Bio- Terrie Carpenter, Pain Management Specialist, PT
I am the founder of Allies for Change, a
private health-care practice that specializes in Non-Medication Pain Management
and Sustainable Recovery.
I began my career in 1967 when I graduated
from the Army Medical Specialist Corps as a physical therapist and first
lieutenant. I remained in the army until 1969 and attained the rank of captain.
The time that I served was during the height of the Vietnam war. I mention this
because during wartime medical advances must be made rapidly. We were treating
new and different types of injuries and I was privileged to be at the forefront
of those medical advances.
My experience in the army shaped my career.
I learned to be a “thinking therapist” and always think outside of the box. I
also learned to collaborate with my medical colleagues to attain the highest
quality of patient care and still strive to value and embody this ideal.
After I was discharged from the army, I
began a 50-year civilian physical therapy career. My career has been exciting
and multifaceted, to say the least.
For the last 18 years, I have
specialized in the fields of chronic pain and addiction. Serving as an integral
part of pain management teams, I have consulted as a pain management specialist
for several residential treatment programs in my area as well.
The knowledge I gained from working in
these varied clinical settings has created the foundation for Allies for
Change, my current private practice in pain management,
Throughout my life’s journey,
one thing has remained constant and that is my passion to support individuals
and systems to heal by making positive and lasting changes. Combining my
education, training, professional and personal experiences led me to create
“The Change Model,” a foundational piece of the philosophy and practice at
Allies for Change.
It is my firm belief that every individual
has within them the capacity to change and heal if they are given the adequate
knowledge, the healthy life skills, and the right kind of support.
If you or someone you know is suffering
from chronic pain or addiction I invite you to explore our website at
www.allies4change and read our book. I know from my experience it is NEVER too
late to change and grow! We welcome the opportunity to be part of your healing
process!