I am a Doctor of Physical Therapy with a specialization in Pelvic Health Physical Therapy who is passionate about empowering patients to understand their bodies and live healthier, movement-rich lives. I put listening at the core of my role as a physical therapist and listen to patients’ full stories because knowing the big picture lets me treat your whole person. I recognize that your prior experiences impact your movement patterns and life. I use a trauma-informed lens, experience, current research, and an understanding of my patients to craft personalized treatment plans. I continue to dig deeper, looking for the source of your symptoms, often finding movement patterns, connective tissue restriction, or muscle imbalance that contributes to movement dysfunction. I educate my patients on their anatomy, condition, and treatment, allowing us to reach goals together.

Embarking on a rehabilitation journey is an important first step to improving your life, your health, and movement system. We often come to physical therapy, especially pelvic physical therapy, unsure of what to expect. You can expect that: 1) You are the boss. 2) I am your steward on your rehabilitation journey. 3) Me to encourage you to be your best self. 4) If you are coming for pelvic PT, we will decide together if an internal (vaginal or rectal) exam is indicated for you.

About Me

Originally from Massachusetts, I migrated to the big trees, water, and mountains of Washington 20+ years ago. My first exposure to physical therapy was following an Ultimate Frisbee injury and with the help of my amazing physical therapist returned to Ultimate more fit and with more knowledge of how to stay safe on the field. After several years of consideration, I decided that a career change to physical therapy would allow me to combine my love of people, movement, health, and one-on-one education. My and my husband’s home life revolves around our two young children. We all enjoy trips to the farmer’s market, cooking, cycling on a cargo bike, gardening, camping, dance, playground trips (Yes, she is that mom on the monkey bars!), walking our rescue dog Penny and learning more about fairies, dinosaurs, and trucks. When I have adult time, I enjoy surfing in PNW waters, multi-day bike rides, rock shows, and cooking complicated meals. I dream of raising my children to be kind, cycling over the Alps, and surfing in Alaska.

Education

Oberlin College Bachelor of Arts in History and Theater
Eastern Washington University Doctorate of Physical Therapy

Clinical Specialties

Clinical Specialties
- Pelvic health rehabilitation for all genders including treatment for pelvic dysfunction related to:
  - Endometriosis & painful periods
  - Vulvodynia & vestibulitis
  - Dyspareunia
  - Pregnancy & childbirth recovery
  - Prostatitis
  - Incontinence of all types
  - Pelvic pain
  - Pelvic joints (sacroiliac, pubic symphysis, tailbone (coccyx)
  - Hip joints and lumbar spine
  - Overactive bladder/ chronic bladder pain
- General orthopedic physical therapy
- Post-surgical care
- Proving trauma-informed care
- Fascial mobilization techniques for joints and soft tissue including cupping and gua sha
- Visceral mobilization
- Postural Restoration theory
- Movement Systems Impairment Syndromes theory
- Chronic pain & pain management

Pricing

Do you take insurance?

Julianne is an out of network provider for all insurances except Medicare. This means that you are in control of your care and not your insurance company. We can spend our time on care and not on justifying our need to continue to your insurance company.

What does out of network mean?

I do not bill insurance (except Medicare) and many insurance policies offer out of network benefits. This means you may be able to submit the superbill I provide to your insurance company for reimbursement. I recommend that you check your out of network benefits if you are planning on using them.

See our Out of Network Worksheet for a list of questions to ask your insurance company when you call to check your out of network benefits.

How much does a visit cost?

I charge $200/ session for physical therapy and $175 for wellness and fitness coaching. While I appreciate paying my full fee, I also offer sliding scale pricing and won’t turn you away if you can’t afford to pay.

Do you offer any discounts?

I offer two discount packages:

8 Pack Physical Therapy - save $15/ session
4 Pack Physical Therapy - save $10 per session

Each package is good for 12 months from the date of purchase.

How many visits will it take to feel better?

While it is hard to predict how long change will take, if you aren't feeling any differently after 4-6 visits, we need to re-tool what we are doing! I prefer to see my patients every 1-3 weeks, so that 4-6 visits will be spread over 1-2 months.

Do you offer telehealth?

Absolutely! We use a HIPAA secure platform and charge the same rate as an in-person visit.

Testimonials

I LOVE my PT, Julianne. She has been fantastic at supporting me through my pregnancy and providing guidance on tools to help with the various pains and aches that I have been experiencing. She is not only knowledgeable about PT but also caring and empathetic, I look forward to our sessions together.
-JS

Julianne Simpson is amazing!! She’s extremely knowledgeable and kind, and works with you to come up with a plan that’s doable for you. I always leave my appointments feeling ten times better.
-SJ

I've been treated by Julianne Simpson for a few months following a car accident. She is very knowledgeable and helpful. I've experienced significant reduction in my neck and shoulder symptoms since I've been working with her and expect the improvement will continue. She's a good listener and a joy to team with in my recovery.
-KW