Welcome to StretchLab Willowbrook

I love to explore how the mind, body, and spirit interconnect. I’ve been practicing yoga since 2008, and teaching yoga since 2012. I developed my yoga therapy with Gabriel Halpern serving as an apprentice at his Yoga Circle. Additional yoga teacher training was from highly esteemed Moksha Yoga Center (200 HR), Prenatal Yoga with Amala School of Prenatal Yoga, Yoga for Kids and Families through Global Family Yoga, and Yoga for Cancer Survivors with Dr. Ingrid Yang. I co-founded YogaCare and Socially Engaged Yoga Network to spread the health benefits of yoga. I’m now studying functional nutrition with Andrea Nakayama. Variety is the spice of life for me. Raising two children and two dogs, teaching yoga and meditation, training for a sprint triathlon and half marathon, enjoying food, arts, and nature, I constantly seek ways to integrate peace and balance within while juggling life and being present in the moment. There’s so much to love about being a Flexologist at StretchLab. I enjoy connecting with a variety of personalities, lifestyles, and physiques. I love to sprinkle in nuggets of yoga wisdom, integrate yoga alignment and breathing techniques within the StretchLab protocol. Sharing moments of peace, relief, and laughter while stretching my clients brings me much joy. Let’s explore how I can help you achieve your goals through increased flexibility!

Hi! Several years ago, I became interested in fitness and wanted to expand my knowledge, so I became a certified personal trainer through NASM. Currently, I am enrolled in College of DuPage’s Physical Therapist Assistant Program. At StretchLab, I’m excited to have the opportunity to educate and help others enjoy all the benefits of stretching. I love learning and sharing anything associated with health and wellness. Some of my other interests include paragliding, hiking, gymnastics, and exercise. In order to help prevent injuries, feel good, and partake in all these activities I make time balance my body by regularly stretching. I ensure that incorporating stretching into your daily routine will improve your quality of movement, and in turn, life. In this fast-paced life it is important to make the time for self-care. I look forward to welcoming you to StretchLab and helping you reach your goals.

I graduated from Northern Illinois University in December of 2021 with a Bachelor’s degree in Health Sciences with a Pre-Physical Therapy Emphasis. Health and Fitness has always been a huge part of my life – I grew up playing baseball, football, and track, then played club rugby at NIU. The immense benefits of exercise led me to pursue a career in physical therapy and am currently applying to PT school. I also hold a personal training certification from the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), and work as a physical therapy technician which I bring an array of experiences ranging from injury prevention, corrective exercise, rehabilitation, and strength/weight training. Outside of Stretchlab, I enjoy being outdoors (camping, hiking, canoeing), watching sports (Go Cubs!), working out, and spending time with friends and family. I look forward to meeting you and helping you reach your goals!

Jessica graduated from North Central College with a Bachelors Degree in Health Science. She will begin Occupational Therapy School in the fall of 2023 at RUSH University.

Hi, I'm Sarika! I'm a Flexologist here at StretchLab and have also been a Physical Therapist (PT) specializing in Orthopedics and Women's Health since 2002. My career in Physical Therapy has been extremely rewarding, as I have always been enthusiastic to help people of all ages heal and recover from injuries/conditions related to accidents, work, sports and/or other hobbies, postural dysfunction, etc., and assisted stretching has always been a fundamental component of my repertoire as a PT. In 2020, after managing a privately owned Physical Therapy clinic in California's Bay Area for nearly ten years, I returned to my Chicagoland roots during the Pandemic. At this time, when searching for methods to achieve my own optimal physical, mental and emotional health, I discovered my passion for Restorative Yoga, a meditative form of Yoga that focuses heavily on breath work and passive stretching. Subsequently, I strive to combine my own experiences, education and expertise to help others from all backgrounds reach their health, fitness and wellness goals and reduce their risk of injury during activities of daily living, integrating body awareness and mindfulness while improving posture, flexibility and joint mobility. StretchLab is the ideal place to do this! Outside of StretchLab, I spend my free time connecting with music, losing myself in books, staying active in various ways, enjoying the company of family and friends, and doing pretty much anything with my husband and two children. I'm looking forward to working with you, and whether you're looking for a meditative stretch or one that's going to push you to your limits (quite literally!), I assure you that your mind, body, soul and spirit will thank you!

Hi! I look forward to helping you achieve you goals! I went to grand valley for undergrad where I got my bachelors in exercise science and played volleyball for 4 years on the varsity team. I currently attend Midwestern University for OT school! I love spending time with family and friends as well as watch tv and movies!

