
Meet Our Team
Family Wellness and Health Center focuses on the overall wellbeing of the VI community, offering its premium service to all in need. Thanks to the hard work and dedication of our team, we can grow and help our patients in the best way. We believe everyone can live a happy and healthy life.

Naturopathic Doctor
Dr. Jennifer Cheng Wade
Jennifer Cheng Wade, ND, AEMP is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor and Acupuncture and East Asian Medicine Practitioner. She obtained both degrees from Bastyr University and holds dual licenses in Washington State as well as NCCAOM diplomate status in Oriental Medicine. She completed her undergraduate education at the University of California at Berkeley.
Dr. Wade’s clinical interests include women’s health, GI conditions, adjunctive cancer care and stress-related illnesses, including mental and emotional health. She incorporates constitutional analysis into her assessment, with the goal of helping patients identify imbalances and restore a state of internal balance and wellbeing. Her specialty is Chinese Herbal Medicine, which she integrates into naturopathic and acupuncture treatments. Dr. Wade is also trained in the modalities of Craniosacral Therapy and Visceral Manipulation. She is fluent in Spanish and Mandarin Chinese.

Professional Chiropractor
Dr. Cleopatra Peter
Dr. Cleopatra Peter, a proud Virgin Islander, is very passionate and focus in the overall wellbeing of her patients. Her treatment includes spinal adjustment, musculoskeletal therapy, shockwave, electric stimulation and massage therapy.

Board Certified Chiropractor and Applied Kinesiology Doctor
Dr. Jake Monokian
Dr Jake Monokian, grew up in St Croix and has been practicing for over 7 years with his Dad in the Gallows bay location. His treatment includes myofascial release, applied kinesiology, electric stimulation and therapeutic exercises.

Physical Therapist
Lindsey West-Garcia
Dr. West-Garcia earned her Doctorate of Physical Therapy at the University of Miami (FL) and a Bachelor of Arts in Biology with a minor in Sports Medicine from the College of St. Benedict (MN). Dr. West-Garcia is also a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist through the National Strength and Conditioning Association.

Naturopathic Doctor
Dr. Shelia Manning
Shelia Manning graduated from Old Dominion University with a BS in Psychology and a minor in Biology.
After working in business management nationwide, she returned to Virginia to consult for a large food company, focusing specifically on gluten-free diets. During that time, she had the opportunity to meet with dietitians, doctors, and individuals dealing with Celiac disease and gluten sensitivity. She saw firsthand how supporting wellness through diet could change a person from not just surviving but to thriving. This realization led her to pursue naturopathic medicine and earn her Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine (ND) from Bastyr University in Seattle, Washington. While trained as a primary care physician, she developed a particular interest in Oncology. Following graduation, she completed a 2-year oncology residency at Goshen Center for Cancer Care, providing integrative cancer care and general health support to the Goshen community. She completed the Plant-Based Nutrition Certificate at T Colin Campbell Center for Nutritional Studies at eCornell and currently completing additional courses at Plantrician University, which provides evidence-based education and therapeutic use of plant-based nutrition as the foundation of lifestyle medicine.
Today, her passions have expanded to encompass women's health, digestive health, environmental medicine, weight loss, thyroid and endocrine health, chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia and other rheumatologic illnesses, disordered sleep, cardiovascular disease, and healthy aging and longevity. She is honored to be able to help support health in US Virgin Islands, and is committed to tailoring her approach to the community's unique needs.

Naturopathic Doctor
Dr. Chelsea Leander
Dr. Chelsea Leander is from North Carolina and graduated top of her class. Her focus is treating chronic conditions such as Diabetes, Hypertension, PCOS, Menopause, Hypothyroid, Autoimmune diseases, Infertility and many more. Her treatment includes homeopathic therapy, herbals, Bowen therapy, IV infusion therapy, dietary and lifestyle care plans.

Clinical Social Worker
Kimberly Wentzel
With nearly 30 years of experience as a clinical social worker, Kimberly specializes in trauma, grief, and urgent mental health care.
Kimberly earned both her Master's and Doctoral degrees from Smith College School for Social Work in Massachusetts. She has worked in various settings, including VA hospitals, community mental health clinics, domestic violence programs, and college campuses. For the past 10 years, she has been in private practice.
Her approach- she treats couples, families, and individuals aged 14 and older, utilizing trauma recovery, relational, and cognitive behavioral modalities.
Kimberly's extensive background and compassionate approach make her an invaluable resource for those seeking support in navigating life's challenges. Whether you're dealing with trauma, grief, or urgent mental health needs, Kimberly is here to help.

Licensed Esthetician
Mel Mercado
Mel is a licensed esthetician with a passion for skincare and beauty. She immersed herself in continuing education about skincare, from inside out, and is invested in seeking opportunities to further her expertise as an esthetician. Mel understands that there’s more to skincare than a on-size-fits-all approach. She believes that it is important that she listens to her client concerns and work together to create the best treatment plan.
She is dedicated in helping you achieve your best skincare with professional products, personalized treatments and skincare routines.
“There’s something truly rewarding when I see someone’s confidence bloom when they feel good about their skin.” -Mel
Her services includes:
Classic and Express Facials
Rejuvenating Anti-Aging Facial
Detox Facial
Sensitive Skin Facial
Diamond Microdermabrasion
Dermaplaning
LED Light Therapy

TESTIMONIALS
“Was suffering with intense back and shoulder pain. Did one session with Dr. Cleopatra Peter and my pain is gone. Excellent service. Thank you”- Natasha Grace
