Acupuncture
Mend acupuncturists are kind, caring and compassionate, and licensed for practice in the state of Maryland. Each of our practitioners have a range of backgrounds allowing us to offer varied acupuncture care with further reach. Check out our Providers’ Special Interests for more info.
While it’s great to see the same practitioner, we work as a team. If you are unable to schedule with your usual acupuncturist, no worries. With our coordinated patient care, you can be assured to receive continuity in your personalized treatment plan.
We offer the following acupuncture styles:
In recent years, Kim has taken the lead in spearheading numerous initiatives at Mend. These include the establishment of a Fellowship Program for Post-Grads, collaboration on two Clinical Trials with nearby academic institutions, and the introduction of on-site Acupuncture programs in three area Cancer Centers. Kim’s dedication to our field is unwavering, and she tirelessly champions our profession. Outside of her professional life, Kim finds joy in laughter, the great outdoors, and spending quality time with her family in Baltimore, MD.
Special Interests & Modalities Used: Healthy Aging Support, Fertility, Gastrointestinal & Digestive, Hormonal Support, Mental Health and Trauma, Oncology Support, Pain Management, Pregnancy, Estim, Gua Sha, Moxa, Suction Cupping, Trigger Point/Dry Needling
Catherine holds a Master of Acupuncture with a Chinese Herbal Medicine Specialization from Maryland University of Integrative Health. Outside of the clinic, she is catching up with family and friends and learning something new.
Special Interests & Modalities Used: Healthy Aging Support, Fertility, Hormonal Support, Mental Health & Trauma, Pain Management, Pregnancy, Community Acupuncture, Bloodletting, Chinese Herbs, Fire Cupping, Gua Sha, Microneedling, Moxa, Suction Cupping, Trigger Point/Dry Needling
Dani’s fascination with Chinese Medicine began during her volunteer work in a holistic women’s recovery program and deepened when her beloved parents were diagnosed with breast and colon conditions. This allowed her to witness the pivotal role of preventative medicine in their treatment.
She takes pleasure in creating tailored, goal-oriented treatment plans, approaching each case with diligence, much like a detective, to uncover clues from the body, mind, and spirit, helping patients regain balance. She also enjoys sharing the theoretical and wisdom aspects of this ancient medicine with curious individuals.
Dani specializes in treating gastrointestinal issues, migraines, allergies, arthritis, neuropathy, fatigue, pediatrics, oncology, menstrual and sleep irregularities, as well as mental health, addiction, complex trauma, and climate crisis grief. She emphasizes a safe, welcoming, and trauma-informed clinical experience for patients.
Outside the clinic, Dani embraces nature, whether it’s in a garden, on a hiking trail, during camping trips, kayaking feeding, or exploring on snowshoes. She also enjoys creative pursuits like upcycled art, baking, cooking, handbuilding ceramics, volunteering for a local wildlife center and quality time with her person, friends and her cats.
Special Interests & Modalities Used: Gastrointestinal and Digestive Support, Mental Health and Trauma, Oncology Support, Community Acupuncture, Teens (ages 13-18), Chinese Herbs, Gua Sha, Moxa, Suction Cupping
Dr. Tamara was drawn to acupuncture after experiencing transformational healing for back pain and reproductive health. She earned her Doctorate of Acupuncture at the Won Institute of Graduate Studies.
Through acupuncture and holistic therapies, Tamara helps clients overcome physical and emotional barriers to restore balance and wellness. She treats a range of conditions, including back pain, sciatica, anxiety, depression, digestive issues, insomnia, immune concerns, and neurological disorders. Her approach integrates Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Five Element, and Traditional Korean Medicine (TKM). She is also a Master-level Reiki practitioner and a certified Acupuncture Detox Specialist.
With a background as a corporate professional, competitive athlete, and Virginia Military Institute cadet, Tamara understands firsthand what it’s like to push through physical, mental, and emotional challenges. Those experiences shaped her belief in the body’s innate ability to heal and inspire her work helping others find balance, relief, and renewed energy through acupuncture.
