About Pivotal PT & Wellness
A small, privately owned practice built on compassion, expertise, and a deep commitment to individualized care.
Our Story
Pivotal PT & Wellness was founded with a clear vision: to provide compassionate, holistic, trauma-informed physical therapy that empowers patients through education and individualized care. We believe that every person deserves to understand their body and have access to specialized, high-quality physical therapy.
As a small, privately owned practice, we have the freedom to prioritize what matters most—your care. Every session is one-on-one, every treatment plan is individualized, and every patient is treated with the time, attention, and respect they deserve.
We serve women, men, and children across three convenient Louisiana locations: Mandeville, New Orleans, and Ponchatoula. Our team brings decades of combined clinical experience and advanced specialized training to every patient interaction.
Our Vision
To empower women, men, and children through education about their bodies and pelvic health while helping optimize quality of life throughout the lifespan.
Our Values
Compassion
We approach every patient with empathy, warmth, and genuine care for their wellbeing.
Individualization
No two patients are alike. Every treatment plan is tailored to your unique body, goals, and circumstances.
Education
We believe informed patients heal better. We invest time in helping you understand your body and your options.
Collaboration
We work as partners with our patients and coordinate with their broader healthcare teams.
Integrity
We are honest, transparent, and committed to evidence-based practice.
Holistic
We believe in a "whole body" approach to physical therapy to ensure lasting recovery.
What Makes Us Different
Full One-on-One Care
Every session is dedicated entirely to you—no aides, no shared appointments, no rushing through your care.
Decades of Combined Experience
Our team brings extensive clinical experience and advanced post-graduate training in pelvic health, orthopedics, and specialized care.
Trauma-Informed Practice
Your comfort and consent guide every step. We create a safe, respectful environment for all patients.
Holistic Treatment
We treat the whole person—not just the symptom—integrating manual therapy, exercise, education, and lifestyle guidance.
Collaborative Care
We coordinate with your OB, midwife, pediatrician, and other providers to ensure comprehensive, integrated care.
Authentic, Private Practice
As a small, independent practice, we answer to our patients—not to insurance companies or corporate quotas.
Payment & Insurance
Pivotal PT & Wellness is a cash-based practice. We do not bill insurance directly, but we provide detailed superbills that you may submit to your insurance company for potential reimbursement. We accept HSA and FSA cards. Please visit the detailed pages for each service for specific prices, or contact us.