5105-A Backlick Road, Annandale, VA 22003 Phone: 703-642-8685 Email: staff@posichiro.com
Our Providers
Chiropractic |
Massage Therapy |
Nutrition |
| Dr. Kathy Coutinho |
Kyori Otsubo |
Rebecca Mohning |
| Dr. Anna Moseley |
Fen Tsai |
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| Erin O'Halloran |
Naturopathic Medicine |
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| Sherry Moeser | Dr. Rhodo Nguyen | |
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Endurance Coaching |
Medical Exercise |
Administrative Staff |
| Taneen Carvell | Jill Foster |
Heather, Nicole, and Will |
| Patrick Maher | ||
Dr. Kathy Coutinho, D.C., C.C.S.P., A.K., A.R.T.
Dr. Kathy Coutinho is a board-certified Doctor of Chiropractic Medicine who opened Positively Chiropractic and Dynamic Kinesiology in March of 2000. Dr. Kathy graduated from Western States Chiropractic College in Portland, Oregon in March of 1997 and worked as a chiropractor’s associate for 3 years before opening her own practice. She is an active member of the Virginia Chiropractic Association and Business Networking International (B.N.I.). She is also currently the President of her local BNI chapter. In 2009, Dr. Kathy was name Business Owner of the Year by the Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce. Dr. Kathy sponsors EX2 Adventure Racing--a company that puts on year round off-road cycling and running races--as well as Mid-Atlantic Off-Road Enthusiasts (M.O.R.E.), a unified group of cyclists who share information on group rides, races, and much more!
Dr. Kathy is certified as an Applied Kinesiologist (A.K.), as a Chiropractic Sports Physician (C.C.S.P.), and as an Active Release Technique (A.R.T.) provider. These skills have given her the ability to offer her patients care that links skeletal health to the muscular, nervous, and organic systems. Dr. Kathy views one’s health as not merely a structure that needs to be fixed, but a dynamic, complex system combining the physical, emotional, spiritual, and chemical health of the individual that needs to be fully assessed before appropriate treatment can be rendered.
Dr. Kathy’s specialty is sports medicine, as she herself is an avid competitor of mountain biking and off-road triathlon through XTERRA. She is an XTERRA ambassador with Team Unlimited, a 2011 XTERRA National Champion and an XTERRA Ameteur World Champion. Her mantra is ALWAYS MOVING YOU FORWARD. Her biggest pet peeve is when patients are told by other doctors that they have to QUIT their sport without being given the opportunity to properly treat and overcome their injuries. Dr. Kathy provides that opportunity!
She feels that combining sports chiropractic and Active Release Technique is the most effective and proactive means of treating soft tissue injuries that stop people from training in their given sport. This is true for young athletes as well as our active geriatric population.
Dr. Anna Moseley, D.C.
Dr. Anna Moseley is a Doctor of Chiropractic Medicine certified to practice in the Commonwealth of Virginia, Commonwealth of California, and State of Arizona. As a graduate of Life Chiropractic University, Dr. Anna has been an active practitioner in the field since 1997. Dr. Anna has also attended Emory University, and continues to regularly attend continuing education courses and seminars in the field of Sports Chiropractic Medicine as this field of medicine, in particular, is currently in a stage of rapid development and refinement. Dr. Anna has been an independent contractor at Positively Chiropractic since July 2000.
Dr. Anna's entrance into this field of medicine was largely a result of her exposure to Chiropractic medicine after a particularly severe car accident where what is generally termed "conventional medicine" seemed unable to adequately address many of the rehabilitative needs stemming from the injury.
Successful chiropractic intervention relieved pain and discomfort from this life-altering event, and this began her commitment to Chiropractic medicine.
Because Dr. Anna's immediate family includes conventional medical doctors, she has a rather unique perspective to recognize the benefits of other fields of medicine and does not subscribe to the belief that Chiropractic medicine can cure every ailment under every circumstance.
Dr. Rose Moeser, D.C., A.R.T
Dr. Rose Moeser is a Doctor of Chiropractic Medicine certified to practice in the Commonwealth of Virginia. She graduated from New York Chiropractic College where she was consecutively named to the Dean's List. While at chiropractic college she was an active member of the Sports Science Health Promotion and Motion Palpation Clubs. Dr. Moeser received her Bachelor of Science, with a concentration in Exercise Science, from George Mason University. While at George Mason she was consecutively named to the Dean's List as well as being awarded the John R. Lynn Outstanding Student Athlete Award and being recognized as a CAA Scholar Athlete. Dr. Moeser was also a member of the cross country and indoor/outdoor track and field teams at George Mason.
Dr. Moeser is certified in Active Release Techniques for spine, upper and lower extremities and is also certified in Kinesio Taping Technique (K1, K2 and K3). Dr. Rose has been an independent contractor at Positively Chiropractic since April 2010.
