
Jennifer R. Shepherd
PT, CLT-LANA
Physical Therapist/Owner

Jennifer R. Shepherd
PT, CLT-LANA
Physical Therapist/Owner
BS: Physical Therapy, University of Vermont 1993
Licensure: North Carolina
Advanced Training:
Breast Cancer Rehabilitation, Lymphedema Prevention/Management, Head/Neck Lymphedema, Compression Fitter, Taping for Edema, IASTM, Prenatal & Postpartum, Pelvic Rehabilitation including urogenital and colorectal management, pelvic pain, chronic pelvic pain and related pelvic floor disorders, Visceral Mobilization, Pediatric Bowel/Bladder Dysfunction, Coccyx Pain, Myofascial Release, Mobilization With Movement, SI Joint Dysfunction, Osteoporosis, Ano-Rectal Manometry, APPI Pilates Trained

Jordan Rackley
PT, DPT, CLT, OCS, WCS
Physical Therapist/Practice Manager

Jordan Rackley
PT, DPT, CLT, OCS, WCS
Physical Therapist/Practice Manager
Doctorate: Physical Therapy, Thomas Jefferson University
BS: Exercise Physiology, East Carolina University
Licensure: North Carolina
Advanced Training:
Women’s health including prenatal and postpartum Care, Orthopedics, Certified Lymphedema Therapist- Leduc Method, Pelvic Floor dysfunction including urinary and fecal incontinence, Colorectal dysfunction, chronic pelvic pain and related pelvic floor disorders, male pelvic floor dysfunction including post-prostatectomy care, Trigger Point Dry Needling, 200 hour registered Yoga Teacher Certification, McKenzie Method for MDT: parts A-B

Brittany Reed
PT, DPT, CLT
Physical Therapist

Brittany Reed
PT, DPT, CLT
Physical Therapist
Doctorate: Physical Therapy, Clarke University, 2017
BS: Biology with a Biohealth Emphasis, University of Wisoncosin-Platteville, 2013
Licensure: North Carolina
Advanced Training:
Certified lymphedema therapist by the Academy of Lymphatic Studies, General Orthopedics, Wound Management, Spinal Manipulation and Mobilizations, Maitland trained in SI Joint Dysfunction, Lymphedema and Edema management, Orthopedics, Vestibular, and Dry Needling. Gender and Sexual Diversity clinical training

Jennifer Albert
MSPT, CLT, CIDN
Physical Therapist

Jennifer Albert
MSPT, CLT, CIDN
Physical Therapist
Masters: Physical Therapy Duquesne University 2003
BS: Minor in Biology, Duquesne University 2002
Licensure: North Carolina and Pennsylvania
Advanced Training:
Advanced Lymphedema Management through ACOLS; Orthopedics, Vestibular Rehab, Dry Needling, Breast Cancer Rehab, Pregnancy and Postpartum, Athleticism Coaching Certification, Kinesio Taping, MFR, Maitland Training, and Orthotics

Karen J Moore
PT, CDN
Physical Therapist

Karen J Moore
PT, CDN
Physical Therapist
BS: Physical Therapy, University of Oklahoma, Health Sciences Center 1991
Licensure: North Carolina
Advanced Training:
Certified Trigger Point Dry Needling, Fall Prevention Certification; Advanced training in pelvic floor rehabilitation for men and women specializing in bowel and bladder control, pelvic pain, prenatal and postpartum care and generalized pelvic floor rehabilitation.

Nicole Worline
PT, DPT
Physical Therapist

Nicole Worline
PT, DPT
Physical Therapist
Doctorate: Elon University
BS: East Carolina University
Licensure: North Carolina
Advanced Training:
Integrative Dry Needling for Pelvic Pain and Dysfunction, Pre/Postnatal, IASTM Lower Quarter, Male Pelvic Floor Dysfunction, Pelvic Floor Dysfunction- Including Urinary and Fecal Incontinence, Pelvic Pain.

Katie Friske
PT, DPT
Physical Therapist

Katie Friske
PT, DPT
Physical Therapist
Doctorate: Physical Therapy, Emory University
Licensure: North Carolina
Advanced Training:
Katie is from Virginia Beach, Va. who recently relocated from her hometown to the Wilmington area to be closer to family. Professionally, Katie's initial career path was Veterinary Medicine, but ultimately found a stronger interest in pursuing human healthcare. She played D1 Soccer at Wake Forest University where she majored in Biology. Katie in her free time enjoys boating, running or spinning, anything to do with mountains, and spending time with her family.

Lauren Gilman
PT, DPT
Physical Therapist

Lauren Gilman
PT, DPT
Physical Therapist
Doctorate: Physical Therapy, Emory University & Henry College
BS: James Madison University, Harrisonburg VA
Licensure: North Carolina and Virginia
Advanced Training:

Beth Trinker
PT, DPT
Physical Therapist

Beth Trinker
PT, DPT
Physical Therapist
Doctorate: Physical Therapy, University of Pittsburgh
BS: Exercise Science, University of Delaware
Licensure: North Carolina and Virginia
Advanced Training:

JoLea Myles
PTA
Physical Therapist Assistant

JoLea Myles
PTA
Physical Therapist Assistant
BS: Exercise Science, Stetson University, 2000
Associate: Physical Therapy Assistant, Martin Community College, 2009
Licensure: North Carolina
Advanced Training:
Myokinesthetic Systems Provider, training in MFR through John Barnes, Kinesio Tape, IASTM through Rock Blades, Maitland trained manual therapist completing MT1, MT2, MT SIJ

Leslie Maready
Physical Therapist Technician

Leslie Maready
Physical Therapist Technician

Emily Koch
Physical Therapist Technician

Emily Koch
Physical Therapist Technician

Loren Drovich
Physical Therapist Technician

Loren Drovich
Physical Therapist Technician

Deana DeHart
Front Office Manager

Deana DeHart
Front Office Manager
Licensure: North Carolina
Advanced Training:

Madelyn Porter
Front Office Assistant

Madelyn Porter
Front Office Assistant

Sarah Danzi
Receptionist

Sarah Danzi
Receptionist
Sarah was born and raised in Charlotte, NC but moved to the Wilmington area in Summer of 2022 with her family. She currently works at PTFW at the front desk and hopes to go back to school to become a Dental Assistant. She has a cavapoo named Tobey who is 4 years old. In her free time Sarah likes to spend time with her family, going shopping, doing puzzles, and hanging out at the beach.

Mikayla Murray
Receptionist

Mikayla Murray
Receptionist

Karina Zelaya-Trejo
Receptionist

Karina Zelaya-Trejo
Receptionist