It matters WHO you get your care from. It can make all the difference in the world. We understand this and practice what we call “Creative Service Care”.
We believe nothing is impossible!
Chris Taylor / MPT, CSCS, MFMS, Astym Cert.; Founder
Voted Best Physical Therapist in WNC 2013, 2014 & 2015 by the Mountain XPress Readers Poll
Chris loves helping the community and friends become the best they can be. He and his team determine the source of their clients pain or problem in order to provide the proper treatment for them to minimize their pain and maximize their function.
In his free time, Chris loves to travel, enjoys running, hiking, biking and other outdoor activities. “I also enjoy golf, tennis, getting together with friends and trying new foods. Lately I’ve been spending time with my family.”
Chris lives in Asheville with his wife, Lara, their two sons Isaac and Eli, dog Bueller, and cat Blitzen.
He most likes Physio because it feels good to know your advice, or treatment helped someone who needed it. We are continually working to better our organization, and are given every opportunity to create the best environment to help people achieve their goals. Our dedicated staff truly cares for our patients. He loves seeing a client for a short time and being able to make a big difference for the better in their health and well-being. Chris became a physical therapist because he loves to work with and help people. It really makes him feel good when he can make a difference by helping others decrease their pain and increase their function. He ruptured his Achilles a few years ago and became a patient himself, which he feels gave him a unique perspective so that he can make other’s experiences with physical therapy that much better. “We see patients as people, and we do absolutely all that we can to make therapy a great experience. We do what it takes because we believe nothing is impossible.”- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
- ASTYM Certified Clinician (Elite Status)
- Graston Technique Certified
- Extensive experience with mobilization and manipulation of the spine
- 830Laser Certified Clinician
- MultiFunctional Movement Specialist (MFMS)
- Whelton Myofascial Referral TechniqueTM Trained
Amanda Roach / MPT, OCS, MTC, ATC; Lead Physical Therapist
Amanda helps her clients live their best life, by not only getting them back to 100% but also giving them the necessary tools to maintain that healthy lifestyle. Amanda enjoys spending time with her family and friends, going to church, working out, and being a tourist in her own hometown! Amanda believes in being kind to one another and that performing a random act of kindness often blesses you more than whomever you are being kind towards. She also believes that a smile can brighten anyone’s day, and physical activity can turn the worst day into the best!
- Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist #42960
- National Board of Certification, Certified Athletic Trainer #09072126
- C1 Certified in the Schroth Method for Scoliosis Treatment
- University of St. Augustine Manual Therapy Certified (MTC)
- Professional Rescuer
- 830Laser Certified Clinician
Katherine Hendrick / PT, DPT, Astym cert., Dry Needling Cert.; Physical Therapist
Voted Best Physical Therapist in WNC 2018 by the Mountain XPress Readers Poll
Katherine applies numerous hands-on techniques, modalities and teaches specific exercises to optimize functional movement, decrease pain, improve quality of life and help patients to achieve their maximum potential.
She enjoys running, yoga, riding horses, biking, hiking, kayaking, rock climbing, being outside, cooking and playing violin. She would like to learn more about gardening and bee keeping.
Favorite quote: “Love is more of a verb than a noun- it has more to do with acting than feeling. The call to love is not so much a call to a certain state of feeling as it is to a quality of action.” ~R.C. Sproul
“The team atmosphere at Physio is wonderful. It’s about helping patients to know they are cared for, not only on a physical level but on a personal level as well.”
- Medical University of South Carolina, Doctor of Physical Therapy
- Certification in Integrative Dry Needling (CIDN)
- 830Laser Certified Clinician
- Astym Certified Clinician
- Certified Yoga Instructor
Emerson Talbott / PT, DPT, Physical Therapist
Emerson believes that as a physical therapist, it is his job to help guide you down the right path to address the issues you are facing. He will help you reach your goals, and challenge you accordingly, while making those goals attainable.
Outside of work, Emerson is an avid outdoors man. He loves to hike, fish, hunt, and just spend time outside. He loves taking his black lab and pug on walks. He also enjoys building things and re-finishing old furniture. "I believe in trial and error. Never be afraid of making a mistake!"
- Doctor of Physical Therapy
- McKenzie Certified Clinician (MDT)
- 830Laser Certified Clinician
Tyler Matherne / PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS, Physical Therapist
Tyler is a Louisiana born transplant to the Asheville area. He received his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Western Carolina University and completed a year long orthopedic residency program at UNC. He is also a Certified Strength and Condition Specialist. Tyler likes to use all the skills he has learned from these experiences to assess his patients movement patterns, identify the biochemical reasons for their pain, help them work towards addressing those deficits and give them the tools to help themselves.
In his spare time he enjoys all of the wonderful hiking and camping that the Asheville area has to offer. You might also find him cycling on the park way, running around town, or knee deep in a river trying to get some trout. His favorite quote is “A ship in harbor is safe, but that is not what ships are built for.” - John A. Shedd
- Doctor of Physical Therapy
- Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist #56605
- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
- 830Laser Certified Clinician
Rachel Suggs / PTA, MFMS; Physical Therapist Assistant
Rachel enjoys working as a part of a great team and being a part of helping individuals feel better and accomplish their goals. “It is very rewarding to see our patients progress and become more and more independent and know that I have been a part of their experience in beginning a better life.”
