Meet Charlotte Garma

​After listening to countless clients with persistent back or hip pain recount their stories of seeing many specialists, she made it her mission to inform them about the missing link that no other profession had considered… the pelvic floor! While approaching each person with a pelvic floor focus to therapy, she also understands the importance of a full-body approach. To that end, she works closely with each client to develop an individualized and holistic plan for care that focuses on helping patients achieve their specific goals, beyond just being symptom-free.  “We start with your pelvic floor, but we don’t end there!”

As a first-time mom, she was especially in tune with how often mother’s complaints of physical problems were dismissed throughout their pregnancy and post-partum journeys, and she knew that she could make a difference for them She believes that specially tailored treatment, education, and support  should be offered to prepare all moms so that they can achieve the birth they choose, not one that is chosen for them. For an ideal recovery, that same level of care should be provided post-partum so moms can live their best life and learn to love their new bodies.

Charlotte’s many years as a dancer, in particular her studies at Towson University’s Dance Program, have aided her understanding of the use of core and pelvic muscles in a real-life manner and inspired her approach. The intense dance training enhanced her awareness of proper alignment and function, which she integrates uniquely while guiding others toward optimal well-being.  
Charlotte had a unique double major, graduating with a Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science as well as a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance Performance and Choreography from Towson University. While in Baltimore, she worked at Johns Hopkins Rehabilitation Program for Performing Artists and assisted a member of the adjunct faculty with research on dance injuries. She then spent time in New York City as a personal trainer and yoga instructor before returning home to complete her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Louisiana State University in New Orleans. 

When she is not treating patients she enjoys spending time with her family, boating on the river, and cajun dancing.
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Charlotte's Fun Facts:

• Charlotte has a 9-month-old daughter named Lily who’s a mini version of her father, Max. 
• She is a research machine! Anytime a question arises, she will be the one to find the answer.
• The quintessential enneagram 2, Charlotte will move heaven and earth to help you.
• One of her all-time favorite books is “Come As You Are” by Emily Nagoski. #teambrakes
• Her office mates are jealous of how great her butt looks. :)
• She loves Mexican and Greek food. 
• Her height may be 5’1” but her energy is over 8 feet tall.
• Patients always comment on her Miraculous Medal necklace.
• She’s an avid cajun dancer and loves going out on the boat in the swamp - a true Louisiana girl!