First Step Family Chiropractic
Welcome to First Step Family Chiropractic in Whitby, where Dr. Tricia Kennedy and her dedicated team focus on helping patients achieve optimal health and wellness. With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Kennedy and her all-female staff are committed to providing a comfortable environment for every member of the family, from newborns to seniors.
At First Step Family Chiropractic, we understand that many individuals seek care to relieve pain. However, our goal goes beyond just pain relief; we aim to educate and empower our patients to unlock their true health potential naturally. Our extensive array of services includes chiropractic adjustments, massage therapy, naturopathic medicine, psychotherapy, and acupuncture, tailored to meet the unique needs of each patient.
Our family-friendly clinic features a welcoming atmosphere with accessible Hi-Lo adjusting tables and a dedicated kids’ area, ensuring that everyone feels at home. We celebrate a holistic approach to health, believing in treating the whole person rather than just addressing symptoms.
Whether your aspirations include living pain-free, enhancing your athletic performance, or simply maintaining your well-being, we are here to support you every step of the way. Book your free 10-minute consultation today, or use our convenient online appointment system to take the first step towards a healthier you!
Opening hours
- sunday: (closed)
- monday: 9h-18h
- tuesday: 9h-18h
- wednesday: 9h-18h
- thursday: 9h-13h
- friday: 9h-13h
- saturday: (closed)
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First Step Family Chiropractic: Reviews
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Reviews on Google
5,0 out of 5 from 64 reviews
Fantastic experience: Always welcoming and provides excellent care. Allows me to be able to continue to play all the sports I love.
Fantastic experience: Dr. Tricia is amazing! I was initially hesitant to receive chiropractic care, but I was desperate for some relief. From my very first visit, Dr. Tricia made me feel completely comfortable. She patiently walked me through every step, explained each device and treatment, and made sure I understood what she was doing throughout the entire appointment. I am extremely grateful that I decided to give it a try! My body feels amazing, and I’m moving with significantly less pain. I was honestly shocked by the amount of relief I felt after my very first visit, and I’m already noticing such a positive change after only a couple more. I can’t wait to see how much better I feel as I continue my care. If you’re hesitant about chiropractic care like I was, I highly recommend giving Dr. Tricia a chance.
Fantastic experience: I’ve been taking my newborn to see Dr. Tricia since he was just a couple of weeks old and we always have a great experience. Dr. Tricia is kind, gentle and understanding when treating my baby. Adjustments are quick and painless and baby always seems relaxed and comfortable throughout and after the appointment. We have seen great improvement in his head turn preference and gassiness since being treated regularly by her. We can’t thank you enough Dr. Tricia and team!!
Hi Paige, thank you for your review! We certainly love taking care of your little guy and are so glad his symptoms have improved with his chiropractic adjustments.
Fantastic experience: Always a great visit, been coming here for more than 20 years. Fast, friendly, and detailed. Easy to book online. Thanks for taking care of us for so many years!
Thank you for your review Brad! It’s so amazing to have been seeing you for so long and to now have the privilege of caring for your wife and kids too!
Fantastic experience: Dr. Trish is awesome. She takes her time to do her chiropractic adjustment. She never rush the treatment and I always felt better after my adjustments. Adrianne make us feel comfortable all the time and is very nice and accomodating.
Thank you for your review Babette! We are so glad you are happy with our services and we enjoy taking care of you and your family!
Fantastic experience: Dr Trish is an amazing family chiropractor- our whole family are clients it’s helpful for us all to maintain good posture, reduce tension and maintain good health. Our kids are 9 and 11 and I was surprised how much should tension they have. Big improvement to posture with chiropractic treatment
Thank you Natalie, I have loved taking care of your family over the years and can’t believe how big your boys have grown since I first started adjusting them! I’m glad we are able to help keep your whole family healthy and active.
Fantastic experience: Took my 5 year old to Dr. Tricia and she has been so amazing! Great with my son, friendly and takes it at his pace! Great communication all around and I highly recommend this chiropractic clinic!
Thank you Maggie, we love taking care of your son and enjoy your visits to the office.
Fantastic experience: Dr. Tricia has been amazing. She really helped fix my back and made a huge difference in how I feel day to day. She’s professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cares about her patients. Highly recommend!
Thank you Peyton for your review! We are so happy that you healed so quickly and are feeling better every day!
Fantastic experience: Was able to get into a last minute slot, the appointment was on time and Trish was great in providing relief. Thank you!
We are so glad we were able to acccommodate you and that you are feeling better!
