With insight comes clarity and true motivation towards your best moves.
Kate LaValley MSPT, cert. MDT, SBMC
Hello and Thank you for your interest in my services!
You may be here because of an injury or you’ve developed a problem from something specific or for no apparent reason. Perhaps pain is an issue for you or maybe your body hasn't been feeling good or moving well for quite some time. In any case, you're probably having difficulty doing what you want and need to do. Maybe you want to optimize your health and wellness and would like guidance. I'd love to understand and help!
I have been working with people just like you for over 20 years.
When you see a physical therapist you deserve:
1. A thorough evaluation
2. Adequate time to tell your story, to share your goals and to ask all of your questions
3. A thorough physical examination including analysis of symptom behavior and patterns.
4. A personalized and systematic plan that is co- created to get you where you really want to be.
About Me and InsightMoves Physical therapy Private Practice
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~I am a NYS licensed physical therapist with a masters of science in physical therapy awarded in 2001 from Thomas Jefferson University.
~I have specialty credentialing in mechanical diagnosis and therapy (MDT) from the McKenzie Institute USA. https://www.mckenzieinstituteusa.org/
I have specialty certification in Sensation Based Motivation
~I am a NYS licensed physical therapist with a masters of science in physical therapy awarded in 2001 from Thomas Jefferson University.
~I have specialty credentialing in mechanical diagnosis and therapy (MDT) from the McKenzie Institute USA. https://www.mckenzieinstituteusa.org/
I have specialty certification in Sensation Based Motivation Coaching (SBMC) through Motivation Beyond Measure https://motivationbeyondmeasure.com/
~I have worked for 20+ years as a physical therapist in orthopedics with the majority of time in private practice settings in Syracuse and in my hometown of Plattsburgh NY.
I lOVE WHAT I DO!
I am passionate about learning and about helping humankind. I am a truth seeker at heart which makes me very curious and question everything. The human body is beautifully spectacular AND it holds the answers. I help people find their answers. I make things easy and simple because they can and should be.
I was raised here in Plattsburgh, NY and had the privilege of first learning about physical therapy from my parents who practiced and owned their own private clinics.
I am blessed to be a mother and wife.
My other passions include getting lost in the woods, learning from nature, traveling, anything science, human emotions and experiences, local and organic food, the arts, dancing, yoga, running, music, prayer and meditation.
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Relieve~Restore~Prevent
As an MDT and SBMC certified clinician, I go about your pain and problem in a very specific and systematic way that helps to uncover the root of the problem. I will ask specific questions to get a detailed history of what you're experiencing and then lead you through a movement examination to see how your
Relieve~Restore~Prevent
As an MDT and SBMC certified clinician, I go about your pain and problem in a very specific and systematic way that helps to uncover the root of the problem. I will ask specific questions to get a detailed history of what you're experiencing and then lead you through a movement examination to see how your body is affected by the issue. Understanding how your problem behaves and it's patterns gives us the clarity of what will help the most and the quickest. In this way, we can streamline your body's natural healing capabilities....amazing!
I have spent my professional career studying patterns. I have a special interest in mechanical pain (pain that is affected by movements and positions) and in the body-mind connection as it relates to pain and limitations. I use a bio-psycho-social approach to pain that is completely holistic.
My approach is 100% You-centered, strategic, and purposeful; best yet, it can empower you by giving you immediate and sustainable strategies for optimal self-treatment, recovery and preventative care.
When you come to see me you can expect:
-an inquisitive listener
-Simple explanations and reasonable, natural interventions
- an empowering and truthful attitude
-ongoing guidance and permission to return to your life as quickly as your symptoms allow
-confident hands to assist when needed
- generous amount of time with me each visit
My services
Choosing the right provider and the most effective care can be challenging. My intent is to provide the most reliable assessment and effective treatment available. I respect that people value their time and money as well as their quality of care. I pride myself on balancing these three aspects in my approach. You should know that clients whom I work with, who achieve their optimal outcome, devote themselves to active participation in their care and eventually become independent in their program.
InsightMoves PT is credentialed with the following insurances:
Medicare
Tricare Standard
Tricare Prime
Tricare For Life
Worker's Compensation
AARP
(I will submit claims to said insurances for your convenience through Samantha Farina at www.TOTLbill.com Copays are due at the time of service.)
InsightMoves PT is also a direct pay practice (out-of-network provider) for insurances not listed above.. For those insurances with which I do not contract, I can submit the claim for you or upon request, give you a detailed receipt for you to submit to your insurance company for potential reimbursement according to their out-of- network provider fee schedule. Payment is collected at the time of service.
