Our Pelvic Floor Experts
Care for your Pelvis, and your Soul
At Pelvic Soul, our mission is to help people of all genders foster confidence in their bodies through direct patient care and corporate consulting for pregnancy health, postpartum wellbeing, pelvic health, and sexual health.
We are a multi-specialty practice that provides advanced care for all female and male pelvic floor health concerns including birth preparation, chronic pelvic pain management, infertility, men’s pelvic health, and sports rehab. All our services are available at our Tampa Bay location, and through virtual care.
Meet your Team
Sujata Martin, MS OTR/L
As a Pelvic Health Occupational Therapist, Sujata combines the mind-body-soul approach of the Eastern Medicine systems of Ayurveda and Yoga, with Western Medicine techniques of Osteopathic Manipulation & Occupational Therapy to treat pelvic floor dysfunction.
Sujata was recognized by the New York State Occupational Therapy Association with the Merit in Practice award for Pelvic Health, and is passionate about increasing awareness and accessibility to pelvic health and wellness services.
She has provided pelvic health and yoga-based educational programming to universities, non-profits, physician groups, and the general community, with the goal of increasing awareness of the benefits of integrative pelvic health care.
Sujata is a lover of coffee, binge watching Netflix on the couch, and spending time exploring Tampa Bay with her family. Sujata also authored a book – “Not Just Kegels – The Exhausted Mama’s Guide to Pregnancy & Postnatal Wellness” that ranked #1 on Amazon’s Pregnancy & Childbirth list.
Practice Specialties: Chronic pelvic pain, infertility, chronic gut & pelvic inflammation, somatic trauma reprocessing, sex counseling, ayurvedic coaching, male pelvic health conditions.
Dr. Anne Marie Hampe, DPT
Dr Anne Marie Hampe is a passionate advocate for pelvic floor physical therapy and somatic experiencing. She is a Florida native and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Nutritional Sciences from the University of Florida (UF) and a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of Central Florida (UCF).
Dr Anne Marie finds joy in reading books on women’s health and spirituality, constantly seeking knowledge to enhance her practice. She is also a dedicated practitioner of yoga, and enjoys activities such as journaling, spending time at the parks, and dancing.
Through her holistic approach to health and wellness, Dr Anne Marie Hampe embodies a commitment to empowering individuals to thrive in mind, body, and spirit.
Practice Specialties: Chronic pelvic pain, return to postpartum exercise, somatic experiencing, orthopedic physical therapy, male pelvic health conditions.
Lauren Johanesen, BASc
Lauren, our Practice Manager, is the first point of contact for our clients and plays a crucial role in ensuring that our pelvic health clinicians can focus on patient care. With a background in community health and service, Lauren served as a Combat Medic in the US Army before pursuing a Bachelor of Applied Science in Health Services Administration, specializing in Leadership in Healthcare.
Apart from her administrative expertise, Lauren is a certified yoga instructor and has provided birth doula support to underserved communities through organizations like The Doula Network and Project Teen Birth. Her diverse skill set and passion for healthcare make her an invaluable member of the Pelvic Soul team.
In her role, Lauren oversees the back-end operations of our practice, manages our online and community-based education and outreach initiatives, and contributes significantly to our mission of helping the Tampa Bay community achieve their health & wellness goals.
Professional Awards & Recognition
FAQs
You may benefit from Pelvic Floor Therapy if you answer yes to any of the following:
– Do you experience any leakage of stool or urine?
– Is it difficult to hold your urine or stool in before reaching the toilet?
– Do you empty your bladder frequently, before you experience the desire to pass urine, just so you stay dry?
– Do you have difficulty fully emptying your bladder or bowel?
– Are you pregnant and experiencing pelvic girdle pain?
– Have you recently given birth?
– Do you feel a heaviness in your pelvic area, making bladder & bowel emptying difficult?
– Do you avoid intimacy because of pain or fear of pain?
– Have you not been able to return to your pre-pregnancy fitness levels?
As an out-of-network provider, we are not limited by the constraints set forth by health insurance plans. We serve our clients, and not their insurance companies – allowing us to spend the time needed to reach client goals without the restrictions of insurance providers.
Payment is due at time of booking your appointment, and we are happy to assist with applying for insurance reimbursement. If your health insurance plan offers out-of-network benefits, you may be reimbursed in part or full.
We accept health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) cards.
Our model of care allows for improved client satisfaction and faster results due to the individualized care provided. Treatment is personalized to each individual, however, on average, clients only need one visit a week and are feeling better within 1-3 visits.
Once you schedule your first appointment, you will receive 3 electronic intake forms.
Your therapist will complete a detailed pelvic floor evaluation at the first visit, including, but not limited to, a review of your medical history, discussion of your current issues, and a physical examination, followed by creation of a treatment plan and home exercise program. Based upon your complaints, an internal pelvic exam may be necessary. However, your comfort and consent are paramount, and internal examinations & treatments may be declined.
Entry-level Occupational Therapy and Physical Therapy practitioners receive very basic training in Pelvic Health as part of their education. Practitioners of both disciplines pursue post-professional continuing education to grow their skills in the specialty treatment area of Pelvic Floor Health.
As a Registered & Licensed Occupational Therapist, Sujata Martin MS OTR/L, is able to use all of the internal & external manual techniques employed by other Pelvic Floor Health Practitioners. In addition, her Occupational Therapy education in Psychology, Behavioral Health, and Sexuality enable her to treat the psychological and emotional aspects of Pelvic Floor Health & Wellness.
No, you do not need a referral or script from your medical care provider (OBGYN, PCP, Midwife, Urologist etc) to be seen for pelvic floor therapy in our Tampa Bay office or for Telehealth. Please be aware, that if you plan to submit for out-of-network coverage through insurance, a script or referral may be required by your insurance company. If this is the case, we can assist you with acquiring it.