Dr. Charlotte Meier

Three years ago, this was me.. . Fresh out of grad school, officially titled Doctor, and 100% certain I had absolutely no idea who I was or if I even had a purpose in this world. . Truth be told, I had just spent the month prior to graduation fighting the urge to throw in the towel because the universe decided that if I was truly going to embark on this journey, it had to make me strong first. I had to wake up. I had to realize that I was living everyone else’s version... of me. I had to understand who I was and traverse the shadow parts of me that had been lying dormant for over 30 years. I was too afraid to do anything of the sort, so of course, the universe pushed me off the cliff and begged me to fly. . I was taught the meaning of death and rebirth. I was taught forgiveness for others and for myself. I was taught compassion. I was taught patience. I was taught mindfulness. I was taught how to surrender. I was taught how to set boundaries. I was taught how to lead with my heart. I was taught not to be afraid of fear. I was taught how to trust again. I was taught how to believe in miracles. I was taught how to tap into my intuition. I was taught what it meant to create as a co-creator. I was taught the value of time and presence. I was taught the difference between love and illusion. I was taught how to find myself when I get lost. . Am I still learning? Hell, yes. Every day I uncover something new. Am I still growing stronger? Absolutely. Being conscious requires muscle strengthening and pattern breaking. Our brain (including conscious and subconscious programming) is a muscle just like all others within our body. Sometimes we find certain areas have been under/over performing which then allows other areas to protect or compensate for them. (I see this physically/mentally/emotionally in my practice every day! Thank you, #appliedkinesiology) But it took me 3 years to realize that my own muscle growth required so much extra strengthening after the traumas I had been harboring for so long. I was resisting the upgrades. Not any more. . #growthmindset See more

Our bodies are designed to protect us and it learns through experiences. Occasionally, these experiences can create a circuit of patterns held within the body tissues that produces postural compensations meant for protection, despite no actual present day threat. . I am always fascinated to discover these with patients, so I do my best to point out what I see. Some of the most astonishing discoveries happen when I go to adjust a patient, initiate muscle activation, or even s...imply place an acupuncture needle, and they reflexively clinch into the exact same body positions we are actively looking to reduce or repair. When I see this happening in present time, I immediately point them out. Once my patient has awareness of them, they create their own healing around safely releasing these old habits. Other times, it takes multiple visits and continued encouragement for the pattern to dissipate (depending on how long the memory has been protecting them or how deeply they were affected by the injury/trauma). . These injury circuits can be triggered by almost anything, including: Sight Sound Smell Emotions Breathing Patterns Head Positions Body Positions Etc, etc, etc!! . I love to remind my patients that these patterns and habits are not bad, as they are designed specifically for their protection. However, it is likely that they have outgrown that memory and their brain is now seeking to learn better ways of protection and self-preservation. Our bodies will always remember, but when we are ready to evolve, we are encouraged to change our perception of those memories. Awareness is key! . #chiropractic #acupuncture #appliedkinesiology #muscletherapy #energyhealing #microtraumas #injuryrecovery #healingfromwithin #memories #rediscoveryourself #elevateyourmindset #evolvetogether #integrate #awareness See more

So I realized something I’ve never really shared my business story Let’s fix that, shall we?! . Almost 3 years ago, around this time, I was wrapping up my final trimester of grad school, applying/studying for the final portion of national board exams, completing my preceptorship with Dr. Rachel Loeb, setting up my business licensing documents, finalizing my tumultuous and emotional divorce, frantically searching for a new place to live, struggling to pay the bills or buy... groceries on zero income, drowning in student loan debt, doing my best to keep my head up over the holiday season, leaning heavily on my friends and family for support, shifting my mindset on mental health therapists, and mostly panicking about where I would establish my new office. A big part of me wanted to flee St. Louis and start somewhere fresh, but financially, it just didn’t seem smart. . When I graduated and received my chiropractic and acupuncture licenses, I dove right into starting my own business. I did this out of pure desperation to financially support myself and also because it was what I had sacrificed everything (and I mean, ) for. Extremely grateful Clayton Chiropractic Center removed one of my fears by offering me a space to rent in their office straight out of school. It gave me a mere glimpse of what was possible for myself! From there I rented office space in multiple locations: Clayton, Town & Country, and Kirkwood. Desperate to be available to everyone, everywhere. By the end of the year, I was burnt out before I even began because I never had the opportunity to rest and take my time to decide on my future after grad school. All of my original plans of starting a family, settling into a cozy beach home, and creating the office space of my dreams were shattered in an instant. I hadn’t yet envisioned what my life would look like. . Lessons learned (not saying these are all ideal lessons, but I was working with what I knew at the time): Trust no one but yourself. Hustle, hustle, hustle - or die trying. Be gracious and allow the universe to send you love when you need it most. . (Story continued in comments!!) See more