Fantastic experience: Dr Tricia has been treating my new baby since he was one week old. He suffered from colic and someone from my baby group recommended her. It has been 4 months and I feel like he is a different child. after each adjustment he seemed more relaxed and happier, he slept better and so did I. why did I not learn of this place sooner
Hi Anne, we are so happy you found chiropractic care for your baby and that he has responded so well to his adjustments! It’s a pleasure to care for families like yours.
Fantastic experience: I have been going here since last summer and the team here is incredible. I went in initially for chiropractic (Dr. Tricia is great), learned that they also have a naturopathic doctor (Dr. Chatten - she is super knowledgeable) and most recently a massage therapist (Elain - her massages are incredibly healing and relaxing)... I can see everyone in one visit which makes taking care of my health very convenient. I 100% recommend this very caring team. And if you live in the Queens Common area, you can walk there!
Thank you Eva for your review! We are so glad you have been able to utilize our different health care options and are happy with your care.
Fantastic experience: Best Chiropractic place East and West of the Mississippi
Thank you for your review Evan! It was so nice to finally meet you and we look forward to continuing with your chiropractic care. We just need to work on getting your Mom adjusted again!!!
Fantastic experience: Dr. Trish is an amazing chiropractor. Professional and skilled. Kindness exudes all those who work at First Step Chiropractic. Understanding professional and caring.
Thank you Lisa! We love seeing you and your Dad every week!
Fantastic experience: Dr. Kennedy, Elaine and the receptionists are so friendly and helpful. So glad I found them!
Thank you Michelle for your review! We love taking care of you and your son.
Fantastic experience: Dr. Kennedy's the best chiropractic doctor I know. Patient and great with children. She takes her time to assess what treatment is needed. No rush atmosphere and price is reasonable.
Thank you for your review Johnny! I can’t believe I’ve been your chiropractor for 20 years! It’s such a privilege to now get to adjust your wife and three children as well.
Fantastic experience: Fantastic service!
Thank you for your review Matt! We love taking care of you and your family!
Fantastic experience: Dr. Tricia is fantastic! Highly recommend for all ages.
Thank you for your review Stephanie! We love taking care of you and your son!
Fantastic experience: I had a really positive experience at this clinic! I came in for a deep tissue massage, and it exceeded my expectations. Elaine was highly skilled and very professional, taking the time to understand where I was holding tension and adjusting the pressure accordingly. It was very thorough; intense at times, but incredibly effective. After the session, I felt noticeably looser and had a significant reduction in pain and stiffness, especially in my shoulders and lower back. If you’re looking for a therapeutic massage rather than just a light relaxation session, I would definitely recommend this place. I’ll be coming back!
Thank you for your review Keilin! We are so happy that you enjoyed your massage and look forward to seeing you again soon. We also think Elain is the best!
Fantastic experience: Elain, the practices masseuse, is incredibly skilled in her craft. She takes her time making sure that you get the care and attention you need to fix everything that might be hurting. With clear communication and professional understanding of when to have a chat and when to really let you sink into your massage, I absolutely couldn’t recommend her more. All the staff are incredibly friendly and always there to answer any questions or concerns I might have. It truly feels like a place for family.
Thank you for your review Stella! We are so glad you enjoy your massages with Elain and have enjoyed your experiences in our clinic.
Fantastic experience: Trish and the First Step team are incredible. We have been going for over a year and we feel great! Also, I highly recommend First Step for kids! Their energy is boosted and they are less prone to catching all those viruses out there. Thanks First Step Team.
Thank you for your review Markian! We enjoy keeping you and your family healthy and love the energy and smiles your family brings when you visit.
Fantastic experience: I’ve had a massage and a chiropractic adjustment. Both experiences were a 10/10! Dr Kennedy is gentle and constantly checking in to make sure there is no pain or discomfort. Elain the massage therapists room is set up amazingly it’s so relaxing and easy to fall asleep! I left first step family chiropractic feeling like a new person! My body aches and pains have gotten significantly better since starting treatment!
Thank you for you review Dana! We love keeping you feeling great and able to keep doing all the activities you love to do.
Fantastic experience: First step is amazing it has helped with my back pain so much and the receptionist made my life so easy
Thank you for your review Caden! We are so happy your are experiencing less back pain with your chiropractic adjustments and massages.
Fantastic experience: Great clinic with awesome staff. Highly recommended.
Thank you Shan for your review! We love taking care of you and your family.
Fantastic experience: Such a warm and friendly environment. Dr.Tricia is great knows her work well and is personable while she treats you.
