Find lasting relief from pelvic floor issues - from leaking, painful sex, and so much more.
“Truly, it was one of the first times that a medical professional felt safe and I felt SEEN.” -R.L.
“Amanda was integral to healing my pelvic floor and diastasis recti during and after my pregnancy.” -Jessica P.
Pelvic health issues are common, but that doesn’t mean they’re normal, or that you have to live with them. We can help you find the source and get rid of them for good. Access holistic, expert pelvic floor therapy in the Bitterroot Valley, in the comfort of your home or in our cozy office. More than just treating incontinence, we provide full-scope, performance-based physical therapy services with specialized attention to pelvic floor and abdominal function during pregnancy and postpartum, as well as before and after surgeries or for chronic conditions. We address everything from pelvic pain to clogged ducts. We give you choices so you can prioritize your health and quality of life, especially in seasons when it is difficult to do so.
Our approach
We believe in changing how pelvic health therapy is provided so we can support healthy pregnancy, birth, and womanhood. We provide expert services where and when it is convenient, so you have access to care during times of life when it can be difficult to make time for self-care. Pelvic floor physical therapy is what we do, we did not add it on to an existing orthopedic practice. With over 10 years of experience working with midwives, doulas, and other perinatal specialists, our passion is helping people live their lives without pain, leaking, or feeling like they can’t do the things they love to do.
Our unique office is designed specifically for pelvic floor therapy, with a trauma-informed focus. It offers a warm and private environment, rather than being a back room in a hospital rehabilitation center or an orthopedic practice where you have to walk through a large gym or waiting area. You also won’t hear people working out outside our treatment room. You get a quiet environment, focused on you, with a therapist who treats exclusively pelvic floor-related conditions!
“Amanda’s diverse and well-rounded knowledge is evident; pair that with her positive, professional, and kind demeanor and you’ve got one heck of a PT.” -B.B.
“A family-friendly environment and just the wonderful and knowledgeable human she is, are reasons I will forever recommend Amanda.” -Jessica P.
Personalized, expert care.
All of your appointments will be provided by a licensed, expert pelvic health physical therapist on a one-on-one basis; you will never be handed off to an aide or a therapist who does not specialize in pelvic health or has only taken a single weekend course. Your treatment plan will incorporate your specific goals and challenges, rather than a generic cookie-cutter program based on your diagnosis (and it might not even include kegels or vaginal weights as other providers do!).
“I've only been seeing [Amanda] for ~9 months and she has taken amazing care of me! I can walk painlessly again, I can hold a job, I can go on hikes, I can have complete & painless bowel movements! (may be TMI but it's true!) I honestly can't thank this woman enough for the quality of life she's been able to give back to me.” -Jessica B.
Our services
Pelvic Health Therapy
Our primary focus is pelvic health or pelvic floor physical therapy. This is a specialized therapy that focuses on the health and function of the group of muscles in the bottom of the pelvis as it relates to the rest of your body. Your pelvic floor serves an important role in stability, sexual health, sphincteric control, support for pelvic organs, and circulation.
We evaluate coordination, strength, motion, and function to come up with a treatment plan including manual-based therapies, nervous system regulation, and exercises to retrain your body to function properly during and after pregnancy, or after surgery or injuries. This is not limited to the pelvic region; we offer full-scope head-to-toe physical therapy evaluation and treatment in the context of pelvic health.
Specialty Yoga
Yoga is an ancient practice that means to join, yoke, or unite that incorporates breathing, concentration, mindfulness, physical and mental flexibility, strength, and balance. It has many applications to modern health and wellness, including addressing the neuroscience of pain and trauma release.
We offer private and group yoga instruction, emphasizing prenatal and postpartum, and pelvic and chronic pain with trauma-sensitive classes.
Yoga can be incorporated in your overall treatment plan and exercise program or can be the primary focus of your sessions.
Prep and Performance
You don’t have to have active symptoms to benefit from pelvic health care.
We offer performance-based programs, enhancing function to help you return to recreational and athletic activities and maximize your abilities beyond traditional rehabilitation programs, as well as our birth prep program to promote healthy pregnancy, achieve birth goals, and prepare for postpartum recovery.
