Patients in pain?
Refer them to Thrive and they’ll be in good hands!
We’re you’re partner in helping your patients thrive.
Same day, evening, and weekend appointments available!
If you’d like your patient to receive physical therapy, simply fax over a referral with an “eval and treat” order and any other notes you’d like us to know. We will call them directly to set up the appointment.
Fax: (757) 416-7777
You may also call us directly at (757) 364-0067 and speak to one of our PTs.
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Thrive is a Participating Provider for the following networks:
- Aetna HMO/POS/PPO
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Anthem Healthkeepers, Inc.
- Cigna PPO/POS
- Medicare (including Humana Gold Medicare)
- Tricare – All forms, Including Humana Gold Medicare
- United Healthcare
- VA – Veteran’s Affairs (Community Health Optum)
- Workers’ Compensation (One Call, Medrisk, Corvel, Paradigm)
*We will contact your patient’s insurance provider to verify eligibility and benefits.
Other Payment Options
In addition to accepting medical insurance, we also have membership and package options to reduce a patient’s financial burden, as well as have discounted cash pay options. In addition to Physical Therapy, we offer other effective healing services including acupuncture, medical massage, cupping, energy healing, sports psychology, and restorative fitness private and small group classes. Check out our service section to learn more.
Thrive Proactive Health Market Square
2830 Virginia Beach Blvd.
Virginia Beach, VA 23452
Tel: 757-364-0067
Fax: 757-416-7777
HOURS
Monday • 9am – 7pm
Tuesday • 9am – 7pm
Wednesday • 9am – 7pm
Thursday • 9am – 7pm
Friday • 8am – 4:30pm
Saturday • 9am – 2pm alternating
Sunday • CLOSED
Meet Our Providers
Julie Blandin
PT, ATC, CSCS, PRC, DipACLM • ProviderÂ
Biomechanical Specialist & Movement Expert and Physical Therapist
Julie is an industry leading Sports Rehab and Postural Restoration® Specialist with over 17 years of experience in the Fitness and Sports Medicine industry. She is the only Hampton Roads Therapist Certified Provider in Postural Restoration®.
Through her diverse educational background and willingness to explore the unknown, Julie has developed an extensive and unique postgraduate skillset to offer you a holistic perspective on injury rehabilitation, prevention, and maintenance. Julie’s expertise bridges the gap between rehabilitation and performance. She highly values and understands the integration involved in the continuum of care associated with treating athletes and patients of all ages.
She has aborted many traditional therapy techniques in the quest to learn an advanced science that offers even the toughest patients some if not complete relief.
“I love purpose, passion, and serving others. Helping people achieve their goals and the health of our team is extremely important to me. I liberate and amplify the strengths and talents of others and facilitate teamwork so that we together can exceed expectations.”
– Julie
Julie’s Experience
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Licensed Direct Access Physical Therapist
advanced training in:Â- Movement Impairments
- Functional Movement
- Osteopathic Manual Medicine
- Pain Science
- Dry Needling
- Vacuum Cupping Therapy
- Anatomy Trains
- Various Manual Therapies
- Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization
- Certified Provider in Postural Restoration
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Certified Athletic Trainer: experienced working with athletes of all levels, including:Â
- Weekend warriors
- Elite collegiate
- Professional
- Tactical
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Certified Strength & Conditioning Coach
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Extensive Post-Graduate Study in the Postural Restoration Science
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Faculty Member of the Postural Restoration Institute: teaching nationally to:Â
- Health Care Practitioners
- Strength Coaches
- Athletic Trainers
- Fitness Professionals
On a personal note…
- Loves boating, beach days, and country concerts
- A proud military wife
- Loves to eat anything Italian
- Favorite movie – Fast & Furious
- Favorite music – Country
Giselle Vermilyea
DPT, RYT • Provider
Physical Therapist
For Giselle, yoga has been an excellent way to balance mind and body while promoting healthy movement patterns. She aims to integrate principles of yoga with her physical therapy practice and as it ties into postural restoration. She believes that movement is medicine and everyone is capable of changing and optimizing their personal journey with health and wellness.
Giselle’s Experience
Giselle’s clinical experience has been largely in outpatient orthopedic physical therapy. Throughout her education and training, Giselle has aimed to dissect what motivates others to pursue healthier, holistic, and more sustainable outcomes rather than chasing symptoms.
She has had the opportunity to work with individuals of all ages and functional capacities – from military members to weekend warriors – and enjoys the challenge of creating an individualized treatment plan to optimize one’s movement.
Education / Certifications / Training Courses
- Doctor of Physical Therapy from Samford University in Birmingham, AL
- Certified in Dry Needling
- Registered yoga teacher, certified in hatha-vinyasa yoga instruction
- Further education in Nutrition and Healthy Living from Cornell University
On a personal note…
Giselle has been fortunate to be well-traveled from trips with her family growing up, but would love to visit more of Europe with her husband and son! She lived in Japan for three years before moving to Virginia Beach and loved the opportunity to live abroad. She finds cultural immersion eye-opening and fascinating.
- Giselle is a proud mother and military wife. She values time with her family and creating experiences with her baby boy and husband.
- Hobbies include going to the beach, cooking and trying new foods, yoga, hiking, and cycling