Meet The Framework Team

Dr. Jeff Schmied
Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine
Licensed Acupuncturist
I've been there
After 20 years of working for large companies, I was suffering from declining mental and physical health. I ended up with a medicine cabinet full of pharmaceuticals to manage my anxiety and stress, back and neck pain, and a sensitive gut. I knew there had to be a better way to deal with the stress of earning a living and managing a family in this chaotic world. That’s when I found acupuncture. I was drawn to its holistic view of body, mind, and spirit, and its natural approach to healing – providing the body with cues to facilitate its own restoration.I made the life-changing decision to go back to school to learn the art and science of classic Chinese acupuncture and herbal medicine. Now I help hardworking Portlanders who face the same challenges that almost broke me.
Today's social and economic conditions place an incredible amount of pressure on our systems, and no one is immune to disorders that find opportunity in our overworked, overextended states of being. Together, we'll spend time to thoroughly assess your symptoms and desired outcomes. Using safe, effective methods, like acupuncture and therapeutic massage, we'll work together to return your body and mind to a state of healthy balance.

Danielle ZuZero
Health Coach
Clinical Researcher
Natural Medicine Consultant
Trained in Naturopathic Medicine and Clinical Research, Danielle offers a whole system approach to nutritional and lifestyle counseling to help you experience life with as much ease, joy, and strength as possible. No matter what stage of life you are in we can put together a plan that integrates body mechanics, nutrition, nervous system support, and the art of happiness to reach this goal!
Offerings:
Strength and Conditioning Training
Mindfulness Meditation
Breath Work
Stress Management Techniques
Food as Medicine
Herbal formulations

Dr. Zachary Mabalay
Founder of Framework
Chiropractic Physician
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Adult Critical Care Specialist/ Neonatal Pediatric Specialist
Certified Asthma Educator
From the beginning of his story, Dr. Zachary has always relied on Chiropractic Care in all it's forms. He is passionate about wellness and truly finding increased quality of life.
After a career in allopathic and hospital medicine, running critical care life support systems--it was time for a change! He founded Framework with the vision that there should be healing and compassionate care for all people in all walks of life, no matter their shape, size, or status.
Although Dr. Zachary relocated out of state, his heart remains at Framework. He is here for all of your telehealth needs and concerns.
Visits are available via telehealth for the following:
Consultation/Triage of Injury
Homeopathic Remedy Prescription
Nutraceutical/Herb/Vitamins Prescription
Functional Medicine Labwork
MVA Injury Assessment/Exam
Acupuncture and Massage treatment Prescription
