Meet Michaela (Stretch Therapist)

Michaela Carter graduated from Western Carolina  University with a degree in Psychology and a minor in Pre-Physical Therapy in 2016. Carter relocated from North Carolina to Maryland to pursue a career in the Physical Therapy world. 

After working for ATI physical therapy as a Rehabilitation Technician and various other positions for 3 years she realized that her focus was on prevention, not treatment. While still understanding the importance of treatment she set out to find her niche. In October 2020 Carter received her Certified Personal Training (CPT)  from the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) as well as her Corrective Exercise Specialist (CES). 

After receiving her certifications she worked for Compel Fitness as a Training Director as well as a coach. During this time she saw a need for therapeutic-like services for persons who did not display a medical necessity for clinical services. With the use of stretching and soft tissue as well as therapeutic and corrective exercise she was able to help clients be more successful in their fitness journey.

In April of 2021, Carter birthed Rehab 2 Fitness, LLC to create a place where both athletes and non-athletes could find a one-stop-shop with personal training, stretching/soft tissue work, and Physical Therapy to help them best accomplish their goals. As R2F continues to grow Carter plans to add additional services to guarantee her client’s success.