We have helped 20,000 individuals overcome back pain, neck pain, sports injuries, chronic pain, tension headaches, pediatric issues, and other physical therapy concerns. Most of our patients are sent to us by their doctors. That’s why we are the doctor’s choice for chronic pain relief.
Meet Your Team
Meet Your Team
Highly Trained - Certified Physical Therapists
Neil King, MPT
“I chose my field because I wanted to help patients recover from musculoskeletal problems and pain and to function optimally. My PT training and Rolfing training combined allow me to help others in a way very few therapists can. My main goal is to give my patients good-quality outcomes and maximize their potential. Accurately analyzing their musculoskeletal issues and problems allows me to get these results quickly.”
Master’s Degree: Business Administration, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI 2016
Master’s Degree: Physical Therapy, Oakland University, Rochester, MI 1995
Bachelor’s Degree: Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI 2016
Additional Training/Certification: Advanced Certified Rolfer®, The Rolf Institute of Structural Integration; Massage Therapy, Soma School of Massage; CranioSacral Therapy, Upledger Institute; Muscle Energy Workshop
Licensed: State of Michigan
Denise Bickett, AT, ATC, PTA
“I was a competitive gymnast growing up and had several injuries, so I knew how it felt to not be able to participate in the sport I loved. I wanted to be able to work with athletes/patients and help rehabilitate and return them to their sport or just their active lifestyle. Physical therapy allows me to help patients achieve their goals to reduce their pain and regain their function.”
Master’s Degree: Athletic Training, Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, MI
Bachelor’s Degree: Sports Medicine/Athletic Training, Mercyhurst College, Erie, PA
Associate’s Degree: Physical Therapist Assistant Program, Kent State University, Ashtabula, OH
Additional Training/Certification: Certified Athletic Trainer, National Athletic Trainers Association; Myofascial Release; CranioSacral Therapy, Upledger Institute; Lymphatic Drainage; Vestibular Therapy
Licensed: State of Michigan
Tina Schaffner, DPT
“I chose physical therapy because I wanted to work directly with patients to help them move forward in their lives. Very few professions allow for prolonged patient interaction to make a significant change. I enjoy problem-solving with patients, teaching them how to move and reach their daily goals without pain. I want them to have the confidence to return to their regular activities without fear of further problems.”
Doctorate Degree: Physical Therapy, University of Michigan, Flint, MI
Bachelor’s Degree: Movement Science, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI
Bachelor’s Degree: Health Sciences, University of Michigan, Flint, MI
Additional Training/Certification: LSVT BIG Parkinson’s Rx Certification, LSVT Global; Certified STOTT Pilates® Instructor; Muscle Energy Technique; Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy (OMPT), Oakland University; Pelvic Floor Dysfunction Level I and II, Herman and Wallace
Licensed: State of Michigan
Amanda Agents, PTA
“I chose Physical Therapy as my field of work because I like working with people and I have seen first-hand how beneficial it is. I have had physical therapy in the past due to sports related injuries. But my inspiration comes from watching my niece, who was diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy as an infant, make great strides with amazing progress and improvement from her physical therapy. I feel my skills, compassion, and dedication are qualities that my patients will benefit from that will aide in their road to recovery. I also look forward to furthering my studies and knowledge as I will be pursuing a Doctorate of Physical Therapy in the future.”
Associate’s Degree: Physical Therapist Assistant, Macomb Community College, Clinton Township, MI
Additional Training/Certification: LSVT BIG Parkinson’s Certified Clinician, LSVT Global; Pelvic Floor therapy Level I, Herman & Wallace; CranioSacral Therapy, Upledger Institute
Licensed: State of Michigan
Kathy Schmidt, PTA
“Both my parents required physical therapy for different conditions. As I watched the physical therapists interact with my parents, I realized what a vital role these people had in helping them regain their functional abilities and get their life back. I enjoy seeing people regain or acquire new movement and strength and seeing them move pain-free and with confidence.”
