Meet the Practitioners
Behind Your Healing
-Our Team
Our Acupuncture and Nutrition Team
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Jennifer Reil
Master’s of Acupuncture
Master’s of Oriental Medicine
Licensed Acupuncturist
Microneedling SpecialistJennifer Reil is a Licensed Acupuncturist and graduated from Acupuncture and Massage College in Miami, Florida. Her clinical training emphasizes the integration of Eastern and Western medicine, treating the body as a cohesive system and addressing root causes of ailments. Jen provides care to patients of all ages and is skilled in various modalities, including acupuncture, acupressure, auricular therapy, fire cupping, Tuina Chinese medical massage, gua sha, electrical stimulation, Chinese herbal medicine, and nutrition and lifestyle coaching.
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Stephanie Judge
Master’s of Acupuncture
Licensed Acupuncturist
Diplomat of Acupuncture
Chinese Herbalist
Acupuncture Department Head
Board Member Awaken WellnessI’ve been working professionally in the health care field as a nurse since receiving my Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from Seton Hall University over 30 years ago. In conjunction with nursing I am an acupuncturist, licensed by the State of Maryland.
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Colleen Clements
Licensed Acupuncturist
Diplomat of Acupuncture
Master of Acupuncture
Chinese HerbalistColleen is a graduate of The Academy for Five Element Acupuncture in Florida. With integrated understanding of the relationship between The Five Elements, Traditional Chinese Medicine and western medicine, she has a passion for working with patients to find the root of their ailment, specializing in pain from unknown source, depression/anxiety, trauma and fertility.
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Melanie Schultz
Master's of Acupuncture
Licensed Acupuncturist
Chinese Herbalist
Acupuncture Department Head
Board Member Awaken Wellness
(Not currently accepting new patients)Experience has shown me how effective acupuncture can be for injuries, chronic pain and illnesses such as headaches, fertility disorders, digestive issues and many more.
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Andrei Stoica
Licensed Acupuncturist
Andrei is an Energy Medicine practitioner focusing on Traditional Chinese Medicine. While he practices all five branches of Chinese Medicine (Bodywork, Herbs, Nutrition and lifestyle Coaching, Acupuncture, Medical Qigong) he specializes in Chinese Energetic Medicine or Medical Qigong.
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Dianne Connelly
Licensed Acupuncturist
Masters of Acupuncture
Doctor of Philosophy
Founder of Tai Sophia institute
Author
(Does not accept insurance)
(Not accepting new patients)
Dianne is a pioneer in the world of acupuncture and a master of the power of language and the worlds our words create. She also is an advocate and devoted practitioner of rituals, ceremonies and celebrations. Her acupuncture career spans over 40 years. -

