Meet Our Team
Dr. Mark Gabriel DC Chiropractor
Dr. Kaitlin Leonard, DACM, L.Ac. - Executive Director Acupuncture Department Head
Dr. Kaitlin Leonard, DACM, L.Ac. - Executive Director Acupuncture Department Head
Beaverton, Belmont and Rockwood
Dr. Gabriel has been in health care his entire life. Dr. Gabriel grew up in Cairo, Egypt, and went to work with his mother in a pharmacy as a child, and upon graduation from high school, he enrolled in pharmacy school where he realized that there is more to healthcare than giving medications to patients to mask their symptoms.
He obtained his Doctorate Degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in Florida. Dr. Gabriel has 15 years of experience in healthcare treatments. Currently, Dr. Mark focuses on research based treatments for patients and thrives on finding the most advanced technology in medicine in combination with the finest holistic care.
Dr. Gabriel is a member of the Oregon Chiropractic Association (OCA), the Rotary Club of Portland, Toastmaster Club of Portland and co-chairs the Wheel of Power Committee. He recently has become a new member of the Peer Review Committee of the Oregon Board of Chiropractic Examiners.
He lives with his partner in NE Portland and in his spare time, loves to snowboard in the winter and ride his motorcycle and compete in Spartan races in the summertim
Dr. Kaitlin Leonard, DACM, L.Ac. - Executive Director Acupuncture Department Head
Dr. Kaitlin Leonard, DACM, L.Ac. - Executive Director Acupuncture Department Head
Dr. Kaitlin Leonard, DACM, L.Ac. - Executive Director Acupuncture Department Head
Portland
Kaitlin joined The Wellness Center team as a licensed Acupuncturist in 2019. She graduated with a Master of Science in Oriental Medicine in 2015 and obtained her Doctorate in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine from Pacific College of Health and Science in 2020. Kaitlin has completed extensive training on the treatment and rehabilitation of painful injuries by using acupuncture to reduce the time it takes to heal, reduce pain and help prevent acute injuries from turning into chronic conditions. Additionally she has training in the safe use of acupuncture in pregnancy. As a Montana transplant, Kaitlin has always loved the outdoors and enjoys cross country skiing, hiking and rock climbi
Kathleen Kuhn ND Naturopathy
Dr. Kaitlin Leonard, DACM, L.Ac. - Executive Director Acupuncture Department Head
Dr. Paul Paez, DC Chiropractor
Portland
Dr. Kuhn graduated from SW College of Naturopathic Medicine in 2013 after completing her undergrad in 2004 at Barry University in Miami, FL.
Since then, Dr. Kuhn has been working in two clinics including The Wellness Center PDX location as of 202
Dr. Paul Paez, DC Chiropractor
Dr. Paul Ebensteiner, DC Chiropractor
Dr. Paul Paez, DC Chiropractor
Beaverton
Dr. Paul is committed to serving from the heart and is passionate about offering simple solutions that are profoundly effective. With over 20 years in healthcare, Dr. Paul has seen that health encompasses as many aspects as is reflected in our human design. His intention is to treat each person as a unique individual with compassion and respect.
Meghan Ewing Acupuncturist
Dr. Paul Ebensteiner, DC Chiropractor
Dr. Paul Ebensteiner, DC Chiropractor
Beaverton
Meghan is honored and humbled to be a practitioner of East Asian Medicine. She believes completely in the ability of the medicine to enhance the lives of her patients, helping them attain a more optimal state of health. Meghan holds a Masters in Oriental Medicine from NUNM and has a background in science education, western herbalism and nutrition. Meghan loves to be in the company of friends and family and spends her free time outside with her canine sidekick.
Dr. Paul Ebensteiner, DC Chiropractor
Dr. Paul Ebensteiner, DC Chiropractor
Dr. Paul Ebensteiner, DC Chiropractor
Portland
When Paul's then-girlfriend (now wife) was diagnosed with chronic pain due to Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, he delved whole-heartedly into the world of wellness. Accompanying her to various treatments, he was particularly inspired by the care she received from chiropractors and the pain relief she had after visits - so he determined that he too would become a healer. Dr. Paul works not only with people with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, but all people who want relief from pain or just want to feel the best that they can. In addition to treating adults, he also enjoys working with children and the elderly.
