about us

Empower Physical Therapy is a specialized physical therapy clinic in Lincoln, Nebraska.

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Empower Physical Therapy was founded by Stefanie Urbom and Jami Wilson with the shared goal of delivering quality healthcare and ending the stigma surrounding pelvic floor dysfunction. We understand the sensitive nature of pelvic health issues and wanted to create a space where your comfort and confidentiality are prioritized, providing a welcoming and supportive environment where you can openly discuss your concerns without fear or judgment.

Stefanie and Jami first crossed paths years ago while working as physical therapy techs at an orthopedic clinic in Lincoln, NE. Their journey continued when they were both accepted into UNMC Physical Therapy school in the same year, becoming not just schoolmates but also roommates. After graduating, they pursued separate careers in orthopedic physical therapy, until the fall of 2020, during the height of the COVID pandemic, when a meet up to discuss pelvic floor case studies sparked a new idea. Stefanie asked Jami, “When are we going to open our own clinic?” And just like that, Empower Physical Therapy was born—fondly referred to as their "COVID baby." Stefanie and Jami are thrilled to have taken the leap in opening a specialized pelvic floor physical therapy clinic, driven by their passion for spreading awareness about pelvic health and helping others find relief from their symptoms.

As Lincoln’s first specialized pelvic floor physical therapy clinic, Empower Physical Therapy is a woman-owned, mom-owned small business with a mission to support the community and change the narrative around pelvic health. Stefanie and Jami are passionate about helping people of all genders and ages feel empowered and achieve lasting relief through expert, personalized care.

Empower Physical Therapy is excited to have THREE specialized pelvic floor therapists on staff to support Lincoln and the surrounding communities. Learn more about the team below. Let us help you find lasting relief of your ​urinary, bowel, or pelvic floor dysfunction, pelvic pain, hip or low back pain, or changes due to pregnancy or postpartum.

testimonials.

  • "Not only did she address physical issues regarding a difficult childbirth and the resulting impacts, she made me feel seen in a way that is rare in our society."

    Elizabeth

  • "I can't possibly say enough good about Empower! stefanie is incredible at what she does and she makes her patients feel heard, seen, and comfortable. I would recommend Empower to everyone! I didn't even know this therapy existed and I am so thankful I found it. My body feels so much better and I am healing"

    Heidi

  • Empower Physical Therapy Lincoln pelvic floor therapy - postpartum treatment

    "Postpartum pelvic floor therapy was extremely helpful as I healed and it set me up for success when I went back to the gym! Jami is the best - she answered all my questions and even the things I didn’t know to ask, she was always 2 steps ahead of me and that is worth everything!!"

    Rilie

  • "Empower Physical Therapy is AMAZING! They have a wealth of knowledge and have helped me with several issues. All of the people are friendly and it's a warm environment. I have learned so much about my body from them, I highly recommend them for any kind of physical therapy you might need."

    Felicia

Locally owned and operated by Jami Wilson & Stefanie Urbom

woman-owned, mom-owned small business

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Jami Wilson

PT, DPT

I began my career in outpatient orthopedic physical therapy in 2012 after graduating from the University of Nebraska Medical Center with my Doctorate in Physical Therapy. I have always loved helping patients relieve their pain and achieve their goals. There were a few patients though that something was missing and I found that the missing piece was addressing their pelvic floor dysfunction.

I dove head first into continuing education courses and learning more about pelvic floor disorders and dysfunction and haven’t looked back since. It has truly become my passion. I am passionate about empowering my patients by teaching them about the bodies they live in. Every week, a patient will tell me “why has nobody ever told me this” or “I wish someone told me...” Knowledge is power and I want all my patients to have the keys and feel empowered to care for their bodies throughout their lifetime.

I combine my orthopedic and pelvic health skills to take a whole body approach when treating patients. I focus on patient education along with manual techniques and individualized exercise programs to help patients achieve their goals.

I am happily married to my husband, Kevin, and together we have a son, Jack, a daughter, Emma, and a golden retriever, Buddy. I have recently become a lover of indoor plants and am the plant mom to the many plants inside Empower Physical Therapy. My time outside the clinic is spent with family and friends, exercising and traveling when we have the chance.

Jami received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT) from UNMC in 2012. Jami is a Pregnancy and Postpartum Corrective Exercise Specialist. She is certified in trigger point Dry Needling through Myopain Seminars. Jami has been trained in pelvic floor physical therapy through the Herman & Wallace Pelvic Rehabilitation Institute. She also has been certified in STOTT PILATES® on the reformer.

 
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Stefanie Urbom

PT, DPT, CLT-LANA

Before pelvic floor physical therapy became my professional passion, I, like many others, thought it was common for women to make comments such as:

“Everyone leaks a little when they sneeze.”
“I can’t jump on the trampoline or I will pee my pants.”
“It’s normal to have painful sex after you have babies. It will get better.”
“Painful periods are normal, that’s why God didn’t make men child-bearing."
And, my personal favorite, “I laughed so hard the tears ran down my leg.”

