Serving women in Venice, Wellen Park, and North Port FL and surrounding areas
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is pelvic health physical therapy, and how is it different from regular physical therapy?
Pelvic health physical therapy focuses on the muscles, ligaments, and connective tissue in the pelvic region that support your bladder, bowel, and reproductive organs. Unlike general physical therapy, it addresses issues like leaking, pelvic pain, constipation, pregnancy/postpartum recovery, and core strength—using a whole-body approach that goes beyond just exercises.
2. Do I need a referral to start pelvic health physical therapy?
In Florida, you can see a physical therapist without a doctor’s referral for up to 30 days. If your treatment needs to continue beyond that, we can help you obtain the necessary referral.
3. What kinds of conditions do you treat?
I help women with bladder leaks, urgency/frequency, pelvic pain, diastasis recti, SI joint pain, constipation, pregnancy and postpartum recovery, and changes that come with perimenopause and midlife.
4. What can I expect at my first appointment?
Your first visit is all about getting to know you—your symptoms, your goals, and your health history. We’ll do a full assessment, explain what’s happening in your body, and create a personalized plan to help you feel better. Everything moves at your comfort level.
5. Will I have to have an internal exam?
Not always. Internal exams can give valuable information about your pelvic floor muscles, but they are never required. We’ll discuss your comfort level first, and there are many effective external assessments and techniques we can use as well.
6. How long will it take to see results?
Every woman is different, but many clients start noticing improvements within just a few sessions. We’ll create a plan that fits your lifestyle and helps you make progress step by step.
7. Do you accept insurance?
I am currently a cash-based provider and do not accept insurance at this time.
I am in the process of obtaining approval to participate in Traditional Medicare (Part B). Once my enrollment is complete, I will update this page to reflect my Medicare status and any changes to billing options.
We are not contracted with any Medicare Advantage (replacement) plans.
If your Medicare Advantage plan is an HMO or a plan with no out-of-network coverage, you are welcome to work with me on a self-pay basis. These sessions are billed directly to you at our standard private rate.
We do not accept Medicare Advantage PPO plans or bill any Medicare Advantage plans directly.
8. What should I wear to my appointment?
Comfortable, loose-fitting clothes work best—something you can move around in easily, like leggings or joggers.