He received his Bachelor's degree from Pacific Lutheran University and graduated from University of Western States with a Doctorate in Chiropractic in 2014.
Liry Hackman Chiropractic Assistant
Alicia Markee Chiropractic Assistant
Alicia Markee Chiropractic Assistant
Portland
Liry Hackman is originally from the Dominican Republic. Liry studied at Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre y Maestra in Santiago where she received her undergraduate degree in Physical Therapy. Later Liry went on to train in Los Angeles to further her education in the Rehabilitation field.
Joining us as a CA in The Wellness Center PDX location, Liry has a broad
understanding of how to help patients heal and has stated that her most rewarding experiences involve helping patients to integrate into society.
Alicia Markee Chiropractic Assistant
Alicia Markee Chiropractic Assistant
Alicia Markee Chiropractic Assistant
Portland
Alicia started at The Wellness Center in March of 2021. Previously she was a cook/ bartender for 15 plus years before she decided to take her passion for massage more seriously. Alicia attended Eastwest College of the Healing Arts at the beginning of 2020 and graduated in the summer of 2021. She likes to combine Swedish massage with deep tissue, trigger point release, myofascial release and cupping therapy to create a comforting and effective therapeutic experience.
When Alicia is not at work you can usually find her up in the mountains camping or hiking with her dogs.
Megha Manandhar, NP Nurse Practitioner
Alicia Markee Chiropractic Assistant
Megha Manandhar, NP Nurse Practitioner
Beaverton
Megha is a board-certified family nurse practitioner. She knew she loved helping others since she was a little girl, so she became a Nurse. She has 10+ years of experience as an RN in
various health care settings. Her main focus as a nurse practitioner is to promote preventative care so that her clients can live a happy and healthy life.
She specializes in regenerative medicine, skin rejuvenation with PRP, aesthetics and musculoskeletal disorders. Megha believes in providing holistic care to help her clients achieve their wellness goals and loves being a part of their journey. She can’t wait to meet with you and learn about
your individual health and wellness goal and to be there for you every step of the way.
Jered Alrick, LMT Massage Therapist
Jered Alrick, LMT Massage Therapist
Megha Manandhar, NP Nurse Practitioner
Portland
Jered has been with The Wellness Center Since the spring 2021. He has been in and around the health care field a majority of his life but took a real interest in it around the summer of 2006. It was then that he chose to set a career path toward Massage Therapy. Jered attended school in Portland, Oregon at East West College of the Healing Arts, where he then graduated in the spring of 2008. He enjoys the outdoors hiking, rafting, kayaking, and camping. You can also find him around town at local farmers markets and sporting events, Go Blazers & Ducks!!! While attending East West College, Jered, specialized in:
Deep Tissue
Myofacial Release
Trigger Point
All of these Massage modalities help complement each other when preformed in a single session. Jered uses these modalities the most in his sessions and finds that manipulating the soft tissue before and after sporting events, can be extremely beneficial to both injury treatment, as well as preventative injury treatment.
Dr. Alana Branson, ND Physician
Jered Alrick, LMT Massage Therapist
Dr. Alana Branson, ND Physician
Portland
James Quatrini Acupuncturist
Jered Alrick, LMT Massage Therapist
Dr. Alana Branson, ND Physician
Belmont and Rockwood
James graduated from NUNM and practices acupuncture, cupping and Japanese moxibustion and has done additional study in China and with medical qi gong. He specializes in the use of gentle non-insertive methods such as tei shin.
