"I rely in extensive training and years of experience to give my patients high-quality care. But the most powerful tool I have is my ability to communicate -- to effectively teach and encourage patients throughout the healing process."

HELPING OTHERS MASTER THERAPY SKILLS

"Our knowledge of how the various elements of the body interact is always being updated. I'm proud to help spread that knowledge by teaching courses to other physical therapists. It’s an important part of expanding and improving our profession."

EMPHASIZING THE VALUE OF ERGONOMICS

"An important part of my practice is conducting ergonomic evaluations for local companies. By examining how employees function in the workplace, I can teach them the importance of good posture and body mechanics, and show them how to use their equipment correctly. This helps business owners establish a healthy work environment, and avoid future expenses due to injuries."

ALWAYS INVOLVED PROFESSIONALLY

"One way I stay informed about new developments is through professional organizations. I meet with and learn from other physical therapists about what's working and what isn't."

EDUCATION FORMS THE FOUNDATION OF EFFECTIVE CARE

"As a student, I worked hard to attain the best physical therapy education possible.
And now that I have nearly twenty years of practice experience, I'm even more grateful for the knowledge and skills I received. I rely on my education every day -- to relieve pain, restore mobility, and help people achieve lasting healing."

SHARING KNOWLEDGE WITH OTHERS

"For me, it's not enough to have mastered the knowledge and skills required to be an effective physical therapist. An important part of my profession is extending what I've learned to students and other professionals."

FIRSTHAND EXPERIENCE HELPS HER TREAT SPORTS INJURIES

"My years as a world-class athlete have given me valuable firsthand experience with sports injuries. Because I've struggled with injuries myself, I understand the importance or relieving pain fast, and speeding the healing process so that athletes can continue to pursue their goals."

ALWAYS ACTIVE IN THE COMMUNITY

"I enjoy sharing my times with others - whether I'm teaching young people the value of fitness and athletic competition, or volunteering my skills to expectant mothers. It's my way of giving back to the community that has given me so much.

SHARING THE HEALING POWER OF KNOWLEDGE

"A major component to successful rehabilitation is patient education. As patients become aware and understand the nature of their dysfunctions, their role in the rehabilitation process is ultimately realized."

TAKING THE SPORTS MEDICINE APPROACH

"I apply the sports medicine approach to all my patients. This approach has proven successful regardless of the patient's age or athletic skill. Having a solid background in the treatment and rehabilitation of sports injuries not only allows me to treat the pain, but it also helps me return my patients to their pre-injury status quickly."

ACTIVE IN HIS COMMUNITY

"It's important to me to share my time and professional knowledge with those in need in my community."

DEDICATION TO ONGOING EDUCATION

"An important tool in the rehabilitation of patients is a strong educational background.
With the education I have received, I can help patients understand their dysfunction
as well as aid in their restoration to full functional recovery."

FIRSTHAND EXPERIENCE HELPS HER TREAT SPORTS INJURIES

"Having competed at the collegiate level, I can appreciate the amount of discipline and hard work it takes to prepare the body for the rigors of competition. However, when a short recovery is necessary for an injured athlete, the rehab process is crucial.
With my personal sports background and physical therapy education, I am able to
relate to and assist patients in the return to a full state of health."

STAYING INFORMED PROFESSIONALLY STAYING

"Since there are always advances in techniques of treatment and rehabilitation,
my professional memberships allow me to keep up with current information.
This enables me to stay updated on various methods to help my patients on their road to recovery."

EDUCATION FORMS THE FOUNDATION OF SUCCESS

"As a student, I worked hard to attain the best education possible. But it's not limited to a college degree. I continue to take professional courses and certification to exceed the requirement. I love expanding my knowledge and learning new skills."

ATHLETIC EXPERIENCE PROVIDES EXTRA BENEFITS AT

"My years as a successful softball player have given me valuable first hand experience in training for athletics. I understand the process to athletic success and enjoy sharing the path to help athletes reach their goals."

ACTIVE VOLUNTEER IN THE COMMUNITY

"I believe in serving others and sharing my abilities with those in need.
I enjoy giving back to the community because I have received so much."

WELL-FOUNDED EDUCATION IN THE HUMAN DEVELOPMENT

"My desire to help patients is based on a solid professional background in four different but complementary subjects. Utilizing this experience I feel fortunate teaching patients self-awareness that allows them to re-connect with their natural ability to move by overcoming dysfunctional habits of movement."

REHABILITATION THROUGH SELF-AWARENESS

"Many people suffer from chronic pain that affects their health and ability to function;
or their movements and posture might be compromised by stress. Therefore, I am committed to teach gentle, non-stressful movements, a comprehensive method of neuromuscular reeducation. The emphasis is on sensory-motor learning that has proven tremendously successful in aiding rehabilitation, reducing pain, improving flexibility, balance and coordination. Best of all, the new learning will stay with them and becomes part of their every day functioning."

CONTINUOUS LEARNING OF THE COMPLEXITY OF THE BODY

"I always enjoy working with my clients and I want to enable them to improve their ways of moving towards and optimum level. That's why I participate in a study group and workshops where I can share and learn by communicating with my colleagues and where we challenge each other with new insights."

EDUCATION AND APPLIED FIELDWORK

“Education in the classroom is only as valuable as your ability to put it into practice. My solid educational background, including applied fieldwork, enabled me to step out into the field and successfully apply my knowledge and create an environment for athletes to gain mental strength for sports and ultimately life.”

A LIFE OF ATHLETIC PARTICIPATION

“Sports have always been my passion in life. I know first hand the mental challenges of being a competitive athlete year round. My personal participation has grown into a passion for helping others learn and grow positively from their sports participation.

SPORTS SKILLS ARE LIFE SKILLS

“Sport is a training ground for life. Winning and losing, discipline and motivation are a start, but if we allow it, sports can teach about how we function everyday in the world around us. Sports can elevate us achieve what we never thought possible and therefore can instill long lasting confidence and self-esteem.”