Puyallup – Meridian (Formerly Meridian Physical Therapy, Formerly Meridian Rehabilitation Center)

Courtney Coubertier received her Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from Eastern Washington University. She then went on to get her Doctor of Physical Therapy from Nova Southeastern University in sunny southern Florida. Courtney is an active member in the American Physical Therapy Association and Washington State Physical Therapy Association, as she works diligently to stay current with upcoming research in the field and is passionate about progressing the profession of Physical Therapy. She originally pursued a career in physical therapy with a special interest in working with pediatric populations, however quickly fell in love with the outpatient orthopedic setting along her physical therapy journey. She has experience working with people of all age groups, ranging from just a few months old to those in their late 90’s. Courtney is originally from the greater Seattle area and has always had a love for hiking with her dog, playing volleyball, horseback riding, and of course cheering on the Seahawks!

Education:

• Doctor of Physical Therapy from Nova Southeastern University in Davie, Florida
• Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from Eastern Washington University

Laura graduated from Saint Louis University with her master’s degree in Nutrition and Dietetics, with an emphasis on medical nutrition therapy. Before that, she achieved her baccalaureate degree in Nutrition and Dietetics from the College of Saint Benedict, minoring in Exercise Science and Hispanic Studies. She completed her dietetic internship at Saint Louis University at various organizations throughout the St. Louis area. Laura has practiced in a variety of outpatient settings, including diabetes education, prenatal nutrition/gestational diabetes nutrition education, food allergies, bariatric and weight loss nutrition, GI diseases, nutrition throughout cancer treatment and recovery, and adult acute care.

Her counseling technique utilizes motivational interviewing to help patients reach goals that are important to them and maintain results over a lifetime.

In Laura’s spare time, she enjoys playing recreational volleyball and soccer, spending time outdoors hiking and exploring new trails, rafting and skiing, and trying out new recipes in the kitchen.

Education:

– Master of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics, Medical Nutrition Therapy, Saint Louis University 2019

– Bachelor of Art in Nutrition, College of Saint Benedict, Minored in Exercise Science and Hispanic Studies

Ann is a Meridian occupational therapist as well as a speech therapist with extensive experience in combining occupational therapy and speech pathology. Ann received her Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy from Colorado State University. She then went on to receive her Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy from Western Michigan University, and in Speech-Language Pathology from University of Northern Colorado. In addition, she had Neurodevelopmental Therapy Training in Pediatrics from the Bobath Centre in London. Ann’s work experience as a pediatric therapist and her love of horses led to her passion for hippotherapy.

Education:

• Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy from Western Michigan University
• Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from University of Northern Colorado
• Bachelor’s Degree, Occupational Therapy, Colorado State University

Certifications:

• Neurodevelopmental Therapy Training in Pediatrics, Bobath Centre, London
• Completed an Equine Science Certificate

Kailee Hood earned her Associate of Applied Science in the Physical Therapist Assistant program from Spokane Falls Community College. Prior to that, Kailee obtained her Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from Eastern Washington University.

Kailee is most interested in treating any condition!

In her free time, Kailee enjoys traveling with friends/family, going to concerts, and going to the beach.

Joe has been a Physical Therapist Assistant since 2016. In his time with RET he has also been certified in Lymphedema therapy. His achievements have allowed him to following his passion of empowering individuals to be their best, physically and mentally. When not practicing Physical therapy he continues to provide in home massage therapy.

Joe enjoys volunteering at church, traveling to the ocean, vacationing, golfing, and having movie nights with his family. He continues to further his education and abilities to better serve his community.

Education:

• Certificate of Massage Therapy from Ashmead College, 1999
• Associates of Applied Science in Physical Therapist Assistant from Green River
  College, 2016
• Certified Lymphedema Therapist through KLOSE training, 2018

Toni Ruth received her Physical Therapist Assistant degree from Green River Community College in 2011, and since, has found her calling to be focused in an outpatient orthopedic setting. She has maintained a diverse background working with a variety of settings including: outpatient orthopedics, skilled nursing/geriatric, industrial rehabilitation, pain management, and aquatics. In her free time she enjoys being active in athletics, arts and crafts, going to sporting events (GO HAWKS!), and spending time with family and friends.

Education:

• Physical Therapist Assistant Degree from Green River Community College, 2011