Find a Physical Therapist Near Me in Austin, TX

I am a Physical Therapist specializing in Pelvic Health. From a young age I felt I wanted to have a career in healthcare. Upon graduating high school I attended The University of Texas at Austin. While working as a group fitness instructor with UT RecSports, I became passionate about helping people live fuller, more active lives. I became more interested in how the human body works and how physical rehabilitation plays a role in helping people live more pain free lives. I graduated in 2013 from The University of Texas with Bachelor in Exercise Science, and then pursued my Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy at the University of St. Augustine. During my education I was able to gain experience in multiple rehabilitation settings throughout Texas and Oregon. These settings included skilled nursing, outpatient orthopedics and a specialized internship in women's health with emphasis in pelvic floor rehab. I graduated from USA in 2018 with high honors. I specialize in Pelvic Floor Health, and attained my Certification of Achievement in Pelvic Health Physical Therapy (CAPP), a nationally accredited certification by the American Physical Therapy Association. I combine this specialized knowledge with my skilled manual therapy techniques to make sure all areas and dysfunctions are addressed and treated properly to assure appropriate healing and recovery. I am also Certified in Dry needling, including the pelvic floor giving me extensive knowledge on using dry needles as a method for alleviating tissue dysfunction.

I am a mother of five and have supported women on their motherhood journey since high school. I often feel that doula work chose me and not the other way around. Having attended over 150 deliveries as a professional DONA-trained doula, I have experience in various births and know the power this moment carries. I have pursued a unique area of study in anxiety and sensory sensitivity. Along with this, I have extensive experience in: *IVF journeys *VBAC *Mothers of Advanced Maternal Age *Hospital Deliveries *High Risk Delivery *Successful use of Epidural *Navigating home birth transfers *Mothers with sensory needs and/or need for mental health support I would love to set up a time to talk about how I may be able to help support you during your pregnancy and birth! Reach out today! https://www.circlebirth.com/

Originally from the San Francisco Bay Area, Natasha moved to Austin in 2012 after receiving a contract to dance with Ballet Austin. Her passion for health and injury prevention began while utilizing Pilates during her profession as a ballerina. While in graduate school, Natasha discovered an affinity for pelvic physical therapy with emphasis on trauma recovery, chronic pain, and LBGTQ+ care. She would love to expand healthcare to folks undergoing gender affirmation procedures throughout all stages of transition. She is Pelvic Floor Level 1 certified through APTA, lumbopelvic dry needling certified, and has participated in several continuing education courses for trauma informed care and pelvic health.

Hello! My name is Sima Shalchi, and I am a pelvic floor physical therapist in Austin, TX. I graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Kinesiology and French Studies from Rice University in 2015 and received my doctorate of physical therapy from the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences in 2018. Before making the switch to pelvic health, I was a pediatric physical therapist for one year, so you can be sure I will ask plenty of questions about both you and baby! I see a variety of patients, but my passion lies in working with the pregnant and post-partum population. I took a Doula Course in 2021 to further my knowledge not only on the physical birthing process, but also the more psychological and emotional aspects of pregnancy, labor, and postpartum. I have been a certified yoga teacher through Yoga Alliance since 2015, and love to unite yoga and physical therapy with patients. I am originally from Houston, and have lived in Austin since 2016. In my free time, I enjoy, dancing, hiking, paddle boarding, eating my way through Austin, and traveling with my husband.

Kimia Kardan received her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology with a minor in Dance from Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. She will receive her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Northwestern University in April 2021. ​Kimia’s journey with Sullivan Physical Therapy began during her final clinical rotation of graduate school. During this time, she discovered her passion for pelvic floor therapy. Kimia has since identified a need to open the discussion surrounding pelvic floor dysfunction, and hopes to make others more comfortable discussing it through her work. She strives to help each patient lead a healthier and happier life by creating an individualized and holistic plan of care. Her empathetic approach caters to patients’ needs by working with them to understand their diagnoses and the role of the mind-body connection during treatment. A member of the American Physical Therapy Association and the Section on Women's Health, Kimia has attended numerous pelvic health lectures to broaden her knowledge and better serve her patients. She has also completed continuing education through Herman & Wallace Pelvic Institute. Kimia is originally from Livingston, New Jersey. In her free time, she enjoys exploring all the sights and foods that Austin has to offer. She also loves dancing, yoga, traveling, cooking, and spending time with friends and family.

Kristi received her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Texas Woman’s University in Houston, TX, and has a post-graduate specialty in infant development with a focus on torticollis, plagiocephaly (head flattening), motor milestones, tethered oral tissues, and breastfeeding as it relates to the infant. While practicing pediatric physical therapy, she quickly came to love working with babies and their parents. She has a true passion for helping parents realize what their babies are capable of. Both of her parents were teachers, and she’s worked with children and families her entire adult life as a nanny, daycare teacher, elementary school tutor, and camp counselor. As a PT, she prioritizes what is important to the family to help babies achieve a strong foundation for successful life-long development.

