Dr. Nicole Olsen

Dr. Nicole Olsen completed her undergraduate studies at UC Santa Barbara, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Physiology and a minor in Exercise and Health Science.   While attending UCSB, Dr. Olsen served as a volunteer student athletic trainer for the women's basketball, swimming, track and water polo teams.   As Dr. Olsen learned more about how athletes' bodies function under the high demands of Division I sports, she reflected on her own experience as an athlete in pain.   While attending Notre Dame High School, Dr. Olsen competed as a varsity lightweight and varsity rower.   Pain in her hips and low back prompted her to see her family Chiropractor, whom instructed Dr. Olsen on proper ways to manage her body and how Chiropractic adjustments help the body heal.   At the completion of her senior year at UCSB, Dr. Olsen enrolled at Palmer College of Chiropractic West in San Jose, to expand her knowledge of the human body and its reaction to stress.

Upon completion of her Doctor of Chiropractic Degree in December 2004, Dr. Olsen followed her heart back to Santa Barbara, with her partner, Dr. Barry to open Barry Family Chiropractic.

Dr. Olsen is interested in treating the entire family, from infants to grandparents.   She will commence the Chiropractic Diplomate in Pediatrics in the fall.   Additionally, Dr. Olsen has completed 2 marathons and numerous shorter races, she enjoys sharing her experience with other runners.  

Associations:
Dr. Olsen is a member of the California Chiropractic Association, American Chiropractic Association, American Public Health Association, Santa Barbara Chamber of Commerce

Certifications:
CPR Healthcare Provider Certified
Participated in the Applied Kinesiology 100 hour certification

Community Involvement:
Dr. Olsen volunteers her time to ensure fair representation of her profession to both state and national political representatives.  

CCA Legislative Day: A one day trip to Sacramento to educate our local law makers on Chiropractic and to lobby for healthcare legislation. May 2003, 2004, 2005

Elected May 2005 to serve as Santa Barbara Chapter of the CCA, Secretary

National Chiropractic Legislative Conference: A four day conference and meetings with national lawmakers to educate and lobby for Chiropractic issues.

ACA House of Delegates: Served as the National Fundraising Chair for Student division of the ACA.   Dr. Olsen participated in the 2003 and 2004 HOD meeting of this influential body.  

Locally, Dr. Olsen volunteers for Body Electric, a non-profit that supports women and girls in sports.  

Clinic Abroad: Bali, Indonesia December 2003

ACA Sports Council Member 2001- 2004: Dr. Olsen volunteered her services to athletes at events such as the Sea Otter Classic and NBA Hoop it Up.