Meet Dr. Rachel Hetherington

Staying Active is Key to My Well-Being.

I grew up in Richmond, Virginia.  I joined a local triathlon team in middle school, and continued it throughout high school.  While I had participated in other sports ranging from gymnastics to soccer, triathlon is what really sparked a lasting interest in health and fitness for me.

This lead to me pursuing an undergraduate degree in Exercise and Movement Science from the University of Vermont.  I was first exposed to the benefits of chiropractic during an internship in undergrad, and I realized that I wanted to go into this profession which allowed me to promote healthier lifestyles. 

I attended the College of Chiropractic at Logan University in St. Louis, and I earned my Doctorate in Chiropractic in 2022.  I moved to Bellingham in 2023 following graduation.

I Love Bellingham.

Being able to do the activities that I love is very important to me.  Since moving to Bellingham I have fallen in love with the Northwest, and how active this community is.  I enjoy weightlifting, hiking, and paddle boarding.  I am also getting back into running (and am looking for a running group to join).  In addition to exercising, I love to read, explore local restaurants and breweries, see live music, and go on the occasional camping trip.

Everyone Deserves a Pain-Free, and Active Lifestyle.

As someone who has been active most of her life, I understand how frustrating it is to be unable to do activities due to pain.  One type of treatment will not work for everyone, so I employ various techniques on a case by case basis to bring about the best results.  I place emphasis on educating you, the patient, so you can better understand why you are having pain and so that you can advocate for proper care.  I look forward to learning and growing with Advanced Sports Chiropractic and Massage, and helping people in the community enjoy good health by maintaining pain-free and active lives.