Austin – Southwest (West Gate)

Dr. James Grace is the Austin – Southwest Clinic Director.

James earned both a Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science and a Master of Science in Physical Therapy from Texas State University—San Marcos. He earned a Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT) from the Arizona School of Health Sciences. He completed a residency and is board certified in orthopedic physical therapy (OCS).  Additionally, James is Manual Physical Therapy Certified (MPTC) and a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS). Dr. Grace serves as clinic director for the TexPTS’ Austin – Northeast location and now serves as a mentor for orthopedic residency students through Evidence In Motion.

James’ favorite clinical topics include all types of orthopedic injuries, pains, and post-surgical care. He is also passionate about and experienced in treating chronic pain, headaches, and dizziness and vertigo disorders. His favorite part of being a physical therapist, however, isn’t treating conditions and body regions—it’s treating and developing relationships with people of all walks of life. A former U.S. Army Infantryman, James is also passionate about caring for service-members, veterans, and their families.

He enjoys exercise, sports, outdoor activities in the beautiful hill country, and spending time with his friends, family, and especially his wife, Morgan and son, Sawyer.

Dr. Tyler Adams graduated with his Bachelors of Science in Exercise Physiology from The University of Tennessee at Martin, before attending University of St. Augustine in Austin, Texas, where he graduated with his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree. Upon graduating, he decided that the community and friends he found was too great to leave behind and decided to begin his career in Austin. Tyler is continuing his education through Evidence In Motion to obtain a Manual Therapy Certification.

During his time at University of St. Augustine, he coached for Orangetheory Fitness in the north Austin area, and continues to coach occasionally on the weekends. When he’s not in the clinic, Tyler enjoys exploring Austin’s local parks with his dog, Zazu, and trying to eat anything a food truck will throw his way!

Dr. Timothy Stark earned both a Bachelor of Behavioral Science in Exercise Science and a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree (DPT) from Hardin-Simmons University in Abilene, Texas. Following graduation, Timothy wanted to pursue his passion for orthopedic physical therapy as well as lifelong learning and joined the TexPTS team. Timothy is currently working to earn his Manual Therapy Certification.

Timothy enjoys working with a variety of orthopedic injuries, pains, and post surgical care. He enjoys using his skills to better the lives of people and allow them to return to the things they love to do. Growing up in a small west Texas town, he played multiple different sports and can relate to a variety of athletes and what they experience in their sport. His favorite aspect of being a physical therapist is creating meaningful relationships with patients and giving them a positive outlook on physical activity.

When Timothy is not in the clinic, he enjoys spending time with his girlfriend, Nikki, playing a round of golf, or going kayaking in the many creeks that surround Austin.