Dr. Paige Gillis, Physical Therapist

Paige and I talk about her personal experience with anxiety and panic attacks and how these personal factors help her to relate with patients on a daily basis. We talk about the first steps YOU should take if you are experiencing symptoms of anxiety/depression too. 

"My journey started sophomore year of college. I was in an unhealthy relationship at the time and found myself constantly worrying about the “what-if’s”. I would replay irrational situations over and over again in my mind to the point where it almost became an obsession. After a few years, I went away to PT school and found myself experiencing my first panic attack. It took a while to find the right-fit counselor for me; however, with the help of medication (I was deathly afraid of taking any type of medication in fear it would “change me”), counseling and a lot of self love - I have been better than ever. Now that my anxiety doesn’t control my life, I can honestly say I’m glad it happened. It has made me who I am today, led me to an amazing husband and helps me touch peoples lives every single day. It’s amazing how many people are experiencing the exact same thing - but are too afraid to talk. I KNOW we can change that!"

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Disclaimer: I am a Physical Therapist and Wellness Coach. I specialize in guiding women to freedom from anxiety with a mind-body approach. I utilize my education as a Physical Therapist to give you an understanding of your body to assist your body in promoting a healthy and well environment. I provide tools for relief to women who choose to manage anxiety without medication, who have encountered a negative experience with medication, or who found no benefit from medication, and are left searching for answers.  My degree as a Physical Therapist does not make me a Medical Doctor, Psychiatrist, Mental Health Therapist/Counselor, or Psychologist. I can not and will not: diagnose your illness or condition, provide talk therapy or counseling, prescribe medication, or discuss or alter your medication regimen (including discontinuation of any medication). I will advise you seek care from your primary care doctor or a mental health professional if I recognize this as an essential component to your well-being -AND/OR- your situation is not appropriate for my program.

Please seek individual consultation with a qualified healthcare provider for medical advice and answers to personal health questions.