Our Approach
We believe the most effective care comes from partnership. By listening closely, tailoring treatment to each individual, and grounding every plan in research and experience, we help patients achieve meaningful, sustainable results. Education is central to our work, empowering patients to take an active role in their recovery.
Founder & Owner
Dr. Pamela Downey
PT, DPT, WCS, BCB-PMB
Dr. Pamela Downey is a board-certified specialist in women’s health physical therapy and pelvic floor biofeedback. She brings advanced clinical expertise and thoughtful leadership to Partnership in Therapy, with a focus on pelvic health, pregnancy and postpartum care, and complex lumbo-pelvic pain.
In addition to patient care, Dr. Downey is an Assistant Professor in the physical therapy program at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine and is Senior Faculty at the Herman & Wallace Institute, leading advanced continuing education for clinicians across the country. Her work reflects a commitment to rigorous, evidence-based care, collaboration, and meaningful patient outcomes.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Leni Rapp
PTA
Leni Rapp has over 20 years of experience in orthopedic and pelvic health physical therapy. She supports patients through hands-on care, movement re-education, and Pilates-based rehabilitation, with an emphasis on restoring function and confidence.
Polestar Pilates certified and trained in manual lymphatic drainage, Leni brings a calm, supportive presence to care. She is fluent in English, German, French, and Spanish.
In addition to patient care, Dr. Downey is an Assistant Professor in the physical therapy program at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine and is Senior Faculty at the Herman & Wallace Institute, leading advanced continuing education for clinicians across the country. Her work reflects a commitment to rigorous, evidence-based care, collaboration, and meaningful patient outcomes.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Giglia Mayer
PTA
Giglia Mayer is a PMA-certified Pilates instructor with a background in physical therapy. She creates individualized movement programs that support efficient, functional movement and long-term wellbeing.
Originally from Brazil, Giglia is Polestar certified and brings over a decade of clinical experience and additional training in personal training and alignment-based movement.
In addition to patient care, Dr. Downey is an Assistant Professor in the physical therapy program at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine and is Senior Faculty at the Herman & Wallace Institute, leading advanced continuing education for clinicians across the country. Her work reflects a commitment to rigorous, evidence-based care, collaboration, and meaningful patient outcomes.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Steph
PTA
Leni Rapp has over 20 years of experience in orthopedic and pelvic health physical therapy. She supports patients through hands-on care, movement re-education, and Pilates-based rehabilitation, with an emphasis on restoring function and confidence.
Polestar Pilates certified and trained in manual lymphatic drainage, Leni brings a calm, supportive presence to care. She is fluent in English, German, French, and Spanish.
In addition to patient care, Dr. Downey is an Assistant Professor in the physical therapy program at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine and is Senior Faculty at the Herman & Wallace Institute, leading advanced continuing education for clinicians across the country. Her work reflects a commitment to rigorous, evidence-based care, collaboration, and meaningful patient outcomes.
