About Movement Mantra

The Movement Mantra Method

At Movement Mantra Physical Therapy we are a self pay or “cash based” therapy model.

This doesn’t mean you only have to pay with cash! It just means we don’t take insurance. This allows for a one-on-one setting without the rush or being told exercises and then fending for yourself. You can expect in-depth evaluations and personalized plans of care. The initial evaluation consists of a conversation about your history, needs and goals, and then a physical evaluation to determine what may be causing your pain or limitations. From there, your doctor of physical therapy will devise an individualized treatment plan using the biopsychosocial model that addresses acute and chronic issues you may be facing. We offer a variety of services including manual therapy, trigger point dry needling and specialized targeted exercises to promote healing. With a movement focused methodology and comprehensive approach we work not only to decrease pain but to progress you in a way that allows you to meet your individual goals.

Movement Mantra goes beyond traditional insurance based practices to give you tools to prevent injury, move optimally, and cultivate positive habits for an active, healthy life.

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Our Philosophy

Movement Mantra Physical Therapy commits to a continuum of excellent care pushing beyond the traditional physical therapy model. In a cash-based setting we can work past the prior level of function and into helping you grow into the best version of you. Whether getting over a surgery, being able to play with your kids, hike a mountain or run a race. It is our philosophy that life is best lived optimally!

  • To bring a holistic and individualized approach through goal-oriented movement, optimizing living and enhancing performance for all.

  • To inspire you to be the healthiest and happiest you can be, through functional movement education and comprehensive health principles, elevating your life to the next level.

Meet Libby

Founder of Movement Mantra Physical Therapy & Coaching

Dr. Elizabeth “Libby” Schwartz graduated summa cum laude from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy after earning her Bachelor’s in Food Science and Nutrition from the University of Tennessee at Knoxville.

Early in her career, Libby saw how traditional, insurance-based therapy limited the ability to truly treat the whole person. That realization sparked Movement Mantra Physical Therapy, a cash-based practice dedicated to helping people move beyond pain, improve performance, and build strength for life.

As a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Precision Nutrition Coach, and Registered Yoga Teacher, Libby integrates strength, mobility, mindset, and nutrition to create a truly holistic, fitness-forward approach. Through her signature CORE Method—Clarity, Organize, Rise, Embody— she helps high-performing and highly driven individuals—from entrepreneurs and professionals to runners and active adults—gain clarity around their health, rebuild their foundation, and design systems for longevity.

Her clients are the go-getters—the people who refuse to settle for burnout or pain and instead want to perform, lead, and live fully for decades to come. Whether they’re getting back to running, returning to the gym, or staying strong for the long haul, Libby helps them create the strength, energy, and freedom to do what they love most.

Beyond one-on-one coaching, Libby is creating spaces for connection and collaboration through the Movement Mantra Mastermind and the Human Health Collective—bringing together health professionals, entrepreneurs, and community members to reimagine what it means to live well.

When she’s not coaching or leading events, you can find her running the Chattanooga Riverwalk, lifting weights, in a yoga class, dancing salsa and bachatta with the Chattalatin crewor exploring the world—connecting with new cultures, sharing good food, and spending time with friends and family.

The Mind Behind the Movement:

FAQ

  • Mantra: Origin: Sanskrit - literally “a thought behind speech or action”, more currently “that which is often repeated and expresses something that people believe in.”

    When Libby was traveling in Thailand, mantras were phrases used to help with a meditative practice. As an active person, moving meditations such as yoga or running were always more her style. Making movement her mantra. Thus, Movement Mantra was born.

    We all move in different ways with different activity preferences but the movement is a constant. The Movement Mantra Physical Therapy practice works to get you back to the activity you love, allowing you to repeat the mantra of movement that you most cherish.

  • Yes! Your one-on-one Telehealth physical therapy can look very similar to an in-person session. Telehealth therapy services include the same detailed medical history reviews, posture analysis, visual examinations and individualized plans of care that you would receive in person. An added benefit is that you will learn self-treatment techniques in your “home” environment such as a living room, gym, or even your place of work.

