Integrative Wellness Services
Wellington Wellness Clinic Grand Junction.
Wellington Wellness Clinic
Chiropractic Care with Dr. Carolyn Gochee
What is chiropractic medicine? A system of integrative medicine based on the diagnosis and manipulative treatment of misalignment of the joints, especially those of the spinal column, which are held to cause other disorders by affecting the nerves, muscles, and organs.
The nervous system regulates every other system in your body, and your spinal column surrounds and protects it. When your spine becomes irritated, it can have serious effects on your nervous system, causing everything from headaches to severe joint pain.
Dr. Carolyn Gochee is trained in chiropractic care, which uses manual therapies to help realign your spine and alleviate pain. Whether you’re trying to recover from a sports-related injury or alleviate chronic joint pain, our friendly professional staff can help.
Dr. Gochee graduated December 2003 Logan College of Chiropractic. She was awarded the Clinical Science Division Award for Logan Basic Technique. Certified in Pre Participating Physicals (Sport Physicals), Level 1 Accredited Medical Examiner for Colorado Department of Worker’s Compensation. SOT Advanced Proficiency (AP) Certification. Nutritional Certifications. Pre Participation/Sports Physical Certification. Trained N.E.T. (Neuro Emotional Component) Practitioner. AK completed 100 hours basic proficient course.
Welcome — I’m so glad you’re here.
I’m Barb Hedges, BSN, RN, NC-BC, a Board-Certified Nurse Coach and founder of Bluebird Sky Integrative Wellness. After more than 40 years in traditional nursing, I felt called to step away from the bedside and into a more holistic, heart-centered approach to care — one that honors the whole person.
Through personal experience and professional growth, I’ve come to believe deeply in the body’s natural ability to heal — especially when given the right tools, time, and support. That’s what inspired me to become a nursepreneur — blending my clinical expertise with integrative practices that address not just physical symptoms, but emotional and energetic wellness, too.
My Services
At Bluebird Sky Integrative Wellness, I offer gentle, evidence-informed modalities to support your journey toward balance and well-being:
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Holistic Lifestyle Coaching — personalized support to help you create sustainable, empowering changes
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EFT Tapping (Emotional Freedom Technique) — a powerful, self-applied stress relief tool
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Ear Seeding & Auricular Therapy — based on acupressure principles, ideal for calming anxiety and easing physical discomfort
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NADA Protocol — a specialized ear acupuncture method often used for trauma, addiction recovery, and emotional regulation
Whether you’re a caregiver, a healthcare professional feeling burnout, or simply someone navigating life’s stressors, I’m here to walk with you — gently, compassionately, and without judgment.
Why “Bluebird Sky”?
The name Bluebird Sky reflects those peaceful, expansive moments after a storm — when the clouds lift, the air clears, and there’s space to breathe again. That’s the kind of healing I strive to help others find.
Let’s Connect
If you’re curious, have questions, or feel like now might be the right time to try something new — reach out. Your wellness matters. And you’re not alone on this journey.
Dr. Rebecca Axtman, D.C. Chiropractor
Dr. Rebecca Axtman, D.C.
Dr. Rebecca Axtman attended Palmer College of Chiropractic after her children were a bit older. Her husband Bryan, of 28 years, works for the University of Denver. She was introduced to chiropractic miracles in 2014, after meeting moms who weren’t supposed to get pregnant, men released from dialysis, and children no longer suffering from seizures. Now she is seeking to bring healing to the body naturally without medications and surgery. Primary adjusting techniques include Thompson, Diversified, and Impulse.
Dr. Axtman is a dedicated chiropractor helping people maintain an active, pain-free lifestyle. With a passion for ensuring that her patients continue to enjoy the activities they love—whether it’s golfing, walking, yoga, or simply staying mobile—Dr. Axtman specializes in gentle, personalized care tailored to the unique needs of individuals. She combines her in-depth knowledge of spinal health with a deep understanding of the aging process, offering treatment options that promote long-term wellness without the need for invasive procedures. Whether you’re recovering from an injury, dealing with chronic discomfort, or simply looking to improve your mobility and posture, Dr. Axtman takes a holistic approach to help you live life on your terms. Her treatments are grounded in a patient-centered philosophy that emphasize education, empowerment, and collaboration. She works closely with each patient to develop a customized treatment plan that fits their lifestyle and goals. Dr. Axtman is also committed to educating her patients on how to prevent future injuries and optimize their physical health, ensuring they remain active and independent for years to come. When not in the clinic, Dr. Axtman enjoys hiking, biking, gardening, floating down the Colorado and spending time with family, and is passionate about promoting healthy aging in her own life and within the community.
Functional Medicine with Dr. Carolyn Gochee
Learn About Your Body With Functional Medicine
USE NATURAL METHODS TO BECOME HEALTHY
Dr. Gochee has taken hundreds of hours in this forward-thinking method of medicine that recognizes the body as one integrated system rather than a collection of independent organs. Specific blood work and/or saliva testing is ordered and analyzed using this underlying premise. Often, a patient will receive test results that are “normal,” which on the surface may indicate there is no pathology or disease, but the patient still feels “off” or “not themselves.” Using functional medicine, Dr. Gochee can find clues of pathology and underlying problems that are being missed by many healthcare professionals. She has training to help come up with a specially designed nutrition protocol for her patients.
