The Present Sage Acupuncture

I am not new to acupuncture so I believe I have a very realistic view of what happens during treatments and can judge a good acupuncturist. Mary-​Fatimah was fantastic! She was a great listener and I always felt like she paid attention and took great care to make sure that she provided me with the best treatment. She amplified my acupuncture treatments with Chinese herbs to help with some other ailments. The combination was wonderful and over time, I started to feel amazing.
I went to her during a really stressful time, and her treatments helped me stay balanced and healthy. I could not have done it with out her. Take the time to give acupuncture/​eastern medicine a try. I know that some people think its an overnight cure, but it’s not. Healing the body naturally takes longer than just popping a pill and masking symptoms chemically. Give it a try with an open mind and heart and you might just be surprised!

Just not for me. Alternative medicine seems to be too unpredictable for me. I was suffering from a lot of pain for several weeks and the day I went in felt pretty good. After the treatment was done, all the pain returned which the acupuncturist said it was not typical but possible. 1 in 10 cases which is not rare at all and in my opinion should have been verbally discussed during the consultation. My pain returned for 3 days where I was unable to get out of bed. Had I known that was a possibility, I would not have done the treatment. I didn’t expect to feel better after 1 treatment, but definitely did not expect to feel worse.
I felt like I was asking a lot of questions during the treatment because she was’t telling me before or during what she was doing. This was my first time doing acupuncture so I wanted to know what was happening.
I think better informing clients of the benefits and risks as well as negative side effects is key. Definitely not for me. I paid $ 165 and ended up worse off so I am very disappointed. All I can say is ask a lot of questions, do some research and make sure this is for you.

I decided to try Present Sage based on the amazing reviews that Mary Fatimah has. I was not disappointed. She is extremely knowledgeable, competent, and intuitive in her work. Mary Fatimah has this magical, calm quality that takes me from stressed out mess to falling asleep on the table drooling in about three minutes. If you knew me, you would understand how insanely impressive that is lol. I simply cannot recommend Mary Fatimah enough. Go see her. Your life will be better because of it.

I have gone and continue to go to Mary-​Fatimah for treatment and she is wonderful at what she does. She truly listens to my needs and concerns and is genuinely interested in my well being. Her treatment rooms have an atmosphere of peace and calming and she too has this energy with her always. This, combined with her extensive skill sets have helped me over come a serious health issue and maintain a well being that I am so grateful for. I recommend her highly.

I was treated by Mary-​Fatimah several years ago, which was my introduction to acupuncture; I entered the process as a skeptic, concerned mostly with the pragmatic effects of the treatment (i.e., I did not think it could help me deal with the physiological problems I had after a traumatic injury and the resultant surgeries), but I left as a firm believer in her abilities to provide help and relief.
After my first full treatment session with Mary-​Fatimah I noticed immediate and permanent improvement in mobility and pain-​relief (in my broken and repaired foot), and the following sessions contributed to my overall recovery and sense of well being.
Mary-​Fatimah is a kind, caring individual who’s intuitive approach to the practitioner-​patient relationship creates an atmosphere that is conducive to healing and peace; I would recommend her practice to anyone interested in «feeling better,» whether they are a believer in traditional/​holistic medicine or a skeptic who adheres to the Allopathic medical paradigm that is dominant in the United States/​the West.
Best, G.T. Garfinkle (Philadelphia, PA)

Mary-Fatimah’s exceptional natural talent and professionalism are the key factors you look for in an acupuncturist. Her caring and knowledge of her practice have brought my well being to a level I never thought possible. The acupuncture treatments have helped me nurture my spiritual and physical state allowing me to have a new appreciation for my life. These factors put her in a class above the rest. I highly recommend her to others in need! Peace and thanks.
Respectfully, Mark Morgan

I have been intrigued by acupuncture since I can remember. Although I have received in the past I was never committed to dedicating the time for continual treatment. I believe this was because I did not have a specific physical ailment to tend to. As a bodyworker I have seen the incredible outcome acupuncture treatments can have with my clients but it was always regarding an injury, illness or some functional problem with the body.
Mary-​Fatima Weening was referred to me by a client with whom we share. I have seen an amazing transformation in him since he has been working with her and I noticed it was not just physical! There was a new joy about him, he had been lifted. I began to think of what I could then work on. When meeting Mary-​Fatima I immediately felt a closeness to her. She was so kind and I found it easy to just be. Her compassion is awesome, her knowledge is exceptional, and her touch is caring. During our initial meeting we discussed some positive outcomes I would like to see from acupuncture. We spoke of things like increasing my appetite, communicating and expressing myself better, increase of confidence, deepening my meditation and spiritual practice and much more. I was so thrilled to find that she could help me with these struggles.
Fati has a sweet, kindness about her that gives you a feeling of trust. Because of this I allow myself to be open and willing to accept the changes or shifts that will occur in our sessions. I have cried on the table and spoken to her about depths of my life in which I don’t often release. My immediate feelings after our session always include a peacefulness and a sense of feeling lighter and more clear. This relaxed feeling may fade in the next day or so but then I notice the bigger picture. It has not faded but just moved deeper and I find a shift that has been increasing weekly. I am eating more and honoring meal time, I am carving time daily for meditation and spiritual deepening, I am proud when I speak up and stand by what I feel, overall I am kinder to myself.
I have realized acupuncture is so much more than needling, it is such a healing for the mind and body! With Mary-​Fatima by my side I know I will go far and work hard to be the best me.