meet our staff
Dr. Alex Hook
Dr. Hook grew up in Omaha, Nebraska before attending Rockhurst University in Kansas City. As a Hawk, Dr. Hook played basketball while pursuing a biology degree. He returned to Omaha to earn a degree in Dentistry at Creighton University School of Dentistry. He credits his Jesuit education and thoughtful mother with instilling a sense of compassion and duty to care for others. His curiosity and drive to provide the highest quality care paired perfectly with the opportunity he was given to work with Dr. Louise DeFelice in holistic dental care here in Spokane. Now, as a practice owner Dr. Hook has cultivated a practice in which all facets of general dentistry are performed with the finest materials and latest technologies guided by the principles of holistic dentistry. Dr. Hook is a proponent of evaluating lifestyle, hygiene, and diet in addition to health history in order to properly assess and treat oral disease.
In the office you will find that Dr. Hook quickly relieves any stress you may arrive with through his careful listening and sincere and thoughtful communication. He will take the time to work with you in formulating a treatment plan that achieves your goals, and work with you each step of the way to ensure a successful outcome.
Outside the office Dr. Hook spends time with his wife, Dr. Young, and their two young children, two ornery cats, and a fast-growing Leonberger pup. He is an adventure seeker with a love of snowboarding, mountain biking, hiking and live music. Give him new sights, new scents, new sounds; he is an avid explorer!
Dr. ellery young
Dr. Young hails from Sebastopol, a small town north of San Francisco in the heart of apple and wine country. Growing up amidst the apple trees, vineyards and golden rolling hills, Dr. Young’s appreciation of beauty in the natural world and her keen sense of observation developed at an early age. Since childhood she has always enjoyed paints and pastels as a means of reproducing the beauty found in nature. In fact, you will see some of her art in the office! Dr.Young will tell you that dentistry itself involves a great deal of artistry and that it is the combination of the scientific foundation of dentistry, the service to others, and the artistry of dentistry that make it such a rewarding profession. Her older brother, a dentist in Alaska, was instrumental in introducing her to the idea of making it a career and recognizing the artistry and craftsmanship involved.
Dr. Young first fell in love with Spokane while she attended Gonzaga University, graduating with a Biology degree from the Honors College. Upon graduation she moved to Omaha where she earned her dental degree from Creighton University School of Dentistry. As a new dentist, Dr. Young worked in community health dentistry. Here she honed her abilities in urgent care, oral surgery, and those skills foundational to general dentistry. During this time, she developed an interest in, and care philosophy aligned with, the practice of holistic and functional dentistry.
With a full heart, a vision, and immense gratitude she finds herself now working alongside her husband in a practice that reflects their personal values and dental expertise.
Dr. Young takes the time to wholly understand a situation, diagnose, and educate. She is attentive, curious, and authentic in her communication with patients. She believes successful treatment depends on this! You will find that in her care, YOU are a part of the solution and YOUR wellbeing is the priority.
jenny
Our hygienist Jenny joined our practice in 2019 after starting her career as a student at UW followed by 21 years in practice in her hometown of Renton. As both a professional and a person, Jenny is compassionate and caring. In regards to working at Harmony Holistic Dentistry Jenny says, “It is a privilege to be a part of a group of people who support each other in work and also cheer each other on in personal endeavors. We extend that care and compassion to the patients who visit our office. I love getting to know patients, providing them with quality care and empowering them with the knowledge they need to be advocates for their oral and overall health.”
Jenny, her husband, daughter, and fur babies enjoy exploring all the Inland Northwest has to offer including hiking, skiing, gardening, camping, and fishing!
shannon
Shannon has been in dentistry for 25 years. As an expanded function dental auxiliary (EFDA), often called a restorative assistant, her attention to detail, organization, and technical thinking skills are well suited to the job. Shannon is very perceptive and conscientious when it comes to the patient experience, she notes “I love to make my patients feel comfortable.” You can count on Shannon to be intentional and meticulous in her work.
During her free time, she enjoys spending time with her 7 grand babies. She also likes spending summers in the pool, camping, and hanging with good friends. Don’t be surprised if you find her soaking up the sun, music, and good vibes of the Gorge!
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Heather H
Heather has worked in the dental field for over 20 years as a dental hygienist. Her critical thinking, observation skills, and focus make her an incredible asset to our hygiene department. You will find her to be gentle, patient, and thorough in her approach. Outside of the office she is a busy mom who enjoys family time, outdoor adventures, and exploring the natural beauty of the inland northwest region.
TRACY
With over 20 years of experience in the dental field, Tracy is well prepared to answer your questions and help you schedule your treatment. As one of our schedule coordinators you will find her to be patient, kind, and thorough. Tracy’s presence in the office is calm and caring. Outside of work she enjoys spending time with friends and family, exploring the great outdoors, gardening, traveling, and trying new cuisine.
Heather W
We are thrilled to have Heather join our dental assisting team. With years of experience, she provides compassionate patient care with confidence and a calm attitude. She supports the staff and patients alike with her kind personality. Beyond dentistry her interests include house projects, interior design, spending time with friends and family, and her two sweet dogs. She is also a great baker and makes the best banana bread!
corrine
Corrine is relatively new to dentistry but as our scheduling coordinator her communication skills and warm personality make for the perfect fit. She is the smiling face at our front desk and the kind voice answering your calls. Her welcoming and gentle spirit is so appreciated by staff and patients alike.
Outside of work she enjoys going to concerts and spending time with her family. As she says “ I am a proud grandma and eager to have more grand babies in the future,” (that’s directed at you Hannah). She is also a caring dog mama and indoor plant aficionado. We can thank Corrine for keeping our office plants thriving!
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brittaney
Brittaney is an experienced professional who brings more than 15 years of dental and administrative experience to her role as office manager. She has a Master’s in Business Administration and Bachelor’s in Accounting. She is our insurance guru and patient advocate; she is your ally and if you have questions regarding treatment plans and insurance then she’s your gal!
She enjoys interacting and building relationships with our patients. In her words, “My priority is to ensure that all of our patients have a wonderful experience.” Queen of multi-tasking, she demonstrates that prized combination of focus, attention to detail, and charisma.
She has one child and two grown stepchildren with whom she enjoys spending as much time as possible. When not in the office she is out hiking and kayaking (weather permitting), or hanging out as Auntie B with her 6 nieces and 5 nephews.
Deena
It's no surprise that Deena exudes confidence and calm in the dental practice as she's worked in the field for nearly 40 years! She began her career as an assistant and then pursued training as an EFDA (expanded function dental auxiliary). Since that time, she has worked in private practice as well as teaching dental assisting and EFDA classes at the Spokane Community College. She notes that in dentistry there is always something new to learn and working in a holistic office has allowed her to discover even more. She enjoys helping her patients to feel at ease and educating them throughout the process.
