Hi, I’m Angela!
I was raised on St. Simon’s Island and in Tifton, Georgia. I lived in Atlanta for 25 years and now have escaped to the North Georgia mountains.
I have over 35 years of experience working with older adults. Some of that time includes working within physical rehabilitation hospitals with head injury, stroke, and orthopedic and neurological patients. I specialize now in helping older adults through Integrated Positional Therapy (IPT) and other services like senior strength training, chair exercise, personal training, Yoga, Ageless Grace brain and body fitness, Balance and Mobility, and Silver Sneakers.
As I pursued my wellness career, I was introduced to Integrated Positional Therapy (IPT). My Dad was a Chiropractor so growing up surrounded by bodywork and focus on good health is a passion. Integrated Positional Therapy (IPT) is more moderate than Chiropractic.
IPT is perfect for those that desire a more gentle method for pain relief and discomfort. Although the pleasure of having hands-on bodywork is optimal. I will teach you how to provide your own self-care with stretches, strengthening, and proper ergonomics to help you function more pain free. I am a certified IPT Professional through mentorship of Lee Albert. You may have seen Lee Albert on PBS Specials.
Self-care is vital in helping to relieve stress and anxiety. IPT is similar to assisted stretching that is popular now, but the knowledge base & training is superior to most of those pop-up locations. I also offer hands-on bodywork as well as Zoom virtual services.
Read Below to Learn More About Me
Experience
- Over 35 years of experience working with older adults
- Recreation therapist with physical rehabilitation hospitals with head injury, stroke, and orthopedic and neurological patients
Education
- Bachelor of Science degree in Education with an emphasis in Therapeutic Recreation from University of Georgia
- Certificate in Gerontology from Kennesaw State University
License and Certifications
- Certified Integrated Positional Therapy (IPT) Professional with mentorship from Lee Albert
- Certifications in senior strength training, chair exercise, personal training, Yoga, Ageless Grace brain and body fitness, Balance and Mobility, and Silver Sneakers
Who does Integrated Positional Therapy (IPT) work for:
- Highly Sensitive Persons (Angela can testify on this)
- Those in Physical Rehabilitation Recovery
- Those with Degeneration of the Spine, other Joints, & Arthritis
- Autoimmune issues where gentle, slow movement & progress is necessary (Angela has first-hand experience with this as well)
- Older Adults
- Those that want trained Assisted stretching techniques
- People interested in learning how to help themselves so they can continue their wellness plan at home
- Chronic pain & stress
- Those that desire a more gentle approach to balancing muscles than Chiropractic or other modalities
- IPT is appropriate for just about everyone!
Here are the main techniques that Integrated Positional Therapy utilizes:
- Muscle Energy Techniques (MET)
- Strain-Counter Strain Positioning (SCS)
- Gentle Stretches & Gravity can be our friend
I can provide a combination of tools for better health & functionality, such as the following:
- Integrated Positional Therapy (IPT)
- Recreation Therapy
- Suggested exercises-personal training for strength, balance, adaptive yoga, etc
- Relaxation, mindfulness, breathing techniques, forest bathing, meditation are just a few tools for stress reduction
- Active Aging resources
As I have gotten older, accepting an ever-changing self-identity has its’ challenges. The aging process is ongoing and it involves emotional, spiritual, physical, and intellectual acceptance. I am still learning how to release anxiety in my mind and not hold it in my body which can present itself as pain. Learning is ongoing and I love to learn. I like to provide help and resources for whole-person wellness.
Most of my friends and clients describe me as calming, patient, easy to share concerns with as well as a fun since of humor. Of course, my business Aging Is Not 4 Sissies has truth and humor in it. I love to dance, listen to music, nature and most of all family. I also have 2 Aussiedoodles.
My goal is to touch more people’s lives and expand their knowledge to help themselves toward vitality, decreased pain, and overall whole person wellness. Learn how to help yourself. Let’s discuss your pain concerns or maybe you have weakness & limited range of motion in certain joints. These are all topics that I can address and show the techniques that will aid in the problems not returning. If I don’t have the answers then I will assist you in finding the resources needed. Go to my website to learn more and make an appointment or a free consultation.
Hours
Online Sessions and In Person Appointments Available
Thursdays 10am – 5pm
Saturdays 10am – 2pm
Weekday evenings 6pm – 8pm
Contact
angelabh@agingisnot4sissies.com
https://www.agingisnot4sissies.com/
706 – 314 – 8743
Rates
Initial Hands-on IPT session (1¼ to 1½ hours) – $85 (includes Assessment, treatment, personalized Wellness plan)
Follow-up Hands-on IPT sessions (about an hour) – $75. (includes treatment & follow-up with Wellness plan) Rate changes depend on if travel is involved.
Virtual Initial IPT Session (1 1/4 to 1 1/2 hours)-$75 (includes Virtual Assessment, individualized stretching techniques, personalized Wellness plan) via Zoom or similar virtual connection.
Virtual Follow-up IPT Session (up to an hour)- $65 (includes ongoing pain-relieving & ergonomic techniques & follow-up with Wellness plan) via Zoom or similar virtual connection.
Initial Personal Training Exercise Program (1.5 hour)- $75 (may include but not limited Standardized Senior Fitness Tests & Balance tests, one-on-one Exercise/Yoga/Balance training, individualized exercise program. This is more for post-Rehab exercise needs, beginners, or for those with dealing with ongoing pain and limitations.)