Private Appointments with Dr. Valerie Akinwande

Personalized pelvic health and physical therapy — delivered where it works best for you.

Dr. Valerie Akinwande offers private, one-on-one physical therapy appointments designed to support women through every stage of life. With over 14 years of clinical experience, Dr. V provides comprehensive care for pelvic health, pregnancy, postpartum recovery, menopause, and general physical therapy needs.

 Appointments are available in your home, via telehealth, or through one-on-one appointments, depending on your location and needs.

Conditions We Treat

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Pelvic Health & Core

· Pelvic pain
· Pelvic organ prolapse
· Urinary or fecal incontinence
· Bowel and bladder urgency
· Difficulty emptying the bladder
· Constipation
· Diastasis rectus abdominis
· Endometriosis
· Sexual dysfunction
· Blocked milk ducts

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Pregnancy & Postpartum

· Pregnancy-related pain and dysfunction
· Postpartum pain and dysfunction  
· Cesarean, episiotomy, and scar pain

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Orthopedic & General Physical Therapy

· Back pain and sciatica (SI joint)
· Neck pain  
· Hand, elbow, or wrist pain  
· Balance and fall prevention  
· Post-surgical rehabilitation  
· Ergonomic concerns

In Home Physical Therapy

Dr. Valerie Akinwande provides in-home physical therapy for women seeking individualized, one-on-one care without the stress of commuting, childcare logistics, or crowded clinics. Mobile visits allow treatment to happen in a familiar environment where real-life movement patterns and daily routines can be addressed directly.

Who In-Home Physical Therapy Is For:

  • Pregnant and experiencing pain or mobility challenges
  • Recovering postpartum
  • Managing pelvic pain or pain with sex 
  • Experiencing bladder or bowel concerns 
  • Navigating pre-menopausal or post-menopausal changes
  • Looking for ongoing pelvic health maintenance

Care delivered in the comfort of your home, designed to fit into real life.

Each in-home session is private, unrushed, and tailored to your body, goals, and stage of life—without the stress of travel or logistics.

Our Service Area

In-home physical therapy is available to clients within a defined radius of Sugar Land, Texas.

Limited appointments are available outside of the primary service area, with a travel fee included.

What to Expect During an In-Home Visit:

  • A comprehensive assessment
  • Hands-on treatment as appropriate
  • Guided movement and exercises
  • Education tailored to your symptoms and daily life
  • Clear guidance you can carry into everyday activities
  • Sessions are designed to support healing while empowering you with understanding and confidence.

Are you ready to feel your best?

Move Without Pain

Reduce pain that’s limiting your movement, exercise, or daily activities — so your body can move the way it’s meant to.

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Support Healing & Recovery

Recover from pregnancy, postpartum changes, surgery, or injury with care designed to restore strength and function.

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Improve Bladder & Bowel Control

Address urgency, leakage, or difficulty emptying so you can feel more comfortable and confident day to day.

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Feel Strong & Supported

Build core and pelvic stability to support your body through pregnancy, postpartum, menopause, and everyday life.

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Telehealth Physical Therapy

Telehealth physical therapy allows you to work one-on-one with Dr. Valerie Akinwande through secure video visits. This option is available to all Texas residents and is ideal for education, movement-based care, follow-ups, and ongoing support when in-person visits aren’t feasible.

Expert care, delivered virtually—wherever you are in Texas.

Telehealth sessions offer personalized guidance, education, and movement-based care from the comfort of your home, with the flexibility to fit your schedule.

Benefits of Telehealth Physical Therapy:

  • Receive expert guidance without travel, making care possible regardless of location within Texas.Recovering postpartum
  • Telehealth appointments fit more easily into busy schedules, workdays, and family life.Experiencing bladder or bowel concerns 
  • Learn and move in your own space, which can make sensitive pelvic health conversations feel easier and more relaxed.Looking for ongoing pelvic health maintenance
  • Get real-time instruction, corrective feedback, and tailored exercises you can safely perform at home.
  • Ideal for ongoing support, progress check-ins, or transitioning between in-person visits.
  • Telehealth sessions emphasize understanding your symptoms, learning what’s normal, and building long-term self-management skills.

