Providers – Chiropractic, Naturopathic, Acupuncture, Massage, Physical Therapy
Dr. Brian Wilkins, DC
Dr. Brian Wilkins, DC
Chiropractic Physician & Certified Running Coach
Dr. Brian Wilkins is a board certified chiropractic physician, a certified running coach, and a certified Active Release Technique (A.R.T.) provider. He has advanced training in the evaluation and treatment of running related injuries and experience working with a wide array of athletes. As a marathon runner and cross-fit athlete he knows firsthand how frustrating it can be to be side-lined due to an injury and believes in an active recovery to injury care. He utilizes chiropractic manipulation, Active Release Techniques, Graston, and specifically targeted strength exercises to treat the root cause of an injury and empower patient’s to stay injury free. He employs a multi-faceted holistic approach to healing and treatment that is aimed at long-term sustained success.
Dr. Wilkins is a Chicago native, a deep dish pizza lover and unfortunately, a die-hard Cubs fan. He moved to Portland to attend the University of Western States where he fell in love with the city and his lovely wife, Shannon. When he’s not treating patients you’ll find him running the streets of Sherwood or reading in whatever sunshine he can find.
Dr. Michael Simele, DC, CCSP
Dr. Michael Simele, DC, CCSP
Chiropractic Physician
Born and raised in Oregon, Dr. Michael Simele is a Certified Chiropractic Sport Physician (CCSP®), Functional Release (FR®) provider, and a corrective exercise specialist. He graduated from Oregon State University with a B.S. in Exercise and Sport Science. His love of exercise and health led him to Palmer College of Chiropractic in San Jose, where he received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree. During his time at Palmer, he provided care to people from various walks of life, from the athletes with the Palmer West Sport Council to the underprivileged with the Palmer outreach program.
A lifelong athlete, Dr. Simele understands how an injury preventing you from your favorite activities can be frustrating. To get you back to playing or gardening as quickly as possible, he uses a variety of techniques such as chiropractic manipulation, Functional Release and Range Conditioning, instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization, and corrective exercises. His diversified approach aims to treat the cause of the injury and allow patients to stay active in their recovery.
In his free time, Dr. Simele loves to spend time with his wife, family, and friends. He also enjoys playing basketball, weightlifting, spending time exploring the great outdoors, and trying new foods.
Dr. Karena Stalnaker, DC
Dr. Karena Stalnaker, DC
Chiropractic Physician
Dr. Karena Stalnaker, an Oregon native, is a board certified chiropractic physician raised in Newberg. She attended Oregon State University where she received her BS in Kinesiology in 2016. She has a background in sports medicine and rehabilitation, having worked in a physical therapy clinic before starting her education at University of Western States. From UWS she earned both her doctorate of chiropractic as well as an MS of sports medicine degree in 2021.
Dr. Stalnaker understands that every person is different and therefore requires a treatment plan specific to them. She aims to utilize the best and most appropriate tools to customize the best treatment plan for you to help you achieve your best results.
In her free time Dr. Stalnaker enjoys spending time with friends, family, and her dogs outdoors- camping, hiking, enjoying the sun whenever it’s out!
Dr. Mollie Walker N.D.
Dr. Mollie Walker, N.D.
Naturopathic Doctor
Dr. Mollie Walker is a board certified Naturopathic Doctor who is originally from Charlottesville, Virginia. She came to the Pacific Northwest to complete naturopathic medical school at NUNM in Portland, graduating in 2016. Her holistic approach to patient-centered care helps patients address the root cause of their ailments to live their fullest and healthiest lives.
Dr. Mollie’s specialties include hormone imbalances, autoimmune disease, gastrointestinal issues, chronic fatigue, sleep disorders, skin conditions, chronic pain as well as anxiety and depression. She utilizes comprehensive functional lab testing as well as Applied Kinesiology and Nutrition Response Testing to help determine underlying issues that contribute to illness. She individualizes treatment plans using diet and lifestyle modifications, dietary supplements, homeopathy, herbal medicine and medications when necessary.
When not in the clinic, Dr. Mollie can be found spending time in nature hiking and camping, exercising, cooking nourishing meals, listening to music and spending time with her boyfriend and dog.
Michelle Stobbe, L.Ac.
Michelle Stobbe, L.Ac.
Licensed Acupuncturist
Michelle Stobbe, LAc, is a board certified Acupuncturist through the Oregon Medical Board, as well as nationally certified through NCCAOM.
Michelle has been in practice since 2010 and has continued to advance her studies though continuing education classes as well as through a mentorship. She practices Traditional Chinese Medicine, as well as Taiwanese (distal) acupuncture. This helps guarantee and exceptional treatment for all.
To compliment an Acupuncture treatment, Michelle regularly uses techniques such as: Gua Sha, Auricular Acupuncture, Cupping, Electrical Stimulation, Tuina Massage, and Pediatric Tuina.
Michelle enjoys working not only on pain issues (including sport related issues and Motor Vehicle Injuries), but also treats disorders including: stress, anxiety, depression, insomnia, allergies, stroke recovery, autoimmune disorders, fertility, and much more.
When Michelle is not at work, she enjoys spending time with her three sons. She also enjoys distance running and being outside as much as possible.
