Dr. Mel grew up in Onamia, Minnesota and was active in high school and college, participating in track and cross country. She majored in exercise science at the University of Mary in Bismarck, North Dakota. While there, she was a three-time NCAA Division II National Champion and a 12-time All-American.
Seeking a health care profession that took a holistic approach, Dr. Mel discovered that chiropractic was a perfect fit. She attended Northwestern Health Sciences University where she learned about treating the cause of an injury or condition rather than masking symptoms as so many medications do.

During her internship, she saw firsthand the effects chiropractic care had on her patients and became excited to open her own practice. At Imperial Family Chiropractic, Dr. Mel often sees active individuals and athletes. She is certified in Graston and Rock Tape®.

When she’s not at the office, Dr. Mel stays busy with the Twin Cities Track Club. She runs on the weekends and enjoys checking out area restaurants and breweries.

Dr. Brening grew up in Coon Rapids, MN participating in multiple youth sports (primarily baseball) before moving to Farmington, MN for high school where he focused primarily on weight lifting. During his undergrad he was originally contracted with the Air Force to pursue physics, but a back injury of unknown injury required surgery and shifted his degree path to Kinesiology at the University of Minnesota. Following that he pursued a degree in chiropractic eventually becoming a 2020 graduate of Northwestern Health Sciences University.

His first exposure to chiropractic was in undergrad while working off medical bills where his surgical site started experiencing pain again. This experience was what inspired the later career change as he responded well to the adjustments and even more so with the coinciding physical rehabilitation he was shown. His personal experience and schooling has led to an emphasis of treatment to not only correct joint dysfunction, but to give you the tools you need to teach the muscles how to stabilize the region(s) and keep you moving healthily longer. He has learned that all ages and activities levels experience stress that can benefit from chiropractic care and he strives to do unto others that has been done for him.

When not in clinic, Dr. Brening can be found in a weight room, zoning out on walks, consuming high-fantasy (DnD, Lord of the Rings, The Stormlight Archive) and Anime media, and enjoying though sometimes yelling at online gaming on his personally built PC.

Jen returns to our office as the new Office Manager! She will also be doing some limited focused massage work. Please call ahead and speak with her to book!

She has lived all over the country including Hawaii, Oregon and Montana. She enjoys being back in Minnesota, where she is closer to family. Jen enjoys being outside and hiking but not so much in the winter months.




Linsey has been practicing massage therapy since December 2009. She attended Everest Institute’s massage therapy program in Eagan, MN. She graduated with honors in February 2010.

Linsey is a therapeutically based therapist, meaning she listens to the clients needs and together with the client forms a plan to achieve each individuals goals. Some techniques used are Myofascial release, trigger point, deep tissue, and stretching.

Linsey grew up in Michigan and moved to Minnesota in 2003. She has two sons and two dogs, which keep her busy during the week. Outside of the office, Linsey enjoys outdoor activities and live music.

After working in corporate finance and accounting, KC chose a much more satisfying (for her) career path – Chinese Medicine. KC’s heritage lies in service of helping to heal using Chinese Medicine through her southern Chinese and Taiwanese lineage and current family members who heal using QiGong and other Chinese Medicine modalities. KC followed in the footsteps of her family healers and graduated with a Master of Acupuncture and a Doctorate of Chinese Medicine from Northwestern Health Sciences University in Bloomington, Minnesota.

KC offers acupuncture, TuiNa, fire cupping, GuaSha, and enjoys the challenge of prescribing herbal formulas.

KC loves playing broomball and says that Minnesota winters have passed much quicker after she began playing. She also enjoys rock climbing, camping, traveling, foreign languages, writing, learning, and spending time in nature.

With an Associate’s Degree in Swedish Relaxation and Clinical Therapeutic Massage, I bring a holistic and intuitive approach to bodywork. I’m certified in Manual Lymphatic Drainage, Prenatal Massage, Hand and Foot Reflexology, Reiki, Cancer Massage, and Client-Participation Stretching for Athletes. My work is rooted in both experience and empathy.

After living with chronic migraines for 15 years and finding limited relief through western medicine, I turned to massage as a way to heal. While it wasn’t always a cure, it offered something deeply needed—nurturing, compassionate touch. That experience guides my practice to this day.

Each session is customized based on your physical and emotional needs. Whether you’re managing pain, stress, or simply need a reset, I aim to create a safe, supportive space to help you reconnect with your body and feel your best.

LeAnna has been a Massage Therapist since 2009 and is passionate about helping others through the healing touch of massage. Her modalities include Trigger Point Therapy, Myofascial Release, deep tissue, and her passion is Prenatal Massage. She tailors each massage to the body’s particular need, taking the body into consideration each time and meeting your needs where you are at at that moment.
She received her Associates Degree in Applied Science in Massage Therapy, Phoenix Community College in Arizona. She has massaged in Arizona, Texas, and Now Minnesota.
Her 3 children keep her constantly learning and growing, and looking at life in a new perspective.

I am a trauma-informed Massage Therapist who specializes in personalized, evidence-based treatments that prioritize each client’s individual needs and well-being. I completed my Therapeutic Massage Certification in April 2025 and will earn my Associate of Applied Science in Massage Therapy from Northwestern Health Sciences University by August 2025.
My clinical education includes Anatomy and Physiology, Pathology, Medical Terminology, Hydrotherapy, Nutrition, Craniosacral Therapy, Reflexology, Massage Therapy for Special Populations, Insurance Billing, Sports Massage, Foundations of Healing Touch 1, and more. Through my clinical rotations, including my internship at DeRusha Clinic (NWHSU clinic), I have honed my skills in working with diverse populations, mastering techniques tailored to specific needs, and navigating the evolving role of massage therapy in healthcare.
I specialize in integrating modalities such as myofascial release, deep tissue massage, trigger point therapy, lymphatic drainage, and craniosacral therapy. My technique is characterized by a gentle, patient touch that allows the body to relax and release tension. I focus on “melting” into the tissue, using slow, deliberate movements to encourage deep relaxation and facilitate the body’s natural healing process. With a combination of technical expertise, compassion, and ongoing professional growth, I strive to provide transformative care that empowers clients on their healing journey.

Jenny joined the team in 2021. She was born and raised in Minnesota. She grew up on a dairy farm with 6 siblings. She has always loved animals and nature. In her spare time, she also works at Brand Farms in the summer and fall. Jenny enjoys hanging out with her family and kitties.

Allie loves a good pet and treats. She is a pretty lazy dog but enjoys short walks with her humans.