Carley Pagels

Dr. Carley earned her Doctorate of Chiropractic from Life University in Fall 2020. A proud Michigan native, she attended Michigan State University where she received her Bachelor of Science degree. Growing up as a “Chiro Kid,” Dr. Carley experienced firsthand the power of a clear, connected nervous system. Though Chiropractic school was on her radar as early as high school, she hesitated—unsure about the eight-year educational path and the thought of moving far from family. Instead, she chose to study Sustainability at Michigan State. In 2013, after a waterskiing accident and the ongoing stress of student life, she began suffering from severe, chronic headaches. It wasn’t until she returned to chiropractic care that she found real relief. That life-changing experience reignited her calling: to help others heal through chiropractic. Dr. Carley believes that regular adjustments restore a natural sense of balance in the brain and body—and that everyone deserves to experience that fullness of life. Though she’s been “out of pain” for years, she continues to find growth and breakthrough through chiropractic care. With over five years of experience working with pregnant women and infants, Dr. Carley is deeply passionate about family wellness. She has witnessed time and again the profound difference that chiropractic care makes—especially when second-time moms share how much easier their pregnancies and postpartum recoveries were with regular adjustments. She hopes to support more first-time moms in having smoother, more connected experiences. One of her greatest joys is watching a once-fussy infant relax completely during their first gentle adjustment—it never gets old. A lifelong learner, Dr. Carley is dedicated to mastering both the art and science of chiropractic. Her hands-on approach emphasizes ease and safety, believing that the brain and body must feel secure for meaningful change to occur. She has studied tonal techniques such as Bio-Geometric Integration, Logan Basic, and Sacro Occipital Technique (SOT), all of which use subtle input to create significant shifts in the nervous system. She also integrates drop table, cranial work, extremity adjustments, and Activator into her care. She is Webster trained, and often works with perinatal populations. Outside the office, Dr. Carley and her husband love spending time outdoors—paddling on the lake, hiking with their dog Alex, or exploring new places. Committed to holistic living, she often tends to her backyard organic garden or cooks nourishing meals from scratch. Lately, she’s also learning to golf to keep up with her husband! Grateful for the opportunity to serve and share LIFE through chiropractic, Dr. Carley is passionate about helping others live fully, thrive naturally, and heal deeply.