Scholastics:

Dr. Walhaus earned her Doctorate of Occupational Therapy at University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, San Marcos. She previously attended La Sierra University, earning a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology.

Credentials:

• AOTA member

• Licensed in the state of Oregon

• Herman and Wallace Pelvic Function Level 1 and 2A

• DONA Postpartum Doula trained

• 200-hour Hatha Yoga Teacher trained

Experience:

Erin has worked as an OT in a variety of settings, including outpatient, home health, & telehealth. She understands the importance that valued occupations (daily activities) and roles play in our day-to-day lives and aims to support clients who are struggling with these due to:

• Painful sex

• Difficulties with urination or bowel movements

• Complications with pelvic organ prolapse

• Chronic hip/back pain

• Other related conditions

At the center of her practice, Dr. Walhaus approaches care from Whole Person, Neurodivergent Affirming & Decolonized perspectives.

Her professional interests include the use of psychosocial strategies to address mental health symptoms impacting the core and pelvic floor, physical modalities to relieve discomfort/pain, somatic movement to promote mobility/stability, and education to boost client empowerment and therapeutic follow-through.

Hobbies:

When she’s not working, Erin enjoys occupations such as practicing yoga & pole dance, going to live concerts, swimming in any body of water, and eating out at yummy spots in the city. You might also spot her on a bike path during the summer!