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Tianna Meriage-Reiter: From Private Practice to Prison PT
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In this episode of PT Path, host Amber Fitzsimmons interviews Tianna Meriage-Reiter, a dedicated alum and board member of the UCSF alumni association who transitioned from running her own practice in Alameda, CA, to working at the San Quentin Rehabilitation Center. Tianna shares her career journey, which includes her path from private practice, where she integrated yoga therapy, to her current role in a prison setting. Tiana discusses the challenges and rewards of working with people who are incarcerated, emphasizing the importance of trauma-informed care and the holistic approach she brings to her patients. This episode provides insight into navigating career transitions and finding meaningful work in unique settings.
Show notes:
- The population of San Quentin is about 2,200 at the time of recording.
- The model the prison is working towards is the Norwegian model of incarceration.
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