InnerMovement's Mission
InnerMovement’s mission is to eliminate pain while encouraging growth, health and clarity utilizing lovingly connection, extensive education and a blend of wellness techniques.
To set in motion each client’s personal “innermovement” toward a fuller expression of health thereby having a positive effect on the family, the nation and global health overall.
To set in motion each client’s personal “innermovement” toward a fuller expression of health thereby having a positive effect on the family, the nation and global health overall.
InnerMovement's VisionTo set in motion each client’s personal “innermovement” toward a fuller expression of health thereby having a positive effect on the family, the nation and global health overall.
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My highest intention for our office is to create a safe, comfortable environment where patients can get well, stay well and reach their greatest potential. I learned early on in my education that patients have limited access and understanding of alternative medicine. And through my experience I’ve seen that there is not one healing technique that can help everyone. Lastly I’ve learned that lifestyle changes are key to patient outcomes. So, in learning all of this I realized that to truly get a patient well the best approach is a team of practitioners that each excel in their discipline and when grouped together give patients every tool they need to address any and all health concerns.
Ultimately, the healing techniques chosen for our office represent only the most researched, validated and widely used alternative medicine techniques in the world: Chiropractic – to address spinal and nervous system flow, Massage – to address muscular imbalance, Acupuncture – to address the energy of organ systems and Nutrition – to create nutritional sufficiency and clear toxicity.
Along with encouraging regular exercise and teaching techniques for stress relief, our team of practitioners work closely with one another pooling education across 4 separate disciplines. I believe our approach is forward thinking and the patient experience is above and beyond that of most healthcare approaches today.
Ultimately, the healing techniques chosen for our office represent only the most researched, validated and widely used alternative medicine techniques in the world: Chiropractic – to address spinal and nervous system flow, Massage – to address muscular imbalance, Acupuncture – to address the energy of organ systems and Nutrition – to create nutritional sufficiency and clear toxicity.
Along with encouraging regular exercise and teaching techniques for stress relief, our team of practitioners work closely with one another pooling education across 4 separate disciplines. I believe our approach is forward thinking and the patient experience is above and beyond that of most healthcare approaches today.
Dr. Heidi Fennell, DC. FICPA
Dr. Heidi Fennell, DC. FICPA
Dr. Heidi established InnerMovement Wellness Center in 2004 after she obtained a Chiropractic degree from Cleveland Chiropractic College Los Angeles in 2004. She graduated Cum Laude and was honored both Student of the Year and Community Leader of the Year.
Along with her Chiropractic degree, Dr. Heidi also took an additional year of study that earned her a Fellowship in working with Pregnancy & Pediatrics. She is one of the few practitioners certified and proficient in the Webster Prenatal Chiropractic technique which deems her a specialist in working safely with pregnant patients. She has spent much of her career successfully helping mothers & babies enjoy a pain free pregnancy and natural, non-surgical birth. Because of this, InnerMovement has become a referral source for many OB/Gyn's, midwives and doulas in the LA area.
Dr Heidi is no longer a hands on practitioner at InnerMovement. As a mentor, she enjoys passing on her experience and passion to the chiropractic & massage team as well participating in community outreach to educate the public on the benefits of integrative care.
The InnerMovement Chiropractic team, under Dr Heidi's guidance has been honored with Best of LA in Chiropractic care 7 times, including Best Prenatal Chiropractor in 2019.
Her personal education is ongoing as well as her commitment to teaching others. Dr Heidi loves spending time with her family and friends, is deeply rooted in her meditative practice and is passionate about all things related to health and healing. She can be reached via email on the contact page of InnerMovement website and is happy to assist with any health related questions you have.
Along with her Chiropractic degree, Dr. Heidi also took an additional year of study that earned her a Fellowship in working with Pregnancy & Pediatrics. She is one of the few practitioners certified and proficient in the Webster Prenatal Chiropractic technique which deems her a specialist in working safely with pregnant patients. She has spent much of her career successfully helping mothers & babies enjoy a pain free pregnancy and natural, non-surgical birth. Because of this, InnerMovement has become a referral source for many OB/Gyn's, midwives and doulas in the LA area.
Dr Heidi is no longer a hands on practitioner at InnerMovement. As a mentor, she enjoys passing on her experience and passion to the chiropractic & massage team as well participating in community outreach to educate the public on the benefits of integrative care.
