Essential Therapies

Essential Therapies Essential Therapies is a holistic physical therapy and wellness practice specializing in John F. Barnes My work is holistic.

Barnes Myofascial Release Approach, yoga, essential oils and total body wellness owned and operated by Cindy Hodgson, MS, PT, PhD. With over two decades of extensive training and experience, I bring compassionate care to every patient I treat. My goal is to relieve pain and restore ease and function to those seeking healing that traditional medicine has been unable to provide. I am a physical ther

apist extensively trained in the John F. Barnes Myofascial Release Approach (JFBMFR), and hold graduate degrees in exercise physiology and biomechanics. I initially became intrigued by the power of MFR during my student internship when a simple cross-hand technique on a patient’s chest eliminated months of unabating pain. This revelation led me to seek my own healing through these methods. I have a long and successful track record of treating patients from all walks of life and in a myriad of settings including my own clinic. I have an expertise in women’s health after having trained and worked exclusively with women seeking help with fertility, pain and bladder issues. I have successfully treated TMJ, abdominal adhesions (scarring), headaches, postural dysfunction as well as many other conditions. I am interested in empowering you through learning self-care techniques that will enhance and solidify the work we do together. I enjoy teaching both patients and fellow therapists, and continue to explore the life-long benefits to be gained from fitness, nutrition, and yoga. I look forward to helping you advance your goal toward a pain free and healthy life.

The Hip Strap Series is NOT just a simple hip stretch!This 10’ long yoga strap is one of my favorite myofascial self-tre...
08/25/2026

The Hip Strap Series is NOT just a simple hip stretch!

This 10’ long yoga strap is one of my favorite myofascial self-treatment tools. When used properly in this specific series, it can help release restrictions, balance the pelvis, improve mobility, and influence movement throughout the whole body.

Join me for a 3-week Hip Strap Series at Jim’s Gym where we’ll go beyond simply learning the positions. You’ll learn how to really use the strap effectively and become confident incorporating it into your own self-treatment.

🧡 Tuesdays, September 1, 8 & 15
10:30–11:30 AM
Jim’s Gym – Upstairs Studio

$50 for all 3 classes | $20 drop-in

Text 419-344-2223 to reserve your spot!

We’re excited to announce the first Essential Therapies class series at Jim’s Gym in Pioneer. 🧡This small-group series i...
05/06/2026

We’re excited to announce the first Essential Therapies class series at Jim’s Gym in Pioneer. 🧡

This small-group series is designed to help you move better, feel better, and connect more deeply with your body through education, gentle movement, posture awareness, and guided myofascial self-treatment using principles from The CALM Technique™.

Each session will focus on practical tools you can use right away to reduce tension, improve alignment, increase body awareness, and create more ease in your daily life.

Tuesdays from 10:30–11:30 AM

May 19, May 26, June 2

Jim’s Gym • Upstairs Studio • Pioneer

Session 1: Core, Spine & Posture
Session 2: Legs Up the Wall
Session 3: Hips & Mobility

Introductory Series Rate: $49
Founding Participant Pricing

Space is limited.
Text 419-344-2223 (tel:419-344-2223) to reserve your spot or follow the link in the comments.

You are creating tomorrow’s body today. 🧡

Excited to present today at the Rooted in Wellness Expo!
04/28/2026

Excited to present today at the Rooted in Wellness Expo!

Address

6711 Monroe Street , Building 2, Suite B
Sylvania, OH
43560

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 7pm
Tuesday 8am - 7pm
Wednesday 8am - 7pm
Thursday 8am - 7pm
Friday 8am - 7pm
Saturday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+14193442223

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