All of these comments, while sometimes comforting for the uncomfortable situation, are absolutely NOT true!

After I graduated into the wonderful world of motherhood, I became more frustrated with the unsolicited and often harmful information I was given regarding my body, my healing process, and the importance of rehabilitating my core and pelvic floor after each pregnancy. As a practicing physical therapist and self-proclaimed nerd, I needed to know what I could do to help my body. Empowered with the knowledge that these “norms”, no matter how common, do not have to be our new normal. It became my mission to dispel these myths and now empower my patients with the knowledge and skills to take control of their bodies.

I began taking continuing education classes to further my hands-on skill set. I also read as much as I could find on the pelvic floor, the core, pregnancy, childbirth, breast-feeding, pelvic pain, and pain with intercourse. As my pelvic floor therapy practice grew, what I also began to notice was that allowing my patients to share each of their unique stories, in their own words and in their own time, had just as much impact on their healing as being armed with the medical knowledge to take control of their bodies.

The greatest gift I have been given as a clinician is my ability to deeply connect with my patients. It is also the part of my practice that brings me the greatest joy. I want every patient to have a safe space to tell their story - sometimes that means speaking hard truths. I welcome every patient with open arms. I believe firmly that each and every one of us has the capacity to begin our own healing journey. Whenever someone is ready to take that first step, I am here to help them navigate the murky waters of misinformation and half-truths that we have been told about our bodies.

I provide practical, actionable, and effective treatment options for all of my patients in a warm and welcoming environment. There is no shame, there is no blame, and our focus during each treatment session is on the connection between “the breath” and restoring the pelvic floor. With permission of course, just a few of the healing journeys that I have been blessed to be on:

Guiding a patient to pain-free intercourse with her spouse - then they got pregnant for the first time!!

Helping turn a retiree’s fear of frequent bathroom trips ruining road trips into a conversation starter with her astounded friends after passing multiple restroom stops!!

Supporting a patient in her decision to avoid costly and ultimately unnecessary surgical intervention by eliminating her abdominal pain by teaching her how to manage her symptoms caused by abdominal adhesions and abdominal separation that were a direct result of pregnancy and cesarean deliveries!!

Stefanie Urbom received her Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT) from the University of Nebraska Medical Center. Stefanie was trained in the treatment of pelvic floor dysfunction through the Herman and Wallace Pelvic Rehabilitation Institute and in the treatment of breast cancer rehabilitation and lymphedema therapy through Klose Training and Consulting. She has received additional training in manual therapy treatment techniques from Great Lakes Seminars. In addition to her work as a Physical Therapist, Stefanie married the love of her life, Jon, in 2010 and together they have three beautiful sons, Henry, Theo, and Jack. She loves spending time with her family, connecting with friends, Yin Yoga, weight lifting, and exploring the outdoors with her brood.

 
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Jenn Baehr

PTA, CPT, PCES, CFNC

I earned my Associate of Applied Science Degree from Southeast Community College, in Lincoln, NE, becoming a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant in May 2019.

My passion for the health and fitness industry took flight after the birth of my 3rd child. Since then, I have become certified as a Personal Trainer, a Pelvic Floor Level 2 Certified Pelvic Health Specialist through Herman & Wallace, a Pelvis Pro and Pregnancy and Postpartum Corrective Exercise Specialist, as well as a Fitness Nutrition Consultant, and a Kickboxing and Krav Maga instructor.

Throughout my career, I kept coming back to what I felt was “the missing link” - the connection to breath, core, pelvis, and pelvic floor. The pelvis and pelvic floor is where it all intersects - it’s the gateway between the upper body and the lower body.

I am passionate about helping others reach their desired goals and becoming the best version of themselves through a variety of modalities. Coupling my knowledge base in nutrition, with my knowledge of fascial connections, muscle recruitment patterns, and strength training, I am able to take a whole body approach with each patient. I use a combination of hands-on manual therapy skills, along with specific strengthening exercises in order to maximize each treatment session and develop a program to benefit each individual patient. I am passionate about being able to help men, women, and children not only improve their quality of life, but also empower them to be an active participant in their own health journey.

I am happily married to my husband, Douglas. Together we have a beautifully blended family including 3 daughters (Sabra, Payton & Scarlett) and 1 son (Logan), the best Husky/Shepherd dog ever, and are about to be grandparents for the first time!!


Jenn is a member of both the APTA (American Physical Therapy Association) and NPTA (Nebraska Physical Therapy Association). Jenn is certified as a Personal Trainer, a Pelvic Floor Level 2 Certified Pelvic Health Specialist through Herman & Wallace, a Pelvis Pro and Pregnancy and Postpartum Corrective Exercise Specialist, as well as a Fitness Nutrition Consultant, and a Kickboxing and Krav Maga instructor.

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The Empower Physical Therapy team. We can’t wait to meet you.

From left to right: Jenn Baehr, PTA; Stefanie Urbom, PT, DPT; Jami Wilson, PT, DPT; Molly Hofker, Patient Care Coordinator