Ann Hodel, MSPT
A physical therapist since 1995, Ann founded Bodywise Physical Therapy in 1997. She has always gravitated to the manual aspect of orthopedic physical therapy, continually furthering her education in this field. With this directed, problem-solving, hands-on approach, Ann is able to bring even the most severely injured, multi-trauma patients back to health and wellness. Using a combination of posture/body mechanics training, directed soft tissue and joint mobilization, and the integration of functional, customized exercise, Ann works to educate and empower patients to take charge of their health. She is especially interested in rehabilitation of the spine — both neck and low back injuries — as well as in high level fitness training for motivated clients.
Ann has taken her innovative approach into the corporate setting. She develops onsite programs for businesses, delivering informational presentations and providing cost-effective physical therapy services for companies.
Ann holds a BS in Biology from the University of Colorado, Boulder, and a Master of Science in Physical Therapy from the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center. Originally from Marin County, California, Ann came to Aspen to ski race as a Junior Olympian. Winning a spot on the CU ski team brought her to Boulder where she has lived for over 20 years. Ann continues to love any activity on snow — especially Alpine and Nordic skiing — mountain biking, scuba diving, surfing, film and off-the-beaten-path travel.
Bridget Myers, DPT
Bridget Myers graduated with a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from Regis University in 2007. She has a strong desire to help people rebound from physical limitations and meet their goals, whatever they may be. Since receiving her Physical Therapy degree, Bridget has practiced in a multitude of settings including outpatient orthopedic, neurological, vestibular, geriatric, aquatic and sports medicine with an emphasis on orthopedic rehabilitation.
She is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), and is active in the orthopedic and oncological special sections. She also currently serves as Director-at-Large for the Colorado chapter of the APTA.
A California native, Bridget moved to Colorado to attend graduate school. She has lived in Boulder since 2007 and greatly enjoys hiking, biking, snow-shoeing, running, writing, and hanging out with friends and family, including husband Dave and their two cats and a dog. Bridget recently completed her first half-marathon and also rode in the MS-150, an annual fundraiser for Multiple Sclerosis.
Karen Blair, PTA, ACSM-CFT
A Nevada native, Karen moved to Colorado in 1983. She has been involved in the fitness industry since 1985 and took the first national certification test for fitness instructors in 1986.
Karen provides a full range of physical therapy services, but is especially skilled in combining therapeutic exercise with manual therapy and teaching patients how to hasten their recovery with a diligent and diverse home exercise program. With this approach she excels in rehabilitating patients with headaches, postural problems, and cervical and lumbosacral dysfunction.
Prior to pursuing the field of physical therapy, Karen coached Special Olympics for 15 years. It was here that she developed her interest in body movement and learned the benefit of specific neuromuscular re-education to help her disabled and sometimes injured athletes.
Karen was certified as a PTA by Denver Technical College in 2001. She is also certified by the ACSM as a fitness trainer and by the National Coaching Association as a coach. She continues to expand her skills through continuing education in manual therapy and Pilates based techniques and intends to pursue certification in craniosacral therapy. Karen and her husband live with their blended family of seven daughters on a farm in Erie.
Cassie Stonecash, CMT
Cassie Stonecash is a native of Syracuse, New York and received her B.A. in Communications from Canisius College in Buffalo, New York. Soon after graduation, Cassie moved to Boulder to pursue her degree in massage therapy. She studied at the Denver School of Massage Therapy, completing her degree in December, 2007.
Cassie is an enthusiastic therapist who is passionate about body work and exploring the process of healing through natural methods. When addressing injuries, Cassie strives to incorporate a whole body connection while providing physical and mental relaxation. She is a member of the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA).
Cynthia Bakke, LMT
Originally from Wisconsin, Cynthia came to Colorado in 1991. She graduated from The Cortiva Institute in December 2006-a 884-hour Massage Therapy Certification Program- followed by Cortiva’s Maternity & Infant Specialist Program in 2007.
Cynthia is committed to assisting her clients with their health and wellness through her therapeutic bodywork and education. She utilizes neuromuscular techniques, Trigger Point Therapy, Myofascial Release, passive & assisted stretching, and breath-work. She ensures a relaxing environment with complete body connectedness in all of her sessions. Her areas of interest for continuing education include structural integration and pilates-movement education. She is a member of the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA).
Cynthia has served intermittently as the Town Clerk of Ward for almost 5 years and enjoys being a part of the power of community. Her passions include: hiking, snowshoeing, permaculture gardening, baking, and sustainable living.
April Chamberlain, CMT
April’s fascination with the human body evolved over several years of personal yoga practice. She developed a passion for bodywork that eventually led her to study massage and craniosacral therapies. She completed the 1000-hour program at the Boulder College of Massage Therapy in December 2008, where she received in-depth instruction in a variety of massage techniques, including Neuromuscular/Deep Tissue, Orthopedic and Sports, Prenatal and Swedish Massages, as well as Zen Shiatsu.
April is also a graduate of the Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy program at the Colorado School of Energy Studies where she expanded and deepened her education on working with trauma in the body.
April tailors each session to meet the unique needs of her clients, and blends a variety of techniques into her massage, such as Trigger Point Therapy and Myofascial Release, along with a caring, intuitive touch to help aid relaxation. She has successfully helped people recover from acute injuries and significantly reduce chronic pain.
April is originally from Louisiana and moved to Colorado in the spring of 2000. She enjoys hiking and playing with her dogs, quiet time in nature, cooking and sharing delicious and nourishing food, and connecting with friends and family.
Kelly Bassett
Kelly moved to Colorado in 2006 after attending Arizona State University where she studied Communications. She states once landing in Boulder, she has never looked back! She takes full advantage of the Boulder lifestyle enjoying the outdoors by running, hiking, and cross-country skiing, and shares a home with her fiancé and dog.
Professionally, Kelly’s backround has primarily been working in small businesses where she performed a variety of skills in the fields of marketing, sales and administration. Kelly has always been drawn to the healthcare field and plans to pursue a program in Massage Therapy.
At Bodywise, she “runs the show”, spearheading all administrative aspects of the business: scheduling, verification of insurance benefits, and all patient and billing correspondence. She brings a combination of professionalism, compassion and a vivacious energy and is an integral part of our healing team.
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