Amanda Shipley, PT, DPT, MTC
Dr. Amanda Shipley is a pelvic floor physical therapist with over 20 years of experience helping people in the Atlanta area prevent pelvic floor issues, reclaim their bodies, and move through life's biggest transitions — pregnancy, postpartum, perimenopause, and beyond — with confidence and comfort.
There's a version of healthcare where pelvic floor physical therapy is as routine as going to the dentist. That's the standard of care Dr. Amanda Shipley is working to create — one patient, one conversation, one transformed life at a time.
As the founder of Renew Pelvic Health in Decatur, Georgia, Dr. Shipley brings more than two decades of physical therapy expertise and nearly 19 years of specialized pelvic health practice to every session. She holds a Doctor of Physical Therapy from Northwestern University (where she earned the Clinical Education Award for superior clinical abilities), a Manual Therapy Certification from the University of St. Augustine, and advanced training through the Herman & Wallace Pelvic Health Rehabilitation Institute and APTA.
But what sets Amanda apart isn't just her credentials — it's how she practices.
She treats you as a whole person. That means your physical symptoms, yes — but also the nervous system patterns, nutritional habits, and emotional landscape that shape your health. In addition to hands-on manual therapy and individualized movement prescriptions, Amanda incorporates tools like red light therapy and research-backed supplements into care plans. She also works closely with your other providers, because she believes the best outcomes happen when your whole care team is aligned.
Originally from Connecticut, Dr. Shipley lives in Atlanta and enjoys spending time with her husband, two daughters, and two cats, playing soccer, reading, and traveling when possible.
Dr. Shipley sees patients of all genders, ages 18 and up, both in-person at her Decatur office and virtually.
Hi Amanda, just wanted to update you that everything went smoothly - and quickly - with my birth! My water broke at 11am and she was born just after 6pm. I only pushed for 25 minutes! Recovery is going well and I’m feeling so happy that I worked with you to help prepare.
-JG
Education & Affiliations
Bachelor’s in Natural Science (BS)
Muhlenberg College, Allentown, PA
Doctor of Physical Therapy (PT, DPT)
Northwestern University, Chicago, IL
- Clinical Education Award for superior clinical abilities
Manual Therapy Certification (MTC)
University of St. Augustine
Advanced Training in Pelvic Health
Herman and Wallace Pelvic Health Rehabilitation Institute
American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)
Additional Coursework In:
Health Coaching for Pregnancy and Motherhood, Dr Sears Wellness Institute
Spinning Babies
Fascial Mobilization
Affiliations
Physical Therapy Association of Georgia (PTAG)
National Vulvodynia Association (NVA)
International Association of Healthcare Practitioners (IAHP)
Areas of Interest
Dr. Shipley is especially passionate about supporting people through the life moments that most affect the pelvic floor:
Pregnancy & birth preparation
Postpartum recovery
Perimenopause & menopause
Pre- and post-abdominal or pelvic surgery
And including these areas of focus:
Chronic pelvic pain
Bladder, bowel & sexual function concerns
Preventative pelvic health
Meet Amanda
In the Media
Dr. Shipley has presented and educated on pelvic health, pelvic floor physical therapy, pregnancy, perimenopause, and healthy living at various local events, mom groups, multinational companies, and online. She has also been featured in various podcasts and online publications.
Featured In
How to Push (With Lots of Great Insights About Pelvic Health During Pregnancy!)
Preparing the Pelvic Floor for Birth
More Ways to Learn from Dr Shipley
Beyond her private practice, Dr Amanda Shipley shares her expertise in two other ways:
Progressive Pregnancy
Online Birth Prep Program
Dr. Shipley's holistic birth prep program helps expecting parents prepare their mind, body, and pelvic floor for a smoother, more empowered birth — in any setting. It combines pelvic floor physical therapy expertise with whole-body birth prep to help you feel confident, calm, and genuinely ready.
Also available as part of our Pregnancy to Postpartum Optimization Package!
The Kumbay’all Podcast:
The Whole Woman’s Resource
Dr. Shipley’s podcast is for women who want real, trustworthy health information without the overwhelm. Episodes cover pelvic floor health, pregnancy and postpartum, perimenopause, nervous system regulation, nutrition, sexual wellness, and more — all through the lens of whole-body, whole-person care.