CT Certification Course & Therapeutic Modalities

Brenda Holland

DC, DICCP

Dr. Brenda Holland is a highly respected and dedicated pediatric and family chiropractor based in Germantown, Wisconsin, with a profound commitment to enhancing the quality of life for families through proactive chiropractic care. She earned her Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 2003, following her undergraduate studies at the University of Whitewater. Dr. Holland has further distinguished herself with a Diplomate in Clinical Chiropractic Pediatrics (DICCP), signifying her advanced specialization in the unique chiropractic needs of pregnant individuals, infants, children, and adolescents. Throughout her career, Dr. Holland has been a passionate advocate for a vitalistic approach to health, emphasizing that true wellness stems from proper movement, function, and a proactive lifestyle rather than solely relying on reactive treatments. She empowers her patients with tools and recommendations for exercise, stretching, nutrition, stress management, and optimal spinal health. Her expertise extends to addressing a wide array of pediatric conditions, including ADD/ADHD, colic, torticollis, ear infections, bed-wetting, digestive problems, allergies, asthma, and seizures, demonstrating her comprehensive understanding of children's health. Dr. Holland is a recognized leader within the chiropractic profession, holding prominent positions such as the Immediate Past President and 2nd Vice President of ChiroCongress. She is an active member of the Wisconsin Chiropractic Association, the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA), and the International Council on Chiropractic Pediatrics. As a sought-after speaker, Dr. Holland shares her extensive knowledge on prenatal and pediatric chiropractic care, family wellness, and empowering chiropractors to support patients across all life stages. She has presented at significant events including the ChiroCongress Mid-Year Live Virtual Event, the 2020 ChiroCongress Virtual Convention, the Wisconsin Chiropractic Association's Spring Convention, and McLeod Seminars II, and has been featured on the WholisticMatters podcast discussing maternal and pediatric wellness.

Wendy Varish

DC, FIANM(US), DACO, CCSP, CCOHC, MCS-P, FACO

Dr. Wendy Varish is an accomplished chiropractor and educator, having graduated Salutatorian, Summa Cum Laude from National College of Chiropractic after attending the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She holds a B.S. in Science and Human Biology and a Doctorate Degree in Chiropractic. Dr. Varish has further distinguished herself with numerous advanced certifications, including Diplomate of the Academy of Chiropractic Orthopedists (DACO), Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician (CCSP), Certified Chiropractic Occupational Health Consultant (CCOHC), and Medicare Compliance Specialist-Provider (MCS-P). She is also a Fellow of the Academy of Chiropractic Orthopedists (FACO) and the International Academy of Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine (FIANM(US)). Recognized as the WCA's 2021 Wisconsin Chiropractor of the Year, Dr. Varish is a national speaker who teaches a wide array of continuing education courses for chiropractors, physical therapists, and staff. Her teaching topics encompass physiological therapeutics, light therapy/photobiomodulation, rehabilitation, anatomy, radiology, nutrition, and various clinical conditions and issues. She is also an instructor for Wisconsin's Chiropractic Technician and Chiropractic Radiological Technician certification courses and has served as an Adjunct Instructor at Lakeland University, teaching Medical Terminology. In her clinical practice at Howards Grove Chiropractic, Dr. Varish specializes in family care, sports injuries, work injuries, nutrition, and pediatrics. She employs a diverse range of techniques tailored to individual patient needs, including Diversified, Gonstead, Activator, and Thompson. Her practice also incorporates advanced modalities such as dry needling, manipulation under anesthesia (MUA), therapeutic exercise, nutritional counseling, traction, and the Protec Spine Floating Manipulation Therapy unit. Beyond her professional roles, Dr. Varish has held significant leadership positions, including Past-President and Board of Director of the Wisconsin Chiropractic Association and Past-President of the Wisconsin Back Society. She has also volunteered as an on-field doctor and trainer for high school football teams.