Jessica O'Hara-Anderson
Licensed Dietary Nutritionist
Certified Nutrition SpecialistJessica currently also works as Community Nutritionist with the Baltimore County Department of Aging where she focuses on chronic disease prevention (Type 2 Diabetes, hypertension, Cardio Vascular Disease, Digestive issues) and malnutrition education.
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Bonnie Pace
Licensed Dietary Nutritionist
Certified Nutrition Specialist
Vice-Chair Awaken Wellness
Board of Directors
Personal Trainer
Bonnie Pace, LDN, believes in transforming lives through food and movement. A licensed dietician nutritionist, Bonnie will work with you to determine a personalized nutrition solution based on your life, your body, and your goals. She is passionate about educating and empowering her clients to take control of their health.
Our Massage Team
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Shawntel Drake
Licensed Massage Therapist
Bachelor’s of Science
Prenatal Therapist
Restorative Therapist
Swedish Massage TherapistShawntel is a licensed massage therapist dedicated to creating restorative experiences that nurture both body and mind. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Sport Management with a concentration in Sports Medicine from Coppin State University in 2016 and completed her massage therapy training at Cortiva Institute in 2018.
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Bisrat Abebe
Licensed Massage Therapist
Deep Tissue Therapist
Sports Massage Therapist
Prenatal Massage Therapist
Massage Department Head
Board Member Awaken WellnessI specialized in Deep tissue massage, Sports massage, Swedish massage and Prenatal massage. Most of my continuing education is dedicated to studying how the human body moves. This helps me customize each session according to clients needs.
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Alexandra Kees
Registered Massage Therapist
Cupping TherapistAlex is a graduate of the Central Maryland School of Massage and provides relaxation and therapeutic treatment. Her intention is to help ease daily pains, discomforts and trauma as well as working alongside modern day medicine which can be particularly hard on the body.
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Angela Walker
Licensed Massage Therapist
Deep Tissue Therapist
Myofascial Therapist
Prenatal TherapistI received my license in Massage Therapy in 2000, shortly after graduating from the original Baltimore School of Massage. I have spent the last 22 years serving the Montgomery County area, helping clients improve their lives and wellbeing, while also learning so much from each of them. I still love the work and the positive impact that massage therapy has on one’s entire being.
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Ursula Tillery
Registered Massage Therapist
Registered Yoga Therapist
National Academy of Sports MedicineUrsula is a Licensed Massage Therapist, 500-hour Trauma-Informed Yoga Alliance RYT, NASM Corrective Exercise Specialist, and NASM Certified Personal Trainer with over ten years of experience in therapeutic bodywork and movement rehabilitation. She applies structural assessment, postural analysis, and evidence-informed techniques to develop targeted treatment plans focused on structural alignment, and improved range of motion.
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Georgina Bilal
Licensed Massage Therapist
Deep Tissue Massage Therapist
Swedish and Hot Stone TherapistI love massage therapy, I've been practicing for just under a decade and enjoy my craft. My specialties include, Swedish, Deep Tissue and using Hot Stone therapies to assist in my healing work.
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Rachel Aymold
Licensed Massage Therapist
Deep Tissue Therapist
Stretch Therapist
Cupping TherapistRachel is a dedicated massage therapist with a robust background in personal training and assisted stretching.
Driven by a deep passion for holistic healing, Rachel specializes in helping clients achieve optimal well-being through personalized care.
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Candice Parker
Licensed Massage Therapist
Medical Massage Therapist
Cupping Therapist
Prenatal TherapistCandice has over a decade of experience as a LMT. Over that time she has specialized in assisting may people find relief from, pain, tension and stress. She enjoys creating a warm and relaxing environment to facilitate maximum healing.
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Sunshine Walker
Licensed Massage Therapist
Prenatal Therapist
Deep Tissue, Myofascial Therapist
Thai Stretching TherapistMeet Sunshine, a dedicated massage therapist specializing in energy work and various modalities tailored to promote relaxation, therapeutic wellness, and the harmonious balance of mind, body, and spirit.
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Rose Satori
Licensed Massage Therapist
Registered NurseI am a dedicated massage therapist with over 9 years of experience in the field and several years of experience as a registered nurse. In each of my sessions, I seek to bring a deep understanding of the mind-body connection.
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Casey O'Neal
Licensed Massage Therapist
Lymphatic Drainage Specialist
Fertility Massage Therapist
Nurturing the Mother Fertility Massage TherapistA little about me…
I graduated from Holistic Massage Training Institute. I am a Licensed Massage Therapist with the state of Maryland. My passion is helping others in the best way I know how, massage therapy!
“If you don’t pick a day to rest, your body will do it for you.”
Our Management Team
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Robin Decker
Center Manager
Marketing Director
Outreach Coordinator
Veteran Support Specialist
Board Member Awaken WellnessRobin is a worker-owner at Awaken Wellness and a certified massage therapist, yoga teacher, and reflexologist. She is currently studying Kinetix, with a focus on fascia and whole-body healing. Robin is passionate about helping people address the root of discomfort & build lasting wellness, and she deeply values the sense of community and care that Awaken Wellness brings—especially in supporting the veteran community.
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Faith Lowman
Manager
Insurance verification
Veteran Management
Faith serves as a full-time evening manager, specializing in insurance verifications and veteran care coordination. As a soon-to-be worker owner, she is committed to supporting both her team and the patients she serves. Known for her empathy and dedication, Faith strives to create a welcoming, stress-free experience where patients feel confident and supported in their care. She is currently pursuing her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology with a concentration in Mental Health Counseling, with a growing interest in integrative, patient-centered care. -

Hazel
Emotional Support
Nap Taker
Staff Support Specialist
When not taking naps, I provide emotional support to clients and patients or making sure staff eats all their lunch. -

Brian Bieda
Chief Operations Officer
Chairperson Awaken Wellness
Board of Directors
Insurance Biller and Credentialing
Brian co-founded Awaken Wellness with Jennifer Stukey in 2009 and has continued his mission to be the very best integrative healthcare clinic in Howard County.