Meet Our Team

Dr. Craig Binner, known as Dr. B to his patients, is a committed clinician focused on educating, inspiring, and empowering individuals to achieve optimal health. He earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Wisconsin and went on to receive his Doctorate of Chiropractic from Northwestern University of Health Sciences in 1991. Dedicated to expanding his knowledge, Dr. Binner completed postdoctoral training in Acupuncture, achieving Fellow and Diplomate status from the Academy of International Medical Acupuncture. He furthered his expertise by becoming a Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner through Functional Medicine University and a Kalish Protocol specialist through The Kalish Institute. Additionally, he is a certified Primal Health Coach, helping patients adopt sustainable, healthy lifestyles.

Dr. Binner’s childhood experience with Celiac disease sparked his interest in the Gut/Brain Axis, leading him to pursue certifications in Brain Health Professional training under Dr. Daniel Amen at Amen University and the Recode 2.0 Protocol under Dr. Dale Bredesen, with a focus on brain health and cognitive decline prevention. His extensive background enables him to identify the underlying causes of conditions like autoimmune disorders, brain dysfunction, digestive problems, thyroid issues, and hormonal imbalances. Working closely with patients, he develops tailored, evidence-based plans to support healing and promote natural wellness.

Outside his practice, Dr. Binner practices what he teaches. He spends time with his family at the beach, enjoys working on cars with his son, and stays active with workouts in his garage gym. Married to Celeste for 25 years and father to their 24-year-old son, Chase, Dr. Binner remains a dedicated and on-mission guide for patients seeking long-term health and well-being.

Shalana brings over 13 years of extensive experience in healthcare, having excelled in diverse roles across various healthcare environments, including management. With an educational background in medical billing and coding, as well as organizational development, operations, and sustainability, she has also honed her skills in data analytics, collaboration, and communication.

Specializing in harmonizing processes and people, Shalana is passionate about improving healthcare delivery to provide high-quality care to communities. She focuses on enabling individuals to achieve optimal health in an economically sustainable manner.

As a leader, Shalana serves with a heart dedicated to helping others. She embodies integrity, self-awareness, courage, respect, compassion, resilience, and humility in her leadership. Her commitment to fostering positive change and nurturing teamwork ensures a profound and lasting impact on the organizations and communities she serves.

Dr. Chloe Horwood-Little, DC is a functional and integrative-focused chiropractor with over a decade of experience in functional medicine and chiropractic care. She earned her Bachelor of Health Sciences (Chiropractic) and Master of Clinical Chiropractic (Honors) from RMIT University in Australia, completing more than 5,700 hours of combined undergraduate and postgraduate clinical coursework.

Before entering clinical practice, Dr. Chloe was a Division I–recruited athlete and professional basketball player in Australia’s WNBL, and later worked as a personal trainer. Her athletic background provides a deep, practical understanding of movement, performance, injury prevention, and rehabilitation.

Dr. Chloe completed her clinical training in a functional medicine clinic, where she developed a strong foundation in integrative, root-cause-based care for complex chronic conditions. Her clinical approach is also deeply informed by her personal health journey, having navigated Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, PCOS, and histamine intolerance herself—allowing her to bring both empathy and lived understanding to patient care.

She is highly experienced in addressing thyroid dysfunction, hormonal and metabolic imbalances, gut–immune interactions, and genetic methylation pathways, including MTHFR, HMNT, COMT, and related detoxification and neurotransmitter genes. Dr. Chloe is also extremely well versed in bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT), integrating hormone optimization with functional lab analysis, nutrition, and lifestyle-based interventions for both women and men.

Committed to clinical excellence, Dr. Chloe continuously participates in advanced seminars, conferences, and continuing education, staying current with the latest research in functional medicine, endocrinology, genetics, and integrative care to ensure her patients receive evidence-informed, up-to-date treatment strategies.

Dr. Chloe works with both women and men, supporting patients with autoimmune conditions, thyroid and hormonal dysfunction, metabolic challenges, chronic inflammation, and performance-related concerns. She prides herself on truly listening to her patients, taking the time to understand the full picture rather than treating isolated symptoms. Her care philosophy is root-cause driven, integrative, and deeply patient-centered, empowering individuals to feel heard, understood, and confident in their health journey.

Cheryl Zimmerman, FNP-BC, is a board-certified nurse practitioner with a strong commitment to providing compassionate, evidence-based care. With a background in family practice with a holistic approach, she brings a patient-centered approach to diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide range of health conditions. Known for her clinical expertise and dedication to patient education, Cheryl works collaboratively with healthcare teams to promote wellness and improve health outcomes.

Amanda Hurd is a certified mental health coach and Splankna practitioner in training. After overcoming years of chronic anxiety and stress, in addition to neuroinflammation and a hormonal imbalance, she became passionate about helping others live in freedom and peace.

Before coming to Axe Holistic Medicine, she self published her first book, House of Healing, followed by a podcast with the same name. Amanda’s mission to teach that true healing must include the mind, body, and spirit led her to align with the Axe Holistic team. Currently, she is working on a children’s book focused on healing and beyond thrilled to be a coach with the best functional medicine team in the country!

Coaching and teaching are two of Amanda’s favorite things to do. She believes the best coaches are people who not only have the experience and resources needed to improve patients’ health, but people who truly prioritize understanding their heart and struggle. Amanda will walk with you day by day during your healing journey and ensure you have everything you need to live your healthiest and most peace filled life.

Jackie Koehne is a dedicated Front Desk Manager with a degree in Management and over 10 years of experience in customer service, particularly within the health field. Known for her approachable demeanor and strong organizational skills, Jackie takes pride in creating a welcoming and efficient environment for both clients and team members.

Originally from Central Florida, Jackie is newer to Florida’s west coast and is excited to be planting roots in the area. Outside of work, she enjoys spending quality time with her fiancé, Joey, and their dog, Goldie. Whether it’s camping, taking road trips, or relaxing at the beach, she loves exploring the outdoors and making the most of her free time.