Physical Therapists
Bonnie Maxey M.Ed. PT -
Title: Physical Therapist
Education:
Masters: Kinesiology – UT at Austin
Motor control
Biomechanics
Bachelor of Science: Physical Therapy
UT Medical Branch at Galveston
Continuing Education:
• Orthopedics
• Pediatrics
• Sports Medicine
• Manual therapy techniques
• Myofascial release, muscle energy, strain/counterstrain
• Orthotics
• Wheelchair positioning and fitting
Certifications:
• MDT-Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy Spine and extremities
• NDT-Neuro-Developmental Treatment
Pediatrics
• CPR
Experience:
• 32 years experience as a PT
• Pediatrics: public schools, private clinics, homes
• Orthopedics: outpatient clinics, home health Including outpatient manager 2 years
• Pedorthotic ordering and fitting
• Wheelchair ordering and fitting
• Serial casting
Christopher Youso, PT -
Title: Physical Therapist & Clinical Director
Education:
Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology - 1996
University of Texas - Austin, TX
Associates of Applied Science - 1997
San Antonio Community College - San Antonio, TX
Master of Science in Physical Therapy - 2002
Southwest Texas State University - San Marcos, TX
Continuing Education:
Aquatic Rehab Training (ATRI)
Assessment & Treatment of Compression Neuropathies of the Upper Extremity
Sports Medicine Rehab (UTHSCSA)
Clinical Instructor Certification (TPTA)
Harkness Center for Dance Injuries NYU Hospital for joint disease
Certifications:
Certified Clinical Instructor (TPTA)
CPR
Experience:
Over 9 years of experience in Physical Therapy
Former Scholarship athlete for The University of Texas at Austin - Football (1992-1995)
Orthopedics
Sports Rehab
Aquatic Therapy
Dance Rehab & Education 
Donna Brath-Sowell, PT -
Title: Physical Therapist
Education:
Bachelor of Science - 1975
Major - Biology
Minor - Psychology
University of Texas - Austin, TX
Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy - 1976
UTHSC - Dallas, TX
Continuing Education:
* Pediatrics
* Sports Medicine Symposium in San Antonio
* Orthopedics
* HippoTherapy
Certifications:
* CPR
Experience:
* 33 years of experience in P.T.
* Methodist Hospital - Houston, TX
Supervised Sports Medicine - worked with professional sports teams: Astros (baseball), Aeros (hockey), Oilers (football)
* School for Multiple Handicapped Children - HISD
Director of Physical Therapy
Special Olympics
* Richmond State School
Initiated HippoTherapy program - 1983
Aquatics
Special Olympics - Aquatics & Equestrian
Wheel Chair Modification
Orthotics
* Austin Communitiy College
Instructor of Physical Agents course - 2002
* Pediatrics
* Orthopedics
* Aquatics
* Sports Rehab
Julie Clarke, PTA -
Title: Physical Therapist Assistant
Education:
•Austin Community College, Associate Degree of Applied Science – 2005
•Northwestern College, Bachelor of Arts -2001
Major: Social Work
Certifications:
•CPR & First Aid
Experience:
•4 years of experience in Physical Therapy
•Orthopedics
•Aquatics
•Outpatient rehabilitation facility
•Strength Training
Board Certifications:
•Texas State Board of Examiners of Physical Therapy 
Michael Larrinaga, PT -
Title: Physical Therapist
Education:
• Bachelor of Science in Biology, Health, and Physical Education - 1972
Stephen F. Austin University
• Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy - 1974
graduated with High Honors - U.T.M.B Galveston
Continuing Education:
• Cognitive-Behavioral Treatment of Chronic Intractable Pain Syndromes
• Work Hardening and Job Site Analysis
• Pilates Core Strength and Stabilization
• EMG/Neuro-muscular Re-training
• Mckenzie and Spinal Therapy
• Feldenkrais and Alexander Techniques
• Myofascial Release Techniques
• Swiss Ball Balance Stabilization
• Sports Medicine and Athletic Training
• Treatment of RSD/CRPS
• Treatment of Fibromyalgia and Myofascial Pain Syndromes
• Treatment of Migraine and Muscle Tension Headaches
• Applications of Electro-acutherapy, Light, Sound, and TENS in treatment of pain
Certifications:
• CPR
Experience:
• 35 Years as a Physical Therapist
• University of Texas Health Center Orthopedics and Sports Medicine - 4 years
• St. David's Pain Management Program- 18 years
• Sports Medicine
• Neuro-muscular Retraining
• Aquatic Therapy
• Movement Therapies
• TENS
• EMG/Biofeedback Training
• Electro-Acutherapy
• Myofascial Techniques
• Manual Therapy
Nikki Hawken, PTA -
Title: Physical Therapist Assistant
Education:
• Associate Degree of Applied Science – 2006
• Registered Massage Therapist – 1996
Certifications:
• CPR & First Aid
• Certified in Myofascial Release- John F. Barnes Method
Experience:
• 1 year of experience in Physical Therapy
• Adult
• Pediatric Population
• Aquatic & GYM
• Acute Care
• Wound Care
• Inpatient and outpatient Rehabilitation Facility
• 10 years experience in Massage Therapy
Board Certifications:
• Texas State Board of Examiners of Physical Therapy
• Texas State Board of Massage Therapy
Shannon M. Casati, PTA -
Title: Physical Therapist Assistant & Certified Pilates Instructor
Education:
Associate Degree of Applied Science – 2004
Continuing Education: Harkness Center for Dance Injuries NYU Hospital for joint disease
Certifications:
CPR / First Aid
Pilates Instructor
McKenzie A & B
Experience:
Over 5 years of experience in Physical Therapy
Adult Population
Pediatric Population
Aquatic & GYM
Therapist at Spine Austin for 1 1/2 years
Professional Dancer
Dance Medicine