Outside of the clinic, Tamara enjoys woodworking, hiking, and reading.
Special Interests & Modalities Used: Addiction Recover and Support, Autoimmune and Chronic Conditions, Fertility, Gastrointestinal and Digestive, Hormonal Support, Mental Health and Trauma, Neurological, Pain Management, Sports Medicine, Teen Acupuncture, Estim, Gua Sha, Moxa, Suction Cupping, Trigger Point/Dry
As a practitioner, Dr. Julia is passionate about providing care that combines evidence-based science with the innate wisdom of the human body. She believes healing is a collaborative process and cares deeply about incorporating sensitivity, listening and patient empowerment into healthcare. She enjoys treating a variety of conditions including digestive disorders, autoimmune diseases, headaches, anxiety, sleep disturbances and menstrual cycle imbalances. She is particularly interested in treating the psychoemotional roots of pain and trauma, partnering with patients on their journeys to recovery.
Outside of the treatment room, Julia is a poet, singer and songwriter. She enjoys a good laugh, baking, watching spooky movies and cuddling with her cat.
Special Interests & Modalities Used: Addiction and Recovery Support, Autoimmune and Chronic Conditions, Gastrointestinal and Digestive, Hormonal Support, Mental Health and Trauma, Pain Management, Transgender & Gender Non-Binary Affirming Care, Microneedling, Teens (ages 13-18), Estim, Fire Cupping, Gua Sha, Microneedling, Suction Cupping, Tui Na
Staycie is fond of scientific research and strives to find a balance between scientific and holistic approaches to healing. She also enjoys broadening her knowledge of different Chinese Medicine strategies and theories. She enjoys wandering around varied landscapes, knitting, creating art, and taking online dance classes when not seeing patients.
Special Interests & Modalities Used: Autoimmune and Chronic Condition, Fertility, Hormonal Support, Oncology Support, Pain Management, Pregnancy, Bloodletting, Chinese Herbs, Estim, Fire Cupping, Gua Sha, Moxa, Suction Cupping, Trigger Point/Dry Needling, Tui Na
Isabel thrives in guiding individuals through times of change, providing gentle, transformative treatments to help them find harmony and wellbeing. She also loves working with those struggling with mental health, headaches/musculoskeletal pain, and helping new parents prepare for pregnancy and birth. Outside of the office you can usually find her at the thrift store or a pilates class.
Special Interests & Modalities Used: Fertility, Pregnancy, Estim, Gua Sha, Moxa, Suction Cupping
Following her Master of Acupuncture program at the Maryland University of Integrative Health, she completed a year-long program on trauma recovery (Tao of Trauma). Sarah weaves trauma-informed somatic practices into sessions. She is skilled at supporting and empowering clients to address the mind/body connections co-mingling with pain and healing.
Prior to becoming an acupuncturist, Sarah completed a Master’s Degree in social work and public policy and has experience in non-profit adult education and local and federal government. In treatment, she acknowledges how socio-political-economic systems and seasonal rhythms shape our well-being.
Sarah enjoys porch sitting, music listening, book reading, snack eating, and wander-y adventuring. She’s often thinking about how we’re all tender and tough human mammals navigating these times on planet Earth and considering how we can do it together with as much ease, play, pleasure, and liberation for all.
Special Interests & Modalities Used: Addiction and Recovery Support, Gastrointestinal and Digestive, Hormonal Support, Mental Health and Trauma, Pain Management, Transgender & Gender Non-Binary Affirming Care, Community Acupuncture, Estim, Gua Sha, Moxa, Suction Cupping
Special Interests and Modalities Used: Autoimmune and Chronic Conditions, Gastrointestinal and Digestive, Hormonal Support, Mental Health and Trauma, Neurological, Oncology Support, Pain Management, Sports Medicine, Teens (ages 13-18)
He has been published in the Journal of Asian Medicine (2021), and currently serves as lead supervising doctor of clinical interns at the Maryland University of Integrative Health, where he also teaches as adjunct faculty and senate member.
