Mark is a dedicated and compassionate acupuncturist with a diverse background in the healing arts. He began as a yoga and qigong instructor, studied Polarity and CranioSacral therapies along the way, and eventually landed at acupuncture school, the Jung Tao School of Classical Chinese Medicine, from which he graduated in 2022.
With a deep appreciation for the various styles and techniques of acupuncture, Mark works closely with his patients to determine which treatment style works best for their unique needs. In addition to acupuncture, his comprehensive toolkit includes tui na (Chinese medical massage), gua sha, cupping, and the subtle yet powerful palpation techniques of CranioSacral therapy, myofascial release, and qigong tui na. For patients who are anxious about needles, he even offers teishin treatment—a traditional, non-insertive needle therapy that, like acupuncture, harnesses the body’s intrinsic healing potential.
Mark also holds a Bachelor of Music degree (Theory/Composition) from the University of Tennessee. In his free time he enjoys singing, composing, and learning to play new musical instruments, even if horribly so. He is also a dedicated practitioner of qigong, neigong, and taijiquan. He resides in Knoxville with his wife, Elizabeth, a veterinary dermatologist, and their seriously curious tabby cat, Byrdie.
Mark is a dedicated and compassionate acupuncturist with a diverse background in the healing arts...
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Rebekah Knause, L.Ac., LMT, RYT is the owner of Balanced You Clinic. Rebekah was born and raised in West TN and has been in Knoxville since 2001.
She is a licensed Acupuncturist with the state of TN and holds diplomate status with the NCCAOM. Rebekah graduated from the Jung Tao School of Chinese Medicine in Sugar Grove, NC in July of 2018. Rebekah has been a practicing massage therapist for the past 16 years as well as during her years studying at Jung Tao,
She began her massage career working with Apple Health & Wellness for seven years and learned various massage modalities and human anatomy. She discovered the many ways that a body can be injured – either by accidents, bad posture habits, poor ergonomics in the work place, and by stress which can create dysfunction in the body. Throughout her time with Apple Health, she was constantly investigating how these injuries happen and asking the doctors about the various ways of treating people and their injuries.
During her time practicing massage at Balanced You, Rebekah developed various neck, low back and shoulder issues. Her repeated attempts to treat her pain with massage, chiropractic, and exercise therapy did not quite provide the healing she sought. That is when she tried Acupuncture. She was so impressed with the results she received from her treatments that she knew this was what she wanted to study and practice for the rest of her working life!
Rebekah began her education at Pellissippi State and then studied for four years at Jung Tao where she received her licensure. She knew that she needed to train other massage therapists to learn deep tissue therapeutic massage so that she could make her transition out of massage and into the field of Acupuncture.
“I truly enjoy teaching fellow massage therapists how to perform effective massage without hurting their own body and improving the well-being of our clients.” she said.
There are now three highly-trained, certified massage therapists that can provide various styles of massage at Balanced You. Our specialty is Ashiatsu Oriental Bar Therapy, a technique that uses the feet to apply pressure and massage instead of the hands. As well as being an incredibly deep and relaxing massage, Ashiatsu offers healthier ergonomics for the therapists.
Rebekah’s goal, along with her staff of therapists, is to provide a holistic way to teach and facilitate balance within themselves and continue to promote that balance to the community of Knoxville.
In Rebekah’s spare time, she loves to spend time with her husband Ben and daughter Lydia. She loves to be outdoors, hiking, swimming, paddle boarding, and drinking coffee.
Rebekah Knause, L.Ac., LMT, RYT is the owner of Balanced You Clinic. Rebekah was born and raised ...
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Graduated from Tennessee School of Therapeutic Massage in 2015 and Roane State Community College in 2023 from the Occupational Therapy Assistant Program, Stephenie specializes in whole body wellness evaluating the individual, their environment, and their daily living activities to provide an in-depth therapeutic session to improve the body’s homeostasis as well as ease the mind and soul.
Stephenie not only specializes in therapeutic massage, she also provides cupping, gua sha, trigger point therapy and craniosacral techniques to aid in the relief of headaches and migraines. Her mission for each client is to feel heard, understood, and seen during each session and beyond.
