We’re looking forward to introducing you to Dr. Jessica Klain. Check out our conversation below.
Good morning Jessica, it’s such a great way to kick off the day – I think our readers will love hearing your stories, experiences and about how you think about life and work. Let’s jump right in? What do you think is misunderstood about your business?
Sometimes physical therapy hurts! But let’s clear something up: pain is never the goal, healing is.
As a physical therapist, my job isn’t to “torture” you with manual therapy or kill you with exercise. My goal is to address your ailments, find the root cause, and guide your body back to its natural balance, strength, and freedom of movement. When your body has been compensating for pain, injury, or poor movement patterns for a while, change can feel uncomfortable (not painful!) at first. This discomfort is your body relearning how to move the way it’s suppose to.
At Physio Yoga and Wellness, we blend evidence-based physical therapy with yoga, mindful movement, and holistic wellness. Your care isn’t just about getting rid of pain, it’s about understanding your body, preventing future issues, and feeling confident in your health for the long term.
Physical therapy shouldn’t be painful or feel like torture. It’s a process. And the best part? You’re in control every step of the way.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
Hi! I’m Dr. Jessica Klain, PT, DPT owner of Physio Yoga and Wellness in Denver, Colorado. But most people call me Jess. I am a Doctor of Physical Therapy with advanced, post-doctorate certifications in concussion and vestibular rehabilitation, dry needling, nutrition, running gait analysis, and yoga, which helps me blend rehabilitation techniques with a holistic, movement-based approach to healing. I specialize in helping active individuals recover from injury and concussions, improve overall health and wellness, and do activities they love. Outside the clinic, you’ll find me running through Denver’s parks, mountain biking Colorado’s amazing trails, or skiing in the Rockies. Most recently, I traveled to Berlin to run the Berlin marathon. I’m living the same active, balanced lifestyle I help my clients achieve.
Amazing, so let’s take a moment to go back in time. What breaks the bonds between people—and what restores them?
In today’s world, the internet offers endless “answers” for how to live a happier, healthier life. Some of those tools are helpful; there’s an incredible amount of information out there about the body, healing, movement, nutrition, and so much more. But what’s often missing is the human connection behind it. Healing doesn’t happen in isolation. It happens when we’re seen, heard, and guided by another person who can put the puzzle pieces together and understand not jusyt our symptoms, but your story.
As a physical therapist, I believe the human connection is powerful. When someone walks into my clinic, it’s not just about fixing a muscle or joint, it’s about restoring trust in their body and building a relationship that supports understanding and growth. Energy, empathy, and presence are things no algorithm or video can replace. The internet can help us, but it often takes a human, and a connection, to heal, grow, and get stronger.
When did you last change your mind about something important?
For most of my life, I was certain about my career path: I wanted to be a physical therapist. That decision came easily after having several positive experiences with PT as a high school athlete. I loved the idea of helping people move, heal, and get back to the activities they love while socializing at the same time. What I never imagined for my career was owning my own business. That felt like something “other people” did, people who were naturally entrepreneurial or unafraid of failure. For me, the idea of running my own practice seemed intimidating and out of reach.
But after taking an extended break from my traditional physical therapy job, I began to see things differently. I realized that the conventional healthcare model often left little room for what I valued most: time to truly listen to patients, explore lifestyle factors, and incorporate holistic approaches like yoga, nutrition, and general exercise. I wanted to treat the whole person, not just the injury.
That realization changed everything. What once felt like fear turned into a project with purpose. Opening Physio Yoga and Wellness was not just a business decision, but an avenue to practice physical therapy the way I believe it should be. With space and time for connection, trust between patient and provider, and healing focused on long-term gains.
Alright, so if you are open to it, let’s explore some philosophical questions that touch on your values and worldview. Is the public version of you the real you?
The quick answer is yes, absolutely. What you see online through my Instagram posts, blogs, podcast interviews, and my work with Physio Yoga and Wellness is genuinely who I am. I love my job, my patients, and the business I’ve built. I love exercise, whether that’s running, mountain biking, skiing, or exploring new places. My passion for movement and wellness is real and part of my daily life.
But like everyone, there’s more behind the scenes. What you don’t often see is my equal love for my couch and terrible Bravo shows, reality TV, and basic movies that are predictable in the best way. I care a lot about nutrition and feeling my best, but I don’t enjoy cooking and rarely cook something that takes longer than 10 mins. And most importantly… I really value my sleep. I am as passionate about a good night’s rest as I am about a great workout.
So yes, what you see publicly is the real me but it’s not the whole story. The offline version is a little quieter, more relaxed, and perfectly content with takeout and a blanket after a long day helping others feel their best.
Okay, so before we go, let’s tackle one more area. What will you regret not doing?
Staying at a stable, well-paying, ‘traditional’ job with great benefits.
For years, I thought staying in a stable physical therapy job with good benefits was the “right” thing to do. But the reality was, I felt stuck and I didn’t realize it for years. I felt limited by what insurance companies would reimburse and boxed into a system that didn’t allow me to treat patients the way I knew they deserved. A few weeks of PTO a year and endless productivity pressures left little room for creativity, connection, or joy.
Getting over my fears and learning how to run a business was scary, but it completely changed my life. Opening Physio Yoga and Wellness gave me back my joy and excitement for physical therapy. I now have the ability to truly listen to my patients, to treat holistically, and to build real relationships. It also gave me something I hadn’t realized I was missing: freedom. Now I can travel, spend more time outdoors, and do more things that fill my cup. I would have deeply regretted not trusting myself enough to take the leap of being a business owner.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.physioyogaandwellness.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thephysioandtheyogini/
- Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-klain-physioyogaandwellness/
- Twitter: https://x.com/DrJessKlain
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/physioyogawellness
- Yelp: https://www.yelp.com/biz/physio-yoga-and-wellness-denver
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@physioyogaandwellness
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Madelyn Langreck
