ABOUT
Meet Dr. Julie Schleusner, DC, CFN
Big Sky Wellness Center | Functional Nutrition &
Root-Cause Wellness in Chino Valley, Arizona
Dr. Julie Schleusner is a Doctor of Chiropractic and Certified Functional Nutritionist (CFN) with over 28 years of experience helping individuals better understand their health and create personalized wellness strategies.
Her approach combines chiropractic care, Applied Kinesiology (muscle testing), functional nutrition, and comprehensive wellness strategies to help people uncover the underlying factors that may be affecting how they feel.
CREDENTIALS
& EXPERIENCE
Dr. Julie Schleusner, DC, CFN
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS
Doctor of Chiropractic —
Palmer College of Chiropractic, Davenport, IA
Bachelor of Science in
General Science —
Palmer College of Chiropractic
Certified Functional Nutritionist (CFN)
Over 28 years of clinical experience
AREAS OF FOCUS
Functional Nutrition
Applied Kinesiology
Personalized Wellness Startegies
Nutritional Support
Root-Cause Health Investigation
A LIFELONG PASSION FOR HELPING OTHERS
Growing up as the daughter of Dr. Larry and Pat Schleusner, healthcare and helping others were part of Dr. Julie's life from an early age. With chiropractic and wellness deeply woven into her family, it may have seemed inevitable that she would develop the same dedication to helping others.
However, Dr. Julie's journey has been shaped by curiosity, lifelong learning, and a desire to better understand the many factors that influence health.
After a transformative years living in Australia, she returned to Las Vegas, graduated early from Bonanza High School, and continued her education at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. She later attended Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa, where she earned her Bachelor of Science degree in General Science and her Doctorate in Chiropractic.
After graduating in 1998, Dr. Julie joined her father and brother in their family practic in Las Vegas, beginning a career devoted to helping people improve their health and quality of life.
EXPANDING BEYOND TRADITIONAL CARE
Over decades of working with patients, Dr. Julie recognized something important:
Many people know they do not feel their best, but they struggle to find meaningful answers.
They may experience fatigue, brain fog, digestive concerns, hormone imbalances, blood sugar challenges, difficulty managing weight, poor sleep, or other symptoms while being told that their testing appears "normal."
Dr. Julie believes that health requires looking at the whole person -- not just isolated symptoms.
This philosophy led her to expand her approach beyond chiropractic care alone. Through her training and experience, she combines functional nutrition, Applied Kinesiology (muscle testing), lifestyle strategies, and personalized recommendations to help individuals better understand their bodies and take meaningful steps toward improved wellness.
THE BIG SKY WELLNESS CENTER
STORY
In 2006, Dr. Julie and her fiance, Ben, left Las Vegas and moved to Montana in search of a simpler, more grounded lifestyle. Together, they opened Big Sky Wellness Center and spent many rewarding years serving their Montana community.
The name "Big Sky Wellness Center" reflects more than a place. It represents a philosophy -- creating space to slow down, listen, understand the body, and take a thoughtful approach to health.
In 2022, Dr. Julie and Ben continued their journey south, moving to Arizona and opening their Chino Valley office in 2024. The sunshine, wide-open spaces, and outdoor lifestyle made Arizona the perfect place for their next chapter.
LIFE OUTSIDE
THE OFFICE
When she is not working with patients, Dr. Julie and Ben enjoy the lifestyle they created away from the city. Their days include caring for horses, mini-mules, cats, and their garden--all important members of the family.
Living this lifestyle has reinforced Dr. Julie's belief that health is connected to the environment around us, the food we consume, the choices we make each day, and the way we care for ourselves.
HELPING YOU FIND
CLARITY, DIRECTION, AND A PLAN
Dr. Julie believes everyone deserves to better understand their own health.
If you feel tired, frustrated, or uncertain about what your body is trying to tell you, Big Sky Wellness Center provides a personalized approach focused on helping you find clarity, direction, and a plan.
Health is not simply about managing symptoms. It is about understanding your body and creating the foundation for a healthier future.
