Our Team
RET has been helping our patients back to life, work, and play since 1973.
How has our team lasted so long? We’ve remained dedicated to ongoing education and training, ensuring you get the highest quality of care possible.
With RET, you can have peace of mind knowing our team truly cares about your outcome and will help guide you through every part of the process of your recovery.
With a clear, personalized plan that’s designed specifically with your goals and limitations in mind, we’ll help you get back on the golf course, dance floor, or out and about with family.
While each member of the RET community has their own unique focus and specialties, we all hold a set of shared standards and beliefs when it comes to care.
Our shared standards:
Treating you like family and providing ongoing support throughout your journey.
Getting to the root of your issue so that we can ensure your pain or dysfunction doesn’t recur.
Helping you be a healthier you with a personalized playbook designed to address your unique needs.
Dane Albrecht PT, DPT
Physical TherapistDane Albrecht PT, DPT
Physical TherapistDane joined our team in January of 2022 after spending a couple of years in Utah practicing as a Physical Therapist. He is a native of Southern California and grew up playing competitive sports such as football and track and field, which sparked his early interest in the medical field. He is grateful for the experiences he had living in various places and learning new cultures such as Colombia for two years, returning fluent in Spanish. Dane enjoyed his time in Utah studying at Brigham Young University and earning his Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology. He attended the #1 ranked physical therapy program at Washington University in St. Louis, graduating with his Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT).
At the foundation of his training at Washington University in St. Louis, Dane learned the human movement-system approach in optimizing movement after an injury, before and after surgery and preventing activity-related injuries. Dane believes it is vital to stay up to date on using the current best evidence of practice for each treatment; therefore, he is actively going through an Orthopedic Residency by Evidence In Motion (EIM) to further his training and will soon become a Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS).
Dane has a special interest in orthopedic conditions, pre-and post-surgery, and athletes and has additional experience and training in vestibular/vertigo and fall prevention evaluation and treatment. He enjoys working with low back pain, whether acute or chronic and can offer various models of treatment from manual therapy to functional movement and exercise approaches depending on the individual needs of the patient. What led Dane to his passion for physical therapy is the individual interaction he enjoys with each patient and the opportunity to improve their quality of life by helping them achieve their future goals and optimize their movement.
Dane and his family are new to the Pacific Northwest and enjoy exploring the outdoors together whether kayaking, camping, or hiking. Dane loves all things college football and tries to stay as active as possible to keep up with his energetic two boys ages 4 and 1.5.
Education:
- Washington University in St. Louis – Doctor of Physical Therapy
- Brigham Young University – B.S in Exercise Physiology
- Current Orthopedic Residency through Evidence in Motion (EIM)
Meagan Aplin PT, DPT, OCS
Doctor of Physical Therapy, Clinic DirectorMeagan Aplin PT, DPT, OCS
Doctor of Physical Therapy, Clinic DirectorMeagan attended Gonzaga University in Spokane, Washington, receiving her Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Exercise Science. While there she was also captain and coach of Gonzaga’s Dance Team. She went on to receive her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the University of Puget Sound. Her clinical experience consists of a variety of settings including inpatient rehabilitation, hospital based outpatient neurological and orthopedic care, pediatrics, and outpatient orthopedics. Meagan is passionate about manual orthopedic physical therapy and strives to provide the highest level of care to help all of her patients meet their functional goals. She is a current member of the American Physical Therapy Association and works to assist in promoting and advancing the profession in all avenues. In her free time Meagan enjoys dance, fishing, the outdoors, and spending time with family and friends.
Education:
- Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Exercise Science from Gonzaga University
- Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree from University of Puget Sound
Organizations:
- American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)
Certifications and Training:
- Orthopedic Clinical Specialist
Liana Avetisyan PT, DPT
Physical TherapistLiana Avetisyan PT, DPT
Physical TherapistLiana Avetisyan received her Doctor of Physical Therapy from the University of Washington. Liana specializes in female pelvic health conditions as well as in general orthopedics. She is passionate about helping people to go back to doing what they love and not feel limited or embarrassed. She takes pride in providing compassionate, delicate, and holistic care to her patients. Her goal is to give patients as many tools as possible so they can take control of their conditions independently.
Outside the clinic, Liana enjoys cooking, playing with her daughter and spending quality time with family.
Selena Bach OT
Occupational TherapistSelena Bach OT
Occupational TherapistSelena was born and raised in Northern California, but she fell in love with the Northwest and has lived in the area since 2008. She attended Eastern Washington University where she completed her Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science, and Master of Occupational Therapy degree in 2017. She has since worked in a variety of therapy settings including acute care, outpatient adult rehab, subacute inpatient rehab, skilled nursing, and home health. Selena is excited to join the RET team to provide treatment for upper extremity orthopedic injuries, concussion and vestibular rehab.
Selena also connects well with injured workers providing work rehab to help them get back to their jobs and lives as quickly as possible.