Special Interests and Modalities Used: Autoimmune and Chronic Conditions, Fertility, Gastrointestinal and Digestive, Hormonal Support, Mental Health and Trauma, Neurological, Pain Management, Sports Medicine, Community Acupuncture, Bloodletting, Estim, Fire Cupping, Gua Sha, Moxa, Suction Cupping
Dr. Livesay sees patients with concerns of stress, trauma-related symptomatology, as well as neurological symptoms including headaches/migraines, PTSD, depression, anxiety, Bell’s palsy, trigeminal neuralgia, and those seeking optimal brain functioning or experiencing unexplained symptoms.
Dr. Livesay is also well-versed in women’s health and oncology. She utilizes the various pillars of Chinese Medicine to treat patients including acupuncture/electroacupuncture, nutritional therapy, Chinese herbs, exercise, gua sha, tui na, and essential oils. She loves partnering with patients on their journey to live their most fulfilling life in all aspects of their being. When not in the treatment room, you can find Dr. Livesay spending time with family, writing, learning new healthy recipes, and exercising.
Special Interests and Modalities Used: Mental Health and Trauma, Neurological, Pregnancy, Chinese Herbal Consults, Microneedling, Essential Oils, Estim, Fire Cupping, Gua Sha, Suction Cupping
Liana is a gentle, curious and compassionate practitioner that acknowledges the interconnected complexities of being a human on Earth. They support patients in achieving their health and wellness goals, however big or small, with a variety of tools and modalities. Liana has successfully treated patients in both English and Spanish, with acute and chronic issues such as pain, injuries, neurological conditions, digestion, reproductive health, stress management and PTSD.
Special Interests and Modalities Used: Autoimmune and Chronic Conditions, Gastrointestinal and Digestive, Neurological, Pain Management, Transgender & Gender Non-Binary Affirming Care, Teens (ages 13-18), Essential Oils, Fire Cupping, Gua Sha, Moxa, Tui Na
In 2018, Ray began pursuing a Master of Acupuncture degree at the Maryland University of Integrative Health. Today, as a licensed acupuncturist, Ray utilizes many skills and modalities tailored to each patient’s special needs.
Ray is always adding to his skill set to help patients live their best lives. He is particularly interested in easing arthritis pain, helping seniors thrive, and easing the effects of trauma. He employs principles of choice, collaboration, empowerment, trustworthiness, and safety to create a welcoming space for all Patients.
Ray also loves a good laugh, and enjoys discussing food, wine, and cars. He looks forward to seeing you in the treatment room!
Special Interests and Modalities Used: Healthy Aging Support, Autoimmune and Chronic Conditions, Gastrointestinal and Digestive, Hormonal Support, Oncology Support, Pain Management, Sports Medicine, Microneedling, Estim, Fire Cupping, Gua Sha, Moxa, Suction Cupping, Trigger Point/Dry Needling
Special Interests and Modalities Used: Fertility, Gastrointestinal and Digestive, Hormonal Support, Mental Health and Trauma, Pain Management, Pregnancy, Community Acupuncture, Essential Oils, Estim, Gua Sha, Fire Cupping, Moxa, Suction Cupping, Trigger Point/Dry Needling
Marie works to help patients overcome individual healing challenges related to the body, mind, and spirit. She has successfully treated pain, autoimmune disorders, anxiety, digestion issues, skin diseases, headaches, high blood pressure, blood disorders, gynecological disorders, joint inflammation, sciatica, emotional trauma, PTSD, stress disorders, long-Covid issues, sinusitis, chronic fatigue, and more.
When she is not practicing or studying acupuncture, she enjoys spending time in nature, reading, meditating, and crafting.
