Our Team

Mari Steinke, L.Ac, is a Maryland licensed acupuncturist, Chinese herbalist, and massage therapist. She received her Masters of Science degree from the Academy for Five Element Acupuncture in Gainesville, FL where she studied Five Element acupuncture & theory and Chinese herbal medicine. 

She brings a multidisciplinary approach to the treatment room, which includes acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine and manual therapies, such as gua sha & cupping, to safely and effectively guide her patients back into balance & health.

Mari treats patients with a variety of health concerns. Many patients come to address pain – from a sports injury, car or work accident, acute or chronic medical condition, or from simply having “bent over the wrong way”. She has helped patients with pain, digestive issues, allergy symptoms, stress and anxiety, gynecological problems and overall immunity enhancement.  

Mari is a caring and compassionate health care practitioner who is concerned with your overall health and well-being. She would be happy to answer any questions you may have regarding how acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine can benefit you.

Rachel LaPlaca, LMT and Reiki Practitioner, was inspired by her yoga practice to pursue a career in Massage therapy. A graduate of Cortiva, her training includes Swedish, Deep Tissue, Reflexology, and Dry Cupping therapy. She also incorporates Reiki and crystals into massage sessions to help clients relieve stress and connect to their Chakras. 
Rachel is passionate about self care and encourages her clients to find the patterns that may be contributing to their pain. She welcomes clients from all walks of life and enjoys supporting those who are invested in their own wellness path.

Rachel is also a certified manual lymphatic drainage therapist and reiki practitioner.

Jennifer is a Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT) and Reiki Practioner. Jennifer is native to the Baltimore area and studied holistic massage therapy at Holistic Massage Training Institute (HMTI). 
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She is a self-care enthusiast who is fascinated by the energetic quantum connections of the mind, body and spirit. Jennifer utilizes massage therapy as a tool to facilitate a safe and comfortable space for clients to relax and support their natural healing. Jennifer creates custom massage sessions for each client whether they are looking to clear their minds and feel relaxed, alleviate pain, or improve range of motion. 
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Jennifer’s massage style incorporates techniques including Swedish, Deep Tissue, Myofascial Release, Reflexology, Thai & Shiatsu, Lymphatic, Reiki (Usui), Sekhem-Seichim Reiki (SSR), Aromatherapy, and Crystals.