In her free time, Selena enjoys skiing, hiking, mountain biking, camping, volleyball, yoga, sailing, paddle boarding and spending time with her family.
Andrew Bernstetter PT, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT
Physical TherapistAndrew Bernstetter PT, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT
Physical TherapistAndrew Bernstetter earned his Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) from Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences. Prior to that, Andrew obtained his Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Science from Saint Cloud State University.
Andrew is a residency and fellowship-trained in orthopedics and manual therapy and is most interested in treating neck and low back pain but enjoys working with individuals dealing with a wide range of issues.
In his free time, Andrew enjoys hiking/mountaineering, skiing, and rock climbing.
Jill Bigby PTA
Physical Therapist AssistantJill Bigby PTA
Physical Therapist Assistant
Linzy Bond PT, DPT, OCS
Physical Therapist, Clinic DirectorLinzy Bond PT, DPT, OCS
Physical Therapist, Clinic DirectorLinzy Bond earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) from Baylor University. Prior to that, Linzy obtained her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from the University of North Texas.
Linzy specializes in orthopedic physical therapy (OCS) and is most interested in working with patients of all ages, as well as patients with chronic pain.
In her free time, Linzy enjoys CrossFit, hiking, and spending quality time with her cats.
Patryce Briant BS, NBC-HWC, ACSM-CEP
Wellness DirectorPatryce Briant BS, NBC-HWC, ACSM-CEP
Wellness DirectorPatryce was born and raised in Washington, with a temporary departure to Idaho for college at Lewis-Clark State College to study Kinesiology and Exercise Science. She continued her passion to spark change in people’s lives by attaining her Exercise Physiology certification through ACSM, as well becoming a Nationally Board-Certified Health and Wellness Coach, complimented with a nutrition certification from Precision Nutrition.
Her goal is to empower each patient to take control of their own unique path to health and wellness to ensure the prevention and management of chronic disease and injury. Patryce believes that a healthy lifestyle and an individual’s quality of life is led by making small, mindful choices every day that produce larger and lifelong change.
In her time outside of work Patryce enjoys running, skiing, and mountaineering with her husband and two dogs.
Tawny Bridge-Pope PT, DPT, CLT
Physical Therapist, Clinic Director, Regional DirectorTawny Bridge-Pope PT, DPT, CLT
Physical Therapist, Clinic Director, Regional DirectorEducation:
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
Evidence In Motion Institutes of Health Professions
Master of Physical Therapy
Eastern Washington University
Spokane, WA
Bachelor of Arts, Biology, minor Chemistry
Sonoma State University
Rohnert Park, CA
Certifications/Specializations:
Certified Lymphedema Therapist
Tawny joined Northwest Physical Therapy in August 2021 and has been working at RET Physical Therapy and Healthcare Specialists since 2012. She has been a physical therapist since 2000 and specializes in pelvic health physical therapy, as well as oncology rehabilitation. She is a certified lymphedema therapist through Klose training and consulting and a certified Pilates instructor through Pilates and Beyond. She graduated from Evidence In Motion’s (EIM) Executive Program in Private Practice Management. Tawny completed her post-professional Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) at Evidence In Motion Institutes of Health Professions in 2022. Tawny is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and the Washington Physical Therapy Association.
When she isn’t in the clinic, Tawny enjoys spending time with her husband and four-legged kids. She can be found running on the trail with her dogs, hiking, horseback riding, and gardening.
Skyler Bridgman LMT
Licensed Massage TherapistSkyler Bridgman LMT
Licensed Massage TherapistLicensed Massage Therapist, Whatcom Community College, Bellingham, WA.
Bachelor of Science, Kinesiology, minor Anthropology, Western Washington University, Bellingham, WA.
Utilizing a variety of techniques, he aims to help provide relief in everyone’s unique recovery journey. From breaking down scar tissue to relieving tense muscles and relaxing the nerves, he wants to help bring a sense of calm and balance to the body.
When he’s not in the clinic, you can find him coaching lacrosse for Western, playing tennis, or lounging with his dogs.
Kristine Buchanan PTA
Physical Therapist AssistantKristine Buchanan PTA
Physical Therapist AssistantKristine has worked as a Physical Therapist Assistant since 2003. Her professional career started at UAW Ford Plant in St. Paul, MN where she worked in their outpatient clinic as an independent contractor for two years. She visited Washington State and fell in love with the mountains. In the fall of 2004, she relocated here to pursue her love of year round outdoor activities and sports. At that time, she joined the RET group. She enjoys working at Summit Physical Therapy because it offers a light atmosphere with a knowledgeable, innovative and friendly staff.
Education:
- Physical Therapist Assistant Degree from the College of Saint Catherine in Minneapolis, 2002
Steven Cabrales PT, DPT, ATC, CSCS, FRCms
Steven Cabrales PT, DPT, ATC, CSCS, FRCms
Steve is a Physical Therapist with experience working in a wide variety of settings, ranging from geriatrics to high-level sports rehab. He enjoys working with all ages and populations, with interests in post-ACL reconstruction rehab and stroke recovery.
