The BirthCo. Team
Katherine Melot, MSPP, DC, CACCP
Doctor of Chiropractic
Meet Dr. Katherine Melot, like Merlot without the R and a little less fun at girl's night. She is the founder of BirthCo., lead clinician, and every pediatric patient's favorite playmate. She spent her adult life bouncing around to 4 different states and 3 different time zones - passion got her here but the people made her stay in the great state of Texas. She is one of 8 siblings (yes, her mom was pregnant A LOT of years).
Her passion for Chiropractic sparked at the ripe ole' age of 8. Interest met her need when she saw her younger brother heal from epilepsy through Chiropractic and holistic healthcare. It was through caring for and treating expectant mothers in her Student Clinic that she fell in love with prenatal and pediatric care. She feels most fulfilled knowing she can play a small role in helping baby have a smooth and optimal entry into the world!
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She is passionate about early morning pour overs, long runs on Town Lake, and creating a fun and healthy culture in her private practice. Sarah Blakely is her hero (founder of Spanx and Super Cool Chic) and she loves watching Shark Tank.
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Dr. Melot received her Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa in 2015. She continued her education at Life University in Marietta, Georgia where she completed her Masters in Positive Psychology. Dr. Katherine Melot is a Certified Webster Technique Practitioner, holds Certification by the Academy Council of Chiropractic Pediatrics (CACCP), and is a member of the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association, ICPA.
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Certifications and Training:
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Webster Certified
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CACCP Certified
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Member of the ICPA
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Master's in Positive Psychology
Molly Pluss, DC
Doctor of Chiropractic
Dr. Molly Pluss (pronounced like a + sign) takes her name to heart with her good vibes only attitude. She was born and raised in Dallas, Texas (Dallas Dallas not a suburb). In high school, she was extremely passionate about therapeutic horseback riding + working mentally and physically challenged people. This ignited her passion for helping others and began her interest in physical rehabilitation and healing.
She went to Texas A&M University earning a B.S. in Animal Science and got to live out her cowgirl dreams. She had classes training horses, sticking arms up cows where the sun don’t shine, shearing sheep, and birthing foals just to name a few.
Dr. Molly attended Parker University earning a Doctorate of Chiropractic with a Clinical Excellence Award and certification in Animal Chiropractic. She has adjusted guinea pigs, bunnies, cats, dogs, pigs and horses! She believes that every creature with a spine deserves chiropractic care.
Dr. Molly has a special passion for adjusting prenatal women and is honored to help them through their pregnancy journey. There is no such thing as TMI for her, she is not afraid to discuss anything! (Just ask anyone around the office - no topic is off limits). Dr. Molly also loves adjusting kids of all ages and understands how crucial spinal health is for their development.
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In her spare time, you can find Dr. Molly riding horses, watching true crime documentaries (addicted), kayaking on Lady Bird Lake, or on an adventure with her dog, Joey, who has been by her side for the past 9 years.
She cannot wait to help you and your family function at one hundred percent and express life to the fullest!
Certifications and Training:
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Bachelor of Science from Texas A&M University
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Doctorate of Chiropractic from Parker University
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Webster Certification
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Currently working toward certification by the Academy Council of Chiropractic Pediatrics (CACCP) (so close!!)
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Member of the ICPA
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200+ hours of additional chiropractic educational seminars on various techniques
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Certification in Animal Chiropractic by Parker University
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Activator I certification
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Emergency Medical Responder Certification
Samantha O'Brien, DC
Doctor of Chiropractic
Meet Dr. Sam O’Brien (the apostrophe is the bane of her existence)! She adores treating pregnancy & pediatric patients and gets especially *nerdy* about correcting musculoskeletal dysfunction & functional movement. She is a snowbird from Chicago who migrated to Texas in search of warmer weather and new adventures.
A multi-sport athlete surrounded by athletics her entire life, she found her passion for movement and exercise in college (cAHllege). She earned her Bachelor’s degree in kinesiology with a minor in nutrition, while also playing Division 1 soccer, at Northern Illinois University.
