Jennifer R. Shepherd
PT, CLT-LANA
Physical Therapist/Owner
Jennifer R. Shepherd
PT, CLT-LANA
Physical Therapist/Owner
BS: Physical Therapy, University of Vermont 1993
Licensure: North Carolina
Advanced Training:
Breast Cancer Rehabilitation, Lymphedema Prevention/Management, Head/Neck Lymphedema, Compression Fitter, Taping for Edema, IASTM, Prenatal & Postpartum, Pelvic Rehabilitation including urogenital and colorectal management, pelvic pain, chronic pelvic pain and related pelvic floor disorders, Visceral Mobilization, Pediatric Bowel/Bladder Dysfunction, Coccyx Pain, Myofascial Release, Mobilization With Movement, SI Joint Dysfunction, Osteoporosis, Ano-Rectal Manometry, APPI Pilates Trained
Jennifer Is originally from Vermont, and relocated to NC after graduating from PT school. Jennifer has worked in various physical therapy settings to include acute care, outpatient, home health, and skilled nursing. Jennifer began specializing in Women’s Health in 1996, and opened Physical Therapy for Women Inc in 2001. She has been a guest speaker for many Local women's groups, physician CME (continuing medical education), Breast Cancer Support Groups, 2006 North Carolina Nurses Symposium, 2013 C-3 Symposium, Certified Midwives, UNCW Health Education, NH County Retired Nurses, Local PEO, & Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at UNC Wilmington. Jennifer is currently completing Ano-Rectal Manometry Diagnostic Testing at a Local Gastroenterology Office. When not working Jennifer enjoys hanging with her family, the beach, reading, crafting, paddleboarding, pickleball, and fat-tire biking. Jennifer lives in Wilmington with her husband and 4 children.
Jordan Rackley
PT, DPT, CLT, OCS, WCS
Physical Therapist/Practice Manager
Jordan Rackley
PT, DPT, CLT, OCS, WCS
Physical Therapist/Practice Manager
Doctorate: Physical Therapy, Thomas Jefferson University
BS: Exercise Physiology, East Carolina University
Licensure: North Carolina
Advanced Training:
Women’s health including prenatal and postpartum Care, Orthopedics, Certified Lymphedema Therapist- Leduc Method, Pelvic Floor dysfunction including urinary and fecal incontinence, Colorectal dysfunction, chronic pelvic pain and related pelvic floor disorders, male pelvic floor dysfunction including post-prostatectomy care, Trigger Point Dry Needling, 200 hour registered Yoga Teacher Certification, McKenzie Method for MDT: parts A-B
Jordan Martine is a North Carolina native who graduated from East Carolina University with her Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Physiology in 2008. Jordan graduated from Thomas Jefferson University in August of 2014 with her Clinical Doctorate in Physical Therapy and has achieved double board-certification as a clinical specialist in 2017 for Orthopedic Physical Therapy and Women’s Health Physical Therapy in 2021. Jordan is currently the Practice Manager of Physical Therapy For Women and her areas of special interest include but are not limited to manual therapy, orthopedics, pelvic rehabilitation, lymphedema management and prevention, and oncology rehabilitation. Women’s health is part of Jordan’s lineage as her mother is a Midwife and her passion to provide healthcare to women is deeply rooted. Jordan practices evidence based medicine to create a personalized individual plan of care for her patients that will help them achieve their goals and return to a high level of function. Personally, Jordan enjoys an active lifestyle with her family that includes practicing yoga, stand up paddle boarding, hiking with her husband and son, and chasing after her dog Veda!
