Family-owned in South Tampa

Tampa's family chiropractor — for every age, every stage.

Dr. Erica Lopez and Dr. Miciah Hirr care for the whole family on South Sterling Avenue — from expecting moms and brand-new babies to busy parents and grandparents. Gentle, tailored adjustments, Webster-certified prenatal care, and honest plans with no pressure.

Dr. Erica Lopez, DC, owner of Tampa Bay Family Chiropractic Dr. Erica Lopez, DC · Owner
5.0★Google · 128+ reviews
20+Years caring for Tampa
WebsterCertified prenatal care
All agesNewborns to grandparents
2025Best of South Tampa
The doctors

Two doctors who know your family.

Dr. Erica Lopez built this practice around a simple idea: chiropractic care should feel personal, gentle, and honest. Alongside Dr. Miciah Hirr, she cares for Tampa families through every season — pregnancy, the newborn days, the school-sport years, and the aches that come with a full life.

Owner · Founder Dr. Erica Lopez, DC, owner of Tampa Bay Family Chiropractic

Dr. Erica Lopez D.C.

Owner · family, prenatal & pediatric care

A Palmer College of Chiropractic graduate and a mom of two, Dr. Lopez has cared for Tampa Bay families since the early 2000s. She blends precise adjustments with nutritional support and simple home care — and takes the time to show you the why behind your plan.

Education
Doctor of Chiropractic — Palmer College of Chiropractic
Areas of focus
  • Prenatal & postpartum care
  • Pediatric & family wellness
  • Auto-injury (personal injury) recovery
  • Whole-body, nutrition-aware care plans
Webster Certified Dr. Miciah Hirr, DC, at Tampa Bay Family Chiropractic

Dr. Miciah Hirr D.C.

Associate · prenatal & pediatric specialist

Originally from Michigan and now a proud Tampa Bay local, Dr. Hirr trained at Palmer College of Chiropractic's Port Orange campus. She is ICPA Webster-certified for prenatal care and brings a especially gentle touch to cranial sacral fascial therapy and pediatric work.

Education
Doctor of Chiropractic — Palmer College, Port Orange, FL
Areas of focus
  • ICPA Webster Technique (prenatal)
  • Pediatric SOT & newborn care
  • Cranial Sacral Fascial Therapy
  • Trigger-point & soft-tissue therapy
Why families choose us

The Tampa Bay Family difference.

One practice, every age
From a baby's first weeks to grandma's golden years, your whole family is cared for under one roof — by doctors who know your story.
Gentle & tailored
No two spines — or two patients — are the same. We match the technique to you, from precise manual adjustments to feather-light pediatric work.
Prenatal specialists
Both doctors care for expecting moms, and our team is ICPA Webster-certified to support comfort and alignment through every trimester.
Honest, upfront plans
Clear pricing, no pressure, and a plan that explains itself. We'll tell you what you need — and just as importantly, what you don't.
What brings families in

Care for the things life puts on your spine.

Most people who walk through our door aren't lifelong chiropractic patients. They're expecting moms, new parents, desk workers, weekend athletes, and folks recovering from a fender-bender on Dale Mabry. Here's what we help with most.

No. 01

Pregnancy discomfort

Low-back, hip, and pelvic relief through every trimester using the gentle, Webster-certified prenatal approach.

No. 02

Babies & newborns

Feather-light care for the early weeks — supporting comfort, feeding, and restful sleep with the softest possible touch.

No. 03

Children & teens

Age-appropriate adjustments for growing bodies, sports stress, posture, and the wear of heavy backpacks and screens.

No. 04

Lower back pain

From sit-all-day stiffness to acute flare-ups. Most patients feel meaningful change within the first few visits.

No. 05

Neck pain & posture

Forward-head "tech neck," tension, and stiffness — often paired with shoulder tightness and headaches.

No. 06

Headaches & migraine

Tension and cervicogenic headaches respond well to upper-neck work and gentle soft-tissue release.

No. 07

Sciatica & nerve pain

Radiating leg pain, numbness, or tingling — addressed with adjustments and flexion-distraction care.

