About
About Dr. Valerie Grau
Dr. Valerie Grau is a physician and integrative health practitioner who has served the Lafayette community since 2008. As an anesthesiologist, she has spent years caring for patients in hospital settings, gaining deep clinical experience in modern medicine.
Over time, that work also revealed the limitations that can sometimes exist within a purely biochemical model of healthcare. Many patients needed a broader approach to healing — one that considered not only symptoms, but the underlying patterns that influence overall wellbeing.
Motivated by this perspective, Dr. Grau pursued advanced training in acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine, earning a Master’s degree in Acupuncture with a specialization in Chinese Herbal Medicine. This additional training allows her to integrate evidence-based medical knowledge with time-honored healing traditions, expanding the ways she can support her patients’ health.
Our
Approach
At Solasta Acupuncture & Wellbeing, care is rooted in a philosophy that recognizes the body’s natural ability to heal when given the right support.
Dr. Grau’s approach blends modern medical insight with the holistic principles of acupuncture and Chinese medicine. Rather than focusing only on isolated symptoms, treatment is designed to understand the broader context of each patient’s health — including lifestyle, stress, physical patterns, and overall balance.
This integrative model allows care to address both immediate concerns and the underlying imbalances that may contribute to long-term health challenges.
Compassionate, Inclusive Care
Dr. Grau is a strong advocate for patient autonomy and practices within the principles of Health at Every Size (HAES). This approach promotes weight-neutral, compassionate healthcare and creates a space where patients of all body types are respected and supported.
At Solasta, patients are welcomed into a collaborative environment where their experiences, goals, and concerns are heard. Treatment plans are developed thoughtfully, with an emphasis on building a respectful partnership between physician and patient.
A More Thoughtful Way to Practice Medicine
Medicine is an ever-evolving field, and Dr. Grau is proud to be part of a growing movement that bridges modern science with integrative care.
In today’s fast-paced healthcare system, Solasta offers something increasingly rare — time, attentiveness, and care that sees each patient as a whole person.
Through acupuncture and a physician-guided integrative perspective, Dr. Grau works with patients to restore balance, relieve suffering, and support long-term wellbeing.