Thanks for your review Leigh-Anne! We love having you as a patient.
Fantastic experience: Dr. Jayne-Ann Chatten is incredibly knowledgable and passionate about helping people. Adrienne the medical secretary is a dream of professionalism and friendliness and going above and beyond.
Thank you Lisa for your review! We are pleased to hear of your positive experiences at our office and look forward to seeing you again soon.
Fantastic experience: DR. Tricia and Victoria are both so lovely and professional! I highly recommend going to them for any chiropractic needs. Every appointment is a positive experience and my back is feeling better and better each time I go!
Thanks for your review Haylee!
Fantastic experience: From my very first appointment they made me feel at ease. Definitely not just a number. Highly recommend Dr Tricia Kennedy and the team at First Step!
Thanks for your review Nicole!
Fantastic experience: I am a patience of Dr. Tricia now since 5 years and I love her treatment and the very friendly atmosphere in her clinic.
Thanks for your review Marc!
Fantastic experience: We love First Step Chiro! The staff treat us like family and are always kind, accommodating, and great with our little one!
Thanks for your review Lauren! We love seeing you and your family.
Fantastic experience: Love the massage by Shannon! Excellent location, neat and clean!
Thanks for your review Anu!
Fantastic experience: Great clinic with great people. Dr Tricia helps me feel better every time I get adjusted. Highly recommend this practice.
Thanks Jennifer! We love taking care of you and Sean!
Fantastic experience: Dr Chatten has been phenomenal. She listens to you and delves into your concerns. Truly amazing and would recommend.
Thank you for your review Cindy!
Fantastic experience: It is the best place for a Chiro and Massage .. I felt so relaxed... Staff are so welcoming and much recommended and I have been here already three times and looking forward for more
We are looking forward to seeing you more too!
Fantastic experience: Dr. Trish keeps me going. She addresses every issue I may have and fixes me so that I can do all the things.
Thanks Colleen! I love seeing you every week and helping you to continue doing “all the things”
Fantastic experience: This is a wonderful multi disciplinary practice for the whole family. Chiropractic care, massage and Naturopathic medicine. We enjoy seeing Dr. Trisha who takes her time to listen to her patients and their bodies needs for a great adjustment. Shannon is a wonderful massage therapist who will assist you in achieving a wonderful relaxing treatment or will really work out those stress knots! If you are looking for a caring centre to take care of your families healthcare, look no further then First Step Family Chiropractic! Victoria will take your call and give you a warm welcome to the clinic.
Thank you Janet! We love taking care of you and your family!
Fantastic experience: Was in need of a tuneup adjustment and had a perfect experience getting some needed relief. Highly recommend with Tricia
Always happy to give you a tuneup adjustment Scott!
Fantastic experience: Dr Chatten is nothing short of a miracle worker. I have been a patient of hers for many years. She did more for me in the first year than my endocrinologist did in 10 (for PCOS). Victoria (receptionist) is always pleasant and the office is comfortable with soft lighting.
Thank you for your review!
Fantastic experience: I have received wonderful care for a chronic back issue that I have struggled with for years. I have really improved, and my treatments have helped my overall wellbeing. I’m very thankful for Dr. Tricia Kennedy and the wonderful team here, highly recommend!
Thank you for your review!
Fantastic experience: Thank you Dr.Tricia for the amazing adjustment. Haven’t felt better in a long time, literally feel like a heavy weight has been lifted off my shoulders ! You are so so amazing at what you do !
I’m so glad you are feeling better! Thanks so much for your review.
Fantastic experience: Tricia has done a great job at relieving my discomfort
I’m so glad you are feeling better!
Fantastic experience: The staff are very friendly & helpful. They really care!
Thanks for your review Catherine!
Fantastic experience: I have never felt better since coming to see Dr.Tricia.
Thanks for your review Shawna!
Fantastic experience: Amazing clinic! Super friendly and welcoming environment. Fantastic staff and great service.
Thanks for your review Natasha!
Fantastic experience: Very professional and effective. Always a happy face and excellent service.
Thanks for your review!
Fantastic experience: great service and time of schedule is respected
Thanks for your review Roderic!
Fantastic experience: My job involves standing for hours at a time . I’ve been receiving massage therapy for several years from Shannon and it’s the only thing that’s ever relieved my back pain .
Thanks for your review! Shannon is the best!
Fantastic experience: Very pleasant office! Never have to wait, everyone is so friendly. And the best part is I'm actually feeling so much better!! Dr. Tricia is fantastic.
