Physical Therapy Designed Around Women's Health
At Athena Wellness and Physical Therapy, we provide specialized physical therapy for women in Alexandria, VA, navigating everything from pregnancy and pelvic health concerns to menopause, cancer treatment, bone health, injuries, and returning to the activities they love.
Whether you’re dealing with pelvic pain that won’t go away, leaking when you exercise, preparing for childbirth, recovering from a mastectomy, struggling with joint pain during menopause, or simply wanting to feel stronger, we’re here to help you understand what’s happening and what you can do about it.
Specialized Women's Health Physical Therapy Services
Cancer Exercise & Wellness
Massage Therapy
Common Doesn't Mean You Have to Live With It.
Women are often told that leaking after childbirth is normal.
That painful intercourse is something they have to accept.
That joint pain is simply part of menopause.
That they'll eventually get used to how their body feels after cancer treatment.
Or that aches and pains are simply part of getting older.
We believe women deserve better answers.
At Athena, we take the time to listen, understand what has changed, and determine what may actually be contributing to your symptoms.
Because your goal shouldn't simply be learning to live around your symptoms.
It should be getting back to living your life.
A Different Kind of Physical Therapy Experience
60-Minute, One-on-One Care
Private Treatment Rooms
Specialized Women's Health Providers
We Look at the Whole Person
Care That Builds Independence
Meet Our Team
Athena was founded by Dr. Sara Acheson after more than a decade in breast cancer rehabilitation, when she saw how often women had to bounce between clinics for pelvic floor, oncology, and orthopedic care. Every physical therapist on our team has advanced pelvic floor training.
- Dr. Sara Acheson, PT, DPT, OCS, CLT-UE (Founder): breast cancer rehabilitation, lymphedema, pelvic health, and orthopedics
- Dr. Kate Hovde, PT, DPT, LMT: pelvic floor, oncology rehabilitation, and massage therapy
- Dr. Stephanie Stahr, PT: pelvic health, orthopedics, and dry needling
- Dr. Patricia McMahon, PhD: OncoStrong personal trainer and breast cancer survivor
Pelvic Floor & Women’s Health Physical Therapy Near You
Old Town Alexandria
Belle Haven
Fort Hunt
Mount Vernon
Huntington
Belle View
Groveton
Frequently Asked Questions
In most cases, no. You can book directly with our physical therapists, and cancer patients don’t need clearance from their oncologist to get started.
Athena is a cash-pay practice. We provide superbills so you can submit for out-of-network reimbursement, and current rates are listed when you book online.
Your initial evaluation is 60 minutes, one-on-one. We’ll talk through your history and goals, take physical measurements, and build a treatment plan together.