Steven attended Washington State University, where he received a bachelor’s in athletic training. He then completed his Doctorate in Physical Therapy at Fresno State University. Additionally, he holds certifications as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) as well as a Functional Range Conditioning mobility specialist. (FRCms). He has been working as a Physical Therapist for the past six years and enjoys creating personal and meaningful relationships with his patients to help them achieve their therapy goals.
As an avid outdoorsman, Steve’s main passions are rock climbing, mountain biking, backcountry snowboarding and backpacking. He lives in Lacey with his wife, a crazy but wonderful toddler, and their golden retriever. When not in the clinic, you can usually find him exploring the Pacific Northwest on one of the area’s many beautiful outdoor trails.
Jeff Carlson PT, MSPT
Northside Regional Director, Clinic Director, Physical TherapistJeff Carlson PT, MSPT
Northside Regional Director, Clinic Director, Physical TherapistJeff is a native of the Puget Sound, raised in the Everett and Mukilteo area most of his life until recently moving to Lake Stevens. He received his Bachelors of Science degree in Exercise Physiology and Masters in Physical Therapy from the University Puget Sound. Graduating in 1990 Jeff began practice in outpatient orthopedics, developing a strong interest in manual therapy and biomechanics of overuse injuries related to running. Early in his career, he completed a two-year advanced manual therapy residency with the Ola Grimsby Institute. Jeff continued to pursue specialization in lower quarter movement and gait analysis for more than two decades, including casting and construction of orthotics. “At some point I realized so many of the chronic tendinitis, degenerative hip and knee pathologies were highly influenced from the ground up.” –Jeff Carlson Jeff’s practice and client base have flourished over the past 26 years at Bellevue Physical Therapy, developing many lifelong physician and patient relationships that come from a very hands-on, high customer service approach. Jeff has now decided to continue his career with a new pursuit starting REACTION Physical Therapy in Arlington, expanding the North end RET Physical group, which now includes REACTION Physical Therapy at Lake Stevens and Smokey Point.
Education:
- Masters Degree in Physical Therapy from the University of Puget Sound
- Undergraduate in Exercise Science from The University of Puget Sound.
Kim Cervenak PTA
Physical Therapist AssistantKim Cervenak PTA
Physical Therapist AssistantKim received her Bachelor’s of Science degree in Kinesiology from Washington State University. Following school she moved to Southern California and worked as an escrow officer for several years. Her passion for patient care lead her to return to the northwest and pursue her Physical Therapist Assistant degree from Green River Community College. While in school, Kim worked as a caregiver for a woman with brain cancer and another woman with MS. She has clinical experience in skilled nursing, assisted living, and inpatient physical therapy settings. She participated in the Susan G. Komen 3-Day for the cure Breast Cancer walk. In her free time, Kim enjoys working out, snowboarding, wake-boarding, traveling, and hanging out with friends and family.
Education:
- Bachelor’s of Science degree in Kinesiology from Washington State University
- Physical Therapist Assistant degree from Green River Community College
Nicholas Chamley PT, DPT, OCS, MTC
Physical Therapist, Clinic DirectorNicholas Chamley PT, DPT, OCS, MTC
Physical Therapist, Clinic DirectorDoctor of Physical Therapy
Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions
Provo, Utah
Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
University of Iowa
Iowa City, Iowa
Certifications/Specializations
APTA Board Certified Orthopaedic Specialist
Certified Manual Therapist
A proud Midwesterner at heart, Nicholas started moving west for school and adventure. While practicing in Portland, OR, he specialized in the assessment and treatment of runners and dancers. As a life-long learner, Nicholas uses a holistic, patient-centered, evidence-informed approach in empowering people to move without pain, whether that’s grueling miles on single-track or a stroll with the dog.
While using his sense of adventure to benefit others, Nicholas represented NWPT in 2018 on a trip to Haiti with STAND (Sustainable Therapy and New Development) to establish rehab services by treating and training local clinicians.
When not in the new Bellingham clinic, you can find him on ice skates or a yoga mat, climbing rocks or trails in the North Cascades with his loyal pup, Chomsky.
Michael Chen PT, DPT
Physical TherapistMichael Chen PT, DPT
Physical TherapistMichael grew up in Arizona where he graduated from the University of Arizona with his bachelor’s in molecular cellular biology before attending the University of Texas Medical Branch where he received his Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT). He worked as a traveling physical therapist for several years, moving up and down the west coast, before deciding to settle down in Washington.
Michael specializes in treating orthopedic conditions and enjoys working with all types of patients to achieve their goals and get their lives back.
During his free time, Michael enjoys the outdoors, live music, and hanging out with friends.
Interested in Joining the Team?
We’re always looking to expand our talented team.