Bio
Terri Robertson Elder PT, DPT, WCS, CLT-LANA
Dr. Terri Robertson Elder (she/her) is passionate about collaborating with people experiencing uncertainty about pelvic, bladder or bowel symptoms to find understanding and relief, so that they may thrive and cultivate joy in movement and sport.
Terri opened Thrive Physical Therapy to offer a personalized model of Physical Therapy, so that people may experience convenience and relief from the comfort of their own homes and with one-to-one, individualized care. In 2023, Terri opened Pisgah Movement Alliance (PMA) with fellow physical therapist, Brian Crosier. PMA is a multidisciplinary therapy, wellness, and fitness space.
Terri holds a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Georgia State University and is Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Women’s Health Physical Therapy. Dr. Robertson Elder holds a position as part-time faculty in the Department of Physical Therapy at Georgia State University and teaches continuing education courses. Terri also holds certifications as a Kripalu yoga teacher and Pilates instructor, Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism Coach, and is a Certified Lymphedema Therapist. Terri recently joined the Street Parking team as a Pregnancy and Postpartum Coach.
Terri relocated to Brevard, NC in 2019 in search of more hiking and biking trails, and a wonderful community to share with her husband and four-year-old (and Whiskey the dog!). She is a movement optimist, food-obsessed music fanatic who also loves lifting heavy stuff.
“My mission on the planet is to put LOVE into action by approaching myself and others with CURIOSITY and COMPASSION, seeking to CULTIVATE health and wellness for all.”