meet the team
We believe that your health is a reflection of your lifestyle choices, so we take a whole person approach when it comes to your wellness and chiropractic needs. Unlike conventional medicine, which focuses on treating disease once it occurs, Sea Coast emphasizes reducing the risk of it occurring in the first place by improving your health. We work with you in three key areas of your life – how you eat, think and move. We personally tailor a wellness program that fits your needs and goals using the least invasive, yet highly effective, techniques and services. Moving beyond just treating symptoms, we work with you to pinpoint what can be causing them in the first place and support your body’s self-healing properties.
Chiropractor
Sean Reese D.C.
Dr. Sean Alan Reese was born in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, and raised in Toms River, New Jersey.
Below are a few professional and personal highlights of his adult life to date:
- Graduated from Springfield College in Massachusetts in 1987 with a B.S. in Physiology of Exercise.
- Moved to Atlanta and graduated in 1992 from Life Chiropractic College (now known as Life University) in Marietta, Georgia.
- Moved to Darwin, Australia, in 1993 and practiced chiropractic in the Outback, driving and flying to isolated towns and islands such as Kununurra, Derby, Katherine, Jabiru, and Groote Eylandt.
- Moved to North Carolina in 1998 to practice in Asheville, where he met his wife, Melissa.
- He and Melissa moved to Wilmington in 2001, marrying in 2002.
- Their daughter Ella Rose was born in June 2005; their son Liam was born two summers later in June 2007.
Family is very important to Dr. Sean. He is a dedicated husband and father. Although his mother and sisters live out of state, he enjoys traveling to visit them and hosting them here in Wilmington. Family is God’s gift, and he does his best to honor them.
Dr. Sean chose to devote his life to the healing arts because he believes God has given him a gift to help others understand that the power to heal the body resides in all of us, waiting to be released.
He has personally seen miraculous results in people who have autism, chronic fatigue syndrome, digestive problems, chronic headaches, and many other serious health issues. From newborns to individuals well into their 90s, Dr. Sean has worked with patients of all ages and levels of health, utilizing safe and effective natural treatments.
Believing with all his heart that the One who created the body can heal the body, Dr. Sean is passionate about his practice and continually strives to improve it by attending health and wellness seminars worldwide, staying on the leading edge of the current breakthroughs in the healthcare field.
He walks the talk. He recommends to patients what he, his wife, and his children do to maintain healthy lifestyles.
Dr. Sean promises to work with you to develop a healthcare plan that will restore your health to its highest potential and maintain that wellness throughout your life. It’s his mission to offer quality, affordable care to families so that together, we can develop a stronger community.
He hopes you will refer your family and friends to Sea Coast Chiropractic and Wellness. Sharing your positive results with loved ones can make a difference in their lives, too. Thank you for choosing this office for all your wellness needs.
Professional Organizations (past and/or present)
- North Carolina Chiropractic Association
- International Chiropractic Association
- International Chiropractic Association Council on Wellness Science
- International Foundation of Nutrition and Health
Common Donations
- Port City Community Church
- National Vaccine Information Center
- Fraternal Order of Police (State and Local)
Chiropractor
Brent Seaver D.C.
Dr. Brent Seaver was born in 1974 in Keokuk, Iowa, along with his twin brother. He entered the chiropractic world after a car accident left him unable to lay flat. For six months, he slept in a recliner. He tried physical therapy, orthopedic surgery, osteopath, and many medications — with minimal results.
Then he found a chiropractor and started noticing relief from pain, the ability to sleep lying flat again, and even an eventual resolution of his seasonal allergies. Mindful of his overall improvement, he wanted to explore the possibilities of helping others with their health. That's where he discovered what it means to be a chiropractor.
Below are a few professional and personal highlights of Dr. Brent’s adult life to date:
- Graduated from Palmer College of Chiropractic with a Bachelor of Science and Doctorate of Chiropractic, where he focused his training in the Gonstead Technique Club and Sports Injury Club, expanding his training in sports injuries and mechanical analysis of the spine.
- Moved to Sydney, Australia, in 1998 and practiced chiropractic for one year, then moved to Cairns, Australia, for the next two years. While enjoying the adventures of diving the Great Barrier Reef, he would fly to the Cape York Peninsula to treat the remote population in Cooktown and the surrounding areas while also serving the Cairns and Mareeba communities.
- Moved to Hampstead, North Carolina, in 2002 to practice chiropractic while reuniting with his twin brother, who was stationed at New River Air Base (in Jacksonville), flying helicopters for the Marines.
- Moved to Shallotte, North Carolina, and practiced for five years with Family First Health Center.
- Joined Sea Coast Chiropractic and Wellness in early 2020 and now serves our local Wilmington community and surrounding areas.
Dr. Seaver focuses on making sure his patients understand their problem and what needs to be done to correct it. Then, he gets to work on restoring optimal nerve function and health through chiropractic adjustment, education on food/nutritional habits, and a better understanding of exercise and body movement.
Gina Phillips
Gina is originally from central Massachusetts, where she attended Worcester State University and completed her Bachelor of Science degree. During her junior year, she interned at an intensive in-patient facility for those with Schizoaffective disorder, thus beginning her health career. She has devoted nearly 10 years to the healthcare field.
Gina found her way to Wilmington in 2022 by happenstance through a networking phone call. Taking a leap of faith, she moved here with her dog, initially living above a horse farm. Gina is a valuable part of the Sea Coast Chiropractic and Wellness team, dedicated to serving you and creating a pleasant experience from the moment you walk through the door.
Along with her passion for helping people, Gina loves animals and singing. She now has two dogs and a horse. When not at the horse farm, she often goes to dog-friendly coffee shops with her canine pals and her fiancé, David.
Chiropractic Assistant II
Tiffany Jankowski
Hailing from central New York, Tiffany brings a diverse background and a genuine passion for well-being to her role. Her healthcare journey started with a focus on autism, and she dedicated 13 years to working with children and adults.
In 2021, during the throes of the global pandemic, she packed up her dogs and a few belongings and found a new home here in Wilmington.
Tiffany’s academic background in Human Services at the State University of Oneonta fostered her passion for learning and helping others. Her role at Sea Coast Chiropractic and Wellness is to serve our patients, making your chiropractic experience enjoyable, efficient, and engaging.
After hours, Tiffany enjoys exploring Wilmington’s local food scene, retail therapy, and sipping coffee at her favorite café on Castle Street. She considers continuing education and work/life balance paramount and is grateful to be part of a team that aligns with these values.
OFFICE HOURS
Monday
8:00am - 12:00pm
2:00pm - 5:00pm
Tuesday
8:00am - 12:00pm
2:00pm - 5:00pm
Wednesday
8:00am - 12:00pm
2:00pm - 5:00pm
Thursday
8:00am - 12:00pm
2:00pm - 5:00pm
Friday
By Appointment
Saturday & Sunday
Closed
Sea Coast Chiropractic and Wellness
2210 Wrightsville Ave #3
Wilmington, NC 28403