How I came to be an acupuncturist was not exactly a straight line. I have followed my heart time and time again gathering a very diverse set of experiences that led me to study the most beautiful form of medicine I know. Though a confluence of brilliant teachers and opportunities, I decided to spend the rest of my life learning and practicing a medicine that encompasses the full breadth and depth of human experience. I believe wholeheartedly …
Ruscombe Healthcare Practitioners
Ruscombe practitioners are all certified and licensed in their individual fields of expertise and are chosen for their dedication to service to the community.
Select a practitioner from the list below, or click here to view a list of healing services offered at Ruscombe.
Tessy Brungardt
Tessy has been a ROLFING® practitioner for over 30 years at Ruscombe Mansion Community Health Center. Tessy is a Certified Advanced Rolfer. She suggests an initial session to determine the best plan of treatment for each individual. She provides the original 10 ROLFING® session series for anyone who has never experienced this therapy. However, clients may receive other sessions or series, depending on their needs and wishes. …
Karen Burd, LCSW-C
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and psychotherapist with 20 years experience in helping couples rediscover their affection, strengthen their connection and return to their relationship center after periods of discord. I have particular expertise in working with couples where one or both partners have mental health and/or addiction problems, or have …
Alden Caldwell
Alden has been a Licensed Massage Therapist since 2006 when she received her massage certification from the Holistic Massage Training Institute in Baltimore, MD. She is nationally certified in therapeutic massage and bodywork through NCBTMB as well as a member of the American Massage Therapy Association. Alden began her massage practice in a private office. From 2008-2011 she was co-owner and director of Evolvewell Healing Arts Studio …
Dr. Daniel Caycedo
I am a private practice psychiatrist licensed in Delaware, Maryland, and Pennsylvania. I received my training at the University of Maryland / Sheppard Pratt combined residency program in Adult Psychiatry and then at the combined fellowship program in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry. After training, I worked on the Trauma Disorders Unit at Sheppard Pratt Hospital in Towson, MD, where I developed an expertise in treating complex trauma and …