About Kathleen Stross:
Your Guide to Holistic Healing and Wellness
Welcome! I’m Kathleen Stross—a Life Coach, Physical Therapist, Functional Medicine Physiotherapist, Holistic Health and Wellness Practitioner, and Certified Health Coach. With over 35 years of experience, I have dedicated my career to helping individuals reclaim their health, confidence, and vitality. I specialize in treating a variety of conditions, from chronic pain and vestibular disorders to neurological conditions and post-trauma recovery. But more importantly, I am here to guide you on your journey to feeling good again—using the tools you already have within you.
I am passionate about working with diverse individuals—from professional athletes to trauma survivors—helping them unlock their potential and live their best lives. I’ve been called a “miracle worker,” but I believe that every patient teaches me something new. To me, each person is not just a number, but a unique individual. My patients quickly become partners in their recovery journey, and many become lifelong friends. Together, we’ll explore not just what you can do, but who you can be.
Areas of Specialization:
Vestibular Rehabilitation:
As the first vestibular rehabilitation therapist in my region, I have established myself as the leading expert in treating dizziness, vertigo, and balance disorders. My personalized approach integrates body awareness with postural control, using the latest techniques in particle repositioning procedures for conditions like Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV).
Neurological Physical Therapy:
My background in neurological PT attracts patients with various neurological conditions, including mild to moderate brain injury, post-concussion syndrome, MS, Parkinson’s, post-brain tumor, stroke, and other diseases affecting balance and gait.
Holistic Health Coaching:
As a Certified Health Coach, I integrate a holistic approach, focusing on wellness, performance enhancement, and leadership development. My methods combine functional medicine principles with physical therapy, offering a comprehensive treatment plan that addresses both the root causes and symptoms of health issues.
Eidetic Imagery:
My training in Eidetic Imagery allows me to enhance the effects of therapy by engaging patients with meaningful images, especially beneficial for trauma recovery and chronic illness management.
Education and Credentials:
- BS in Physical Therapy from University of Texas, Southwestern (1989)
- MS in Advanced Physical Therapy from Texas Woman’s University (1995), Phi Kappa Phi
- Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Texas Tech Health Science Center (2019), Phi Kappa Phi
- Certified Health Coach (CHC) from the National Society of Health Coaches (2017)
- Approved Provider of Continuing Education from The National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB)
Honors and Awards:
- Phi Kappa Phi: An honor society recognizing academic excellence and community service. My membership with Phi Kappa Phi reflects my commitment to excellence (4.0 in graduate school) in all fields of study and my dedication to serving others.
Professional Affiliations and Contributions:
- As an advisor for the Vestibular Disorders Association, I am deeply committed to advancing the understanding and treatment of vestibular disorders. My work with VEDA involves educating both professionals and patients about effective rehabilitation techniques and contributing to ongoing research in this specialized field.
Professional Involvements:
- Medical and Scientific Advisor and Past President, Vestibular Disorders Association
- Member, National Society of Health Coaches
