Jillian was born and raised in the Midwest, she earned her Physical Therapy degree from Chicago Medical School - Rosalind Franklin University. Her extensive background in both clinical practice and innovative treatments uniquely position her to provide exceptional care and support to her clients at Optimal Wellness and Beauty.

With over two decades of experience in the field of physical therapy, she is well versed in a variety of settings including: outpatient, inpatient, home health, and skilled nursing facilities. She has owned her own outpatient clinic as well as a home health agency which was sold in 2022. Because of her extensive experience with a mature population suffering from degenerative disorders and chronic illnesses, she has observed first hand how life changing and debilitating these medical conditions are. In her opinion, "Many of these disorders could have been prevented if proper education and preventative strategies were implemented early on." 

For many years she has been collaborating with complex multidisciplinary teams including: OB/GYN‘s, Infectious Disease Specialists, Orthopedic Surgeons, Chiropractors, and  Functional Integrative Medicine Professionals which led her to the decision to open Optimal Wellness and Beauty where she is co-owner with her son Regan. Here she works with a team of clinicians who collaborate to shift the focus from just "masking the problems and symptoms " to actually treating the whole person. She feels this is best accomplished by educating, facilitating and restoring wellness. The team uses a natural, cutting edge approach incorporating modern technology to optimize health, wellness and beauty by slowing the aging process. 

Jillian’s experience spans a wide range of advanced training including: pelvic floor health, muscle strengthening, functional mobility, and lymphatic drainage to name a few. She has extensive training and personal experience with BTL's EMSELLA chair (a non-invasive treatment for pelvic floor strengthening),  POWERPLATE (a vibrating platform for improving strength, bone mass and mineral density, circulation and lymphatic drainage),  EMSCULPT NEO (a non-invasive body contouring treatment that combines radiofrequency and HIFM to reduce fat and build muscle),  RED LIGHT THERAPY and BIOTICS RESEARCH supplementation. Her dedication to the holistic approach ensures that each client receives comprehensive care that not only addresses their physical needs but also supports their overall well-being. Jillian's practice is rooted in a deep understanding of the body's interconnected systems, making her a trusted guide for those seeking to optimize their health, wellness, and beauty.