Dr. Cate Niezgoda, Chiropractor

Helping people live healthier, more mobile lives.

A Lifelong Inspiration

Born and raised in North Tonawanda, New York, I was an active and curious kid surrounded by a big extended family. One of my earliest and fondest memories involves my grandmother and her chiropractor.

She often told the story of how, at just eight years old, she lost mobility in her neck and couldn’t turn her head fully to the left. Her mother took her to see her uncle—the family chiropractor—who explained that every patient’s healing journey is unique. He predicted that after 27 visits, she’d be able to move her neck freely again.

On that 27th visit, she proudly recalls turning her head from one window to the other in the car and realizing—she could move equally in both directions, pain-free. She’s been a regular chiropractic patient ever since.

My Path to Chiropractic

After high school, I attended Canisius College with dreams of becoming a fast-paced, hospital-based medical doctor like those on TV. But as I neared graduation with dual degrees in Biology and Psychology, I realized what I really wanted was more personal connection—time to truly listen to patients and help them heal.

A friend encouraged me to shadow a chiropractor. From my very first day in that office, I knew I had found my calling. I enrolled at the National University of Health Sciences in Lombard, Illinois, and began the most challenging—and rewarding—journey of my life.

From the Midwest to the Triangle

Near the end of school, my (now) husband and I decided to start our next chapter in North Carolina. Since then, we’ve built our home and our family in Chapel Hill, Hillsborough, Durham, and Pittsboro—and I’ve built a practice focused on wellness, prevention, and compassionate care.

Advanced Training and Certifications

I’m passionate about ongoing education and evidence-based techniques that help my patients move better and feel better. I’m proud to hold certifications and training in:

Webster Technique – supporting pregnancy and pelvic alignment
Fascial Movement Taping (Kinesio Taping)
Herman & Wallace Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy
NeuroKinetic Therapy – Certified Level 1, Attended Level 2
Mercier Therapy – for pelvic pain and infertility
Visceral Manipulation and Release – Dr. Dolbin-Fetterman Seminars

A Philosophy of Care

My practice is grounded in preventive health, movement, and education. I love learning, growing, and sharing that knowledge to empower my patients.

I’m deeply grateful to be part of this community and to help my patients—and their families—live healthier, more mobile lives.

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