- Dr. Lisa A. StricklandDMD
Dr. Strickland, a Columbus, GA native, has been in dentistry since the age of 17. After working in a dental office for several years, she realized her passion for dentistry and received her DMD from the Medical College of Georgia in 1997. Dr. Strickland has been in private practice for 23 years. Her practice, Whole Tree Dentistry, provides general dentistry services with a whole body oral systemic approach including Dental Sleep Medicine.
Married to her high school sweetheart for over 35 years, Dr. Strickland has three sons, a daughter-in-law, and granddaughter that she cherishes. She is an active member in her church where she teaches a Ladies’ Bible Study “Soul Sisters”.
Dr. Strickland is currently a member of the American Dental Association (ADA), the Georgia Dental Association (GDA), and the American Academy for Oral Systemic Health (AAOSH). She is also a Diplomate with the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine (ABDSM), and a VIVOS Integrated Practice (VIP). - Dr. Ashley Garcia BassettDMD
Dr. Bassett was born and raised in Columbus, GA and was a graduate of Hardaway High School in 2001. She received her Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Georgia in 2005, then went on to earn her DMD (Doctor of Dental Medicine) from the University of Florida in 2010. Upon graduation, Dr. Bassett decided to move back home to Columbus where she has been practicing with Dr. Strickland since 2010.
She is a member of the American Dental Association, Georgia Dental Association, Western Dental Society, American Academy of Oral Systemic Health, and a VIVOS Integrated Practice (VIP). She also volunteers her time as an active member of the Junior League of Columbus.
Dr. Bassett has a busy life outside of work. She and her husband Sam have two children, Ellie and Will, plus two Labrador retrievers, Boone and Banks. She enjoys going to the beach, watching her children play sports, UGA football and being outdoors. She and her family are very involved at St. Anne Catholic Church.
- VondaRegistered Dental Hygienist
Vonda was born here in Columbus, GA and was raised in Ft. Mitchell. She graduated high school from Woodland Christian Academy, and earned her hygiene degree from Columbus Tech. Vonda has been a part of the Whole Tree team since 1999, and says she loves getting to know her patients and working with a wonderful team of ladies.
She and her husband Jimmy have two children, Austin and Amianne, and two dogs, Dixie and Chubs. Vonda loves reading, watching Alabama football, hanging out with friends and family, and loving on her granddaughter Raelyn.
- BeckyOffice Manager
Becky was born and raised in Mississippi, and moved to Columbus in 1990. She has been working in the dental field for over 30 years, and has been a part of the Whole Tree family for over 20 years. She enjoys working in a Christian-based office that focuses on whole body health. Getting to meet and build relationships with the patients is her favorite part of the job.
Becky and her husband Chris have a daughter, Taylor, and four pups. Outside of work, she enjoys football, working in the yard, and spending time with her family.
- PaigeExpanded Duties Assistant (Lead), Implant Specialist
Paige was born here in Columbus and raised in Phenix City. She graduated from Central High School and attended Columbus State University. Paige has been part of the Whole Tree family since 1999 where she loves taking care of patients and serving others' needs.
Paige and her husband Drew have two children, Jordan and Colt. When she's not busy here at the office, Paige enjoys home remodeling, movies, traveling and serving the community.
- AaronRegistered Dental Hygienist
Aaron was born and raised in LaGrange, GA and graduated from Columbus Technical College in 2004 with an Associates Degree in Dental Hygiene. She has been a part of the Whole Tree team since 2005 where she focuses on providing quality care and education on oral systemic health. She enjoys building relationships with her patients, and loves the sisterhood with her co-workers at Whole Tree.
Aaron and her husband, Kenny, have 3 daughters, Ali, Anslee & Aubrey, and 2 mini dachshunds, Bear and Shelby. They enjoy watching their kids play softball, traveling in their camper, going to the beach and watching Georgia football.
- Ashley (“Sug”)Expanded Duties Dental Assistant
Ashley "Sug" was born and raised in Columbus, and received her CPR and Expanded Duties certification from Columbus Tech. She has been a part of the Whole Tree family since 2006, and she loves the people she works with!
Away from the office, Sug loves going to the beach, enjoying time with family, watching the Atlanta Braves and GA football, and raising 26 goats with her husband Bryan at Willis Goat Farm. Sug has a son Wyatt, a stepdaughter Mikayla and three dogs.
- BrittanyExpanded Duties Dental Assistant
Brittany is a Columbus, GA native and earned her Certified Dental Assistant certificate from Columbus Tech. She has been a part of the Whole Tree team since 2008, and she loves to work with patients and the Cerec machine.
Brittany is married to her high school sweetheart Nate and they have two children, Ty and Ellis. Brittany enjoys watching her kids play sports, going to the beach, spending time with family, and cheering on the GA Bulldogs!
- ElizabethSterilization Tech
Elizabeth is a Columbus, GA native and attended Columbus Tech and Columbus State University. She enjoys getting the chance to take care of people, working with amazing people, and working for Dr. Strickland who has been her dentist since age 5.
Elizabeth enjoys shopping, reading, going to the beach, and spending time with her family and friends. She has a family dog, a beagle named Bella, who she says is the cutest dog around!
- KimMarketing / IT
Born and raised in Columbus, Kim attended Auburn University and Columbus State University. She enjoys the challenges of working in a practice that embraces the latest in dental technology.
Away from the office, Kim enjoys spending time with her husband of over 30 years, their four children and three grandchildren.
Meet Our Team