Hi! I graduated from U of I in 2019 with my bachelor in inter disciplinary health. I have worked in the health care field for most of my life. Other than StretchLab I am also currently working as a medical assistant at an internal medicine office. My hobbies consist of hanging out with my dog Huncho, lifting weights, and reading. I also love all things sports whether it’s watching or playing them. I’m looking forward to meeting you and helping you reach your flexibility goals!

Hey everyone! My name is Brenda. I'm a graduate from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign with my Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology. I love learning about human anatomy and the benefits that exercise does to the body. Currently I'm in my second year towards earning a Doctorate in Physical Therapy at Midwestern University. Helping others has always been my goal and communication is very important for me to ensure that those goals are met. I have experience working with infants to elderly communities. During my free time I love to run, paint, sing, and am a candler. I can’t wait to work with you! P.S. I also speak Spanish.

David has prior experience as a Flexologist in the Phoenix area. We are super excited to have another well seasoned, experienced Flex on staff! Dave earned his Certified Personal Trainer cert through The National Council on Strength and Fitness (NCSF). He is also a Coach at F45 Elmhurst.

Hi! My name is Jen and I’m a graduate of the University of Illinois at Chicago. At UIC I was member of the DI Women’s Soccer program and graduated with a BA in Spanish and a MA in Teaching. While I was a Spanish teacher at Saint Ignatius College Prep for a short period of time, I continued at the school for a bit longer as the head JV coach for the girls soccer program. I also coached U17/U19 girls for Elite SC, a club based out of the Northwest suburbs. Besides working as a Flexologist, I’m also a certified Pilates instructor and am taking pre-requisite courses to apply to a Doctor of Physical Therapy program in the future.

Hello! I am originally from St. Louis MO and I have always been passionate about all things health and wellness. I graduated from Lindenwood University in May of 2024 with a Bachelors of Science in Exercise Science and Therapeutic Recreation. I also received an emphasis in Pre-Chiropractic and a minor in dance. I was on Lindenwood Lionettes dance team and am a 6x collegiate National Champion. Being that I have danced all my life, I am very aware of the benefits of stretching and emphasize the importance it holds for all individuals. I love to stretch and can't wait to share that love with you! All my life I wanted to work somewhere that I could help people and StretchLab is precisely that place. I am thrilled to help you reach your goals and overall enhance your quality of life.

Hi! I'm currently working on my Athletic Training Degree at North Central College and was a former professional baseball player turned recreational athlete. I have a background in coaching athletes and 1 on 1 training. Fun fact, I have also bowled a 300 in bowling as well! I can't wait to help you reach all your mobility fitness and wellness goals!

Hi! I'm Tricia, I have a passion for fitness and nutrition. I love working out and keeping my body strong. I practice Strength Training and Pilates 4 to 5 times a week. My love for Pilates has led me to teach it! I am a certified Pilates Instructor. I teach 5 group fitness classes a week at my local fitness center, Pilates and Strength Training classes. I am also a NASM Certified Nutrition Coach. I love helping people understand nutrition and to guide them with healthier choices to succeed with their weight loss goals and health and wellness success. I am also a married busy mom of 2 children and a Husky mix fur baby. My son plays football on our local junior team and my daughter is in competitive dance. I love teaching them to be active and healthy, and we can enjoy it by doing the things we love! StretchLab is giving me more opportunity to grow and help more people achieve success with their flexibility and mobility through stretching. I hope I will have the opportunity to help you meet your flexibility goals!

I have a Bachelor's in Exercise Science with a focus in Human Performance-Prevention Care. I was a collegiate athlete. I am super passionate about helping others reach their physical goals and working towards overall increase in health. I love working with dogs and volunteering at shelters in my free time. I enjoy being a Flexologist because of how rewarding it is to see clients make progress!

I grew up in Hanover Park, IL and attend College of DuPage to earn my PTA (Physical Therapist Assistant) license and phlebotomy certification. I am a 3 sport athlete- - soccer, basketball, and volleyball and am an avid Juventus fan! I've worked in the health field for 4 years and enjoy helping StretchLab members reach their optimal function/benefit of life.

I have a Masters Degree in Kinesiology from UIC and am a certified personal trainer. I have my CPR and First Aid certification. My passion is bringing all ages and health profiles to a higher level of wellness. I am excited to be a part of StretchLab! Let’s get started and stretch!