Welcome to Livwell
Expert Physical Therapy Care for Functional Recovery and Wellness
LivWell Physical Therapy and Wellness is an outpatient clinic in McCalla, Alabama. We provide expert, individualized physical therapy care with an emphasis on functional recovery, injury prevention and wellness. LivWell aims to serve patients with compassion through skilled physical therapy care rooted in faith, family and excellence.
Learn moreOlivia Deese, PT, DPT
Owner & Physical Therapist
Olivia Deese is a licensed Physical Therapist with over 10 years of experience specializing in outpatient orthopedic rehabilitation. She earned her Bachelor’s degree from the University of West Alabama, where she also played collegiate volleyball, and went on to complete her Doctorate of Physical Therapy at the University of South Alabama.
Throughout her career, Olivia has been passionate about helping patients restore movement, reduce pain, and achieve their personal goals—whether returning to sport, recovering from surgery, or improving overall wellness. Her approach blends clinical expertise with genuine compassion, emphasizing individualized care that supports the whole person.
A resident of McCalla, Alabama, Olivia is active in her community and enjoys spending time outdoors with her husband and three sons. Together, they enjoy fishing, hunting, and sports. She and her family attend Tannehill Valley Baptist Church, where faith plays an important role in her life and work.
Olivia feels blessed to serve others through her profession and is grateful for the opportunity to make a positive impact each day—thanking the Lord for a career she truly loves.
Core Values
Faith
We place our faith at the center of all we do—trusting God to guide our practice, our decisions, and our care for every individual who walks through our doors.
Family
We believe in treating each patient like family, creating a welcoming environment built on trust, support, and genuine connection.
Compassion
We approach every person with kindness, understanding, and empathy—meeting them where they are and helping them move forward with hope and healing.
Empowerment
We strive to empower our patients to take an active role in their recovery and wellness, providing the tools and confidence to live life to the fullest.
Education
We are committed to continual learning and patient education—sharing knowledge that promotes long-term health, injury prevention, and independence.
Integrity
We hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards, ensuring honesty, transparency, and consistency in all aspects of care and business.
Excellence
We pursue excellence in our clinical skills, customer service, and outcomes—continually improving to deliver the best possible care to our community.
Community
We are dedicated to serving and strengthening our community, building relationships that extend beyond the clinic and contribute to a healthier, more active McCalla.
Testimonials
Olivia is a caring and passionate physical therapist! She greeted me each day with a smile and listened to my needs and concerns. She not only came up with a plan to help correct my issues with Plantar Fasciatis but assisted me with ways to strengthen my hips, back and core. She took my overall health into consideration and was able to assist me in reaching my goal of running again. Olivia was far more than a therapist, she became a friend and I am so grateful for all she did to help me and will certainly use her again in the future and recommend to my family and friends.
– Margie
Olivia was the biggest part of my recovery from knee replacement . IF you have been through this surgery then you know that PT is one of the most important part of a full recovery. Olivia was always positive and my biggest cheerleader. There were many days I did not want to go to PT but once I did my knee always felt better. Another BLESSING we became great FRIENDS!!!!
– Paige
Olivia is an outstanding physical therapist who helped me recover from a partially torn calf muscle. Olivia has a rare combination of clinical knowledge and genuine compassion. She explained the rehabilitation process clearly, created a customized plan for my injury, and adjusted exercises as my recovery progressed, ensuring every step felt purposeful. Her approach included progressive strength exercises and hands-on methods that rebuilt my confidence in my leg—not just relieving pain but actually helping restore strength and flexibility. She recognized that stiffness in my ankle likely contributed to the tear in my calf muscle and included exercises and stretching for my ankle as well as my calf muscle to help prevent further injury.Olivia answered all my questions and provided practical tips for my daily routine to help speed up healing. As a result, I was able to get back to running and playing basketball quickly. If you need someone knowledgeable, patient, and dedicated for physical therapy or injury rehab, Olivia is the therapist to see. Highly recommended for anyone who wants thorough professional care and real results.
– Alan
My son is an athlete and needed physical therapy. Olivia was by far the BEST physical therapist we have ever been treated by. She listened and understood my son’s needs and even took time to get to know him. He looked forward to seeing her twice a week. She took time to teach him proper techniques that he still uses today to help with stretching and building strength, so his injuries do not recur. I also, began receiving treatment from Olivia for bursitis in my hip. Once again, she went above and beyond, teaching me Pilates and other forms of stretching and strengthening. Olivia has gained a lifetime customer out of our family because she truly cares!
– Jessica