Practitioners

Therapeutic Bodywork

Glenda Armstrong, Certified Massage Therapist
Glenda is a graduate of Potomac Massage Training Institute in Washington, DC and holds professional membership with the American Massage Therapy Association and is certified by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork.  Glenda specializes in Swedish massage for full body relaxation and Deep Tissue massage to address specific muscle groups to ease tension and pain. Glenda is also a Reflexologist specializing in hand and foot reflexology. Glenda completed her training through the Baltimore School of Reflexology. Glenda's strongly believes in the body's ability to heal itself. Glenda is honored to aid clients to improve their health and wellness through alternative means of healing. Book with Glenda here

Erika Callaway Kleiner, Certified 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.

Mary Gauker, Chakra Energy Balancing and Reiki Practitioner
Mary’s years of experience in the engineering world have afforded her a broad perspective and a deep appreciation for the harmony and interconnection of systems.  Ten years ago she was drawn to begin her exploration of the human body-mind-spirit system with the study and practice of reiki; she currently holds a certificate in Usui Reiki II and has studied a number of forms of energy work, including Chakra Energy Balancing as developed and taught by Arlyn Kline, R.N.  She uses these healing modalities to balance the subtle energy field, promoting harmony and integration of the body-mind-spirit system as well as a profound sense of peace and vitality in her clients. She believes that true health is more than the absence of disease; it is a sense of vibrant joyful aliveness.  Her work seeks to resolve immediate problems as well as address underlying imbalances.  Recognizing that all healing comes from within, Mary is honored to have the opportunity to assist her clients as they move towards health & balance. Book an appointment with Mary here.

Carolyn Harrington, Certified Massage Therapist

Carolyn, a graduate of Potomac Massage Training Institute in 1985, provides relaxing treatments combined with deep work to create a complete experience for the client. Her massages provide her clients an opportunity to mentally unwind and physically relieve sore and aching muscles, achieving a sense of wholeness and well-being. It is her belief that in a state of deep relaxation balance is achieved , facilitating healing of body, mind, and spirit. Her sessions are individualized to best serve each client, drawing on various modalities, including Swedish massage, deep tissue work, reflexology, Trager work, cranio-sacral and soothing polarity holds. Carolyn feels privileged to be entrusted to assist each client in their personal healing process. Book here for an appointment with Carolyn. 

Carol Iverson, Certified 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, Certified 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, Certified 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, Certified 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.

Seth Semons, Certified 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.

Acupuncture

Elizabeth Baer, MAc, 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.

Charles Homonnay, MAc, Licensed Acupuncturist

Charles has a Masters in Acupuncture from the New England School of Acupuncture in Massachusetts. He also completed a four-year acupuncture apprenticeship in Japan and is fluent in Japanese. Charles uses pulse and abdominal diagnosis as well as symptomology to find the source of a problem. Then with the help of needles, moxa, and Shiatsu-style massage, he helps your whole body heal from the inside out--not just in the immediate problem areas. 

Tori Paide, MAc, 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, MAc, 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.

Tracy Soltesz, MAc, Licensed Acupuncturist, Zero Balancing Intern
Tracy's rich experiences with Asian culture, including extensive travel and study throughout remote areas of China, and health care have brought her to the wellness industry. She is a graduate of the Tai Sophia Institute, holding a Master of Acupuncture, as well as a Bachelor of Arts in political science, journalism and legal policy from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County. Tracy has completed advanced training in order to become a certified Acupuncture Detoxification Specialist. She is currently completing her advanced certification in Zero Balancing with the Zero Balancing Health Association. Additionally, she continues to call upon her "past life" on the political scene to work with local and national officials on health care policy reform. Book an appointment with Tracy here.

Sarah Thomas, MAc, Licensed Acupuncturist
Sarah is a graduate of Tai Sophia Institute’s Master of Acupuncture program and is a certified Acupuncture Detoxification Specialist. She focuses on high-quality care with a warm and compassionate spirit, and approaches acupuncture in a precise and moving manner. Sarah is also one of forty people in the U.S. to be certified in Taoist Stone Medicine. Alongside acupuncture and herbs, stone medicine was a primary way of treating body and spirit in ancient China. The stone medicine practitioner is trained to use stones on the body and to blend stone elixirs. Acupuncture and/or stone medicine will be utilized according to the client’s preferences and needs.

