health
Our bodies are self-healing, self-regulating organisms. We have an innate ability to heal, regenerate and thrive when we operate in peak state. We are moved away from peak state by many things which we can summarize with 3 T’s. Thoughts, traumas, and toxins.
Thoughts – our stress, our mindset, our internal dialogue, the way we talk to our bodies, they way we ‘think’ we are physically, it all matters. Our cells are listening. Our thoughts create patterns of stress which can put us in fight or flight. Prolonged stress manifests physically with pain, headaches and more. Chiropractic care gets your body out of fight or flight and helps your nervous system reset.
Traumas – these can be as big as a major car accident, or as little as poor ergonomics at your work station. It can onset as a baby with a forceful birth, or manifest later in life after years of repetitive motion, poor posture and more. Chiropractic care works by locating the areas of greatest stress in the spine and restoring their motion and position. When this is achieved, the nerve signals moving down the spine are operating at peak state and the body self-regulates and self-heals.
Toxins – we’re exposed daily to thousands of toxins from our food, to our body products and our environment. These exposures create a state of inflammation and dis-ease in the body. The ongoing chemical assault can put our nervous system into dysregulation, and impairs your body’s ability to self-regulate and self-heal. Chiropractic care helps regulate your nervous system, thus helping your body heal and adapt to ongoing changes in it’s environment.
mission
Our mission is to empower patients to take control of their health. Our vision is a community where people understand their own potential to heal and thrive, where they make healthy choices for themselves and their families, and where they empower those around them to live their best life too! When we feel good, we do good. Imagine that ripple effect!
team
Our goal is to provide you with excellent care and customer service!
Our team is constantly looking for way to sharpen our skill set and bring you services which align with our vision of healthy, vibrant living.
We know you have choices when it comes to your care we thankful for the patients under care in our office, and we know that every visit is an opportunity to serve!
Dr. Lance Gard
Chiropractor | Director
Meet Dr. Aliya
She's a mom, a wife, a doctor, an entrepreneur and came to her field from personal experience and a passion for natural healthcare. Diagnosed at 23 with PCOS and told she'd never have children, she found her way to chiropractic and functional medicine and it changed the course of her life. Forever grateful to those who showed her the way, she shares this same path with her patients in Cary, NC and remotely around the country.
In 2010 she and her husband, Dr. Lance Gard founded one of the largest chiropractic offices in North Carolina. They have expanded year after year and continues to add services to support health and wellness, naturally.
Her certifications:
- Webster Technique, International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA)
- Functional Medicine - Combined 1000+ hours from Institute of Functional Medicine, Apex Energetics, Biotics Research, FMFT and more
- FASA, Acupuncture, Acupuncture Society of America
- Certification by the Academy Council of Chiropractic Pediatrics (CACCP) (pending ICPA)
- Perinatal Certification (pending ICPA)Certificate
- Dry Needling Certification, Fishkin Dry Needling Institute
Dr. Aliya serves board positions with the Physician's Advisory Board for Health Network Solutions, and the Credentialing Committee also with HNS. She's an entrepreneur and business mentor for small business start up in the Launch Cary and Launch Holly springs programs. She speaks locally and internationally on health and wellness. She is a consultant for chiropractic start ups and for Dialectica as a specialist in EHR and practice management software platforms. She is a Rotarian in the Cary-Kildaire Rotary group which affords her many opportunities to volunteer and serve her community.
She is a former ballet dancer and yoga teacher, a health food enthusiast and constant learner. She believes that we should all live to our greatest potential and is constantly looking at ways to maximize life experience, for herself, for patients and for her family.
Dr. Aliya Gard
Pediatric Perinatal Chiropractor | Director Functional Medicine | Acupuncture
Emma Rogerson joined the team in 2018 as a Chiropractic Assistant and now works as the Practice Manager. She's on top of her game, keeps the ship running smooth and knows all the things about all the things!
Where are you from?
Lexington, KY originally, but I grew up in Raleigh
What's your background/education/certification?
Bachelors in Exercise Science from Appalachian State University, Certified Clinical Chiropractic Assistant and X Ray Tech
Hobbies and interests?
Exercise, Movies, Carolina Hurricanes hockey, learning to play the ukulele
Something about your family/pets (if wanted)
My husband and I have a dog named Judge, and we have family in the Triangle and Greenville, NC
Fun fact we wouldn't see on your resume
I don't know how to ride a bike, confidently or well (lol)
Where can we find you on your day off?
Exploring the Cary greenways on a run, or at a Canes hockey game
Emma Rogerson
Practice Manager
Certified Chiropractic Assistant | X-ray tech
Heather came to us from the coast with lots of chiropractic office experience. You can find her bright smile and enthusiastic spirit in the back helping Drs. Lance and Aliya!
