MY COMMITMENT: As the BodyNova Therapy CEO and pain practitioner, I uphold the personal commitment “Your Tissue is My Issue” (TM) with my unique personalized approach to problem identification and individualized treatment options suited to each person’s body. The passion in my work is heart centered, care focused, and research based to help my clients achieve their personal goals in wellness. I am holistic, compassionate, and deeply committed to my clients seeking physical restoration, pain relief, and wellness.
I am an Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) and a Restorative Massage and Tissue Therapy Specialist. I am an Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization Practitioner (IASTMP); a Micro-current Point Stimulation (MPS) Pain Practitioner; a Yoga/Pilates Teacher (CAYT); a Rehabilitation Fitness Specialist; and a Therapeutic Art Instructor.
I utilize Manual Therapy to massage body tissue, mobilize joints, and release knots. I also use Pain management agents such as tissue blades, pods/cups, floss; and hot stones, thermal agents, micro-current point stimulation MPS in therapeutically active points, interferential current, ultrasound, and laser to achieve optimal outcomes.
WHO I WORK WITH: I work with people from young to the elderly in all walks of life, levels of fitness, types of bodies, and levels of health. My practice includes athletic massage, stretching and tissue interventions for active types; and it involves teaching safe techniques and bodywork appropriate for those with concerns such as chronic pain, arthritis, joint replacement, circulation issues, cardiac, respiratory, cancer, amputation, obesity, stroke, spinal issues, and more.
ONE ON ONE: We begin with a confidential evaluation and set up goals together to address areas of need appropriate for each person. Along with body tissue therapies, clients often developing the skills of mindful living, and improve their ability to cope with life challenges.
TWO LOCATIONS: Services are available with two clinic and gym locations in Lakeland and Celebration FLORIDA.
I welcome you to join me in your own personal adventure in improvement, renewal, and focus.
“Your Tissue is My Issue” TM
With Light and Love,
Deanne
BIOGRAPHY
Deanne DeForest, CEO of BodyNova Therapy LLC (formerly BodyNovaWellness LLC circa 2015). She offers holistic occupational therapy – most services involving personalized body and tissue work in the clinic. Programs may incorporate strength training, yoga and pilates, and wellness education in the Lakeland and Kissimmee communities.
With distinction, Deanne received a Masters Degree in Occupational Therapy in 1989 (Phi Theta Epsilon), a Bachelors Degree in Fine Arts in 1983, an Associates Degree in Multimedia Technology in 2000. She has numerous certifications in the field of wellness, including but not limited to Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization Practitioner, Micro-current Point Stimulation (MPS) Pain Practitioner, deep tissue massage, tai chi and chi-kung massage, personal training, rehab fitness specialist, Reiki Master III, yoga instructorship (revolutionary, therapeutic,restorative, and aerial), pilates, weight training, sports nutrition, aromatherapy, breathing techniques, and Zumba fitness. She provides consultation and mini workshops to businesses and schools. With 30 years of experience in the healing and therapeutic rehabilitative arts, she is a motivating asset to those ready for make changes in their lives toward healthy, energized, and balanced living.
Deanne resides in Lakeland Florida with her son and family. She enjoys family time, church, art, outdoor adventures, and gardening.
She is affiliated with Occupational Therapy Association (Licensed in Florida), Fitness organizations, Polk Wellness Professionals, Lakeland Holistic Chamber of Commerce, Polk County Schools, Health, Fitness and Rehab Organizations, Environmental Protection Groups, and the Arts Community.
