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Getting you back to work, sports, life…..at any age!
“Excellent! Love that the Clinic has a full gym attached. Rich and Ali helped me reach my goal of getting back out on the trails after total knee replacement. I was hiking in the Hansville Greenway 3 months post surgery!” – Melissa W.
“My first visit was great. We are going to work on underlying conditions causing pain. I am hopeful that my therapist wants to help me and is very experienced. I would recommend to anyone seeking physical therapy to be seen and treated here. Front desk staff is friendly and helpful also. Casual environment and they take Medicare.” – Anna M.
Certifications:
Geriatric Certified (GC)
Vestibular & Concussion Management (AIB-VR/Con)
Specialty Programs:
Balance and Fall Prevention
Concussion
Neurological Rehabilitation
Pediatric Rehabilitation
Degrees:
Doctor of Physical Therapy
University of Washington
Seattle, WA
Bachelor of Health Sciences
University of Wyoming
Laramie, WY
Professional Interests:
I enjoy the opportunity to educate and encourage patients so they can pursue their full potential, in spite of challenging circumstances. I have an interest in working with people of all ages, infants to geriatrics, with varying neurologic and orthopedic diagnosis including stroke, back pain, Parkinson, cerebral palsy, trauma, brain injury, and general [email protected] KPT since 2016
Board Certifications:
Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS)
Other Certifications:
LSVT-BIG® Treatment for Parkinson’s Disease
Therapeutic Pain Specialist (TPS)
Specialty Programs:
Amputee Rehabilitation
Balance and Fall Prevention
Chronic Pain Treatment
Parkinson’s Rehabilitation
Professional Associations:
American Physical Therapy Association
Professional Interests:
Cervical and Lumbar Spine
Low Back Pain
Degrees:
Doctor of Physical Therapy
Regis University
Denver, CO
Extracurricular Interests/Hobbies:
Running, weight training, motorcycling, hiking, camping, and spending time with his wife and his two young children.
@ KPT since 2009
Certifications:
McKenzie Mechanical Diagnosis and Treatment (Cert MDT)
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
Board Certifications:
Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS)
Specialty Programs:
McKenzie Spine Treatment
Post-Operative Rehabilitation
Degrees:
Doctor of Physical Therapy
University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, ND
Professional Associations:
American Physical Therapy Association
National Strength and Conditioning AssociationProfessional Interests:
Thayne joined Kitsap Physical Therapy and Sports Clinics in 2011.
Thayne is recognized for advanced knowledge, experience, and skills in the practice of orthopedic physical therapy and is certified in Mechanical Diagnosis through the Mckenzie Institute. He decided to pursue a career as a physical therapist because it offered a unique opportunity to combine his knowledge of sports and movement, interest in rehabilitation and the desire to help individuals reach their physical goals. Other professional interests include shoulder and knee injuries.
Extracurricular Interests/Hobbies:
Thayne was born and raised in rural North Dakota and participated in competitive sports through high school. Outside of lettering in football, basketball and golf he was also involved in Honor Society, Future Farmers of America, choir, swing choir and played American Legion baseball in the summers.
Football became Thayne’s real passion during his junior year in high school. This is where he got his first exposure to physical therapy. He spent a month on crutches after a hip injury that first sent him to rehabilitation. This fueled his passion for the human body, athletic performance training, and sports medicine. Thayne played collegiate football at the University of North Dakota and is a member of a Division II National Championship football team (2001).
Through his time in sports, he has experienced many injuries himself and has used this along with his knowledge of sports and movement to direct his continuing education. Thayne enjoys coaching peewee sports, camping, golfing, snowboarding and water sports. He lives in Silverdale with his wife and two children.
@ KPT since 2011
Board Certifications:
Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS)
Other Certifications:
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
Therapeutic Pain Specialist (TPS)
Specialty Programs:
Cardiac Rehabilitation
Chronic Pain Treatment
Ergonomic Evaluations
Physical Capacity Evaluations
Vestibular Rehabilitation
Work Conditioning
Degrees:
Doctor of Physical Therapy
Eastern Washington University
Spokane, WA
Bachelor of Science in Pre-Physical Therapy
Western Washington University
Bellingham, WA
Professional Associations:
American Physical Therapy Association
National Strength and Conditioning Association
Orthopedic Section of the American Physical Therapy Association
Physical Therapy Association of Washington
Professional Interests:
The contemporary and science based understand of the neurobiology and neurophysiology of pain.
Manual Therapy and its effects and clinical application
Exercise and its use for analgesic effects within therapy
Graded Motor Imagery and its use for hypersensitive pain states
Identification and treatment of vertigo disorders within physical therapy practice
Extracurricular Interests/Hobbies:
Steve is a Washington native and lives with his wife and two sons in Bremerton, WA. In his free time, he enjoys golfing, weight training, gardening, reading / studying, playing guitar, and watching the Seattle sports: Seahawks and Sounders. He also is a regular attendant at New Life Church in Silverdale, Washington where he and his wife enjoy being plugged in with other young families that are on the mission.
