Dr. Ronda N. Lykens

Chiropractor

Dr. Nicki Lykens graduated in 1999 from Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa. She then worked at a chiropractic office in DuBois, Pennsylvania for 2 years before making Winchester her home in 2001.

Her passion is to teach people how to overcome health obstacles by doing two simple things: by removing the stressors or toxins that weaken the body and by supplying the body with what it is lacking for vitality. Through chiropractic Dr. Nicki assists the body’s natural healing ability by restoring proper spinal nerve communication between the brain and body. This approach to health expression vs. sickness treatment is what drew her to become a chiropractor. She is committed to promoting family wellness through consistent chiropractic care and better lifestyle habits.

Education

  • Palmer College of Chiropractic
  • Indiana University of Pennsylvania

Associations & Memberships

  • Virginia Chiropractic Association
  • International Chiropractors Association
  • League of Chiropractic Women
  • International Chiropractic Pediatric Association
  • Chiropractic Fellowship of Pennsylvania

Certifications

  • Webster Technique

Dr. Christine Schmitz

Chiropractor

Dr. Christine Schmitz after working 6 ½ years as a computer engineer, Dr. Christine Schmitz discovered she wanted to help people along their healing journey.

In 1990, she made the choice to attend chiropractic school and has practiced in Illinois, Colorado, and Massachusetts before coming to Winchester, VA.

Dr. Christine is passionate about helping people realize their infinite potential through chiropractic care by releasing interference in the body and loves working with pregnant patients and children. She integrates low force protocols with traditional chiropractic techniques to allow the body to heal.

Education

  • Logan University
  • University of Tennessee

Certifications

  • Webster Technique
  • BGI

K. Rose Carey

Chiropractic Assistant

Rose graduated from Shenandoah University with a degree in exercise science and joined our team in 2018. She is an ace at our front desk, runs the show behind the scenes, and is now certified to take chiropractic X-Rays in order to help the clinical side of the practice. She’s also completed courses and is recognized as a Certified Spinal Hygienist!

Full of life and a love for learning, Rose strives to put her best foot forward to give you the best experience possible on your wellness journey. Her positivity lights up the room and you can always count on her to put a smile on your face.

Melinda Newton

Chiropractic Assistant

Melinda joined our team after running an infrared fitness studio and completing her personal training certification. She is always looking for ways to promote health and wellness in all aspects of her life.

When she’s not on the clock, expect to find her hanging out with her two pitties and crazy cat. She has entered her “plant era” and is always on the hunt for a new house plant and is hoping to have a small farm in the future!

Amy Hope-Gentry

Holistic Practitioner

Amy is a holistic wellness practitioner offering Reiki, AromaTouch, and Ayurvedic consultations to support patients in achieving optimal health. She specializes in energy balancing, stress relief, and personalized Ayurvedic lifestyle guidance to enhance the body’s natural healing processes.

Amy’s work aligns seamlessly with chiropractic care, as both focus on restoring balance and optimizing the body’s innate ability to heal. While chiropractic adjustments enhance nerve function and structural alignment, Reiki and AromaTouch work on the subtle energy systems, helping to release tension, improve circulation, and promote relaxation. Ayurveda complements this by addressing diet, lifestyle, and daily habits that may contribute to imbalance, providing a holistic approach to long-term well-being.

John Amorelli

Certified Massage Therapist, CST

John is a graduate of The Academy of Massage Therapy and Nationally Certified in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork. His many years of experience made him a perfect fit to join our team in 2012. His approach utilizes a wide variety of massage and holistic bodywork techniques. John is committed to educating his clients in any way that might be helpful in their movement towards greater health and vitality. We call him our ‘John of All Trades’ with a heart bigger than his smile.

Sophie Swan

Shiatsu Practitioner and Licensed Massage Therapist

Sophie is a certified Shiatsu Practitioner and received her education at the School of Zen Shiatsu in Chicago where she studied a unique blend of Eastern and Western modalities. She believes that we all have the innate wisdom and capacity to find health and happiness in this life. And humbly acknowledges that each person’s path is complex, nuanced, and constantly evolving. She’s dedicated to meet each person where they are, with compassion and nonjudgment and help them reconnect to their own wellspring of health.

As a person she is open-hearted, curious, and love a spontaneous adventure as much as she loves curling up on the couch with coffee and a novel. In addition to being a Shiatsu Therapist, she’s an artist, a sister, a traveler, and a seeker of the sacred within the mundane.

Leila

Licensed Massage Therapist

I’m a licensed massage therapist with over seven years of experience helping people release tension and restore balance in their bodies. My goal is to create a welcoming space where clients feel comfortable letting go of stress and finding ease in their everyday lives. As a mother of two, I understand the importance of both care and connection, and I bring that same compassion and professionalism into my practice.

Cara

Certified Massage Therapist

Cara has been a massage therapist for nearly 10 years, helping clients reduce pain, improve mobility, and support their overall wellness. She holds an AAS in Massage Therapy with over 1,100 hours of training in a variety of modalities, allowing her to tailor each session to individual needs. Her work often blends techniques such as myofascial, deep tissue, orthopedic, sports, and Swedish massage, along with specialized services including lymphatic drainage, trigger point therapy, and prenatal and geriatric massage.

With a BA in Psychology from GMU, Cara brings a holistic understanding of the connection between physical and emotional well-being, creating a supportive environment for clients, including those managing chronic pain, stress, or trauma.

Outside of her work, Cara enjoys reading, staying active through movement and dance, and spending time with her dog.