupuncture
  • Electro-Acupuncture
  • Cosmetic Acupuncture
  • Microneedling
  • Point Injection Therapy
  • Fire Cupping
  • Gua Sha
  • LED Therapy
  • B12 Injections

For a complete list of services and current pricing, please see online booking.

Professional Associations

  • Washington Acupuncture & Eastern Medicine Association — Board of Directors (2012–2015)
  • Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT 200), Yoga Alliance (2015–present)

Education

  • Advanced Point Injection Therapy Deep Dive, FHC Continuing Education Seminars; 2023
  • MDerm 202: Microneedling For Hair Loss, Acumicro; 5/22/2022
  • Microneedling Certification, Acumicro; 2/11/2020
  • Advanced Acupuncture Point Injection Therapy, FHC Continuing Education Seminars; 2019
  • Functional Nutrition For The TCM Practitioner, FHC Continuing Education Seminars; 2019
  • Craniosacral 1, Seattle Manual Therapy; 2019
  • Acupuncture Point Injection Therapy Certification, FHC Continuing Education Seminars; 2018
  • Thai Yoga Massage, Soaring Crane; 2016
  • Next Level Teacher Training, Urban Yoga Spa; 2015
  • Tibetan Shirodhara, Diamond Way Ayurveda; 2015
  • Yoga Instructor Certification, Urban Yoga Spa; 2015
  • Neck, Head, Jaw & Intraoral Treatment Certification Endorsement; 2011
  • Qi Gong 5 Needle Scalp Acupuncture for Cancer/Tumor; 2011
  • Qi Gong Exercise and Qi Gong Needling methods; 2011
  • Meizen Cosmetic Acupuncture; 2009
  • Advanced Constitutional Facial Renewal Acupuncture; 2007
  • Dr. Tan Balance Method; 2005
  • Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture Certification; 2002
  • Masters of Acupuncture, Northwest Institute of Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine; 2001
  • Reiki Level I certified; 1998
  • Touch for Health I certified; 1998
  • Massage Practitioner Certificate, Bellevue Massage School; 1998
  • B.S. Portland State University, Zoology, Physiology and General Science; 1994

Licenses & Certifications

  • Nationally Board-Certified Acupuncturist – NCCAOM (2001–present)
  • Licensed Acupuncturist & Eastern Medicine Practitioner – WA State (2001–present)
  • Licensed Massage Practitioner – WA State (1998–2020)
  • Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT 200) – Yoga Alliance (2015–present)

Desiree Merulli has practiced acupuncture in Seattle, WA for over 20 years.