Dr. John Dandelski, M.S., M.A., D.C., C.C.E.P., A.R.T
Dr. John Dandelski is a Doctor of Chiropractic Medicine certified to practice in the Commonwealth of Virginia as well as in Washington, DC. He graduated from Life University, magna cum laude, and has worked with elite athletes, Olympic hopefuls, runners, rugby players, basketball players, golfers, swimmers, and triathletes. He employees a variety of chiropractic techniques including diversified, Thompson, SOT as well as Activator. Additionally, Dr. John practices muscle energy techniques, which use muscle activation to help pull skeletal structures into proper position.
As a triathlete, Dr. John understands the many issues swimmers, bikers, and runners have and the importance of staying healthy -- a single injury can wipe out an entire season so prevention is key! He relies on many different diagnostic procedures from chiropractic, neurology, and sports training, which reveal faulty neurological conditioning, aberrant movement patterns, joint fixations, muscle weaknesses, and incorrect muscle recruitment.
Dr. John is also one of only a handful of extremity specialists in DC and Virginia. He is a Certified Chiropractic Extremity Practitioner (CCEP) with advanced training in the adjustment of extremities (feet, knees, hips; hands, elbows, shoulders, jaw). He is also a certified ART provider for the upper extremity, which is a revolutionary way to treat neck and shoulder pain, as well as arm and hand pain and dysfunction. Additionally, Dr. John can cast patients for a variety of foot orthotics and can even custom make orthotics in the office during 1 visit.
Prior to becoming a chiropractor Dr. John was a marine scientist and holds an M.A. in marine science from the University of Miami, Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science; an M.S. in psychology from Radford University, and is a graduate of Bethany College (WV). Dr. John has been an independent contractor at Positively Chiropractic since November 2010.
For more about Dr. John, please visit his website here.
Rebecca Mohning, M.S., R.D., L.D.
Rebecca Mohning MS, RD, LD is a registered dietitian and a certified personal trainer. She received her Bachelor's degree in dietetics and her graduate degree in exercise and sports science from Iowa State University. She also has a personal training certification from the American College of Sports Medicine. She previously worked as the dietitian for Iowa State University's Wellness Center. Her work there provided her with the opportunity to work with college athletes, as well as, counsel students on weight management and eating disorders. Currently, Rebecca has her own private practice "Expert Nutrition," where she provides a wide variety of nutrition services - nutrition counseling, grocery shopping tours, and metabolism testing, as well as, personal training services including in-home training and exercise prescription. She also works with George Washington University's Weight Management Center, GWU athletics, and the Women's Heart Program. She has office hours for nutrition appointments in DC near Foggy Bottom and in Annandale at Positively Chiropractic. Rebecca works as an independent contractor at Positively Chiropractic.
Rebecca specializes in the following areas of nutrition for children, adolescents, and adults:
- Sports Nutrition
- Weight Management
- Vegetarianism
- Prenatal Care
- General wellness and disease prevention
- Eating Disorders
Also she can effectively improve the following conditions, using medical nutrition therapy:
- Diabetes Mellitus
- Hypertension
- Cardiovascular Disease (Triglyceride and Cholesterol Reduction)
- Gastrointestinal Disorders
- Food Allergies
Dr. Rhodo Nguyen, N.D.
Dr. Rhodo Nguyen is a licensed Naturopathic Physician and graduate of Bastyr University, the leading accredited college of natural and science-based medicine. A native of Seattle, she received her undergraduate degree in Zoology from the University of Washington.
Dr. Nguyen’s philosophy on health and illness comes from the first principle of naturopathic medicine, Vis Medicatrix Naturae – the healing power of nature. In essence, the body has an innate ability to establish, maintain, and restore health. Dr. Nguyen supports this process through a system of medicine that addresses the underlying cause of the illness rather than just the symptoms. Using botanical medicine, clinical nutrition, homeopathy, craniosacral therapy, and diet and lifestyle counseling, she offers a holistic, individualized treatment plan to guide her patients through their dis-ease. Through Dr. Nguyen’s gentle approach and education, patients have renewed vitality and a healthy outlook on life. Dr. Nguyen is also a certified FirstLine Therapy practitioner. Dr. Rhodo has been an independent contractor at Positively Chiropractic since November 2010.
Outside of the office, Dr. Nguyen enjoys yoga, running, snowboarding, cooking, good friends and community service. She is active in HOPE and VOICE, both non-profit organizations that empower and advocate for disadvantaged Vietnamese communities. She is a member of the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians (AANP) and Vice President of the Washington DC Association of Naturopathic Physicians (DCANP).
For more information about Dr. Nguyen and Naturopathic Medicine click here.
Taneen Carvell, Endurance Coach
As a seven-time Boston qualifier and four-time Ironman finisher, Taneen has spent the last twelve years training and competing in the endurance sports arena. She has taken that experience into the world of coaching starting in 2009 and has trained over 70 athletes through a range of running and multi-sport events from a first 5k, Boston Qualifying Marathon races, to the full range of triathlon and multi-sport events.
Taneen’s approach is to work with each athlete to devise a specific training program that serves to inspire, challenge and meet individual athletic goals while maintaining a firm grip on the joys of the sport and the balance of life around it. Taneen has been an independent contractor at Positivley Chiropractic since November 2010.
