Belvidere

Certified in The McKenzie Method® of Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy®

Tonya is a lifetime resident of Warren County and considers it a privilege to treat patients who live in her home community. She enjoys working with various patient populations including lumbar and cervical spine pain, sports medicine, work conditioning, and balance and vestibular rehabilitation. Tonya received her Master’s of Physical Therapy degree from the University of Scranton. She is a Certified McKenzie Practitioner (Cert MDT), specializing in mechanical assessment and treatment of the spine and extremity joints. She is experienced in manual therapy and earned her distinction as a Certified Manual and Neurodynamic Therapist (CMNT) in 2020. After a thorough assessment, she believes in educating patients on cause and effect to avoid worsening factors and promote permanent return to full function. She believes this empowers the patient to be actively involved in their care and maintain the gains they make in therapy long after discharge. Tonya enjoys running, hiking, canoeing/kayaking and watching collegiate or high school sporting events.

Certified Orthopedic Physical Therapy Assistant

Rachael received her Associate of Applied Science in Physical Therapist Assistant degree from Lehigh Carbon Community College’s program in Schnecksville, PA. She also received a Bachelor’s of Science in exercise science from East Stroudsburg University in East Stroudsburg, PA. Rachael’s treatment philosophy is to be able to increase strength and function while reducing physical limitations and pain. She believes that allowing patients to return back to their prior levels of function to be able live their life to the fullest is most important. Rachael spent many years participating in competitive softball which led to an injury of her own that took normal function of her right hand. The persistence, knowledge, skills, and compassion of the therapists that worked with her to be able to return to her prior level of function is something that she wants to be able to give back to her own patients.

Certified Athletic Trainer

Kristen is an active individual who enjoys strength training, recreational sports and outdoor activities. She holds a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the University of Rhode Island, along with a Bachelor of Science degree in athletic training from East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania. Kristen takes pleasure in working with individuals of various activity levels. She also has experience caring for individuals of all ages, with an emphasis on treating those with neurological and orthopedic conditions. Kristen aims to progress patients through their rehabilitation process in order to promote swift recovery, allowing them to return to the activities that bring them joy. She has presented research examining the effects of blood flow restriction training in the treatment of those with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome. Kristen takes pride in providing her undivided attention as she interacts with her patients. She ensures that each patient feels heard and strongly values patient satisfaction regarding management of their condition.

Erica has a passion for working with a variety of patients across the lifespan and holds clinical interests in Pelvic floor, Vestibular/Balance, and Orthopedics. She holds a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Rutgers University and a Bachelor of Science degree in health and exercise science with a concentration in health promotion and wellness management from Rowan University. Erica is currently working towards a pelvic floor certification to further improve her knowledge and skill to better treat her patients. She strives to create a safe space for each patient to discuss their concerns and feels privileged to be part of every patient’s recovery team. Erica believes in a patient centered approach with emphasis on individualized treatment plans and patient education to assist patients in meeting their goals. In her free time, she enjoys hiking with her dogs, spending time with her family, and reading.

Lauren graduated from Ithaca College with a Bachelor’s Degree in Clinical Health Studies and went on to receive her Doctor of Physical Therapy Degree from their program. She enjoys working with patients of all ages and diagnosis with a special interest in orthopedic injuries and sports rehab. Lauren believes in a patient centered approach with a focus on individualized treatments and on hands on care.  She enjoys spending time with her family, being outdoors, practicing yoga and seeing live music.