The InnerMovement Chiropractic team, under Dr Heidi's guidance has been honored with Best of LA in Chiropractic care 7 times, including Best Prenatal Chiropractor in 2019.
Her personal education is ongoing as well as her commitment to teaching others. Dr Heidi loves spending time with her family and friends, is deeply rooted in her meditative practice and is passionate about all things related to health and healing. She can be reached via email on the contact page of InnerMovement website and is happy to assist with any health related questions you have.
Dr. Brian De Garmo, DC
Dr. Brian grew up in the East Bay area of Northern California. He discovered a passion for fitness and movement when he played high school football. It was then that he realized how exercise can contribute to a person’s overall fitness and well-being.
Dr. Brian began his career as a personal trainer. During this time, he found that he loved teaching people about movement and proper exercise techniques. This led him down a path to becoming a Corrective Exercise Specialist through the National Academy of Sports Medicine. He also obtained his Bachelor’s Degree in Kinesiology with an emphasis in Therapeutic Studies from California State University East Bay.
Witnessing the impact of reducing people's pain, he decided to pursue more education which would allow him to work directly with patients and assist them in living healthier lives. Dr. Brian earned his Doctorate in Chiropractic from Southern California University of Health Sciences, graduating with Magna Cum Laude honors.
Dr. Brian loves to expand his knowledge about the human body and movement. He has taken several rehab and therapy courses which allows him to customize treatment for his patients. This includes Active Release Techniques®, chiropractic adjustments and various targeted exercise and rehabilitation strategies. Using an individualized approach allows Dr. Brian to help patients reduce pain, move better and live healthier lives!
In his free time Dr. Brian loves to watch football, travel and enjoy good food.
Dr. Brian began his career as a personal trainer. During this time, he found that he loved teaching people about movement and proper exercise techniques. This led him down a path to becoming a Corrective Exercise Specialist through the National Academy of Sports Medicine. He also obtained his Bachelor’s Degree in Kinesiology with an emphasis in Therapeutic Studies from California State University East Bay.
Witnessing the impact of reducing people's pain, he decided to pursue more education which would allow him to work directly with patients and assist them in living healthier lives. Dr. Brian earned his Doctorate in Chiropractic from Southern California University of Health Sciences, graduating with Magna Cum Laude honors.
Dr. Brian loves to expand his knowledge about the human body and movement. He has taken several rehab and therapy courses which allows him to customize treatment for his patients. This includes Active Release Techniques®, chiropractic adjustments and various targeted exercise and rehabilitation strategies. Using an individualized approach allows Dr. Brian to help patients reduce pain, move better and live healthier lives!
In his free time Dr. Brian loves to watch football, travel and enjoy good food.
Dr. Angel Sifuentes, DC, MS
Dr. Angel Sifuentes is a passionate Chiropractor and former NCAA Division I athlete whose career blends a deep understanding of human movement with a commitment to helping her patients thrive in health and performance. With a Doctor of Chiropractic degree earned Magna Cum Laude from Texas Chiropractic College and a Master’s in Kinesiology from The University of Texas at San Antonio, she brings a comprehensive and integrative approach to care.
Licensed and board certified in both Texas and California, Dr. Sifuentes has returned home to serve her community through all stages of life. She is the Team Doctor for Cerritos College Track & Field team, where she supports student-athletes in achieving peak performance and preventing injury. Dr. Sifuentes is also Webster Certified, providing specialized chiropractic care for expecting mothers, and is currently expanding her training in perinatal care to further support women through pregnancy and postpartum.
Her clinical philosophy is rooted in the belief that the body is intelligent, interconnected, and capable of healing when given the right support. Known for her educational and empowering approach, Dr. Sifuentes strives to help every patient better understand their body and take an active role in their health.
Whether working with athletes, families, or those simply seeking to move and feel better, her care is guided by intention, function, and long-term wellness. She is proud to be part of the collaborative environment at InnerMovement, which prioritizes holistic, patient-centered care.
Outside the clinic, Dr. Sifuentes enjoys staying active, mentoring student-athletes, and leading community health initiatives that inspire others to move with confidence and joy.
