I help people feel more at home in their bodies.
Hi, I’m Kelly.
I’m an expert-level, trained John F. Barnes Myofascial Release® (MFR) therapist, and I help people find lasting relief from chronic pain so they can move through their lives with more ease.
This work is personal to me.
In my late 30s, I found CrossFit and completely fell in love with strength training. It was something I had never experienced before, and it changed how I saw myself and what my body was capable of.
But even as I got stronger, there were still things I avoided.
Running. Jumping. Anything high-impact.
Between pelvic floor issues (thanks, kids) and constant shin splints, my body still had limits that I couldn’t push past, no matter how hard I trained.
That’s when I found Myofascial Release.
Over the course of about 2.5 years of consistent treatment, everything started to change.
The pelvic floor issues resolved. The shin splints disappeared.
And for the first time, I was able to run again, without pain.
Not because I forced my body to perform, but because it finally had the space to change.
That experience is why I do this work today.
I’ve seen firsthand what’s possible when you give your body the time, consistency, and support it needs to release long-held patterns of tension and restriction.
Now, I work with people who feel stuck in their bodies.
People who have tried other things and are still dealing with pain.
People who are ready for something different.
My approach is not about quick fixes.
It’s about helping your body create lasting change, so you can get back to the things you love without constantly thinking about your pain.
“Choosing to work with Kelly has truly been one of the best decisions I've made for my health”
I could go on about this experience. Choosing to work with Kelly has truly been one of the best decisions I’ve made for my health, and I’m incredibly grateful for her and the passion she brings to her work.
- Alex C., Oswego, Illinois
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7 Fun Facts About Me
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I spent 15 years working in IT before deciding what I wanted to be when I grew up.
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Knitting is my hobby, and I find it incredibly meditative. Chances are, if you see me wearing a sweater, cardigan, or socks, I probably made it.
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I’m a cat person. I love other people’s dogs, but cats have always had a special place in my heart. We currently have three. My husband thinks that’s enough. I disagree.
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Because of my childhood experiences helping care for my dad with Type 1 diabetes, I’ve always been drawn to healing professions. Becoming a therapist felt like coming home to something I was meant to do.
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I’m passionate about education. You should never stop learning. One of my favorite reminders from John F. Barnes is to strive for excellence, not perfection.
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I love music. Fleetwood Mac, Kings of Leon, The Doors, Led Zeppelin, U2, Depeche Mode, Gary Clark Jr., The Heavy. There is always something good playing.
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I’m a big fan of the Chief Inspector Gamache series by Louise Penny. One of my favorite characters, Ruth Zardo, writes a book titled I’m FINE (Fucked up, Insecure, Neurotic, Egotistical). I can relate. I’m often FINE, thanks for asking.
Why This Work Matters to Me
John F. Barnes Myofascial Release® has transformed my life. It’s not just something I do, it’s something that’s part of who I am.
I was 20 when my dad died from complications of Type 1 diabetes.
In my family, emotions weren’t really something we talked about or processed. So when he passed, I didn’t have the tools to deal with the grief, anger, and guilt I was carrying.
I pushed it down and kept going.
And like so many people, I held all of that in my body for years.
It wasn’t until I experienced Myofascial Release for myself that things began to shift.
Over time, those stored emotions started to release. Not all at once, but gradually, in a way that felt safe and supported.
What I found on the other side was something I didn’t even realize I was missing.
A deeper sense of calm.
A sense of peace.
A feeling of being at home in my own body.
That’s why I believe in this work so strongly.
Because it’s not just about pain relief.
It’s about creating space for your body, and your whole self, to heal.
That’s why I work the way I do with my clients. Not just to reduce pain, but to help your body release what it’s been holding onto, so you can feel more like yourself again.