At Empower Physical Therapy & Consulting, we aim to deliver personalized, evidence-based physical therapy that helps active individuals recover from injury, move without pain, and return to training with confidence. We design customized care plans that respect your rehab needs and your training goals, bridging the gap between rehabilitation and performance. By bringing high-quality physical therapy directly to your gym, home, or online, we remove barriers to care and help you rebuild strength, resilience, and trust in your body for the long term.

MEET YOUR PHYSICAL THERAPISTS:

Jeff Thibodeau, DPT
Owner & Physical Therapist

Jeff Thibodeau received a bachelor's degree in kinesiology in 2008 and doctorate in physical therapy in 2010 from Husson University. After 14 years of treating patients, Jeff has achieved his goal of opening his own practice (Empower PT & Consulting) which offers services at The Form Lab, in-home, and at several other locations in the Greater Portland area. He is excited to be able to deliver personalized, quality care to his patients. Jeff has worked with patients of varying diagnoses and ages for many years. He offers extensive experience in orthopedic rehabilitation disorders. He has certifications in joint replacement aftercare, ACL prevention and rehabilitation, joint mobilization, dry needling, and specialized orthopedic care. In his spare time Jeff enjoys being outdoors skiing, golfing and hiking with his wife Kendall and daughter Adeline.

James Townsend, DPT
Physical Therapist

James, a Delaware native, earned his bachelor’s degree in exercise physiology from the University of Delaware in 2011, where he competed for four years on the track & field and cross-country teams. He went on to complete his doctorate of physical Therapy at the University of New England in 2015, followed by a 16-month orthopedic residency at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center.  James is a board-certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS), a designation that reflects advanced expertise in orthopedic rehabilitation

His diverse clinical background has allowed him to develop strong expertise in treating a wide range of orthopedic and sports-related injuries, from acute issues to complex, long-standing conditions. James has a particular passion for working with runners, endurance athletes, and golfers—helping them navigate injury recovery, optimize performance, and build sustainable programs that keep them doing what they love for years to come. He is excited to join the Empower team.

Outside of work, James enjoys running, cycling, playing golf, and exploring the outdoors with his wife, Allie.