The Thrive Holistic Team
Founder, Owner, Chiropractor, Foundational Nutritionist, Quantum Nutritionist, Certified Animal ChiropractorStephanie Bahlman, DC, cAVCA
Dr. Bahlman has a broad range of skills and a multi-disciplinary background she uses in regards to helping patients regain their health.
In 2000 and in 2005 she was selected and participated in various roles as a cast member and volunteer of the world-renowned leadership program, Up with People. As a student at the University of North Texas, she was involved in leadership roles such as Recruitment Vice President and President in her sorority, Alpha Delta Pi. In 2004, Dr. Bahlman graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations/Journalism and began to work in health care assisting physicians, hospitals, and clinics with temporary and permanent job placements.
In 2008, Dr. Bahlman was accepted to Parker University in Dallas, TX where she began her doctoral study. While in school she had a special interest in nutrition studies. During her clinical year she was accepted to the sister chiropractic program at Univdersidad Estatal del Valle de Ecatepec (UNEVE) outside of Mexico City, Mexico to complete her clinical studies. In 2013, Dr. Bahlman graduated from Parker University with a Doctorate of Chiropractic, a Bachelor of Science in Anatomy, and a Bachelor of Science in Health and Wellness. Dr. Bahlman has continued leadership roles within her community and abroad by speaking at the Go Red for Women event in 2015, serves and has held multiple positions on the Board of Directors of CURA Brasil since 2014 with a current position of Vice President, as well as has taught and volunteered with multi-disciplinary physicians in Itu, Brazil.
In 2016, Dr. Bahlman began to further her education in nutrition and received a certificate in Advanced Nutrition Response Testing ® from Ulan Nutritional Systems in Clearwater, FL in 2018. She received recognition as “Doctor of The Future” in 2019 from UNS for standing up for Chiropractic in the state of Texas. Dr. Bahlman is currently studying Quantum Nutrition and continues to further pursue post-doctoral training in nutrition sciences.
In 2023 Dr. Bahlman completed over 200 hours of rigorous coursework through the accredited Animal Chiropractic Program at Parker University in Dallas, TX. She also successfully completed the Animal Chiropractic Certification Commission (ACCC) of the American Veterinary Chiropractic Association (AVCA) and is certified in Animal Chiropractic by the Animal Chiropractic Commission (ACCC) of the AVCA.
As a Chiropractor and nutrition practitioner Dr. Bahlman uses holistic health care principles and practices to help lead her patients to improved health. During her down time, Dr. Bahlman enjoys outdoor activities such as saltwater fishing and snow skiing. She also enjoys traveling, cultural learning, college football, and playing the piano. Her favorite activities include anything with her best friend, her Great Dane, Chelsea.
Dr. B & Chelsea
Doctor of the Future 2019
Office Manager
Shayla Armstrong
Patient Advocate here at Thrive Holistic since October 7, 2025
I have been married to my husband Ross, for 42 years. We have 2 children, Brandon and his wife Abbie, Maggie and her husband Arnie. Owen, Kylie, Noah, Aaron and Angelina are our amazing grandchildren.
I have been a patient of Dr. B's since 2022, and she has made such a big impact on my health and life! God then had a plan that neither of us were really planning on.
I worked in education, as Superintendent Secretary and ending with Human Resources and Payroll Director. I was able to "retire" from education with 20+ years, and Dr. B asked if I would like to onboard the Thrive Team!
I am so excited to be here and be a part of such an amazing practice, thanks Dr. B!!!
Public Relations, Social Media Operations
Sarah Horton
Graduated from Pima Community College with an Associates of Liberal Arts in 2006, Phi Theta Kappa. Graduated University of Arizona in 2010 with a Bachelor of Arts with an emphasis in Media Arts and a minor in English. She joined HHC in 2022 after becoming a patient in 2021 with a colicky newborn. Outside of the office, she enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, and sewing/embroidery.
Sarah handles Thrive Holistic’s public relations & social media operations. Please send all media related requests to her, as well as social media collaboration requests.

