Integrative General PT Services in Arlington Heights & Chicago.

Why choose Integrative General PT?Who this is for

My general physical therapy services are for patients experiencing pain, limited movement, or tension that hasn't improved with traditional, exercise-based PT.

Integrative General PT may be helpful if you:

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    Have tried traditional physical therapy without desired results
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    Suspect your symptoms may be influenced by mechanical or emotional components
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    Are looking for a hands-on, integrative approach rather than exercise-based care

Integrative General Physical TherapyConditions and symptoms this may address

Gentle, effective, and holistic Physical Therapy for when traditional PT hasn’t worked. Valuable for surgical prep/recovery, lymphatic concerns, and nervous system support.

For example:

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    Chronic or unresolved pain
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    Headaches or TMJ pain
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    Stiffness or tension
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    Fascial restrictions
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    Scar tissue
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    Referred pain
Integrative general physical therapy

Integrative General Physical TherapyMy approach

This is not conventional PT focused on exercise protocols. This is not a massage. Instead, I practice manual integrative physical therapy, which uses specific, hands-on techniques to restore function and reduce pain.

This approach is gentle, effective, and holistic - especially helpful when traditional PT hasn't worked. It's also valuable for surgical prep/recovery, lymphatic concerns, and nervous system support.

What a session looks like

Treatment consists of 60-minutes of specific, hands-on, integrative techniques.

Techniques Used:

  • Visceral Manipulation (VM)
  • Neural Manipulation (NM)
  • Viscerovascular Manipulation
  • Visceroemotional Relationships
  • Craniosacral Therapy (CST)
  • Craniosacral Fascial Therapy
  • Negative Pressure Cupping

Each session begins with a General Listening:

A way to ask the body for the area of greatest restriction. This may or may not be the area where symptoms present, but this is the area where treatment will start and focus.

Next step is a Local Listening:

A Local Listing provides specific information about what organs or tissues will be treated, and what other systems might be involved in the area of the General and Local Listening, and will guide integration of involved structures and systems in the region.

Techniques are applied based on the findings from General and Local Listening, allowing related systems to integrate and heal.

How To Get StartedGetting started with your care is easy.

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A free 15 min chat

Reach out by text or email to schedule a brief consultation. We'll discuss your symptoms and history to ensure this holistic approach is the right fit for your goals.

Schedule appointment

Once we've connected, I'll book your initial visit. You'll receive intake forms via email to complete ahead of time, ensuring our entire session is focused on your care.

Your 1st session!

During your 60 minute private session, I use gentle hands-on techniques like Visceral Manipulation to listen to your body and address the root cause of your symptoms.

My approach is holistic, trauma-informed, and science-supported, with an emphasis on listening to the whole person – not just chasing symptoms.

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    1:1 private sessions
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    All-gender & all-age care
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    Integrative, hands-on techniques
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    No insurance = more freedom
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    Post-surgical + gender-affirming support
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    Advanced pediatric care

How this differs from traditional PT

This is not traditional, exercise-based pelvic floor physical therapy.

If you are looking for exercise-based treatment, strengthening programs, or machine-based biofeedback, please visit the allied provider section for other resources.

What techniques do you use?

I use a manual, whole-body approach that is designed to restore mobility and balance to the internal systems of the body. Focusing on the whole body, these advanced techniques address the root cause of dysfunction rather than just managing symptoms:

  • Visceral Manipulation
  • Neural Manipulation
  • Viscerovascular Manipulation
  • Visceroemotional Relationships
  • Craniosacral Therapy
  • Craniosacral Fascial Therapy
  • Negative Pressure Cupping
Can we strengthen my core?

Your core is a dynamic system of muscles that responds to the whole body. By improving visceral restrictions, scar tissue, and breathing mechanics, core strength may improve, but we will not be focused on traditional core strengthening exercises. Please visit the allied provider section for more resources.

Financial InformationA note about insurance and payment

In order to provide the highest quality 1:1 care, Mint Physical Therapy does not accept insurance or Medicare. I can provide documentation (superbills) for you to submit for out-of-network reimbursement.
HSA/FSA cards are accepted.

ServicesOther services I offer

All treatment at Mint Physical Therapy is individualized and built around listening, not just fixing.

Integrative Abdominal & Pelvic Floor PT

I offer an integrative, whole-body approach to pelvic and abdominal care for patients of all genders and all ages.

Holistic Pelvic Program

This is for patients who "just want to learn how to do Kegels," or patients who are uncomfortable with in-person pelvic floor PT and want to try some things on their own first.

Certifications & Advanced Training

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    Pelvic Floor PT (Herman & Wallace, Hollis Herman)
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    Visceral Manipulation (Barral Institute)
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    Visceral Vascular Manipulation
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    Neural Manipulation (Barral Institute)
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    Craniosacral Therapy (CST - Upledger Institute)
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    Craniosacral Fascial Therapy (CFT - Gillespie Approach)
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    Healing Touch (Healing Beyond Borders)
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    Dry Needling (Evidence in Motion)
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    Negative Pressure Cupping
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    STOTT Rehab Pilates (Merrithew)
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    Hypopressives (Hypopressives Canada)