Keep in mind that these (6) unspoken truths are just the tip of the iceberg! . There is no forcing it. When you’re ready, you’re ready. I like to remind my patients that sometimes the pain they’re holding on to won’t just disappear by having me adjust it away. Temporarily, yes. 1000x yes. Because pain management is my profession’s bread & butter. But it may keep returning until the root cause is identified. As you go through treatment, I help you open the door to becom...ing your own Sherlock Holmes. I am your Watson. . I’m not here for the pain. I’m here for the journey. Are you ready, yet? . #chiropractic #acupuncture #alternativemedicine #holistichealth #healingjourney #bodymindspirit #unspokentruth #innateintelligence #neuroimmunesystem #disease #timelineshift #sherlockandwatson #beyondpainmanagement See more

Dive into my brain space with this podcast as I chat about applied kinesiology, manual muscle testing, chiropractic, functional medicine and acupuncture (plus a little quantum physics, of course)!! My lovely friend and colleague Anna Ortiz-Aragon, owner of Declutter With Anna, so graciously invited me on her show to share my story and my approach to health. Connecting with her has been nothing short of magical!

Chronic MSK Pain Recommendations . When developing my recommendations for care, I’m always making sure to stay consistent with current research, while also taking into account each individual’s lifestyle habits, nutritional intake, emotional stress levels, and daily routine. . Are you consistently working out or lifting heavy? Do you run frequent marathons? Is your nutrition variable and lacking in certain areas? Is your job/home life overly demanding and stressful? Have ...you had a significant life event happen recently? Are you mostly sedentary or seated in front of a computer 8+ hours a day? . All of these factors will affect your response to care, which is why I make sure my patients keep track of their symptoms between visits. Some patients will require more frequent visits than others. Some patients are consistently undergoing exacerbating events in their daily lives. These factors need to be accounted for! . My best advice: Don’t wait until your check engine light is on. Don’t wait until you’ve met the mileage set for an oil change. If you start to feel that something is off, be , not . It completely changes the game, and getting back to normal becomes more costly in both time and money. Instead, let’s create new normals. Let’s find out how to get you feeling better than you’ve ever felt in your entire life!! Your health is absolutely worth the investment. YOU are worth it. . #worthyoflove #timelineshift #healthyhabitspayoff #chiropractic #acupuncture #functionalmedicine #nutritionmatters #understandingthebody #proactivehealth #healingjourney #emotionalstress #chronicpainawareness #researchmatters See more

So I realized something I’ve never really shared my business story Let’s fix that, shall we?! . Almost 3 years ago, around this time, I was wrapping up my final trimester of grad school, applying/studying for the final portion of national board exams, completing my preceptorship with Dr. Rachel Loeb, setting up my business licensing documents, finalizing my tumultuous and emotional divorce, frantically searching for a new place to live, struggling to pay the bills or buy... groceries on zero income, drowning in student loan debt, doing my best to keep my head up over the holiday season, leaning heavily on my friends and family for support, shifting my mindset on mental health therapists, and mostly panicking about where I would establish my new office. A big part of me wanted to flee St. Louis and start somewhere fresh, but financially, it just didn’t seem smart. . When I graduated and received my chiropractic and acupuncture licenses, I dove right into starting my own business. I did this out of pure desperation to financially support myself and also because it was what I had sacrificed everything (and I mean, ) for. Extremely grateful Clayton Chiropractic Center removed one of my fears by offering me a space to rent in their office straight out of school. It gave me a mere glimpse of what was possible for myself! From there I rented office space in multiple locations: Clayton, Town & Country, and Kirkwood. Desperate to be available to everyone, everywhere. By the end of the year, I was burnt out before I even began because I never had the opportunity to rest and take my time to decide on my future after grad school. All of my original plans of starting a family, settling into a cozy beach home, and creating the office space of my dreams were shattered in an instant. I hadn’t yet envisioned what my life would look like. . Lessons learned (not saying these are all ideal lessons, but I was working with what I knew at the time): Trust no one but yourself. Hustle, hustle, hustle - or die trying. Be gracious and allow the universe to send you love when you need it most. . (Story continued in comments!!) See more

Keep in mind that these (6) unspoken truths are just the tip of the iceberg! . There is no forcing it. When you’re ready, you’re ready. I like to remind my patients that sometimes the pain they’re holding on to won’t just disappear by having me adjust it away. Temporarily, yes. 1000x yes. Because pain management is my profession’s bread & butter. But it may keep returning until the root cause is identified. As you go through treatment, I help you open the door to becom...ing your own Sherlock Holmes. I am your Watson. . I’m not here for the pain. I’m here for the journey. Are you ready, yet? . #chiropractic #acupuncture #alternativemedicine #holistichealth #healingjourney #bodymindspirit #unspokentruth #innateintelligence #neuroimmunesystem #disease #timelineshift #sherlockandwatson #beyondpainmanagement See more

