Natalie Grigorian, D.OM, L.Ac

04/19/2026

Last night, the Washington National Cathedral was filled with a kind of magic that felt both joyful and deeply meaningful as we gathered for the Beauvoir Scholarship Benefit. ✨

This year’s theme, Abracadabra, beautifully reflected what Beauvoir does so well—nurturing children during such a formative and important time in their lives. I truly believe every child deserves an environment devoted to their growth, curiosity, and sense of wonder.

The evening was a reminder that this kind of education should be accessible. The scholarship fund helps open those doors, making it possible for more children to experience that magic.

Aetherium Acupuncture & Integrative Medicine was grateful to play a very small role as a sponsor of the evening. It felt meaningful simply to be part of something that gives so much to families and children.

Congratulations to Amy and Lynn for co-chairing such a thoughtful and inspiring evening.

02/04/2026

Fertility is often discussed as a purely biological process, focused on labs, timelines, and diagnoses. But in my clinical work, I see something much broader at play. Fertility is not only the biological capacity for conception. It is also a holistic, creative force, a kind of “life spark” that allows us to generate, nurture, and bring new possibilities into existence.

Seen this way, fertility reflects our capacity to create across many areas of life, including health, work, relationships, and personal projects.

In this episode of Whole by Design, I join Dr. Julie Lopez of The Viva Center for a conversation about the hidden factors that shape fertility. We explore how the body is constantly sending signals that offer insight into how we are doing on a body, mind, and spirit level, and how learning to listen to those signals can guide healing and change.

Like a gardener tending to a garden, fertility asks us to recognize the season we are in and respond accordingly. Are we noticing the signals our body is sharing with us? Are we creating the conditions needed to shift patterns and support growth?

When I receive referrals from reproductive physicians, many women feel confused about why they are experiencing certain symptoms or how issues like headaches, digestion, or chronic metabolic stress could affect fertility. Over time, many begin to lose trust in their bodies, and with that, hope.

I see similar themes beyond reproductive health. Over the past year, many patients experienced sudden job loss or major career shifts and were forced to reimagine their path forward. In this sense, fertility extends far beyond reproduction. It touches creativity, work, relationships, resilience, and overall well being.

Whether you are navigating a fertility journey, recovering from burnout, or simply curious about how to better support your health and vitality, this episode offers perspective, insight, and practical guidance.

I invite you to listen when you have a quiet moment on your preferred podcast platform.

Fertility is often framed as a purely biological issue, but what if there’s more shaping our ability to create and receive in life than we realize?In this ep...

12/31/2025

2025, by the numbers ✨
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This year was brought growth, clarity, and so much to celebrate .

• 1,500+ treatments
• 4th year earning Best of DC
• 3 years serving the DC community
• Recognition for Empowering Women by DC Modern Luxury
• A feature in Washingtonian

But what matters most can’t always be counted:
Long-awaited pregnancies, healing after years of struggle, and patients finally feeling like themselves again.

Thank you for trusting us with your care and for being part of the Aetherium community. Here’s to continued healing in 2026! 🤍

xx,
Dr. G

P.S. Big thank you to , , and .l.studio for always helping me look and feel my best, and to and Hilary Schwab for the beautiful photography. 🤍

11/15/2025

So inspired celebrating 15 years of the with ! Dr. Lopez’s vision and leadership have created a true sanctuary for trauma-informed healing in DC. Grateful for the way our work complements each other and supports the DC healing community. Congratulations to Dr. Lopez and the entire Viva team on this remarkable milestone! 💛

11/10/2025

Not Hungry in the Morning? Here’s a TCM perspective 😋
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That lack of morning hunger isn’t “willpower” or “intermittent fasting working.”
It’s your body quietly saying, “I’m already overwhelmed.”

In Chinese Medicine, your metabolism is guided by your Spleen Qi, the energetic force that transforms food into usable energy. When it’s strong, you wake up ready to eat and energized. When it’s weak, your body literally can’t handle more input, so it shuts down your appetite.

Three reasons this happens:
1. Spleen Qi Deficiency – your digestive “fire” is too low to process food.
2. Dampness – fluids accumulate and weigh your system down.
3. Slow transformation – energy isn’t circulating, leaving you heavy, foggy, and full even when you’ve barely eaten.

Simple ways to reignite your digestive fire:
⌲ Start your day with something warm, e.g. congee, oatmeal, miso soup.
⌲ Avoid cold smoothies and raw foods when your appetite is low.
⌲ Eat at regular times, calmly and without multitasking.

Your appetite is your body’s messenger. When it goes quiet, it’s asking for rest and warmth, not restriction.

Want to dive deeper? Check out the blog post in the link or book a consultation at to explore what your body’s signals are truly trying to tell you.

11/04/2025

Hi, I’m Dr. Natalie Grigorian, Doctor of Oriental Medicine, acupuncturist, herbalist, mother, and founder of Aetherium Acupuncture & Integrative Medicine here in Washington, DC.