The nervous system regulates every other system in your body, and your spinal column surrounds and protects it. When your spine becomes irritated, it can have serious effects on your nervous system, causing everything from headaches to severe joint pain.
Dr. Carolyn Gochee is trained in chiropractic care, which uses manual therapies to help realign your spine and alleviate pain. Whether you’re trying to recover from a sports-related injury or alleviate chronic joint pain, our friendly professional staff can help.
Dr. Gochee graduated December 2003 Logan College of Chiropractic. She was awarded the Clinical Science Division Award for Logan Basic Technique. Certified in Pre Participating Physicals (Sport Physicals), Level 1 Accredited Medical Examiner for Colorado Department of Worker’s Compensation. SOT Advanced Proficiency (AP) Certification. Nutritional Certifications. Pre Participation/Sports Physical Certification. Trained N.E.T. (Neuro Emotional Component) Practitioner. AK completed 100 hours basic proficient course.
Ortho-Bionomy Care with Sara Spehar
Sara Spehar, Advanced Practitioner and Registered Instructor of Ortho-Bionomy.
She has been studying bodywork since 2004 and OB since 2007. She loves Ortho-Bionomy for its gentle yet effective approach to helping the body to find harmony in all of its systems and in the layers of living in a healthy organism.
Ortho-Bionomy is a Principle-based practice, and through this, she has healed physically, mentally, and emotionally and added ease and comfort to her life. It is such a blessing to be able to share such a gift with others. Sara maintains a full-time practice in Grand Junction and teaches part-time with the Rocky Mountian Ortho-Bionomy Center.
We have the capacity to address structure and joint pain, back pain, hip/knee pain, shoulder injuries, visceral and organ disorganization, neck pain – injuries pre or post-surgery, and so much more.
Ortho-Bionomy is a neurological and structure-based bodywork that orients around Principles and Reflexes to harmonize the body in a self-corrective release mechanism.
Ortho-Bionomy with Derek McCole.
Healing is not an overnight process; it is a daily cleansing of pain, it is a daily healing of your life. – Leon Brown
Derek McCole Practitioner and Owner White Lotus Ortho-Bionomy
Ortho-Bionomy is a non-invasive, neurological- and structure-based practice that works with the body’s ability to self-correct without pain or force.
Ortho-Bionomy is a non-invasive, neurological- and structure-based practice that works with the body’s ability to self-correct without pain or force. This work may help with: Trauma, Acute/Chronic Pain, Anxiety, Structure, Back/Neck Pain, Inflammation, Visceral, Lymphatics, Circulation, Nerves, Sports Injuries, Functional Imbalance, and so much more…
1 hour Ortho-Bionomy Session
A typical session will include work to your back, arms, legs, feet, hands, head, neck, and shoulders. While Ortho-Bionomy does not have a “protocol” every session may not include the “full body” experience of other bodywork modalities. Through discussion, we will approach areas of tension and pain and see where the body “invites” us to work so that we can provide change to old body patterns and create relief. Book your 1-hour Ortho-Bionomy Session now.
Support Your Lymphatic System with Ortho-Bionomy®
Feeling sluggish, puffy, or out of balance? Ortho-Bionomy is a gentle, osteopathic-based bodywork that helps your body unwind tension, restore alignment, and stimulate natural lymphatic flow. Through subtle movements and positioning, it encourages your body’s self-correcting reflexes—promoting detoxification, reducing swelling, and enhancing immune function.
Gentle. Effective. Restorative.
Perfect for those recovering from illness, injury, or chronic stress.
Feel lighter, clearer, and more in tune with your body—naturally.
Schedule a Session Today!
(970) 623-5104
Jeannie Dunn, Ed. D.
Irlen® diagnostician, clinic director
After becoming a certified Irlen® Screener in 1989, Jeannie used The Irlen® Method to help students improve their reading skills.
Irlen® diagnosis appointments with Jeannie Dunn, Ed. D.
About Irlen® Syndrome
What does your typical Irlen® Syndrome client look like?
Irlen® Syndrome symptoms include headaches, academic or reading difficulties, severe light sensitivity – especially to fluorescent lighting, and difficulties with concentration or staying focused on tasks. Our clients range in age from 6 to 75 years of age. Irlen Syndrome is genetic and runs in families. It can also be acquired through head trauma such as concussions or a traumatic brain injury.
Here is an example of Irlen® Syndrome distortions…
What is the first step?
The first thing we do is to determine if the person has Irlen® Syndrome. It affects 15-20 % of the general population, almost half of individuals with reading difficulties and migraine headaches, and many individuals identified with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Many people are misdiagnosed with dyslexia or ADHD when the underlying factor of their learning challenges is Irlen Syndrome.
If I think I have Irlen® Syndrome how do I find out?
We will have you complete a self-test of symptoms of Irlen® Syndrome. In reviewing the self-test with you, we look at the difficulties that you currently have.
How long does an Irlen® screening take?
The next step is to complete a screening, which takes approximately 90 minutes. The screening determines if you have Irlen® Syndrome, the types of visual distortions, reading difficulties, and physical symptoms you are experiencing, and the color of overlay to alleviate those symptoms when you are reading or viewing printed information. The screening also help to determine if you are a good candidate for Irlen® Spectral Filters.
Contact us
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(970) 549-4241
Our Location
2530 N. 8th St. #206
Grand Junction, CO 81501