No. 08

Auto-accident recovery

Thorough documentation and a clear recovery plan after a car accident — billed to your auto insurance (PIP).

No. 09

Sports & active strain

For runners, lifters, and weekend warriors — keeping joints moving and tissue recovering between sessions.

No. 10

Stress & tension

The shoulders-up-by-your-ears kind of tension that builds through a long week. We help your nervous system downshift.

No. 11

Postpartum recovery

Gentle realignment and support for the fourth trimester, as your body settles back after birth.

No. 12

Wellness & maintenance

Once you feel good, simple check-ins keep you there. Affordable wellness plans for the whole family.

Our techniques

Gentle hands first.
The right tool, every time.

Every patient gets a real exam, real listening, and a plan built for their body. These are the techniques we draw from once we understand what's actually going on.

Technique · 01

Specific spinal & extremity adjustments

Precise, controlled movements that restore motion and ease nerve irritation — from the spine to wrists, shoulders, hips, and ankles. We match the force to the patient, never the other way around.

Technique · 02

Webster Technique (prenatal)

An ICPA-recognized, pregnancy-specific approach that balances the pelvis and surrounding ligaments to support comfort and room for baby through every trimester.

Technique · 03

SOT & Pediatric SOT

Sacro-Occipital Technique uses gentle blocking and low-force corrections — ideal for sensitive cases, postpartum bodies, and our youngest patients.

Technique · 04

Cranial Sacral Fascial Therapy

A light-touch therapy releasing tension through the head, spine, and fascia. Calming for adults and especially gentle for babies and children.

Technique · 05

Trigger-point & soft-tissue therapy

Targeted release of tight, knotted muscle that gets deeper than a thumb comfortably can — used to prep tissue before adjusting and to relieve everyday tension.

Technique · 06

Flexion-distraction & traction

Comfortable, table-assisted decompression that gently opens space for compressed discs and nerves in the low back and neck.

Technique · 07

EMS & ultrasound therapy

Muscle stimulation and therapeutic ultrasound to calm inflammation and support healing in irritated muscles and joints — layered on top of hands-on care.

"We want to be the practice your whole family trusts — and we'll always tell you the truth about what you actually need."

— Dr. Erica Lopez, D.C.
The people you'll meet

A warm front desk and a caring team.

From your first phone call to your follow-up visit, you're looked after by people who remember your name — and your kids' names too.

A member of the Tampa Bay Family Chiropractic care team
A member of the Tampa Bay Family Chiropractic care team
A member of the Tampa Bay Family Chiropractic care team
Your first visit

Exactly what happens on your first appointment.

No mystery and no "let's see how it goes." Here's the day, in order, so you know what to expect before you walk in.

  1. 1

    Easy online booking

    Reserve your new-patient visit on our JaneApp scheduler — a small $60 deposit holds your spot and applies straight to your first visit.

  2. 2

    We listen first

    Your doctor sits down with you. What's going on, how long, what you've tried, and what you actually want to get back to doing.

  3. 3

    Thorough exam

    Orthopedic, neurologic, and movement assessments to find the real source — not just where it hurts.

  4. 4

    Your honest plan

    You'll leave knowing what's going on, what care looks like, and roughly how long until you feel better. No 24-visit packages, no pressure.

  5. 5

    Your first adjustment

    Most new patients are adjusted the same day. The complete new-patient visit is $120 — exam and first adjustment included.

Read the full first-visit guide Book on JaneApp
A welcoming visit at Tampa Bay Family Chiropractic
Pricing & payment

Simple, upfront pricing — no surprises.

We're a wellness-focused, membership-friendly practice. That means clear prices, no insurance run-around, and care plans built for real family budgets.

New-patient visit · $120

Your complete first visit — consultation, exam, and first adjustment — is a flat $120. A $60 deposit at booking holds your time and applies to that visit.

Affordable wellness plans

Ongoing and family care is offered through simple, affordable wellness plans — so keeping everyone aligned never feels like a luxury.