Patrick Maher, Exercise Physiologist and Endurance Coach
Patrick Maher is an Exercise Physiologist and Endurance Coach with over 12 years of experience. He has a bachelor’s degree in Exercise Biology from UC Davis and graduate work in Exercise Science from San Francisco State University. He has trained with some of the best in the endurance training world, including: Dr. Max Testa, Dr. Eric Heiden, Charlie Livermore and Matt Dixon. His previous experiences have provided the foundation for his current work with endurance athletes, providing personalized science-based services to athletes of all levels and backgrounds.
A native of the San Francisco Bay Area, Patrick relocated to the DC Metro Area in September of 2009 and launched ViaVera Fitness. He will be bringing his services to Positively Chiropractic as an independent contractor; providing lactate threshold testing, coaching and biomechanical analysis.
Contact Positively Chiropractic to schedule your free 30-minute consultation with Patrick today.
Kyori Otsubo, CMT
Kyori has been an independently contracted massage therapist for PosiChiro since 2005. She graduated from the Greater Washington Institute of Massage and has worked as a massage therapist at the Aveda Salon in Old Town Alexandria.
Kyori is nationally certified by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB) and state licensed by the Virginia Board of Nursing.
Kyori has training in Muscle Release Techniques, and Geriatric Massage. She is certified in MyoKinestetic System for upper body and Pregnancy Massage. She is also certified in Strain Counterstrain Technique for extremities.
She is a professional member of the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA).
Fen Tsai, CMT
Fen has been an independently contracted massage therapist for PosiChiro since March 2009. She graduated from the Greater Washington Institute of Massage and has also worked as a massage therapist at the Dulles Airport.
Fen is certified by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB) and state licensed by the Virginia Board of Nursing.
Fen has training in Swedish, deep tissue, prenatal and sports massage, and was also trained in cupping techniques. She is certified in Thai massage.
She is a professional member of the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA).
Erin O'Halloran, CMT, A.R.T.
Erin has been an independently contracted massage therapist for PosiChiro since June of 2009. She graduated from National Massage Therapy Institute in Falls Church, VA, in 2005. She has also worked as a massage therapist and licensed esthetician at Ronnie Elias Salon in Oakton and Massage Masters at Skyline.
Erin is nationally certified by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB) and state licensed by the Virginia Board of Nursing. She is also certified in Active Release Techniques.
Erin has training in Swedish, deep tissue and trigger point therapy. She is also a member of the Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals (ABMP).
Sherry Moeser, CMT, A.R.T.
Sherry has been an independently contracted massage therapist for PosiChiro since April of 2011. She graduated from AKS Massage Therapy School in Herndon, VA in January 2011. Sherry is nationally certified by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB) and state licensed by the Virginia Board of Nursing. She is also certified in Active Release Techniques for the upper body.
Sherry has training in Swedish, deep tissue, and sports massage. She is also a member of the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA)
Mandy Zeng, CMT
Bio and picture coming soon.
Jill Foster, Medical Exercise Specialist, Personal Trainer
Jill is a certified Medical Exercise Specialist with the American Academy of Health, Fitness, and Rehabilitation Professionals, a personal trainer with the National Academy of Sports Medicine, and a fitness instructor, teaching primarily spin classes at present. She enjoys bringing people to higher levels of functional and athletic ability. Especially following injury, a period of post-rehab enables patients to use the improved strength and mobility achieved through adjustments and other more specific regimes to regain and improve overall strength and confidence to resume a full life and strive for any achievement. Working closely with an individual, the element of pre-rehab is compelling, that movement can betray the inception of an injury and can be arrested with specific stretches and/or exercises before it truly manifests itself. Jill’s focus is on keeping the bar high, whether you’re coming from a total knee replacement or spinal surgery, battling menopause, recovering from an injury, training for a PR, or training for overall fitness and well-being. To quote Winston Churchill, “Never, never, never, never give up!”
Jill served in the US Army in the 1980s in Berlin, Germany, in military intelligence. She spent additional time in other parts of Germany and the former Soviet Union. Further education includes master’s and bachelor’s degrees from George Washington University in International Affairs. She speaks Russian and German.
Administrative Staff
Meet Heather and Nicole, our office managers.
Heather has been with us since October of 2005. She began as our receptionist but has very quickly taken on all the responsibilities of insurance billing, reimbursing, and the overall bookkeeping with great ease! She has attended school for business finance and is frequently using her skills in her position, overseeing all our personal injury cases, payroll, and finances.
Nicole started working for us in January of 2006. She previously worked as a chiropractic assistant in Colorado, fitting right into our practice. She is responsible for all our patient communication and reception, and she occasionally aids Dr. Kathy during patient treatments. She also does insurance verifications, upkeeps inventory, and assists with business marketing.
Thanks to these ladies, our office runs smoothly and efficiently, and they have tremendously helped us maintain a friendly and professional practice!
Will Ly has been a member of our team since January 2010. He is currently in school working toward his degree in psychology. His primary roles are to handle day to day tasks such as: answering phones, e-mail correspondence, verifying insurance, and in general, assisting in keeping the office running smoothly and efficiently.
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