meet the team
OWNER & Chiropractor
Dr. Christina Wellner D.C.
Dr. Christina Wellner is one of the Top-Rated female chiropractors in the Northern Virginia area. With experience treating over 40,000+ patient visits, she is on a mission to empower individuals to thrive in their lives through wellness and optimal function.
As the owner of Thrive Integrative Health, Dr. Wellner takes pride in serving her community through passion, cutting-edge techniques, and fostering a sense of trust and comfort with her patients.
Dr. Christina Wellner is recognized as a TOP Doctor and Health & Wellness Expert throughout the Northern Virginia region and is featured on the TOP Doctors Interviews & Community Outreach program which is seen on CNN Headline News, FOX News, BRAVO, CNBC, Oprah Winfrey Network and other networks.
How Dr. Wellner Started her Chiropractic Career
Dr. Wellner started her career with training police chiefs and first responders around the country on the topic of Alzheimer’s and dementia. Throughout her research and training, she realized how important health, nutrition, and preventative care is for long term success. So, after years of being a trainer, she left the corporate world to pursue her passion, helping people find optimal health so they can live long, and happy lives!
Dr. Wellner is a graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic, one of the best chiropractic schools in the country. Throughout her time, she has won multiple awards, did trainings with police and fire stations, as well as became an advocate of patient-centered care.
Top Female Northern Virginia Chiropractor
Dr. Wellner now has been practicing in the Northern Virginia area for the past 8 years and has worked with CrossFit athletes, previous NFL football players, Hockey players, pre-post operative patients, and patients who have had sciatica, shoulder pain, knee pain, plantar fasciitis, SI joint disfunction, scoliosis, and disc injury.
Dr. Wellner also has a passion for working with pregnant mothers and their families! She is a member of the International Chiropractic Pediatrics Association and is also certified in the Webster technique, a technique that focuses on pregnant mothers in all stages of the pregnancy process.
She has a close connection to many OBGYNs, mid-wives, doulas, orthopedics, neurosurgeons, physical therapists, and other specialist in the area so she can offer the best well-rounded treatment to each of her patients.
Beyond Chiropractic: Professor, Athlete, Mom
Not only has Dr. Wellner been a dedicated chiropractor, she has been an anatomy lab-professor at George Mason University, top trainer and Clinic Director, Palmer College of Chiropractic alumni leader, mentor to dozens of students, as well as she has spoken at numerous corporate events.
When not practicing, she enjoys working out at her CrossFit gym, spinning, researching nutrition and attending wellness events as well as trying new restaurants in the Northern Virginia area. She is also a dedicate wife to Darren, who runs the IT and construction department of the clinic, and is a mother to two very, very active boys, Lucas and August.
ACUPUNCTURIST
JESSICA CUBAS L.AC.
Jessica has a multidisciplinary background in healthcare and believes optimal health is best achieved through a holistic approach. She studied at Oregon College of Oriental Medicine (OCOM) and New England School of Acupuncture (NESA) to earn her Master's in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine.
She started her career with certification training in Massage Therapy and a Bachelor's of Science in Nursing. She has worked with patients from all walks of life and finds great purpose in helping others to facilitate their healing. Jessica specializes in working with patients with musculoskeletal injuries, orthopedic issues, and mental health stressors. Her philosophy on health rehabilitation includes having self-efficacy in order to reach objective goals. If your heart and mind lead the way, your body will follow.
Jessica is a committed & lifelong student and feels that everyone has the potential to do incredible things. She is dedicated to practicing yoga, strength training, and meditation to help maintain a healthy lifestyle and regulate peace of mind. She also enjoys traveling abroad and learning about different cultures.
ACUPUNCTURIST
Dr. Dion Blackmon DACHM, L.AC.
Dion completed the Masters/Doctor of Acupuncture program with a Chinese Herbal Medicine specialization at the Virginia University of Integrative Medicine. He is trained to practice evidence-based, integrative medicine that combines the best qualities of both Eastern and Western medicine, in order to holistically improve the health of his patients because there is no such thing as a "one-size-fits-all" remedy in medicine.
He graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Biology with a minor in Forensic Science from George Mason University where he conducted Novel Bacteriophage Genomic Research in conjunction with the Howard Hughes Medical Institute.
Dion was inspired to practice by Dr. Tu YouYou, a female chemist trained in Traditional Chinese Medicine who won the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine 2015 for extracting artemisinin, an anti-malarial compound from the herb Qinghao (Sweet Wormwood), which has been used for thousands of years in herbal formulas to treat malaria.
