Welcome to Greater Charlotte Pelvic Collaboration
We are a group of skilled physical therapists working in cash based private practice that specialize in treating pelvic dysfunctions. We have teamed up to help provide the Charlotte area with a single place to connect individuals to the physical therapist that can best support their pelvic health.
Charlotte has a great network of pelvic health physical therapists. Check out the information below to connect with who can best meet your needs.
ANA Karim,
DPT
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Those identifying as women and men
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Dilworth/Park Road
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Medical Therapeutic Yoga
Ana has been a licensed physical therapist since 1995 and has been working in pelvic health since 2003. She works with adults of all ages dealing with bowel or bladder issues, pregnancy related issues, pelvic pain, and painful intercourse. She uses manual/hands-on techniques (including internal and external pelvic assessments), dry needling, biofeedback, therapeutic exercises, medical therapeutic yoga and education to promote pelvic health. Her practice is considered out-of-network with all insurance companies, but she provides a superbill which can be utilized for insurance claim submission.
Darlene Ryan, PT, pces
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Women and children
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Huntersville / North Charlotte
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Certified Pre-natal and Post-partum Exercise Specialist
Darlene has been a licensed physical therapist since 1997 and has been working in pelvic health since 2003. She works with women of all ages dealing with bowel or bladder issues, pregnancy related issues, pelvic pain, and painful intercourse. She also works with children, ages 4 and up, who are dealing with bowel or bladder issues, including constipation and bed wetting. She uses manual/hands-on techniques (including internal and external pelvic assessments), dry needling, biofeedback, therapeutic exercises and education to promote pelvic health. Her practice is considered out-of-network with all insurance companies, but she provides a superbill which can be utilized for insurance claim submission.
EMILY Richter, DPT
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Women (Pelvic health)
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Men & Women (vestibular and orthopedics)
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Matthews
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Certified Pre-natal and Post-partum Exercise Specialist
Emily has been a licensed physical therapist since 2014 and has been working in pelvic health since 2017. She works with women of all ages and in all stages of life who deal with pelvic floor dysfunction such as; bowel/bladder concerns, pelvic pain, pelvic organ prolapse, and painful intercourse/penetration. She's also specialized in treating women throughout and after their pregnancy to assure continued strength and decreased pain and dysfunction as their bodies go through these stages of change. Emily uses a full body approach to treatment using a Specialized Functional Movement Assessment, hands on internal/external manual techniques and intentional exercises to correct the dysfunction at hand. Her practice is considered out-of-network with all insurance companies, she does take HSA/FSA and she provides a superbill which can be submitted for insurance reimbursement. "Treating from ears to rears".
Jenn hause, DPT, CIMT, OCS, PHC
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Women (pelvic health)
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All others (chronic pain)
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Indian Trail
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Board Certified Orthopedic Certified Specialist, Certified Integrated Manual Therapist, Pelvic Health Certification
Jenn has been a licensed physical therapist since 1998 and has been working in pelvic health since 2020. She works with women of all ages dealing with pelvic issues, as well as men and women who are dealing with chronic pain. She uses Alpha Stim, Pain neuroscience, Dry Needling, KT taping, Manual therapy, External and Internal work, and Cold Laser to help her clients regain function. Her practice is considered out-of-network with all insurance companies, but she does take HSA and FLEX cards. She provides a superbill which can be utilized for insurance claim submission. She does not treat Medicare or government eligible patients (Tricare/Medicaid). “I’m an emphatic healer with a passion for helping others. I specialize in the treatment of pelvic health and chronic pain conditions. So many of my pelvic health patients also have chronic pain elsewhere, while many of my patients with chronic pain have undiagnosed pelvic floor dysfunction that drives their symptoms. I focus on treating your whole body and mind to help you achieve your goals and maximize your quality of life.”
Greater Charlotte Pelvic Collaboration
Providing all of your pelvic therapy needs
BARBARA GREEN,
PT, MS
Beth Goldman,
PT, MS
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Male and female adults, non-binary and transgender
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Myers Park / Central Charlotte
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Painful Intercourse, Pelvic Floor Pain, Bowel and Bladder Dysfunction, Pre and Post-Partum, Post-Prostate Urinary Incontinence
Barbara has been a licensed physical therapist since 1984 and has been working in pelvic health since 1999. She opened her practice in 2000 and was joined by Beth Goldman, PT in 2017. They treat conditions associated with pre and post-partum, urinary and fecal control issues (frequency, delay, incontinence, interstitial cystitis, constipation, and others), tailbone pain (coccygodynia), pudendal neuralgia, pelvic and abdominal pain, vaginismus, and painful intercourse. Some specifically male issues that they work with include post-prostatectomy urinary incontinence, urinary frequency and burning, abdominal pain, hard flaccid, and penis and scrotal pain. Both therapists provide internal and external work, manual therapy, dry needling, biofeedback, and education. Their practice is considered out-of-network with all insurance companies, but they provide a superbill which can be utilized for out of network coverage.