Where are you from?
All over! My childhood was spent in Massachusetts, most of my adult life has been in North Carolina
What's your background/education/certification?
AA, CCA, Xray Tech, BLS
Hobbies and interests?
DIY enthusiast & craftaholic, bookworm, java junkie, wanna-be travel buff
Something about your family/pets (if wanted)
I've got a 15 year old rescue named Riley
Fun fact we wouldn't see on your resume
I've driven cross country
Where can we find you on your day off?
Looking for treasures at local thrift stores and looking lost at Lowe's/Home Depot
Heather Morlock
Certified Chiropractic Assistant | X-ray Tech
Stacey joins us as the Patient Care Coordinator with lots of medical experience in the allopathic world, enough so that she decided to make a hard pivot and join us in the natural health space! Stacey will likely be the first face you see at GWC!
Where are you from?
Elkton, VA
What's your background/education/certification?
CNA I & II, Medical Assisting - mostly pediatrics
Hobbies and interests?
Reading, cooking, sketching/drawing, hiking or being outdoors in general, live music, and new experiences.
Something about your family/pets (if wanted)
I have a fairly large family. I'm the youngest of 6, have 15 nieces and nephews, and soon will be a great auntie for the 5th time. I have a very spoiled cat named Lealu (LeeLoo).
Fun fact we wouldn't see on your resume
I have had many "odd" jobs. I am pretty handy and have done minor work on cars, labored in masonry, and took construction technology courses (years ago).
Where can we find you on your day off?
Mostly at home but can easily be tempted by last minute spontaneous plans or adventures.
Stacey Lynch
Patient Coordinator | CNA II
Brianna recently joined the team and come with lots of prior experience in a chiropractic office and a passion for holistic healthcare and healthy living!
Where are you from?
I was born in Texas but raised in Sanford, NC
What's your background/education/certification?
I am graduating with my associates in applied science in integrative health sciences; I am Ca/Xray certified
Hobbies and interests?
I enjoy natural medicine, nutrition, hiking, yoga, meditation and music. I am a big nature lover.
Something about your family/pets (if wanted)
I am a mom to two boys (10, 7). I have a basset hound named Lucy.
Fun fact we wouldn't see on your resume
I got certified as a pharmacy technician out of high school but ended up pursuing a degree in holistic medicine.
Where can we find you on your day off?
On my days off, you can find me outdoors with my kiddos soaking up the sunshine.
Brianna Mccormick
Certified Chiropractic Assistant | X-ray Tech
Ashley is one of our rockstar LMTs, you can find her on Thursday mornings!
Where are you from?
I was born up north in NH, lived in Massachusetts, but have lived in NC for 30 years so I tell people I'm a born Yankee raised southern....but I like it down here better.
What's your background/education/certification?
I went to Gwinnett college and graduated in November 2020. I'd love to further my schooling with a bachelor's in kinesiology one day.
Hobbies and interests?
I have 5 kids so don't have much time for myself but love to travel and take my kids to have new experiences always down to try something at least once whether it's a new food or activity.
Something about your family/pets (if wanted)
I have 5 kids: a 19-year-old girl, a 16-year-old boy, a 12-year-old girl, a 9-year-old girl, and a 6-year-old girl.
Fun fact we wouldn't see on your resume
I'm the oldest of 5.
Where can we find you on your day off?
In my bed, watching something, or reading a book.
Ashley Atkins
Licensed Massage Therapist
Justin Harrelson
Licensed Massage Therapist
Destiny joins the LMT team with loads of experience and magic hands!
Where are you from?
Clayton, NC
What's your background/education/certification?
I’m a licensed massage therapist, a licensed esthetician, a licensed manicurist, and a nationally certified phlebotomist.
Hobbies and interests?
Food!!! Yes it’s a hobby! 🤣 I love spending time with my daughter (Choyce), my best friends, and my family!
Fun fact we wouldn't see on your resume.
Random Fact: I’ve read The Alchemist 3 times.🤷🏾♀️
Where can we find you on your day off?
Either at a park or event with my daughter or sitting in front of the window listening to a book and being a nosey neighbor.
Destiny McCoy
Licensed Massage Therapist
Brian is another amazing LMT and we're glad to have him back!
Where are you from?
Indianapolis, IN.
What's your background/education/certification?
I studied massage at ECPI.
Hobbies and interests?
I like to gardening, play video games, and cook!
Something about your family/pets (if wanted)
I have cats
Fun fact we wouldn't see on your resume
I don't actually like being touched. Go figure
Where can we find you on your day off?
I'm never off 😂
Brian Wardell
Licensed Massage Therapist