THE MISSION

Creating mobility so you can enjoy life at any age.

Everyone deserves the opportunity to move with purpose - especially as we age

Alpen Integrative Wellness blends the science of physical therapy with the awareness of yoga for confident movement

Here to guide you every step of the way!

Through your custom physioyoga program, the aim is to show you just how important yoga can be for your body—and how deeply capable you are of tuning in, understanding, and meeting your body’s needs as they arise.

meet your instructor

ELLIE JO

I was born and raised in the Louisiana Delta, where the values of community and strong relationships shaped the foundation for how I approach both life and health. That path led me to earn a Bachelor of Arts in Natural and Theoretical Sciences from Samford University in 1997 and a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Belmont University in 2002. My desire to support whole-person health inspired me to pursue training in integrative wellness, earning a Health Coaching Certification from Duke Integrative Medicine and becoming nationally board-certified through the National Board of Medical Examiners in 2020.

My professional journey has shown me that the most powerful path to long-term mobility comes from blending the science of physical therapy with the wisdom of yoga. I believe everyone can have a yoga practice that fits his or her unique body and needs, a practice that supports strength, ease, and freedom of movement at any stage of life.

Outside of my work you’ll often find me exploring the outdoors, reading, painting, or spending time with my three children and husband. These passions fuel both my creativity and my commitment to helping others live with vitality and balance.

WHAT SETS US APART

  • 01 / Science Meets Mind-Body

    Combining the clinical knowledge of a doctorate-trained physical therapist with the holistic benefits of yoga ensures movements are not only safe and therapeutic, but also calming, restorative, and sustainable for long-term mobility.

  • 02/ Customized Programs

    Programs are tailored to each person’s unique body, history, and goals. Every session is adapted to meet you where you are.

  • 03/ Whole Person Wellness

    Rather than just addressing pain or improving flexibility, we help people build strength, balance, confidence, and resilience—supporting both physical health and overall well-being.

a little more about me

    • E-RYT 200, Yoga Alliance

    • Board Certified Physical Therapist, 2002 - present

    • National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC)

    • Thai Yoga Massage Level 1 & 2 certification

    • Member, International Association of Yoga Therapists

    • Balanced Body Level 1 Reformer and Mat Pilates Certifications

  • “Median and Ulnar Neuropathies in University Cellists”, Medical Problems of Performing Artists, 2005

    “Integrating Spinal Fitness and Wellness Through Yoga”, guest lecture, Samford University School of Physical Therapy

  • Why We Sleep, Matthew Walker

    Outlive, Peter Attia, MD

    The Body Keeps the Score, Bessel van der Kolk

    Befriending Your Nervous System, Deborah Dana

    The War of Art, Steven Pressfield

HERE’S HOW WE CAN WORK TOGETHER

Physioyoga
Wellness Library
Wellness Planning