Our Provider

Dr. Dakota Parris is a chiropractic physician serving Western North Carolina with a patient-centered approach focused on addressing the root causes of pain and dysfunction. A Jackson County native, she earned her bachelor’s degree in biology from Western Carolina University and later completed her Doctor of Chiropractic degree at Life University in 2020.

After returning home in 2021, Dr. Parris gained valuable clinical and patient-care experience while practicing at Wilson Family Chiropractic in Sylva, NC. In January 2023, she launched her own practice inside Root to Branch Healing House in Bryson City, where she continues to expand her services and wellness support for the local community.

Her passion for functional, evidence-based care is deeply personal—having grown up with autoimmune thyroid disease, she is committed to helping others find answers that go beyond symptom management. Dr. Parris strives to empower each patient through education, personalized treatment plans, and preventative strategies that support long-term health.