After being exposed to this knowledge, Dion decided to walk an alternative path to heal those who may have been overlooked by conventional medicine like himself who has a genetic condition known as Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase Deficiency (G6PDD) aka Favism, which prevents him from consuming the most common, life-saving medications for his ailments.
Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine has afforded him the ability to live life to the fullest extent and he wants to provide the same relief to others.
Massage Therapist
Lihua Bai L.M.T.
Lihua (Lily), a licensed massage therapist, holds a bachelor's degree in literature from University, China, and received her massage therapy education at the New Oriental Massage School in New Jersey. Her expertise extends to specialized training in facial massages.
Having experienced the impact of Eastern medicine on health maintenance while growing up in China, Lily now appreciates the synergy of combining Eastern and Western approaches to healthy living in the United States. She cherishes the guidance from her mentor in China, who emphasized the importance of "putting your heart on your fingertips when you treat a person".
OFFICE MANAGER
STEPHANY
Stephany brings over six years of medical experience to the team and is fluent in Spanish. With her exceptional organizational abilities, she keeps the clinic running smoothly, creating a welcoming environment for patients and staff.
Her priority is ensuring that all patients receive personalized and compassionate care. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with family and friends and attending music events. Stephany is also a devoted dog mom to her beloved Shiba Inu, Kenji.
OFFICE STAFF
INDRA
Indra holds a degree in Business Administration and Human Resource Management from South Bank University, London, United Kingdom. Her dedication to creating a positive patient experience is evident in her warm and friendly demeanor ensuring every patient feels valued and cared for. Alongside her thriving career, Indra embraces her role as a military wife and loving mom to two children.
Chiropractic Assistant
Coady
Coady is passionate about Thrives patient care. She works first hand with everyone who walks through the door and loves to make people's days. From a young age she has worked several jobs with first hand customer care and is passionate about your comfort and needs. She is the oldest of a large family and loves kids of all ages and personalities.
Since she has just recently made a move from South Dakota on her off time she enjoys seeing new places, meeting new people, taking walks with her dog, and spending quality time with her loved ones and friends.
Thrive Affiliated Practitioners*
*Collaborates closely with our integrative team, but has their own practice.*
Affiliated Practitioner
Kari Dixon, MSPT, COMT
Kari has been practicing for over 20 years in outpatient orthopedics and sports medicine practices. She opened Active Body Physical Therapy (previously Accelerated Physical Therapy) in February of 2007.
Kari received a Master of Science Degree in Kinesiology from James Madison University in Harrisonburg, Virginia and a Master of Science Degree in Physical Therapy from Marymount University in Arlington, Virginia. Kari is a Maitland Certified Orthopedic Manual Therapist (COMT) and is a proud member of the American Physical Therapy Association. She is also certified by the Titleist Performance Institute as a Level 2 Medical Professional.
Affiliated Practitioner
Katrina Crosby
Katrina has worked in the mental health field for 16 years, both one-on-one with clients and in recent years, on the administrative side of the business. Katrina is currently the Clinical Manager at Crescent Counseling Center, a private therapy practice in Springfield VA.
WEBSITE
Here Katrina works to maintain a supportive and organized administrative process for any individuals interested in therapy services.
Crescent Counseling Center was established in April 2021 by four female business partners, whose goal was to create a comfortable and safe environment for staff and clients. Since that time this women-owned and operated business has grown to have 20+ staff with a wide range of experience and specialties. Therapeutic practices at Crescent Counseling Center are grounded in evidence-based treatment modalities.
To start your journey with a therapist at Crescent Counseling Center, please reach out through our website's "Contact Us" tab, or if you prefer you can call us at 571-545-1919. Based on the information you provide, Katrina and/or her assistant Lauren Rosse will match you with a therapist that we feel will best fit your needs. If for any reason once you meet with the therapist, you feel they are not the best fit we are happy to assist you in finding a better match. We accept BCBS, Cigna, and Tricare East Insurances.
OFFICE HOURS
Monday
9:00am - 6:00pm
Tuesday
9:00am - 6:00pm
Wednesday
9:00am - 6:00pm
Thursday
9:00am - 6:00pm
Friday
9:00am - 6:00pm
Saturday
9:00am - 1:00pm
Sunday
Closed
Thrive Integrative Health
8346 Traford Ln Unit B106
Springfield, VA 22152