Business Details
18 Years
experience
Your Trusted Physical Therapy Partner in Calistoga, CA
Established in 2008, Focus Forward Wellness & Physical Therapy has served Calistoga, CA, and surrounding regions with personalized physical therapy and wellness solutions. Our team of licensed professionals specializes in Integrative Manual Therapy (IMT), offering a whole-person approach to address pain, mobility issues, and chronic conditions. With over 30 years of combined experience, we prioritize individualized care, treating patients from infants to seniors through in-clinic and in-home services. Our expertise spans sports injuries, post-surgical rehabilitation, women's and men's health, and neurological dysfunction.We emphasize hands-on techniques, functional exercise, and patient education to restore optimal physical function. Our commitment to community wellness is reflected in our partnerships, including the St. Helena High School Wellness Clinic. We maintain transparency in care, providing superbills for insurance reimbursement and accessible pricing. Our practice integrates nutritional guidance through certified specialists, ensuring holistic health solutions. This dedication to comprehensive, compassionate care has earned us recognition as a trusted local provider.
Services
Physical Therapy
Integrative Manual Therapy
Sports Injury Rehab
Women's Health
Neurological Rehabilitation
Post-Surgical Recovery
In-Home Therapy
Nutritional Counseling
Balance Training
Chronic Pain Management
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years of combined experience in physical therapy.
- Our team specializes in Integrative Manual Therapy for root-cause treatment.
- We provide in-home services for patients with mobility limitations.
- We treat patients of all ages, from infants to seniors.
- Our therapists hold advanced certifications in women's health and nutrition.
What people say
Incredible sweet people
Devoted to healing
Best physical therapist
Professional and friendly
Definitely helped
Services
Physical Therapy
Our physical therapy services address musculoskeletal pain, mobility limitations, and post-injury recovery through customized treatment plans. Using evidence-based techniques like manual therapy and therapeutic exercise, we help patients regain strength and function. With experience treating athletes and post-surgical patients, our therapists focus on restoring natural movement patterns while educating clients about injury prevention.
Integrative Manual Therapy
Integrative Manual Therapy combines hands-on techniques with functional medicine to address root causes of pain. This whole-body approach identifies interconnected tissue restrictions affecting recovery. Our certified practitioners use myofascial release and neural tension techniques to improve circulation and reduce chronic pain, complemented by personalized exercise programs for long-term wellness.
Women's Health
Specialized treatment for pelvic floor dysfunction, pre/post-partum recovery, and hormonal imbalances. Our therapists use gentle manual techniques and targeted exercise to address urinary incontinence, pelvic pain, and post-hysterectomy rehabilitation. We create private, supportive environments for patients to discuss sensitive health concerns while developing individualized recovery strategies.
Neurological Rehabilitation
Post-stroke and traumatic brain injury recovery programs focus on restoring motor function and balance. Using neuroplasticity principles, our therapists implement gait training and vestibular rehabilitation to improve coordination. We incorporate adaptive equipment training and home safety assessments to enhance independence in daily activities for patients with neurological conditions.
In-Home Therapy
Our mobile therapy service brings physical rehabilitation to patients with mobility limitations. Therapists conduct home environment assessments to create fall prevention plans and prescribe adaptive techniques for daily tasks. This service maintains continuity of care for post-surgical patients and elderly individuals requiring personalized attention in familiar surroundings.
People
Ilona Falvy
Owner
With 30+ years of experience, Ilona graduated from Loma Linda University with a Master's in Physical Therapy. She specializes in manual therapy for neck/back dysfunction and complex medical conditions. Her post-graduate studies focus on movement optimization and holistic healing approaches for chronic pain management.
Christina Leisen
Physical Therapist
Dr. Leisen holds a Doctorate in Physical Therapy and Applied Clinical Nutrition certification. She integrates orthopedic expertise with nutritional support for comprehensive women's health solutions. Her practice emphasizes patient empowerment through education about self-directed healing and lifelong wellness practices.
Diana Chyrywaty
Physical Therapist
A New York native certified in California and Alaska, Diana specializes in functional movement analysis. She focuses on gait mechanics, balance restoration, and strength training. Her approach combines structural assessment with nature-based wellness strategies to support holistic recovery from musculoskeletal injuries.
Wendy Biale
CFO
As former patient and business partner, Wendy combines two decades of wellness experience with financial expertise. She manages clinic operations while maintaining connections to local wellness initiatives. Her background includes theology studies and pilgrimage leadership, reflecting her holistic approach to healthcare administration.
Yesenia Hernandez-Gutierrez
Receptionist
Yesenia applies massage therapy knowledge to patient intake processes. She advocates for mental-physical health connections through stress-reduction techniques. Her welcoming demeanor and hiking hobby reflect the clinic's commitment to active lifestyles and community wellness education.
Questions
What conditions do you treat?
We treat musculoskeletal pain, sports injuries, neurological conditions, and women's health issues using personalized physical therapy approaches.
Do you accept insurance?
We provide superbills for insurance reimbursement but do not bill insurers directly for our private physical therapy sessions.
Are home therapy services available?
Yes, our licensed therapists provide in-home physical therapy for patients with mobility limitations or transportation challenges.
What makes IMT different?
Integrative Manual Therapy addresses whole-body connections through hands-on techniques combined with functional medicine principles for lasting pain relief.
How to book appointments?
Contact us via phone or website to schedule private physical therapy sessions at our Calistoga clinic or through home visits.
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