Graceful Balance Wellness was born out of obedience to a vision God placed on my heart in 2015—a vision to create a faith-based, holistic, and integrative health practice that nurtures the connection of mind, body, and spirit.
I specialize in working with adults navigating the weight of stress, anxiety, and the lasting effects of trauma. Certified in EMDR therapy and Nature Therapy, I offer a compassionate, relationship-centered approach tailored to each individual. Whether you're seeking relief from emotional overwhelm, support in healing from past experiences, or tools to find greater peace and balance, my goal is to walk alongside you with understanding and care.
At Graceful Balance, our team shares a commitment to Christ-centered wellness, offering a safe, non-judgmental space where you can experience healing and growth. Together, we help you move toward the life of purpose and wholeness God intends for you.
Amanda is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-C) with a wealth of knowledge in family, individual and group counseling. She completed her Clinical Internship at Carroll Hospital Center in Westminster, MD and formerly held positions at Carroll County Youth Service Bureau and a public mental health group practice. Amanda is a University of Maryland, School of Social Work graduate. Amanda has additional specialties in grief & perinatal mental health.
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“I have a passion for working with adolescents, adults, and couples to take the next step of advancing their life goals. Therapy is a space where you can unload your burden and have an unbiased practitioner to lend a listening ear, provide support and teach tools as you go through life’s challenges. No one person’s story is the same and how we approach the barriers that are presented are just as unique. I follow a faith-based, strengths-based approach using Solution Focused Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral techniques. I know that you already have the capacity to reach your goals; It is my role to support you through the process.”
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Tracy Shue is a Board-Certified Functional Medicine Nurse Specialist through the American Association of Natural Wellness Practitioners. Tracy has worked as a Registered Nurse for over 12 years. She is passionate about helping others make positive changes towards a happier, healthier life. Tracy took courses in functional medicine and holistic nutrition, where she learned about holistic approaches to wellness.
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"Functional medicine is about recognizing that each individual has their unique pathway to health. This approach considers factors such as environmental exposures, lifestyle choices, and underlying imbalances that may contribute to disease. In my practice, I provide individualized education and wellness plans that resonate to your needs and help you on your path to optimal health. I understands that healing is not just physical, but mental, spiritual, emotional, and environmental. I look forward to empowering you on your journey back to better health."
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Michelle Tasker is a trauma informed, integrative and functional Registered Dietician and Nutritionist. Michelle works with women to help them discover how self-compassion and gentle lifestyle changes can help them heal their body and soul.
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"My passion is to help women break free from restrictive dieting, weight obsession & emotional eating so they can enjoy peace with food & their bodies. I believe that when a woman discovers how to truly nourish her body, soul & spirit she can be free to flourish in her God-given purpose."
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Lacey Ausfresser is a Certified Professional Christian Life Coach. Lacey loves learning about people and how God has made them. She is a natural encourager and has the ability to find the silver lining in any situation. Lacey works with women to help them explore their identity & purpose in Christ, and how to align with Him so that they can walk out their God given purpose fearlessly.
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"I love hearing about people's experiences with how God has revealed Himself to them and helping them reach their God given potential."
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Heather Anne Kehr is a Certified Professional Christian Life Coach with extensive experience working with youth, women, and couples in ministry settings. She is dedicated to helping clients live abundant, purpose-filled lives anchored in joy and meaningful relationships with others and God. Known for her calm and nurturing presence, Heather Anne specializes in guiding ministry and church leaders to serve out of abundance and foster healthy ministry cultures. Outside of coaching, she enjoys hiking in the mountains, gathering with friends, and baking bread. Married with three adult children, she finds inspiration in her favorite scripture, Ephesians 3:14-21, which reflects her belief in the transformative power of God’s love.
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"Every day we have breath, there is hope for change, growth and restoration. We need to take time to nourish our body, mind and soul in ways that bring peace and renewed expectation for the future. We need to be intentional to live, love and serve."
Words From Heather Anne:
For I am about to do something new. See, I have already begun! Do you not see it? I will make a pathway through the wilderness. I will create rivers in the dry wasteland.
- Isaiah 43:19
Yes, the Sovereign Lord is coming in power. He will rule with a powerful arm. See, he brings his reward with him as he comes.
- Isaiah 40:10
When doubts filled my mind, your comfort gave me renewed hope and cheer.
-Psalm 94:19
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No matter where you're at in your journey, we're available to support your mental health & wellness goals. We offer christian counseling for individuals and couples, as well as classes centered around movement, retreats & wellness groups.
counseling
We offer a number of group workshops & classes to help you find healing & restoration. Our workshops all take a christ-centered approach, grounding you in faith & true healing.
Workshops & classes
Graceful Balacne
We can't promise to fix all your problems, but we can promise you that you won't have to face them alone. We will listen deeply, respond thoughtfully & guide gently.