meet the team
chiropractor
Dr. Brenja Besteman, D.C.
Dr. Brenja Besteman, D.C. is originally from Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan. She made Florida her home in 2015. She found her love of chiropractic through receiving care as a teenager while playing sports and into her adult life to treat vertigo. She is passionate about helping others achieve their best health through natural chiropractic care.
She earned her Bachelor's Degree in Business Management from Daytona State College, laying a solid foundation for her future endeavors. Pursuing her passion further, Dr. Brenja attended Palmer College of Chiropractic, where she discovered her special interest in treating pediatric patients and pregnant mamas. This niche allows her to make a meaningful impact on families, ensuring they receive the care they need for a healthier future.
When she's not in the office, Dr. Brenja loves to spend quality time with her family. You'll often find her chasing after her toddler, Sawyer, or soaking up the sun at the beach. Her commitment to both her profession and her family reflects her belief in a balanced, healthy lifestyle.
chiropractor
Dr. Dio Valentin, D.C.
Dr. Dio Valentin, DC is originally from Puerto Rico, where she was born and raised. Passionate about pediatric and prenatal care, Dr. Dio believes the body can heal naturally and faster when it is properly aligned.
She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Genetics with a minor in Biology, which laid the foundation for her deep understanding of the human body. Her love for pediatric and prenatal care led Dr. Dio to expand her expertise by becoming a birth coach and a birth and postpartum doula. She is also a certified pediatric and prenatal chiropractor through the International Chiropractic Pediatric Associate (ICPA).
Every day, she works diligently to increase her knowledge to help others achieve their optimal health through chiropractic care. Her mission is to serve as many people as possible by providing care that empowers them to live their healthiest lives.
In her free time, Dr. Dio Loves to spend time with her family, read books, workout, and watch comedy series. These activities help her recharge and maintain a balanced lifestyle, which she believes is essential for both personal and professional well-being.
chiropractor & Co-Founder
Dr. Katherine Burtis, D.C.
Dr. Katherine Burtis, D.C. is originally from Long Island, NY. She is a second-generation chiropractor, and as a child, she grew up with chiropractic and the understanding of the power of the nervous system.
She graduated from Virginia Tech with a Bachelors Degree in Exercise Science. Upon graduation, Dr. Katherine Burtis, D.C. worked for a large pharmaceutical company. It was through this direct experience that she became inspired to trace back to her roots and help individuals heal naturally. She completed her doctorate in chiropractic from Palmer College of Chiropractic.
Dr. Katherine Burtis, D.C. is extremely passionate about improving the health of the DeLand community to allow them to thrive with specific chiropractic care.
Outside of the office, you can find her spending time with her friends and family, spending date nights with her hubby Pete in downtown DeLand, hiking on trails in central Florida, riding horses in DeLeon Springs, and enjoying time with her 2 cats - Ron and Charles.
office manager
Odessa Smith
Odessa Smith is a Florida local and was born and raised in DeLand. She has lived near DeLand her whole life and truly loves the small-town charm and hospitality.
Odessa quickly became fascinated with chiropractic when she began her journey as a chiropractic assistant at Pure Alignment Chiropractic.
She is passionate about learning how chiropractic can help people reduce medications and live a healthy lifestyle.
When she isn't in the office, you can find Odessa spending time with her husband and their two dogs, Hank and Bandit. She also loves spending time outdoors, being on the river, and spending time with her family.
Office Assistant
Kacie Ramsey
Kacie Ramsey is originally from Ohio. She has lived near Deland since 2023 and loves the Florida sun. She actually discovered chiropractic at Pure Alignment! She loves TRT and the amazing results it provides.
She is passionate about helping people live pain-free! The biggest lesson that she has learned from PAC is that pain is not normal.
When she's not in the office, Kacie loves to spend time with her husband and family. She loves reading, drinking coffee, and finding unique places to shop.
OFFICE HOURS
Monday
10:00am - 12:00pm
3:00pm - 6:00pm
Tuesday
9:00am - 12:00pm
Wednesday
10:00am - 12:00pm
3:00pm - 5:00pm
Thursday
10:00am - 12:00pm
3:00pm - 6:00pm
Friday
Closed
Saturday & Sunday
Closed
Pure Alignment Chiropractic
121 Victoria Commons Blvd STE 106
DeLand, FL 32724