Carol A. Montgomery is the founder and owner of Montgomery Somatics, private physical therapy, and somatic education center. In addition to a master’s degree in Physical Therapy, she is a Guild Certified Feldenkrais Practitioner. As an adjunct professor in Physical Therapy for several years, she taught classes such as Gross Anatomy, Kinesiology, and Introduction to Manual Therapy. A natural attraction to the principles of Manual Medicine, Montgomery found herself at home within the curriculums at the College of Osteopathic Medicine, focusing her post-graduate studies at Michigan State University and later at the Jones Institute. Dedicated to initiating paradigm shifts in healthcare, wellness, and movement, she attends the Counterstrain Academy to master the profound life-changing Fascial Counterstain techniques. Montgomery has over 20 years of teaching experience with the public, professional healthcare providers, and physical therapy students and over 30 years of clinical experience in integrative healing.
Her published works include Alternative Movement Program in Geriatric Rehabilitation. Functional Neurology, Rehabilitation and Ergonomics 2018: Vol 7. No. 2, pp. 47-61 and Refining the Self-Image: Feldenkrais and Integral Human Gait Theory. The Feldenkrais Journal 2015: No. 28, pp. 30-43.
Debra is a Physical Therapist with over 40 years of experience whose numerous initials represent advanced training and certifications as an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist, a Certified McKenzie Practitioner, and as a Certified Aging in Place Specialist. Graduate of Ithaca College (BS in PT) and Long Island University (MS in Exercise Physiology), she is a lifelong learner and major fan of Counterstrain since meeting Dr. Jones in the 1980’s. Debra works as an independent practitioner, having formed Stay Put Strategies, LLC in 2012. Her emphasis is on promoting healing from injury and trauma, being able to age gracefully to “stay put” wherever you call home, and to support wellness and health in one’s life. Sessions are available in the client’s home or at clinic locations in Connecticut by appointment only.
As practicing physical therapist since 1985, I was first exposed to Counterstrain when I attended a seminar which was given by Lawrence Jones D.O.. (the originator of the counterstrain technique.) I quickly realized that counterstrain was a powerful tool that enabled me to address some of the more recalcitrant problems that my more complex patients presented with which I had previously been unable to help. After that initial course I went on to be certified in the counterstrain in 2003 through the Jones Institute. The next big revelation with my counterstrain experience was when attended my first seminar with Brian Turkey in 2008 where I was introduced to the fascial counterstrain concept in which Brian was applying to the counterstrain concept to fascial system. This has opened my practice to treating patient with conditions that I never imagined would be treatable within the world of physical therapy. I have since attended all the new fascial seminars as Brian has released them and starting this year, I have started training through the counterstrain academy to help perfect my mastery of fascial counterstrain.
I have been practicing classical Jones counterstrain since 1992. I started fascial counterstrain training seven years ago and have fallen in love with the technique. I hope to continue to learn and grow with this wonderful technique.
Welcome to Vibrant Health & Wellness! Helping people understand and care for their bodies is my top priority. I’d love to contribute to the success of your overall health & well-being through Fascial Counterstrain.
Janell Strupp is a Physical Therapist with 30+ years of experience, specializing in Fascial Counterstrain, and practicing in a wellness setting, which emphasizes balance across all of life’s pillars.
Comprehensive evaluation and treatment focused on Fascial Counterstrain is available in two convenient locations: Allenton and Menomonee Falls. Call or text Janell to get started.
Vibrant Health Integrative Physical Therapy, Allenton, WI 53002
Call or text Janell: 262-224-0913
Email: Janell@VibrantHealthPT.com
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N83W15485 Appleton Ave., Menomonee Falls, WI 53051
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Are you suffering from pain or dysfunction that limits you from doing what most love to do? The Fascial Counterstrain systems approach provides the resources needed to encourage even the most challenging of clients. Clinically observable effects of Fascial Counterstrain commonly include: decreased pain, decreased tenderness, decreased swelling, normalization of muscle tone, increased circulation; improved posture, improved proprioception, improved efficiency of muscle recruitment patterns, increased range of motion, improved strength, and improved functional performance.
Fascial Counterstrain is a highly skilled method that relies on a scan of all of the body’s systems in order to locate and treat the origin(s) of pain. It is based soundly in anatomy, and can be explained by the most recent scientific research on fascia. Because this technique identifies and treats the source of the problem(s), success rates tend to be very high, with often immediate and clinically observable results being produced from the very first session onward. I look forward to serving you in southeastern Wisconsin.
PT for 42 Years and have been doing counterstrain since 1994. I have taken all 4 levels of the Jones original work and all the FSCS including the Intro, Arterial, Vein/Lymphatic, Visceral, Nerve 1 and 2 and Ms 1, 2,3 and the CSS1 CLASS IN 2021. I also attended and completed the CS convention Mod 1 in 2018 and Mod 3 in 2019. I attended the 2020 and the 2021 Virtual Conventions as well. I have my own cash based private practice in Burnsville, Mn and continue to be successful and in demand! I love the work and continue to see miracles daily!
Ben has been utilizing Counterstrain since 2013, and it was in that first year that he became a full convert to this powerful treatment approach. After being a victim of a car accident, leaving him with both a concussion and musculoskeletal pain, Counterstrain proved itself to be singularly effective in recovery. His direct experience with a relief and healing that was not achieved with chiropractic, massage, or acupuncture sent him on a path to master this unique therapy. Benjamin’s has honed his intuitive and holistic approaches through years of applying Eastern modalities of bodywork. However, it is with the gentle precision of Fascial Counterstrain that he creates powerful healing treatments for individuals looking to overcome pain, optimize their performance, and deepen their connection with their health and body.
Kristie Wright received her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree in 2011 from the University of Missouri. She started Libertas Physical Therapy in 2018, a cash pay clinic, to get away from insurance limitations and focus on her patients 1:1. Therapy sessions are primarily manual therapy with a focus on counterstrain. Additionally, patients receive education on general wellness and lifestyle/diet adjustments to achieve their best self.
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Lory Yeh, DPT, OCS, LAc
Lory’s introduction to Counterstrain was before starting graduate school. She observed the quick and positive impact of Counterstrain on patient’s symptoms while assisting at a rehabilitation facility. This was the motivation to earning her DPT at University of Southern California in 2009. She immediately went on to receive a Master of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine in 2012. She has completed all the most current Fascial Counterstrain courses through the Jones Institute and utilizes this technique as the foundation of her manual therapy practice at InBalance AcuPT. Lory has a passion for understanding the human body and is constantly reaching towards perfecting her skills as a practitioner. Naturally, Lory continues on the path to mastering Counterstrain through Counterstrain Academy.
