Walker Therapy

Helping you back up, when life has knocked you down.

Conditions Treated

Challenging events in our lives- whether trauma, illness or injury- can, over time, affect our brain and nervous system because of the thoughts, memories and perceptions that have been laid down during those challenging times. We can be left experiencing long lasting health issues and unhealthy behaviour patterns that affect our lives and those around us considerably. Some of these you may be able to recognise in yourself:

Persistent, shifting pain without clear cause
Constant fatigue despite adequate sleep
Frequent tension headaches
Jaw pain or teeth clenching (TMJ)
POTS, Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Inability to break unhealthy habits (overworking, procrastination, negative self-talk)
Regular burnout
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Ongoing tension and difficulty relaxing
Fluctuations in sweating, body temperature, heart rate, and breathing
Sleep disturbances (trouble falling or staying asleep)
Skin rashes that worsen with stress
Difficulty swallowing

About Me

I have worked as a physiotherapist for 29 years, helping clients overcome acute and chronic orthopaedic injuries to relieve their pain and regain their ability to enjoy life. I’ve truly loved this journey.

Over the years, I noticed some clients struggled with persistent pain. In 2019, I began studying pain with the Train Pain Academy as well as with other leading health professionals in this field. It opened my eyes to the connection between mental health, stress, and our overall well-being. This new perspective brought many insights together for me.

In 2023, I took a leap of faith and transitioned from hands-on physiotherapy to a practice focused on Chronic Pain and Dysautonomia, dedicated to helping people get back up, when life has knocked them down. Drawing on my experience as a physiotherapist, my own mental health journey as a wife and mom, and the knowledge I’ve gained from exceptional lecturers in neuroscience, I am passionate about sharing tools and insights with you.

My goal is to empower you and walk alongside you as you restore your health and rediscover the vibrant, authentic version of yourself to live a full life again. Together, we can navigate the path to healing, restoring and resilience.

Sarah Walker

Walker Physiotherapy

Reviews

“Sarah offers an incredibly safe place with deep listening & really effective processes to help navigate stress & trauma & move into healing. I started with significant neck pain & headaches which resolved in a few sessions as my nervous system regulated” Colleen, June 2024

"I highly recommend Sarah in every way. Sarah is a knowledgeable therapist who greatly helped me in understanding and managing of my pain. We practised techniques together and Sarah gave me the confidence to try on my own. Her techniques made me feel like we were in this together - I found that very comforting and it contributed meaningfully to my growth in that I was able to make progress towards my personal goals." Delia, September 2024

"Stress management is spoken about so much but very few people provide practical solutions. I found the practical ideas that Sarah gave most useful. On top of that Sarah is an emphatic and caring listener". Annalie, August 2024

"Sarah has helped me control my nerve system, so that I can function at full capacity in class, and she has taught me how to control my anxiety and stress, especially during exams, which allows for me to stay calm, think clearly and answer questions thoroughly." Aaminah, May 2024

"About a year ago, Sarah recommended the book, If You Loved Yourself What Would You Do Now? By Eilat Aviram. I usually don’t put much effort into reading self help books and although I bought the book, I read bits here and there and put it in the bookshelf where it stayed until I started having sessions with Sarah. At the time, I was having great difficulty losing unhealthy weight. At one point Sarah and I started talking and she mentioned that I could have some sessions with her and discover parts of myself that I had never acknowledged before. I know that this course was a catalyst for change in my life. I am now waking up in the morning and going to bed at night with the knowledge that I am a valued human being and that I have begun to respect and love myself. As a result, I have started slowly losing the unwanted weight that I am carrying around. My body has let go of the wounds that I was suffering from and I feel like a new person. I am so very grateful and thankful for this. Sarah was very professional and very knowledgeable as well as helpful. I felt held and safe while I was being taken through the process and I use it whenever I feel I need it." Felicia, June 2024

"I had such a wonderful time with Sarah processing some of my physical anxiety and what the roots of it could be! Sarah is so welcoming, warm and non-judgmental. I felt very safe in her care. She also went above and beyond to check in and support me after our sessions. I am very grateful for the time! "Justine, December 2023

"Sarah is a caring, insightful, objective, knowledgeable leader in her field who has played a significant role in my healing journey. I highly recommend her services." Brandon, October 2024

"The sessions I have had with Sarah have helped me to understand the problems I have been having with my body and mind. Sarah's thoughtful and compassionate approach, along with a genuine interest in helping people to overcome old traumas and mental habits have helped to make this a very positive treatment experience. Archie" October 2024

contact Me

Re-story, Heal, Thrive

Get in Touch

I am based in Cape Town and see clients from my home or online.

Make an Appointment

sarah@walkerphysiotherapy.co.za
+27 72 2929 736

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