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Physical Therapy in San Francisco, CA

Serving San Francisco CA and Surrounding Areas

Whether you’re looking to recover from an injury, improve your athletic performance, or just make sure your mechanics are performing at the optimal level, we’re here to help you along your path to lifetime wellness. Here’s what you can expect at our San Francisco – One Embarcadero physical therapy clinic:
  • One-on-one treatments tailored for your unique body and personal goals
  • Tailored exercise programs to improve movement and function
  • Pinpoint to the root cause of your condition for lasting pain relief
Same day and next day appointments available!

Therapydia San Francisco

One Embarcadero Center- Lobby Level
San Francisco, CA 94111

Phone: (415) 799-3300
Fax: (415) 799-3301

Email: [email protected]

Mon – Thurs: 7:20am to 5:40pm
Friday: 8:00am to 2:00pm
Saturday & Sunday: Closed

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Physical Therapy

Physical Therapy

Our goal is to help our patients lead the lives they’ve always wanted, helping each individual reach their long-term wellness goals.

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Manual Therapy

Manual Therapy

Manual therapy is one type of clinical hands-on physical therapy technique. This technique uses skilled and sophisticated hands-on movements to treat soft tissues and joint structures.

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Baseline Screens

Baseline Screens

By tracking changes over time, we can pinpoint injuries before they happen and areas to improve for performance vitality.

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Sports Rehab & Performance Training

Sports Rehab & Performance Training

Our physical therapists are athletes just like you – we work together to create individualized programs based upon your goals and needs.

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Aaron Garcia
Regional Office Manager

 Aaron has worked in a multitude of fields, including Retail Banking, Environmental Non-Profits and now healthcare! With 10+ years of patient/customer facing positions, he has proved he thrives in any customer service position. Motivated by wanting to make a difference, Aaron loves participating in community related activities from garbage cleanups,homeless encampment cleanups, and endangered species rescues! During his free time, Aaron enjoys spending time with his wife, step-son and their corgi named Hiccup!.

Bradley Roberge | Office Coordinator 

I am originally from Portland, Oregon and have lived in San Francisco for 11 years. In my free time, I enjoy photography, live music, and dancing. I am excited to join the Therapydia team!

 

Parker O’Regan, PT DPT | Physical Therapist

 

Parker O’Regan was born and raised in Redwood City, CA. He attended Loyola Marymount University graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Health & Human Sciences, as well as a minor in Psychology. He then attended Baylor University where he earned his Doctorate of Physical Therapy. Parker believes that physical therapy can not only treat prior injuries but can also prevent injuries from happening in the first place. Although Parker utilizes hands-on care, he believes that treatment revolves not only around exercise & functional activities but as well as patient education to ensure patients are able to stay active & healthy long after leaving his care. Outside of work, Parker loves to stay active, golf and play niche sports like rugby & Gaelic (Irish) football. Parker is also a diehard Giants, Warriors & 49ers fan and you will see Parker at many games with lots of family and friends.

 

Vincent Castoro, PT, DPT | Physical Therapist 

Vincent is a Bay Area native who takes pride in supporting the health of communities. He received his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the UCSF/SFSU Graduate Program in Physical Therapy in 2019. After completing the orthopedic residency program through Kaiser Permenente in 2020, he became a board certified specialist in orthopedic physical therapy. Vincent values professional development, and his pursuit of continued education has expedited his understanding of musculoskeletal management.

Vincent’s athletic history in ice hockey and baseball ignites his passion for physical therapy and movement optimization. His experiences with personal injuries and post-surgical rehabilitation provides his own patient perspective that informs his approach with clients.

Education and empowerment through movement literacy are Vincent’s strongest attributes as a physical therapist. He uses active listening along with biomechanics informed movement assessments to simplify treatment. 

Outside of the clinic, Vincent enjoys spending his time outdoors with his wife Kealan, son Roman, and dog Zeke.

 

Spencer McNairy, PT, DPT | Physical Therapist

Spencer was born and raised in the small town of Sonoma, CA, about 45 minutes north of San Francisco. He attended Oregon State University, graduating in 2020 with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology before attending the University of the Pacific where he earned his Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy. Spencer believes that physical therapy care should revolve around a patient-centered approach with an emphasis on long-term improvement in general quality of life through empowering individuals to further their health and well-being. A foundation that lies in providing individualized care specific to each patient’s needs with empathy, respect, and kindness. Spencer believes in providing treatment through emphasizing therapeutic exercise and manual therapy with a combination of functional movements and various modalities to target each patient’s specific needs and create a high-quality individualized plan. Spencer also appreciates how patient-centered therapydia is while also prioritizing the health and well-being of their employees. When not in the clinic, he enjoys being outdoors hiking, playing basketball or golf, as well as hunting for waterfowl and fishing for trout or bass. Spencer is also a huge fan of baseball and enjoys going to games with friends and family throughout the summer and spending time at the beach.
 

