Dr. Brian J. Stemp

Dr. Brian J. Stemp along with his wife Dr. Catherine Stemp co-own and operate Stemp Family Chiropractic, LLC. Dr. Brian is a fourth generation Tacoma native and second generation Chiropractor with deep roots in Washington State. He graduated from Clover Park High School in Lakewood and went on to earn his Bachelor of Science in Biology from Central Washington University. He then attended Life Chiropractic College in Atlanta Georgia where he received his Doctorate of Chiropractic. He met his wife Dr. Catherine in Chiropractic school and in 1998 they returned to Tacoma to practice together. Dr. Brian and Catherine now have four wonderful sons; Charlie, Henry, Anders, and Merritt. The Stemps’ hope that one or more of their kids will carry on the family tradition!

As the son of two chiropractors, Dr. Brian has always known the benefits of chiropractic care. The day he and his brother were born his twin David’s life was literally saved by a chiropractic adjustment delivered by his father. Growing up in a family that did not use traditional medicine was normal to Dr. Brian. Whenever he caught a cold or had an injury from his days on the swim and water polo teams there was never any mention of Aspirin, Tylenol, or antibiotics. He would get an adjustment, drink lots of water, eat healthily and get some rest. This is the same advice he gives his patients today. Chiropractic is a way of life for Dr. Brian!

Today, he continues this alternative approach to health at home with his family and with his patients in the office. This approach to health starts with locating any disturbances or disruptions in the spine called SUBLUXATIONS, then corrects those subluxations with a gentle adjustment to the spine followed by recommendations of lifestyle changes that would allow for more normal function of the body and a return to health. Dr. Brian will stress the importance of regular exercise, good nutrition, maintaining a positive mental attitude, and getting restful sleep as the keys to attaining optimum health.

While he encourages optimum health for all patients, Dr. Brian understands that many patients simply want to get out of pain so they can get back to work or help take care of their families. Dr. Brian has spent countless additional hours honing his chiropractic skills in order to provide quick, effective, and lasting pain relief. He has a wide array of techniques that have been proven to provide fast relief for many spine and nerve-related conditions such as lower back and neck pain, migraine and tension headaches, and sciatica, to name a few.

In addition to treating the spine, Dr. Brian is a member of the ACBSP as a Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician (CCSP) and Certified Chiropractic Extremity Physician (CCEP). He is one of only a dozen or so chiropractors who hold these certifications in the State of Washington. He is certified to treat a wide range of sports-related injuries dealing with shoulders, elbows, wrists, knees, hips, and feet.

Since 2011, Dr. Brian has had the honor of serving as an official chiropractor for the U.S. Open Golf Championships Performance and Recovery Team. In addition, Dr. Brian has served as the team doctor for The Pierce County Bangles (a Semi-professional football team), the Seattle Mist (Seattle’s women’s professional football team), the JLBM Roller Derby Team, and multiple local High School teams and athletes from nearly every sport.

Dr. Bay Catherine Stemp

Dr. Stemp was raised on the Eastern Shore of Maryland. She graduated from the University of
Richmond, VA with a degree in Psychology, Magna Cum Laude. After exploring the mountains
of Colorado, she went on to earn her Doctorate from Life College of Chiropractic in Marietta,
GA, where she graduated Summa Cum Laude and Salutatorian. After meeting Dr. Brian during
their time in Chiropractic school, she married and moved out to the PNW. Drs. Stemp began
their practice together in Lakewood, WA, joining Dr. Larry Stemp before his retirement.

Always curious and interested in the mind-body connection as well as the interplay between the
brain, nervous system, and immune function, Dr. Stemp takes an integrative, holistic approach
to the body. She believes the foundations of amazing health rest on the pillars of Physical,
Mental, Emotional, and Energetic well-being. She focuses on specific, low-force chiropractic
adjustments using the Activator and Thompson Drop techniques. Addressing the root cause of
dis-ease and illness, she supports patients using a variety of modalities and approaches,
including low-level non-thermal laser therapy, EFT/Tapping, nutritional consulting, and health
coaching.

Dr. Bay’s passions lie in wellness, longevity, and optimizing one’s health. Her commitment to
finding drug-free, surgery-free, non-invasive approaches to illness and injury while raising their
four boys has led to expertise in many areas of holistic health. With a focus on the importance of
improving how the brain and nervous system function, she also recognizes the vital role of
movement, nourishing food choices, mental fitness, stress management, emotional health,
sleep, and a positive attitude. She enjoys helping support patients, young and old, on their
journey to a happier, healthier, longer life.

When not in the office sharing her love of healthy living, you can find Dr. Bay exploring the wilds
of the PNW, hiking, beachcombing, or kayaking in the South Sound and beyond. That is when
she isn’t poolside, courtside, or along the sidelines cheering on one or all of her fun-loving,
active boys (now strapping young men!)

Dr. Serena Penn

Dr. Serena Penn grew up in Las Vegas, NV. She has received chiropractic care since she was a child and has always understood the importance of chiropractic care in a healthy lifestyle. She is a graduate of the University of Nevada, Las Vegas with a degree in Kinesiology and completed her doctorate of Chiropractic at Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa. Dr. Serena is excited to serve the community and to see you and your family live a life of wellness through specific chiropractic care.