Business Details
Your Trusted Chiropractic Care Provider in Whitby, ON
At First Step Family Chiropractic, we are dedicated to helping individuals and families achieve optimal health through natural, holistic care. With over 45 years of combined experience, our team of certified professionals specializes in chiropractic adjustments, massage therapy, and naturopathic medicine, tailored to meet the unique needs of patients from newborns to seniors. Our practice is built on a foundation of personalized care, utilizing advanced techniques such as the Webster Technique, Activator Methods, and craniosacral therapy to address the root causes of discomfort rather than merely masking symptoms.We prioritize patient education and empowerment, ensuring each individual understands their treatment plan and how it contributes to long-term wellness. Our welcoming, all-female office environment is designed to foster comfort and trust, featuring accessible Hi-Lo adjusting tables and a dedicated kids' area. By integrating acute, corrective, and wellness care, we aim to not only alleviate pain but also enhance overall quality of life, helping patients maintain balance and resilience in their daily activities.
Services
Chiropractic Care
Pregnancy Chiropractic
Pediatric Chiropractic
Massage Therapy
Naturopathy
Craniosacral Therapy
Orthotics
Acupuncture
Nutritional Counseling
Spinal Adjustments
Highlights and features
- We offer 45+ years of combined experience in chiropractic and holistic care.
- Our all-female team specializes in family-friendly, accessible treatment environments.
- We utilize advanced techniques like the Webster Technique and Activator Methods.
- Our certified experts hold postgraduate training in pediatrics and prenatal care.
- We provide personalized care plans integrating acute, corrective, and wellness approaches.
What people say
Amazing experience
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Thorough and patient
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Lovely staff
Services
Chiropractic Care
Our chiropractic care focuses on restoring nervous system function through precise adjustments. By addressing spinal misalignments, we help alleviate pain, improve mobility, and enhance overall wellness. Patients benefit from customized treatment plans tailored to their specific health goals, whether recovering from injury, managing chronic conditions, or maintaining peak performance. Our approach emphasizes long-term health improvements rather than temporary symptom relief.
Pregnancy Chiropractic
Specialized chiropractic care for expectant mothers addresses the unique physical demands of pregnancy. Using the Webster Technique and gentle adjustments, we help reduce discomfort, improve pelvic alignment, and support optimal fetal positioning. This service promotes easier labor and delivery while ensuring maternal comfort throughout all trimesters through safe, non-invasive treatments.
Pediatric Chiropractic
Gentle chiropractic care for infants and children addresses developmental concerns and childhood stressors. Our techniques help manage colic, improve sleep patterns, and support proper musculoskeletal development. Early intervention helps establish healthy nervous system function, promoting better growth and resilience in young patients through age-appropriate, non-invasive adjustments.
Massage Therapy
Our registered massage therapists use various techniques to relieve muscle tension, improve circulation, and reduce stress. Treatments address specific conditions like headaches and sports injuries while promoting overall relaxation and wellness. Sessions are customized to individual needs, incorporating deep tissue work, trigger point therapy, and craniosacral techniques for comprehensive benefits.
Naturopathy
Naturopathic medicine focuses on holistic healing using natural remedies and lifestyle modifications. Our naturopathic doctor addresses hormonal imbalances, autoimmune conditions, and digestive issues through personalized treatment plans. Services include nutritional counseling, botanical medicine, and advanced testing to identify and treat underlying health concerns for long-term wellness.
People
Dr. Tricia Kennedy
Chiropractor
Dr. Tricia Kennedy graduated from Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in 2002 with postgraduate certifications in pediatrics and prenatal care. She specializes in multiple adjustment techniques and focuses on family-centered care for patients of all ages.
Shannon Leitch Guest
Registered Massage Therapist
Shannon Leitch Guest has been practicing massage therapy since 2003, specializing in pregnancy and infant massage. Certified in craniosacral therapy, she provides therapeutic treatments for patients of all ages using various rehabilitation and relaxation techniques.
Dr. Jayne-Ann Chatten
Naturopathic Doctor
Dr. Jayne-Ann Chatten received her naturopathic doctorate from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine. She focuses on hormonal wellness and autoimmune conditions, utilizing bio-identical hormone therapy, nutritional counseling, and functional medicine testing to create personalized treatment plans.
Questions
What services does First Step Family Chiropractic offer?
We provide chiropractic care, massage therapy, naturopathy, craniosacral therapy, orthotics, and specialized pediatric and prenatal care for patients of all ages.
How does chiropractic care benefit overall health?
Chiropractic adjustments restore proper nervous system function, improving communication between your brain and body to enhance natural healing and overall wellness.
Is chiropractic care safe for children?
Yes, we use gentle, age-appropriate techniques specifically designed for infants and children to ensure safe, effective treatment for various childhood conditions.
What makes your massage therapy unique?
Our registered massage therapists combine multiple techniques with personalized care, addressing specific health concerns while promoting overall relaxation and wellness.
Do you offer prenatal chiropractic care?
Yes, we specialize in prenatal chiropractic using the Webster Technique to improve pelvic alignment, reduce discomfort, and support optimal fetal positioning.
How can naturopathy help my health concerns?
Our naturopathic doctor addresses root causes of health issues through personalized treatment plans incorporating nutritional counseling, botanical medicine, and advanced functional testing.
