How it works
One-on-one Physical Therapy connecting the mind and body to get you moving again
- Listen to your story and commit to finding solutions
- Apply anatomy based principals to find the root causes of your symptoms
- Treat the entire body in a holistic approach
- Help empower you reach your goals and discover your full potential
Physical Therapy Evaluation
Treatment is based on a thorough biomechanical evaluation that considers how the entire body’s interdependence to find a root cause solution
Manual Therapy and Neuromuscular Re-education
Hands on mobilizations to the joints and soft tissues of the body, largely taught from the Institute of Physical Art. This incorporates joint mobilizations adopted from osteopaths and soft tissue mobilizations adopted from Rolfing. PNF is used to re-train the neuromuscular system to ensure the new movement patterns and range of motion is maintained
Therapeutic Exercise
Individualized, corrective exercises specific to your problem. These become a Home Exercise Program, and are crucial to your full recovery
Personalized Therapeutic Yoga
Yoga is an amazing tool for self maintenance, both physically, mentally, and emotionally. While considering therapeutic exercises unique to your concerns, we can create a short yoga flow to maintain your results
Colleen is a lifelong learner, passionate about empowering clients to feel more embodied
Dr. Colleen Kerins grew up near Binghamton, NY. She graduated with her Bachelors Degree in Exercsie Science from SUNY Fredonia in 2013. After which, she pursued her Doctorate of Physical Therapy at Touro College in Bay Shore NY.
Throughout her career she has been passionate about pursuing continuing education to further develop her manual therapy skills. She completed a six-month residency program in Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) at Kaiser Vallejo and therefore has of experience treating those with neurological conditions. She accomplished her Certification in Functional Manual Therapy (CFMT) thorough the IPA in 2024. She currently practices at two locations, in Mountain View and Santa Cruz. Her clients have a wide range of musculoskeletal issues including sciatic pain, stenosis, cervical radiculopathy, chronic pain, and joint pain. She has helped olympic athletes re-enter their sport.
Colleen has also been practicing yoga for over 10 years and became certified to teach yoga in 2018. She believes yoga and bridge the gap between physical and mental health, and that it is a great modality for self-care. She is currently teaching a therapeutic yoga class. When indicated, she incorporates breathing exercises and mindfulness practices into PT treatment. Colleen is passionate about holistic health and is a lifelong student. She is constantly seeking new information and alternative healing strategies for the prevention and management of chronic illness. She has a strong interest in Functional Medicine and is learning how lifestyle, nutrition, and mental health can play a role in our endocrine and immune systems.
Testimonals
I highly recommend Colleen as a physical therapist! Her passion for learning and mastering her craft is truly impressive. She approaches each session with a deep commitment to understanding and addressing my specific needs. Colleen’s dedication to helping people heal is evident in every interaction, making her an exceptional choice for anyone seeking effective and compassionate care
Molly W
Colleen has not only helped me heal and build my strength, she has put the sparkle back in my eye because I have hope for a future where I am not a prisoner of pain. She is brilliant with body work and the most educated physical therapist I have worked with. After two hip surgeries, spinal surgery, and decades of pain I thought I would be broken forever. Colleen has taught me how to connect with corrective movements along with my homework exercises that target short term solutions and long term relief. My whole life has changed. After working with Colleen I am doing the things I love again. She teaches your mind and body how to correctly work together to maintain the relief from her hands on work. I told her after our session today – if I were a millionaire, I would pay her a million dollars to feel this good.
Nico L
Colleen has greatly impressed me with her knowledge and insight. She has changed the way I think about PT because it is unlike any other I have experienced before. I was suffering from knee pain and was unable to run. It was surprising to me that the issue was in my ankle, and after one session – running for the first time felt like bliss.
Evan
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