What’s your background?
I started my undergraduate degree at the University of Alabama and finished at Indiana university of Pennsylvania with a bachelors of natural sciences degree. After undergrad, I attended Logan University for graduate school where I received a doctorate of chiropractic degree. During grad school, I became certified in neuro-musculoskeletal dry needling and in the Webster technique, a pregnancy specific chiropractic technique.
What areas of chiropractic do you specialize in?
I specialize in prenatal and postpartum care, pediatrics, and women’s health. I’m especially passionate about working with this population because they are so underserved in the healthcare system. There’s limited guidance and support for many women during pregnancy and after birth, and too often new moms are sent home without a clear plan for recovery for themselves or for their new baby. My goal is to help moms stay active, build strength, and move confidently during pregnancy and to help them in regaining strength and function after birth. And support their little ones as they grow.
What brought you to Wonsettler Physical Therapy?
After graduating from chiropractic school, my first position wasn’t quite the right fit. Treatment times were short, there wasn’t space for rehab or exercise, and there wasn’t a strong emphasis on helping patients build healthier lifestyles. I knew I wanted to practice in a setting that emphasized active treatment. When I moved back to the area, I started exploring options outside of a traditional chiropractic office. My mom was actually a patient at WPT and after hearing me talk about what I was looking for, she suggested I come in with her for a visit. I was immediately impressed by the space and the energy of the team. I reached out to Cliff to see if he’d be open to bringing a chiropractor on board. What started as a quick coffee meeting turned into a new opportunity.
What is your philosophy toward chiropractic and rehabilitation?
I describe my approach to chiropractic as movement-based. I don’t believe that an adjustment alone is a cure-all or has any magical powers. Adjustments are a great tool to get joints moving better and provide quick relief but they aren’t a long-term solution on their own. For lasting results, chiropractic needs to be paired with movement, strength, and lifestyle changes. My care blends, soft tissue work like cupping or dry needling with corrective exercises and adjustments. My goal is not just to help people feel better quick, but to help them build resilience and prevent issues from coming back.
What do you enjoy doing outside of work to maintain your own physical and mental well-being?
Outside of work, I love anything active, especially when it’s outdoors. I enjoy running, weightlifting, hiking and rock climbing. Movement has been a huge part of my life for the past several years and is one of the main ways I take care of both my physical and mental health. Aside from that, I also enjoy crafting, traveling and visiting local coffee shops.
What advice would you give to someone considering chiropractic as a solution to their health concerns?
If you’ve tried chiropractic before and it didn’t help, I’d encourage you not to give up on it entirely. Chiropractic care isn’t a one-size-fits-all and every doctor practices very differently.
