Brittany Sudbrook, PT, MSPT

Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists

It wasn’t until the birth of my daughter in 2019 that my physical therapy career changed direction. After spending 10+ years in Orthopedic PT, I decided to take a leap of faith. After childbirth, I was left with pelvic pain, urinary incontinence, and diastasis recti. Here I was with a newborn baby with pelvic pain, and I lacked the knowledge to help myself. All I would hear is, “Welcome to motherhood. Peeing on yourself is the rite of passage to being a mother.” Well, that wasn’t good enough for me. This led me to a feverish pursuit to gain knowledge of the pelvic floor and associated treatment concepts. Empower Pelvic Health was born to blend my love for orthopedics with the skills gained from my exhaustive research and advanced education in pelvic floor therapy! Knowledge is power, and people have immense freedom when supported and guided to understand themselves truly. As Empower has grown, and I have taken a step back from patient care, my passion has become building up wonderful and talented pelvic floor specialists. 

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Brittany Sudbrook received her Master of Science in Physical Therapy at Texas State University and is a fellowship-trained Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapist. Brittany is a faculty member of the Manual Therapy Institute, a post-doctorate fellowship program teaching physical therapists advanced problem-solving and hands-on manual therapy skills. She has taught continuing education courses to hundreds of physical therapists nationwide. When not treating patients or teaching, Brittany enjoys spending time with her husband, Michael, daughter, Audrey, and their dog, Oakley.

Michael Sudbrook

While my recent "official" title at Empower Pelvic Health may suggest a newfound prominence, my contributions have long been rooted in a supporting role. When Brittany, my wife and the clinic's owner, approached me one spring afternoon in 2020, amidst the turmoil of a pandemic, with the idea of launching her own Pelvic Floor Therapy clinic, my reaction was uncharacteristic. Typically, skeptical and hesitant, I would try to convince her why NOW was not the right time. This time however, I sensed a profound shift. There was a palpable surge of passion and purpose driving her WHY! When our daughter was just one year old, Brittany confided in me about her personal battle with post-partum complications following her delivery. She spoke passionately about the urgent need for better care and resources for mothers navigating similar challenges. From this heartfelt conversation emerged Empower Pelvic Health, a testament to Brittany's resilience and vision, and my newfound favorite place of employment. I bring with me a rich background in physical therapy. As a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant, I had the privilege of working closely with patients on their journey to recovery. Building meaningful relationships with patients and empowering them to conquer physical obstacles and regain independence was the highlight of my work.

Outside of the office, Michael's heart belongs to his cherished family. He revels in every moment spent with his loving wife, their precious daughter, Audrey, and their loyal furry companion, Oakley. Whether it's a leisurely walk in the park or a cozy movie night at home, family time is truly special to Michael. When it comes to leisure activities, Michael has a penchant for the adrenaline rush that accompanies watching scary movies. Being a Houston native, he is a passionate supporter of our city's sports teams. Whether it's cheering on the Rockets, Texans, or Astros, you can bet he'll be rooting for our hometown heroes whenever they hit the field or court.

Ashley Webb, PT, DPT

Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists

I have spent the past four years practicing as a physical therapist in an orthopedic outpatient setting. I also completed my fellowship in manual physical therapy in 2023. While completing fellowship mentoring hours, I was awakened to the world of pelvic floor therapy. I realized that while treating in a “normal” outpatient orthopedic setting, I was missing a piece of the puzzle: the pelvic floor! I also realized “pelvic floor problems” affected more than just postpartum women. Everyone has the potential to have pelvic floor issues including athletes of all ages. Whether you have had a baby or not, pelvic floor issues exist, and I want to encourage women to speak up about ANY symptoms they have and help women have a greater voice in their own personal healthcare journey. Treating the musculoskeletal system as a whole to help assist patients in returning to activities that make them happy is my passion. I believe physical activity is the key to longevity in life and an improved quality of life. By providing patients with tools and strategies to mitigate symptoms and problems along the way, I can help patients achieve their individual goals.  