Michael Sage Ricci, L.Ac. Acupuncture
Michael Sage Ricci, L.Ac. Acupuncture
Michael Sage Ricci, L.Ac. Acupuncture
Portland
Sage has had a long eclectic self-motivated career that led to completing a Master’s Degree in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine from Oregon College of Oriental Medicine in 2019 and getting licensed to practice. He has always been motivated by compassion and trauma-informed care. His personal history with his own profound illness
Portland
Sage has had a long eclectic self-motivated career that led to completing a Master’s Degree in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine from Oregon College of Oriental Medicine in 2019 and getting licensed to practice. He has always been motivated by compassion and trauma-informed care. His personal history with his own profound illness and injuries led Sage to explore multiple paths to healing, including qigong, herbs and acupuncture. Eventually he realized he had enough skills that he should study and learn how to put those skills to work helping others.
Sage is also a writer, artist and teacher and has been a licensed tattoo artist for over 25 years. He is a lifelong learner and has a deep desire to understand medicine more deeply and to use that understanding to help others in these troubled times. Outside of work, Sage loves to cook, create, be with his family and doggos, and run weekly tabletop roleplaying games.
Robert Burger, L.Ac. Acupuncture
Michael Sage Ricci, L.Ac. Acupuncture
Michael Sage Ricci, L.Ac. Acupuncture
Beaverton
Robert graduated with a Masters degree in Acupuncture and Chinese medicine from Oregon College of Oriental Medicine here in Portland. After school, he spent 2 months in rural Nepal with The Acupuncture Relief Program where free acupuncture treatments were given to local Nepali people. In 2020, Robert attended The American College
Beaverton
Robert graduated with a Masters degree in Acupuncture and Chinese medicine from Oregon College of Oriental Medicine here in Portland. After school, he spent 2 months in rural Nepal with The Acupuncture Relief Program where free acupuncture treatments were given to local Nepali people. In 2020, Robert attended The American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine and earned his Doctorate of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine in May 2021. Robert has an interest in, and has studied Japanese acupuncture and gentle needle techniques. Robert treats musculo-skeletal pain often and also has a special interest in treating mental emotional issues and men's health. Robert welcomes all conditions and believes in a holistic approach to healing and wellness. In his spare time, Robert enjoys playing outdoors as much as possible
Mary Ann Gates, L.Ac. Acupuncture
Michael Sage Ricci, L.Ac. Acupuncture
Jody Henrikson HR Manager
Beaverton
As a fourth generation Portlander and child of a nurse and a mountaineer, my passions for health and our natural world come easily to me. I am grateful to have found a medicine that recognizes that the laws that rule the seasons, when utilized for healing, have great capacity to bring our bodies closer to ease and wellbeing. I ha
Beaverton
As a fourth generation Portlander and child of a nurse and a mountaineer, my passions for health and our natural world come easily to me. I am grateful to have found a medicine that recognizes that the laws that rule the seasons, when utilized for healing, have great capacity to bring our bodies closer to ease and wellbeing. I have a deep love for practicing East Asian Medicine and I work daily to improve my craft.
I earned a four years Master’s degree in East Asian Medicine (MSOM) at National University of Natural Medicine. I am a National Certification Commission of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine certified diplomate and I am licensed to practice acupuncture by the Oregon Medical Board. Outside of work I enjoy typical Pacific Northwest hobbies like cooking and backpacking as well as weight lifting and caring for my two small children.
Jody Henrikson HR Manager
Jarena McDavid Billing Manager
Jody Henrikson HR Manager
Beaverton and Portland
Jody joined The Wellness Center PDX in March 2021. He has worked in the medical field for over 18 years and brings that management experience to his role of HR Manager. A longtime resident of the Portland area, he spends his downtime hanging with his dogs, watching football and he and his wife love to travel. He
Beaverton and Portland
Jody joined The Wellness Center PDX in March 2021. He has worked in the medical field for over 18 years and brings that management experience to his role of HR Manager. A longtime resident of the Portland area, he spends his downtime hanging with his dogs, watching football and he and his wife love to travel. He enjoys making sure the company is supportive and caring to their team members so they in turn can provide the same support and care to patients.
