Education:
Doctor of Physical Therapy, Chapman University
Bachelor of Science, Exercise Science, Syracuse University
Certifications and Training:
NAIOMT Certified Manual Physical Therapist (CMPT)
Vestibular rehabilitation: Extensive training and experience in treating BPPV, vestibular neuritis/labyrinthitis, vestibular hypofunction
Graston Technique provider
Background:
While Catherine has spent the majority of her life in Washington, her father was in the Coast Guard, so she moved around growing up, also spending time in California, New York and Maryland. She attended Newport High School in Bellevue, WA playing soccer and lacrosse. She attended Syracuse University in Syracuse, NY and received her Bachelor’s in Exercise Science where she also played Division I lacrosse for the Orange. She then attended physical therapy school at Chapman University in Orange, CA. She enjoys treating a wide range of patients with special interests in athletic injuries, particularly ACL reconstruction, lumbar spondylolisthesis and stress reactions, and treatment of vestibular dysfunctions. She uses a combination of manual therapy techniques, therapeutic exercise, neuromuscular retraining and patient education to restore function and return patients to their favorite activities.
Personal Interests:
In her free time, Catherine enjoys hiking, backpacking, mountain biking, working out, traveling, and playing and coaching lacrosse.