Meet Dr. Zhanna Leavitt
Growing Up Chiropractic
For Dr. Zhanna, chiropractic care has always been part of life. As the daughter of Dr. Catherine Leavitt, she grew up watching Belle Haven Family Chiropractic become a trusted part of the Alexandria community. She spent countless hours in the office as a child, getting to know patients and seeing firsthand how chiropractic care can support people throughout every stage of life.
Carrying on a Family Legacy
That experience inspired Dr. Zhanna to follow in her mother’s footsteps. What stood out most was the lasting relationships her mother built with patients over nearly 30 years in practice. Many of those same patients knew Dr. Zhanna when she was a child and still visit the office today.
After earning her Doctor of Chiropractic degree from National University of Health Sciences in St. Petersburg, Florida, in April 2025, Dr. Zhanna returned home to join the family practice as its second generation of chiropractors.
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An Athletic Approach to Care
Growing up playing multiple sports has shaped Dr. Zhanna’s approach to care. She understands how important it is for active individuals to stay healthy and return to the activities they enjoy. During chiropractic school, she volunteered at community sporting events, including wheelchair rugby tournaments, a Disney 5K, and dragon boat races. Working hands-on with athletes strengthened her interest in soft tissue therapies and sports-related care.
I know that people who are passionate about their sport really just want to return to being able to play again. That’s always been a goal of mine, to best help them get back on the field or get back on the court.”
Dr. Zhanna is certified in dry needling and FAKTR® (an instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization technique). She also incorporates manual release techniques, cupping, pin-and-stretch methods, stretching, and proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) into care when appropriate.
Getting to the Root
Patients often appreciate Dr. Zhanna’s thoughtful, investigative approach. Rather than focusing only on where symptoms appear, she takes time to understand the factors that may be contributing to a concern. She enjoys working with patients of all ages and sees a wide variety of presentations, from everyday aches and stiffness to sports-related injuries.
As the next generation of care at Belle Haven Family Chiropractic, Dr. Zhanna hopes to build on the strong foundation her mother established while continuing to welcome families, athletes, and individuals seeking chiropractic care.
Outside the office, she enjoys hiking, kayaking, swimming, pickleball, bird watching, and spending time with her close-knit Northern Virginia family.
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