  • There is no referral requirement to see a physical therapist in the state of Tennessee. However you can always call to schedule a 15 min consultation to see if you should discuss care with your MD first.

  • You can click here to schedule online or call/text our office number. Once you become a client then you can schedule via the Jane app!

  • After scheduling online, an email containing the required documentation will be sent to you. Documentation includes intake forms, health history background and forms related to your problem areas. Please complete these forms before your visit!

  • The initial evaluation will consist of a medical history review in order to understand all past and current medical conditions so your therapist can ensure you are an appropriate candidate for physical therapy. The therapist will review your movement goals and perform a physical examination looking at areas that may be contributing to your unique problem areas. This may include strength, flexibility, balance and various movement assessments. Finally, you will receive a customized plan of care including therapeutic exercise.

    Treatment sessions will be one-on-one with your physical therapist. Treatments will consist of targeted therapeutic techniques and movements to address your specific limitations. You will receive education on your condition and self-management skills to get you back to doing the things you love the most.

  • The initial evaluation is blocked for 75-90 minutes. The subsequent appointments are 60 min blocks.

  • Please wear loose and/or comfortable clothing, this will allow your therapist to access the treatment areas and for them to be easily visible. For example if coming in for a knee evaluation please bring shorts!

  • The cost of each patient’s treatment plan will vary, contact us for a free 15 minute phone consultation to get started.

  • We accept all major credit/debit cards, check, HSA and FSA and exact cash payments.

  • The long answer: The answer to this one is a bit tricky based on the laws regarding Medicare and insurance. Under the law any covered services of Medicare (i.e., treatments that are medically necessary) cannot be provided by a cash-based PT. However, those who are Medicare beneficiaries and would like to participate in fitness and wellness services offered by a PT are allowed under the law. If the patient’s status changes to become medically necessary then they must be referred out to a Medicare-contracted provider.

    The short answer: Cash based/ Self pay PT’s can provide fitness and wellness services that Medicare does not recognize as medically necessary.

  • While we do not accept insurance, we can provide you with a super-bill that you can submit to your insurance for possible reimbursement of “out of network physical therapy”. All payments for our services are required at time of service.

  • Yes! As a licensed medical practice we can accept FSA or HAS cards.

  • As a cash-based clinic, we do not take insurance as a primary payment. This allows us to deliver one on one care with your physical therapist that most insurance-based clinics cannot provide. The out of network cash-based model allows us at Movement Mantra Physical Therapy to spend more time with you at all phases of evaluation and treatment due to less overhead costs in navigating insurance. This also allows us to have the freedom to treat you for as many sessions as needed instead of limited by what your insurance dictates and qualifiers such as “return to base-line”. Instead, we move past this traditional model to not only get you feeling better but prevent injury in the future. Furthermore, we have the freedom and flexibility to treat you as a whole and do not require multiple referrals for different problem areas. Overall, “Cash-based” or the self pay model at Movement Mantra Physical Therapy allows you more direct and efficient treatment, with no surprise bills and allows a holistic approach to treatment getting you back to your favorite activities and reach your highest potential.

  • Yes! We offer wellness programming tailored to your needs including specific injury prevention programming, performance training with strength and conditioning, and individualized mobility and yoga training. Movement Manta wants to keep you performing and achieving your best. While you can always drop in and schedule an appointment, we offer monthly memberships that include levels from 1-2 sessions a month paired with a 30-min virtual “check-up” and 30min body work sessions (manual therapy and recovery including: massage, assisted stretching, IASTM, cupping). We want to stay connected with you to address minor irritations before they become a painful problem!

  • In order to ensure that we can continue to provide one-on-one services we have a 24 hour cancellation policy.

    All appointments should be canceled at least 24 hours before the time of that appointment to avoid full charge of the therapeutic session.

    A valid credit card is required on file to secure an appointment due to our 24 hour cancellation policy. However cards will not be charged until services are rendered.

    Appointments can be changed or rescheduled PRIOR to 24 hours before the original appointment time.