@ KPT since 2011
Professional Interests:
Orthopedics in general, but specifically the cervical spine
Degrees:
Master of Physical Therapy
University of South Dakota
Vermillion, SD
Bachelor of Arts in Biology
Northwestern College
Orange City, IA
Extracurricular Interests/Hobbies:
In her off time she enjoys spending time with her family and enjoys the outdoors. Jodi is also passionate about raising her Nigerian Dwarf dairy goats and is also involved in her church and 4-H club.
@ KPT since 1998
Certifications:
Certified Lymphedema Therapist – Upper Extremity (CLT-UE)
Specialty Programs:
Breast Cancer Management
Degrees:
Doctor of Physical Therapy
University of Washington
Seattle, WA
Professional Interests:
Breast Cancer Management
General Orthopedics
Extracurricular Interests/Hobbies:
Kirsten enjoys spending time with her husband and 2 sons. She is active in her church, loves to travel, drink good coffee, run, hike, kayak, ski, exercise, crochet/knit, music, sunny days, good food…and snuggling in the mornings with her sons.
@ KPT since 2006
Board Certifications:
Manual Therapy Certification (MTC)
Specialty Programs:
Pelvic Health (Women)
Degrees:
Doctor of Physical Therapy
University of Saint Augustine
Augustine, FL
Bachelor of Arts in Human Development and Physiological Services
Northwestern University
Evanston, Il
Professional Interests:
Sports Injury Prevention
Mom and Me Fitness
Extracurricular Interests/Hobbies:
Ellen is originally from Cary, IL. Aside from playing basketball, Ellen enjoys anything that gets her outdoors, including mountain biking, hiking, tennis, paddle boarding and running.
@ KPT since 2014
Certifications:
Meeks Method for Osteoporosis Level 1
Pelvic Health Certification (PHC)
Specialty Programs:
Osteoporosis
Pelvic Health (Women, Men, Pediatrics)
Degrees:
Doctor of Physical Therapy
South College
Knoxville, TN
Bachelor of Science in Psychology
Washington State University
Pullman, WA
Professional Associations:
American Physical Therapy Association
Professional Interests:
Emily specializes in pelvic floor therapy for women, men, and children and is passionate about bridging the gap between orthopedic physical therapy and pelvic floor rehabilitation. She has additionally obtained further education in the management of osteoporosis and enjoys guiding her patients through physical and lifestyle modifications to enhance their quality of life and participation in meaningful activity. She appreciates the diversity each patient brings to the clinic and believes in creating a partnership as she walks beside her patients empowering and educating them on their journey to recovery.
@ KPT since 2018
Board Certifications:
Sports Certified Specialist
Professional Associations:
American Physical Therapy Association
Degrees:
Doctor of Physical Therapy
Saint Louis University
Saint Louis, MO
Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science
Saint Louis University
Saint Louis, MO
Professional Interests:
Lifestyle intervention, population health, prevention and health promotion.
Extracurricular Interests/Hobbies:
Aaron is originally from Chicago and describes himself as a hip hop and health nerd. He recently joined KPT to help grow their employer health offerings. In his free time he enjoys running and taking in all the outdoor activities Washington State has to offer.
@ KPT since 2019
Specialty Programs:
Industrial Rehabilitation
Applied Prevention and Health Promotion Therapies
Function Capacity Evaluations
Other Certifications:
Applied Prevention and Health Promotion Therapies (APHPT)
Degrees:
Doctor of Physical Therapy
South College
Knoxville, TN
Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology
Washington State University
Pullman, WA
Professional Associations:
American Physical Therapy Association
Professional Interests:
Health Promotion and Injury Prevention, Industrial Rehabilitation, Therapeutic Neuroscience and Manual Therapy
Extracurricular Interests/Hobbies:
Garrett was born and raised in Kitsap County and has close ties to the community. In his free time he enjoys golfing, skiing, hiking, and boating. He is a die hard Washington State University fan and considers Pullman his second home. Go Cougs!
@ KPT since 2019
Professional Associations:
American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists
American Physical Therapy Association
Professional Interests:
Vestibular rehabilitation, cardiac conditioning, therapeutic neuroscience, and manual therapy.
Degrees:
Doctor of Physical Therapy
South College
Knoxville, TN
Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology
George Fox University
Newburg, OR
Extracurricular Interests/Hobbies:
Myles is a transplant from Australia that now lives in Silverdale, WA. Being an avid outdoorsman, you’ll find him enjoying his free time skiing, surfing, fly fishing, hunting, mountaineering and playing soccer.