Special Interests and Modalities Used: Addiction and Recovery Support, Healthy Aging Support, Autoimmune and Chronic Conditions, Gastrointestinal and Digestive, Hormonal Support, Mental Health and Trauma, Neurological, Oncology, Pain Management, Pregnancy, Sports Medicine, Community Acupuncture, Bloodletting, Essential Oils, Fire Cupping, Gua Sha, Fire Cupping, Suction Cupping, Moxa, Estim, Trigger Point/Dry Needling, Tui Na
Susannah is passionate about natural medicine, and while she has a general practice, she specializes in women’s health. Her sessions often include Reiki, gentle abdominal massage, and herbal consultation. Susannah has a Master’s Degree in Medical Anthropology and has traveled in Peru, including as a practitioner in a clinic for underserved Andean communities. She and her husband recently relocated to Baltimore, and she enjoys practicing Neelakantha meditation and yoga in her free time.
Special Interests and Modalities Used: Healthy Aging and Support, Autoimmune and Chronic Conditions, Fertility, Gastrointestinal and Digestive, Hormonal Support, Mental Health and Trauma, Pain Management, Chinese Herbal Training, Essential Oils, Gua Sha, Moxa, Trigger Point/Dry Needling, Tui Na
Special Interests and Modalities Used: Fertility, Gastrointestinal and Digestive, Hormonal Support, Neurological, Pregnancy, Chinese Herb Consults, Teens (ages 13-18), Essential Oils, Estim, Fire Cupping, Gua Sha, Moxa, Suction Cupping, Trigger Point/Dry Needling, Tui Na
Claire is available exclusively for Mend’s offsite & mobile acupuncture clinic events. Please email hello@mendacupuncture.com for booking information.
Curious about the interconnectedness of culture, healing, and disease, Dr. Jessica is committed to promoting health equity and conducting research on treatment effectiveness of alternative, complementary, Eastern, and supplemental therapies.
Her work has been published in Medical Acupuncture and she has presented posters at conferences held by the Society for Acupuncture Research. In addition to treating patients, Dr. Jessica is completing research she began as a postdoctoral research fellow at the University of Washington.
Special Interests and Modalities Used: Neurological, Oncology Support, Pain Management, Essential Oils, Gua Sha, Estim, Fire Cupping, Moxa, Trigger Point/Dry Needling, Tui Na
Hiking, wildcrafting, and mushroom hunting have become favorite pastimes when not in the clinic, as well as very loudly playing bass guitar in her band. After spending a few years away, Aurora is ecstatic to be back in Baltimore with her amazing partner and two ridiculous cats.
Special Interests and Modalities Used: Autoimmune and Chronic Conditions, Pain Management, Neurological Conditions, Gastrointestinal and Digestive, Hormonal Support, Sports Medicine, Transgender and Gender Non-Binary Affirming Care, Estim, Fire Cupping, Gua Sha, Moxa, Suction Cupping, Trigger Point/Dry Needling
Special Interests and Modalities Used: Addiction and Recovery Support, Healthy Aging Support, Neurological, Pain Management, Transgender & Gender Non-Binary Affirming Care, Community Acupuncture, Teens (ages 13-18), Bloodletting, Estim, Fire Cupping, Gua Sha, Moxa, Suction Cupping, Trigger Point/Dry Needling
Massage Therapy
Special Interests and Modalities Used: Firm Pressure, Deep Tissue
Special Interests and Modalities Used: Sports Performance, Light Pressure, Medium Pressure, Firm Pressure, Deep Tissue, Assisted Stretching, Cupping, Hot Stones, Rapid Tension Release Massage Gun
A 2018 graduate of the Baltimore School of Massage, Jodi now specializes in helping clients manage pain and tension through a combination of massage, movement and assisted stretching. Certified in chronic pain management since 2023, she has helped a wide range of clients find relief from TMJ issues, headaches, shoulder and neck pain, back pain and much more. Known for her positivity, dedication and “outside the box” thinking, Jodi brings 110% to every session and is ready to walk your healing path with you.
