Clinical Director

Board-Certified Women’s Health Clinical Specialist

Michelle’s dedication to helping others led her to pursue a career in Physical Therapy, earning her Master’s Degree from Chapman University in 2002. Over the years, she has gained extensive experience across various clinical settings, including neuro rehab, home health, inpatient care, and outpatient orthopedics. Since 2008, she has focused on Pelvic Floor Dysfunction, becoming Kauai’s most experienced therapist in treating incontinence, pelvic pain, colorectal issues, and pelvic girdle dysfunction in both men and women.

In 2021, Michelle reached two major milestones: she became a Board-Certified Women’s Health Specialist and opened Wahine Wellness & Pelvic Health, Kauai’s first women’s-only clinic. She believes women require specialized care that evolves throughout their lives and is committed to providing personalized treatment plans that address their unique needs.

Pelvic Health Specialist

Irene is from upstate NY, where she earned her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from The Sage Colleges in 2018. Irene has worked in a variety of settings including outpatient orthopedics, women’s health pelvic floor, skilled nursing homes, and pediatrics. Irene has taken continuing education courses including pelvic health rehabilitation through Herman and Wallace, spine treatment strategies using The McKenzie Method, classes with the Institute of Physical Art, Institute of Clinical Excellence, and American Academy of Manipulative Therapy. Irene's favorite part about working in pelvic health physical therapy is helping women feel comfortable, strong, and confident in their own bodies through each phase of life.

Irene loves to run and has a strong interest in treating athletes, especially runners, of all levels and ages. In her free time and when not running, Irene enjoys drawing, backpacking, and traveling with her husband.

Pelvic Health Specialist

Katie grew up in the heart of midwest Kansas. She attended Kansas State University receiving her Bachelors of Science in Kinesiology and earned her Associates Degree as a Physical Therapist Assistant from Washburn University. Before moving to Kauai in 2017, Katie was able to work at an outpatient clinic treating multiple populations and diagnosis including pediatrics, vestibular, neuro, orthopedic and pelvic health. These experiences developed her passion and professional development towards women's health. Once on island, she has worked in clinical settings focusing on orthopedics, neuro rehab, and skilled nursing facilities but is most excited to call Wahine Wellness home. Katie enjoys educating women on the human body and continuously expanding her own knowledge in the pelvic health field. She believes in treating the whole person as an individual in order to help them get real results. Katie is excited to be part of an organization that focuses on educating and treating women in all aspects of their life. 

In her spare time, Katie enjoys spending time with her husband, son and daughter; exploring what Kauai has to offer with hiking and beach time. She also enjoys baking, music, and being active in any way she can.

Front Office Manager

Melissa is originally from San Diego and moved to Kauai with her family in April 2007.

Previous Kauai organizations Melissa has worked for are the National Tropical Botanical Garden, Kauai Coffee and Oil Mai at Poipu. Melissa started with Wahine Wellness & Pelvic Health in August 2023.

Melissa enjoys gardening and spending family time with daughter, son, husband and 2 Boston Terrier dogs. She’s also a Deacon at Koloa Union Church.

Melissa loves working at Wahine Wellness & Pelvic Health and enjoys offering the best customer service with Aloha to Patients and Providers.