Licensed and board certified in both Texas and California, Dr. Sifuentes has returned home to serve her community through all stages of life. She is the Team Doctor for Cerritos College Track & Field team, where she supports student-athletes in achieving peak performance and preventing injury. Dr. Sifuentes is also Webster Certified, providing specialized chiropractic care for expecting mothers, and is currently expanding her training in perinatal care to further support women through pregnancy and postpartum.
Her clinical philosophy is rooted in the belief that the body is intelligent, interconnected, and capable of healing when given the right support. Known for her educational and empowering approach, Dr. Sifuentes strives to help every patient better understand their body and take an active role in their health.
Whether working with athletes, families, or those simply seeking to move and feel better, her care is guided by intention, function, and long-term wellness. She is proud to be part of the collaborative environment at InnerMovement, which prioritizes holistic, patient-centered care.
Outside the clinic, Dr. Sifuentes enjoys staying active, mentoring student-athletes, and leading community health initiatives that inspire others to move with confidence and joy.
Veronica Sanchez, FN-BCN, MSN, BSN, CCM, LAc
Veronica Sanchez, FNP-BC, MSN, BSN, CCM, LAc
Board Certified-Family Nurse Practitioner Veronica has dedicated her life to holistic care. After completing her Bachelor of Science at the University of California, Berkeley, she subsequently obtained a Master of Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine from Dongguk University. Her love of learning and desire to offer patients the best in cutting-edge and holistic health inspired her to pursue a Master of Science from United States University. Dually licensed as an Advanced Practice Nurse and acupuncturist, Veronica implements evidence-based East-West approaches to various women’s health, musculoskeletal, and chronic pain conditions.
Offerings include nonsteroidal joint injections, prolotherapy, neural therapy, acupuncture, cupping, gua sha, therapeutic exercises, and supplements to help keep patients active, out of pain, moving, and healthy. This successful and unique perspective has helped improve the quality of life for thousands of her patients over the last 20 years of her career.
As the Clinical Director, Veronica guides the InnerMovement Team who continues to provide award winning care.
Veronica loves spending time with her family, friends, and pets. Daily practices of Transcendental Meditation and Qi Gong helps keep her Qi levels up so she can continue to do what she loves: serve the community at large.
Offerings include nonsteroidal joint injections, prolotherapy, neural therapy, acupuncture, cupping, gua sha, therapeutic exercises, and supplements to help keep patients active, out of pain, moving, and healthy. This successful and unique perspective has helped improve the quality of life for thousands of her patients over the last 20 years of her career.
As the Clinical Director, Veronica guides the InnerMovement Team who continues to provide award winning care.
Veronica loves spending time with her family, friends, and pets. Daily practices of Transcendental Meditation and Qi Gong helps keep her Qi levels up so she can continue to do what she loves: serve the community at large.
Jessica Min, LAc
Jessica Min, LAc
Jessica is a licensed acupuncturist and herbalist with a passion for treating the body through its
many transitions and changes. Her background in healing stems from being a meditation
teacher and Qi-gong Professor at Yuin University.
She has a keen interest in holistic approaches to physical, mental, and spiritual health. She believes deeply in honoring the physical metamorphosis and challenges of aging and major life events.
She marries traditional Oriental Medicine and western medicine to provide unique treatments for
anxiety, depression, PTSD, musculoskeletal pain and hormonal imbalances.
She also utilizes other forms of Chinese Medicine to bring optimum wellness, including Chinese
Herbal Medicine, cupping, Moxibustion, Tui-na and Nutritional counseling.
She has also successfully treated other women’s health conditions such as infertility, migraine
headache, PMS, prenatal, postpartum care and cosmetic acupuncture such as face-lifting, weight-loss and anti-aging.
many transitions and changes. Her background in healing stems from being a meditation
teacher and Qi-gong Professor at Yuin University.
She has a keen interest in holistic approaches to physical, mental, and spiritual health. She believes deeply in honoring the physical metamorphosis and challenges of aging and major life events.
She marries traditional Oriental Medicine and western medicine to provide unique treatments for
anxiety, depression, PTSD, musculoskeletal pain and hormonal imbalances.
She also utilizes other forms of Chinese Medicine to bring optimum wellness, including Chinese
Herbal Medicine, cupping, Moxibustion, Tui-na and Nutritional counseling.
She has also successfully treated other women’s health conditions such as infertility, migraine
headache, PMS, prenatal, postpartum care and cosmetic acupuncture such as face-lifting, weight-loss and anti-aging.
