Barbara A. Harris
Licensed, Board Certified Massage Therapist

Barbara was born in Anchorage and is a lifelong Alaska resident. She enjoys the numerous outdoor sports and adventures Alaska has to offer, including snow machining, dirt-biking, water crafting, four wheeling, hiking, fishing and scuba diving. Barbara can be found doing many of these activities with her family and friends; she especially enjoys bringing her boxer, Blade, on her many outdoor adventures.

Barbara joined the Northern Chiropractic team in January of 2001. She offers a variety of different massage techniques, including Swedish massage, deep tissue massage and sports massage.

Barbara became a licensed and certified massage therapist in 2000 after graduating from the University of Alaska Anchorage massage therapy program. She is licensed and certified in Alaska as well as nationally. Barbara enjoys enhancing her education by attending continuing education courses in many different types of techniques. Some of these courses have included Lomi Lomi massage, British sports massage, lymphatic massage, shoulder injuries, the Berry method, positional release technique, muscle energy technique and modern neuromuscular technique. Barbara has also attended a course conducted by James Waslaski in orthopedic massage and pain management, as well as a course conducted by George Kousaleos in myofascial release technique.

Barbara is a professional member of both the American Massage Therapy Association and the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork.

Martina T. Webley

Licensed, Board Certified Massage Therapist

Martina was born in Hamburg, Germany, and grew up in Berlin. Within one day after receiving her high school diploma, Martina immigrated to the United States; she has always loved what the United States stands for. After arriving in the United States, Martina lived in Oregon enjoying the rural farm life for 20 years before moving to Alaska in 1998.

Martina loves all aspects of life, from plants and animals to people – with a particular fondness for horses! Martina also enjoys sailing and boating, reading, music, hiking, attaining an education, hanging out with her kids, hanging out with her friends and her two canine companions, Cooper and Rommel; there is not much she does not enjoy doing. Martina spent 15 years as a home school teacher, followed by stints as an animal caretaker, nurse’s aid and a professional driver, until she decided to dedicate herself to the well being of others. This dedication found her at CareerAcademy’s massage therapy program.

Martina joined the Northern Chiropractic team in 2007 after graduating from CareerAcademy with her massage certification, while also attaining the award of excellence. She is licensed and certified in Alaska as well as nationally. Martina takes all opportunities to continue her education, from attending continuing education courses to many self-directed studies on all kinds of massage modalities and topics. Martina does not only rely on books and courses for her learning, she also relies on life experiences and people experiences.

Martina is a professional member of both the American Massage Therapy Association and the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork.

Amanda Harris, Office Administrator

Amanda joined the Northern Chiropractic team in May 2008. Being the first and last contact with patients in the office, Amanda has many responsibilities. Some of these responsibilities include: greeting patients and visitors, maintaining the patient schedule, answering patients’ questions and helping patients to understand their insurance benefits. Amanda is always happy to take charge at the front desk where needed.

Born and raised in Sutton Alaska, Amanda enjoys the quiet life of her small town. During her free time, Amanda goes horseback riding – especially since she has five horses to keep track of. Amanda also enjoys hiking and four wheeling, or as she puts it in her own words -“outdoorsy stuff!” She especially enjoys doing all of these activities with her family.

Teanita Franco, Chiropractic Assistant

Teanita has worked for Northern Chiropractic since July 2008. She helps assist Dr. Culbert with many aspects of patient care, such as inferential muscle stimulation heat/cold therapy, therapeutic ultrasound, patient exams and x-rays. She also maintains all medical supplies for the office. The experience Teanita brings to Northern Chiropractic not only benefits the office, but also benefits the patients. Teanita is a licensed massage therapist with National Certification in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork. She is able to use her knowledge to help guide patients through the healing process - "My main goal is to make sure you feel welcome and you receive the best care and experience in Eagle River.”

Teanita’s military roots brought her to Alaska from Texas, but the mountains will definitely keep her here. In her spare time, Teanita enjoys relaxing with her husband Larry and her son Lorenzo. She loves to sample dishes made by others while attempting to cook them later. Her favorite pastime activity is to watch her version of classic movies, such as: Fried Green Tomatoes, Gone with the Wind, Beaches and Dirty Dancing.

Daun Weis, Office Manager

Prior to her employment with Northern Chiropractic, Daun spent over two years working for multiple doctors at an optometry office, which introduced her into the medical field. She joined Northern Chiropractic in 2005 as a chiropractic assistant and since worked her way up to being our team’s Office Manager – “It’s my pleasure to guide our work efforts in a positive direction.”

Born and raised in the Northwest, Daun moved to Alaska in 2003 with her husband Tyler and their two daughters, Rylee and Jordan. When not at work, Daun enjoys the Alaska outdoors and devoting her time primarily to her family. Daun is a no questions asked kind of girl; she happily takes on challenges as they come. She prides herself in taking every opportunity to snatch up what life has to offer.

Julia Jette, Accounts Receivable and Marketing/PR Coordinator

Julia has worked for Northern Chiropractic since 1999 and has worn many hats during that time. She began working at the front desk and has since moved into insurance billing/collections and marketing and public relations for the office. Julia is the main contact for all advertising, marketing, public relations and media questions.

Born and raised in Alaska, Julia graduated with honors from the University of Alaska Anchorage in 2007 with a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism and Public Communications. Julia enjoys enriching her mind, writing, hanging out with her family, four wheeling, camping, fishing and traveling. Put simply, she enjoys all things Alaska with Alaskan style.