Dr Colleen Gest, PT, DPT, WCS

Colleen has been a Board Certified Women’s Health Physical Therapist since 2009 and owner of Foundations Physical Therapy.

She has extensive training and advanced practice in treating pelvic floor dysfunction and women’s health issues.

Call for a free 15-minute consultation to see if pelvic floor therapy is the right fit for you! (928)350-8270

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Colleen has been treating people during and after their pregnancies since obtaining her license to practice physical therapy in 2009. She sees people of all ages and genders with pelvic floor conditions such as pain and incontinence.

She believes treatment of pelvic floor issues and musculoskeletal health conditions during and after pregnancy is a valuable and under-served area of healthcare.

  • Board Certified Specialist in Women’s Health Physical Therapy

  • Owner of Foundations Physical Therapy​

  • Adjunct doctoral Professor at Northern Arizona University school of physical therapy

Important things to know

Colleen offers treatment for prenatal and postnatal conditions as well as pelvic floor issues to people of all genders

  • Tuesdays-Fridays at her main office location

  • Mondays at the Flagstaff Birth Collective

  • Telehealth appointments are also available

  • Colleen can be reached by phone at (928)350-8270

A bit about me

I recognize the importance of the intersection of pelvic and pre and post-natal health with race, financial health, gender, and many other factors and strive to provide equality in pelvic physical therapy treatment for all.

Our Services

    • Dyspareunia (pelvic pain with sexual intercourse)

    • Pelvic pain (pain anywhere involving the genitals or surrounding area, including the lower abdomen, front/back, inside, outer thighs, and the low back and tailbone)

    • Urinary incontinence (with exercise, sneezing, urgency)

    • Fecal incontinence

    • Constipation​

    • Pain related to endometriosis

    • Pain related to IBS (irritable bowel syndrome)

    • Pelvic organ prolapse

    • Diastasis recti (abdominal muscle separation which may or may not be related to pregnancy)

    • Pediatric care for urinary dysfunction and constipation in children

    • How to return safely to exercise in the postpartum period​


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Testimonials

  • "I cannot recommend Colleen enough. As a physical therapist myself and mom who has birthed five beautiful babies, I’ve learned so much from her in optimizing my own pelvic health. She is exceptional as a pelvic health expert and teacher. Most importantly, she is patient and kind with a gentle bedside manner- qualities critical for working with people to improve their pelvic health. She was able to complete thorough, gentle internal/external evaluation and then work with me on subsequent sessions to help restore balance in my pelvic floor after five labors and deliveries. Not only do I trust Colleen with my own care needs but I regularly refer my own clients, friends and colleagues to her as I know they will receive the highest level of care in a safe, peaceful environment. Thank you, Colleen. So grateful! "

    Recent Client

  • "Colleen offers a unique and refreshingly positive experience to physical therapy. Instead of the typical "assembly line" current philosophy of physical therapy, where you see a therapist and then are sent to techs to learn and practice text book exercises, Colleen offers a one-on-one approach. She thinks "out-of-the-box" (or text book) to come up with individually based techniques to facilitate your recovery. She will also apply these techniques in situ to assist you with the routine tasks of everyday life, if needed. In my opinion, this is the only way physical therapy should be practiced. I highly recommend Foundations Physical Therapy and Colleen Gest!"

    Recent Client

  • "I was a gymnast my whole life and thought stress incontinence was just a fact of life. In just 2 visits + exercises at home, Colleen has given me back my freedom and confidence! Colleen is so personable and friendly! She takes her time to listen and understand before jumping into treatment. All of her paperwork is inclusive too, so there are no checkboxes to conform to and I felt I could really give her a true history of my issues. This is a safe space and I felt comfortable sharing my concerns with the PT. I highly suggest Foundations PT for all your pelvic floor needs!"

    Recent Client