Auto accidents (PIP)

Injured in a car accident? We document thoroughly and bill your Florida auto insurance (personal injury protection) directly.

Good to know

  • Flat, published new-patient pricing
  • No prepaid mega-packages
  • Family & wellness plans available
  • Auto-injury (PIP) billed for you
  • Easy online booking via JaneApp
  • 24-hour cancellation courtesy
  • Cash, card & HSA/FSA welcome
  • Care for newborns to grandparents

Questions about cost before you come in? We're happy to talk it through — call (813) 280-9696.

From our patients

5.0 stars across 128+ reviews.

A perfect 5.0-star average on Google, and recognized as a Best of South Tampa practice. Quotes below are from real patient reviews.

"

Dr. Erica Lopez has been our doctor for over four years. Dr. Erica has helped us so much — she truly cares about our whole family.

Christina B. · Family patient
"

I no longer have migraines or neck pain! Thank you Dr. Erica for actually getting to the root of it.

Heather C. · Migraines & neck pain
"

Dr. Lopez has helped me through two pregnancies and sciatic nerve pain. I don't know what I'd have done without her.

Stacey F. · Prenatal patient
"

Dr. Miciah and the entire team are some of the friendliest, sweetest people. They made me feel completely comfortable and supported, especially during my first pregnancy.

Katie B. · Prenatal patient
"

Dr. Erica took the time to show me the cause of my health problems after a car crash. The whole process was clear and reassuring.

Mark H. · Auto-injury recovery
"

I've been seeing Dr. Erica for 5+ years now and she is the only chiropractor I trust. Highly recommend to anyone in Tampa.

Juliette N. · Long-time patient
Common questions

What new families ask us first.

If your question isn't here, just call — we'd rather answer it now than have you wonder.

Is chiropractic care safe during pregnancy?

Yes. Prenatal care is one of our specialties — our team is ICPA Webster-certified, using gentle, pregnancy-specific techniques and supportive positioning to ease low-back, hip, and pelvic discomfort through every trimester.

Do you really adjust babies and children?

We do, and it's remarkably gentle — often no more than light fingertip pressure. Pediatric care uses low-force techniques like SOT and cranial sacral fascial therapy, scaled completely to your child.

How much does it cost? Do you take insurance?

Your complete new-patient visit is a flat $120 (with a $60 deposit at booking that applies to it). We're a wellness-focused, cash-friendly practice with affordable family plans rather than insurance billing — and we bill auto insurance (PIP) directly for car-accident injuries.

How many visits will I need?

It depends on what's going on and how long it's been going on. We don't sell prepaid mega-packages. After your exam we'll recommend an honest plan with a clear end-point, and revisit it together as you improve.

Do I need a referral?

No. Chiropractors are primary-contact providers in Florida — you can book directly with us, no referral required.

I've never been adjusted. Will it hurt?

Most patients find the adjustment quick and relieving. We explain every step before it happens, and for sensitive patients there are very gentle, low-force options that work beautifully.

How do I book my first visit?

The easiest way is our online JaneApp scheduler, or simply call (813) 280-9696 and our front desk will find you a time that works.

Book online

Request a new-patient appointment.

Tell us a few details and we'll call you back the same business day to confirm a time. Prefer to book instantly? Use our JaneApp scheduler. If it's urgent, please call us.

Call us(813) 280-9696
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Visit us

South Sterling Avenue · South Tampa.

Address
730 S Sterling Ave
Suite 214
Tampa, FL 33609Just off Kennedy Blvd, near Westshore
Phone
(813) 280-9696Front desk · frontdesk@tbfamilychiropractic.com
Hours
  • Monday9:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
  • Tuesday9–12 & 3:00 – 6:30 p.m.
  • Wednesday8–11 & 1:00 – 6:30 p.m.
  • Thursday9:00 – 11:00 a.m.
  • Friday9:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
  • Saturday1st & 3rd · 9 a.m. – noon
  • SundayClosed

Your family deserves to feel good.

Whether you're expecting, chasing toddlers, or just tired of waking up sore — let's get you aligned. The sooner you come in, the sooner you'll feel the difference.