Yolanda graduated with her Masters of Physical Therapy degree from the Medical College of Georgia in 2004.  Her bachelor’s degrees are in Exercise Science and Psychology.  Prior to attending graduate school, she was a group fitness instructor, master water fitness instructor teaching certification courses for fitness instructors and center director for weight management and lifestyle at Jenny Craig.  She is a 500-Hour Certified Pilates Instructor and Master Water Fitness Instructor.  She specializes in vestibular rehabilitation, balance training, core stabilization and pain management, and she has served the CSRA as a PT for 18 years.  She has a special interest in working with underserved populations including teens and adults with Scoliosis and Spina Bifida.   She is passionate about creating opportunities to introduce clients and patients to the principles and work of Joseph Pilates utilizing the specialty equipment such as the Reformer.  She believes that everybody can do Pilates safely to improve overall health, longevity and uniquely as part of their rehabilitation.  

As a former military wife, she has embraced the opportunity of fellowship within the military community and is a strong advocate for community outreach.  She loves kayaking, gardening, Mexican cooking, wine-tasting, traveling with her husband and three children, and serving her neighborhood as a volunteer ancillary member of the River Island Grounds Committee.