Gary Casias, CMT
Gary Casias, CMT
With a Bachelors of Science degree in Movement and Sports Science from the University of La Verne, and a background as a personal trainer, Gary received his massage training from Hands on Healing Institute in 2008. He finds Myofascial Release to be a profound therapy to help his clients break free from bodily pain and physical limitations. Now specializing in John F. Barnes Myofascial Release Approach™, Gary has more than 1000 hours in related healing techniques, such as Positional Release, Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF), and Visceral Manipulation. He most recently participated in a human dissection workshop at California State University Northridge, to further his understanding of the body and fascial system. He plans on continuing his education this year by taking 40+ more hours of Visceral Manipulation courses by the Barral Institute. The InnerMovement patients were introduced to Gary and his highly skilled MyoFascial techniques in 2016. His work has brought profound benefit to patients suffering from chronic pain.
Lynsey Benesch, CMT
Lynsey Benesch, CMT
Lynsey joined the Inner Movement healing team in the summer of 2017.
She graduated as CMT from A to Z Health, Reseda, CA in 2014.
During these few short years she has gained much experience. Having worked for chiropractors since graduation, she has seen a pattern of chronic pain and tension due to our demanding life-styles of today.
To witness patients improve after receiving regular Soft Tissue Therapy sessions has been very rewarding. Knowing that she can aid with healing, pain management and increased range of motion, as well as elevating mood, she can see the benefits of Soft Tissue Therapy and has found her true calling.
Lynsey specializes in deep tissue and Swedish, focusing on neck/shoulder pain, sinus pressure/headaches, low back pain/sciatic pain and tendinitis.
During my time with InnerMovement, I have developed my prenatal technique, learning from the best prenatal chiropractor I’ve worked for, “Dr. Heidi”. It has boosted my confidence in providing optimal care for prenatal patients & prepping them for birth. I’ve been able to relieve many pregnancy related conditions such as back pain, pelvic pain, carpal tunnel and heart burn.
Lynsey can be very strong, but also has a light touch for the faint of heart. She listens and pays extra attention to her patients' needs, to provide a perfectly tailored session. She is very detailed and has an intuitive healing energy in her touch.
She graduated as CMT from A to Z Health, Reseda, CA in 2014.
During these few short years she has gained much experience. Having worked for chiropractors since graduation, she has seen a pattern of chronic pain and tension due to our demanding life-styles of today.
To witness patients improve after receiving regular Soft Tissue Therapy sessions has been very rewarding. Knowing that she can aid with healing, pain management and increased range of motion, as well as elevating mood, she can see the benefits of Soft Tissue Therapy and has found her true calling.
Lynsey specializes in deep tissue and Swedish, focusing on neck/shoulder pain, sinus pressure/headaches, low back pain/sciatic pain and tendinitis.
During my time with InnerMovement, I have developed my prenatal technique, learning from the best prenatal chiropractor I’ve worked for, “Dr. Heidi”. It has boosted my confidence in providing optimal care for prenatal patients & prepping them for birth. I’ve been able to relieve many pregnancy related conditions such as back pain, pelvic pain, carpal tunnel and heart burn.
Lynsey can be very strong, but also has a light touch for the faint of heart. She listens and pays extra attention to her patients' needs, to provide a perfectly tailored session. She is very detailed and has an intuitive healing energy in her touch.
Jenny Ortega, CMT
Jenny Ortega, CMT
Jenny is highly self-motivated and goal oriented; graduate from SoCal Health Institute in Los Angeles, CA as a licensed Massage Therapist. Jenny is also certified by NASM as a Personal Fitness Trainer which gives her a great knowledge of the human body.
Her mission is to provide therapeutic massage with professionalism and competence in an effort to cultivate the wellness of both patient and self.
Jenny has 8 years of experience in the field and uses a holistic approach to her works and fully attends each clients' needs beautifully.
Jenny is experienced in myofascial release, trigger points, prenatal, postnatal, Swedish, and specializes in deep tissue technique.
Her mission is to provide therapeutic massage with professionalism and competence in an effort to cultivate the wellness of both patient and self.
Jenny has 8 years of experience in the field and uses a holistic approach to her works and fully attends each clients' needs beautifully.
Jenny is experienced in myofascial release, trigger points, prenatal, postnatal, Swedish, and specializes in deep tissue technique.