Cecilia Amaral

Board's Spiritual Guide

Cecilia Amaral has a deep commitment to encourage others to nurture authentic and thriving relationships with themselves, others, and their environments. Her decision to retire after more than 25 years as a Pastoral Psychotherapist and Educator has transitioned into her current practice as Spiritual Director and Certified Professional Life Coach. Cecilia’s integrated approach in companioning others on their journey leads to meaningful, personal, and relational transformation. Being immersed in the atmosphere of Longwood Gardens, enjoying music and art, as well as enjoying the gift of friendships fills her life. Cecilia began her involvement with the mission of the Well by referring clients to use the programs offered for their well-being. This evolved into her service as a board member, Board Chair, and current Circle Chair. She also currently serves as Spiritual Guide to the Board.

 

Greg A. Cochran

Executive Director

Greg has been the Executive Director at Well for the Journey since 2010. He is a graduate of Clemson University and Southern Seminary. Greg was Associate Pastor at Woodbrook Baptist Church serving from 1988-2022. He also is a program/retreat facilitator and a spiritual companion. He completed the Shalem Institute’s Spiritual Guidance Program (SGP) in 2009 and is currently a SGP staff member. He is also a mentor for Paseo’s “The Stewards of Mystery” Spiritual Guidance Program in Cottonwood, Idaho.  Greg and his wife, Carole, live in Baltimore. They have two children (26 and 24). Greg is a hiker, photographer, woodworker, and loves being with family – and is always desiring to be open and listening for the invitation of the Spirit.

 

Michele R. Dapelo

Secretary

Michele experiences the universe as striving to be fuller and better in spite of the ‘growing edges’ apparent in its individuals and collectives. As a participant in Well programs, she has practical knowledge of the depth and potential of Well for the Journey. Her extrinsic experiences of the Well, in addition to her intrinsic commitment to spiritual growth, fuel her willingness to contribute her time to the Well. Michele’s career path has included school teacher, designer of enrichment programs for youth and adults, and agent of change with the criminal and marginalized of society. Michele believes we impact the world one individual at a time by treating each person with respect and dignity because so many life lessons are ‘caught rather than taught.’ Although she has been retired from full-time work for ten years she continues her mission of promoting peace and healing in the universe as a licensed massage therapist and T’ai Chi Chih instructor.

Nancy Getter

Chair

Nancy Getter is a licensed, general social worker and currently works as a therapist with Inspirit Counseling Services. She has worked in community organizing, child abuse prevention through parenting support and education, career counseling, and university administration. Nancy holds a Master of Social Work degree from the University of Maryland School of Social Work and a Bachelor of Arts degree in English from Dartmouth College. She is excited to help further the work of the Well and to serve on its board. Nancy and her husband, Keith, have two teenage daughters. She enjoys reading, bike riding, hiking, traveling, and spending time with her family.

Mabeth Hudson

Ex Officio

Mabeth is passionate about attending to the spiritual dimension of being human in a practical way, as it impacts all of one’s relationships. She encourages people to listen to their inner wisdom, discover meaningful connections, grow through challenges, and better love and be loved in the nitty-gritty of everyday life. For over 20 years, she has been developing and leading programs for spiritual wellbeing, personal growth, and leadership development. Her workshops, classes, retreats, and writing offer accessible tools to integrate into daily living. She also serves as a spiritual director.  

After practicing law for several years, Mabeth entered a discernment process to listen for how she could better serve the greater good and co-founded Well for the Journey in 2002. She continues to lead programs, workshops, and retreats. 

Mabeth holds a J.D. from Emory University School of Law and an M.A. in Spiritual and Pastoral Care from Loyola University Maryland and is an Institute of Noetic Science Conscious Aging Facilitator. She is married and has adult children and one grandchild.  

Pam McGinnes

Treasurer

Pamela’s knowledge and service integrate her business, technology, financial, and spiritual pastoral care acumen. She works as an owner/partner in a closely held firm and has led technology implementation in other organizations. She has facilitated leadership formation programs in the Ignatian Spirituality for several Jesuit non-profit institutions and has been a spiritual director for many participants. She is a current University of Pittsburgh Ph.D. candidate (2026) and holds an MBA (1993) and MA in Pastoral Counseling (2007) from Loyola University of Maryland and a BS in Information Science (1988). She has been certified as a Behavioral Financial Advisor™ (BFA) and FINRA Uniform Advisor Representative. She is also a certified Yoga Teacher, RYT® 200 and RYT® 500. Pam enjoys movements (yoga, running, biking, dancing, golf) to balance the technical work and inspire quiet moments in creative writing. She has been part of various local writing groups since 2015. She is married and has an adult son. Pam is excited to help further the work of the Well. She has been around the Well since its beginning days.

Kathy Shaw

Vice Chair

A member of Ascension Lutheran Church in Towson, Kathy found the Well literally across the street a number of years ago. On her spiritual journey, she has been active at the Well, serving on the Marketing and Communications Circle, assisting with maintaining the website and taking part in many programs and events. She looks forward to following the Spirit on this new adventure with the Board.

Judy Wright

Judy is has been an active participant at the Well for many years.  It was her experience taking programs at the Well that helped in her discernment to return to school and obtain her degree to become a Spiritual Director and Chaplain.  Being part of workshops and the discernment program helped her to learn to sit in quiet and listen for God’s call.  Judy states, “I cannot possibly give back as much as this organization and the amazing people who make it possible have given me, but I am happy to serve as a Member of the Well’s Board of Directors.” Judy is a parishioner and active volunteer at Church of the Redeemer.

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