Dr. Danielle Barron, DC
Dr. Danielle Barron, DC
Dr. Danielle Barron is a Doctor of Chiropractic with advanced post-doctoral training in functional neurology. At Aura Functional Neurology Center, her primary clinical focus includes Functional Neurological Disorder (FND), dysautonomia and POTS, and migraine.
She has a particular passion for working with patients experiencing complex neurological symptoms that significantly affect their ability to function in everyday life. Through detailed neurological and autonomic assessment, she works to identify areas of dysfunction and develop targeted, brain-based rehabilitation strategies.
Education & Professional Development
Dr. Barron earned her Bachelor of Science from Murray State University, where she also competed on the collegiate rodeo team. She later attended Parker University, earning her Doctor of Chiropractic in 2018 and graduating Magna Cum Laude and as Salutatorian.
Her interest in complex neurological conditions led her to pursue extensive post-doctoral education in clinical and functional neurology through the Carrick Institute. Dr. Barron has completed more than 300 hours of approved post-doctoral neurological training and is eligible to sit for the American Chiropractic Neurology Board (ACNB) examination leading to Diplomate status in Chiropractic Neurology (DACNB).
Clinical Experience & Specialized Training
Dr. Barron began her career in East Tennessee, where she worked in a high-volume wellness practice and was twice honored with the Reader’s Choice Award for Best Chiropractor.
As her career progressed, she became increasingly drawn to neurological rehabilitation and patients with challenging or multifaceted presentations. This ultimately shaped the direction of her career and her current work at Aura FNC.
Dr. Barron also has a strong background in childhood neurodevelopmental and neurobehavioral disorders. She completed Dr. Robert Melillo’s Childhood Neurodevelopmental Disorders training and has experience working with autistic children and children with developmental and neurobehavioral challenges.
She also brings a background in functional medicine, with education and clinical experience in nutrition, gut health, environmental exposures, metabolic and hormonal health, inflammation, and immune function. This training allows her to appreciate the broader physiological factors that can intersect with neurological health.
A Personal Connection to Neurological Recovery
Dr. Barron’s path into functional neurology is also deeply personal.
While competing professionally in barrel racing, she sustained back-to-back concussions that significantly affected her nervous system. Around the same time, she was exposed to mold in her home. Together, these challenges contributed to significant neurological and systemic symptoms, including dysautonomia.
Her search for answers eventually introduced her to functional neurology and changed the direction of her career. Experiencing neurological dysfunction from the patient’s perspective gave her firsthand insight into how profoundly these conditions can affect daily life and how frustrating it can be to search for answers when symptoms are complex or difficult to explain.
That experience remains an important part of how she connects with and understands the patients she serves today.
Approach to Patient Care
Dr. Barron believes a diagnosis is an important starting point, but it does not tell the entire story. Two people with the same condition may have very different neurological findings, symptoms, and needs.
Her approach is guided by what she finds during each patient’s neurological and autonomic evaluation rather than diagnosis alone. Rehabilitation is progressed according to the individual’s findings, goals, and capacity, particularly when working with conditions where symptoms can fluctuate throughout recovery.
Education is also an important part of her approach. Dr. Barron wants patients to understand what they are doing, why they are doing it, and how it relates to their recovery. Above all, she wants her patients to feel heard, supported, and actively involved in their care.
Beyond the Practice
Outside of the clinic, Dr. Barron most enjoys spending time with her partner and their Yorkie, Waylon. Together, they love traveling, seeking out new adventures, and spending quality time with friends and family.
Her years in collegiate rodeo and professional barrel racing also left her with a competitive streak that has never completely disappeared – these days, it often comes out during a good game of cornhole. Whether exploring somewhere new or enjoying a quiet day at home with her partner and Waylon, she values connection, adventure, and making the most of life outside the clinic.