Kat is a proud first-generation Filipino - American 🇵🇭 and draws her passion for physical therapy, movement and healing from her ancestral and cultural history. She is passionate about supporting and uplifting other women of color and AAPI in the PT and fitness world. Her integrative approach to PT is focused on finding the root cause of her patients symptoms and guiding them towards whole body balance and integration to get them back to doing what they love through osteopathic manual assessment+ techniques, movement and education.

She is the Director of Growth & Development for PhysioElements and the lead therapist at their Greenwich, Connecticut location. Kat received her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from New York University and her Bachelors of Science in Biochemistry at Northeastern University in Boston, MA. She is also currently a certified Pilates teacher, a certified Postpartum Corrective Exercise Specialist, birth doula, and Barcelona Schroth Physical Therapy School (BSPTS) -1 Certified Therapist to treat scoliosis and kyphosis for adolescents/adults.

Dr. Kat’s clinical interests include orthopedics/sports, women’s health, scoliosis and ultimately, treating the whole person. She has specialized training in treating pelvic floor conditions and providing pre/postnatal support. She is passionate about improving perinatal support and care for all women. She has taken courses with Herman & Wallace, the Institute for Birth Healing, Antony Lo, and the Arvigo Institute. She also has studied manual therapy techniques with the Institute of Physical Art and visceral manipulation under the Barral Institute.

Kat has an extensive background in fitness with almost 10 years of experience teaching private and group classes in Boston and NY. She holds certifications in teaching the Pilates Method with Core Pilates NYC, yoga and strength & conditioning. She also holds certifications in feminine embodiment coaching, mindfulness & intuitive development.

Kat is passionate about learning and understanding the human experience from the Four Bodies Model. As a physical therapist, she strives to connect with her patients and create a space for healing, inquiry and empowerment to help them reach their goals. She integrates her passion for fitness and wellness to support her patients and clientele in leading a healthy lifestyle for optimal health and longevity.

Kat’s favorite ways to stay active include Pilates, yoga, and kettlebell strength & conditioning. She currently lives in Fairfield County, CT with her husband, two beagle mixes and enjoys cooking, travel, writing, comedy, and music. Thank

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) - New York University

Licensed in CT + NY

B.S. in Biochemistry, Psychology minor - Northeastern University

Postpartum Corrective Exercise Specialist (PCES)

Prenatal + Postpartum Health Coach (Girls Gone Strong)

Birth Doula

BSPTS Schroth Certified Therapist

Pilates Teacher

✨COURSES✨

My ongoing lessons and guidance from my mentors, patients, and ancestors
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600 hr Full Pilates Certification with Core Pilates NYC

200 hr Yoga Teacher Training Back Bay Yoga Boston

Herman & Wallace Pelvic Floor Courses

Girls Gone Strong Prenatal and Postpartum Coaching Certification

Sarah Duvall Postpartum Corrective Exercise Specialist

institute for Birth Healing Pregnancy and Postpartum

Barral Institute Visceral Manipulation: Abdomen

Diane Lee: The Thorax and Pelvis Online

Anthony Lo Female Athlete Course

Barcelona Scoliosis Physical Therapy School Schroth Certification

Prague School DNS Course

School of Embodied Arts

Spiritual Intuitive Development with Nikki Novo

Reiki 2 Practitioner