Practitioners
Ramon Adalla, Licensed Massage Therapist
Ramon graduated from the Potomac Massage Training Institute in Washington, DC and is Nationally Certified in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork. He is a professional member of the American Massage Therapy Association and has over 10 years of experience in various techniques including Swedish, Deep Tissue, and Sports Massage. Ramon’s personal approach to each client creates a unique experience that releases the stress and brings relaxation at the end of each session. Book an appointment with Ramon here.
Erika Callaway Kleiner, Licensed Massage Therapist
Erika creates a safe and sacred space for anyone seeking deep relaxation and a place to shed the physical and emotional stress that accumulates in our bodies due to the pressures of everyday living or particular traumatic experiences. Erika is a graduate of the Potomac Massage Training Institute, and she practices both Swedish Massage for overall relaxation and Deep Tissue Massage to ease the pain and tension in specific muscle groups. Clients say that her work is warm, respectful and gentle, while at the same time deep and thorough. She believes that the body's natural tendency is to heal itself and is honored to be part of the client’s healing journey. Book your appointment with Erika here.
Carolyn Harrington, Licensed Massage Therapist
Carol Iverson, Licensed Massage Therapist
Carol has devoted herself to the study and practice of Healing Arts for more than 25 years and enthusiastically shares this expertise to promote greater health, vitality and harmony for each client. Stress, physical discomfort and disease are indicators of a life out of balance and Carol uses her skills to assist clients in identifying and changing patterns that alleviate imbalances. In each session she draws from the techniques of many healing disciplines to initiate the healing process and to educate clients to create positive life patterns. Carol has been trained and or certified in Kapsos/Frimmer Deep Muscle, Connective Tissue, Shiatsu and Thai Yoga massage; Polarity, Polarity based Reflexology, Craniosacral, and Neuromuscular Therapies. She is a Diplomat in Asian Bodywork, has studied and practiced Yoga for over 30 years, and teaches classes at The Still Point. Book an appointment with Carol here.
Fanny Mandelberger, Licensed Massage Therapist
Throughout her twenty five years of practice as a licensed Massage Therapist and certified Occupational Therapist, Fanny has combined a compassion for healing with her knowledge and skill of the human body and a dedication to metaphysics in order to service a variety of populations. Her personal spiritual practice of Tibetan Buddhism, with the enlightened master Lama Nhorla Rinpoche, has further contributed to her compassion and commitment to facilitate body, mind and spirit wellness to all her clients and community through customized therapeutic massages. She incorporates a variety of modalties including: Swedish, Deep Tissue, Shiatsu, Hot Stone, Pre and Post Natal, Reflexology, Stretching and Range of Motion along with breathwork and mindful meditation techniques. Book an appointment with Fanny now!
Yvonne Montalvo, Licensed Massage Therapist
As a graduate of the New York College for Health Professionals, Yvonne Montalvo has more than 10 years of experience as a licensed massage therapist and is certified in a variety of modalities, including Swedish, deep tissue, hot stone, pre- and post-sport, and pre- and post-natal massage, as well as aromatherapy. Yvonne also has extensive training in Oriental bodywork, including Amma therapy. As a martial artist and fitness trainer, among her strengths is years of experience working with athletes of all levels. Yvonne is dedicated to helping others achieve their therapeutic goals and approaches each client as an individual, creating sessions specifically tailored to address their needs. Book an appointment with Yvonne here.
Brigitte Rawlings, Licensed Massage Therapist
Through her work, Brigitte's objective is to help improve body awareness and a better well being for her clients through positive touch. A graduate from the Potomac Massage Training Institute in Washington, DC, Brigitte is also trained in Reflexology, Myofascial Release, CranioSacral Therapy and Hot Stone Therapy. She customizes each session based on the client's needs by using various techniques, such as Swedish, Deep Tissue, Trigger Points and stretching. Brigitte values each session as a sacred experience, where she is honored to participate in a client's journey toward wholeness. Book an appointment with Brigitte here.
Brittany Rhoads, Licensed Massage Therapist
Brittany Rhoads, a graduate of Potomac Massage Training Institute, is Nationally Certified in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork, formally trained in various massage techniques including Swedish, Deep Tissue, and Myofascial massage, and is certified in pregnancy massage. Brittany has volunteered her massage services at N Street Village in DC, supporting women in need and at several nursing homes around DC. She enjoys working with clients on their journey to achieve individual wellness goals ranging from relaxation to pain management. Come join her to see where massage will lead you. Book with Brittany here.
