Our Team
Meet the people who make The Natural Life feel like home
Care here is personal. Our team brings together chiropractic care, massage therapy, colonic hydrotherapy, wellness services, and a friendly front office—all under one roof in downtown Dalton.
Dr. Dan DeReuter
Chiropractor
Dr. Dan has served the Dalton community for more than 25 years. His approach is attentive, practical, and centered on the individual. He also developed DeFT, a technique shaped by decades of hands-on experience and an intuitive understanding of the body.
Debbie Puryear
Colonic Hydrotherapist
Debbie provides colonic hydrotherapy, electro-lymphatic therapy, and ionic foot detox sessions. She helps clients feel comfortable, informed, and cared for throughout each visit.
Nadia Jones
Massage Therapist
Nadia offers therapeutic massage, cupping, and prenatal massage. She tailors each session to the person in front of her, whether the goal is focused bodywork or time to slow down and reset.
Elaine Mendez
Massage Therapist
A longtime Dalton resident, Elaine brings a warm, grounded presence to her massage work and to the community she serves. To schedule an appointment, you can reach out to her at 706-260-8636.
Kathleen Vlodek
Massage Therapist
Kathleen brings creativity and personality to everything she does. An artist and musician as well as a massage therapist, she offers thoughtful care with an unmistakably down-to-earth style. To schedule an appointment, you can reach out to her at 423-994-5750
Jerry Venis
Massage Therapist
Jerry specializes in neuromuscular massage and deeper, more focused bodywork. His sessions are designed around each client’s needs and comfort level. To schedule an appointment, you can reach out to her at 423-715-2834
Mari
Office Manager
Mari keeps both the store and practice running smoothly. She coordinates the many moving parts behind the scenes, so your visit feels easy from start to finish.
Kayleigh
Front Desk
Kayleigh is often the friendly voice you hear on the phone and one of the first people to welcome you when you arrive.
Amanda Hedgewood
Spinal Flow Practitioner
Amanda offers Spinal Flow, a gentle, light-touch somatic practice designed to help the body settle from accumulated stress, physical tension, and nervous system overload. Her calm, non-invasive approach uses no cracking or intense pressure, making it an inviting option for those seeking support with stiffness or chronic stress.

Melissa Gallman
Healing Touch & Reiki Practitioner
Melissa began her healing journey as a nurse, inspired by a mission trip to Belize at age 15. Her passion for helping others led her to explore energy healing, earning certifications in Healing Touch through Healing Beyond Borders and in Reiki. She combines her nursing background with energy-healing training to support others on their wellness journeys.
General Chang
Office Protector
General Chang takes his role seriously: watching over the office, greeting familiar faces, and listening patiently when someone needs to “whine” a little.
Not sure where to begin?
Call us and we’ll help you choose the right service or practitioner.
Book an appointment or call 706-529-1149.