Master’s Degree: Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI
Bachelor’s Degree: Special Education, Central Michigan University, Mt. Pleasant, MI
Associate’s Degree: Physical Therapist Assistant Program, Macomb Community College, Clinton Township, MI
Additional Training/Certification: LSVT BIG Parkinson’s Certified Clinician, LSVT Global; CranioSacral Therapy, Upledger Institute; Vestibular Therapy; Pelvic Floor Dysfunction Level I, Herman and Wallace
Licensed: State of Michigan
Abby Stevensen, DPT
Doctorate Degree: Physical Therapy
Bachelor’s Degree: Information coming soon
Additional Training/Certification: Information coming soon
Licensed: State of Michigan
Meagan Merlo, DPT
Doctorate Degree: Physical Therapy
Bachelor’s Degree: Information coming soon
Additional Training/Certification: Information coming soon
Licensed: State of Michigan
Michael Gurstein, PTA
Associate’s Degree: Physical Therapist Assistant
Additional Training/Certification: Information coming soon
Licensed: State of Michigan
Mike Stumph, PTA
Associate’s Degree: Physical Therapist Assistant
Additional Training/Certification: Information coming soon
Licensed: State of Michigan
Troy Clinic
Amy Mittelstaedt, MPT
Bachelor’s Degree: Physical Therapy
Additional Training/Certification: Information coming soon
Licensed: State of Michigan
Delayla Hilanto, PTA
“I chose a career in physical therapy after being introduced to it while watching my grandmother recover from a stroke. Physical therapy impacted her life and gave her independence to return to daily function. After seeing that and being inspired, I decided to move forward and pursue a career in the field. My hope is to provide my patients with the confidence, independence, and self-management skills to be able to live a life with minimal pain, enjoying the activities that make their lives whole. My goals include furthering my education in areas that will benefit my patients.”
Associate’s Degree: Physical Therapist Assistant, Macomb Community College, Clinton Township, MI
Additional Training/Certification: LSVT BIG Parkinson’s Certified Clinician, LSVT Global; Vestibular Therapy; Pelvic Floor therapy Level I, Herman & Wallace
Licensed: State of Michigan
Jaime Karwoski, PTA
Associate’s Degree: Physical Therapist Assistant
Additional Training/Certification: Information coming soon
Licensed: State of Michigan
Bloomfield Hills Clinic
Daniel Ormsby, DPT
“I chose physical therapy because I have a vast interest in physical fitness and health and wellness. Physical therapy allows me the opportunity to build relationships while promoting health through education, exercise, manual techniques, and discipline. I enjoy helping others while being in a career that is active and challenging. I hope to help my patients attain the best quality of life achievable.”
Doctorate Degree: Physical Therapy, University of Michigan, Flint, MI
Bachelor’s Degree: Health Science, University of Michigan, Flint, MI
Additional Training/Certification: Vestibular Therapy; CranioSacral Therapy, Upledger Institute; Muscle Energy Technique
Licensed: State of Michigan
Melissa Thompson, DPT
“I was inspired to become a physical therapist during my experience as a volunteer in high school at the physical therapy departments of the hospital where my mother worked. During my time there, I was able to witness patients’ progress and achieve their goals to return to their previous level of function. My goal as a physical therapist is to work together with patients to not only achieve their goals but to also incorporate strategies and exercises that manage their symptoms and prevent further exacerbation in the future.”
Doctorate Degree: Physical Therapy, Oakland University, Rochester, MI
Additional Training/Certification: LSVT BIG Parkinson’s Rx Certification, LSVT Global; Vestibular Therapy; Pelvic Floor Dysfunction Level I and II, Herman and Wallace
Licensed: State of Michigan
Laura Nelson, PTA
Associate’s Degree: Physical Therapist Assistant
Additional Training/Certification: Information coming soon
Licensed: State of Michigan
Novi/Northville Clinic
Lia Palomino, DPT
Doctorate Degree: Physical Therapy
Bachelor’s Degree: Information coming soon
Additional Training/Certification: Information coming soon
Licensed: State of Michigan
Helen Martin, PTA
“Through the years as a nurse, I came to realize that the diagnosis, surgery, or discharge from the hospital was not the end of recovery, it was just the beginning. With my career in PT, I have the opportunity to aid the patient on their journey to independence with little or no pain and give them the ability to return to activities they weren’t able to do before.”
Associate’s Degree: Physical Therapist Assistant, Baker College of Allen Park, MI
Diploma in Nursing: University of Keele, England
Additional Training/Certification: Pelvic Floor therapy Level I, Herman & Wallace; LSVT BIG Parkinson’s Certified Clinician, LSVT Global; Vestibular Therapy
Licensed: State of Michigan
Peggy Lesuisse, PTA
“During my life, I have become more aware of how much I care for people who struggle with movement and pain. I chose the field of physical therapy because it pleases me to help patients gain and maintain as much control and independence in their lives as possible. My goal is to focus on people’s strengths and not their limitations, and help them reach their highest functional level.”
