Meet Our Expert Team
Highly trained doctors of physical therapy dedicated to your recovery and wellness
Expertise You Can Trust
Our team brings together years of specialized training in pelvic health, women's wellness, and comprehensive physical therapy. Every therapist is a licensed doctor of physical therapy committed to providing exceptional, individualized care.
Chelsea Waldkirch, PT, DPT, PRPC is a physical therapist and owner of Renew Physical Therapy. She founded Renew PT in 2021 with the goal of providing excellent, accessible, one-on-one care to her community. Chelsea specializes in pelvic health physical therapy. She has lived in Northwest Arkansas since 2015. She loves getting to know her patients and helping them meet their goals.
Treatment Philosophy
"I believe in providing excellent, accessible, one-on-one care to help patients meet their goals and live their fullest lives."
Specializations
Education
- Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) - University of Kentucky
- Bachelor of Science in Psychology - Eastern Kentucky University
Certifications
- Pelvic Rehabilitation Practitioner Certification (PRPC)
- Herman & Wallace Pelvic Rehabilitation Institute
- Licensed Physical Therapist - Arkansas
Chelsea has lived in Northwest Arkansas since 2015 and loves getting to know her patients. In 2023, she earned the distinction of certified pelvic rehabilitation practitioner (PRPC), with less than 15 PRPCs currently in the state of Arkansas.
Alaina Dunning, PT, DPT, earned her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Alaina was born and raised in Appleton, Wisconsin. After graduation, she began working in Chicago treating both the pelvic and orthopedic populations in an outpatient specialty clinic. She and her husband then moved to NWA in 2022. She has completed advanced coursework through Herman & Wallace Pelvic Rehabilitation Institute for pelvic floor physical therapy.
Treatment Philosophy
"I strive to make a difference in the lives of individuals with pelvic floor dysfunction through individualized, holistic care."
Specializations
Education
- Doctorate of Physical Therapy - Marquette University, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Certifications
- Licensed Physical Therapist - Arkansas
- Advanced coursework - Herman & Wallace Pelvic Rehabilitation Institute
Born and raised in Appleton, Wisconsin. In her free time, Alaina enjoys traveling, finishing a good puzzle, and spending time with her friends and family. She works with therapy dog Tilly, who follows her everywhere.
Amber Barker, PT, DPT, graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Allied Health from Evangel University, and achieved her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of Central Arkansas. She received advanced training from the APTA Academy of Pelvic Health and is passionate about cultivating a safe environment for patients from all walks of life to understand and rehabilitate their pelvic conditions.
Treatment Philosophy
"I am passionate about cultivating a safe environment for patients from all walks of life to understand and rehabilitate their pelvic conditions."
Specializations
Education
- Doctorate of Physical Therapy - University of Central Arkansas
- Bachelor of Science in Allied Health - Evangel University
Certifications
- Licensed Physical Therapist - Arkansas
- Advanced training - APTA Academy of Pelvic Health
Amber is a Northwest Arkansas native that grew up playing soccer across the state. In her spare time, you'll find Amber painting, gardening, calling the Hogs with her husband, or snuggling her golden retriever, Tormund.
Molly Parsons graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Education from the University of Arkansas in 2012 and with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT) from Harding University in 2016. She and her husband moved back to NWA in 2016 where she began her career as a pediatric therapist. Over the next few years, she developed close relationships with her patients' families and within her community. It was through these relationships that she realized the women in her life represented a population in the community that had questions about their health and nowhere to turn. This awareness prompted professional growth into the field of Pelvic Health PT. In 2021 she began specializing in pelvic health PT and now enjoys advocating for her patients by empowering them to live their fullest and healthiest lives.
Treatment Philosophy
"I enjoy advocating for my patients by empowering them to live their fullest and healthiest lives."
Specializations
Education
- Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT) - Harding University (2016)
- Bachelor of Science in Education - University of Arkansas (2012)
Certifications
- Licensed Physical Therapist - Arkansas
- Pelvic Health Physical Therapy Specialized Training
- Bachelor of Science in Education from the University of Arkansas in 2012
Started as a pediatric therapist in 2016 and transitioned to pelvic health PT in 2021 after recognizing the need in her community.
