I was an avid athlete growing up and enjoy staying active. This, in addition to my fascination with human anatomy and how everything works together to move our bodies, is what drew me to physical therapy as a profession. My philosophy is that health care should be a collaborative effort between the patient and provider every step of the way. I strive to establish an open line of communication to allow my patients to share their goals and expectations for therapy so I can provide the highest level of care that is also meaningful to the patient. Patients can expect to take an active role in their treatment process. My goal is to help patients improve symptoms through hands-on techniques, education and encouragement to empower patients to take control of their pain to get them back to doing what they love! Outside of work, I enjoy playing volleyball, spending time with friends and family, and going on outdoor adventures with my husband and our dog."