About Medella Collective in Weatherford, TX

Sarah is the founder of Medella Collective and the heart behind its 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)

Ty blends sports and movement science with a whole-person approach to help people move and feel better - whether that’s returning to sports, 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 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.

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 - Certified Nursing Assistant, 1997
• 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)