Meet the Doctors
Dr. Susan Mitchell
As a teen, I suffered with migraine headaches and recurring bronchitis that impacted the quality of my daily life.
“After numerous medical doctor visits with no results, I decided that I would consult with a chiropractor and underwent a series of adjustments at the age of 16. Before I knew it, my headaches and recurring bronchitis were gone. I was amazed at the body’s ability to heal itself!. I haven’t had a migraine or bronchitis since.”
After graduating from Normal Community High School, Dr. Mitchell began a job as a Chiropractic Assistant in Normal, Illinois where she was able to gain valuable experience in all aspects of patient care. During this time, she completed her pre-requisite course work at Illinois State University, and was then accepted at Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa. After graduating in 1996, Dr. Mitchell returned to the Bloomington/Normal area. With her dedication she has helped thousands of people over the last 27 years.
In November 2022, the entire team of doctors successfully completed the 80-Hours of postdoctoral training sponsored by the Life University Department of Postgraduate Education and The Pediatric Experience and passed all exams and the final practicals! This granted them all the Certificate of Proficiency in Pediatric and Family Chiropractic and assures our community that the specialized care received here at Mitchell Family Chiropractic is truly world-class and encompasses the whole family!
Dr. Kasey Riesberg
Dr. Kasey is a born Iowa-native whose passion is working with children at a young age.
“When I was 14 I needed chiropractic care myself when my hips became so imbalanced I could barely walk! After 2 weeks I knew I wanted to help kids just like my chiropractors helped me!” Since then she graduated Palmer College of Chiropractic in 2013. She was Valedictorian while getting her specialty in prenatal and pediatrics chiropractic (DICCP) in 2019.”
Then in November 2022, the entire team of doctors at MFC successfully completed the 80-Hours of postdoctoral training sponsored by the Life University Department of Postgraduate Education and The Pediatric Experience and passed all exams and the final practicals! This granted them the Certificates of Proficiency in Pediatric and Family Chiropractic and assures our community that the specialized care received here at Mitchell Family Chiropractic is truly world-class and encompasses the whole family!
I have been blessed with an amazing husband and two little ones. My experiences as a mother and pediatric expert have shaped how I practice and I can’t wait to further serve the wonderful Bloomington-Normal community!”
Dr. Jeff Schmidgall
My first exposure to chiropractic was when I was a senior in college. I was involved in athletics from the time I was little and as a result, I was injured from time to time. My mid-back was first injured when I was playing basketball in junior high. I never sought treatment for my back pain and it occurred many times as I continued to play various sports. My final year of college, I re-injured my back to the point that I had difficulty sleeping. Fortunately, I was informed about a local chiropractor who treated sports injuries. Within a few weeks of treatment, my pain resolved. I continued to get treatment to improve the function of my nervous system until deciding to become a chiropractor myself in early 2010.
My family is originally from Central Illinois. I was raised near Groveland and attended Peoria Christian High School as well as Bradley University. My undergraduate degree is a Bachelor of Arts in music. I enjoy playing various musical instruments including piano, bass guitar, acoustic guitar, and violin. I am a classically trained violinist and have played with many symphonies including the Peoria Symphony.
While at Bradley, I had the opportunity to tour Denmark, Sweden, Germany, and Italy. I actually met my wife while in Florence, Italy. We have five children and live in Morton, Illinois. After finishing my degree at Bradley I attended Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport IA and have been practicing in IL since graduation.
Then in November 2022, our entire team of doctors at MFC successfully completed the 80-Hours of postdoctoral training sponsored by the Life University Department of Postgraduate Education and The Pediatric Experience and passed all exams and the final practicals! This granted them all the Certificate of Proficiency in Pediatric and Family Chiropractic and assures our community that the specialized care received here at Mitchell Family Chiropractic is truly world-class and encompasses the whole family!
I am so proud to be a part of a team who is dedicated to improving the health of kids and their families. I love our Neuro-tonal model because it is extremely effective at finding and eliminating interference in the nervous system. As an analytical person, I appreciate the way that we use objective measurements of neural activity to influence our treatment plans. Chiropractic’s sole purpose is to find and eliminate interference in the nervous system that hinders its function. This is critically important in allowing children to grow and develop into healthy adults. And it’s equally important in improving the health and function of those already in adulthood.
We look forward to improving the health of you and your family!
Dr. Hanna Reynolds
Unlike most people, I knew what I wanted to do with my life from a very young age.
I had my first adjustment as a newborn, and have been able to experience the amazing benefits of chiropractic care throughout all the stages of my life. I had an interesting journey growing up with both natural health care and traditional western medicine. As a child I was sick a lot and actually had strep throat or tonsillitis at least once a year.
Growing up I would get adjusted only when I was in pain, and given antibiotics constantly. This unfortunately wreaked havoc on my gut. But after realizing the true potential of Chiropractic and my nervous system, started getting adjusted regularly and broke the cycle of being sick multiple times a year. I haven’t had strep throat or tonsillitis since!
I was born in Rock Island, Illinois but spent most of my childhood growing up in Greenfield, IA. After graduating from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 2017, I started a house-call practice in Peoria, IL. It was good timing with Covid but after 5 years I decided I wanted to make a change and joined the wonderful team at MFC. Then in November 2022, we all successfully completed the 80-Hours of postdoctoral training sponsored by the Life University Department of Postgraduate Education and The Pediatric Experience and passed all exams and the final practicals! This certified us in Pediatric and Family Chiropractic and assures our community that the specialized care received here at Mitchell Family Chiropractic is truly the best in our community and beyond.
Dr. Stephanie Unsworth
My journey into chiropractic began in Michigan when I became a yoga instructor. I had the privilege of working with many clients who had a wide range of health goals. That’s when I started to notice a pattern—those who reached their goals most efficiently were also receiving care from the two exceptional chiropractors on our wellness team. Incidentally, around the same time, my husband sustained a back injury, and the benefits of chiropractic care became even more personal and inspiring.
Those experiences led me to pursue a career in chiropractic. My husband and I moved to Dallas, Texas, where I earned my Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Parker University. While at Parker, I also worked as a Research Assistant, which deepened my appreciation for evidence-based care and strengthened my commitment to helping patients and families through personalized, informed treatment.
Outside of the clinic, I enjoy watching my young daughter grow, reading, painting, and staying active.
Dr. Brie Shepler
I was first introduced to chiropractic while working a summer job as a chiropractic assistant. Seeing patients experience improved function sparked my interest and ultimately inspired me to pursue the profession. I went on to earn my Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Keiser University in West Palm Beach, where I developed a strong foundation in anatomy, biomechanics, and patient‑centered care.
My chiropractic training also transformed my own athletic life. As a practitioner of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Muay Thai, understanding body mechanics helped me move more efficiently, stay stronger, and prevent injuries — benefits I wish I had discovered sooner. This personal experience shapes my approach with patients, especially those who are active or looking to optimize performance.
I am committed to helping individuals feel and function at their best through education, personalized treatment, and a whole‑body approach to wellness.
Thank you for visiting our site. Our talented team of doctors look forward to assisting each of you on your wellness journey! Call our Bloomington office today and schedule an appointment today!