The following are my services in detail and rates under direct pay:
Comprehensive Physical Therapy Evaluation (in-office) ~ $175
- For a complete physical therapy evaluation including a thorough interview, physical exam, posture and movement testing, assessment, initial treatment and developing your home program. 60-90 min.
Physical Therapy Follow-up visit 45-60 min ~ $98
- For a re-assessment of the response to the initial evaluation/home program and progression of treatment toward your goals.
Videoconference Physical Therapy Evaluation~ $125
- When distance is a challenge or available time is a limitation to coming to me I provide a complete, remote video consultation including a thorough interview, posture and movement testing, initial treatment and home program. 60-90min.
Videoconference Follow-up visit 30-60 min ~ $70
- When distance or time is the limitation to coming to me for subsequent visits I offer remote, video re-assessment visits to evaluate the response to the prior session/home program and to progress your program.
In-home/work Visit ~ $200 evaluation/$125 follow-up (available upon request for some locations)
- When evaluation, assessment and treatment in your home or work site is desired I can provide an on-site visit.
Movement/Mobility/Strength/balance Examination (Maintenance) ~ $125 (in-office)
- For those who aren't necessarily hurting or injured but feel they're not moving as easily or as fully as they'd like to, not as strong as they'd like to be, and/or want to improve their balance, this service is available. A full body assessment to identify restrictions that may be affecting your performance or creating a potential risk of injury. 60-90 min
Movement/Mobility/Strength/balance Follow-Up ~ $75 (in-office)
- improvements require some work and often don't happen overnight. The Follow-up sessions are available to guide you, progress and build on what was started on the examination. What achieves an initial positive response often has to change if you expect to achieve even more progress. Based on your response from the previous session(s) adjustments will be made to ensure maximum benefit. Up to 50 min.
"Laser" Physical Therapy~ $75 (in office or video/phone)
- A very concentrated professional consultation for those of you that don't necessarily need or want full physical therapy services and just want to know what's going on and what you can do about it. (Up to 30 minutes). This is not intended to take the place of a full, thorough evaluation.
Vertigo Evaluation ~$125 (in office or home/office site only)
- For a complete vertigo evaluation including a thorough interview, physical exam, special movement testing, initial treatment and developing your home program. 60-75 min.
Physical Therapy Follow-up visit for vertigo 20-40 min ~ $70
- For a re-assessment of the response to the initial evaluation/home program and progression of treatment toward your goals.
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FAQs
FAQs
- Do I need a doctor's referral to see you?
If you have Medicare or Worker's Compensation your insurance requires that you have a referral/ order for physical therapy services. Otherwise, no, you do not need a doctor's referral. In NYS you have direct access to physical therapy which means you can go to a physical therapist without a referral for 10 visits or 30 days.
- How do I know if physical therapy will benefit me?
Call and ask me. We can discuss your unique situation, options, and if I am the best provider for you.
- How do I know if my insurance will reimburse me for a visit with you if I am a direct pay client?
The only way to know for sure is to call your insurance and ask what their reimbursement is for an out of network provider. And you may want to ask your insurance what you'd pay if you went to an in-network PT provider in another office. You'll want to consider your deductible status and copays you'll owe in an office that participates with your insurance. Due to rising copays and deductibles, many will find that the amount per visit is not far from going to a direct pay practice. There is also quality of care and number of visits to consider when determining what you may pay in total. Wherever you go for physical therapy ask up front what you will pay and how many visits are expected. You have choice and knowledge is power.
- I've had an MRI/Xray or other tests and I've been told I need surgery. Can you as a physical therapist still help?
Test results and upcoming surgical interventions don't negate potential improvements. Test results only tell us part of the whole story and they don't tell us how we feel and function. Every person deserves a thorough evaluation to determine optimal potential.
- I've had physical therapy before and it didn't help. Why would this be any different?
I would be interested to know what experience you've had in physical therapy before and why you feel that it was not helpful. I recommend prior to scheduling in any PT clinic you ask about the provider's approach and experience. Successful outcomes start with a great fit between you and your provider. Don't you want to know who you're going to work with and how they practice? Ask lots of questions! Seek out the best care!
- Why can't I just look up what to do on the internet?
I love this one..... You can and you may get lucky to find something that works, or find something that doesn't make you worse (but that seems like a waste of time and not worse doesn't mean better), or you find something that makes you worse but you think it needs to feel worse to get better.... You may also find that there are a gazillion things that experts tell you that you should do for that diagnosis that you may have also found on the internet. Keep it simple. Get the right diagnosis.. Get the right treatment.
- Do you use instruments like ultrasound, laser, cupping, electric stimulation?
I use my brain and my hands. I havent found most instruments to be as or more effective in the 20 years I did use them while working in other offices. Research backs this up as well. Many of these instruments you can use at home or can find them in many alternative healthcare facilities if you'd like.