Brittany Reed
PT, DPT, CLT
Physical Therapist
Brittany Reed
PT, DPT, CLT
Physical Therapist
Doctorate: Physical Therapy, Clarke University, 2017
BS: Biology with a Biohealth Emphasis, University of Wisoncosin-Platteville, 2013
Licensure: North Carolina
Advanced Training:
Certified lymphedema therapist by the Academy of Lymphatic Studies, General Orthopedics, Wound Management, Spinal Manipulation and Mobilizations, Maitland trained in SI Joint Dysfunction, Lymphedema and Edema management, Orthopedics, Vestibular, and Dry Needling. Gender and Sexual Diversity clinical training
Brittany is a native of Mount Horeb, Wisconsin, and relocated to Wilmington in 2017. She attended the University of Wisconsin-Platteville for her undergraduate degree and Clarke University for her Doctorate of Physical Therapy. Upon completing her Doctorate she received Advanced training through the Academy of lymphatics founded by Joachim Zuther to earn her CLT. Since arriving at PTFW she has found a passion for treating Breast Cancer survivors and educating them on the best way to manage their condition. Brittany also finds passion in the mechanics of running and offers a gait analysis to properly implement a return to the running program for athletes and postpartum patients. In her spare time, Brit enjoys an active lifestyle playing soccer, paddle boarding, riding her bike, and playing with her animals
Jennifer Albert
MSPT, CLT, CIDN
Physical Therapist
Jennifer Albert
MSPT, CLT, CIDN
Physical Therapist
Masters: Physical Therapy Duquesne University 2003
BS: Minor in Biology, Duquesne University 2002
Licensure: North Carolina and Pennsylvania
Advanced Training:
Advanced Lymphedema Management through ACOLS; Orthopedics, Vestibular Rehab, Dry Needling, Breast Cancer Rehab, Pregnancy and Postpartum, Athleticism Coaching Certification, Kinesio Taping, MFR, Maitland Training, and Orthotics
Jen is a native of Pittsburgh, PA, and has been living in Wilmington since 2014. After graduating from PT school she spent 12 years working in Pittsburgh/managing a busy outpatient orthopedic practice until she moved here in 2014. She obtained her lymphedema and dry needling certifications and began working with this special patient population while still treating an orthopedic caseload. She likes the variety that this offers in working with many different patient populations. In her free time, Jen likes to spend time with her family and dog, especially enjoying the outdoors biking, hiking, or spending time at the beach or on the water. She has a passion for pilates and takes reformer pilates classes several times per week. She looks forward to helping her patients achieve their goals and treating them with a biopsychosocial model that encompasses treating the whole individual, not just one ailment.
Karen J Moore
PT, CDN
Physical Therapist
Karen J Moore
PT, CDN
Physical Therapist
BS: Physical Therapy, University of Oklahoma, Health Sciences Center 1991
Licensure: North Carolina
Advanced Training:
Certified Trigger Point Dry Needling, Fall Prevention Certification; Advanced training in pelvic floor rehabilitation for men and women specializing in bowel and bladder control, pelvic pain, prenatal and postpartum care and generalized pelvic floor rehabilitation.
Karen has worked in many rehabilitation settings over the course of her 30 year physical therapy journey. She has spent the last 10 years developing her skills as a pelvic floor rehabilitation specialist. She feels privileged to be able to work in such a specialized area of physical therapy and hopes to continue to learn and grow as the profession continues to learn and grow. Karen has lived in Wilmington with her husband for 30 years. She has two grown children and is an empty nester. She and her spouse enjoy the great outdoors, taking as many opportunities to camp and hike as possible.
Nicole Worline
PT, DPT
Physical Therapist
Nicole Worline
PT, DPT
Physical Therapist
Doctorate: Elon University
BS: East Carolina University
Licensure: North Carolina
Advanced Training:
Integrative Dry Needling for Pelvic Pain and Dysfunction, Pre/Postnatal, IASTM Lower Quarter, Male Pelvic Floor Dysfunction, Pelvic Floor Dysfunction- Including Urinary and Fecal Incontinence, Pelvic Pain.
While completing her undergraduate degree, Nicole developed and conducted a research project that assessed college-aged women’s knowledge of pelvic floor, identifying a large deficit in accurate information available to the population. This sparked Nicole’s interest in pelvic health and led her to pursue a career that would help to close this gap in knowledge and positively impact the lives of both women and men. Nicole strives to work collaboratively with patients to ensure that each patient's personal goals are being met. Nicole is a native of Wilmington, NC. When not at work, Nicole enjoys spending time with her husband and playing with her dog Rory.
