Dr. Daniel V. Strelcheck Sr.

Doctor / Founder

Education

• Doctor of Chiropractic, Bachelor of Science, Palmer College of Chiropractic, 1957

Advanced Education

• SOT (Sacro Occipital Technique)
• CMRT (Organ Reflex Therapy)
• TMJ (Temporomandibular Joint)
• Nutrition

Trained In

• Activator Methods, Diversified, Thompson Drop, Toggle Recoil, Gonstead, Extremities, Applied Kinesiology, Radiology, Laboratory Interpretation, Sports Chiropractic, Physical Therapy

 

Dr. Daniel V. Strelcheck Jr.

Doctor / Owner

Education

• Doctor of Chiropractic, Bachelor of Science, Palmer College of Chiropractic, 1998

Advanced Education

• SOT (Sacro Occipital Technique)
• CMRT (Organ Reflex Therapy)
• Cranial Manipulation
• TMJ (Temporomandibular Joint)
• Upper Cervical Specific Atlas Orthogonal
• Nutrition

Trained In

• Activator Methods, Diversified, Thompson Drop, Toggle Recoil, Gonstead, Extremities, Applied Kinesiology, Radiology, Laboratory Interpretation, Sports Chiropractic, Physical Therapy

Dr. Daniel is known throughout the community first as a doctor and recently for his outreach and education efforts. His published articles and blogs have been featured in the Northwest Herald, McHenry County Magazine and the "Journal of Chiropractic Research and Clinical Investigation." With his father as a chiropractor all his life, Dr.Daniel Jr. credits his remarkable health and energy to chiropractic care .

Dr. Peter Timothy Norton

Doctor

Education

• Doctor of Chiropractic, Bachelor of Science, Palmer College of Chiropractic, 2005

Advanced Education

• SOT (Sacro Occipital Technique)
• CMRT (Organ Reflex Therapy)
• Cranial Manipulation
• Orthotics
• TMJ (Temporomandibular Joint)
• Nutrition

Trained In

• Activator Methods, Diversified, Thompson Drop, Toggle Recoil, Gonstead, Extremities, Applied Kinesiology, Radiology, Laboratory Interpretation, Sports Chiropractic, Physical Therapy, Active Release Technique, Lumbar Flexion / Distraction / Decompression

A native of the Northwest side of Chicago and oldest of 4 children, Dr. Pete was inspired to become a chiropractor through his personal experience with migraine headaches.
Dr. Pete treats patients of all ages and stages of life. His personal goal, "to teach patients at every opportunity and encourage them to become more involved in their own health" is underscored by this message is that small changes can have a big impact.

"Before I was a chiropractor I was a chiropractic patient and realized the power that the body has to heal itself. Now, my life is dedicated to helping people get well and furthermore, helping them to achieve and maintain optimal health."

Favorite quote: "The doctor of the future will give no medicine, but will interest his patients in the care of the human frame, in diet, and in the cause and prevention of disease." Thomas Edison

Maria Johnson

Care Coordinator

As the care coordinator for Strelcheck Chiropractic, Maria is directly involved with all aspects of the financial process for our patients making it easier and less stressful in understanding their insurance benefits and helping them make wise financial decisions for their healthcare.  Her career has allowed her to focus on education, marketing, sales, customer service and management in the medical industry for seven years.  Her creative passions include spending time outdoors, making jewelry, stain glass, painting on canvas, and exploring new countries.  Foremost, Maria enjoys spending time with her two adult children Shana and Derek.

“Being a part of Strelcheck Chiropractic has helped me expand my healthcare knowledge to include a better understanding of what “Chiropractic Wellness” means, says Maria.  Everyone is wonderful.  I am blessed to be a part of this team.”

Ryan Johnson

Massage Therapist & Department Manager

Education

• Graduate, Chicago School of Massage Therapy, 2003
• Licensed Massage Therapist, Illinois
• NCTMB: National Certification Massage
  and Therapeutic Bodywork

Professional Specialties

• Contemporary Western Massage
• Sports Massage
• Reflexology
• Thermal Therapies
• Myofascial Release
• Trigger Point Therapy
• Body Mobilization Techniques
• Pregnancy Massage

About me: I grew up in McHenry County, IL. A career in massage therapy appealed to my natural desire to help people in a meaningful way. Massage facilitates healing and that makes me happy to help our patients feel great again without the need for surgery or drugs.