Trusted by over 1,200 women seeking clearer answers about their bodies.


"So Happy I Did This"

"The Birth Prep class gave me the knowledge to have my first born all natural. I also told a friend about this program and she was able to have a natural birth without any tearing. This program is awesome and is all inclusive. I would recommend it to any pregnant woman in any situation. "

- Christina T.
Mom of 1 | Birth Prep Class

"I Feared The Unknown"

"The midwives were surprised that I knew the breath work needed to deliver my baby. The tips that I learned from Doctor V helped me to remain calm during the process."

- Margeret Y.
Mom of 3 | Birth Prep Class

"If You Are On the Fence..."

"This program gave me the practical tools that helped build my confidence. I was able to have a natural birth at a birthing center and it was the labor/delivery of my dreams. If I could go back in time, I would have purchased this class while pregnant with my 1st child!"

- Julia M.
Mom of 2 | Birth Prep Class

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Very little — we keep it simple. Comfortable clothing you can move in Any relevant medical records or imaging (if you have them) A list of current medications or supplements Questions or concerns you want to discuss For in-home visits, we bring the equipment. You just need a small open space (like a living room or bedroom area) where you feel comfortable.

Your first visit is focused on listening and understanding your full picture — not rushing into treatment. We’ll start with a detailed conversation about your symptoms, health history, pregnancy or postpartum experiences (if relevant), lifestyle, and goals. From there, we perform a movement and musculoskeletal assessment.

After your evaluation, you’ll receive:
· A clear understanding of what’s contributing to your symptoms  
· A personalized treatment plan tailored to your stage of life  
· Practical exercises and strategies you can begin right away  
· Guidance on what progress typically looks like  

Appointments are one-on-one, unrushed, and private — whether in your home or via telehealth.  Our goal is simple: help you understand your body and move forward with a plan that feels manageable and realistic.

The first session usually lasts about 75 minutes. All sessions after this will last about 60 minutes.

Care is personalized and may address concerns such as pelvic pain, pelvic organ prolapse, urinary or fecal leakage, bowel or bladder urgency, difficulty emptying the bladder, constipation, diastasis recti, endometriosis, sexual discomfort, and even blocked milk ducts.

 We also treat pregnancy-related pain, postpartum recovery challenges, and scar discomfort following cesarean or episiotomy.  Beyond pelvic health, care may include support for back pain, sciatica or SI joint dysfunction, neck pain, hand, elbow, or wrist pain, balance concerns, post-surgical rehabilitation, and ergonomic issues.  

If you’re unsure whether your symptoms fall within this scope, we’re happy to help you determine if physical therapy is the right fit.

We do not accept insurance. However, we are willing to assist you by providing paperwork that you can submit to insurance for out-of-network providers so that you can pursue reimbursement.

We will will accept the following methods of payment: Cash, Check, Credit Card (fee included), FSA Card (fee included), HSA Card (fee included), Venmo, & Zelle

The frequency of sessions depends on the individual's plan of care developed by your physical therapist. Most patients have either weekly or bi-weekly visits. The number of sessions is based on the severity of your issues/your progress. Your physical therapist will discuss both the frequency and number of sessions with you.

It depends. Consult with your OB-GYN or midwife who was responsible for your prenatal care to find out when you should make an appointment.

Yes, we do provide service to locations throughout Harris County and Fort Bend County. Appointments outside our service area (See Above Service Area map) will be charged a traveling fee.

Not necessarily. You are free to continue or opt-out of Telehealth at any time. Patients may be Telehealth only, or a combination of Telehealth and in-person, or in-person only. We will work with you to determine what is best for you after the initial consultation.

Pricing for evaluations start at $235 + travel rate (varies by area). Evaluation and treatment visits are sold in the form of package pricing, and the more visits you purchase, the better your price per visit. Your package expires 9 months from the date of purchase. We also offer sliding scale pricing for those with demonstrated financial need.

Care That Meets You Where You Are

Whether you’re receiving care in your home or through telehealth, each session is private, unrushed, and tailored to your body, goals, and stage of life.