Awaken Chiropractic philosophy.
Chiropractic is a science, an art and a philosophy. Scientific research proves evidence-based facts about chiropractic care. This is why we can definitively say chiropractic care is the safest and most effective way to facilitate healing. The art of chiropractic is the energy from doctor to patient and skill of trained hands. This is what allows Awaken to be unique by Dr. Erin tuning her adjustments to fit what you need specifically at that moment. The philosophy is what we have to fall back on and is what gives us our foundation of why we do what we do.
Ultimately, please know that your body is amazing! You are not lacking in anything and have all of the tools and resources you need to live a healthy, pain free, anxiety free, happy life within you already. However, our environment is not always suited for health and wellness. Our environmental stressors of trauma, toxins and stressful thoughts make our body adapt away from optimal functioning. With time, we continue adapting far enough away that now we are dysfunctional, in pain, not sleeping well, are moody, have chronic illnesses and other symptoms that we know are signs of reduced health.
Chiropractic reconnects your brain to your body, and pushes a reset button to awaken your brain and body back up to optimal functioning. We are all born with this potential within us. Every single cell in your body has an innate intelligence that already knows what to do. We just need to remove any interference stopping that from expressing itself and shining.
So, are you ready to awaken your potential within?
Dr. Erin Corrigan, DC
CHIROPRACTOR
Dr. Erin was an Air Force kid, was raised in multiple different states and has family all over the country. She completed her Bachelor of Science degree from Pennsylvania State University in Rehabilitation and Human Services. After her time at PSU, Dr. Erin had the opportunity to attend one of the most prestigious chiropractic schools in the world and the epicenter of chiropractic, Life University in Marietta, Georgia. There, Dr. Erin had opportunities to attend some of the most advanced training and seminars offered. She completed her doctorate in 2017 and moved to Canton, GA with her significant other, dog and cat. You can find them outside enjoying the beautiful Georgia mountains or doing yoga.
Background
Dr. Erin was a competitive gymnast her entire childhood and was first introduced to chiropractic care as a means of pain relief. As an athlete, she understands the mindset of willingness to do anything to continue training and competing. At the time, this included many different therapies, taped joints and pain relievers to train through injuries. When she retired from gymnastics, years of abuse on her body and gut caught up with her while in college and was referred to seek chiropractic care. She then learned of chiropractic’s ability to aid in overall wellness and healing, beginning her personal journey towards optimal health.
Her calling
Dr. Erin has always felt a call to action of helping people and empowering others to love their body. Chiropractic is a profession that allows her to truly get to know patients, help them achieve their highest potential and reach the health goals they have always wanted. Watching people transform into happier, more energetic, self-loving and empowered individuals is why she gets up every morning. She believes it is the most rewarding job in the world and wouldn’t trade it for anything.
Dr. Erin has experience working with thousands of people, from infants, pediatrics, prenatal, athletes, and geriatrics. Every person and population has their own unique characteristics and is what makes her job so rewarding.
Karianne Chapman
CHIROPRACTIC ASSISTANT
Originally from Long Island, New York, Karianne moved to Canton two years ago with her husband Mark, three girls, three cats, and two dogs.
Karianne is extremely passionate about health, wellness and nutrition. She has received a certification as a Health and Wellness coach from Dr. Sears Wellness Institute. Also, she is currently receiving her second certification in birth education, and practicing as a doula.
In her spare time, Karianne enjoys stand up comedy, and spending time with her family.
Sonya Prater, LMT
MASSAGE THERAPIST
Sonya was born and raised in the south. She and her husband have 3 boys. She enjoys cooking for her family and trying new recipes. Serving others is her passion and that has been her career focus over the years. Recognizing the need for a more thorough understanding of the human body while on a quest to get to the root of her own pain, Sonya made a career shift from a Dental Hygienist to a Licensed Massage Therapist. Being able to help clients on a whole new level to address common postural issues, pain, and TMJD, she hopes to serve Canton and the surrounding communities in supporting their personal health goals. She is a certified Block Therapy Body Worker helping to promote fascial health and a pain free lifestyle. It is Sonya’s goal at Awaken Chiropractic to serve those who are looking to say goodbye to aches and pains and say hello to moving freely.
Diane Kelly
Reflexologist and Reiki Master
Diane grew up at the Jersey Shore and graduated from Villanova University, receiving her Bachelor of Science in Accountancy and later The Johns Hopkins University where she earned her Master of Arts in Teaching. She moved to Atlanta in 1996 and became a part of the Canton community in 1998.
She believes that keeping the body, mind and spirit in alignment is the key to maintaining health and that the non-invasive healing modalities of Reiki, Reflexology, Yoga and Nutrition are paramount in optimizing health and wellness throughout life.
Diane is a certified Usui Reiki Master. As a Master Level Practitioner of Reiki she gives attunements to those who wish to embark on a journey with this holistic technique for balancing and harmonizing the body and mind. Diane is also a Certified Reflexologist and a strong proponent of this zone therapy to relieve tension and manage symptoms, based on the theory that there are reflex points on the feet, hands, and head linked to every part of the body.
Jordan Smith MS, HNFM
Functional Lab-Analysis Nutritionist
Jordan became interested in functional medicine after she was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at age 9, she was told by conventional doctors "eat whatever you want, just take more insulin." Following this advice, she found herself at 23 unable to manage her health. Jordan went down her own unique path of ancient and holistic health to heal herself. This led Jordan down a path of helping others do the same.
She pursued a master's in human nutrition in functional medicine at the University of Western States. She has provided personalized functional medicine counseling to the Cherokee and Cobb area since 2020. Jordan believes that our bodies tell us exactly what they need, we just have to know how to listen. By assessing blood work essays, medical and lifestyle history, and current health symptoms, she is able to formulate intricate health plans tailored to each person's specific needs and goals.