In the upcoming months, Stephenie will be providing wellness classes, seminars, and workshops to the community. She believes in promoting flexibility and breathwork while sharing her therapeutic touch, providing couples massage workshops to encourage communication in touch, and movement classes designed for everyone in mind.
“I strive to foster a treatment space that is safe, comfortable, and free of judgement. I will always welcome anyone regardless of race, gender, identity, sexual orientation, size, shape, or disability.”
- Stephenie K.
On a personal note, she is a Knoxville native, and has been married to her beloved Jacob of 10 years. They have two fur babies named Ginger (orange tabby) and Kiki (the void). In her free time, she loves cooking, reading, outdoor activities, and spending time with family and friends.
Graduated from Tennessee School of Therapeutic Massage in 2015 and Roane State Community College ...
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Licensed Acupuncturist (L.Ac.), Diplomate of Oriental Medicine (Dipl. O.M.), Master’s of Science (M.S.)
Monica MacCarroll is a licensed practitioner of acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine in South Carolina, Georgia, and Tennessee. She is nationally certified in Acupuncture and Chinese Herbology.
Originally from Mt. Clemens, MI, Monica first moved south to get her M.S. in entomology from Clemson University. During that time she had her first exposure to Chinese Medicine when it saved her dog, Muttley. After continuing to work in environmental science for another 10 years, she was eventually able to study Classical Chinese Medicine at Daoist Traditions College of Chinese Medical Arts in Asheville, NC, under Jeffrey Yuen, and received her master’s degree in Classical Chinese Medicine in 2016. Her training included acupuncture, herbal medicine, cupping, gua sha, nutritional therapy, Tui Na (Chinese medical massage), Qi Gong, and the therapeutic use of essential oils. She is also a reiki practitioner and with patient permission performs reiki with her acupuncture treatments. Since her graduation in May, 2016, Monica has gained even more experience treating a variety of conditions as a general practitioner supporting patients in overall health and stress relief. She is also trained in cosmetic acupuncture.
Monica loves playing outside in any fashion whenever possible, loves her fur kids, and enjoys being physical whether it be through Crossfit, hiking/backpacking, paddle boarding, biking… even yardwork and house projects.
Licensed Acupuncturist (L.Ac.), Diplomate of Oriental Medicine (Dipl. O.M.), Master’s of Science ...
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Shannon is a nationally board certified acupuncturist and Chinese herbalist. She completed a dual Master’s and Doctorate program from Daoist Traditions College of Chinese Medical Arts in Asheville, NC. She obtained a Masters of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (MAOM) and a Clinical Doctorate of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine (DACM).
Acupuncture is a system of medicine that can address a wide range of conditions. Shannon utilizes acupuncture, cupping therapy, gua sha, tui na massage, herbal medicine, food therapy, and qi gong to create an individualized treatment plan for each patient.
Shannon grew up in Knoxville, TN. Her first exposure to acupuncture was through equine acupuncture. She then began to explore the medicine for personal injuries and health concerns, and the undeniable benefits led her to pursue a graduate degree in Acupuncture and Eastern Medicine.
Shannon says, “This medicine changed my life, and it is an honor to be able to offer it back home to the Knoxville community.”
Shannon is a nationally board certified acupuncturist and Chinese herbalist. She completed a dual...
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Lydia Moneyhun, LMT, graduated from Tennessee School of Therapeutic Massage in February of 2020. She utilized the pandemic shutdown as an opportunity to expand her basic massage knowledge and learn different modalities. Now she specializes in Ashiatsu and Thai massage, which offers a gentle, yet deep and effective way to loosen your muscles and ease your stress. She also uses techniques such as myofascial release, cupping, Gua sha, and guided meditations to further individualize and enhance your healing experience.
At the end of your massage, I want you to feel heard, cared for, refreshed, and balanced.
In her free time she spends time with her boyfriend and two cats, Big Boy and Jupiter, watches movies and anime, and does aerial arts.
Lydia Moneyhun, LMT, graduated from Tennessee School of Therapeutic Massage in February of 2020. ...
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