Thanks for your review! We are so glad you are feeling better!
Fantastic experience: Best Chiro and Massage therapist I've come across. The service is great and Victoria is super helpful :)
Thanks for your review Devon!
Fantastic experience: First Step is organized, thorough and very professional. I always have a great experience and always leave feeling better than when I walked in.
Thank you Jason, I’m glad you have been doing so well with your chiropractic care!
Fantastic experience: First Step Family Chiropractic has been providing my health care for the last few years and they are all fantastic and very professional! But especially Shannon who has been providing therapeutic massages for me the last few years. What a difference she has made in my health and wellbeing!
Thank you Rick, we think Shannon is the best too!
Fantastic experience: Thankyou for your 5 star ⭐️ ongoing care, support & treatments for our family
Thank you Barb, we love taking care of you and your family.
Fantastic experience: Another wonderful adjustment. My headache, which has been with me for a couple of days, gone!
I’m so happy to hear that Lisa Marie!
Fantastic experience: Dr. Kennedy and the team at First Step are amazing! They are all so kind and patient with myself and my children who come in for appointments. Great atmosphere, great treatments. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for chiropractic care or assessment.
Thank you Lindsey! We love taking care of you and your family.
Fantastic experience: Dr Trisha is lovely. She has a way of making you feel comfortable and she really does take care of you. It’s a wonderful atmosphere and her chiro assistant Victoria is also awesome. Would recommend
Thank you Aleena! We love taking care of you and your family!
Fantastic experience: We love visiting the clinic for all of our needs! My husband and I both get regular massages with Shannon and we see Dr. Tricia for our chiro adjustments. Victoria is super efficient and very friendly! We feel very welcomed when we are there! I also love the fact that the clinic is right in the neighbourhood so I can walk to it.
Thank you for your review! It’s a pleasure to take care of you both.
Fantastic experience: “Always love coming here! Relaxed atmosphere with the best staff (Dr. Tricia and Victoria). Always on the ball and always walk away feeling better in more ways than one! Thank you for all you do guys”
Thank you for your review! We love looking after you and your family!
Fantastic experience: Dr.Tricia operates a wonderful and inclusive clinic for those of all ages, backgrounds, life stages, and abilities. All staff are extremely pleasant, happy to see you and understanding of all comfort levels when it comes to adjustments. I appreciate that Dr.Tricia has built initial x-rays into your patient care program as this was an extremely important aspect to what I was looking for in a Chiropractor. Highly recommend First Step Family Chiropractic!!
Thank you Kira for your review. We are so happy you are pleased with your care and love taking care of you and your family!
Fantastic experience: Dr. Tricia Kennedy has been a key part to my long term health goals. As someone who seeks chiro from a preventive/maintenance perspective, I definitely benefit from her knowledge, skill, and her pleasant, positive attitude. The combination of chiropractic, massage therapy with Shannon who is amazing, and the accommodating, cheerfulness of Victoria at the front desk make First Step a winning team for anyone genuinely wants to live life better.
Thank you for your review Alex! We love keeping you functioning at your best.
Fantastic experience: I love my First Step Family!!
We love the Marler Family!
Fantastic experience: After seeing Dr. Tricia after an injury, I was impressed with her attentiveness and support, as well as the improvement I experienced under her care. She really makes an effort to create a safe and professional environment for her patients.
Thank you for your review! We are so glad you experienced such positive outcomes with us!
Fantastic experience: I have been to a number of Chiropractors but Dr. Tricia is by far the best! My back hasn’t felt this good in years! Dr. Tricia, Victoria and the entire staff make the office a very welcoming and warm environment that I highly recommend.
Thanks for your review Tracy! We are so glad you are feeling great!
Fantastic experience: One of the best clinics I’ve been to. Dr. Tricia and the reception staff treat you with the most utmost respect and like you’re family. My health concerns were always treated as a priority and taken seriously. The way this clinic values their patients is something special. Can not recommend this place enough. Thank you Dr. Tricia and staff for putting me back together!
Thank you for your review Tristan! We are so happy you are feeling better!
Fantastic experience: Dr. Tricia and Shannon are a the best around.
Thank you for your review!
Fantastic experience: Dr. Tricia Kennedy and the First Step Family are always in tune with your natural health needs, be it first-rate chiropractic care, naturopath advice, or a healing massage. I can't say enough good things about Dr. Kennedy and her staff. Truly a caring, kind, and patient-friendly environment for all ages and stages of patient.
Thank you for your review! We are glad you feel so comfortable and cared for in our clinic.
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