She enjoys good music, travel, hiking with her 3 dogs and spending time with her family and friends. She also enjoy watching college/professional sports and learning and experiencing new things.
- Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
- ASTYM Certified Clinician
- 830Laser Certified Clinician
- MultiFunctional Movement Certified Clinician (MFMS)
- Whelton Myofascial Referral TechniqueTM Trained
Maria Burgin / Massage Therapist
Maria is a clinical massage therapist, LMBT, and is also certified in basic cranial sacral therapy. By combining the healing power of touch, the knowledge of anatomy and structural balancing, and the client’s innate wisdom of their own body; she works to optimize the positive benefits of massage and maximally support each individual's PT regimen. Her favorite quote is "Just when the caterpillar thought the world was over, she became a butterfly." - Barbara Haines Howett
"What I enjoy about Physio is that it's easy to channel positive and healing energy to our patients wellbeing because there is such a positive and uplifting environment."
"What I enjoy about Physio is that it's easy to channel positive and healing energy to our patients wellbeing because there is such a positive and uplifting environment."
Natasha Wheatly / Massage Therapist
Natasha Intuitively listens to her clients' bodies and facilitates healing work that makes quality of life better for them. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, running, yoga, weight training, and hanging out with her kids. Her favorite quote comes from the yoga sutras of patanjali. "Mana eva manushyanam karanam bandha mokshayoho.” “As the mind, so the man; bondage or liberation are in your own mind.” If you feel bound, you are bound. If you feel liberated, you are liberated. Things outside neither bind nor liberate you; only your attitude toward them does that.
“My favorite thing about working at Physio is that you are allowed to be who you are quirks and all , and are allowed to use your skills to truly help clients achieve a more functional higher quality of health and life.”
Brenda Bowlin / Office Manager / Client Liason
Brenda loves that Physio is a very unique place to work. “The staff truly works as a team to provide a positive environment and experience for everyone that walks through the door. It is very rewarding to work with a team of professionals that are compassionate and dedicated to promoting wellness and helping people reach their goals.”
She enjoys mountain biking, hiking, camping and outdoor adventures. She also enjoys relaxing at the beach, traveling, meeting new people and spending time with her family, friends and two dogs.
- Salisbury State University BS
- Murray State University MS
- 830Laser Certified Clinician
Tabitha McDonald / Billing Manager / Marketing Assistant
Tabitha and her husband, Mason, love living in Asheville with their adorable dog,
Gump. They relocated from Oklahoma City in 2015, and enjoy the unique artist
community here. Tabitha enjoys baking, exploring the
food scene around Asheville, and film making. She and her husband very involved in
the Asheville film scene and spend much of their spare time doing both commercial and narrative work.
“Everyone at Physio works really well together. It is one of the few places
that solely has the patient’s well-being at the center of all treatment.”
Morgan Miller / Administrative Assistant
Morgan is a jack-of-all-trades. She helps with all things customer related, outside of treatment.
She loves to hang out with her dog Rufio. She enjoys all things outdoors; hiking, mountain biking, camping, or just hanging out in the sun with a local beer. She also loves playing volleyball. Morgan is a world traveler. She traveled solo through 5 South American countries when she was 22.
Morgan believes in kindness and self exploration - that connection, and gratitude are crucial to happiness.
"The soul walks not upon a line, neither does it grow like a reed. The soul unfolds itself like a lotus of countless petals." - Kahil Gibran
Morgan really appreciates Physio's mentality around making everyone, patients and their families, as well as the staff, feel like this is their home, and they are all connected.
Lauren Price / Front Desk Coordinator
Lauren's goal at Physio is to create a warm and welcoming environment and to make sure things run as smoothly as possible. In her off time, she enjoys rock climbing, playing with her dogs, eating cookies, going to concerts, and studying to become a Physical Therapist!
Her favorite quote is "It never hurts to keep looking for sunshine" - Eyore
“My favorite thing about working at Physio is the community spirit, the dedication towards getting our patients back to their best, and the passion we have for healing. ”
Crystal Eterno / PT Aide / Personal Trainer / Fitness Instructor
Crystal is the exercise/laser/traction extraordinaire. She is interested in all things fitness, strength and training. She loves to learn about nutrition and fitness and is certified in the following: ISSA CPT, NCSF CPT, ISSA Bodybuilding, Piyo, Turbokick, Insanity. She likes to push her body to its physical and mental limits. Crystal enjoys being a motivator for fitness and weight loss, and watching her children pursue their interests. Her favorite quote: “If it’s important to you, you’ll find a way. If not, you’ll find an excuse.”
“ I love the way the staff and patients are all so friendly, it makes me look forward to coming to work!"
- 830Laser Certified Clinician
- Certified Personal Trainer and Fitness Instructor
- ISSA CFT
- ISSA CSCS
Alex St. Amour / Physical Therapy Aide
- 830Laser Certified Clinician*