Bachelor’s Degree: Bachelor of Art in Psychology, Wayne State University, Detroit, MI
Associate’s Degree: Applied Science, Physical Therapist Assistant, Henry Ford Community College, Dearborn, MI
Additional Training/Certification: Treatment of common extremity dysfunction through mobilization, Great Lakes Seminars; LSVT BIG Certified Clinician, LSVT Global; Pelvic Floor Therapy Level I, Herman & Wallace; CranioSacral Therapy, Upledger Institute
Licensed: State of Michigan
Plymouth/Canton Clinic
Katerine Petersen, DPT
Doctorate Degree: Physical Therapy
Bachelor’s Degree: Information coming soon
Additional Training/Certification: Information coming soon
Licensed: State of Michigan
Teddy Bachakes, PTA
Associate’s Degree: Physical Therapist Assistant
Additional Training/Certification: Information coming soon
Licensed: State of Michigan
Angela Poole, PTA, BCTMB
“I love working with people of all ages to achieve their goals of well-being. It’s amazing to see the transformation that happens when someone who has had chronic pain transitions to having little or no pain. Their whole demeanor and outlook on life is brighter. That’s one of the greatest rewards in my profession. I believe in treating the whole person and feel that the combination of manual therapy and exercises greatly complement each other in helping people reach and maintain their goals.”
Bachelor’s Degree: Bachelor of Art in Kinesiology, Hope College, Holland, MI
Associate’s Degree: Applied Science, Physical Therapist Assistant, HFCC, Dearborn, MI
Additional Training/Certification: Ann Arbor Institute of Massage Therapy; LSVT BIG Parkinson’s Certified Clinician, LSVT Global; CranioSacral Therapy, Upledger Institute; Pelvic Floor Dysfunction Level I, Herman & Wallace; Licensed and Board Certified Massage Therapist
Licensed: State of Michigan
St. Clair Shores Clinic
Sheila Polcyn, PT
“Academically, I was drawn toward science, in particular, human anatomy. I have a lot of empathy for people who are hurting. I am compelled to help individuals resolve physical issues, thereby improving their quality of life in order to return to functional activities of daily living. I listen to patients to get a thorough history in order to identify what is causing their pain or dysfunction.”
Bachelor’s Degree: Physical Therapy, Wayne State University, Detroit, MI
Additional Training/Certification: Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA); currently teaching Zumba, yoga, and kickboxing; numerous continuing education courses pertaining to orthopedics, including cervical/thoracic/lumbar spine and pelvis, shoulder, yoga for physical therapists and gait training in the elderly
Licensed: State of Michigan
Kristen DeCaluwe, PTA
“At the early age of 12, I knew I wanted a career in physical therapy. I love helping people regain their independence and overcome physical setbacks, allowing them to return to the things/activities that they like to do. I enjoy working at Neil King PT because of the one-on-one therapy concept that is followed and the opportunity to continue learning and expanding my skills/knowledge base.”
Associate’s Degree: Physical Therapist Assistant, Macomb Community College, Macomb MI
Additional Training/Certification: Vestibular Therapy; Certified Massage Therapist
Licensed: State of Michigan
Diane Ryda, PTA
Associate’s Degree: Physical Therapist Assistant
Additional Training/Certification: Information coming soon
Licensed: State of Michigan
Macomb Clinic
Rebecca Warunek, DPT
Bachelor’s Degree: Physical Therapy
Additional Training/Certification: Information coming soon
Licensed: State of Michigan
Samantha Cischke, PTA
Associate’s Degree: Physical Therapist Assistant
Additional Training/Certification: Information coming soon
Licensed: State of Michigan
Royal Oak Clinic
Matt Hales, DPT
“I chose to pursue a career in physical therapy because of an interest in anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, and pathology. In addition, I wanted to work directly with patients to help improve the quality of their lives and a physical therapy profession allows for prolonged one-on-one patient interaction. I appreciate the opportunity to problem solve and truly identify what the underlying cause of a person’s impairments are and in turn prevent the impairments from returning.”
Doctorate Degree: Physical Therapy, Oakland University, Rochester, MI
Bachelor’s Degree: Health Science Major/Exercise Science Minor, Oakland University, Rochester, MI
Additional Training/Certification: Vestibular Therapy; TMJ Dysfunction; Orthopedically trained
Licensed: State of Michigan
Adam Dell'Orco, PTA
Associate’s Degree: Physical Therapist Assistant
Additional Training/Certification: Information coming soon
Licensed: State of Michigan
Kelsie Renea Chalas, PTA
Associate’s Degree: Physical Therapist Assistant
Additional Training/Certification: Information coming soon
Licensed: State of Michigan
Deborah Cole, PTA
Associate’s Degree: Physical Therapist Assistant
Additional Training/Certification: Information coming soon
Licensed: State of Michigan
