“To find health should be the object of the doctor. Anyone can find disease.”
– Andrew Taylor Still, MD, DO; founder of Osteopathic Medicine
Our Philosophy
Our practice is guided by our belief in the effectiveness of functional medicine. Functional medicine focuses on optimal functioning of the body and its organs, usually involving holistic or alternative methods of healing. We see each person as an individual, not as a symptom or disorder, and we believe that it is within your power to live in vibrant wellness. We take time to listen. We believe that education is the path to change and that together we can create a community of healthy people living joyful, purposeful lives.
Our Services
Our services include chiropractic medicine, clinical nutrition, massage therapy and health coaching. We also offer a number of specialized diagnostic services, as well as group body renewal/detox programs in the spring.
At Cashiers Chiropractic our focus is and always will be on the patient. We are dedicated to finding the root causes of problems, not simply treating the ailments. Our commitment to a holistic approach and individualized care offers an alternative in the modern world of reactionary medicine. Our highly qualified staff of healers want to provide you with the knowledge, tools and understanding of your own body so that you might live the healthiest, fullest life possible.
Dr. Jennifer Simons, Chiropractic
Dr. Jennifer Simons grew up in Missoula, Montana. She attended The University of Montana graduating with a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work with a minor in Psychology. After completing an internship in St. Patrick’s Hospital Oncology Center, Dr. Simons began working in a senior living community.
Advocating for patients and connecting them with resources was very rewarding, but she wanted to work more directly with them to create a larger impact. After being treated by two different chiropractors, Dr. Simons was asked by each if she had ever considered becoming a chiropractor. They told her she was more curious and excited about chiropractic than any patient they had ever treated!
Dr. Simons obtained her chiropractic degree at National University of Health Sciences in Lombard, Illinois. After graduating she moved to practice in Oregon. Dr. Simons worked in a Functional Medicine Clinic and an Activator Clinic. Dr. Simons holds an Advanced Proficiency Rating in the Activator Methods Chiropractic Technique and utilizes Diversified Technique and Drop Table adjusting.
Through educating patients and recommending practical steps to improve their health, Dr. Simons helps patients achieve their health and wellness goals. Improved health and quality of life is achieved by utilizing chiropractic adjustments, rehabilitation exercises, mindfulness, nutrition and by promoting physical activity.
Dr. Monica O’Sullivan, Naturopathy
Dr. Monica O’Sullivan ND has a combined experience of 45 years of working in the healing arts. Her strength lies in her ability to identify the patient’s root cause of imbalance and individual requirements for optimal health to then handcraft a unique program for patient wellness. This comes from years of diverse education and training as a well-rounded Naturopath and access to endless resources and professionals.
Educated initially as a Massage Therapist in Santa Ana, California, attaining a degree in 1975 in Massage Therapy and Hydrotherapy. Upon moving to Albuquerque, New Mexico she attended Shearer School of Physiotherapy in Santa Fe, New Mexico furthering her education in Herbology and Colonic Therapy.
Monica opened AAA Health Center in Albuquerque in 1982, which focused on many different massage therapy techniques, colonic therapy, and herbal therapies. Later moving to Atlanta, Georgia she continued her education in Homeopathy and Herbology. She completed an internship with Dr. Seneca Anderson ND at Longevity Health Center and was also trained in Electro-Dermal Screening from 1988 – 1996. Furthering her knowledge of Herbology and Aromatherapy, she obtained a degree and advanced education at Living with Herbs Institute in Atlanta.
Monica has been a practicing healing arts since and every year Monica completes 20-40 hours of continuing education to further her understanding of cut
Allison Linsacum, Massage Therapy
Allison is a licensed massage therapist and has been practicing since October of 2014. She is trained in deep tissue, Swedish, prenatal, and reflexology. She also has some training in neuromuscular therapy.
Allison likes to integrate her massages with a combination of modalities that help customize each session to a client’s individual needs.
She is local to western NC and has lived here her entire life.