Here to help you overcome pregnancy pains, recover postpartum, and decrease pelvic pain and bladder symptoms so you can get back to doing what you love! I utilize an integrative and holistic approach blending Eastern and Western medicine practices to help you heal the mind, body and spirit in tandem.

Christina is the clinical director of Origin South Austin and has been treating pelvic floor conditions since 2013. She serves as the head of the pediatric bowel and bladder program. Christina has particular interests in the areas of sexual health, trauma, LGBTQIA+ health, and pregnancy/postpartum recovery. Christina has twice been a top 5 contestant for Austin American Statesman's "Best Physical Therapist in Austin." Christina is passionate about empowering patients through information, with goals of decreasing fear and enabling individuals to feel in control of symptoms. Within treatment, Christina can utilize treatment strategies of manual therapy, exercise prescription, dry needling, cupping, neuromuscular re-education, and biofeedback alongside self care education.

Adrienne Gobe, PT, DPT, WCS earned her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Northwestern University in Chicago, IL in 2013. She is passionate about treating patients with pelvic floor muscle disorders in females and males including pelvic pain, continence issues, sexual dysfunction, and constipation issues. She also specializes in orthopedic injuries, complex hip and pelvic pain, spine, and sports injuries. She has taken extensive coursework through the Herman and Wallace Institute of Pelvic Health and Maitland Australian Physiotherapy. She is board certified as a Women’s Health Clinical Specialist from the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties since 2017. She is passionate about promoting the profession of physical therapy and mentoring other therapists in their journey to treat pelvic floor dysfunction. Her personal interests include running, hiking, camping, water sports, and spending time with friends and chasing her two kids.

As a doula, my mission is to support and empower parents throughout their journey into parenthood. I believe in the significance of providing personalized, compassionate care that honors each family's unique needs and preferences. My approach is rooted in the belief that every individual deserves to feel heard, respected, and supported during this transformative time. I strive to create a nurturing and non-judgmental environment where parents can feel confident, informed, and secure in their choices. With a deep commitment to advocacy, education, and emotional guidance, I am dedicated to helping parents navigate the challenges and joys of childbirth and early parenthood with strength, confidence, and positivity.

Lauren is a Physical Therapist specializing in pelvic health. She works with men and women. Common diagnoses she treats are: chronic pelvic pain, constipation, urinary and fecal leakage, diastasis recti, pain with sexual activity, and prolapse.

Kimberlee Sullivan graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Sports Medicine from Pepperdine University. She received a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Creighton University. Since her clinical affiliation Kimberlee has focused her profession on pelvic floor dysfunction. She has worked with orthopedic and pelvic health patients for twenty years in states such as Oregon, Minnesota, and Texas. In October of 2005 she opened Sullivan Physical Therapy where she could focus on patients with pelvic floor dysfunction such as incontinence, overactive bladder syndrome, interstitial cystitis, organ prolapse, sciatica and pelvic pain. Kimberlee is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association, Orthopedic and Women's Health Sections. She is also a member of the National Association for Continence, Endometriosis Association, Interstitial Cystitis Association, National Vulvodynia Association, International Pelvic Pain Society, Texas Physical Therapy Association and the International Society for the Study of Women's Sexual Health. Kimberlee is board certified in Women's Health Physical Therapy by the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialists. She is a recipient of the Certificate of Achievement in Pelvic, Pregnancy and Postpartum Physical Therapy by the Section of Women's Health. She has received certification by the Biofeedback International Conference for Pelvic Biofeedback. In 2015 Texas Women in Business named Kimberlee Entrepreneur of the Year. This award is given to an Austin Area female entrepreneur who has made a difference in the lives of other women. The Texas Physical Therapy Association bestowed the Warren C. Smyth Outstanding Service Award to Kimberlee in 2016 recognizing her for being a private practitioner with professional clinical and education expertise, innovate delivery of care, commitment to private practice and community service. Austin Woman’s Magazine named Kimberlee one of Austin, Texas’ Women to Watch for 2017. The Austin American Statesman named her the Best of the Best Physical Therapist in 2018. She was named the Austin American Statesman's Healthcare Hero and Partners in Parenting's Austin Birth Awards Honoree in 2021. Kimberlee enjoys spending time with her family, reading, running, and traveling. She has lived in Austin for nineteen years with her husband, Craig, daughter, Allison, and dog, Witten.

Lauren is the owner and founder of The Mama Clinic. She is also the developer of the signature program, the Postpartum Pelvic Rehab Program. Lauren is a pelvic floor physical therapist in the North Austin and Cedar Park areas. She works with mamas prepping for birth, postpartum, and anyone with pelvic floor-related issues. After having two children, Lauren noticed the lack of information on preventative care and recovery offered to mamas. She is passionate about being a resource for mothers wanting to have a more empowered pregnancy, birth, and postpartum journey. Lauren is a mother to two boys, a wife, a Louisiana girl at heart, a Tiger fan, and a yoga instructor (RYT-200). Lauren has completed extensive advanced manual therapy courses, pelvic floor training through APTA, Herman and Wallace, and COMT. She loves learning and continues to further her knowledge base in fertility, pregnancy, and postpartum.