Kate has been serving the Montgomery and Howard county communities as an acupuncturist since earning her Master of Acupuncture degree in 2003 from the Maryland University of Integrative Health, previously TAI SOPHIA Institute. She holds national acupuncture certification through NCCAOM. She is a graduate of Loyola College of Maryland. As the recipient of several Intramural Trainee Awards, Kate had the opportunity to expand her understanding of cell and molecular biology through research experiences at the National Institute for Mental Health and the National Cancer Institute. As an acupuncturist she was part of a team which conducted a successful study of the use of acupuncture for the treatment of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder in active duty soldiers at the Walter Reed Army Medical Center. Kate supports patients with a wide variety of complaints including but not limited to anxiety, depression, musculoskeletal pain, back pain, menstrual and menopausal symptoms, as well as digestive complaints. Kate uses acupuncture, guasha, cupping, nutrition, and lifestyle coaching to help her patients heal body, mind, and spirit.