Barbara Green
Physical Therapy
Ali Brown, DPT, PYT
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Pelvic Health for Women, Orthopedics for all
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Mobile - Greater Charlotte Area
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Medical Therapeutic Yoga, LGBTQIA+ inclusive care
Ali has been a licensed PT since 2010 and has been working in pelvic health since 2024. She works with adult women with pelvic health concerns, and orthopedics for all adults. Ali uses manual techniques, (including internal pelvic exams/interventions), taping, medical therapeutic yoga, manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, and neuromuscular re-education. Her practice is considered out-of-network with all insurance companies, but she provides a superbill which can be utilized for insurance claim submission. AdaPT Wellness is a mobile practice serving Greater Charlotte, including a 20 mile radius from uptown and strives to provide and safe space for all and inclusive care to the LGBTQIA+ community.
Pelvic PT is still a relatively small specialty. Finding the right PT for you can be a challenge - but don't give up!
~Nicole Cozean
REBBA kipp, DPT
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Women, LGBTQIA+,
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Mobile (within 30 miles of Charlotte) and virtual
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Chronic Pelvic Pain, Pregnancy and Postpartum, Certified Hospital-Based Birth Doula
Rebba has been a licensed physical therapist since 2021 and has been working in pelvic health since 2021. She works with women and LGBTQIA+ persons with pelvic pain and pregnancy related conditions. She uses internal and external pelvic assessment and interventions, IASTM, cupping, and taping. Rebba is also a Certified Hospital-Based Birth Doula, and provides birth preparation, birth education, and birth doula services. Her practice is considered out-of-network with all insurance companies, but she provides a superbill which can be utilized for insurance claim submission. “A mobile PT and birth doula service, where my goal is to have my clients move with confidence, feel comfortable, and get back to the activities they love. “
Greater Charlotte Pelvic Collaboration
Providing all of your pelvic therapy needs
Ginger Morrissey, DPT, FAAOMPT, CMTPT
ERica Boulanger, DPT
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Adult Men and Women
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South Park
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American Academy of Orthopedics Fellow, Certified in Dry Needling
Ginger been a licensed PT since 1997 and has been working in pelvic health with prenatal patients since 2012. She expanded to internal exams and all areas of pelvic health in 2022. Ginger is a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedics and is Certified by Myopain Seminars in Dry Needling. She is also an assistant instructor for MyoPain Seminars in their Dry Needling series. Erica graduated from PT school in 2024 and began training and working in pelvic health while still in PT school. She joined the team at Pin Point in 2025 and is treating both male and female patients. The Pin Point team works with adult men and women with incontinence, pelvic pain, painful intercourse, and pregnancy related issues. They use manual techniques, (including internal exams/interventions), dry needling, neuromuscular re-education, therapeutic exercise, and education on nutrition, stress management, and sleep hygiene to promote pelvic health. Ginger owns Pin Point Physical Therapy and is partnering with the community to get you back to the things you love without pain or leaking using natural solutions. Pin Point Physical Therapy is located in the South Park area of Charlotte. Pin Point is a Medicare Provider, and is out of network with other commercial insurances. They will file claims for some commercial insurances electronically so you can be reimbursed for your visits.
Jennie Murray, DPT
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Pelvic Health (women) and Orthopedics (men, women and children)
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Waxhaw
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Incorporating Barre work
Jennie has been a licensed PT since 2004 and has been working in pelvic health since 2018. She works with women in the prenatal post partum period and also works with men, women and children for general orthopedic issues. She uses manual techniques, (including internal exams/interventions, muscle energy and mulligan techniques), taping, cupping, neuromuscular re-education, and therapeutic exercise. Jennie also incorporates her many years of Barre classes into her practice. Her practice is considered out-of-network with all insurance companies, but she provides a superbill which can be utilized for insurance claim submission. She accepts HSA payments. Jennie strives to get you moving and back to activities you love as quickly as possible!
lauren davenport, Dpt
Ariel Esperancilla,
DPT, CIDN
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Female athletes and orthopedics, pregnancy and postpartum, male/female pelvic pain and post-surgical recovery, LGBTQIA+
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Huntersville / North Charlotte
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Pregnancy and Postpartum Athleticism Coach
Lauren has been a licensed PT since 2017 and has been working in pelvic health since 2021. Ariel has been a licensed PT since 2020 and has been working in pelvic health since 2021. Ariel joined Uplift Pelvic Health and Wellness in 2024. The Uplift team works with female athletes and women with pelvic health concerns, including pregnancy and postpartum issues. Ariel works with women and men with pelvic health concerns, including post-surgical recovery. Their team uses manual techniques, (including internal pelvic exams/interventions), IASTM, Trigger Point Dry Needling, cupping, and kinesiology taping. They use a functional approach and holistic strategies to promote health and wellness. Uplift Pelvic Health and Wellness is considered out-of-network with all insurance companies, but provides a superbill which can be utilized for insurance claim submission. Uplift strives to help women achieve athletic readiness and success without fear or embarrassment of leakage, prolapse, or pain.
