Mallory Rea was born in Evansville, IN, and grew up in Newburgh, IN. She obtained her Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science from Ball State University and her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Indiana University. She is certified in ASTYM and Dry Needling.

She has been a practicing Physical Therapist since 2020. In the spring of 2022 she completed a Residency in Orthopedics and then obtained her Board Certification as an Orthopedic Certified Specialist. Her professional affiliations include, American Physical Therapy Association, National Board for Certification in Physical Therapy, American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties.

In her spare time, Mallory enjoys hiking with her husband and 2 dogs, working on home projects, and spending time with her family.