Once you start seeing yourself for what you truly are, that’s when the magic happens! . What does this mean exactly? How does one go about remembering what they are made of? Well, let’s look at it this way... every thing we know about the world (including ourselves as a human species), once began as a curiosity. Science and research have provided us with the ability to develop a sense of knowing the unknown. Just because we are unaware of the unknown, doesn’t mean it doe...s not exist. I like to think of these unknown aspects as magic, or in other words, new curiosities just waiting to be discovered. When I take a moment to think about all the science behind the anatomy, physiology, neurology, and biochemistry constantly at work inside of me, I still am in awe. I am truly grateful for the magic within me. . What aspects of you do you find magical? How do you go about discovering new aspects of yourself? . #gatewaytomagic #chiropracticlifestyle #acupuncturemeridians #magicalhumans #humandesign #mindbodysoul #learning #healing #theartofmagic #scientificresearch #researchstudy See more

I’m not even in school right now, but that doesn’t mean I’m not still learning! I’m one of those people that tends to tackle multiple books at once. This stack doesn’t include my audiobooks either. . Speaking of hitting the books, did you know I’m running a promotion for all my this month?? Due to the increase in neck and back complaints from my school aged kiddos, I decided to focus on those struggling with adapting to the new virtual learning standards.... Ask anyone and they’ll know I am super passionate about the development of our youth (physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually). They always teach me so much about life every time I see them!! And to think they are suffering physically because of poor computer posture... well, that doesn’t sit well with me. . Ready to start chiropractic care for you or your child? Enter promo code 2020VIRTUALSTUDENT when booking your appointment to receive 40% off your first visit! Offer ends at the end of September so don’t wait too long! . Want to be added to my mailing list so you don’t miss future promotions? Head over to my website (#linkinbio) and sign up! . #chiropractic #pediatricchiropractic #backtoschool2020 #virtuallearning #booklover #booknerd #neckpainrelief #backpainrelief #posturecorrection #brainhealth #mentalhealth See more

My eyes have recently been opened to the amazing power of !! I had never experienced a session before and Svound - Sound Vibration Therapy so generously offered to meet me at my office! I’m not kidding when I say I was transformed to a whole new dimension. . When we first began, I quickly felt myself enter theta (the ideal brain wave for healing on all levels). Then I began making contact with the inner wisdom inside of me (the i...nnate ancestral healer). The array of interdimensional rainbows and harmonizing sounds felt deep in my bones calmed my mind and allowed my feminine to feel fulfilled (a restored resonance with yin and yang). . If you haven’t tried it, I HIGHLY recommend! . #spiritualenlightenment #soundhealingtherapy #soundbowls #bonehealth #holistichealth #innatehealer #rainbows #healingvibrations #interdimensionalbeings See more

Tongue diagnosis! . One of my patients today asked why I was checking her tongue before her acupuncture treatment so I figured I was WAY past due for an IG post! . Looking at the tongue can not only key me into specific acupuncture meridians that need help but it can also help me understand more about your gut health and nutrition. We often forget that the GI tract begins at the mouth and our oral health is extremely important to how the whole system works. ... . Have you assessed your tongue lately? If not, I challenge you to take note of it daily and track the changes. See what happens when you eat poorly or when you feel dehydrated, then note the changes when you begin to start changing your lifestyle habits. You’ll be amazed by the results! . #acupuncture #chiropractic #functionalmedicine #alternativemedicine #guthealth #tonguediagnosis #tcm #traditionalchinesemedicine #holistichealth #energybalance #lifestyleguide See more

Pro tip: How much maintenance downtime you need simply depends on how much repair there is to be done.

We’re slowly settling into the new office space! Petey stopped in today to say hello!! . #shawneighborhoodstl #chiropractic #acupunture #functionalmedicine #reiki #healingspace #puppiesofinstagram #bloomwhereyouareplanted #elevateyourspace #upliftedspirit

Ahhhh - can be so powerful. It’s also extremely humbling when you finally admit to yourself that you are in desperate need of a little extra love and care. . I’ll be honest- I have been putting off my self-care routine lately. I’ve seriously been focusing all of my energy into building my business, and today, I finally hit a wall!! . Lucky for me, the most @dr.kristan.wilson got me into her office at the end of her busy day for an adjustment, a...cupuncture, and infrared sauna. . I feel so renewed and re-energized! I’m also beyond blessed to have connected with a doc who aligns with my personal healthcare philosophies! I truly believe in the power of what I do that I purposely (and innately) seek it out when my body and mind are at their breaking point. . What self-care practices do you typically seek out when you’re feeling out of sorts? Do you have one specific thing you do or does it depend on your mood?? Please share! . #chiropractic #acupuncture #infraredsauna #selflove #selfhealing #innateintelligence #healthcarephilosophy #shawneighborhoodstl #businessowner #businesswoman #entrepreneur #mindbodysoul #aligned #earthangel #healingthehealers See more

Fine tuning the nervous system pathways is what chiropractic and applied kinesiology are all about!! Want to boost your proprioception abilities?? Get adjusted!

Supporting others on their journey is one of the most rewarding aspects of my profession. However, what some of my patients don’t realize is how much they actually support me!! Today I’m taking a moment just to be grateful for all that step into my office.