Meet the Owners of Haven Integrative Physical Therapy
Dr. Katherine Jacob & Dr. Joshua Jacob graduated from Daemen University before pursuing careers in travel physical therapy for four years prior to returning home to Western New York.
Their professional experience has taken them across the country, from Maine to Alaska and many places in between. Throughout their travels, they worked in a variety of clinical settings while pursuing advanced continuing education from leading practitioners nationwide. These experiences helped shape their comprehensive and individualized approach to patient care.
Why We Started Haven
Haven Integrative Physical Therapy was created to provide highly personalized, one-on-one fascial care for individuals struggling with chronic pain, mobility limitations, and unresolved dysfunction.
Dr. Katherine and Dr. Joshua have both completed extensive post-graduate training in advanced manual therapy techniques, including Fascial Counterstrain, allowing them to assess and treat structures and body systems that are often overlooked by traditional approaches. Their goal is to provide thoughtful, precise care designed to create meaningful and lasting improvements in function and quality of life.
Dr. Katherine Jacob
Doctor of Physical Therapy
Dr. Katherine developed a passion for health and wellness through her involvement in dance and gymnastics as a teenager, which inspired her to pursue a profession focused on helping others take control of their health and well-being. She earned her Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2020 during the height of the pandemic and has experience treating both chronic pain and pelvic floor dysfunction. Dr. Katherine is passionate about empowering individuals to find lasting relief and explore treatment options beyond pain medication. She believes deeply in the body’s ability to heal when given the proper support and opportunities. Through both her personal and professional experiences with Fascial Counterstrain, she has witnessed the profound impact this approach can have on pain, mobility, and overall quality of life. Outside of the clinic, Dr. Katherine enjoys practicing yoga, baking, snowboarding, and hiking with her family.
Dr. Joshua Jacob
Doctor of Physical Therapy
Dr. Joshua earned his Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2021 and has since gained extensive experience working in travel physical therapy across more than 10 states. His clinical interests include working with athletes, vestibular conditions, head injuries, and individuals living with chronic pain. As a young adult, Dr. Joshua personally struggled with years of unexplained low back pain and found little relief through traditional treatment approaches. During physical therapy school, he was introduced to Fascial Counterstrain through a clinical mentor he shadowed and was immediately struck by the profound impact of the technique. After experiencing significant improvement in his own chronic pain following treatment, he became passionate about studying Fascial Counterstrain more extensively. Since then, he has continued advanced training in the technique with the goal of helping individuals who feel frustrated, stuck, or discouraged after unsuccessful experiences with other chronic pain treatments. Dr. Joshua is dedicated to providing thoughtful, individualized care that helps patients restore mobility, reduce pain, and return to the activities that matter most to them.
Lifestyle Without Limitations
Personalized physical therapy with lasting relief
Our Beginning
Haven Integrative Physical Therapy was created from a shared vision between Dr. Katherine and Dr. Josh to bring a more personalized and holistic approach to physical therapy in Buffalo.
Through their clinical experiences, they recognized the need for patient-centered care that prioritizes both compassion and individualized treatment. Together, they built Haven to be a welcoming space where thoughtful care, advanced manual therapy, and genuine connection come together to support each person’s unique healing journey.
Their mission is to provide the highest quality care possible while helping individuals find relief, restore confidence in their bodies, and return to the activities that matter most to them.
Our Commitment to You
At Haven Integrative Physical Therapy, we believe exceptional care begins with truly listening to each individual’s experience and goals. Every treatment plan is thoughtfully tailored to support your unique needs, lifestyle, and long-term wellness.
We are committed to providing compassionate, one-on-one care in an environment where you feel supported, understood, and empowered throughout your healing journey. Our goal is to help guide you toward lasting relief, improved function, and greater confidence in your body.
