About | Core Health Chiropractic

A Team of Passionate Chiropractors

Making Berks County Healthier one spine at a time through specific chiropractic care.

Our Mission & Vision

Our mission at Core Health Chiropractic is to empower, educate, and encourage the principles of health and wellness in our community. We believe that every person has the potential to achieve optimal health and it is our goal to unlock that potential through chiropractic care.

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Dr. Jason Balthaser | Core Health Chiropractic

Dr. Jason Balthaser, DC, CCEP

Chiropractor

Dr. Sarah Balthaser | Core Health Chiropractic

Dr. Sarah Balthaser, DC, MPH

Chiropractor

Dr. Ariel Hellein | Core Health Chiropractic

Dr. Ariel Hellein, DC

Chiropractor

Alexis Kessaris, OTR/L

Pelvic Floor Occupational Therapist

Marli Hess, OTR/L

Pelvic Floor Occupational Therapist

Adrian Whitmoyer | Core Health Chiropractic

Dr. Adrian Whitmoyer, OTD, OTR/L

Pediatric Occupational Therapist

Jaime Macrina | Core Health Chiropractic

Jaime Macrina, DPT, DAPT, ITPT

Physical Therapy & Concussion Rehab

Timothy McGarvey | Core Health Chiropractic

Timothy McGarvey, L.Ac., Dipl.Ac.

ACUPUNCTURIST

Jessica Zeiner | Core Health Chiropractic

Jessica Zeiner, LMT

Massage Therapist

Amanda Beuchler | Core Health Chiropractic

Amanda Beuchler, COTA/L

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Jill Vasquez

Office Manager

Courtney Perry

Exercise Specialist

Amy Unger

Reiki Practitioner

Rose

Front Desk Associate

Angela

Chiropractic Assistant

Rebecca

Chiropractic Assistant

Abbey

Chiropractic Assistant

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We are on a mission to reach the world with chiropractic by helping as many families and children in this community reach an optimal level of health and improved quality of life by removing neurological interference through specific scientific chiropractic adjustments.

Core Health Chiropractic is a Proud Sponsor of Tulpehocken Soccer

Location

1057 Van Reed Road
Reading, PA 19605

Phone (610) 750-9131
Fax (610) 743-8494

Email
info@corehealthberks.com

Hours

Mon 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri 8:15 am - 1:00 pm,
1:00 pm - 6:00 pm By Appt Only
Sat By Appt Only
Sun Closed

Dr. Jason Balthaser, DC, CCEP

Chiropractor

Dr. Jason Balthaser is a Berks County native, growing up in Bernville, PA, and attending Tulpehocken Area High School. Dr. Jason completed his Doctorate of Chiropractic degree from Life University in Marietta, GA. While at Life University he was mentored and worked with Chiropractors who have worked with the United States Track and Field Athletes.

Those athletes went on to compete in the Olympic Games, as well as in various domestic and international competitions, in addition to other professional athletes worldwide. Dr. Jason was also personally selected to assist in the care for AC Milan’s and Brazilian National Soccer player, Alexandre Pato.

Dr. Jason has completed a post-Doctorate specialization in extremities and rehab, and is a certified chiropractic extremity practitioner (CCEP), through the Council on Extremity Adjusting.

Dr. Jason is also a Functional Movement Screening certified practitioner, in addition to having over 15 years coaching and personal training experience. Dr. Balthaser is a former collegiate soccer goalkeeper for Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania where he graduated with a B.S. in Exercise Science and Athletics with a focus on rehabilitative practices.

Upon graduating, he worked for the Lebanon VA medical center as a Kinesiotherapist. As a Kinesiotherapist he oversaw the rehabilitation of the nursing home and hospice care units, as well as, the lead KT for the nationwide veterans obesity clinic (M.O.V.E).

Dr. Jason is a father of 6-year-old twin girls, Rhya and Ella, and a 2-year-old son, Wyeland, who has been under chiropractic care since birth. He resides with his wife, Dr. Sarah Balthaser, and children in Berks County, PA. In Dr. Jason’s spare time he enjoys spending time with his family and is an avid runner.

Dr. Sarah Balthaser, DC, MPH

Chiropractor

Dr. Sarah Balthaser is a 2007 graduate of Bloomsburg University with a B.S. in Speech Pathology and Anthropology. Upon completing her Bachelor’s degree she began to plan for a career in healthcare. She attended the University of Pittsburgh and completed a Masters of Public Health. After graduating with her MPH she worked in non-profit and for profit sectors of healthcare.

Dr. Sarah was a competitive swimmer and played water polo throughout her life, and had always experienced shoulder and neck pain. After becoming a chiropractic patient she began to feel relief, not only from her musculoskeletal issues, but also slept better and overall felt more healthy.

