Empowering Growth Through Connection, Movement, and Nervous System Resilience-one person, team, and community at a time.
We believe everyone deserves to feel safe, connected, and engaged in activities they enjoy, love, and need to do (occupations). To support this, we provide a variety of tools and experiences, such as myofascial release, Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP), Yoga, Somatic coaching, strength training, and movement practices that help regulate the nervous system and build resilience for increased participation in everyday activities for children, adults, and businesses. Our inclusive, strengths-based, and neurodiverse approach supports emotional and physical growth for families and communities throughout different stages of life, whether recovering from health challenges or navigating transitions into adulthood or in motherhood, menopause, and other life stages.
Alignment Through Awareness, Creativity, and Connection
We believe that alignment isn’t about changing who you are—it’s about recognizing your potential and adapting to change in ways that enhance your engagement and participation in everyday life. Through greater awareness of your body and its patterns, you can begin to reconnect with how you move, feel, and function.
Fascial restrictions, tightness, or limitations within the body’s connective tissue system can interfere with this natural alignment, often contributing to discomfort, reduced mobility, and a sense of disconnection within the body. By gently releasing these restrictions, JFB Myofascial Release (MFR) supports the body’s ability to realign, creating space for improved movement, increased body awareness, and a deeper sense of connection.
With over 35 years of experience, we are a holistic occupational therapy practice committed to supporting both neurotypical and neurodiverse individuals. Occupational therapy complements this process by addressing the whole person. With a holistic understanding of all body systems, therapists help translate these physical changes into meaningful improvements in daily life.
The John F. Barnes (JFB) approach to Myofascial Release uses sustained, hands-on techniques to support both physical and emotional well-being. Research suggests that myofascial release may help reduce pain, improve mobility, and enhance overall function, allowing individuals to engage more fully in the activities that matter most (Ajimsha et al., 2023).
Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP)
How can a Unyte SSP help a family member or me?
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Mindfulness in the Classroom
“I have a better understanding of how to use the mindfulness tools provided to me, as an educator, and my students by Heidi. My students are better equipped with life skills now and in the future. They now have their tools, and it’s been amazing to witness their newfound self-awareness. They recognize the physical symptoms that happen inside their bodies, and they know that their brains need those tools and strategies to calm down. “
Heather, 4th grade teacher
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Virtual Meditation & Sensory Alignment Facilitation
“The sound meditation was very comfortable and soothing. It provided much needed release of stress from my day-to-day life. It decreased my head pressure and relieved my sinus issues. I immediately felt my sinuses drain and felt relaxed and calm by the end of the guided meditation and sound journey.”
Colleen, virtual client
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Myofascial Release (MFR)
Heidi is a highly skilled myofascial release therapist whose holistic philosophy focuses on ‘mind and body’ techniques and methods. Her holistic approach uses aromatherapy, sound, and MFR to help release physical and mental tension and stress throughout the body and induce a state of relaxation. Her techniques have substantially improved my daily energy levels, demeanor, and mood.
Jean, long-time client and cherished friend
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Community Wellness and Education
Heidi is a prolific educator, author, podcaster, and consultant. Her work is a powerful reminder of how occupational therapy can be both healing and empowering when infused with compassion, creativity, and insight.
Heidi’s programs connect learning with artistic expression to align with Common Core Standards and foster inclusive, reflective learning environments.
Heidi brings energy, authenticity, and innovation. She fosters growth, resilience, and joy, guiding each person on a journey toward deeper self-awareness and fulfillment.
Tara Collins, colleague and fieldwork educator for Touro University
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Wellness in the Workplace
I want to highlight how concrete my fieldwork experience in mental health with you was as a new clinician. Occupational therapists make fantastic leaders; they can consider multiple bidirectional contexts and properly assess how and where to apply force to promote change toward wellness. Thank you so much for facilitating an amazing experience, and I have no doubt that the information and experience you openly shared will continue to manifest growth, learning, and professional development. - Josh F., clinician and former fieldwork student
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Community Women's Health Groups. ( Mommy & Me Yoga CM Library)
Align OT supports women’s health and wellbeing by providing community, individual, and group sessions such as mommy & Me Yoga, Pre-Postnatal Coaching, and Women’s Fitness.
“ It is nice to have the opportunity to get out and connect with other mothers, exercise, and learn more about how to connect with our child through a playful and informative yoga group.” Library Patron
I use an OT lens to address the functional, emotional, and environmental factors that influence women’s well‑being.
This may include:
Pain and fatigue management
Functional movement assessments
Support for daily roles and routines
Strategies for navigating life transitions
Personalized wellness planning
My goal is to help you participate fully and joyfully in the activities that matter most to you.
Service Menu & Pricing
I offer individualized, evidence‑based services designed to support women through every stage of life. Each session blends my background as a Doctor of Occupational Therapy with my specialized training in women’s fitness, health promotion, and pre/postnatal coaching.
Individual Wellness Sessions, including Pre-Postnatal and Pre-Post Menopause Fitness
$140 — 60 minutes
I help expecting mothers and women stay strong, mobile, and confident throughout pregnancy and different life stages. Sessions include specific movement guidance, pelvic‑floor‑aware exercise, breathwork, and functional preparation for everyday demands and challenges for labor and postpartum, and menopause.
Package Options:
3‑Session Prenatal Package — $390
6‑Session Prenatal Package — $750
Postpartum Recovery & Return to Movement
$150 — 60 minutes
Postpartum is a profound transition, and your body deserves thoughtful, evidence‑based support as it heals and adapts. I help women rebuild strength, restore core and pelvic floor function, and reconnect with movement in a way that feels safe, sustainable, and empowering.
Each session is tailored to your unique recovery timeline and daily demands. I blend my background as a Doctor of Occupational Therapy with my training in women’s fitness and pre/postnatal coaching to guide you through:
Core and pelvic floor development
Strategies for diastasis recti and posture changes
Safe progression back into exercise and strength training
Functional movement for lifting, carrying, and caring for your baby
Support for fatigue, overwhelm, and routine changes
My goal is to help you feel strong, capable, and confident in your body again — without pressure, comparison, or unrealistic expectations.
Community Program Development & Consulting
Starting at $200/hour
I partner with organizations, gyms, maternal health groups, and community programs to design evidence‑based initiatives that support women’s wellness at scale. Pricing varies based on project scope.
Virtual Sessions
Available for all services unless otherwise noted.
$10 off per session for virtual appointments.
A short call to discuss your goals, ask questions, and determine the best fit for your needs.