Our Philosophy
At Sozo Wellness, we believe the body was designed to heal.
Sometimes the body simply needs the right support, environment, and guidance to begin functioning the way it was meant to.
Our approach focuses on looking beyond surface symptoms to better understand possible stressors and imbalances affecting overall wellness. Through gentle chiropractic care, functional approaches, biomagnetism, muscle response testing, red light therapy, and proactive wellness tools, our goal is to help support the body as a whole.
Meet Dr. Phillip & Joanna
Sozo Wellness was built from a shared passion for helping people pursue health in a more intentional and holistic way.
Dr. Phillip Parkinson graduated from Logan College of Chiropractic in St. Louis, Missouri in 2008 and practiced in both Missouri and Florida before settling in Middle Tennessee in 2017.
Over the years, his passion has grown beyond simply addressing symptoms. He is deeply committed to helping uncover possible underlying stressors and supporting the body’s ability to heal and function more optimally.
Joanna, Phillip’s wife, is the owner of Sozo Thermography and is often found helping around the office, connecting with clients, or serving the local community. Together, they care deeply about creating a welcoming environment where people feel seen, supported, and encouraged in their wellness journey.
Phillip and Joanna live outside of Nashville with two of their four children and are passionate about helping families and individuals pursue health in every area of life.
OUR VALUES
FAITH
We believe that Jesus is the ultimate healer.
The name “Sozo” comes from a Greek word meaning saved, healed, and delivered. Our heart is to partner with the Holy Spirit as we walk alongside each client with compassion, hope, and expectation for healing.
SAFETY
Taking steps toward better health can feel vulnerable.
Whether you are completely new to holistic wellness or have been pursuing natural health for years, we strive to create an environment where you feel welcomed, accepted, and safe to explore your healing journey.
COMFORT
We want to change the way people experience healthcare.
Our goal is to provide a warm, inviting environment where you feel seen, heard, supported, and cared for. We believe healing happens best in the context of trust and genuine relationship.
You are not alone.
EMPOWERMENT
We believe true wellness begins with understanding your body, not fearing it.
Through thermography imaging, , functional wellness consultations and therapies, education, and practical wellness tools, we help empower our clients with greater insight into their health so they can make informed, confident decisions for themselves and their families.
Our goal is to simplify wellness by providing clear guidance, meaningful support, and practical steps that help you feel more connected to your body and more confident in your healing journey.
HOPE
Fear and discouragement can feel overwhelming when it comes to health.
We want to be a light for individuals and families by creating an atmosphere of encouragement, hope, and possibility. We believe every person has value, purpose, and the ability to move toward greater freedom and wellness.
Chiropractic care saved my wife from pain and desperation during pregnancy.
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Chiropractic care saved my wife from pain and desperation during pregnancy. *
Dr. Phillip’s Story
My journey into chiropractic began through my own family’s health experience.
When my wife was five months pregnant with our second child, she was in significant pain and struggling just to move through daily life. I remember watching her painfully make her way out of the house and into the car, unable to comfortably walk or fully care for our young son at the time. It was overwhelming and honestly a little frightening to watch someone I loved feel so limited and discouraged.
Everything changed when we found a chiropractor who looked beyond the surface symptoms and focused on supporting her body as a whole.
Not only did she experience incredible physical relief during pregnancy, but we also began exploring deeper aspects of health—things like food sensitivities, emotional stress, nervous system balance, and underlying stressors within the body.
Watching her transformation was life-changing for me.
That experience sparked a passion in me to pursue chiropractic and holistic wellness care so I could help others experience the same kind of hope, healing, and restoration our family experienced.
Our personal health journey has deeply shaped the way I approach care today. My heart is to help individuals and families feel empowered, supported, and equipped to pursue greater balance, peace, and wellness throughout every stage of life.
Because when health improves, life opens up in powerful ways.