Our Story
Medella Collective was born from a simple but powerful vision: that every person deserves care that treats them as whole - not just a diagnosis or a symptom. Dr. Sarah King - owner and physical therapist with a heart for service, founded Medella with a desire to restore hope, movement, and confidence in a way that feels personal and purposeful.
For more than five years, Sarah has loved serving the Weatherford community through Medella Physical Therapy. Her commitment has always been to provide care that is personal, kind, efficient, and considerate of the whole person.
Sarah’s journey has also shaped Medella’s growth. During her husband’s battle with brain cancer, she became his fiercest advocate, curating a team of providers to give him the best quality of life possible. Those conversations planted the seed of what Medella could one day become - a collaborative space where wellness is supported from every angle. After his passing, Sarah spent months reflecting, praying, and envisioning what this next chapter could mean for herself, her daughter, and her community.
From that season of loss and hope, Medella Collective was born: a place where wellness is approached with skill, compassion, and faith. Each body is unique, and so is each journey. Here, hands-on care meets a listening ear. We combine clinical expertise with a true commitment to helping you move better, feel better, and live the life you were created for - one visit at a time.
Our Mission
We believe every person who steps into our care is made by God, seen by Him, and worthy of gentleness and skill. Pain and fear do not have the last word. Our mission is to restore hope, movement, and joy by caring for the whole person with steady hands, listening hearts, and a spirit of service.
We make room for you, your story, and your pace. We pray for wisdom, use evidence and experience with humility, and build simple plans you can live out. Care is always one on one. Touch is purposeful. Words are honest and kind. Pricing is clear so the focus stays on you.
At Medella Collective, physical therapy and wellness are tools in a larger calling. The point is the person in front of us, your life, your family, your calling. We measure progress by the things that matter in real life, lifting your child without pain, walking into work without fear, resting through the night.
What we promise
We will not rush you.
We will tell you the truth with compassion.
We will choose the simplest thing that helps.
We will celebrate every gain, and stand with you in every setback.
We will hold hope until you can hold it yourself.
Healing starts here..
Our team is made up of dedicated professionals who care deeply about every person we serve. With unique expertise and a shared commitment to compassionate, hands-on care, we’re here to help you move better, feel better, and live fully.
Our Team
Dr. Sarah King, PT, DPT, CFMT, CKTP
Founder, Owner • Physical Therapist
Sarah is the founder of Medella PT and the heart behind Medella Collective’s care. She is one of only a few hundred therapists worldwide certified in Functional Manual Therapy, bringing rare expertise and genuine compassion to every visit. Her hands-on, whole-person approach has helped everyone from local families to Broadway performers return to work, sport, and life with less pain and better function. Outside the clinic she is a devoted mom who values purpose, balance, and service.
Training and focus
Sarah completed extensive training with the Institute of Physical Art and earned the Certified Functional Manual Therapist credential in 2017. She has additional training in Visceral Manipulation, Craniosacral Therapy, Dry needling, Kinesio taping, and Pelvic floor therapy.
Education
Baylor University, B.S., 2012
Hardin-Simmons University, Doctor of Physical Therapy, 2015
Certifications
Certified Functional Manual Therapist (CFMT)
Certified Kinesio Taping Practitioner (CKTP)
Dr. Tyrel Means, PT, DPT, FAFS, FMR
Physical Therapist
Ty blends sports and movement science with a whole-person approach to help people move and feel better - whether that’s returning to sport, keeping up with kids, or getting through the workday without pain. Patients value his thoughtful, easy going nature and the way he personalizes care using both hands-on treatment and targeted exercise.
Training & clinical focus
Ty earned his Fellowship of Applied Functional Science (FAFS) from the Gray Institute in 2017 after 40 weeks of intensive study in functional biomechanics and sports medicine. He integrates techniques such as integrative dry needling, cupping, myofascial release, and Kinesio taping within comprehensive, movement-based plans of care.
Experience
He has treated across multiple settings - outpatient orthopedics, acute care, and skilled nursing—working in nine states as a traveling PT before settling back into the Fort Worth outpatient community. That breadth of experience informs his ability to tailor treatment to each person’s goals and lifestyle.
Education
Angelo State University - B.S., Kinesiology, 2009
Angelo State University - Doctor of Physical Therapy, 2012
Certifications
FAFS - Fellowship of Applied Functional Science (Gray Institute)
FMR - Functional Manual Reaction (Gray Institute) training
Outside the clinic
Ty enjoys woodworking, making custom sneakers, traveling, cheering on the Oregon Ducks, and spending time with his wife, toddler, and two dogs.
Bethany Herrera, APRN, FNP-C, ENP-C
Family Nurse Practitioner
Bethany Herrera is a board-certified Nurse Practitioner in Family and Emergency Medicine, dedicated to delivering compassionate, evidence-based care. Over the past three years, her experience has been focused in women’s health, where she has worked to provide personalized treatment, patient education, and preventive care. Prior to that, she worked in rural west Texas at critical access hospitals providing primary and emergency care services. With a strong foundation in both acute and primary care, Bethany is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care that promotes wellness and empowers individuals to achieve their best health.
Certifications & Clinical Focus
Board Certifications: FNP-C, ENP-C
Clinical Focus: Emergency care, rural health, women’s health; preventive care and patient education
Education
Hardin-Simmons University – B.S., Nursing
Hardin-Simmons University – M.S., Nursing
The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston – Post-Master’s, Emergency Medicine
Outside the Clinic
When she is not at work- Bethany enjoys spending time with her husband, Jordan and son, Christopher. They enjoy family walks, traveling, or staying home with their two miniature dachshunds.
Catherine Johnson
Clinic Manager • Patient Experience & Operations
Often the first friendly voice you’ll hear, Catherine makes every step—from your first call to each follow-up visit—feel effortless and welcoming. She oversees operations, scheduling, billing, and patient onboarding across all Medella Collective services, ensuring that every patient receives attentive, seamless care from start to finish.
With a strong background in healthcare administration and patient advocacy, Catherine is skilled at translating “insurance speak” into clear next steps for our direct-pay model, helping patients navigate superbills, reimbursement, and financial transparency with confidence.
Her favorite part of the job is celebrating patient wins—feeling better, gaining strength, healing, getting back to the gym, and restoring confidence. She brings warmth, organization, and heart to every interaction, championing both patients and providers alike.
Outside the clinic, Catherine is a Texas-based urban farmer who gardens, gathers eggs, and spoils her dogs. She’s a proud mom of four adult children and a grandmother, who believes deeply in balance, community, and purpose in every season of life.
Education
COM – A.A.S., Healthcare Administration, 2000
Certifications
HIPAA Compliance Officer Training
Customer Service in Healthcare Certification
Medical Billing & Coding Fundamentals – AAPC
Certified Medical Office Manager (CMOM)
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