ABOUT
Kayla R Mowdy, PT, DPT, OCS
Doctor of Physical Therapy
Board Certified Orthopaedic Physical Therapist
I am first a Child of God. I am a helper, learner, and I am always looking for my next challenge in life and my career. My adult life has been marked by milestones of becoming a PT first, then a wife, then a mom, and now I own two Physical Therapy clinics, Future Physical Therapy in Foley, AL and Future Family Center Physical Therapy and Wellness in Meridian MS, my hometown.
I built Future Physical Therapy to increase the availability of Pelvic Health services into an area that is not only lacking in availability of these services, but also has little knowledge of what exactly a Pelvic Floor PT does for our patients.
Kimberly Abbott, PT, DPT
Doctor of Physical Therapy
I completed my clinical experience while in school here at Future Physical Therapy. My interest in the pelvic health physical therapy community quickly grew to passion during my time at the clinic. I graduated from the University of South Alabama Doctor of Physical Therapy program in May 2022, and confidently decided I would specialize in pelvic health physical therapy. I live in Pensacola, Florida with my husband, Brandon, and our two cats, Rajah and Bean. We love days spent in downtown Pensacola, exploring a state park, or laying on the beach.
Anna F. Barnes, PT, DPT
Doctor of Physical Therapy
I am originally from Brandon, Mississippi, but recently moved to Baldwin County with my family -- my husband (Logan), who is an Alabama native, our two children, and our big fur-baby (Scout). We love traveling and being outdoors, going camping in our RV, and just spending time together as a family.
I fell in love with physical therapy while I was a student at Ole Miss. I received my DPT from University of Mississippi Medical Center in 2017. Work-life balance has always been a big priority for me, so I have spent a lot of my career in a part-time or PRN setting. This has allowed me to work in many PT settings since graduating, including everything from hospital-based acute care to privately-owned outpatient clinics. I've also been able to work with so many different types of patients and diagnoses, everything from spine specialty, orthopedics (pre- and post-surgical), geriatrics, sports, aquatics, and vocational rehab. I'm so excited to now add Pelvic Health to that list! I'm a big believer in helping my patients heal and grow through education and using the bodies that God has equipped us with to help them achieve that.
Lisa DeChance, PTA
Physical Therapist Assistant
I am originally from Meridian, Mississippi, but moved to lower AL because my husband is from Daphne, AL. We have two dogs, Summer and Benji, as well as a cat named Hazel. We love to travel and check out new restaurants, especially Asian cuisine. I would say I am old at heart because I like going to bed early and love participating in board game nights.
I received my Physical Therapist Assistant degree at Meridian Community College and graduated with the best classmates.
Physical therapy was not something I knew I wanted to do until I began learning about it.
I love how there are various settings to fit everyone and how someone’s life will be impacted no matter which setting you choose.
Leanne White, PTA
Physical Therapist Assistant
I moved from England to the US in 2010 with my husband and two children. We lived in Southwest Missouri through our children graduating high school.
My husband and I first moved to Foley in 2019 where we enjoyed the area’s beautiful beaches and scenery. I joined Future Physical Therapy in 2022 at the start of my PTA career and loved being able to work and learn in an environment where clients felt safe and received life changing care.
We returned to Missouri the following year to support our son through his senior college years and spend time living near our daughter aand her family including our three amazing grandchildren.
Whilst in MO I expanded my PTA knowledge and experience at an orthopaedic outpatient clinic and a skilled nursing/long term care facility. However, now that both children are forging ahead with their own careers and homes, the beach is once again calling for us!
We have returned to Foley and with the most fantastic of timing, I will be back at Future Physical Therapy. I am excited to continue my career and share the benefits of pelvic health with the Baldwin County community.
Danielle Thomas
Office Coordinator
I was born and raised in Mansfield Texas, a small town outside of Forth Worth. I grew up living in the country with a lot of dogs, cats, and my horse named Ace. I became an equestrian competitive rider at an early age and loved every minute of it. I loved going to the barn just to hang out.
Recently, my parents became “empty nesters” and took off to Florida for the sun and beaches, so I thought to myself, I think I will give it a try! Here I am now in Foley, not to far from my favorite Gulf Shores beaches.
I am here with my boyfriend Cameron, and my cats name June (we call her JUJU) and Moonie.
I am excited about being a part of the Future Physical Therapy team as Office Coordinator. I am looking forward to working with the great staff and our wonderful patients.
So “What is Pelvic Health Physical Therapy?”
It is a specialty area in the PT profession where we use our knowledge of the musculoskeletal system to help patients who have abnormalities in the areas of bowel, bladder, sexual, or pelvic floor muscular function. This could be as simple as taking a different approach to chronic low back pain or as complicated as helping someone recover from extensive abdominal or pelvic surgeries, sexual or childbirth trauma, or years of unexplained pain or difficulty with intercourse.
My favorite patient is the new mom. There are just so many things we can work on in that first 2-4 months after giving birth that may be able to prevent years of dysfunction, pain, or difficulty with being active. We can also address all the aches and pains that come up as your body heals and learns it’s new role as a mom (or a mom of 2, 3, 4+ kiddos). Literally wherever you are in this journey, there is probably something we can “work” on together at PT whenever you are ready.
Come see what it is all about!
What People Are Saying
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My pregnancy was much more manageable and comfortable with PT exercises and massage. I continue to experience relief from my symptoms when I perform my prescribed stretches on a regular basis
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— Nurse and 2nd time mom
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It definitely helped me get through the end of my pregnancy with minimal pain.
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— Teacher and 1st time mom
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After years of incontinence and overactive bladder, I was pleased to meet the therapist that could help me….I tried about 5 anticholinergic drugs, none seemed to work….After being taught some exercises I no longer travel with extra clothes!...I can go to lunch with friends. I don’t worry about urine running down my legs.
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— Former patient, Retired Nurse
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I had had two previous surgeries on my lower back and was headed for a third. My doctor was prepared to send me to pain management, which would have meant staying in pain but getting by with pills and procedures for possibly the rest of my life. After completing physical therapy, my pain has completely resolved….Physical therapy saved me from a lifetime of pain, the potential for multiple surgeries down the road, and living my life on pain medication.”
— Former patient, Lawyer
Values:
Holistic care for physical complaints. Physical Therapist and team seek to evaluate and treat the person as an individual and the body as a whole, not just focusing on the single area of complaint that leads to a person seeking Physical Therapy.
Quality through ongoing learning to give each client the best physical and emotional support for where they are now and where they hope to go in the future with regards to movement and function.
Help others improve their understanding of the human body to empower patients after injuries and female clients during pregnancy and after giving birth to have a positive outlook on the strength, power, and resiliency of their body.
Community – Always looking for ways to improve the health of the population in general and the perception of physical therapy services, including providing pro bono or discounted services and community education at times to meet the needs of those around the physical location of the clinic.