Meet your Therapist
Dr. Amanda Lasseter is an experienced pelvic health physical therapist, specializing in perinatal and trauma-informed care. After the birth of her first son, spending time with other postpartum moms, she saw the great need for perinatal care and education. She strives to make holistic pelvic rehabilitation part of the standard of care for all women during and after pregnancy to support healthy pregnancy, birth, breastfeeding, and quality of life. She has dedicated the last 10 years of her 17 year career to this specialty, and feels strongly that the complexities of pelvic health require and deserve a true expert rather than with a therapy aide or provider splitting time treating knees and shoulders.
Frequently Asked Questions
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We focus specifically on pelvic floor therapy - we’re not general or ortho PTs who just took one weekend course to add to our list of services. We are highly trained experts in pelvic health and whole body care.
You get hour-long, 1 on 1 sessions with a pelvic floor expert. You’ll never be handed off to an aide or other provider - we believe the trusting relationship you build with your provider is important to your recovery.
Our whole practice is thoughtfully designed to be comfortable and warm, and creates a safe space for dealing with potentially difficult issues. You won’t hear a noisy gym outside the treatment room.
We provide other comforts like hot tea, coffee, and snacks in the waiting area, and in the treatment room we have bed warmers, blankets, and a variety of props to support you.
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We specialize in complex pelvic health conditions - and if you’re here, we can probably help you.
Here are some of the things we can help you overcome:
Urinary incontinence - leaking pee with things like exercise, laughing, coughing, or rushing to the bathroom.
Urinary frequency - peeing constantly/more often than normal.
Urgency of bowel or bladder - intense feeling you need to go or you might leak.
Recurrent UTIs - by addressing underlying problems with emptying your bladder.
Bladder retention/difficulty emptying - feeling like you need to go again right away after a trip to the bathroom.
Painful bladder and interstitial cystitis (IC).
Incontinence of feces or gas - leaking poop or uncontrollable farting.
Constipation - unable to poop or straining to poop; going less than every 2-3 days.
Tailbone and pelvic pain and injuries - even old ones!
Stubborn SIJ pain, dysfunction, hypermobility.
Scars from abdominal and pelvic surgeries - including c-sections or episiotomies
Diastasis recti abdominis and hernia -separation of abdominal muscle or tenting in belly with workouts.
Prolapse of pelvic organs - bladder, uterus, or rectum falling out or feeling like they’re falling out.
Endometriosis and adenomysosis related pain and dysfunction, including after excision surgery.
Painful penetrative intercourse also known as dyspareunia. Painful conditions including diagnosis of vaginismus, vulvodynia, and vestibulitis.
Clogged ducts, mastitis, and pain with breastfeeding.
Aches and pains throughout the body during and after pregnancy.
Pregnancy and postpartum wellness.
Labor and delivery prep.
Return to recreation/sports after pregnancy, surgery, or prolonged inactivity.
Trauma-related, chronic pain - any body parts involved.
Weakness or poor coordination and muscle control contributing to persistent hip and low back pain.
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Yes! We can help with preventative, wellness, and performance services, and if you just want to check in with the state of your pelvic floor and abdominals we can do that, too!
Our Pregnancy Program includes comprehensive birth prep, and we offer services to promote healthy pregnancy and birth absent of symptoms.
Our Postpartum Program includes assessment and guidance of rehabbing after vaginal and cesarean births and can help set you up for long term, symptom-free function.
Private yoga with emphasis on pelvic health and trauma release is also available.
Mobile, In-office, and Virtual Visits
We offer visit types that work for you. We will come to you - you can participate in physical therapy at home, even during nap time for your littles! If you prefer some time away from home, our office is conveniently located in Hamilton, MT at 811 S First Street, on the west side of Highway 93 just north of Golf Course Road.
If distance is a barrier, virtual visits are available, too!
“There isn't anyone else with her level of education within a 300mi radius of me. truly is one of a kind. not only is she insanely educated, she is such a kind soul.” -Jessica B.
