Education

Bachelor of Arts in Spanish, Marquette University (2000)
Master of Physical Therapy, Marquette University (2002)
Doctor of Physical Therapy, University of Colorado-Anschutz (2010)

Certifications & Licensures

Licensed Physical Therapist, State of Colorado (current thru 2026)

Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (completed 2024)
Master Certified Wellness Coach, Catalyst Coaching Institute (2024-present)
Healthcare Provider Provider CPR-Certified, American Hearth Assn (Current thru 2026)
Spiritual Director/ Soul Care Mentor Training program, Center for Spirituality at Work (training 2017-2019)
Member, Global Pelvic Health Alliance (Current)

Research & Publications

• Publication (peer reviewed): Fisher BA, Schenkman M. Functional recovery of a patient with anorexia nervosa: physical therapist management in the acute care hospital setting. Phys Ther. 2012; 92: 595-604.

• Poster Co-Author (peer reviewed): Shenk JE, Struessel T, Nordon-Craft A, Carlson (Fisher) BA: “The importance of medical monitoring and modification of exercise prescription in physical therapy for patients with anorexia nervosa: a case report.” Presented at APTA CSM 2012.

• Textbook Chapter Contributor: Talley SA, Fisher BA, Pantano KJ, et al. The Psychosocial-Spiritual Impact on Health Care. In: Goodman CC and Fuller KS. Pathology: Implications for the Physical Therapist. 4th ed. St. Louis, Missouri: Elsevier Saunders, 2015 (expert contributions on eating disorders and physical rehabilitation)

• Textbook Chapter Contributor: Fisher BA, et al. Chapter 3: Physiologic Self-Regulation: The Intersection with Mental, Social, and Emotional Well-being. In: Goodman CC and Fuller KS. Pathology: Implications for the Physical Therapist. 5th ed. St. Louis, Missouri: Elsevier Saunders, 2020. (expert contributions on spiritual aspects of health)

Relevant Training & Advanced Coursework*

Barral Institute (Osteopathic Manual Therapy Education - ongoing):

Visceral Manipulation 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6; Listening Techniques 1; Visceral Lymphatic Balancing; Total Body Balancing 1

Herman & Wallace Pelvic Health Education:

Pelvic Floor 1, 2B, Pregnancy Rehabilitation; Mobilization of the Visceral Fascia - Urinary & Reproductive Systems (Ramona Horton, PT); Lumbar Nerve Manual Assessment & Treatment (Nari Clemons, PT)

Lymph Drainage & Vascular Release for the Pelvic Therapist   |   Mary Ellen Kramp, PT

Gokhale Method Foundations course
MELT Method® Instructor Training Level 2 Re-certified (2021, not current as of 2025)
Holistic Pelvic Care Level 1 (TM) for Providers by Tami Kent, MSPT and retakex1
MovNat (Natural Movement) Certified Trainer Level 1 (not currently certified)
Arvigo Institute (Now Abdominal Therapy Collective: Self Care, Level 1; Professional Care Training, Level 2
Institute for Birth Healing: Holistic Treatment of the Pregnant Body and Post-Partum Body (Lynn Schulte, PT)
Integrative Women’s Health Institute: The Endometriosis Masterclass & The Optimal Fertility Masterclass
PopUp Pro Certified Professional
HeartMath Certified Practitioner (2020)

*not an exhaustive list