Personal Motto: Make the best of life. Never look back and think…"what if?"

Sara Crispe

Licensed Massage Therapist, Illinois

Education

• Chicago School of Massage Therapy, 2003
• NCTMB: National Certification Massage
  and Therapeutic Bodywork
• Advanced Education in Hot Stone Massage

Professional Specialties

• Reflexology
• Deep Tissue Massage
• Swedish Massage
• Chair Massage

About me: My long term goal is to retire and live in the Virgin Islands.

Personal motto: Live your life to the fullest. (And get a massage every now and then…even if you're feeling good).

Debbie Link

Licensed Massage Therapist, Illinois

Education

• Soma Institute, 2004
• National Certification of Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCTMB)
• Member. American Massage Therapy Association

Professional Specialties

• Swedish Massage
• Deep Tissue
• Trigger Point Therapy
• Sports Massage
• Prenatal Certification and Labor Post Partum
• Myofascial Release
• Chair Massage

About me: I strive to help as many people as possible by listening, being a good friend and helping people directly through my work as a professional massage therapist. I soak up any books or teachings that are grounded in sociology--it fuels my natural interest in learning about relationships and the human condition. I love taking walks with my dog and spending any time with my family and friends.

Personal motto: My philosophy on life is simple… enjoy it! AND Learn to forgive… it opens many doors.

Victor Rico

Licensed Massage Therapist, Illinois

Education

• Cortiva Institute - Chicago School of Massage, 2009
• NCTMB: National Certification Massage
  and Therapeutic Bodywork

Professional Specialties

• Swedish Massage
• Deep Tissue Massage
• Trigger Point Therapy
• Sports Massage
• Prenatal Certification and Labor Post Partum
• Myofascial Release
• Chair Massage

About me: I feel immense pride and satisfaction as I help patients feel better through treatment. I can be helpful in helping newcomers to chiropractic feel comfortable and relaxed about their treatment; especially those that are apprehensive or whose first language is Spanish. I am bi-lingual and come from a large family. I've been told, "It's hard not to like you", and I hope that's true.

Danielle Schweinsberg

Licensed Massage Therapist, Illinois

Education

• Cortiva Institute – Chicago School of Massage, 2010
• NCTM – National Certification Therapeutic Massage

Professional Specialties

• Swedish Massage
• Deep Tissue Massage
• Trigger Point Therapy
• Myofascial Release
• Chair Massage

About me: I am very glad that I chose massage therapy as my career. It makes me very happy to help someone in a natural, non-medical way. I love to watch people progress and help them enjoy life with less pain.

Kellie Drewelow

Licensed Massage Therapist, Illinois

Education

• The Soma Institute: National School of Clinical Massage Therapy, 20011
• North Central College: BA Exercise Science/Wellness
• NCTMB: National Certification Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork

Professional Specialties

• Swedish Massage
• Deep Tissue Massage
• Sports Massage
• Trigger Point Therapy
• Chair Massage

About me: I can’t describe the satisfaction I get from being a massage therapist, helping people find relief in a world full of stress and disease. I know the possibilities are endless and I hope to facilitate and inspire as many people that I can. “Massage is no longer just a luxury, but a wellness necessity.”

Megan Norton

Licensed Massage Therapist, Illinois

Education

• Cortiva Institute – Chicago School of Message Therapy, 2010
• NCTMB – National Certification Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork
• Prenatal Certification and Labor Post Partum

Professional Specialties

• Deep Tissue Massage
• Trigger Point Therapy
• Sports Massage
• Prenatal Massage
• Myofascial Release
• Chair Massage

About me: I began working at Strelcheck when I was 14 doing basic clerical work. I went from chiropractic assistant to physical therapist assistant, before reaching my final goal of massage therapist. I have been both chiropractic and massage patient for many years and don’t know where I would be without them. In my many years here I have seen amazing patient transformations, as well as my own, from the combination of chiropractic and massage care. I truly believe that massage and chiropractic have an amazing relationship which can work wonders and I am thrilled to be part of the team.

