Who We Are

Thrive is a team of holistic health care practitioners that have a passion for awakening people to the amazing benefits of chiropractic care and holistic living.

We have a passion for facilitating and motivating our patients to meet their health goals!  We promise to do everything in our power to not only improve your health, but make that process enjoyable, inspiring, empowering and LIFE CHANGING.

We treat individuals of all ages and stages; however, we have a special interest in young family care and have specific training in pregnancy and pediatrics and athletes/sports performance. We make it a priority to help every patient thrive and achieve greater health.

To learn more about chiropractic care and its benefits, check out our FAQ.

Our Team

Our goal is to create a comfortable environment where individuals and families wanting better health can feel empowered and motivated to reach their goals at any stage of life.

Dr.Becca Tijerina

Dr. Becca grew up in northern Michigan. She graduated from Grand Valley State University with a Bachelor of Science and continued on to Northwestern Health Sciences University to earn her Doctorate. Dr. Becca has had the opportunity to treat people of all ages and walks of life but after her pregnancy and the birth of her first child she discovered her true passion lies with helping women and children.

Dr. Becca is Webster Technique certified and continues to grow her knowledge regarding the health of women and children. She uses the following techniques to address subluxations or joint dysfunction and support healing:

  • Full Spine/Diversified

  • Thompson Drop

  • Activator

  • Pediatric: Gentle

  • Webster Technique

  • Flexion Distraction

  • RockTape/Kinesiotape

In addition to adjustments, Dr. Becca also aims to improve overall health of her patients through exercise, dietary recommendations, and living toxin-free.

Outside of the office, Dr. Becca loves spending time with her husband, George, and her kids, Aryanna, Felix, Ellora, and Calista. She enjoys healthy cooking and baking, DIY projects, crafts with the kids, gardening, and exercising.

 

Dr. Ariel Blackburn

Dr. Ariel is originally from Michigan but spent some time running a practice in South Carolina. After the birth of her son in 2022, she knew it was time to get back to her roots and family!

Dr. Ariel spends most of her time helping Thrive behind the scenes but every so often you’ll see her as she fills in for Dr. Becca.

She enjoys spending time with her son and husband. She also loves hiking, plants, coffee, crystals, and all things mental health.

Dr. Ariel is Webster Technique certified and uses the following techniques to address subluxations or joint dysfunction and support healing:

  • Full Spine/Diversified

  • Thompson Drop

  • Activator

  • Pediatric: Gentle

  • Webster Technique

  • Flexion Distraction

  • RockTape/Kinesiotape

 

kurt kochek, Acupuncturist, practitioner of Traditional chinese medicine

Kurt first began his studies in Japanese Acupuncture by attending the Kototama Institute in Santa Fe, NM, under the renowned Japanese Master, Masahilo Nakazono Osensei.  

He continued his studies by receiving his first Diplomat in Acupuncture at the American School of Oriental and Homeopathic Therapy, where he studied the Worsley Five Element Acupuncture.  

​Kurt went on to study at the International Institute of Chinese Medicine, in Santa Fe, NM, where he received his  Master of Oriental Medicine.