Katie Friske
PT, DPT
Physical Therapist
Katie Friske
PT, DPT
Physical Therapist
Doctorate: Physical Therapy, Emory University
Licensure: North Carolina
Advanced Training:
Vasyli certified to perform orthotic fitting: as well as Functional Movement Screening. She received her Pelvic Floor training through Herman and Wallace Institute and has 6 years plus experience treating pelvic floor disorders including urinary and fecal incontinence, pelvic pain, endometriosis, pelvic organ prolapse, constipation, and women pre and postnatal.
Katie is from Virginia Beach, Va. who recently relocated from her hometown to the Wilmington area to be closer to family. Professionally, Katie's initial career path was Veterinary Medicine, but ultimately found a stronger interest in pursuing human healthcare. She played D1 Soccer at Wake Forest University where she majored in Biology. Katie in her free time enjoys boating, running or spinning, anything to do with mountains, and spending time with her family.
Lauren Gilman
PT, DPT
Physical Therapist
Lauren Gilman
PT, DPT
Physical Therapist
Doctorate: Physical Therapy, Emory University & Henry College
BS: James Madison University, Harrisonburg VA
Licensure: North Carolina and Virginia
Advanced Training:
Medical Screening through IAMT, motor planning for children with autism, manual techniques, functional assessments, wound care management, oncology rehab certification with ILWTI, and Lymphedema therapy through Norton School of Lymphatic Therapy.
Lauren is from Smith Mountain Lake VA, and she relocated to Wilmington NC in 2023. She attended James Madison University for her undergraduate degree and Emory & Henry College for her Doctorate of Physical Therapy. While on clinicals with E&H Lauren had the privilege to work and learn at Niswonger Childrens Hospital, a St Jude affiliated hospital, where she worked with the St. Jude clinic providing cancer rehab to children of all ages. This experience is where Lauren's interest in oncology rehab began. Since graduation from Physical Therapy school Lauren has gained advanced training in oncology rehab with professional experience with actue post op mastectomy patients, chemo induced peripheral neuropathy, cancer related fatigue and weakness/pain secondary to cancer treatment. In her spare time, Lauren enjoys biking, kayaking, being outside with her dogs and finding local places to get oysters with her husband.
Beth Trinker
PT, DPT
Physical Therapist
Beth Trinker
PT, DPT
Physical Therapist
Doctorate: Physical Therapy, University of Pittsburgh
BS: Exercise Science, University of Delaware
Licensure: North Carolina and Virginia
Advanced Training:
Herman & Wallace Institute Pelvic Floor 1 certification treating urinary incontinence and pelvic pain conditions.
Beth is originally from the greater Philadelphia area. She completed her undergraduate education at the University of Delaware, receiving a BS in Exercise Science. She further pursued her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree at the University of Pittsburgh, where she found her passion treating in the Women's Health Pelvic Floor setting during her clinical rotations. She has recently relocated to Wilmington to be closer to family and of course the beach. Beth enjoys the outdoors and traveling, playing trivia with friends and family, and being a foodie. She is excited to grow in such a transformative and rewarding field and to help patients live their lives to the fullest.
JoLea Myles
PTA
Physical Therapist Assistant
JoLea Myles
PTA
Physical Therapist Assistant
BS: Exercise Science, Stetson University, 2000
Associate: Physical Therapy Assistant, Martin Community College, 2009
Licensure: North Carolina
Advanced Training:
Myokinesthetic Systems Provider, training in MFR through John Barnes, Kinesio Tape, IASTM through Rock Blades, Maitland trained manual therapist completing MT1, MT2, MT SIJ
I was introduced to the world of PT after graduating with a BS in Exercise Science. While teaching fitness classes and personal training at local gyms, I also worked as an exercise technician in a large, busy orthopedic physical therapy clinic. I juggled these positions for 6 years before deciding to return to Physical Therapist Assistant School in 2008. Two years and two babies later I began my career as a PTA in a small orthopedic clinic where I stayed for another 6 years. It was a great place to learn, practice new skills, and grow as a therapist and a person. Since moving to Wilmington I spent a short time in Southport and now have been at PTFW since 2017. Here I have grown tremendously gaining skills, information, and understanding from a tremendous group of skilled practitioners. I remain fascinated by the work of orthopedic PT and am constantly amazed at the body's ability to heal, change, and adapt.
