Dr. Larissa Woolston is the co-founder of Woolston Wellness Center, which she and her husband Dr. Jeff Woolston established in north Scottsdale in 2000. Her vision for the practice has always been rooted in one thing: helping patients heal and live without pain. For over two decades, that mission has guided every aspect of how the clinic operates.
Born in Rijeka, Croatia, Dr. Larissa moved to New York as a teenager — an experience that shaped her resilience, adaptability, and drive. She went on to earn her Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Sherman College of Chiropractic in South Carolina, where she met Dr. Jeff. In addition to her chiropractic doctorate, Dr. Larissa is also a certified School Psychologist. This dual background gives her a unique understanding of how physical injury impacts cognitive, emotional, and functional wellbeing — an important perspective in a patient’s injury recovery.
Dr. Larissa holds advanced certifications in musculoskeletal injury and auto-injury care. Together with Dr. Jeff, she has completed nearly 1,000 hours of specialized training in the medical-legal arena. They are both graduates of the Spine Research Institute of San Diego and certified by the American Academy of Motor Vehicle Injuries (AAMVI). That depth of training is reflected in the clinic’s protocols, standards of care, and the results their patients experience.
Today, Dr. Larissa’s role has evolved from treating patients directly to shaping the practice from a strategic level. She oversees the clinic’s standards and patient care philosophy, ensuring that every patient who walks through the door benefits from an expert, individualized approach to injury rehabilitation. Her clinical knowledge remains foundational to how the practice operates day to day.
Beyond the clinic, Dr. Larissa has expanded her professional focus into business growth and investment, including real estate. She is committed to lifelong learning, philanthropy, and her family. When she’s not working, you’ll find her traveling, hiking, reading, weight lifting, or spending time with her two daughters.