Seth Semons, Licensed Massage Therapist
Seth graduated from the Baltimore School of Massage with areas of expertise including Deep Tissue and Swedish massage as well as Myofascial Release. Seth has always enjoyed an active lifestyle and he brings this understanding and appreciation for the body's various ways of moving, expressing itself, and staying fit and healthy to his treatments. Book an appointment with Seth here.
Elizabeth Baer, M.Ac., Licensed Acupuncturist
Elizabeth received her Masters in Acupuncture from the Tai Sophia Institute for the Healing Arts. She is experienced in helping patients with a wide-range of chronic and acute complaints, including back and knee pain, arthritis, infertility, allergies, depression/anxiety, and migraines. Elizabeth is specially trained in Constitutional Acupuncture Facial Renewal and is a member of the National Acupuncture Detox Association and the Maryland Acupuncture Society. Elizabeth's approach to healing is simple and thoughtful. With a combination of acupuncture, cupping, and essential oils, she helps patients ease discomfort and become better observers of their bodies. In doing so, patients learn to optimize lifestyle choices that increase their physical and emotional energy and decrease their daily stress. Book an appointment with Elizabeth here.
Tori Paide, M.Ac., Licensed Acupuncturist
Tori has joined her beliefs that acupuncture is a strong tool for staying well and in helping others live their lives to the fullest potential to build the foundation of her career in the wellness industry. She is a graduate of the Master of Acupuncture program at Tai Sophia Institute, the oldest accredited graduate-level acupuncture program in the United States. Tori is also the owner of The Still Point, along with her husband Andy, and opened the center with an inspiration to support the health and wellness of the communities in which we live. Book an appointment with Tori here.
Kirsten Pullin, JD, M.Ac., Licensed Acupuncturist
Kirsten’s personal experiences as a client of acupuncture led her to a career in the wellness industry. After ten years of practicing employee benefits and healthcare law, Kirsten took a hiatus and during this time she studied acupuncture at Tai Sophia Institute. She has a Juris Doctor from the University Of Virginia School Of Law, a Masters in Acupuncture from Tai Sophia Institute, is a Certified Acupuncture Detoxification Specialist, and is a Clinical Supervisor at Tai Sophia’s Faculty-Student Supervised Clinic. She is also a Reiki Master-Teacher. Kirsten believes that it is possible, through acupuncture, to experience deep healing and to live your life to its fullest potential. Book here for an appointment with Kirsten.
Robin Sarino, M.Ac., Licensed Acupuncturist
Robin is a licensed acupuncturist with a Master of Acupuncture degree from the Tai Sophia Institute for the Healing Arts. After practicing pediatric nursing for more than 20 years she was drawn to acupuncture first as a client seeking relief from back pain. Her response to treatment through acupuncture was so remarkable she decided to pursue it in conjuction with her nursing career. Robin believes in complementing the principles of Western medicine with poetic wisdom, spirituality, and compassion of the Eastern healing traditions. The fundamentals of her practice are to address underlying personal balance, in addition to the physical manifestations which impact clients daily. Robin’s promise to her clients is a listening to the unspoken words of the soul. Book an appointment with Robin here.
clo'via cox, Personal Trainer
clo'via has been an independent personal trainer for nearly eight years and has passionately studied and worked with improving bodies and spirits. Certified with the American Council on Exercise and educated in physical therapy, kinesiology, functional training, balancing, bone-strengthening exercises, and progressive routines, clo'via is equipped to coach you through every move. You can book your workouts with her at your convenience at The Still Point. She works with individuals and small groups of up to four.
clo'via conducts private sessions that include body anaylsis determining fat and lean percentages and weight, girth measurements, endurance and flexibility testing. The results will give standings comparaed with healthy averages based on age and gender.
Schedule your group or private session via email or calling her at 301-509-7695.
Monica McCollin, MS, Clinical Herbalist + Nutrition and Wellness Consultant
Monica McCollin completed her M.S. in Herbal Medicine from Tai Sophia Institute, the only accredited Master’s of Science program in the U.S. She is a living example of the benefits of a holistic approach to achieving wellness through balance. Monica is a former congressional staffer whose stress-filled unhealthy life took an unexpected and drastic turn when she was stricken by a mysterious illness. After treating and recuperating from her illness using traditional medicine and nutrition and exercise, Monica’s fascination with her own body’s ability to naturally re-calibrate empowered and encouraged her to receive more formal training in herbal medicine and nutrition. For more information or to schedule an appointment with Monica, click here. To learn more about Monica's personal practice, click here.
