Welcome to Bee Well Chiropractic
Hi, I’m Dr. Maria! I started Bee Well Chiropractic in 2018 with a mission to serve exceptional chiropractic care to local families, especially pregnant moms and babies.
I am extremely passionate about Chiropractic Care for the whole family! I hold advanced certifications in pediatrics and pregnancy through the International Chiropractic Pediatrics Association (ICPA). You can read more about that here. I am committed to lifelong learning to better serve this community!
In December 2023 I welcomed my first daughter Cora Opal into the world. I feel incredibly blessed to have her and my husband Brian join me in the office every day. Brian works the front desk and takes care of Cora. Our office is affectionately known as “Cora’s House” by many of the children who visit, and they have so much fun here that they don’t want to leave.
In our free time we love visiting the Yuba River, exploring new hiking trails, camping, escaping to nearby hot springs, attending chiropractic seminars and working in our garden.
- Author of “Fly’s Notes” - A Comprehensive Clinic Exam Study Guide 2017
- Secretary of the ICPA/Pediatrics Club 2014-17
- Facilitator of the Adjusting Ninjas (now Kairos Training Culture) 2014-16
- Facilitator of Foundation Training Club 2014-2015
professional accomplishments
- Costa Rica - April/May 2015
- Pneuma Chiropractic, Malinalco MX, June 2016 & Dec 2018
- San Quentin State Prison - August 2016
chiropractic service trips
- Dynamic Body Balancing lvl 1 - 2024
- MLS Seminars Staff Member 2016 - 2020
- The Tao 1&2
- BGI - Bio Geometric Integration 1&2
- Neuro Emotional Technique (NET)
Seminars
- Cranial Sacral Therapy w/ Lori Hendrickson - 2024
- Certification by the Academy Council of Chiropractic Pediatrics (CACCP) - 2024
- Advanced Perinatal Certification - 2023
- FOCUS Certified Practitioner - 2022
- Webster Certified Practitioner - 2015, 2019, 2021
- Doula Certification - The Good Birth Keeper 2015
certifications
DOCTOR OF CHIROPRACTIC, March 2017
Life Chiropractic College West, Hayward, CA
BACHELOR OF ARTS, December 2006
University of Hawaii, Hilo, HI
Major: Communications. Minor: Philosophy
Education
Education & Experience
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When you come to Bee Well we hope you will feel instantly at home. We have a no shoes policy, so everyone takes shoes off at the door. The kiddos usually know right where to go - to the cubbies in the corner where the toys are! They have lots of fun and sometimes don’t want to leave because they love it so much. We have tea and water available. We never want to rush you and encourage you to hang out before and after to breastfeed, let your kiddos play a little longer, drink some water or tea, foam roll or stretch some tight muscles, or get some movement into your body post adjustment before sitting in the car and rushing back to your day. Dr. Maria has an office in the back that she does her exams and adjusts adults in. There are two baby adjusting areas in the main room, and often toddlers get adjusted while they are playing in the kids area. During your visit you will learn a LOT about your (or your baby/child’s) body, what is happening with it and how Chiropractic can help. And, of course, you will meet the most amazing people and maybe even make some new friends here!
What to Expect at Bee Well
Come see what all the buzz is about!
Bees symbolize our ability to be productive, work together in community, and they know when to work and when to rest. They pollinate our food supply providing us nourishment. They make the impossible possible because they are able to fly even though it defies the laws of physics.
Their existence on this planet is to be of service and to work together. It is my mission to build a strong community built on connecting you to your best expression of health. At Bee Well Chiropractic I want you to leave the office buzzing and full of life!
So… What’s the buzz about bees?
Bring your baby to Dr. Maria! Dr. Maria provided exceptional care for my newborn daughter, who was struggling with oral ties. Her expertise and gentle approach with babies were evident from the start. She skillfully adjusted my daughter which helped with latching and nursing, ensuring she could build up strength before her tongue tie release procedure. Dr. Maria's compassionate and effective care made a significant difference in our breastfeeding journey and my daughter’s torticollis. Her beautiful head shape and all the tiny blessings in between is all due to this woman’s magical healing hands. I highly recommend Dr. Maria for anyone seeking pediatric chiropractic care, especially for issues related to oral ties. -Emily N.
"I highly recommend Dr. Maria for anyone seeking pediatric chiropractic care"
She has guided me through sports injuries, work stress and the aches and pains from overdoing it in everyday life. Dr. Maria is a healer, an educator and a vital part of my overall health and well being. – Gina W.
"Dr. Maria is a healer, an educator and a vital part of my overall health and well being."
My son first saw Dr. Maria when he was seven weeks old. He was jaundice, colicky, gassy, didn’t sleep much and had terrible reflux. Within hours of his first visit, the jaundice faded completely out of his body. Over the next few weeks of care with Dr. Maria, he became a much more relaxed and happy baby. Dr. Maria noticed that he was possibly tongue tied and referred us to an IBCLC. She confirmed the tongue and lip ties and referred us to a pediatric dentist for oral tie release. We did several weeks of chiropractic care with Dr. Maria then had his ties released. With the help of Dr. Maria, his recovery went very smooth. His body has responded very well and he is happy and thriving now. I highly recommend Dr. Maria! - Kallie M.
She is truly one of a kind Doctor. My experience with her has been nothing but amazing. I have been adjusted by many different chiropractors, and her knowledge and adjusting skills are top notch. She is gentle, but delivers very powerful adjustments, which makes you feel an immediate difference in your mind and body. I highly recommend anybody in the area to get under care with her, you will not regret it! – Cristina A.
"Dr. Maria has such a big and beautiful heart, which radiates in her practice and her adjusting skills."
She saw me during my pregnancy and now sees my newborn and is a baby whisperer! She is so gentle and soft spoken. I could not recommend Dr. Maria more! If you're expecting, have a little one, or just needing help to feel better, come see Dr. Maria, you will thank yourself! – Megan P.
"Dr. Maria is a baby whisperer!"
Her adjustments, exercise videos and suggestions really helped me get unstuck, not only in my spine, but in my life. It’s amazing how holistically connected everything is, and I’m grateful to have a chiropractor on my team that understands this so deeply. Thanks Dr. Maria! She also has an amazing booking system for easily scheduling a session whenever I need one, right from my phone. Nice office with a space to stretch and roll out my back. - Blair B.
"It’s amazing how holistically connected everything is, and I’m grateful to have a chiropractor on my team that understands this so deeply."
She helped keep me balanced throughout my pregnancy and now with my newborn, she's been working wonders with my baby's tight latch, jaw, and shoulders. My little girl literally becomes unwound before my eyes in our sessions. It's quite miraculous to witness. – Lauren J.
"Dr. Maria is a dream to work with!"
Dr. Maria helped my body feel better in so many ways during my pregnancy and into postpartum. She’s the most thorough chiropractor I’ve worked with and has a wide range of techniques. She helped solve some major discomfort happening during the third trimester of pregnancy and that work contributed to a smooth and positive labor and delivery. And then she came to my aid in the early days of postpartum and helped correct sciatica and back pain. Thank you Dr. Maria! -Aletheia Z
