Health Professionals in Maryland

My mission is to create a healing partnership in an open environment, where all patients are treated as unique individuals and are empowered to live to their highest potential, in harmony of their true nature.

I have been extensively trained at undergraduate and graduate levels in the field of Traditional Chinese Medicine, and modern science. I have been active in many TCM research projects; among them are the acupuncture on osteoarthritis, and infertility. I have held various faculty/researcher positions at many academic institutes including, Shanghai University of TCM, Maryland Institute of TCM, Johns Hopkins Medical School, and currently, the University of Maryland School of Medicine. I am a contributing author to two books on TCM. In addition, I have also authored many papers published on peer-reviewed professional journals.

Concerned about inflammation, diabetes, digestive issues or eating disorders? Our group practice includes seven Registered Dietitians with extensive nutrition counseling experience. Each dietitian specializes in personalized nutrition within their specialty. This allows you to see the "best of the best" based on your unique situation. Our highly-qualified dietitians specialize in eating disorders, food sensitivities, digestive troubles, diabetes, heart disease, PCOS, and more. Our non-dieting "REBEL" approach to weight loss provides greater satisfaction, improved health, mindful eating, intuitive eating and personalized care.

Lina Hu, L.Ac., OMD, Ph.D., Dipl.Ac , graduated from Heilongjiang University of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). After five years of training in Chinese and western medicine, she spent three years focusing on acupuncture and obtained an MSc degree from Shanghai University of TCM. After receiving her master's degree, she worked as an instructor in Heilongjiang University of TCM and practiced as a physician of acupuncture in the affiliated hospital. During her time at the hospital, extensive training and experience in acupuncture applied to different diseases allowed her to gain a broad knowledge base and ability to confidently manage her clinical practice.

Dr. Passero received his naturopathic training at one of only four nationally accredited Naturopathic Medical schools in the country. He strives to create an approach to health that uses the most up to date scientific information regarding nutrition and herbal therapy to stimulate the natural healing process within each person's body. Careful attention is placed on identifying the specific factors that contributed to a person's illness and a roadmap is designed using the best of alternative and conventional medicine to help the person reverse those factors and restore optimal health.

We are a nutrition counseling practice that work with clients from pediatrics to geriatrics and everyone in between. If you have a picky toddler, a child with weight issues, or you are dealing with weight problems, medical/health issues or just want to learn to eat healthy, give us a call and see what we can do for you and your family. We like to take a "whole body approach" to find what the root causes of your problems are. Once we establish this, we can then come up with a realistic meal plan that fits your lifestyle and needs. Your best you is waiting!

At Nourish, we don’t lecture, body shame, or give clients generic nutrition plans. Our caring professionals help each individual achieve and maintain optimal health and a positive body image through collaborative goal setting, tailored, science-based nutrition plans, and other industry best practices. Tired of bouncing from diet to diet and Googling nutrition advice? Quick fixes aren’t long-term solutions. You’ll achieve and maintain your goals with our personalized, sustainable nutrition plans. One size doesn’t fit all when it comes to nutrition counseling.

I am passionate about health & wellbeing and helping people feel their best. Prior to training as an acupuncturist I worked in the field of psychology with adults and adolescents with mental health and emotional issues for over 10 years. Observing how a person's emotional health affected their physical health and how a person's physical health affected their well-being I wanted to retrain in a modality that could address both issues. I began my Acupuncture training in England and studied there for three years, before moving to the US and training for a further three years.

As a dietitian with a non-diet approach, my nutrition philosophy is rooted in intuitive eating, honoring our bodies, and experiencing joyful movement. I believe that everyone deserves a peaceful relationship with food, movement and their bodies. I work with clients who struggle with food labeling/judgements, weight-cycling and chronic dieting. Together, we will identify goals that meet your own unique needs that allow for a sustainable recovery.

NOTE: Waitlist for new clients. Hi, I am Aubrey Stephenson Kepler and I am a registered dietitian and owner of Potomac Nutrition. At Potomac Nutrition, I work collaboratively with patients in a virtual or in-person setting to reach their nutrition and health goals. I have been practicing nutrition counseling for 4 years helping patients with a variety of concerns such as autoimmune disease, endocrine disease, relationship with food, digestive health, heart health, women's health and PCOS, athletic performance, and weight concerns.

