Meet the Chiropractors

Abby Stangl, DC
Dr. Abby is originally from the central Minnesota area and is excited to start her chiropractic career here at Northern Family Chiropractic! She initially found her interest in chiropractic at Bethel University, where she graduated with a B.S. in Biokinetics in 2019. Dr. Abby then continued her education at Northwestern Health Sciences University and graduated with her doctorate in chiropractic in 2022.
Dr. Abby has a passion for helping and working with her patients in order for them to feel their best. She has been trained in Diversified, Thompson drop, and Activator techniques because she knows each patient is unique and requires a different approach based on their needs. Prior to adjustments, Dr. Abby performs soft tissue mobilization to ensure the muscles are taken care of as well.
In her free time, Dr. Abby enjoys being active and going on walks/runs with her dog, reading, and hanging out with her husband, family, and friends.

Erica Jackson, DC
Dr. Erica has lived in the Brainerd Lakes area all of her life. She received her chiropractic degree at Northwestern Health Sciences University in Bloomington, MN in 2003. Following graduation, Dr. Erica continued her education and earned a certification in pediatric care from the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association. Dr. Erica enjoys treating a full spectrum of patients including women and children at her clinic and seeing the changes that take place for the entire family.