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Sarah Whiteside PT, DPT, CIYT
Physical Therapist, Owner
is a NY State licensed Physical Therapist, with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from SUNY Downstate Medical Center. Sarah has over 10 years experience focused on orthopedic and manual therapy.
She has received advanced training in manual therapy from the Institute of Physical Arts (IPA) and is working towards advanced certification as a Certified Functional Manual Therapist (CFMT). She continues her professional education in movement reeducation and manual therapy through the Postural Restoration Institute (PRI), Maitland joint mobilization techniques, Myofascial Release, A.R.T. (Active Release Technique), peripheral nerve mobilization, pelvic floor physical therapy and many other courses. She is also trained in BASI Pilates.
Sarah is a Certified Iyengar Yoga Instructor (CIYT) and has been teaching yoga since 1995. She earned her B.A. from University of Wisconsin-Madison, where she started her journey in the practice of yoga almost 30 years ago. She got her start teaching at Methodist Hospital in Park Slope where she worked in their Yoga and Art Therapy program for 2 years. Her yoga expertise informs and enhances her ability to help physical therapy patients gain the strength, balance, flexibility, and awareness that are central to lifelong activity and well-being, beyond recovering from injury.
Sarah was inspired to become a physical therapist through working with her yoga students, as well as through many sports played over the years (lacrosse, field hockey, tennis, skiing, mountain biking).
Sarah loves biking and cross country skiing in Prospect Park. Sarah has lived in Windsor Terrace/Park Slope for over 25 years and is grateful to be able to serve this community.
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Jenny Maher PT, DPT
Physical Therapist
is a New York State licensed Physical Therapist with a Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Ithaca College. With over three years of experience in orthopedic physical therapy, she has found her passion in helping patients recover and thrive.
Jenny is devoted to teaching her patients how movement can aid in recovery, restore function, and enhance quality of life. She believes in the importance of connecting with each patient and providing individualized care to address their unique needs. Certified as a Rock Steady Boxing coach, she has extensive experience working with individuals with Parkinson’s disease, providing tailored and compassionate care. Jenny strives to expand her expertise in manual therapy to better support her patients' diverse needs.
Originally from Clinton, NJ, Jenny grew up playing volleyball and lacrosse. Outside of the clinic, Jenny enjoys spending time in Prospect Park, going to the movies, and exploring art museums.