Bios

Dr. Deanna Minkler, D.C., CHt
A licensed Chiropratic for more than 10 years, Dr. Deanna Minkler specializes in sports rehabilitation and pediatric chiropractic. To assist athletes recover from injuries at a quicker pace, Minkler has become certified in Kinesiotaping, the treatment of muscular disorders and lymphedema reduction, and the Graston Technique, which treats acute and chronic soft tissue injuries.

Dr. Minkler recently expanded her practice to include prenatal care. She is a certified HypnoBirthing Instructor and Labor Companion in addition to being a HypnoFertility Therapist and a doula. She also excels in hypnotherapy and acupuncture.

A Chicago resident for 12 years, Minkler has a Doctorate of Chiropractic and a Bachelor of Science in Human Biology from National College of Chiropractic in Lombard, IL, as well as a Bachelor of Science in Biology and Psychology from Bradley University in Peoria, IL.

“Becoming a successful chiropractor has been my ambition since I was nine years old,” states Dr. Minkler. “Being a part of a person’s transition from discomfort and impaired movement to pain free mobility is my greatest reward. My profession is challenging and stimulating and it inspires me every day!”

Dr. Deanna also volunteers on the After-hours Committee for Edgebrook Chamber and the Networking Committee for Lincolnwood Chamber.

Rachel M. Shaffer, LMT
Rachel Shaffer is a licensed and certified massage therapist who has been in practice for more than 8 years. Specializing in assisting professional athletes, Shaffer has become an expert in deep tissue and sports massage. She also excels at prenatal and geriatric therapy.

Shaffer is an Illinois native. Having grown up in Elmhurst, she currently resides in Woodridge with her husband. Shaffer has an innate desire to help people live a pain-free and healthy life. This compassion led her to become a massage therapist, a career that truly makes her happy in life.

Rachel is also a member of the Lincolnwood Chamber's Women In Motion Committee.

Carol Schick, LMT
Carol is a member of the American Massage Therapy Association and nationally certified in therapeutic massage and bodywork. She is an Illinois Licensed Massage Therapist offering Swedish and deep tissue massage, hot stone and trigger point therapies, and pregnancy massage.

Born and raised in Chicago, Carol Schick has lived in Chicago’s western suburbs for many years. After completing undergraduate studies at Ottawa University in Ottawa, Kansas, and DePaul University in Chicago, Illinois, where she earned a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Carol worked for more than 30 years in the financial services industry. After an early retirement from banking, she earned her certification in Massage Therapy from National University of Health Sciences in Lombard, Illinois.

Chelsea Sullivan, LMT
Chelsea is a 2007 graduate of the SOMA Institute for Massage Therapy. She performs Swedish massage, hydrotherapy, sports massage and chair massage. Originally from California, Chelsea resides in Oak Park, IL. Her main desire is to help alleviate discomfort and relax people.

Dr. Deanna Minkler

Rachel M. Shaffer

Carol Schick

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