What drives my work at the clinic is being able to make other peoples’ day lighter, brighter and more vibrant! Providing attentive, solution-based care has been at the heart of learning how to be a better resource to my patients. I like to employ a down-to-earth, strengths-focused approach in helping all patients upfront, and handling all aspects of clinic maintenance behind-the-scenes so they can focus on their healing and potential! In my downtime, I enjoy reading, practicing piano, seeing friends and cuddling my black cat Sunday. 

 

Katelyn Bixler
Office Manager

I was born and raised in Southern California before moving to San Francisco in 2015. I graduated from Brandman University with a Bachelor’s of Arts in Preclinical Psychology because I enjoy spending my time making a difference in other people’s lives. I have had prior healthcare administration experience working in addiction medicine. I was drawn to working at Therapydia based on our company mission to reduce surgeries, primary care visits, and opioid usage. My core beliefs of patient care are empathy, knowledge, and integrity. I enjoy working at Therapydia because I get to witness patients achieve their health and wellness goals every day!

Allison Low, PT, DPT
Physical Therapist

I have always been a fan of Grey’s Anatomy, and I like to imagine if Dr. McDreamy were a physical therapist, he would start every day with the quote, “It’s a beautiful day to fix bodies.” I believe that every patient can achieve their best version of themself. I strive to use my expertise in physical therapy to help patients achieve their goals with various techniques, skills, and evidence-based practice. My goal is to make sure every patient feels heard, acknowledged, and motivated to get back to their best self. To become your best self, a person must believe in themself and be active in their recovery. My role is to guide them through that process and give them the necessary tools for a successful restoration. I treat my patients like family and enjoy creating lifelong relationships in the process of their recovery.

Background in physical therapy:
– Spinal cord injury rehab
– Outpatient orthopedic rehab
– Sports rehab

Experience:
I have worked with all types of orthopedic injuries ranging from post-operative care to tendinopathies, back pain, cervicalgia, fractures, postural changes, growth pains, adolescent sports injuries, etc.

Professional License and Certification:
Licensed Physical Therapist, State of California
CPR certified

Education:
Doctorate in Physical Therapy, California State University, Fresno (PT, DPT) Bachelor of Science, General Biology, University of California, San Diego

Techniques:
Myofascial Decompression (Cupping)
Blood Flow Restriction Certified (BFRT)

Activities:
I enjoy soccer, hiking, swimming, Pilates, traveling, photography, and adventuring with my four-legged child (woof)

Susan Nowell, PT, PDT, OCS
Clinic Director

Susan received her DPT from University of Utah in 2004. During graduate school, she initiated a school program collaboration with the National Abilities Center to assist patients with chronic neurologic conditions in getting back on the ski slopes. She has worked onsite with athletes competing in long-distance triathlons and endurance running events internationally. She is an avid outdoor athlete, and has competed in Ironman distance events and marathons, including Boston marathon in 2018. She enjoys music, dance, skiing, and backpacking in her spare time.

Robert Lucente, PT, DPT, OCS, COMT

CEO

Robert earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Combined Sciences from Santa Clara University (SCU) in 2005. While attending SCU he worked as a student athletic trainer in the sports medicine department where he gained his first exposure to rehabilitating orthopedic and sport injuries. This experience inspired him to pursue a career in physical therapy so he could expand his rehabilitation skills beyond athletics to the whole community.

In 2008 Robert graduated from Mount St Mary’s College with his Doctorate in Physical Therapy. In 2013 Robert became board certified as an Orthopedic Certified Specialist (OCS). He has advanced training in manual therapy and in 2016 became a Certified Orthopedic Manual Therapist (COMT) through the Maitland Australian Physiotherapy Group. Robert has an extensive background in sports therapy as he was lead physical therapist for Santa Clara University Sports Medicine Department for nearly 10 years.

Robert’s motto; the difference between a good physical therapist and a great one is an individuals ability to connect with their patients. Robert takes pride in creating an atmosphere where you feel listened to, acknowledged and treated like family.

Since family deserves the best, Robert is constantly reading the latest research and taking numerous continuing education classes to ensure his skill set remains elite and groundbreaking. In his spare time, Robert is a family man, soaking in as much time with his wife Karen and their two children Aria and Weston.

Jessica Jones

Physical Therapist

Jessica recently moved to Seattle from Boston, MA and is excited to join the Therapydia team. Her treatment experience includes orthopedics, sports medicine, pediatrics, and vestibular therapy. Jessica received her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Northeastern University in Boston, MA in 2016. She has completed the Pediatric Physical Therapy Residency at Boston Children’s Hospital and is in the process of completing a Comprehensive Vestibular Rehabilitation certification. Jessica believes in empowering and inspiring patients to take control of their health through education, movement, and exercise. She enjoys treating patients of all ages and levels while utilizing soft tissue techniques, neuromuscular re-education, balance training as well as therapeutic exercise. In her free time, Jessica enjoys yoga, dancing, kayaking, and hiking with her dog!