Since high school, she has been under chiropractic care, and when her husband started to pursue a chiropractic career, she knew that she wanted to help others in the same way.

She and her husband, Dr. Jason Balthaser decided to move to Atlanta on their 1 year wedding anniversary to pursue a Doctorate of Chiropractic from Life University. While in school, she carried twins full term and delivered them naturally. She attributes her healthy pregnancy and never having back pain with regular chiropractic care. The twins have been adjusted since birth and are happy and healthy six-year-olds! She also has a son, 2-year-old Wyeland, and a greyhound named Pickles!

Dr. Ariel Hellein, DC

Chiropractor

Born and raised in Latrobe, Pennsylvania, Dr. Ariel received her bachelor’s degree in biology and received her Doctorate of Chiropractic degree from Life University in Marietta, Georgia.

Dr. Ariel is passionate about providing advanced chiropractic care to practice members wishing to eliminate their pain, optimize their wellness potential and live a better life. Dr. Ariel has even been under chiropractic care since she was 6 months old. She learned from a young age that the body has the ability to heal itself when the nervous system is functioning optimally.

Alexis Kessaris, OTR/L

Pelvic Floor Therapist

Alexis Kessaris, OTR/L is a Pelvic Floor Occupational Therapist from Hazlet, NJ. Alexis received her undergraduate Bachelor's degree in Psychology with a minor in Neuroscience from Ramapo College of New Jersey in 2017. During her time at Ramapo, Alexis worked as a Rehab Technician for an outpatient OT/PT location, where she discovered her love for outpatient OT.

She continued on to Kean University, located in Union, NJ, where she pursued her Masters of Science in Occupational Therapy, graduating in 2020. Alexis was Secretary of the Student Occupational Therapy Association (SOTA) during her time at Kean University and graduated as Summa Cum Laude.

She began her career working as an outpatient OT, where she discovered her passion for Pelvic Floor Therapy, working with both men and women in improving quality of life through improved pelvic health. Alexis has taken and continues to take several continuing education courses, working towards becoming a BirthFit leader and Pelvic Rehab Practitioner Certification (PRPC). Alexis loves working with prenatal and postpartum women, supporting them through their pregnancy and beyond, ensuring safe and healthy labor, delivery, and recovery.

Pelvic Floor therapy is for anyone and everyone who may experience pelvic pain, incontinence, pain with sex, low back pain, hip pain, urinary urgency, urinary frequency, constipation, and so much more. Alexis also specializes in treating several orthopedic and vestibular conditions. During her free time, Alexis enjoys strength training, running, biking, hiking, yoga, and reading a good book by the pool or beach! Schedule an appointment with Alexis today for a thorough evaluation and patient-centered treatment for all things related to pelvic health and mind/body health!

Alexis is excited to help improve quality of life through pain-free engagement in meaningful activities for all men and women of Berks County!

Marli Hess, OTR/L

Pelvic Floor Therapist

Marli Hess, OTR/L is an occupational therapist who was born and raised in Reading, PA. She graduated from Governor Mifflin HS in 2015 where she played volleyball and threw for the track team. She then attended West Chester University for her bachelor’s degree where she majored in exercise science, minored in psychology, and then graduated with Magna Cum Laude honors in 2019 with the intent on going on for her master’s degree in occupational therapy.

After West Chester, Marli pursued her Master of Science in Occupational Therapy degree at Alvernia University while also working part-time as an assistant teacher at a preschool and then a rehabilitation therapy technician at an inpatient rehab hospital. In December 2022, she finally graduated with Summa Cum Laude honors and then passed her board exam. Outside of work, Marli enjoys strength training, traveling, hiking, and spending time with her friends and family.

Marli is looking forward to helping her patients improve their quality of life as a pelvic floor therapist and loves how meaningful and impactful pelvic floor therapy is!

Dr. Adrian Whitmoyer, OTD, OTR/L

Pediatric Occupational Therapist

Dr. Adrian is a graduate of Misericordia University, and has been working with children for seven years. She is a FOCUS Certified Practitioner, certified in the Beckman Oral Motor Protocol, and has earned micro-credentials in Cortical Visual Impairment Basics.

Her experience ranges from working with children to improve breast and bottle feeding skills, eating and drinking skills, and utensil use, to helping children improve their ability to color, cut, and write, to improving sensory processing, modulation and regulation skills, as well as rehabilitating clients who may have suffered from an injury such as concussions, traumatic brain injuries, and strokes. Adrian is excited to bring her expertise in these areas to help families and children thrive, right here in Berks County!