Michelle looks forward to answering any questions that you may have about acupuncture, and looks forward to treating you soon.
Rosa Aquirre, LMT
Rosa Aguirre, LMT
Licensed Massage Therapist #27022
Rosa was inspired by her mother to pursue a career in massage and physical therapy. She saw, as a young girl, the positive impact her mother had on her client’s health and well being and Rosa knew that she wanted to have the same positive impact on the world. Rosa studied to become a massage therapist at Carrington College in Portland and she added a chiropractic assistant license shortly after graduation. Rosa offers a variety of massage modalities including: Swedish Massage, Deep Tissue, Cupping and Trigger Point Therapy.
When Rosa is away from the clinic you can find her spending time with her 2 boys. She loves music, working out, and having a good time with those around her. Rosa is a people person and she loves to challenge herself in everything that she does.
Jessica Rieniets, LMT
Jessica Rieniets, LMT
Licensed Massage Therapist #17570
The first professional massage she received was in her mid-twenties. It was HEAVENLY. From that moment on, Jessica knew she wanted to give others that healing and enjoyable experience. She has now been a Licensed Massage Therapist in Oregon for 14 years, and she is loving it.
Jessica grew up in Oregon, in the Portland area. She, her husband Xavier, their son Kai and daughter Aoife, love outdoor adventure, music, sports and having fun and laughs with family and friends. They enjoy learning new ways to improve their health and strive to establish better habits every day.
In her time as a massage therapist she has worked in a variety of settings including a day spa, a colon hydrotherapy spa on the waterfront in Portland and holistic health chiropractic clinics. She specializes in treating injuries resulting from Automobile Accidents and Sports Therapy Massage, and offers therapeutic Deep Tissue and Swedish massage, Trigger Point Therapy, Myofascial Release, Pregnancy Massage, Cupping Therapy and Hot Stones Therapy.
Massage comes naturally to Jessica and she has a great quality of touch. She uses experience and intuition to deliver massage catered to each person’s requests and individual needs, focusing on things such as: injury recovery, postural imbalances, relieving stress and painful muscle tension. She loves what she does and loves working with this team. Jessica looks forward to serving you and hopes you choose her to be your Sherwood Massage Therapist!
Dena Montiel, LMT
Dena Montiel, LMT
Massage Therapist #023273
Dena has been a Licensed Massage Therapist in Oregon for over 10 years. Her main focus in treating patients is finding the source of where tension is coming from and will strategically work it out with a deep therapeutic relaxing massage. A balanced flow with just the right pressure is what she believes keeps clients feeling great and noticing a difference in their overall wellness.
Regina Chante, LMT
Regina Chante, LMT
Licensed Massage Therapist #10991
Regina offers 19 years of massage experience with a unique combination of healing modalities, including sound-healing via Acutonics® tuning forks, CranioSacral Therapy, trigger point therapy, massage cupping, gua sha, myofascial release, and Usui Reiki. Each massage session is designed to improve range of motion, increase blood and energy circulation, reduce overall stress, and support the body’s innate healing ability.
When not providing people massage she enjoys applying her healing skills to small animals and horses, being with her family, playing music, thriving in Nature, and good comedy.
Shelly Henderson, LMT
Shelly Henderson, LMT
Licensed Massage Therapist #7334
Shelly Henderson joins us from Washington State where she graduated from the Port Townsend School of massage in 2013. She specializes in delivering a slow and methodical deep tissue massage that leaves you feeling both relaxed and rejuvenated. Valuing the importance of the mind body connection, she loves to share her knowledge with curious clients and encourages a heightened awareness and communication with the body. Shelly is proficient in Swedish, deep tissue, sports and prenatal massage. When she isn’t massaging she can be found painting, reading or exploring the Pacific Northwest.
Justin Harle, PT, MPT
Justin Harle, PT, MPT
Licensed Physical Therapist
Justin Harle primarily grew up in New Mexico and moved to Oregon in high school. He is a licensed physical therapist and is a Functional Range Conditioning Mobility Specialist. He graduated from Pepperdine University with a B.S. in Sports Medicine, and after being inspired by working with a patient with quadriplegia, he went on to earn his Master of Physical Therapy from East Tennessee State University.
Justin’s goal is to help patients get back to the activities they enjoy the most and to prevent further injury with strengthen and flexibility training. He develops individualized treatment plans to help patients reach their goals using a variety of manual therapy and therapeutic exercise techniques.
Outside the clinic, he enjoys camping and road trips with his wife and four children. He can also be found working outside around his farm and running with his dog.
Staff
Tresha Vogt, Receptionist
Tresha Vogt, Receptionist
Tresha joined the staff of Elite Spine and Sports in 2019. She and her husband Rick live in Tigard, Oregon. They have six children and thirteen grandchildren! She enjoys gardening, sewing and other needle arts and teaching her grandchildren how to play piano.
Aliese Schaefer, Office Manager
Aliese Schaefer, Receptionist
Aliese joined the ESS team as a receptionist in 2020 shortly after graduating from Sherwood High School. In her free time, Aliese enjoys spending time with friends, family and her dog. She also loves sitting down with a good book!
