About
Our Philosophy
Holistic
We believe in treating you as a whole person, not just your symptoms. Many factors affect your health and well-being. Nutrition, mental and emotional states, and physical activity all contribute to your healing and recovery. We incorporate natural remedies and alternative suggestions for overall health optimization.
Preventative
We believe in not just fixing problems as they arise, but helping you prevent them in the first place. We take pride in educating our patients on more than just the immediate issues affecting them.
Inclusive
We’re a sex-positive practice that supports all races, ethnicities, faiths, marital status, intellectual or physical ability, neuro-differences, gender expression, or sexual orientation. It’s important that you feel comfortable sharing very personal details about your life that may affect your pelvic health.
Collaborative
We believe that healthcare is best done with a team approach. And the most important part of that team is you! We look for your input when setting goals and frequency of visits. Our care is always consent based and trauma-informed. We actively work with other providers involved in your care and are happy to refer you to practitioners who may be of help to you.
Our Team
PELVIC FLOOR PHYSICAL THERAPY
Amanda Shipley, PT, DPT, MTC
Dr. Shipley’s mission is to change the standard of care so that pelvic physical therapy is a part of a complete wellness strategy that incorporates preventative care, like going to the dentist. She believes in a holistic approach and focuses on treating you as a whole person and not just your symptoms. Besides extensive manual therapy techniques and individualized exercise prescription, she fosters wellness by encouraging good nutrition, stress management, and patient education as an integral part of empowering all of her patients.
Dr. Shipley is passionate about preventing pelvic floor issues and supporting her patients through the life transitions that we know affect the pelvic floor so strongly - pregnancy, postpartum, perimenopause/menopause, and before/after surgery. After having two unmedicated homebirths, she is especially passionate about helping birthing people have as smooth a childbirth as possible. In addition to working with her 1:1, you can learn from Dr. Shipley through her online courses or podcast.
Dr. Shipley sees patients of all genders over 18 yrs old in office and virtually.
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Founder of Renew Pelvic Health, Dr. Amanda Shipley has been a physical therapist for 20 years. Her first five years were in outpatient orthopaedics exclusively and then she transitioned into pelvic health and has been focusing on pelvic floor health and rehabilitation for the last 18 years. She opened her own practice to help people not only address pelvic floor dysfunction but also to prevent it.
Dr. Shipley is a Health Coach for pregnancy and motherhood through the Dr. Sears Wellness Institute. She has presented and educated groups on pelvic health, pelvic floor physical therapy, and healthy living at various local events and online.
Originally from Connecticut, Dr. Shipley lives in Atlanta and enjoys spending time with her husband and two daughters, playing soccer, reading, and traveling when possible. Passionate about education and prevention, she is the creator and host of the podcast Kumbay’all: The Whole Woman’s Resource and also created a an online program for holistic homebirth prep called Progressive Pregnancy.
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Dr. Shipley received her Bachelor’s degree in Natural Science from Muhlenberg College in Allentown, PA. She then obtained her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Northwestern University in Chicago, IL, where she was recognized with the Clinical Education Award for superior clinical abilities. Dr. Shipley achieved her Manual Therapy Certification (MTC) from the University of St. Augustine in 2008. She has advanced training in pelvic health through the Herman and Wallace Pelvic Health Rehabilitation Institute as well as through the APTA.
Dr. Shipley is currently a member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and the Academy of Pelvic Health Physical Therapy section within the APTA. She is also a member of the Physical Therapy Association of Georgia (PTAG) and the National Vulvodynia Association (NVA).
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Dr. Shipley is passionate about treating the whole person and not just their symptoms. She fosters wellness by encouraging good nutrition, stress management, and patient education as an integral part of empowering all of her patients. Her areas of interest include pregnancy, postpartum, preventative care, preparation for and healing from surgery.
Meet Amanda
Podcast Preview
Featured In
How to Push (With Lots of Great Insights About Pelvic Health During Pregnancy!)
