Holistic Wellness

Dr. Eva Groesbeck DVM, CVA, CVCHM, CVMMP, LMT has been practicing the art and science of veterinary medicine for nearly 20 years. Since 2010 she has focused specifically on complementary and alternative veterinary therapies. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree with high honors in Biology from the University of Michigan and her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Michigan State University. Her journey with Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine started with certification in Veterinary Acupuncture in 2012. She completed her acupuncture studies at the International Veterinary Acupuncture Society and went on to serve as a teaching associate for their Veterinary certification course in 2014-2015, as well as serving as a veterinary mentor for students in 2015 and 2018. Dr. Groesbeck also holds a graduate degree in Traditional Chinese Veterinary Herbal Medicine from the College of Veterinary Integrative Therapies in Perth Australia. She has also studied advanced acupuncture techniques and Food Therapy at Chi University.

In addition to Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine, Dr. Groesbeck has a strong interest in pain management and preserving mobility in her senior patients. She studied Veterinary Rehabilitation at the University of Tennessee and obtained certification in Veterinary Medical Manipulation (spinal and joint manipulation) by the College of Veterinary Integrative Therapies in 2021. She also studied Animal Normalization Therapy, a form of Osteopathic Manual Therapy for animals developed by a Dutch Physical Therapist. In addition to her veterinary related training, she is a registered yoga teacher and a licensed massage therapist in the state of Michigan. She has completed specialized training in canine massage, including aquatic massage for dogs at the PetMassage institute in Ohio.

Dr. Groesbeck believes in a mind, body, and spirit approach to health, wellness, and healing. As such, she is a resolute supporter of energy-based healing practices that support the body’s subtle energies. She is a Reiki Master, Pranic Healing practitioner and Healing Touch for Animals practitioner. She has also studied aromatherapy for pets, healing crystals and sound therapy and often incorporates tuning forks, singing bowls, crystals, and colored light therapy into her energy healing sessions.

Dr. Groesbeck is a Fear Free Certified Veterinarian and strives to minimize stress, fear, and anxiety in her veterinary patients. She believes that stress management, physical exercise and mental stimulation are crucial for optimum well-being for us and the animals we share our lives with. She is committed to assisting pet parents to help their animal companions thrive and live their best lives.

Dr. Linnea Theisen, DVM, CVSMT, CVA, CVFT, CVTP attended the Pennsylvania State University for her Bachelor of Science in Animal Bioscience.  She went on to earn her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Tuskegee University in 2010.  Following graduation, she worked as a conventional Equine veterinarian for five years.  During that time, she became certified in Veterinary Spinal Manipulation Therapy at the Healing Oasis Wellness Center, and attended the Chi University to become certified in Acupuncture, Tui-na, and Food Therapy.  In 2015, Dr. Theisen moved on to practice exclusively in integrative veterinary medicine for both small animals and horses.  

Through a combination of integrative modalities, Dr. Theisen strives to educate and empower pet and horse owners in playing an active role in the health and wellness of their pet or or horse.

Memberships:  American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association  (AHVMA), World Association of Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (WATCVM), American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) 

Dr. Stephanie Sur, DVM, CVA grew up in California. She attended the University of California Davis for her undergraduate studies. She earned two Bachelor of Science degrees, one in Medical Microbiology and Immunology, the other in Neuropsychology. Dr. Sur went on to receive her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine in 2003. She completed her IVAS (International Veterinary Acupuncture Society) certification in veterinary acupuncture in 2010.

Dr. Sur enjoys all aspects of veterinary internal medicine but has focused the past ten of her nineteen years of experience on her passion of integrative and holistic approaches to healthcare, including acupuncture, herbal medicine, homeopathy, and nutritional therapy. Dr. Sur lives with her husband and 2 young children.

Education: Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine 

Interests: Family time, bike riding, trail walking, movie watching, trying new restaurants, studying health, and spending time with friends.

Dr. Kristen Colleran, DVM, CVA received her Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science from the University of Illinois, and attended veterinary college in Ireland at the National University of Ireland, University College Dublin, graduating with honors in Small Animal Medicine in 1999.

Following graduation, Dr. Colleran spent 2 years working in Ireland, treating pets as well as horses and farm animals. She then returned to the U.S. and shifted her focus to small animals. Having been exposed to the healing effects of alternative medicines, she felt that she could best serve her patients with a more holistic approach. In 2009, Dr. Colleran completed her Certification in Veterinary Acupuncture at the Chi Institute. Adding to her skill set, she became a Certified Veterinary Spinal Manipulator (also referred to as a Veterinary Chiropractor) through Healing Oasis Wellness Center in Sturtevant, Wisconsin. She has also recently completed coursework in veterinary applied kinesiology. 

Additionally, she is working on certification in veterinary rehabilitation and veterinary homeopathy. Finally, she is a Master Reiki Practitioner. She is an experienced diagnostician, and with her training in holistic medicine, she offers an integrated approach to treating many common medical conditions.

Dr. Colleran finds her center and grounding in nature…running, hiking, on the water and with yoga practice. She believes in the interconnectivity of all things and tries to live intentionally and peacefully, doing no harm.

Dr. Kay Wisely, DVM, CVA brings over 26 years of experience in Integrative Veterinary Medicine to support your pet’s health and well-being. Dr. Wisely combines the best of western and holistic approaches to provide thoughtful, individualized care.

Her passion for holistic medicine began after personally experiencing healing through Traditional Chinese Medicine. Inspired by its effectiveness, she pursued additional training to offer the same benefits to her patients.

Dr. Wisely earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from the University of Minnesota, followed by advanced certification in Traditional Chinese Veterinary Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine through the Chi University in Gainesville, Florida. She spent 18 years in Los Angeles, where she focused on integrative and holistic veterinary care before returning to Minnesota to continue her passion. 

Amanda King applies 12 years of experience in the integrated veterinary field to your pet's health and wellness needs.  

She began her career in the veterinary field as an intern at a local animal hospital in 2012 and earned her Veterinary Assistant Certificate from Animal Behavioral College in 2013. 

She began her career in the veterinary field as an intern at a local animal hospital in 2012 and earned her Veterinary Assistant Certificate from Animal Behavioral College in 2013. 

She is knowledgeable, caring and passionate about dog and cat holistic care.  She works closely with our clients on follow up care and any questions or concerns.