Patricia Fellas Office Manager
Jarena McDavid Billing Manager
Jarena McDavid Billing Manager
Portland
- Patricia joined The Wellness Center PDX in July 2018. Born in the Marshall Islands and raised in Banks, OR, Patricia is a mother of 1. Patricia has now been in the Medical Field for over 3 years and is dedicated to serving the patients at both the Beaverton and Portland Office as the Office Manager. One of her passions is being
Portland
- Patricia joined The Wellness Center PDX in July 2018. Born in the Marshall Islands and raised in Banks, OR, Patricia is a mother of 1. Patricia has now been in the Medical Field for over 3 years and is dedicated to serving the patients at both the Beaverton and Portland Office as the Office Manager. One of her passions is being able to meet and engage with all of the new patients that come into the Wellness Center. As one of the office leaders on our team, she also finds pleasure in seeing everyone grow and meet their goals.
Jarena McDavid Billing Manager
Jarena McDavid Billing Manager
Jarena McDavid Billing Manager
Portland
Jarena joined The Wellness Center PDX in July 2018. She is a Portland Native and was born and raised in the City Of Roses.
Jarena is a very driven and compassionate person who thrives on working to the best of her ability. Having been in the healthcare field for 6 years, she enjoys providing accurate billing and support to all of
Portland
Jarena joined The Wellness Center PDX in July 2018. She is a Portland Native and was born and raised in the City Of Roses.
Jarena is a very driven and compassionate person who thrives on working to the best of her ability. Having been in the healthcare field for 6 years, she enjoys providing accurate billing and support to all of our patients and can always been seen giving 100%! She is also a Mother to an amazing boy who has a passion for playing basketball. If you don’t see her in our office, it probably means she is supporting her son on the court.
Stacey Tompkins Billing Assistant
Renee Hart Patient Coordinator
Tara Davis Office Manager
Portland
Stacey is a Portland native!
Born and raised in PDX.
She is a mother to an amazing teenage boy.
She has been in medical billing for six years, in three different specialties of medicine and joined TWC in July 2020.
She is working towards a goal of being certified as a medical coder.
She loves working to ensure all billing is acc
Portland
Stacey is a Portland native!
Born and raised in PDX.
She is a mother to an amazing teenage boy.
She has been in medical billing for six years, in three different specialties of medicine and joined TWC in July 2020.
She is working towards a goal of being certified as a medical coder.
She loves working to ensure all billing is accurate and paid for, for our patients.
In her free time, she enjoys hanging out with her son, traveling through California, reading and spending time with
her family, her son and spouse.
Tara Davis Office Manager
Renee Hart Patient Coordinator
Tara Davis Office Manager
Portland
Tara was born and raised a PNW girl!
Tara has been involved in Wellness Offices for over 8 years and joined The Wellness Center PDX in 2020.
In her down time she loves going for long hikes throughout the Pacific Northwest and Hula Hooping! She likes to see patients leave with a big smile on their face.
Renee Hart Patient Coordinator
Renee Hart Patient Coordinator
Renee Hart Patient Coordinator
Beaverton
Renee is a Portland native! Her family has been here for 7 generations and plans on keeping up with the Pacific Northwest tradition. She is the mother to one beautiful son and a diligent server of anyone in need. She became a doula with Birthingway College of Midwifery in 2018 and has been helping new and renewed parents ever si
Beaverton
Renee is a Portland native! Her family has been here for 7 generations and plans on keeping up with the Pacific Northwest tradition. She is the mother to one beautiful son and a diligent server of anyone in need. She became a doula with Birthingway College of Midwifery in 2018 and has been helping new and renewed parents ever since. She is excited to help anyone she can to the best of her ability and be a part of The Wellness Center PDX.
Allison Adams Patient Coordinator
Allison Adams Patient Coordinator
Renee Hart Patient Coordinator
Belmont
Allison has been working at TWC since December of 2021. One of the reasons Allison likes patient coordinating is because she likes talking to people and helping people schedule appointments to make them feel better! She's lived in Portland her whole life and loves getting outdoors in her spare time!