Black Lives Matter
I am my people's keeper
The country is currently undergoing civil unrest, as is long overdue, concerning the atrocities against Black lives. Unarmed Black men being murdered by poilice, White women weaponizing Black men, a lynching style murder of a Black man. All of this has been occurring since the inception of this country...only now there is recorded video evidence of it. This country was built on a foundation of racism that has sustained over the centuries and shows itself in every aspect of our society; from the medical, educational and judicial systems, neighborhood redlining, job markets....the list goes on. Some of these racist acts are overt, but many are covert and unrecognized by non-Black people. I strongly suggest doing your own research to learn about systemic racism, institutional racism and implicit bias. Unlearn what this society has taught you about race.
For my People: a resource to help with self care
https://www.self.com/story/black-mental-health-resources
#GeorgeFloyd #BreonnaTaylor #ChristianCooper #AhmaudArbery
Mission Statement
Lauren H Collins Wellness understands that true healing incorporates healing the many dimensions of dysfunction. I strive to provide holistic physical therapy services; addressing body, mind, and spirituality into treatment sessions. Our therapist has specialized training in various evidence based hands on manual therapy treatments but also incorporates energy work and intuitive healing practices. We believe in providing trauma informed services and treat and create safe spaces for all people of all races and genders.
Services
- Craniosacral Therapy
- Visceral Manipulation
- Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy
- Lymphedema Therapy
Dr. Lauren provides in home and telehealth physical therapy services. Services are provided in the Washington, DC and immediate metro Maryland regions. The duration of In home treatment sessions are 55 min. Teleheath sessions may last from 15 min to 60 min with rates according to length of time of session.
Initial evaluations will include a thorough verbal interview to understand your individual circumstances. After the interview, a comprehensive physical assessment on a holistic level will be performed; assessing the full body. Follow-up visits will work to progress you towards the goals you and your therapist set for yourself by means of physical treatment, education, activity modification and exercise. You will be given a home program to continue for your progress.
Appointments can be booked by contacting Dr. Collins at vitalselfpt@gmail.com.
Please see the link below for YouTube videos about pelvic health.
Working with survivors of sexual asssult and domestic violence
According to Black Women’s Blueprint, “The Truth Commission on Black Women and Sexual Violence” 2012, 40-60% of Black women report subjection to sexual coercion by 18 years old. (See the link for more facts.) A history of childhood sexual abuse can be a catalyst for many adult ailments.
According to RAINN, every 98 seconds a person is sexually assaulted. Those traumatized by sexual assault can develop chronic pain issues as well as the many other issues that may afflict a survivor. Communities of color are disproportionately affected by sexual assault and are underserved. We have also revived the non-profit Vital Self Healing, Inc. to provide services and education for survivors in underserved communities. Thank you for your generosity.
The Felt Vulva Project was created by Lauren H. Collins PT, DPT, CLT to give survivors of sexual and domestic trauma a way to reconnect with their bodies in a positive way. These women beautifully expressed their love for themselves through The Felt Vulva Project. We celebrate these women and their healin
We acknowledge the repulsive history of discrimination that there has been against the LGBTQIA+ community. At Lauren H Collins Wellness we stand with and support you! You have a safe space here.