Leslie Maready
Physical Therapist Technician
Leslie Maready
Physical Therapist Technician
Leslie Maready is a North Carolina native, who has lived in Richlands NC all her life. She has a son and two stepdaughters. She pursued a career in home health for 10 years, until May of 2022. She has since transitioned into an office clinical setting at Physical Therapy For Women. In her free time, she likes to be at her condo in Emerald Isle boating, anything outdoors and making new memories with her family. She is also an active member of her church and leads a motherhood group at her church.
Emily Koch
Physical Therapist Technician
Emily Koch
Physical Therapist Technician
Emily moved from her hometown in Mooresville, NC to Wilmington to pursue her degree at UNCW. After starting off her freshman year studying abroad in Ireland, she returned and kicked off her Bachelors degree in Exercise Science with a Minor in Yoga Studies. Since graduating in 2022, Emily is now a 200-hour Certified Yoga Instructor and hopes to incorporate teaching yoga into her long-term career. With interest in women's health, athletics, and exercise, she is hoping to gain experience in the health care field to determine her future career path! In her down time, Emily enjoys going on long walks or hikes, taking care of her houseplants, making coffee and practicing yoga!
Loren Drovich
Physical Therapist Technician
Loren Drovich
Physical Therapist Technician
Deana DeHart
Front Office Manager
Deana DeHart
Front Office Manager
Licensure: North Carolina
Advanced Training:
Deana is a native of Wilmington. Graduating from JT Hoggard High and continued her education at Guilford Community College. She has been in the medical field for over 32 years with 30 of those years as an Office Manager and 29 years Certified Chiropractic Nurse and American Chiropractic College of Radiology Technician. She is a mother of a 21-year-old daughter. Her family has lived in Wilmington since the 1850s. She enjoys the beach and all that Wilmington has to offer and is truly proud to call Wilmington her home.
Madelyn Porter
Front Office Assistant
Madelyn Porter
Front Office Assistant
Madelyn was born and raised in Southern California and moved to Wilmington winter of 2019 with her family. Eventually she would like to return back to school and get a degree in Criminal Justice. Madelyn loves to be outdoors and spend as much time in the sun as possible. Some of her favorite hobbies and activities she enjoys include kayaking, watching sunsets, photography, hiking with her dog Archie and spending time at the beach!
Sarah Danzi
Receptionist
Sarah Danzi
Receptionist
Sarah was born and raised in Charlotte, NC but moved to the Wilmington area in Summer of 2022 with her family. She currently works at PTFW at the front desk and hopes to go back to school to become a Dental Assistant. She has a cavapoo named Tobey who is 4 years old. In her free time Sarah likes to spend time with her family, going shopping, doing puzzles, and hanging out at the beach.
Mikayla Murray
Receptionist
Mikayla Murray
Receptionist
Mikayla was born and raised in Martinsburg WV and moved to the Wilmington area in April of 2022. She is married with a 4 year old son. She enjoys traveling, spending long summer days with her family at the pool and beach. She inspires to go back to school for business with asperations of owning her own business.
Karina Zelaya-Trejo
Receptionist
Karina Zelaya-Trejo
Receptionist
Karina is from Durham, NC and relocated to Wilmington in 2018 to continue her education. She graduated from UNCW with a Bachelor's degree in Communication and a minor in Digital Arts. She hopes to go back to school to get her Master's Degree. Her hobbies are painting, learning to cook. and thrifting.