@ KPT since 2019
Professional Associations:
American Physical Therapy Association
Professional Interests:
Orthopedics
Foot and ankle biomechanics
Gait analysis
Running analysis and injury prevention
Geriatrics
Degrees:
Doctor of Physical Therapy
University of Puget Sound
Tacoma, WA
Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology
Minor in Psychology
Western Washington University
Bellingham, WA
Extracurricular Interests/Hobbies:
Jennifer is currently pursuing further education for her professional interests, including actively taking coursework to be certified in Mechanical Diagnosis through the McKenzie Method. She will also be pursuing a specialization in Orthopedics. Her passion lies with treating the foot and ankle, incorporating video gait analysis and a thorough biomechanical exam to provide the best recommendations and care. An avid runner herself, Jennifer also enjoys working with recreational runners of all ages and distances in order to get people back on the road or trail.
@ KPT since 2019
Certifications:
Certified Stay Active and Independent for Life (SAIL)
Professional Interests:
Fall/Balance Training
Concussion Rehabilitation
Degrees:
Doctor of Physical Therapy
Eastern Washington University
Spokane, WA
Bachelor of Arts Psychology, Visual Arts
University of Washington
Seattle, WA
Professional Associations:
APTA
Extracurricular Interests/ Hobbies:
Alena is from Hawaii, but has fallen in love with life in the Pacific Northwest. In her free time she enjoys doing Tai Chi, hiking with her husband and dog, cycling and playing with clay.
@ KPT since 2020
Professional Associations:
Washington Occupational Therapy Association
Professional Interests:
Hand therapy, pediatrics
Degrees:
Master of Occupational Therapy
Eastern Washington University
Spokane, WA
Extracurricular Interests/Hobbies:
Professional Interests:
Manual Therapy
Degrees:
Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
Green River Community College
Auburn, WA
Extracurricular Interests/Hobbies:
In her off time, Christina loves to spend time with family. She and her and husband are national champion archers and travel throughout the Northwest to tournaments. She also enjoys staying active with hiking, biking, walking, and camping throughout our wonderful area. Quiet time is spent watching movies, scrapbooking, sewing and reading.
@ KPT since 2000
Certifications:
Advanced Proficiency PTA Certification
AFAA Certified Group Exercise Instructor/Educator
APPI Pilates Instructor/Educator (CPI)
Degrees:
Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
Olympic Community College
Bremerton, WA
Professional Interests:
Orthopedics, Pilates for Spinal Rehabilitation and Osteoporosis, Senior Fitness, balance/fall prevention, patient education to promote wellness and life-long fitness.
Lynn became interested in physical therapy because it offered a unique opportunity to combine her interests in orthopedics, promoting health and wellness and helping people improve their quality of life. In addition to her work with patients, Lynn works as a Senior Fitness Instructor for our Senior Wellness Program, which consists of aerobic conditioning and resistance, balance and flexibility training. Lynn’s passion for geriatric physical therapy is evidenced in the way she works with older adults to increase their physical activity and reach their fitness goals.Working in a positive environment with a team of people focused on patient/client care has helped motivate Lynn to develop and integrate a challenging new Pilates program (which focuses on core strengthening, spinal stabilization, osteoporosis and balance for fall prevention) into our STEP program. The Pilates program is designed to improve range of motion, overall strength and conditioning and balance. In addition to those benefits,
Lynn is excited to see her efforts provide opportunities for patients/clients to widen their social networks and encourage new friendships. “The STEP program is an integral part of transitioning patients from traditional rehabilitation into fitness and preventive programs to help prevent future injuries and improve quality of life.”Extracurricular Interests/Hobbies:
When Lynn isn’t working, she enjoys long trail runs, hiking, winter skiing and spending time with her family and friends. She likes self-improvement activities, expanding her mind into new areas such as quantum physics, bird-watching and opera. Her hobbies include beekeeping, gardening and home improvement projects with her husband. Lynn also volunteers as a back-country ranger in the Snoqualmie Pass area and are involved in many charitable activities such as Kids Kloset, Caring Clowns International and local running fund-raisers.
@ KPT since 2011
Professional Interests:
Knee
Orthopedics
Pain Science Education
Return to Sports Rehabilitation
Shoulder
Degrees:
Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
Olympic Community College
Bremerton, WA
Bachelor of Science in Psychology
University of Kansas
Lawrence, Kansas
Extracurricular Interests/Hobbies:
Elliot spent most of his childhood in Lawrence, Kansas before making his way out to Kitsap County. His wife and two kids attend Newlife church. He is currently finishing up his Bachelor’s degree at the University of Kansas on-line in hopes of pursuing a Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree. He enjoys anything related to sports and [email protected] KPT since 2014
Professional Interests:
Balance and Fall Prevention
Geriatrics
Degrees:
Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
Olympic Community College
Bremerton, WA
@ KPT since 2016
Degrees:
Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
Olympic Community College
Bremerton, WA
Bachelor of Arts in Behavioral Science
Northwest University
Kirkland, WA
Extracurricular Interests/Hobbies:
Kerri lives in Silverdale with her husband and three children. In her free time, she enjoys baking, and exercising as well as being in the outdoors with friends and [email protected] KPT since 2017
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