Finding the right pelvic physical therapist is like finding the right pair of jeans... Sometimes you have to try more than one to get the right fit...
~@ladybirdpt
Greater Charlotte Pelvic Collaboration
Providing all of your pelvic therapy needs
Julie Pittman, DPT
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Pelvic Health (women) and Orthopedics
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Monroe, Waxhaw, Indian Trail
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Female Athletes and Pregnancy/Postpartum
Julie has been a licensed physical therapist since 2019 and has worked in pelvic health since 2022. She works with female athletes and women through all stages of life who have pelvic floor dysfunction such as bowel/bladder concerns, pain with intercourse/penetration, pelvic organ prolapse, or Low Back/ Hip pain. She also has advanced training in treating women throughout pregnancy and postpartum to help them stay active through their pregnancy and return to exercise postpartum. Julie uses manual techniques, including internal pelvic exams/treatments, Myofascial decompression (cupping), dry needling with or without electrical stimulation, manipulation and mobilization, and instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization. She emphasizes exercise and education to help her patients gain independence and move past their previous baselines to lead healthier lives. Her practice is considered out of network with all insurance companies, she does take HSA/FSA and she provides a superbill which can be submitted for insurance reimbursement.
Khyati Merchant DPT, PCes
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Women and Teens
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Mobile (South Charlotte and surrounding area)
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Pre and Postnatal Corrective Exercise Specialist, Certified yoga trainer, Certified in Trigger Point Dry Needling, Certificate in Advanced Women’s Health Physical Therapy
Khyati has been a licensed physical therapist since 2005 and has been working in pelvic health since 2019. She works with women and teens with pre and postpartum musculoskeletal pain, Bowel and Bladder dysfunction with incontinence, urgency and/or frequency, Chronic pelvic pain, prolapse and more. She strives to identify the root cause and provide comprehensive care to address overall fitness, rather than solely focusing on the pelvic region. Her thorough assessment extends beyond internal and external pelvic floor evaluation. Her treatment approach includes neuromuscular re-education through hands-on techniques such as mobilization and manipulation, along with the use of assistive devices such as suction cups, scrapers, tapping, and trigger point dry needles. Additionally, she incorporates therapeutic exercises and activities to ultimately improve core functional movements. Her concierge mobile service provides skilled outpatient physical therapy at your door steps. She is a registered Medicare Provider in North and South Carolina. Her practice is considered out-of-network with all other insurance companies, but she provides a superbill which can be utilized for insurance claim submission. “We are focused on fulfilling patient’s goals by delivering high quality care and personalized treatment plan through advanced therapy techniques.”
Kathy Sarkisian, DPt, capp-pelvic
Kathy has been a licensed physical therapist since 2018 and started working in pelvic health right away. She treats women of all ages who deal with pelvic floor dysfunction such as urinary incontinence, urinary urgency/frequency, constipation, pelvic pain, pelvic organ prolapse, or painful intercourse/penetration. She also loves treating the prenatal and postpartum population whether it be for low back pain, hip pain, SIJ pain, pubic symphysis dysfunction, or for birth preparation. Lastly, she treats adult men and women of all ages for orthopedic pain and injuries. Kathy uses internal and external manual techniques, dry needling with electrical stimulation, cupping, kinesiotape, and instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization. Her practice is considered out of network with all insurance companies, she does take HSA/FSA and she provides a superbill which can be submitted for insurance reimbursement. "Cheers to health & wellness for your pelvis!"
angela
park-Sheldon, DPT
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Pelvic Health (women and men) and back pain
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Mobile
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Ergonomics and Body Mechanics
Angela has been a licensed physical therapist since 2008 and has worked in pelvic health since 2022. She works with women and men dealing with urinary incontinence, sexual dysfunction, prenatal and postpartum care, pelvic/low back pain and post-op care including abdominal surgery, hysterectomy, and prostatectomy. Angela treats pelvic issues using internal and external techniques as well as taping, cupping, ergonomic/body mechanics education, therapeutic exercise and neuromuscular reeducation. She focuses on empowering patients to take control of their pain or limited function to improve their quality of life. She wants to set you up for long-term success! Her practice is considered out of network with all insurance companies, she does take HSA/FSA and she provides a superbill which can be submitted for insurance reimbursement.
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Pelvic Health (women of all ages) and Orthopedics
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Matthews
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Perinatal care