Our Dynamic Team
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Welcome to Optimal You Wellness Center! At Optimal You, we extend a warm welcome to a transformative journey of well-being. Our wellness center is a haven where personalized care, holistic approaches, and a collaborative team, including personal training and health coaching experts, converge to redefine your health experience. We take care of not only your physical health but also your spiritual, mental, and emotional well-being.
With a focus on individual needs, education, and comprehensive wellness, we are dedicated to guiding you towards your optimal self. Explore a space where your well-being is the priority, and every step is a stride towards a healthier, happier you. We treat ALL ages.
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"Great things are never done by one person.
They’re done by a team of people."
– Steve Jobs
Dr. Tommy Romero, D.C.
Board-Certified Chiropractic Physician | Clinical Neurology Expert | Gut Health & Longevity Focus
Dr. Tommy Romero, a Jacksonville native, is a Board-Certified Chiropractic Physician and Co-Founder of Optimal You Wellness Center. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science, with minors in Chemistry and Biology, from Florida State University before continuing his education at the prestigious Palmer College of Chiropractic, where he graduated with his Doctor of Chiropractic Medicine and served as Chief Intern.
Following his doctorate, Dr. Romero completed over three years of advanced postdoctoral training through the Clinical Neuroscience Institute, specializing in both Functional Neurology and Electromyography. This extensive training provides him with a deep understanding of anatomy, brain function, and nervous system regulation, giving him a unique advantage in treating complex neurological and functional conditions.
Dr. Romero’s expertise centers on restoring nervous system balance, with a strong emphasis on vagal nerve tonicity and the regulation of parasympathetic and sympathetic activation. By following the nervous system and its connection to biochemistry, disease progression, and health optimization, he provides a truly holistic and comprehensive analysis for his patients.
He specializes in the care of individuals with post-traumatic brain injury, anxiety, depression, learning disorders, and other cognitive impairments, while also advancing his focus on gut health and longevity-based healthcare. Integrating functional medicine protocols with neurological expertise, Dr. Romero develops personalized treatment strategies designed to enhance resilience, restore balance, and optimize long-term wellness.
Through his work at Optimal You, Dr. Romero embodies the center’s mission of providing specialty, whole-person care that bridges advanced science with natural health.
Dr. Lexie Romero, D.C.
Board Certified Chiropractic Physician | Functional Medicine Specialist |
Women’s Health & Nutrition Expert
Dr. Lexie Romero is a Board Certified Chiropractic Physician with advanced postdoctoral training in functional medicine, women’s health, and clinical nutrition. For the past seven years, she has served as Co-Founder and Lead Physician at Optimal You Wellness Center, where she is dedicated to providing integrative, patient-centered care for individuals and families.
Dr. Romero earned her Bachelor of Science in Psychology, with minors in Chemistry and Biology, from Florida State University. She went on to complete her Doctorate in Chiropractic Medicine at the renowned Palmer College of Chiropractic, where she distinguished herself as Chief Intern and was instrumental in piloting the Functional Medicine program within the college clinic. She is actively pursuing Diplomate status with the American Board of Chiropractic Internists (DABCI), the Council of Diagnosis and Internal Disorders (CDID), and the American Board of Chiropractic Internists (ABCI). In addition, she is working toward her Diplomate with the American Clinical Board of Nutrition (DACBN) and completing certification as a Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner (FMCP) through the Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM).
With a holistic and evidence-based approach, Dr. Romero blends her extensive clinical expertise with compassionate care to address the root causes of health concerns. She provides comprehensive support for patients of all ages, from infancy through pregnancy and beyond, with particular focus in natural hormone balancing, postpartum care, eczema, thyroid disorders, and autoimmune conditions.
As a physician and mother of three daughters—Adelaide, Mia, and Reignie—Dr. Romero is passionate about creating a safe and supportive environment where women and children can access cutting-edge, natural healthcare. Beyond her clinical practice, she is committed to community education, regularly sharing insights on the latest advancements in natural healing and empowering families to take charge of their health.
Dr. Alfred Thomas Romero, M.D.
Consulting Medical Physician
Cardiologist & Internal Medicine Physician
We’re honored to welcome Dr. Alfred Thomas Romero, M.D. to the Optimal You team as our Internal Medicine Consulting Physician.
Dr. Romero is a Board-Certified Cardiologist and Internal Medicine specialist with over 35 years of clinical experience, bringing an invaluable depth of medical knowledge to our practice. Throughout his distinguished career—including three decades at Kindred Hospital in Palatka—he has provided exceptional care to patients with complex health conditions, always with compassion and precision.
At Optimal You, Dr. Romero offers functional cardiology consulting for advanced and complicated cases, helping bridge traditional medicine and functional care. His integrative approach allows patients to receive the best of both worlds—evidence-based medical insight combined with a holistic understanding of the body’s interconnected systems.
Beyond his professional accomplishments, Dr. Romero is also the proud father of Dr. Tommy Romero, DC, and together they are passionate about offering families truly comprehensive, whole-body healthcare.
Heather Beebe
Doctor's Assistant & Health Coach
Heather, our certified health coach, transitioned from a successful career in early childhood education to establish her virtual health coaching practice. With a certification from the Institute of Integrative Nutrition, Heather guides individuals and groups towards holistic well-being. Her approach centers on fostering balance in emotional, physical, mental, and spiritual health, enriching the lives of our patients.
Michelle Gilberto
In- House Phlebotomist
Michelle Gilberto is a skilled Phlebotomist, having completed her training at FSCJ and passed the National Healthcareer Association exam. With her expertise and compassion, Michelle ensures a seamless experience for every patient, making her a valued member of our team.
Wellness Manager
Tracy Adams
With over 23 years in the medical industry, Tracy’s commitment to healing runs deep. While she values the principles of medicine, her true passion lies in holistic and integrative wellness. Her journey took a personal turn when she and her son both faced autoimmune diseases, and thanks to the incredible doctors at Optimal You Wellness, they are now in remission. As a certified NeuroCoach, Tracy believes that true health and happiness come when we honor our true selves across all dimensions- physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual.
Sean Carvelli
Office Manager
Originally from Brooklyn, Sean moved to Jacksonville in 2018, where he discovered his passion for wellness. As a result, he decided to pursue a medical degree. Sean is joining the Optimal You team with a background in customer service, fitness, and the medical field. He truly loves building relationships with patients who become like family over time. His goal while at Optimal You is to elevate every aspect of the business and raise awareness about the incredible benefits of functional medicine and all of the other great services Optimal You can provide to help others live an optimal life.
Our Why...
As parents of three precious girls, we understand the value of family. We're not only passionate about providing a healthy lifestyle for ourselves and our girls, but we want this for you and your loved ones too.