Ashley is a born and raised Texan. She received her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from UT Tyler where she also played college softball. She then went on to obtain her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from The University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston. Growing up, she enjoyed playing softball and barrel racing. In her spare time, she continues to enjoy riding her horse and working on her family’s land taking care of all of their horses, cows, and dogs. She also tap into her competitive side playing slow pitch softball on the weekends with friends. Her true passion in life is traveling to the mountains. She loves cold weather and absolutely loves any chance to hike or go whitewater rafting.  

Chimira Peacock, PT, DPT

Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Sports Physical Therapy

My interest in pelvic health started in physical therapy school. Back then, I was not ready to “dive into” the pelvic health world. I spent most of my 13 years as a provider in a hospital-based outpatient sports/orthopedic clinic. As I progressed in my career as a sports physical therapist, I realized two things: the pelvis is the foundation of the human body and I was missing an important link treating patients. My realization became more apparent when I was a patient on my own pelvic health journey during my pregnancy and postpartum. Every individual deserves high-quality pelvic health to maximize their function and improve overall quality of life. My passion to provide top-notch care comes from my own personal journey into motherhood. Due to residual deficits from an orthopedic surgery, I had difficulties with pain throughout my pregnancy. It was not until I sought care at this fabulous pelvic PT clinic (ahem, Empower Pelvic Health) that I was given hope that I can enjoy my pregnancy. I strive to give all my patients that same hope.

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Chimira received her Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science from Texas State University in 2007. She continued her education at Washington University in St. Louis, where she earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy in 2011. She is currently pursuing her Doctor of Science degree in Rehabilitation Sciences at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. In her spare time, Chimira enjoys spending time with her amazing husband, stepson, and daughter. She also enjoys watching/attending sporting events (Go Houston Dash!) and playing board games.

Emily McAuley

My sister, who was a patient here at Empower Pelvic Health after the birth of my niece, is the reason I am here today and the first person to ever tell me about pelvic floor physical therapy. I had been exposed to the birthing field for many years as I had the honor of attending my first nephew’s homebirth and learn about birth from my sister, who has worked as a doula. When the opportunity arose to become the Patient Care Coordinator here, I knew immediately I was interested. I have worked in the customer service field for most of my teenage and adult life and have always enjoyed the opportunity I had in those positions to love on people in small ways and in small moments. Over the last few years here, I have truly fallen in love with this field and the Empower Culture.  Through my work here at EPH, I have been able to witness the way in which pelvic floor physical therapy can change the lives of both men and women, and I am so thankful for the opportunity to lead the administrative team as Office Manager in providing the best, most kind, and compassionate care. 

Emily received her Bachelor's of Science in Recreation, Park and Tourism Sciences from Texas A&M University in 2018. At the same time, she received her Undergraduate Certificates in Tourism Management, Youth Development and Event Management as well as a Minor in Psychology. Emily is native to the Houston Area. She loves coffee, Jesus, and going to the beach (even Galveston), and in her free time, she enjoys reading and watching movies, especially horror movies, as well as spending time with her family, friends and her labradoodle, Milo.

Drohi Edward

The medical field has always been a peak interest of mine for as long as I can remember. My parents and brother have had various medical issues which required them to visit hospitals regularly, so I grew up around nurses and doctors of different fields which I believe is where my admiration for healthcare began. I have had opportunities where I have gotten to shadow hospitals during high school and have envisioned myself being a part of this community to help others ever since. I truly believe that empathy, care, and going above and beyond for one another are important aspects of human nature. My experience in customer service stems from working with Chick-Fil-A for over 6 years and I have learned so much about trust, growth, and development. I have also learned that kindness to others can go a long way, so I try to reflect that in everything I do. I love to interact and laugh with others (I sometimes can get distracted with all the laughing I do) and try my best to make others feel included. I am delighted to officially start my medical field journey here at Empower as their Patient Care Coordinator! My goal is to ensure that each individual feels heard and cared for throughout their journey with us.

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Drohi was born in New York and has lived in Alabama, India, and multiple cities in Texas before settling in Houston. She attended the University of Houston where she recently received her Bachelor’s of Science in Psychology with a minor in Health. Drohi loves dogs (especially her yellow lab, Charlie Brown), drinking iced coffee, fall weather, and traveling to new places. She is also currently planning her wedding with her fiancé Alfredo, which has been very exciting!