Dr. Skye Stewart is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor specializing in functional medicine. She was awarded her Doctorate of Naturopathic Medicine from Bastyr University, internationally recognized as the leading institution of science-based education in integrative medicine. Dr. Stewart is uniquely skilled and experienced at finding the root physiological, biochemical causes underlying many diseases. Through comprehensive historical analysis, strategic biomarker testing, and a perspective that looks at whole-person health rather than just symptoms, Dr. Stewart focuses on identifying the root cause or pattern of disease. This allows for a more effective, result-focused treatment strategy.

Gena is a registered dietitian specializing in working with adults with Disordered Eating, GI Disorders (IBS, IBD, Low FODMAP), PCOS, and Pre/Post Natal Care. Gena believes eating should always be an enjoyable experience and feels it's her passion to help people find that joy in balanced eating. She has seen and felt the positive impact that food can have on one's physical and mental well-being; and she is passionate about helping individuals build healthy and long-lasting habits that improve their quality of life, happiness, and longevity.

Hello! I’m Leen and I am a Registered Dietitian and Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist in the states of Illinois and Maryland. My interest in nutrition began in my teenage years where I struggled with my relationship with food and maintaining my health. I became passionate about the nutrition field and completed a Bachelor of Science and Nutrition at the University of Illinois at Chicago. My dietetic internship included a variety of inpatient and outpatient settings that were dedicated to counseling individuals and helping them maintain nutritional health.

Haleigh practices out of Health Loft specializing in working with clients with Eating Disorders, PCOS, Pre/Postpartum nutrition, IBS, and Food Allergies. Haleigh loves helping her clients make small changes to their lifestyle that makes a huge difference to their health. Haleigh is dedicated to assisting clients with a mind-body approach to a healthier lifestyle through education on intuitive eating, stress reduction and a whole foods approach. She is a “non-diet” dietitian and strongly supports making changes that work for each person as an individual.

Finding a chiropractor and/or an acupuncturist who understands changing health care needs and the most effective techniques and approaches to addressing health conditions can be a frustrating task. We hope that you will find this site helpful in learning more about our gentle care as well as the ways that it can improve the quality of your life.

Are you confused about health and nutrition? Do you feel frustrated or stuck, but feel deep down, nutrition matters? I help frustrated health-seekers. There is so much information out there on what we should and shouldn't be eating. Recommendations seem to change every month or so! After 15+ years of studying nutrition and implementing various dietary practices on myself and my clients, I have arrived at some fundamental principles which I now share with my clients. I educate and create awareness; I don't fear monger. My recommendations are based on research, physiology, cultural/historical context, individuality, and common sense!

Hi there, I’m Michael, your friendly neighborhood dietitian! My passion is simple -- helping you realize, pursue, and attain your goals through the benefits of nutrition coaching. I believe nutrition is a display of who we are as individuals, which is why all care and recommendations I give are based on current science and customized to who you are and what you desire. In the world of “diet culture” and “fad” nutrition it can become overwhelming and difficult to decipher what is what -- that’s where I can come in answering your questions and helping you make sustainable progress towards whatever your goal may be.

New Client Openings! Nicole specializes in nutrition counseling for eating disorders/disordered eating, diabetes, general health and wellness, and sports nutrition. She empowers clients to nourish, satisfy, and honor their body without any "good" and "bad" food rules. Nicole works from a weight-inclusive, non-diet perspective. Experience in all age groups.

I enjoy working with all sorts of people: men and women, adults and teenagers, straight and gay, people just starting to find their way in the world, overworked employees, busy executives, entrepreneurs, students, artists and creative people of all sorts. The common denominator is people who want to live, learn, grow, move to the next level of their lives - free of pains, illnesses, anxieties, stresses, and other symptoms. My patients have had success in overcoming body pains, backaches, headaches, insomnia, emotional issues, depression, anxiety, digestive disorders, and addictions. They've learned how to live well so they need me less.