Erin received her bachelors degree in Biology from George Mason University in 2004. She later received a Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Boston University in 2007. After graduation, Erin began working in the Washington D.C area at a hospital based outpatient clinic treating a variety of patients with orthopedic and neurological conditions. While there, she and another colleague began to see a need for pelvic floor physical therapy services and decided to start a program to serve the needs of their community. After several years of building the program, Erin moved to Austin, TX where she worked exclusively at a specialty clinic serving both men and women with pelvic floor dysfunction and served as the lead physical therapist. She then moved to Northwest Arkansas in 2012.
Treatment Philosophy
"I want to continue to help guide and support women during pregnancy and postpartum and any individual with pelvic floor dysfunction."
Specializations
Education
- Doctorate of Physical Therapy - Boston University (2007)
- Bachelor's degree in Biology - George Mason University (2004)
Certifications
- Licensed Physical Therapist - Arkansas
- Extensive training - Herman and Wallace Pelvic Rehabilitation Institute
- Certified Pregnancy and Postpartum Corrective Exercise Specialist
After the birth of her two children and experiencing pelvic floor dysfunction herself, Erin knew she wanted to help more women. She lives in Bentonville with her family and loves to ride her bike and hike on the amazing trails of NWA, sip coffee with her friends, and read lots of autobiographies!
Originally from Houston, Amberly recently relocated to Northwest Arkansas. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from Texas A&M University and completed her Doctor of Physical Therapy at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston. Amberly is passionate about providing comprehensive education and support to help patients navigate and overcome pelvic floor dysfunction. Her goal is to create an encouraging environment that empowers patients to achieve their wellness goals.
Treatment Philosophy
"I am passionate about providing comprehensive education and support to help patients navigate and overcome pelvic floor dysfunction. My goal is to create an encouraging environment that empowers patients to achieve their wellness goals."
Specializations
Education
- Doctor of Physical Therapy - University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston
- Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology - Texas A&M University
Certifications
- Licensed Physical Therapist - Arkansas
- Pelvic Health Physical Therapy Training
Originally from Houston and recently relocated to Northwest Arkansas. Outside the clinic, Amberly enjoys trying new recipes, exploring the outdoors with her dogs, Teddy and Ryder, and cheering on her favorite football teams.
Michele specializes in insurance verification and prior certification for services. She moved to NWA in 2019 to be closer to her grandkids. Fun Fact: She is also our owner Chelsea's mom!
Treatment Philosophy
"I'm dedicated to helping patients navigate their insurance benefits and ensuring they can access the care they need."
Specializations
Education
Certifications
Michele moved to Northwest Arkansas in 2019 to be closer to her grandkids. Fun fact: She is Chelsea's mom!
An Arkansas native, Neka delights in the vibrant growth of our local towns. When she's not working, she can be found enjoying time with her kids, swimming, attending concerts, or diving into board games. Her commitment to helping others and contributing to the community is at the heart of everything she does.
Treatment Philosophy
"My commitment to helping others and contributing to the community is at the heart of everything I do."
Specializations
Education
Certifications
An Arkansas native who delights in the vibrant growth of our local towns. When she's not working, she can be found enjoying time with her kids, swimming, attending concerts, or diving into board games.
Otillia 'Tilly' Dunning is our therapy dog (in training). She began her career in early 2023 here in NWA following completion of her initial training at Ozark Canine Academy. This rescued pup has a heart of gold and the napping capacity of a hibernating bear. Tilly loves everyone from babies to older adults and always appreciates a nice belly rub.
Treatment Philosophy
"My mission is to calm fears and bring a smile to everyone's face!"
Specializations
Education
- Initial Training - Ozark Canine Academy
Certifications
- Therapy Dog (In Training)
She works as a team with our physical therapist, Alaina, so anywhere you see Alaina, you'll likely see her little shadow following. She can also be found participating in exercises, especially her favorite stretch, 'downward dog'. Her favorite activities include napping, napping, and more napping.
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