
Hello
Life for me, similar to all humans, has been a journey with ups and downs, injuries, and repetitive stress. I reached a point where my physical body was in a state of dysfunction. Pain, stiffness and a general unease became my everyday experience. As a physical therapist, I had an inner knowing that this was not the natural state of the human body. My desire to understand this truth more deeply led me to study Functional Manual Therapy™. This training was a complete paradigm shift with its unique, 3 pillar approach to optimizing human movement. It gave me the tools to understand the human body as an interconnected unit and be able to enhance mechanical capacity of all body tissues, neuromuscular function and motor control. Within this framework, I also include my training in Visceral Manipulation, Craniosacral Therapy and Frequency Specific Microcurrent.
These modalities each played pivotal roles in helping me to eliminate pain and to make a shift towards a greater sense of ease and wholeness in my body. The positive effects on my overall health, well-being and athletic performance were significant. This is why I feel so passionate about sharing this knowledge and helping others to make the shift to unlock their own potential.
With over 15 years 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 and road biking, yoga, travel, gardening, cooking, reading, music, learning new things and spending time with my two daughters, husband, family and friends.
SPECIALTIES
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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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Spinal pain
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Orthopedic conditions
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Back/Neck/Radiating
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Hip/Knee/Ankle
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Shoulder/Elbow/Wrist
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Sports injuries
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Athletic performance optimization
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Pre and post surgical care
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Headaches/migraines
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TMJ dysfunction
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Post Concussive 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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March 2023 - Visceral Manipulation II (Barral Institute)
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October 2022 - Craniosacral II (Upledger Institute)
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August 2022 - Visceral Manipulation I (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 I (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