Meet the Team

It was John’s lifelong dream to open a physical therapy clinic that provided exceptional, personalized care, with highly-skilled physical therapists. So he started Physical Therapyworks nearly thirty years ago, where we combine a strong scientific background, evidence-based practice and a compassionate, progressive approach that brings patients the most advanced, reliable and effective evaluations and treatments available.

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John received his physical therapy education at Washington University, which is consistently ranked among the top physical therapy programs in the nation by U.S. News and World Report, and was the pioneer in movement-focused physical therapy education, research and treatment. He is a Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist, a Certified Manual Therapist, and a Certified DNS Exercise Trainer.

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During John's professional education, he had the opportunity to shadow renowned orthopedist, John Itamura, M.D. for over seven years to further his clinical understanding and skills in regard to shoulder and elbow dysfunction. John has been a mentor at the renowned USC Post Professional Orthopedic Residency Program for over 20 years, and was recently nominated for the Henry O. and Florence P. Kendall Practice Award.

 

Click here to view John's Post Graduate Education List 

Michelle earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Azusa Pacific University in 2024, after completing her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology at California State University Northridge (CSUN) in 2021.

 

Her interest in physical therapy began when she saw how much it helped her grandmother—giving her the tools for mobility and independence. Inspired by that experience, Michelle hopes to create the same kind of positive impact in her patients' lives that her grandmother’s therapist made in hers.

 

As a DPT student, Michelle and her colleagues published a study on children and adolescents with cerebral palsy. She has worked with a wide range of patients, from post-surgical cases and stroke survivors to marathon runners returning to sport.

 

Michelle strives to provide patient-centered care and uses the best available research to support her patients in achieving their goals.

 

In her free time, she enjoys crocheting, baking, and exploring the city.

 

Mark earned a BS in Business Administration from USC in 2012 and is currently a 3rd-year physical therapy student at the University of Southern California. His journey to get here was winding, but rooted in a passion for sports and physical activity. His first job out of college was at a start up in Seattle that created and provided advanced analytics to NBA teams including the Dallas Mavericks and Milwaukee Bucks.

 

At around the same time, he became a certified personal trainer through the National Council on Strength & Fitness (NCSF). A year or two into his time as a personal trainer, it was clear to him that this was where his passion lies - in helping people feel better through movement. He felt that the next logical step to help him help a broader range of people would be to become a physical therapist.

 

His defining athletic accomplishments include a 4:35 mile time in high school and 1:45:00 half-marathon time in 2024, but has also been strength training consistently for the past 15 years (besides this past semester). In his spare time, he likes to jog with his dog, collect Pokemon cards with his girlfriend, and play video games.

 

Michael is a Doctor of Physical Therapy student at the University of Southern California, with a background of four years of personal training and over eight years of tennis coaching experience working with adults and high school athletes. His path to physical therapy was shaped by a career-altering elbow injury that redirected his passion toward helping others recover, move better, and return to what they love. 

 

Michael brings a combination of hands-on clinical experience and movement expertise to his work, having spent several years working with athletes, active adults, and individuals recovering from injury. His coaching background gives him a deep understanding of movement demands and how to help people perform at their best.  Michael's approach is rooted in understanding the whole person, not just the injury or limitation, but the goals, lifestyle, and body mechanics that shape how someone moves and feels.

 

He is passionate about helping patients build lasting strength, mobility, and confidence through evidence-based care and individualized treatment.

Brit earned her PTA license in 2025. She previously received her B.A. in Sociology from UC Berkeley in 2013, but after spending a few years behind a desk she realized she missed being active and working directly with people. In 2018, she made a career change and became a PT aide at Physical Therapyworks, as well as a personal trainer, and yoga instructor—where she reignited her passion for movement and rehabilitation.

 

Now in her role as a PTA, Brit brings a strong foundation in therapeutic exercise, drawing on years of experience teaching movement since 2018 along with her expertise in yoga alignment and Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization (DNS) principles to help patients improve posture, core stability, and movement efficiency.

 

At Physical Therapyworks, Brit works hand-in-hand with the physical therapists to create personalized treatment plans and help patients not only recover but also understand how their bodies work in relation to their rehab goals.

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In her free time, Brit loves lifting weights, playing Mario Kart, and doing yoga.

Amit graduated from Cal State Los Angeles in 2022 with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology, with an emphasis in Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Exercise. He began his career working hands-on with patients in a university setting and later in private practice, assisting a wide variety of individuals ranging from post-operative patients to athletes and those new to exercise.

 

Over time, his role expanded into administrative responsibilities, where he developed experience coordinating patient scheduling, communication, and daily clinic operations, along with solving the occasional IT challenge around the clinic. Having grown within the practice, Amit now manages the front office, combining his clinical background and administrative experience to help create an organized, welcoming, and patient-centered experience for every patient.   

 

Outside the clinic, Amit enjoys exploring Los Angeles, visiting museums, playing Dungeons & Dragons, and spending time on his motorcycle enjoying the open road and a good breeze.

 

Jeremy earned his BA from LSU in 2022 and was a running back on the LSU Football Team. During his athletic career, he received coaching and mentorship from world-class trainers which shaped his understanding of fitness and performance. In 2024 Jeremy became a NASM Certified Personal Trainer (CPT), specializing in enhancing mobility and flexibility.

 

Currently, Jeremy works as a Physical Therapy Aide, collaborating closely with physical therapists to provide exceptional care and foster a welcoming, friendly environment for patients.

 

Outside of his professional pursuits, Jeremy enjoys long-distance running, hiking, surfing, playing guitar, and spending time with friends. 

 

Caitlin’s interest in physical therapy started in high school where she’d linger in the athletic trainer’s room perfecting her own stretching and recovery routine after cross country practice. Having been trained under a personal trainer for nine years alongside competitive swimming, golf, and fencing, she’s seen firsthand what athletes need to recover and perform. Her insight deepened through college exercise science programs and an independent research project exploring the effects of different recovery modalities on exercise-induced muscle damage.

 

Now studying Physiological Sciences at UCLA, Caitlin is earning her NASM CPT certification and aims to bring an athlete’s perspective on training and recovery to every session.

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Outside the clinic, she enjoys long runs, karaoke, reading, card game nights with friends, and is currently trying to learn the guitar!

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​Joyce is currently pursuing a B.S. in Physiological Science at UCLA. A lifelong basketball player, she developed a passion for health, performance, and injury prevention through years of competitive play. As a point guard, she competed in five years of club basketball and two years of high school basketball, helping lead her San Diego high school team to an undefeated season during her sophomore year. After graduating in Fall 2026, she plans to apply to Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) programs, with the goal of staying in Southern California.

 

During the past year, Joyce worked at an outpatient orthopedic physical therapy clinic in Santa Monica, where she gained valuable experience working directly with patients and further strengthened her passion for the profession. Her background includes guiding patients through individualized exercise programs, ensuring they understand and perform their prescribed exercises safely and effectively. Her favorite exercises focus on core strength and stability, creating a strong foundation for overall movement and function.

 

In her free time, she enjoys playing basketball, running, and jamming with her friends on the guitar.