Lealah works in Bethesda, MD, and utilizes fascial counterstrain as the primary means through which she serves a diverse population of patients. Originally trained as an orthopedic and vestibular specialist, she thanks fascial counterstrain for building on that background so that she can identify and comprehensively treat dysfunctional systems throughout the body. Lealah strives to understand the patient as a whole, treating everyone with compassion and individualized care.
Lee completed his Master of Physiotherapy at Flinders University. After experiencing Fascial Counterstrain on himself in 2018 he commenced his journey to learn the technique. Since then, Lee has travelled to the US and France to continue his education. Lee is passionate about Counterstrain and uses it as his primary treatment modality.
Brianna Cardenas, DMSc, PA-C, ATC, is a highly skilled and compassionate healthcare provider who is dedicated to helping patients achieve optimal health and well-being. With her diverse background in medicine, athletic training, and fascial counterstrain, Brianna is a trusted and experienced professional who is committed to providing exceptional care to her patients.
Brianna has her Bachelor’s Degree in Athletic Training and has been doing manual therapy since 2011. Driven by her commitment to excellence, Brianna furthered her education by obtaining a Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies, where she excelled in her studies and became a Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C). She later earned a Doctor of Medical Science (DMSc) degree, and completed her doctoral paper on ketamine for pain, PTSD, and depression. Her advanced training in pain management and skills in fascial counterstrain allow her to provide innovative and effective treatments for her patients.
Throughout her career, Brianna has worked in various clinical settings, where she has earned a reputation for providing evidence-based and patient-centered care. Her compassionate and empathetic approach to patient care, combined with her background in pain management, hormone replacement therapy, and family medicine, makes her a sought-after healthcare provider for patients seeking relief from chronic conditions.
Brianna specializes in hypermobility, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, and related conditions. Brianna also has experience as a patient with chonic illness, which contributes to her kind, empathetic, and trauma-informed approach to patient care.
Billy is an Australian based podiatrist interested in complex pain and injury. After being dissatisfied with the current models of treatment, he began to search for ‘alternatives’ to help patients and his own sports injuries. Billy attended and experienced as many modalities as possible in a search to find the missing link. Thanks to an osteopath in Melbourne, Counterstrain was introduced.
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I am a Certified Massage Therapist. I found Counterstrain several years ago and it changed my life. I knew I had to learn how to help the people around me. I love that Counterstrain is gentle and effective, making it something beneficial and easy for anyone of any age!
Jim Sullivan OTR/L earned his Masters of Science in Occupational Therapy for from UNC Chapel Hill in 1995. He enjoys treating adults and children with various neurological, systemic, and orthopedic challenges. Jim has 29 years of extensive manual therapy training specializing in non-aggressive tissue release techniques including Strain Counterstrain (SCS), Fascial Counterstrain (FC), Myofascial Release (MFR), and Integrative Manual Therapy (IMT). Over the years he has taught courses on many topics including Neural Tissue Tension, Manual Therapy for the Pre and Post Surgical Joint, Women’s and Men’s Health, IMT for the Spine, Upper and Lower Extremity Compression Syndromes, Lymph Congestion Therapy, Cranial and Facial Pain and Palsy Rehabilitation, and more.
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