My Journey in Healing and Movement

I’ve been dedicated to the healing arts since 1994, when I became a licensed Physical Therapist after earning my degree from The Ohio State University. My early career focused on Orthopedics, Sports Medicine, Home Health, and work in Nursing Homes, giving me a broad foundation in physical rehabilitation and patient care.

In 2003, my path began to shift as I discovered the transformative power of Pilates and Yoga. I became certified to teach Pilates through ProHealth and Fitness and began integrating mindful movement into my practice. This journey led me to a 200-hour Hatha Yoga Teacher Training at Bhumi’s Yoga in Strongsville, Ohio, in 2008.

In 2005, I opened The Studio on Liberty, a yoga studio in Wooster, Ohio, which I operated until 2019. Throughout that time, I continued to work one-on-one with clients, blending the tools of Physical Therapy, Pilates, and Yoga to support their unique healing journeys. I found this integrated approach to be a powerful way to help people achieve optimal health and well-being.

Education & Licensure

• B.S. in Exercise Science, The Ohio State University, 1991

• Physical Therapy Degree, The Ohio State University, 1994

• Licensed Physical Therapist:

  • Arizona (1994–1998)

  • Ohio (1998–2020)

  • Montana (2024–present)

Certifications & Ongoing Training

• Certified Pilates Instructor – ProHealth and Fitness, 2003

• 200-Hour Hatha Yoga Teacher Training – Bhumi’s Yoga, 2008

• Owner of The Studio on Liberty, Wooster, OH (2005–2019)

• Ongoing trainings and workshops in Yoga and Pilates

• Certification in Lymphatic Drainage Therapy

• Currently completing Level 1 Visceral Manipulation Training

Current Practice
I currently see physical therapy clients at Root Therapy & Wellness in Bozeman, Montana, where I continue to integrate Physical Therapy, Pilates, and Yoga into personalized care for healing and long-term well-being.