About

Chiropractor in Austin

From Race Car Dreams to Helping Others

When Dr. Brad was 10, his mom was in a serious car accident. She was no longer able to be involved in his scouting program or volunteer at school. For two years, she went on a journey to find a solution for her chronic neck pain and headaches. The specialists she saw would give her exercises or medications, and nothing worked.

Finally, she went to the local chiropractor. Dr. Brad accompanied her, noting that the waiting room was full and everyone seemed happy. It wasn’t like any other doctor’s office he’d been to before! The chiropractor gave Dr. Brad’s mom a thorough evaluation. Within a month, there was a significant improvement. In three months, she was back to being herself.

Though he was just 12, Dr. Brad’s mind was made up. He gave up his original passion of becoming a race car driver and decided to enter the chiropractic profession.

Years of Education and Further Training

To earn a Doctor of Chiropractic, Dr. Brad attended Life University, graduating in 1992. While there, he became a senior intern and supervised other students in the clinic. It was on his rounds there that he met his wife, Dr. Nicole Holden.
Dr. Brad is board-certified by the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners in Chiropractic and Physiological Therapeutics. The postgraduate studies he has taken on include
  • Active Release Techniques® (ART)
  • Chiropractic BioPhysics® (CBP®)
  • High Intensity Laser Therapy
  • Certified in Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression
  • Corrective Exercise Specialist (CES)
  • CrossFit Certified Endurance Coach
 

A Comprehensive, Personal Approach

Over Dr. Brad’s years in practice, he has refined a precision approach to uncovering each patient’s core issue. “I take pride in connecting with people and understanding where they’re coming from.” After struggling with his own back issues, he realized that the best approach was multifaceted. He looks at the structural, functional, and emotional components of your problem, implementing an array of solutions to reach your goals.

Loving to Live Actively

Dr. Brad is originally from Michigan and enjoys the warm climate the South Austin area has to offer. He has been married for more than 30 years and has three sons. One plays tennis at Princeton; another is studying to become a chiropractor, and his youngest is at home and also plays competitive tennis.

Outside of HealthFirst Spine & Wellness, Dr. Brad likes to hike, mountain bike, do triathlons and marathons, CrossFit, and endurance train. He also loves to take runs with his Goldendoodle, Tiger.

Dr. Nicole Holden

Chiropractor in Austin

Growing up, Dr. Nicole found herself enamored with chiropractic—partially due to having a chiropractic father and holding jobs in his offices throughout her adolescence. Dr. Nicole knew from a young age that this was the profession for her, and after graduating from Michigan State University (go green!), she attended the renowned Life Chiropractic College in Georgia.

While at Life, Dr. Nicole made lifelong friends, learned techniques she still employs today, and was blessed to have had the opportunity to attend school assemblies led by founder Sid Williams, a thought leader in chiropractic.

 

A Passion for Families

Dr. Nicole enjoys helping patients of all walks of life express their true health—even the youngest members of your family. Whether you’re 1 or 100, we know there’s something for you at our practice.

At HealthFirst Spine & Wellness, Dr. Nicole goes beyond just helping you address the problem you’re seeking relief from—she aims to completely listen to you and your goals so that she can devise a care plan that can help you feel your best for the long run. Care with us is about more than just getting you out of sickness—it’s about keeping you well for life and showing you that with us, you’re a part of our family.

Outside of the Practice

When she isn’t caring for patients in the practice, Dr. Nicole enjoys spending time with her husband and three sons. The family has traveled extensively for the last 12 years as their oldest is a tennis star. The family also enjoys spending time with friends, hiking, and exploring nature. Dr. Nicole volunteers with the Christopher Guild Foundation, an organization near and dear to her heart that helps to raise money for child protection.

Dr. Noah Holden

Chiropractor in Austin

Hi, I’m Dr. Noah, a passionate chiropractor dedicated to helping you move better and feel great. My love for chiropractic runs deep, sparked by treatments I received as a small child from my parents and grandfather, all chiropractors themselves. Fresh from chiropractic school, I bring cutting-edge techniques and genuine care to every adjustment. With youthful energy and a commitment to making a lasting impact in our community, I’m here to support you, one spine at a time. When I’m not in the clinic, you’ll find me swimming with my dogs, perfecting my swing on the golf course, or diving into the latest research to keep your care top-notch. Let’s work together to unlock your body’s full potential!

Chiropractic Care in Austin

Welcome to HealthFirst Spine & Wellness! We are a community-based clinic serving the greater Austin area, dedicated to helping individuals and families optimal health through natural chiropractic care!

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