With her history as a chiropractic patient, her love for helping others, and fascination with how to attain pain free movement, she continued her education in chiropractic. She became the president of Logan University’s Motion Palpation Institute Club, where she spent 3 years mentoring other chiropractic students with their rehabilitation and adjusting skills (did we mention she is passionate about this stuff?). She also completed over 400 hours of additional education while attending her regular classes. She is passionate about clean living and just cleaning in general (she is a clean queen (freak)).
In Dr. Sam's free time, she enjoys being outside with her pup, being on the water, or exploring different biking trails with her fiancé. She considers herself a big foodie and LOVES to explore the unique restaurants Austin has to offer. Mexican food and a fresh margarita is about as good as it gets (and may be the number one reason she moved here). If you have any recommendations or recipes to try she'd love to add them to her list!
Certifications and Training:
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Undergraduate Degree: Northern Illinois University
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Doctor of Chiropractic: Logan University
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Motion Palpation Institute: Certified Provider
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Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization: Certified provider
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MPI Pregnancy and Pediatric Provider
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SFMA Level 1: Certified Provider
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Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy (McKenzie) Part A and B
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Dry Needling Foundations Part I & II: Certified Provider
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Webster Certified
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Michelle Mejia, DC, MSFN
Doctor of Chiropractic, Master's of Functional Nutrition
Meet Dr. Michelle Mejia, most people butcher her last name with saying a 'j' rather than an 'h' sound so feel free to call her Dr. Michelle or Dr. M for short. She grew up in the small town of Merced, California (fondly known as Merdead for being in the middle of nowhere but 2 hours away from everything). She moved to Texas three years ago during chiropractic school because California was not the place for her and it's the only other state that has decent Mexican food (her favorite and the true reason she married into a Mexican family).
Chiropractic for her is not just a form of treatment, but a lifestyle. She received her first chiropractic adjustment from her dad within minutes of being born. She developed a passion for empowering women during their pregnancy and postpartum journeys by witnessing the home births of her five younger siblings. She has since been a birth attendant for a total of 9 home births. She is passionate about educating, advocating, and supporting mommas so that they can make the best healthcare decisions for themselves and their families. There is a special place in her heart for postpartum mommas whom she loves to encourage and empower during the major life transition of motherhood.
With her passion for family wellness, she received a Bachelor's of Science in Family Studies from CSU Sacramento. In between undergrad and chiropractic school, she worked as a behavior technician for 3 years where she taught acquisition, verbal, social, and self-care skills to autistic children and infants.
Dr. Michelle continued her education at Parker University in Dallas, Texas
where she received both her Doctorate in Chiropractic and Master’s of Science in Functional Nutrition. She is a firm believer that health comes from the inside out, so she is passionate about supporting her clients with diet, supplement, and overall wellness guidance. She takes a holistic approach as our functional nutritionist with a focus on restoring hormonal balance by considering the
many factors and aspects that make up your well-being. She goes over specific laboratory testing to uncover the root cause of your symptoms and then develops an action plan with individualized
lifestyle changes and recommendations.
You may find Dr. Michelle on local trails with her hubby of 6 years, signing at a local deaf event with her family, tasting wine in the hill country with her girlfriends, or singing her heart out to Disney tunes at karaoke night. One of her nieces attends Texas School for the Deaf so if you know sign language, she would love to practice signing during your next visit in the office.
Certifications and Training
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B.S. Family Studies from CSU Sacramento
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Member of the Institute for Functional Medicine
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Master's in Functional Nutrition from Parker University
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Doctorate in Chiropractic from Parker University
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Certified Postpartum Doula
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Webster Technique Certified
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Full Activator Methods Certified
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Thompson Drop, Gonstead, and SOT Techniques
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Member of the ICPA
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Emergency Medical Responder Certification
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Nan Sricharoen, CPT
Rehab Specialist
Nan received her B.S. in Kinesiology from the University of Texas at Austin and she is currently a Certified Personal Trainer in Georgetown, TX.
