Meet our team
Amanda is passionate about helping her patients manage their condition in a positive way. She excels at customizing and adapting conventional physical therapy techniques to meet the special needs of each patient. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of North Carolina Wilmington in 2007, as well as a Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of Rhode Island in 2010. Since graduating, Amanda has garnered extensive clinical experience while working in orthopedics, oncology, and pelvic rehab allowing her to treat a variety of conditions. One of her specialities is assisting women, men, and children who are suffering from impairments associated with bladder and bowel dysfunctions, pelvic pain, postpartum, prenatal, and pelvic organ prolapse. Amanda also personalizes plans to effectively treat female and male patients with lymphedema, including extremities, head and neck, and genital edema. Her successes are built upon her own experiences and clinical background, as well as her continuing education and professional certifications:
- Certified Lymphedema Therapist (Academy of Lymphatic Studies)
- LANA Certified (Lymphology Association of North America)
- PRPC: Certified Pelvic Rehabilitation Specialist
- CIDN: Certified in Integrative Dry Needling
- Yoga Instructor RYT200 through Yoga Alliance
Outside of work, Amanda loves to garden, to teach yoga and run, and to spend time with husband Ben, daughter Madison, and son Elijah!
Ben graduated from Nash Community College in 2004 with a degree as a Physical Therapy Assistant. As a PTA he has worked in multiple settings including outpatient rehabilitation clinics, hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, and Home Health. He shares a passion for working with individuals with Parkinson’s Disease and obtained his certificate in LSVT Global in 2013. Currently, he serves Pender Pelvic Health as the Office Administrator where he enjoys ensuring patients have the best possible experience and outcomes at our clinic. Outside of work, he enjoys surfing, spending time with his family, and traveling.
Mary Brian “MB” is a Wilmington native who graduated from Duke University with a B.S. in Biology and continued her studies there where she graduated with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2019. Since starting her career she has worked with a variety of pathologies including orthopedics, neurological disorders, and lymphedema. However, she has had a passion for pelvic health physical therapy since working as a tech in a pelvic health clinic before PT school. As a mother of two young children she knows the changes that can happen to the body through pregnancy, making her favorite population to work with being postpartum women who are wanting to get back to exercising and playing with their kids (especially on the trampoline!). In her free time, MB enjoys spending time outside with her husband and two boys (1 and 3), working out, horseback riding, paddleboarding, and laying by the pool or beach (when her kids let her sit still for more than 5 minutes).
Natalya graduated from Northeastern University with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2010. She spent the first 8 years of her career practicing in Orthopedics, treating a variety of muscular and joint dysfunction as well as sports rehabilitation and post operative conditions. She began continuing education in Pelvic Floor and Prenatal/Postpartum care in 2017 and has been practicing with an emphasis on treating women’s health and pelvic floor rehabilitation since. She is also a certified Pilates instructor through a 500 hour certification process and uses this training in her clinical practice. Natalya’s intention is to provide a trusting relationship with her patients, and to empower them with the tools to meet their individual goals. She has found a true passion in helping people with pelvic floor disorders including pelvic pain, urinary and bowel disorders, pelvic organ prolapse, prenatal and post partum conditions and more. Outside of work she enjoys spending time outdoors with her husband, son, and dog.
Marisa graduated from Texas A&M University in 2019 with a B.S. in Kinesiology and continued her studies at Texas State University to obtain her Doctorate of Physical Therapy in 2022. She has worked in an outpatient setting since starting her career, treating various orthopedic and neurological conditions. She developed a passion for pelvic floor rehabiliation and enjoys helping women feel confident and supported in their recovery. Whether someone is navigating pelvic pain, postpartum recovery, incontinence, or core dysfunction, she prioritizes education, collaboration, and compassionte care every step of the way. Outside of work, Marisa enjoys being outside, staying active, reading, traveling, and spending time with her husband and 2 fur babies.