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Joan Clarahan, PT
Joan’s expertise in movement therapy is a culmination of her athletic, artistic and medical training. She holds a BFA in Dance, a BS in Physical Therapy and is a Certified Feldenkrais® Practitioner. Joan is committed to a holistic approach to Health and Wellness which she accomplishes by integrating The Feldenkrais® Method into her practice as a Physical Therapist.
Joan began her college studies in the pre-med tract but realized she wanted a more physically active career and began to study dance at the University of Michigan. New York City was the place to follow her dreams of a dance career where she performed, choreographed, and taught dance for 8 years. Injury introduced her next career, physical therapy.
With expanding interests in health and wellness, Joan continued her studies in Physical Therapy, Tai Chi, Feldenkrais®, Continuum, Meditation and Esoteric Healing. Her teaching credits include Interlochen National Music camp, Glasboro State College, The Detroit Symphony Orchestra, The International Harp Annual Conference, The University of Michigan Dance Department and The Rehabilitation Institute of Michigan (RIM) where Joan has been on staff for 13 years. At RIM, Joan applied Feldenkrais® principles to orthopedic and neurologic injuries and chronic pain conditions. She taught professional and community education programs, as well. Joan is known for her gentleness and patience as a teacher. Her knowledge and experience generate trust from her clients.
I am very excited to join the team at Inspired Wellness. We have a common vision of health with varied complementary approaches to assist people in maximizing their health and joy in life.
Joan’s home is her sanctuary where she enjoys a life full of love and natural beauty with her husband.
