Hello
"Why did you want to become a Physical Therapist?" is a question I often get asked. I have pondered this question quite a bit over the years, and I can honestly say that I love my job. When I can help someone remember and tap into the vastness of their own healing capacity is when I feel the most fulfilled.
I operate under the paradigm that the human body is one, interconnected unit, supported and held togther by a fascial web. In my practice, I specialize in manual therapy that targets specific restrictions in the myofascial, articular, neurovascular and visceral systems. The goal of manual therapy is to enhance the mechanical capacity or mobility of these tissues, resulting in improved blood flow, hydration of the tissues, detoxification, and overall health. The stimulation of proproprioceptive mechanisms also helps to connect the target tissue with the brain.
I truly believe that the capacity of the human body to heal and transform is immense. It is my hope and my passion to support others on their quest for health and to share my experience and wisdom with my community.
With 20 years of experience as a Physical Therapist, I specialize in treating a variety of orthopedic conditions. In 2019, I received my certification in Functional Manual Therapy through the Institute of Physical Art.
I believe a whole person, individualized approach to patient care can help to get to the root causes of pain syndromes. In my practice, I seek to understand all of the factors that could be contributing to my client's clinical picture. Treatment primarily directed at managing symptoms can give temporary relief, but often does not create the change needed for resolution in the long term.
In my free time, I enjoy skiing, mountain biking, yoga, travel, gardening, cooking, reading, music, learning new things, and spending time with my two daughters, husband, family and friends.
SPECIALTIES
I specialize in conditions not resolved by traditional physical therapy, massage therapy and/or chiropractic treatment.
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Chronic pain
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Rib cage dysfunction and mid back
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Head, neck, jaw
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Low back
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Pelvic region
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Shoulder, elbow, wrist
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Hips
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Knee, foot, ankle
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IBS, digestive issues, acid reflux
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Pre and post surgical care
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Post concussion syndrome.
PROFESSIONAL DEGREES
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Western Washington University: Bachelors of Science, Exercise Science
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University of Colorado: Master of Science (M.S.P.T.), Physical Therapy
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Institute of Physical Art: Certified Functional Manual Therapist (C.F.M.T.)
ADVANCED TRAINING
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Dec 2024-Neuromenigeal 1 (Barral Institute)
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June 2024-Listening Techniques 1 (Barral Institute)
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November 2023 -Visceral Manipulation 4 Thorax (Barral Institute)
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August 2023 - Visceral Manipulation 3 Pelvis (Barral Institute)
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March 2023 - Visceral Manipulation 2 Abdomen 2 (Barral Institute)
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October 2022 - Craniosacral 2 (Upledger Institute)
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August 2022 - Visceral Manipulation 1 Abdomen (Barral Institute)
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November 2021-Resistance Enhanced Manipulation (IPA)
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July 2021- Core Seminar (Frequency Specific Microcurrent Seminars)
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April 2021- Craniosacral 1 (Upledger Institute)
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February 2021- The Vagus Nerve-Balancing the Autonomic Nervous System (IPA)
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June 2020-Management of the 3 Pressure System to Enhance Posture and Movement (IPA)
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May 2020 – Strategies for Optimizing Performance (IPA)
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February 2020 – Visceral Functional Mobilization (IPA)
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January 2020- Core Seminar (Frequency Specific Microcurrent Seminars)
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August 2019 – Certification for Functional Manual Therapist through the Institute of Physical Art (IPA)
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July 2019 – Functional Mobilization Lower Quadrant (IPA)
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April 2019 – Functional Mobilization I (IPA)
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March 2019 – Core First Strategies (IPA)
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June 2018 – Functional Mobilization II (IPA)
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April 2018 – PNF I (IPA)
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March 2018 – Core First Strategies (IPA)
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May 2015 – Core First Strategies (IPA)
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August 2014 – Functional Mobilization Upper Quadrant (IPA)
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May 2014 – Functional Mobilization I (IPA)
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March 2014 – Functional Gait (IPA)
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February 2014 –Functional Mobilization Lower Quadrant (IPA)
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July 2013 – Functional Mobilization Upper Quadrant (IPA)
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April 2013 – PNF I - (IPA)
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July 2012 – Functional Mobilization Lower Quadrant (IPA)
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March 2012 – PNF 1 - (IPA)
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November 2007- NAIOMT Level II: Lower Extremity
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November 2006- NAIOMT Level II: Upper Extremity
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April 2006 - Manual Therapy Seminars of Colorado: Level I Muscle Energy Techniques of Cervical Spine
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March 2004 – Manual Therapy Seminars of Colorado: Level I Muscle Energy Techniques of the Lumbar Spine, Pelvis, and Sacrum
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February 2004 – Diagnosis and Treatment of Movement Impairment Syndromes, Level II, II, Lower Quarter
