Jennifer Yong, PT, DPT

Body Harmony Physical Therapy

Jennifer received her Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Adelphi University and her Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree from Long Island University – Brooklyn. Jennifer has received recognition from the New York Physical Therapy Association (NYPTA) – earning the Brooklyn/Staten Island District Student Achievement Award and Minority Student NYPTA Leader Award and continues to hone her clinical reasoning and manual therapy skills by taking continuing education courses. She sat for a certification in Functional Manual Therapy with the Institute of Physical Art in 2016. She continues to pursue additional manual therapy training with the Jones Institute and Counterstrain Academy focusing on Fascial Counterstrain techniques. In addition, Jennifer has training through the Herman & Wallace Pelvic Rehabilitation Institute, emphasizing on Women’s Pelvic Health. She has an interest in working with issues such as endometriosis, pelvic pain, dyspareunia, and various bowel and bladder disorders, such as urinary incontinence and constipation. Jennifer’s treatment approach emphasizes identifying the primary driver behind the dysfunctions in the body that are causing inefficient movement. She believes in working closely with her patients to achieve their goals of optimal function and movement. Jennifer has published her research in the field of neuroscience in the Anatomy and Physiology Journal and has presented her work at local and national conferences. She plans to continue her passion for pursuing knowledge in physical therapy by participating in new, ongoing research efforts. Outside of the clinic, Jennifer enjoys participating in community service and fellowship activities. She enjoys staying active by hiking and playing sports, such as bowling and handball, which she played competitively in high school. She is also an avid fan of baseball, hockey, and football.