It’s been a little while since I’ve shown up here, and with a recent photo taken in my clinic, it felt like the right time to pause, reconnect, and reintroduce myself.

I created Aetherium as a sanctuary for women to feel deeply seen, supported, and empowered in their health. A place where modern integrative care meets the timeless wisdom of Chinese medicine.

My work centers women’s health through all seasons: fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, hormonal balance, autoimmune conditions, emotional healing, and the quiet moments of transition that ask us to come home to ourselves.

Though my work is rooted in women’s health, I am grateful to care for the wider DC community that walks through our doors here in Friendship Heights.

I’m honored to walk beside patients on their healing journeys and to hold a space where hope, safety, and possibility are real medicine.

Thank you for being here. I look forward to sharing more education, reflections, and glimpses into this sacred work with you.

With gratitude,
Dr. G

10/22/2025

Honored to be featured in Modern Luxury's Dynamic Women edition and grateful to writer Asha Bey for bringing more visibility to the women’s reproductive health and whole-body healing we do at Aetherium Acupuncture & Integrative Medicine.

One of my greatest passions is helping women have agency over their health. Too often, women’s symptoms are treated as isolated issues rather than signs of a larger pattern the body is trying to communicate. In Chinese medicine, these experiences are understood as part of a broader disharmony that reflects how the body is functioning as a whole.

The article features a fertility case in which migraines, constipation, and anovulation were treated not as separate problems but as interconnected expressions of imbalance. With acupuncture and customized Chinese herbal medicine, her symptoms resolved, her hormones regulated naturally, and she is now happily pregnant.

The heart of Chinese medicine allows us to:
• Recognize the menstrual cycle as a vital sign
• View symptoms as communication from the body
• Address underlying root causes
• Empower women to reclaim agency over their health

Too many women feel their bodies are "broken", when in truth their symptoms are messages pointing toward what needs support.

Receiving my patient’s blessing as I share he story was deeply reassuring and a meaningful reflection of the trust our patients place in us. I am also deeply grateful for the fertility physicians who refer to our practice and believe in the value of collaborative, integrative care.

Supporting women as they restore trust in their bodies and return to their innate healing wisdom continues to be one of the greatest joys of this work.

https://digital.modernluxury.com/publication/?i=852258&p=39&pp=1&view=issueViewer

10/13/2025

Last night was magical. Congratulations to on 20 years of publishing!

Grateful for the partnership and support of .mccarthy11 and over the past 3.5 years since opening .

Jessica recently launched the Dynamic Women edition, and I’m so thankful to Michael for reaching out to feature how our work is transforming the lives of women.

Our conversation sparked a new project I can’t wait to share soon!

And a special thank you to my love, — my greatest supporter — for always believing in me.

Here’s to 20 years of storytelling and many more ahead. 🥂

03/08/2023

Today is International Women’s Day, which celebrates the exceptional women in our lives and honors the progress forged by women in every area of society. I must admit, I never fully appreciated this commemoration until recently when I learned about the history and the sacrifices women made for me to be here today.

International Women’s Day originally commemorated the working rights protests led by female garment workers. It began in New York City on March 8, 1857, when female textile workers marched in protest of unfair working conditions and unequal rights for women. It was one of the first organized strikes by working women, during which they called for a shorter workday and decent wages. Later on March 8, 1908, female garment workers took to the streets of New York City to protest harsh working conditions, hazardous environments and increased rates of child labour. Although the protests themselves changed very little, they served as an early symbol of the feminist movement. I invite you to read more about the history.

So, when the International Women's Day 2023 campaign state’s its theme is - what does that even mean? And as a health provider, what does it mean for the health of my female patients and society as a whole?

The central role of women in society has ensured the stability, progress, and long-term development of nations. They are caregivers, they are educators, they are the workforce, and dare I say, the creators of life. Yet despite playing such a pivotal role in our society, women have been constantly marginalized, misrepresented and undervalued in our society. And don’t give me the excuse: High-level jobs require extremely long hours, women’s devotion to family makes it impossible for them to put in those hours, and their careers suffer as a result. A growing amount of research has found that what holds women back at work is not some unique challenge of balancing the demands of work and family but rather a general problem of overwork that prevails in our modern culture.

Despite medical advancements and technological sophistication, today’s culture stresses the body, burdens the immune system, and undermines emotional balance. Given what we know, why do we do still give in?

I am hopeful that as the data continues to mount, people will start saying enough is enough. A healthy society will make room for women to thrive regardless of whether they are a mother, caregiver, or live alone.

It is when we make these cultural shifts that we will see the flourishing of people from all walks of life.

Let us , so we can all continue to heal.

With respect,
Dr. G

(Photo courtesy of the Kheel Center Cornell University. Employees of Jacobs Bros. on strike for better wages.)

08/22/2022

Thank you for featuring my work at ! Grateful for publisher for this experience. 🤍

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