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Your Trusted Chiropractic Care in Bellingham, WA
The Chiropractic Office has dedicated itself to improving lives through natural healthcare solutions since its founding. Our team of experienced professionals combines chiropractic care, naturopathic medicine, and massage therapy to address both chronic conditions and acute injuries. With over 120 years of combined experience, we employ diverse techniques ranging from gentle adjustments to more assertive methods tailored to individual needs. Our mission is to help patients achieve optimal health by removing nervous system interference and promoting the body's innate healing capabilities.We maintain partnerships with major insurance providers to ensure accessible care and specialize in treating musculoskeletal conditions while emphasizing patient education and preventive health strategies. Our Bellingham-based practice continues evolving through ongoing professional development and integration of evidence-based practices.
Services
Chiropractic Adjustments
Naturopathic Medicine
Massage Therapy
Pain Management
Wellness Consultations
Highlights and features
- We offer 120+ years of combined experience in natural healthcare
- Our providers are in-network with most major insurance plans
- We employ diverse techniques from gentle to assertive adjustments
- Our team includes board-certified naturopathic physicians
- We maintain partnerships with local specialists for comprehensive care
Services
Chiropractic Adjustments
Chiropractic adjustments restore nervous system function by correcting spinal misalignments. Our doctors use diversified techniques including Activator, Thompson, and Logan Basic methods to alleviate pain, improve mobility, and enhance overall wellness. Treatment plans address both acute injuries and chronic conditions through personalized care.
Naturopathic Medicine
Naturopathic medicine combines nutritional biochemistry and natural remedies to treat chronic conditions. Our board-certified physicians develop personalized treatment plans using herbal medicine, homeopathy, and dietary protocols to address digestive issues, hormonal imbalances, and post-viral fatigue while supporting the body's self-healing mechanisms.
Massage Therapy
Therapeutic massage addresses musculoskeletal imbalances by releasing tension and improving circulation. Our licensed therapists use deep tissue work and myofascial release techniques to complement chiropractic care, accelerate recovery from injuries, and promote relaxation while enhancing body awareness and movement patterns.
Pain Management
Our integrative pain management approach combines chiropractic adjustments, soft tissue therapy, and naturopathic support. We specialize in treating chronic pain conditions, post-accident injuries, and repetitive strain disorders through non-invasive techniques that reduce inflammation and restore functional mobility without pharmaceutical dependence.
Wellness Consultations
Personalized wellness consultations focus on preventive care and lifestyle optimization. Our providers educate patients about posture, ergonomics, and nutritional support while developing customized maintenance plans that include home exercises, stress management techniques, and periodic spinal check-ups to sustain long-term health improvements.
People
Sean Marcella
Chiropractor
Dr. Sean Marcella has practiced chiropractic since 1999, combining diverse techniques with anatomy expertise. He teaches physiology and consults on imaging techniques while maintaining a patient-centered approach focused on accelerated healing through personalized adjustments.
Jackson Highley
Chiropractor
Dr. Jackson Highley brings over 30 years of experience using Activator and soft tissue techniques. Known for ethical care, he emphasizes patient education and recovery while maintaining active practice since 1990 in Bellingham's community.
Autumn W. Farr
Naturopathic Physician
Dr. Autumn Farr combines board-certified naturopathy with scientific research background. She specializes in chronic condition management through nutritional biochemistry and constitutional homeopathy while maintaining evidence-based, compassionate patient care approaches.
Tani Coxon
Massage Therapist
Licensed Massage Therapist Tani Coxon specializes in pain management through targeted soft tissue work. With 18 years of experience since graduating from Brian Utting School, she integrates therapeutic techniques with holistic wellness principles to support patients' recovery journeys.
Sarah K. Saxvik
Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Sarah Saxvik provides psychological services with 25 years of experience in trauma treatment. A licensed EMDR-certified psychologist, she specializes in complex mental health conditions using evidence-based approaches grounded in existential psychology principles.
Questions
What insurance plans do you accept?
We're in-network with most major insurers including Aetna, Blue Cross, Cigna, and United Healthcare. Contact our office for verification of your specific coverage details.
Do you treat auto accident injuries?
Yes, we handle motor vehicle accident claims and specialize in treating whiplash, soft tissue injuries, and post-accident rehabilitation through integrated chiropractic and massage therapy approaches.
What chiropractic techniques do you use?
Our doctors employ diversified techniques including Activator, Thompson, Logan Basic, and soft tissue release methods tailored to each patient's specific needs and comfort preferences.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Call us at (360) 676-4488 during office hours Monday-Friday. We recommend scheduling in advance for preferred time slots with our naturopathic or massage therapy providers.
What should I bring to my first visit?
New patients should complete our online paperwork and bring government-issued ID, insurance card, and any relevant medical records or imaging reports for comprehensive care planning.
Do you offer wellness programs?
Yes, we provide personalized wellness consultations focusing on posture correction, ergonomic optimization, and preventive care strategies to maintain spinal health between regular adjustment sessions.
Reviews (2)
Brandyn F.
Jan 15, 2020
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Dr.Lisa Nelsen is an awesome chiropractor. I would highly recommend her to everyone. Her easy-going demeanor and highly skilled approach ranks at the top of all my experiences at a chiro office.
Toots B.
Feb 04, 2015
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We love Dr. Highley! He knows his stuff, is personable and enjoys his profession. If I were rich, I would hire him to be my personal chiro-guy.....! He is an amazing healer!