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Nan is devoted to guiding clients of all ages and backgrounds through wherever their fitness journey leads them. With a passion for health and fitness, she's dedicated to making your experience positive and empowering. Nan believes in strength and well-being for everyone, and she enjoys educating and encouraging others to embrace a balanced lifestyle. Her mission is to inspire women to love and celebrate their bodies through all stages of life.
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In her free time, you might find her riding horses, cuddling with her sweet cat Basil, or hitting the gym! She loves reading, yoga, trying new restaurants, and spending time with friends and family.
Michaela Holcikova, CPT
Rehab Specialist
Meet Michaela, world traveling doula, fitness enthusiast and certified personal trainer.
Her journey started with her first baby, when she discovered her passion when it came to working with pregnant and postpartum women. Later, she expanded her expertise into the fitness and rehab industry to help a larger group of healing bodies and souls, but mostly bodies.
She moved to Texas in 2017 with her family and has been exploring the beauty of this amazing country ever since. She has three beautiful kids, is an orange belt in Lockhart Combative systems, and has completed two Austin Distance Challenges.
Hillary Flora, LMT
Massage Therapist
Hillary has been in the Austin yoga and bodywork community for the last 13 years. She has been in private practice as a massage therapist and full spectrum doula for 9 years. Hillary specializes in therapeutic bodywork/massage with an emphasis on structural alignment, deep fascial release and reintegration. She is a mother of two whom she birthed at home, a private vegan chef and a student pursuing her MS in nursing/midwifery. When not working Hillary loves trail running with her dog Rex, camping, reading and traveling.
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Maureen "Mo" Grady, LMT
Massage Therapist
Maureen "Mo" specializes in Integrative Therapy utilizing Myofascial Release and restorative deep tissue massage influenced by her thorough understanding of competitive athletic training, passionate study of human anatomy, 200 hour Yoga Teacher Trainings, Structural Integration, Trigger Point Therapy, Sports and Injury, Shiatsu, and Thai massage. She offers relaxation-based massage incorporating Swedish, Deep Tissue, Cranial Sacral Therapy, and Reflexology modalities, into each session and is trained to offer Prenatal Massage.
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Patricia Adams, LMT
Massage Therapist
Patricia is a native Texan and graduate of Texas State University with a degree in Health Care Administration awarded in 1997. After graduating from college, she pursued massage therapy and completed her training in 1998. She has continued her massage therapy training with many courses including studies in fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue, immune system, sports injuries, prenatal massage, and trigger point therapy. Due to a lifelong love of exercise and fitness, she also completed her National Academy of Sports Medicine certified group fitness instructor training in 2019 with a focus on barre and pilates. Her lifelong passion for health and wellness is what keeps her the most excited about massage and its benefits for both body and mind. In her free time, you will find Patricia running, cooking, gardening, walking her dogs, and spending time with her husband and 2 children.
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Leah Crowell, LMT
Massage Therapist
Leah is a native Austinite, a Fifth generation, with deep roots. She always knew she wanted to help others and make them feel better. With 16 years of Massage experience and 11 years of teaching massage, she knows how to really care for others and make them feel their best. She specializes in Prenatal, Deep Tissue, Trigger Point and Swedish. She likes to combine both relaxation and therapeutic modalities for maximum benefit. She loves moms and has even been nicknamed the baby whisperer.
In her free time you’ll find her having new adventures with her Husband and friends, trying out new restaurants and exploring nature around town, that is when she’s not relaxing from all the healing!
Sarah Saucedo
Director of Operations (chaos)
Meet Sarah, she is the glue that holds all the offices together and makes sure we are running smoothly. She has been with us since the very beginning. Without her, who knows where we would be!
She brings her extensive skills of all things parenting and management to her role at Birth Co. She wears many hats, but her top 3 include being a mom, a CLEC (Certified Lactation Educator and Counselor) and an avid babywearer. All of which allow her to pass along the skills and encouragement to the patients in the office, contributing to our one of a kind office atmosphere!
When she's not at the office with her favorite work family, she's busy raising her family at home. This includes a husband, three sons, two cats, two dogs, and a LOT of houseplants....oh my!
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