Move better. Feel stronger. Live fully.
What would you love to get back to? Tell us what you have noticed, what you have tried and what you want life to include again. Start with a Free Case Review to talk about how we can help.
Leave your name and number. We’ll call or text to arrange a free phone or video conversation about your goals and whether care fits. You don’t need to choose a treatment first.
Back, Neck & Bone Health Physical Therapy in Holladay
Serving Greater Salt Lake City, with care built around your symptoms, questions and goals.
No referral needed · Dedicated one-on-one PT
Dr. Emily Warren, DPT, Cert. MDT — McKenzie certified and BoneFit trained.
Not sure where to start? Compare your back and neck care options
Hi, I’m Emily. I want to hear your story.
You are the expert on what your symptoms feel like and how they affect your life. What you notice is an important part of our work together.
I became a physical therapist in 2012 and began in neurological rehabilitation, working with people after brain and spinal cord injuries and stroke. That experience shaped my interest in movement, the pain system and the person who is hurting.
At Mindful Movement, we make time to understand your symptoms, your questions and your goals. We look at how you move, explain what we find and practice a starting plan together. I want you to understand your body and have useful tools between visits.
I love trail running, cycling, gardening and getting outdoors with my family. Your goal might be a mountain trail, a workout, playing with your children or getting through the day more comfortably. Tell me what matters to you. That gives our work a direction.
How can we help you?
Back pain
A new flare-up, persistent pain or a worrying scan can make everyday movement feel uncertain. We help you work toward more comfortable sitting, walking, lifting and exercise.
Neck pain
When turning your head, sleeping or getting through work hurts, we look for movements and practical changes that help—and build toward the exercise and activities you miss.
Bone Health & Strong Bones Strength Class
Build strength and confidence for daily life. Choose individual PT for a personal bone-health plan, or Strong Bones Strength Class for coached lifting, balance and a supportive group.
Looking for another condition? See the conditions we treat. Prefer support online? Virtual coaching from anywhere covers movement education, wellness goals and accountability.
Doing the exercises, but still not getting your life back?
Bring us the exercises you’ve tried and tell us what still feels out of reach. These clients describe being heard, understanding what to practice and finding their way back to more of life.
Jonnie’s neck-pain story
From severe neck pain to mostly pain-free—and back to exercise.
Jonnie reports that daily exercises eased his severe neck pain within days. After several weeks, he was pain-free most of the day and back to strenuous exercise.
Jonnie valued having his history heard and exercises he could keep practicing between visits.
“I've been to a few different physical therapists and Dr Emily is by far my favorite.”
Read Jonnie’s Google review · Read an anonymous neck-care experience
When severe back pain puts the life you love on hold.
During an ongoing disc recovery, Rachael valued support and feeling less afraid.
“Having her support has made my situation feel less scary.”
Building stronger bones when lifting weights still feels unfamiliar.
In a bone-health strength class, Kathy valued coaching to learn proper lifting technique.
“Emily has been great at helping me with proper technique to get the most out of lifting…”
Selected excerpts from individual Google reviews. We build your plan around your needs and goals.
Hear Rebecca describe her progress
Rebecca shares her experience with Dr. Emily and Strong Bones Strength Class.
Rebecca’s story, in brief
- Rebecca describes working with Dr. Emily through debilitating back pain.
- She later joined the bone-strengthening class and says she enjoys it.
- She reports feeling stronger, fitter and able to move and do more. This is her individual experience.
Understand what helps. Practice it together. Build from there.
We listen to your story and use the examination to choose a place to begin. As you practice, we check what changes and adjust the plan with you. The aim is to help you move with more confidence and learn how to manage your symptoms over time. Meet Dr. Emily and explore her training.
1. Listen, then explore movement
Selected movements, positions, and loads help us see what changes your symptoms. We want to find movements that help ease your symptoms and pain. You can tell us how your response compares with what you experience in daily life.
2. Practice a plan that works for you
Your examination and diagnosis help guide care, alongside your experience and goals. We explain the findings, practice the starting movements and agree on an amount you can manage. Bring your questions and tell us when something is not working for you; that helps us decide what to change.
3. Build strength for your life
We build toward the strength and movement your goals need, at a pace that fits your progress. For bone health, BoneFit training and LIFTMOR research inform coached technique and loading. Strong Bones Strength Class meets Tuesday and Thursday, noon–1 p.m., in Holladay.
Hands-on support when it fits: manual therapy and dry needling can complement your movement plan during in-person care. Explore our treatment methods.
Getting started is simple
Do I need a referral?
No referral is needed for in-person PT. Your appointment is dedicated one-on-one time with Dr. Emily Warren, DPT, Cert. MDT.
How do I start with a Free Case Review?
Request a Free Case Review to talk through your goals and questions. We follow up by phone or text to arrange a time, then help you decide whether individual PT or another option fits. Your first PT assessment is a separate 60-minute appointment with Dr. Emily.
What happens at my first physical therapy appointment?
Your first 60-minute appointment is dedicated one-on-one time with Dr. Emily. You’ll leave with a clearer understanding of the findings, starting movements you have practiced together and a useful way to follow progress—such as sleeping more comfortably or walking farther. At follow-up, we review what changed and adjust the plan with you. Bring your questions and exercises you have tried. See our first-visit guide.
How does out-of-network care work?
You pay the practice directly; we provide a superbill for possible out-of-network reimbursement. Read about payment, superbills and HSA/FSA options.
Where can I see you?
All in-person appointments are at 4890 Highland Dr, Holladay, UT 84117, serving the greater Salt Lake City area. Virtual coaching is available from anywhere. We can help you choose the appropriate format.
Can I join Strong Bones Strength Class if I am new to lifting?
We coach technique and choose a starting challenge together. Strong Bones Strength Class meets Tuesday and Thursday, noon–1 p.m., in Holladay. Explore Strong Bones Strength Class and ask about joining.
Watch Dr. Emily explain persistent back and neck pain
Dr. Emily discusses why pain can persist beyond the usual healing timeline and why understanding sensitivity belongs in a movement plan.
Key points from the video
- Pain and tissue healing do not always follow the same timeline.
- Dr. Emily encourages looking beyond a scan or painful structure to other contributors to sensitivity.
- Understanding persistent pain can open up more ways to approach recovery.
Free Case Review Leave your name and number. We’ll call or text to arrange a free conversation about what you want to get back to and whether care with Dr. Emily fits. You don’t need to choose a treatment first. Local or virtual: In-person PT in Holladay, serving Greater Salt Lake City. Virtual health and wellness coaching is available from anywhere. Your free case review can happen by phone or video. If you choose to proceed with PT, your first assessment is a separate 60-minute visit.We’re here to help you find your next step.
The Mindful Movement Club
Join Dr. Emily for practical movement lessons, exercise videos and research explained for life at home, in the gym and on the trails.
Locations
In-person care: Holladay
4890 Highland Dr, Holladay, UT 84117
Phone Number
(385) 332-4939