Special Interests and Modalities Used: Sports Performance, Light Pressure, Medium Pressure, Firm Pressure, Assisted Stretching, Cupping, Kinesiology Tape, Hot Stones, Lymphatic Drainage, Rapid Tension Release Massage Gun
Special Interests and Modalities Used: Pregnancy, Sports Performance, Oncology, Light Pressure, Medium Pressure, Firm Pressure, Deep Tissue, Aromapoint, Cupping, Hot Stones, Reflexology
Kourtney’s massage may include Myofascial Release, Deep Tissue, Stretch Therapy, Craniosacral Therapy and Energy Healing. She hopes her clients leave the table feeling more in tune and better aligned with themselves physically, mentally, and spiritually. Kourtney is a graduate of Holistic Massage Training Institute in Baltimore, MD. She is also a Basic Master Level Shamballa Energy Healer.
Prior to massage, Kourtney taught yoga for over 7 years. Outside of the clinic she is a mother, nature lover, gym-goer, and lifelong astrology student. She considers it a great honor to collaborate with you on your wellness journey.
Special Interests and Modalities Used: Sports Performance, Oncology, Light Pressure, Medium Pressure, Firm Pressure, Deep Tissue, Assisted Stretching, Cranial Sacral Therapy, Cupping, Hot Stones, Myofascial/Scar Release, Reflexology, Reiki
Special Interests and Modalities Used: Pregnancy, Light Pressure, Medium Pressure, Firm Pressure, Deep Tissue, Assisted Stretching, Cupping, Hot Stones, Lymphatic Drainage, Reiki
In 2021, during personal and global upheaval, Darius relocated to Baltimore and began studying massage at Cortiva Institute. He earned his license in April 2022. Since then, he has dedicated himself to understanding chronic pain solutions and muscular alignment, blending clinical technique with heartfelt presence.
Darius loves uncovering the story behind persistent tension, supporting clients through long-term relief and resilience. He combines technical skill with deep empathy, helping each person leave the table feeling stronger, lighter, and more connected to their body.
Special Interests and Modalities Used: Sports Performance, Medium Pressure, Firm Pressure, Deep Tissue, Assisted Stretching, Cupping, Kinesiology Tape, Hot Stones, Rapid Release Massage Gun, Structural Bodywork
Trebreh is a Licensed Massage Therapist with over six years of experience specializing in orthopedic and sports-focused bodywork. With a degree in Exercise Science, he blends clinical knowledge with hands-on skill to help clients recover, perform, and move at their best. In addition to massage, Trebreh has extensive experience in assisted stretching, which he integrates to support flexibility, mobility, and injury prevention.
Outside of the clinic, Trebreh is an adventurer at heart. He enjoys staying fit, learning about nutrition and performance, and exploring new cultures through travel. His curiosity and love for movement continue to fuel his growth personally and professionally.
Special Interests and Modalities Used: Sports Performance, Medium Pressure, Firm Pressure, Assisted Stretching, Cupping, Hot Stones, Myofascial/Scar Release, Rapid Tension Release Massage Gun
In 2017, Shanté experienced three car accidents within six months—an event that reshaped her life and set her on the path to massage therapy. That period not only deepened her appreciation for healing work, but also inspired her commitment to educating others about the importance of receiving care from knowledgeable, skilled therapists, just as they would from trusted healthcare professionals.
Shanté is certified in Ashiatsu, prenatal massage, and Thai massage, and she specializes in deep tissue, sports massage, and therapeutic relaxation. Her sessions blend technical skill with meaningful guidance; clients often leave with practical tools for improving sleep, stretching effectively, and supporting their own wellbeing between visits.
She has extensive experience working with individuals navigating chronic pain, stress, and trauma, as well as those with fibromyalgia, lupus, cancer recovery and post-operative needs, prenatal patients, bodybuilders, and a wide range of athletes. Shanté brings compassion, strength, and knowledge to every session.
Naturopathy
Dr. Kargman enjoys working collaboratively with other healthcare providers to provide the best, most comprehensive care for her patients. When not in the office, Dr. Kargman enjoys spending time with her wife and children (both 2 and 4 legged), creatively cooking, exploring the outdoors (hiking, kayaking, or biking), playing pickleball and traveling the world with camera in hand.