Herbal Consultations

Holistic Health Consultations

Steve Seater, CPT, CNC, CN, Nutrition and Wellness Coach
Steve is a life long fitness enthusiast with a strong interest in holistic nutrition and wellness. He is a certified nutritionist (CN), and a certified nutrition consultant (CNC). Additionally, he is a certified personal trainer (CPT) and a certified spinning instructor. Steve recently served as the Executive Director of the American Wellness Council where he worked with such well known experts as James Balch, MD, author of Prescription for Nutritional Healing and Ward Dean, MD, internationally famous pioneer in anti-aging medicine and co-founder of the neuro-endocrine theory of aging. Steve holds a Bachelors Degree in biology and chemistry and a Masters Degree in the Philosophy of Science. He also did graduate work in human anatomy and genetics at the George Washington University Medical School. Steve is currently pursuing a second Masters Degree in Holistic Nutrition. Book an appointment with Steve here.

Scott Stanga, Fitness Instructor/Personal Trainer

Scott has devoted the past twenty + years of his life to learning the biomechanics and physiology of the human body. His interest in body and health became much stronger while learning to rehabilitate himself after he experienced several injuries including a broken bone in his lower back. In 1996 he graduated from Life Chiropractic University in Marietta, GA with a doctorate in chiropractic.  Along his journey of learning how to control his pain, as well as to be able to function at a level necessary to perform the activities he loves, such as mountain biking, snow boarding, surfing and various other sports, Scott has acquired a regime of exercise plans that are specific for people with a variety of individual needs. During his studies he became aware that he has the drive to help others, as well as himself, achieve their health and fitness goals.   His love for helping people live healthier lives, achieving their goals all while observing their journey, is the best reward for Scott. This is why he loves doing what he does every day. Check out Scott's fitness classes here.

Life and Professional Coaching

Bob Gordon, MS, MA, Professional Coach
Bob draws on 25 years of professional experience to offer a unique perspective to the Still Point team, where he offers coaching and training to individuals, couples, and groups. Bob has an M.S. in the field of applied behavioral science from American University and the NTL Institute and an M.A. in Applied Healing Arts from the Tai Sophia Institute.  He is a trained Imago Relationship Coach, a CCUI-certified professional coach, and a trained loss and bereavement counselor.  He has studied and practiced world wisdom traditions for over 30 years and gives public trainings in meditation, qigong, and couples work.  He is a member of the National Career Development Association, the Mid-Atlantic Association for Imago Relationship Therapists, Spiritual Directors International, the International Center for Spirit at Work, and the Spiritual Coaches Network.  Bob is certified to officiate at weddings, life tributes, funerals, living funerals, and other important life events. Book an appointment with Bob here.

Sole Door Foot and Hand Treatments

Karen Baker, Sole Healer
Karen is a licensed manicurist who doesn't believe the treatment stops with just pretty nails. As a PhD candidate in Holistic Health, she brings to her treatments the overall wellness of the whole body and the need to nurture it from within. In addition she has been training in Reflexology of the feet, hands, and ears and in skin care from the International Dermal Institute.

Leah Little, Sole Healer
Leah is a licensed manicurist who believes that nails reveal a lot about the body's internal health and potential problems. Therefore, her purpose is to educate both men and women on ways to promote healthy nail growth, as well as how to maintain the appearance of beautiful nails, hands and feet in-between visits.

Donyale Mills, Sole Healer
Donyale is a licensed manicurist with over 10 years of experience in natural nail care. As owner of The Nail Cafe in Charlotte, North Carolina, Donyale specialized in the health of the nail, not just the beauty of the nail. She is a true believer that proper care of the hands and feet are key essentials to good health and provides balance and wellness to the mind, body, and soul. Donyale will provide Reflexology services in the near future.

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