FOCUS Certified providers have completed a certification program on working with children and adults with behavioral, learning, socialization, and developmental challenges. The series trains on the developmental trajectory of childhood and the clinical implications of stress and it’s impact on the developing brain. This series assists the practicing chiropractor integrate the clinical pieces of the puzzle to support families impacted by behavioral, learning and socialization challenges to live a better expression of life.

Jaime Macrina, DPT, DAPT, ITPT

Physical Therapy & Concussion Rehab

Jaime grew up in Wyomissing, PA, and attended Wyomissing Area Jr./Sr. high school. She graduated from West Virginia University in 2007 with a bachelor’s degree in Exercise Physiology and a minor in Aquatic Therapy. She earned her doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2010 from Lebanon Valley College.

Jaime has been practicing for 12 years in an out-patient Orthopedic/Sports Medicine setting. She has treated a variety of musculoskeletal injuries and post surgeries from joint replacements, rotator cuff repairs and ACL reconstructions, across the life span. She has a special interest in sports medicine and concussion rehabilitation. She is trained as a post-concussion specialist. Jaime has her Direct Access license in the State of Pennsylvania.

She is looking forward to providing high quality care and forming close relationships with her patients in the community. She strives to provide individualized treatment plans that are creative/functional in an upbeat/fun environment. Jaime resides in Wyomissing with her husband and 2 kids.

Timothy McGarvey

Acupuncturist

Timothy is a licensed acupuncturist in the state of Pennsylvania and board certified through the National Council and Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine with eight years of treatment experience. He received his master's degree in acupuncture from the Won Institute of Graduate Studies in 2015 and is currently pursuing a second master's in occupational therapy at Alvernia University with a focus in adult orthopedic rehabilitation. His long-term goal is to fuse both ends of the treatment spectrum in order to provide patients with comprehensive, holistic care.

Before joining Core Health, he practiced in both Berks and Montgomery counties treating the general population, veterans, worker's compensation patients, and those suffering from auto-accident injuries. His treatment focus primarily includes pain management, women's reproductive health, mental health disorders, and stress reduction.

Timothy utilizes various treatment styles including Traditional Chinese Medicine, Worsley Five Element, Acupuncture Physical Medicine, Dr. Tan Balance Method, and ancillary modalities such as Electroacupuncture, Moxibustion, Gua Sha, Dry Needling, Trigger-Point Therapy, and Cupping.

As a lifelong Pennsylvania native, he is more than excited to be in a position to give back to his local community in a professional, positive, and supportive way at Core Health Chiropractic!

LICENSING AND AFFILIATIONS:
Licensed Acupuncturist, Pennsylvania Board of Medicine Diplomate of Acupuncture, National Certification Commission of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine

SPECIALTIES:
Knee Pain, Sciatica, Low Back Pain, Rotator Cuff Issues, Acute and Chronic Pain Management, Mental Health Disorders, Digestive Issues, Stress Reduction, Women's Reproductive Health, Headaches/Migraines, Neck Pain, Addiction, Arthritis, IVF Transfers, Breech Position

EDUCATION:
Master of Acupuncture, Won Institute of Graduate Studies - Warminster, Pennsylvania Bachelor of Science in Business, University of Delaware - Newark, Delaware

Jessica Zeiner

Massage Therapist

Jessica, a graduate of Lancaster School of Cosmetology and Therapeutic Bodywork, loves being part of a treatment team encouraging wellness and treating acute and chronic pain.

She earned a bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science from Lebanon Valley College, where she worked hard in the athletic training room caring for athletes pre/post event and handled maintenance treatment programs. With her extensive anatomy background, she analyzes where pain originates and the muscles associated, allowing her to treat accordingly.She specializes in light to moderate techniques massage techniques including cupping, lymphatic, stretching, pediatrics and fascial release.

Amanda Beuchler, COTA/L

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Amanda is a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant who is dedicated to helping kiddos with varying abilities build their confidence and enjoy life! She has training in sensory integration, fine motor skills, gross motor skills, parent training and is continuing her education in primitive reflex integration and more!

Amanda received her Associate of Science degree at Penn State Berks and resides in Schuylkill county with her husband and two crazy dogs. In her spare time she enjoys hiking, hanging with family and never taking life too seriously!

Rebecca

Chiropractic Assistant

Rebecca is originally from upstate New York and has made Pennsylvania her home since 2006 having moved here from South Carolina. Rebecca currently resides in Lancaster County with her husband and 3 cats. Rebecca joined Core Health with a background in customer service and leasing management.

Rebecca’s largest motivating factor in life is her desire to help others and feels honored to be part of Core Health Chiropractic’s mission to improve the health and happiness of the community. When a person feels good and can truly smile in their day, they can affect those around them in an extraordinary way. In her free time, she enjoys unmapped road trips, painting, reading, learning new things and spending time in nature.