PELVIC HEALTH OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
Charlotte “Charlie” Watts, OTD, OTR/L, PCES
Born and raised in Atlanta, Dr. Charlotte Watts is an occupational therapist specializing in pelvic health with a deep passion for supporting individuals through pregnancy, postpartum recovery, and fertility challenges. She is particularly devoted to helping people reconnect with their bodies and reclaim pleasure in their intimate lives.
As both a pelvic health therapist and a trained doula, Dr. Watts brings a holistic, compassionate approach to care—one that honors the intersections of physical healing, emotional well-being, and embodied self-awareness.
Dr. Watts sees patients of all genders over 18 yrs old in office and virtually.
Appointments — PLEASE NOTE: Charlie will be on maternity leave from 8/25/25 - 12/31/25
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As both a pelvic health therapist and a trained doula, Dr. Watts brings a holistic, compassionate approach to care—one that honors the intersections of physical healing, emotional well-being, and embodied self-awareness.
Beyond her clinical work, Dr. Watts is an artist, professional photographer, and writer, weaving creativity and mindfulness into every aspect of her practice. Her art and writing explore the symbiosis between humans and the natural world, advocating for rest, ecological preservation, and the reclamation of pleasure as a radical act of self-care.
Dr Watts was born and raised in Atlanta. She lives in Atlanta’s historic West End with her husband and their cat, where she continues to create, explore, and deepen her commitment to healing work. -
Dr. Watts earned her Doctorate in Occupational Therapy from Georgia State University and her Bachelor’s degree from Emory University.
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Dr. Watts is passionate about supporting individuals through pregnancy, postpartum recovery, and fertility challenges. She is particularly devoted to helping people reconnect with their bodies and reclaim pleasure in their intimate lives.
PELVIC FLOOR PHYSICAL THERAPY
Ashley Zimmerman, PT, DPT
Dr. Ashley guides others in learning about their bodies through compassion and curiosity. Her own journey toward body understanding and sexual liberation has shaped her belief that embodiment is both a personal and collective act of healing. She is committed to learning new ways to nurture and honor her body—and knows helping others do the same is her purpose.
She envisions a world where every young vulva owner is taught how to care for, listen to, and love their body. A world where healthcare honors all bodies equally, without requiring those with vulvas to fight to be heard. Dr. Ashley believes everyone deserves to feel safe, free, and at home in their body—and she’s here to help you find that place of belonging.
Dr. Ashley sees female patients over 18 yrs old in office and virtually.
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Dr. Ashley grew up in North Dakota, loves snacks and coffee, and hates the cold. She earned her Doctorate of Physical Therapy in 2012 from the University of Mary in Bismarck, ND. After spending 12 years in Colorado, she made her way south in 2024—chasing sunshine and warmth.
Early in her career, Dr. Ashley discovered her passion for pelvic health and has now spent over a decade specializing in this field. She is also a sexuality counselor, doula, and doula educator. Through her doula training for medical students, she hopes to help shift the healthcare system—starting with how future providers are taught to care for and support their patients.
A comprehensively trained Pilates instructor and kettlebell coach, Dr. Ashley weaves movement, mindfulness, and evidence-based care into a treatment style that is empowering, compassionate, and uniquely tailored to each individual. Deeply committed to body education and accessibility, she co-hosts Sessions with Sara Cate + Ashley—a biweekly podcast—and regularly leads workshops and seminars designed to help people reconnect with their bodies and themselves.
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Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT), 2012
University of Mary, Bismarck, NDPelvic Health Sexuality Counseling
Pelvic Global AcademyFull Spectrum Doula & Doula Educator
Allo Doula AcademyHolistic Pelvic Care™
Tami Lynn KentPelvic Health Rehabilitation
APTAComprehensively Trained Pilates Instructor
Balanced Body EducationKettlebell Mechanics
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Dr. Ashley guides people through the many seasons of the perinatal journey—from the first stirrings of preconception to the tender years of postpartum. Her passion lies in helping others rediscover their desires and return home to themselves, so they can move through the world with freedom and authenticity. With deep expertise in sexual dysfunction, she offers gentle, knowledgeable support for those experiencing pain or loss of desire, creating space for healing, pleasure, and wholeness.