Favorite quote: “The doctor of the future will give no medicine, but will interest his patients in the care of the human frame, in diet, and in the cause and prevention of disease.” Thomas Edison

Christina MacKenzie

Licensed Massage Therapist, Illinois

Education

• Cortiva Insitute (CSMT), 2012
• MBLEx: Massage and Bodyworkers’ Licensing Examination
• Member: American Massage Therapy Association

Professional Specialties

• Swedish Massage
• Deep Tissue
• Trigger Point Therapy
• Sports Massage
• Prenatal Certification and Labor Post Partum
• Myofascial Release
• Chair Massage

About me: I absolutely love having the opportunity to work with people and help improve their quality of life. There's an element of problem solving to massage, and it's immensely satisfying that I can help someone find relief through what I do every day. I approach each session with the mindset that: A body is a body is a body. We all have the same bones and muscles and tissues - the only difference is the person underneath it all. But every body deserves the best therapy to achieve what it is truly capable of.

Laura Selby, RD, LDN

Registered Dietician

Registered dietician and licensed dietary nutritionist, Laura Selby continues to serve Strelcheck Chiropractic patients with the same dedication as when she began back in 1998.

Before that, Laura's expertise in medical dietetics counseling at hospitals across the country helped patients overcome challenges in maintaining and losing weight, disease prevention and disease management through dietary intervention and modification. Laura stresses education and habit change techniques to support a broad spectrum of conditions and personal health goals.

Laura attended the dietetics internship at McNeese State University in Lake Charles, Louisiana and completed the Bachelor of Science in Dietetics at Missouri State University in Springfield, Missouri.

Pamela Strelcheck

Director of Business Development

Pamela's career concentration in customer service, sales and operations management functions, enable her to focus on the continuous improvement of patient, community and professional relationships of the clinic. In her role, she oversees every and all patient interactions, from intake to satisfaction and helps coordinate programs to meet the needs of area businesses and medical professionals.

As a patient of the clinic herself, she is an outspoken champion of alternative healthcare. When she's not working, Pam enjoys dining out, concerts, travel, antiques and bike riding.

Susan Tank

Business Operations Manager

Sue joined Strelcheck in 1996 as an insurance billing specialist. Over the years her role expanded to include accounting and administration functions to meet the business growth of the clinic. Sue currently functions as relationship manager between insurance companies and the clinic to coordinate patient documentation; and, she oversees all business and financial matters. She is married with 2 grown daughters and loves to work in her garden and enjoys taking walks around her neighborhood with her dog, Elijah.

Linda Kennedy

Front Desk Manager

A resident of Crystal Lake for over 40 years, Linda Kennedy works front and center at Strelcheck, managing the front desk and organizing the clinics community outreach efforts. Linda's business acumen comes from her experience as the owner of her own catering business.

For nearly two decades, Linda has extended a sincere and charming welcome to generations of families to Strelcheck. She is known for her excellent recall of every single patient (most by name and condition) that has ever come into the clinic! A chiropractic patient herself, she enjoys sharing the benefits of chiropractic care and supports the patients through the intake process and throughout their treatment program. Off the clock, she enjoys her three grown children, a grandson as well as spending time outdoors, gardening, cooking and eating.

Dawn Martin

Front Desk

I started with Strelcheck in March of 2011 wishing to expand upon my healthcare knowledge base. I have dedicated my entire career to the healthcare needs of others; primarily in the areas of customer service, insurance billing/account management, and business management. Along with hospital and pharmacy experience, I have approximately 20 years of experience within the mental health field.

I have been a life-long resident of McHenry County. Combining my passion for healthcare along with my love of horses, I have volunteered at the Crystal Lake Equine Center for the Disabled in Crystal Lake. In my free time, I enjoy horse-back riding and reading, as well as spending time with family and friends. I have a grown daughter with three granddaughters.

Ellen Conkle

Front Desk

I was very happy to join the front desk team in 2012.  My past experience includes 30 years of working for family medical practices and as a hospital unit secretary.

I have lived in McHenry County for 17 years and currently reside with my husband of 29 years and two grown sons.  In my free time I enjoy gardening, reading, and walking the family dogs.

Diane Shrake

Insurance Specialist

Diane began her career at Strelcheck in the insurance department in 1997. Her role is vital to the accurate billing of all patient insurance. She is exceptionally skilled at correctly processing PPO Health, Auto Insurance Med Pay and Worker's Compensation claims. She is married and has 2 grown sons. When she's not helping patients with their accounts, she enjoys working-out and dancing!

Contact Diane if you have any questions regarding your account, coverage, or billing matters-she is eager to help.