After completing her bachelor’s degree in Dietetics and Nutrition from The Ohio State University, Dr. Monica went on to become a licensed massage therapist and this is where she learned to power of Chiropractic. There she learned about the central nervous system’s amazing ability to control every aspect of our health and body and how vertebral subluxations can hinder neurological health from a teacher at her massage school who was a Chiropractic Physician. Dr. Monica decided to do more research.
Ater learning about D.D. Palmer’s foundations on Chiropractic principles and philosophies, she enrolled in Palmer College of Chiropractic earning her Summa Cum Laude in a Doctorate of Chiropractic in 2006.
Her last year in school she became more passionate about prenatal chiropractic techniques while carrying her first child. This led to enrolling in the Certified by the Academy Council of Chiropractic Pediatrics (CACCP) program through the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA). Through the ICPA she was certified in the Webster Technique and has completed 200 course hours and passed a final exam of the fundamental clinical skills and knowledge pertaining to the care of children and pregnant mothers. Dr. Monica’s passions and own life’s journey has guided her career and knowledge on prenatal, pediatric and holistic wellness Chiropractic care.
Mother. Wife. Chiropractor. Dr. Jess loves working with families seeking abundant health and supporting and empowering pregnant women through chiropractic. Dr. Jess’ practice has focused predominantly on mothers and children for the last 15 years. She holds the Certification from the Academy Council of Chiropractic Pediatrics (CACCP), placing her clinical expertise in pregnancy and pediatrics above many traditional chiropractors. She also maintains a certification in Webster Technique, a specific chiropractic analysis and adjustment that improves neurobiomechanical function in the pelvis. Patients who see Dr. Jess enjoy the personalized care she provides. She is extremely gentle, safe and effective in her techniques used for the variety of patients she cares for. She addresses all health related aspects of your life including spinal alignment, exercise, proper nutrition and healthy thinking. Always seeking to balance her personal and professional life, she loves taking adventures with her amazing family, including her brilliant children Hudson (15), and Bodhi (12). She spends as much time as possible outdoors and enjoys running, hiking, traveling and taking photographs of her gorgeous family. Prior to joining Whole Heath, Dr. Jess practiced with her husband Dr. Josh and had three thriving chiropractic offices in the Hudson Valley region of New York.
Father. Husband. Chiropractor. Business owner. Outside of the office, Dr. Josh is always looking to get the most out of life and nature around him. He likes to run, bike, swim, hike, and golf. He loves spending time with his family and traveling to National Parks and going on other adventures outside the U.S.
His practice philosophy is to cultivate relationships based on trust and to help practice members function their best by removing barriers to healing and growth over time. He can’t wait to meet the Whole Health Community!
His best accomplishments are completing an Olympic distance triathlon, growing a small practice to 3 locations in New York, then moving to Arizona after the pandemic.
Fun Fact; Dr. Josh’s first trip to Arizona was in 2002 for Spring Training as part of the Colorado Rockies Organization.
Education:
Palmer College of Chiropractic Florida, Doctor of Chiropractic, 2006
Springfield College, Bachelor of Science Exercise Science, 2002
Certifications:
CACCP 2020
Webster’s Technique Certified, 2011
NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, 2002-2008
