Our Team
Jamie Kirkland
Physical Therapist
Founder of Anchor Physical Therapy & Rehab
20 Years of Clinical Expertise | Orthopedic & Neurological Specialist
"Anchored in Care. Driven by Purpose."
Jamie Kirkland has spent two decades mastering the art of rehabilitation across the full continuum of healthcare. From the critical early stages of inpatient and skilled nursing care to the precision of outpatient orthopedics and the personalized nature of home health, Jamie’s 360-degree view of the recovery process ensures no detail is overlooked.
A Specialized Approach to Pain
Jamie doesn't just treat the site of your pain; he treats the source. With advanced training in Strain Counterstrain, he utilizes a sophisticated manual therapy approach that "unwraps" chronic tension by resetting the body’s neuromuscular reflexes. This gentle, effective method is a cornerstone of the Anchor experience—providing relief where
traditional methods have fallen short.
The Expertise You Deserve
Orthopedic Mastery
20 years of experience managing complex spinal conditions, joint replacements, and sports injuries.
Neurological Expertise
Specialized care for patients navigating life with Parkinson’s, stroke recovery, or balance disorders.
A Safety-First Mindset
Jamie’s extensive background in inpatient and skilled care means you are in the safest hands possible,
especially when recovering from surgery or managing complex medical histories at home.
Neurological & Vestibular Rehabilitation
Navigating a neurological condition requires a therapist who understands the delicate connection
between the brain and the body.
Balance & Fall Prevention
We assess your actual home environment to identify risks and build your confidence.
Movement Retraining
Tailored strategies for Parkinson’s, MS, and post-stroke recovery.
Stability Training
Using your home’s layout to create real-world strength and safety.
Heather Kirkland, MS, CCC-SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist
Co-Founder of Anchor Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation
Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology
Miami University, Oxford, Ohio
ASHA Certified (CCC-SLP) | Adult Neurological Rehabilitation | Cognitive & Swallowing Specialist
"Helping patients communicate, think, swallow, and live with greater confidence and independence."
Heather Kirkland is an ASHA-certified Speech-Language Pathologist with over 10 years of experience serving adults across the continuum of care. Her clinical background includes inpatient rehabilitation, skilled nursing facilities, and home health care, providing a comprehensive understanding of recovery following illness, injury, and neurological disease.
Heather previously practiced at the Rehabilitation Institute of Ohio (RIO) at Miami Valley Hospital, where she worked with patients recovering from stroke, neurological disorders, complex medical conditions, and functional communication impairments. She has also provided extensive rehabilitation services in skilled nursing and home health settings, helping patients achieve meaningful goals within their everyday environments.
Areas of Expertise
Cognitive Rehabilitation
Treatment of memory, attention, executive functioning, problem-solving, and cognitive-communication deficits resulting from:
Stroke
Traumatic Brain Injury
Parkinson's Disease
Neurological disorders
Speech & Language Disorders affecting:
Speech clarity
Language comprehension
Word-finding
Communication effectiveness
Social and functional communication
Assessment and treatment of swallowing difficulties (Dysphagia) to promote:
Safer eating and drinking
Reduced aspiration risk
Improved nutrition and hydration
Enhanced quality of life
Neurological Rehabilitation
Specialized rehabilitation for individuals living with:
Stroke
Parkinson's Disease
Multiple Sclerosis
Traumatic Brain Injury
Neurodegenerative conditions
Home-Based Functional Therapy
Heather believes rehabilitation is most effective when it occurs in the environments where patients live, communicate, and function every day. By providing therapy within the home setting, she helps patients and families implement practical strategies that improve safety, independence, and quality of life.
The Anchor Difference
Together, Heather and Jamie Kirkland provide a unique interdisciplinary rehabilitation approach that addresses both physical and cognitive-communication recovery. This collaborative model allows patients to receive coordinated care focused on the whole person—not just a diagnosis.