When Dr. Stef is out of the office, she enjoys spending time with her husband, Steve, and children, Cooper and Grayson. Homeschooling, exercising, reading, farmers markets, traveling, and personal/business development are her favorite pastimes!
Dr. Stefanie is one of the first North Port Chiropractors to specialize in Pediatric and Prenatal care and is certified in the Webster Technique. She has a deep connection and passion for family care, pediatrics, and also pre-natal and post-natal mothers. The first misalignment to a person’s spine occurs during the birthing process, so it is vital to get every child’s spine examined for subluxation.
Dr. Stefanie has created a chiropractic clinic where her patients are educated and understand the value of natural chiropractic care. Evolve Chiropractic is a state-of-the-art facility utilizing advanced diagnostic tools, digital x-rays, and advanced certified adjusting techniques such as Torque Release Technique, and Webster Technique.
Dr. Stefanie received her undergraduate degree from the State University of New York College at Oneonta where she majored in dietetics and philosophy with a minor in personal training and leadership education and development. She continued her studies at New York Chiropractic College where she completed her Doctorate of Chiropractic and Masters of Science in Applied Clinical Nutrition and graduated with honors.
Dr. Stefanie Ascher is a wellness expert and uses a whole person approach when educating and empowering others on their health and wellness journey. She values the principles of chiropractic, and seeking the cause of symptoms rather than covering them up. By aligning the vertebra and removing interference to the nervous system, the body can heal, grow, and thrive. Using this unique approach, Dr. Stefanie is able to help others accelerate and/or maintain their journey to good health by making lifestyle adjustments that are needed to optimize the conditions for normal function to get the most out of life!
Thanks to chiropractic care, Steve now enjoys everyday activities he cherishes, such as golfing, engaging with his children, and relishing beach outings, free from the looming dread of migraines. Eager to share his transformative experience, he serves as a living testament to the profound impact chiropractic care can have on individuals' lives, offering hope to those grappling with headaches and migraines. Steve is deeply committed to assisting others in liberating themselves from dependency on prescriptions and embracing a happier, healthier lifestyle.
Despite undergoing numerous tests and trying various prescription medications for his migraines, Steve found no relief. It wasn't until February 2018 that he embarked on a journey of consistent neurologically based chiropractic adjustments. Under a specialized care plan, he experienced a remarkable reduction in migraine frequency, from occurring 1-2 times a month to just once a year.
Steve, a native of Cutchogue, New York, has been immersed in athletics since his formative years. With a passion ingrained from childhood, he actively participated in baseball, basketball, soccer, and hockey. Steve boasts a distinguished career as a former professional baseball player, having represented the Tampa Bay Rays and Colorado Rockies organizations. However, the rigors of athletic endeavors took a toll on his physical well-being, leading to chronic low back pain and debilitating migraines.
When she’s not at Evolve Dr. Olivia can be found at a Pilates studio, walking around Wellen park, getting a coffee, checking out a local beach, or shopping. Her favorite stores include Whole Foods, Nordstrom, Crate and Barrel, and Athleta.
Dr. Olivia joined the Evolve team based on their energy, patient care, and specificity with adjusting. I care deeply about your health and want to empower you in your wellness journey. I cannot wait to meet you!
Dr. Olivia grew up in Minnesota and went on to undergrad at University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire where she studied exercise science and did a study aboard in London focused on public health. Dr. Olivia attended chiropractic school at Life University in Marietta, GA where she focused in pediatric and pregnancy adjusting. She graduated with honors and received the Merit award for Vitalism. Dr. Olivia is Webster certified and loves seeing your entire family under care. She especially loves nervous system regulation, Pilates core work, and helping you and your littles ones adapt to everyday stressors. She has been under chiropractic care since she was a week old and has loved its benefits ever since! Whether its help with crawling, knee pain, nervous system regulation, or workout injuries Dr. Olivia has used chiropractic for it all. She has experience with TRT adjusting, drop table work for pelvis, pediatric cranial work, and pregnancy adjusting.
Maddie, a Florida native hailing from the East Coast, discovered a profound connection to chiropractic care through her transformative journey at Evolve. Previously burdened by daily migraines, she experienced rapid relief within less than a week of treatment. Starting as a patient at Evolve Chiropractic, Maddie has since ascended to the role of Office Manager.
Maddie joined Evolve in 2022 and has been a friendly, familiar face ever since, helping patients feel welcome the moment they walk in. She loves building relationships with patients and considers the Evolve team her second family. When she’s not at the front desk, you’ll probably find her skydiving, planning a spontaneous adventure, or working toward her Associate’s degree. She also has a passion for design and creativity!
Founded in 2019, Evolve Chiropractic emerged in the heart of North Port with a profound mission at its core: to revolutionize the way families experience healthcare through neurologically based chiropractic care. With a dedication to serving the community, Evolve embarked on a journey to empower individuals to take control of their health and well-being. Guided by principles of precision and specificity, Evolve Chiropractic aimed to restore balance and vitality to the nervous system, fostering holistic healing from within.
In 2022, Evolve expanded its vision with the opening of the Evolve Wellness Boutique. This new venture represented a natural extension of the chiropractic practice's commitment to health and wellness. With a focus on making healthy choices accessible and convenient, the boutique offered a curated selection of personal care and household products, supplements, and homeopathic remedies. By providing immediate access to high-quality alternatives and empowering individuals to eliminate toxins and chemicals from their daily lives, Evolve Wellness Boutique aimed to support not just physical health, but also the well-being of families and homes across the community.