Jill Vasquez

Office Manager

Jill is a successful business-minded individual who ran her own pet sitting business for many years and has an extensive management background. Jill loves being a part of the most amazing chiropractic office in Berks County! Jill has reaped the many benefits of chiropractic care, including fewer headaches and a more holistic approach to healing!

Jill is originally from Long Island, NY and moved to Pennsylvania in 2009. She lives in Wyomissing with her husband, daughter, four dogs, and a tortoise. Jill loves being a part of the Core Health Family – especially in helping Berks County live their healthiest and happiest lives!

Courtney Perry

Exercise Specialist

Courtney graduated from Penn State Berks in May of 2020 with a Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology. She knew Kinesiology was the right field of study for her because she loves being active and wanted to help others enjoy being active as well. Outside of work, she does CrossFit and enjoys being in the outdoors, hiking, and kayaking.

Courtney grew up in Berks County and graduated from Daniel Boone High School. She discovered Core Health and the benefits of chiropractic while in college. Chiropractic care has made a big difference in her active lifestyle and she wants to help others experience that difference.

Amy Unger

Reiki Practitioner

I am so grateful to be part of an amazing team of professionals at Core Health Chiropractic. I want to assist you with your stress management.

We live in a fast paced world, and the frequency of our energy is so important, as it determines our overall health.

My intention is helping clients bring balance to your lifestyle. Reiki is a form of energy healing, where a practitioner uses a technique called, hands on healing. Using gentle hand movements, that guides the flow of energy through the client's body. Using Reiki energy (rei universal + ki life force), allows the client to reach a restorative state that reduces stress and encourages emotional and physical healing to naturally occur.

Feeling rejuvenating effects that reduces anxiety, depression, lowers blood pressure, strengthens the immune system, and calms the nervous system that improves your overall well-being, so you can show up as your best self.

Rose

Front Desk Associate

Rose comes from an extensive customer service and management background, and ran her own residential cleaning business. She grew up in Berks County where she resides with her daughter, partner, and cat. She enjoys music, nature, camping, and learning new things.

Rose believes in immersing yourself in environments that support your aspirations and is thrilled to be part of the team at Core Health, where she hopes to help others achieve their health and wellness goals!

Angela

Chiropractic Assistant

Angela's career has been cultivated in sales, management, and customer service through the fields of residential water treatment and children/family portraits. Becoming a part of the Core Health team has allowed her to focus on living in the moment and on our patient's immediate needs.

Angela is a lover of all animals and Mother nature. She has a strong curiosity for exploration and enjoys swimming, hiking, biking, and camping. You may also catch her randomly singing and/or dancing along with her ally, music.

Her current aspiration is to have less 'stuff'/material things and more experiences and adventures!

A Team of Passionate Chiropractors

Our Mission & Vision

Dr. Jason Balthaser, DC, CCEP

Chiropractor

Dr. Sarah Balthaser, DC, MPH

Chiropractor

Dr. Ariel Hellein, DC

Chiropractor

Alexis Kessaris, OTR/L

Pelvic Floor Occupational Therapist

Marli Hess, OTR/L

Pelvic Floor Occupational Therapist

Dr. Adrian Whitmoyer, OTD, OTR/L

Pediatric Occupational Therapist

Jaime Macrina, DPT, DAPT, ITPT

Physical Therapy & Concussion Rehab

Timothy McGarvey, L.Ac., Dipl.Ac.

ACUPUNCTURIST

Jessica Zeiner, LMT

Massage Therapist

Amanda Beuchler, COTA/L

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Jill Vasquez

Office Manager

Courtney Perry

Exercise Specialist

Amy Unger

Reiki Practitioner

Rose

Front Desk Associate

Angela

Chiropractic Assistant

Rebecca

Chiropractic Assistant

Abbey

Chiropractic Assistant

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Hours

Dr. Jason Balthaser, DC, CCEP

Chiropractor

Dr. Sarah Balthaser, DC, MPH

Chiropractor

Dr. Ariel Hellein, DC

Chiropractor

Alexis Kessaris, OTR/L

Pelvic Floor Therapist

Marli Hess, OTR/L

Pelvic Floor Therapist

Dr. Adrian Whitmoyer, OTD, OTR/L

Pediatric Occupational Therapist

Jaime Macrina, DPT, DAPT, ITPT

Physical Therapy & Concussion Rehab

Timothy McGarvey

Acupuncturist

Jessica Zeiner

Massage Therapist

Amanda Beuchler, COTA/L

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Rebecca

Chiropractic Assistant

Jill Vasquez

Office Manager

Courtney Perry

Exercise Specialist

Amy Unger

Reiki Practitioner

Rose

Front Desk Associate

Angela

Chiropractic Assistant

Abbey

Chiropractic Assistant