Meet our Wellness Practitioners
The Wellness Center is proud to work with an eclectic and accomplished group of practitioners from across the health and wellness spectrum. All of the services the Wellness Center provides is FREE for current HCC students.
Sherrie Black, Acupuncturist
Sherrie Trede Black, RN, MAc, Lac, is a Registered Nurse and a Licensed Acupuncturist, with advanced studies in Women’s Holistic Health and Fertility, and a Certified Zero Balancing Practitioner. Sherrie combines her knowledge of Western Medicine and nutrition with the ancient wisdom of Acupuncture and the gentle touch of Zero Balancing to bring relaxation, symptomatic relief, and personal and spiritual growth to her clients. Sherrie provides auricular acupuncture to HCC students, involving the placement of thin needles on specific points of the ear. For more information about Sherrie's practice.
Karen Bortvedt Estrada, Somatic Stress Release
Karen Bortvedt Estrada is a certified Somatic Stress Release practitioner. Karen’s greatest love in her work is helping folks who have felt either stuck or spiraling in their stress to learn new techniques and ways of being so they can exist in greater ease. Somatic Stress Release helps us support our bodies natural stress response cycle through completion with movement, visualization, vocalizing, and gentle touch and can be practiced individually, with guided support, or in group settings.
Gaspara Cole, Licensed Esthetician
Gaspara specializes in facial sculpting and touch therapy, with a focus on the mind-body connection and honoring the body as an interconnected system that works to support us. Creating a safe, welcoming space where clients feel comfortable and accepted is central to her approach. She invites you to come as you are and experience a moment of care, connection, and relaxation.
Stephen Conti, Licensed Massage Therapist
Stephen Conti is a Licensed Massage Therapist and founder of Tocar Spa and Tocar Sport in Columbia, Maryland. With over 17 years of experience in therapeutic and sports massage, Stephen has worked with clients ranging from everyday individuals seeking stress relief to collegiate and international athletes. He currently leads the massage therapy program for the University of Maryland’s Division I athletic teams and previously served as Chair of the Maryland State Board of Massage Therapy Examiners.
Rose Pak, Healing Touch Practitioner Apprentice
Rose Pak is a Healing Touch Practitioner Apprentice & Educator. She uses spiritual insight, knowledge, & techniques to promote relaxation & self care skills to clients. Healing Touch, an integrative energy therapy medicine, helps restore & balance the human energy system to enable the body's natural tendency to heal on its own. It also helps with circulation & reducing stress, pain, & emotions. For more information email Rose.
Sara Wilson, Yogalates Instructor
Sara Wilson is a certified fitness instructor with over 8 years of experience. Certifications include RYT500 with 1000+ hours of training, mat pilates, level 3 reiki, multiple barre certifications, TRX, Schwinn cycle, Les Mills Bodypump, and AFAA Group Fitness. Sara was voted Best of Howard Personal Trainer 2024, and has partnered with various national and local brands. She ensures every class she teaches has a contemporary and athletic edge to it. For more information email sara.wilson.ce@gmail.com