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Meet the TEAM!

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Will is our general manager with 15+ years of experience of physical therapy and 8+ years managing a successful outpatient clinic in the Boston & Texas area. He graduated from Mount Washington College, NH with a Physical Therapy degree. Prior to PT, he invested in his health by researching nutrition and becoming a personal trainer. He enjoys spending time with his family, working out, and playing bass.

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Dr. Classen is our lead PT with 12+ years of experience working in the physical therapy field and 20+ years in personal training/sport management. She graduated with her doctorate in physical therapy from UMASS, MA. She tutors medical students to help them prepare for the boards. Her hobbies include running, singing, and spending time with her family, friends, and pets.

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Allison is our therapy manager with 6+ years of experience in the physical therapy field. She graduated from PIMA college in Texas with a Physical Therapy degree. Allison has a passion for fitness and working with patients in the rehab setting to make them feel their best and work towards achieving their therapy goals. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time outdoors in her garden and flower bed, spending time with her family, and working out.

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Erika is our front office manager with 6+ yrs of customer service. She loves engaging with patients and brightening their day. Erika enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, the beach and sunshine. She considers herself a foodie and likes trying new restaurants. She is soon to be a wife and can't wait for the next chapter of her life.

Dr. Jerica Williams, DPT, PT

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Dr. Williams is a patient centered Physical Therapist focusing on improving the quality of life for those who she serves. Her passion is to improve the overall experience to deliver health and wellness as a patient centered caregiver. As a Physical Therapist, she aligns treatments to restore and improve the overall mobility to her patients. In addition, her community outreach has provided value and substantial benefits to various charitable organizations throughout the profession and the region.

Leah Brady, Therapist

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Leah has been practicing physical therapy for 12+ years. She received her Associates as a Physical Therapist Assistant from San Jacinto College. She also received a Bachelors in Nutrition Science from University of Houston and is currently working towards her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree. She has experience in a wide array of disciplines including sports medicine, functional training and was a manager for an aquatic facility for 2 years. Leah believes that caring for each patient on a personal level and as an individual is key to quality therapy. In her spare time she enjoys volunteering for her church, spending time with family (including her crazy puppies) and being outdoors in the garden and being active.

Vaidehi Borgaonkar, Therapist

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Vaidehi has over 10+ yrs of experience working as a physical therapist in India. She has been with 1st Classen PT for 6 months and a welcome addition to the team. She is currently studying for her boards in the US. Her specialty treatment areas include Pediatrics, and Neurological conditions. She enjoys spending time with her husband and 2 kids.

Kristen Ferguson, Therapist

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Kristen is in her 2nd year of experience working with 1st Classen PT. She graduated from Wharton County Junior College in 2020 with an associates degree as a PTA. She is enjoys performing manual techniques and progressing you through therapy. Her hobbies include hunting, fishing, and spending time with her amazing family.

Kyra Fulgham, Therapist

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Kyra graduated from Houston Community College in 2021 with her associates as a PTA. She  is a patient centered therapist who is passionate about improving strength and mobility in her patients to restore their highest potential function. In her free time she enjoys spending time with her husband (and dogs), singing with her church, and spending time outdoors. 

Ashlyn Taylor,  Therapist

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Welcome to the team!

Sarah Ellis, Exercise Trainer

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Sarah has 3 years of experience with exercises and customer serivce in the field of physical therapy. She has worked with inpatient & outpatient services. She graduated from Sam Houston State University with a Bachelors of Science in Kinesiology with a Concentration in Clinical Health Science. Sarah's favorite animal is the cows. In her free time, she enjoys being outside, summer days out on the boat, traveling out of town, and spending time with friends."

Josh Davies, Exercise Trainer

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Welcome to the team!

Nicholas Classen, Exercise Trainer

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Nicholas has 4 years of exercise training & customer service in the physical therapy field. Previously he worked for Bay State Physical Therapy in MA. He is currently finishing his pastry chef degree December 2022. Nick enjoys being outside, seeing friends, and hanging with his 3 dogs. Nick runs his own business of Classen's Classic Cakes.

Kalie Classen, Exercise Trainer

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Kalie has 4 years of exercise training & customer service in the physical therapy field. Kalie is with our clinic in the summer and per diem however is a full time educator at the local middle school and Thrive Church Fulshear, TX. Her hobbies include playing bass, being a cowgirl, and foodies.

Elijah Rivera, Exercise Trainer

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Elijah is one of our outstanding technicians. After several injuries and years of physical therapy, it only seemed right to pursue a future in physical therapy. My goal is to learn as much as I can to help others learn as much as they can to operate their bodies to the greatest potential possible, and keep myself from injuries, hopefully. In my free time I enjoy working out, creating art or playing music.

Amany Ince, Exercise Trainer

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Amany has 5 years of experience with patients as a former nursing student and chiropractic assistance and 2 years as an exercise trainer. She graduated with a bachelors of science in psychology. She is currently pursuing a doctorate in physical therapy. She enjoy spending time with family, working out, painting, drawing, and ceramics.

Kissa Zehra, PSR

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Kissa has been an amazing addition to our patient service representative team. She is a hard worker, good with customers, and loves to laugh. Kissa goes out of her way to help people and we truly enjoy having her as part of our team. 

Christina Rivera Johnson, PSR

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Christina is our newest member to the PSR team.

Soraya Garza, PAR Specialist

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Soraya is the muscle behind the authorizations, tracking, credentialing and benefits department. 

Margie Matta, Exercise Trainer

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Welcome to the team!

Pharryn Bambico, Social Media & Marketing

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Pharryn is our social media manager and photographer. She was raised in north east Texas and now resides in Cypress with her husband Brandon and their 2 kiddos. Pharryn enjoys anything spontaneous and all things that are bright and fun. Pharryn started blogging and managing her own brand back in 2018. Her desire for connecting others and creating meaningful digital content brought her to now managing 1st Classen PT’s social channels.

William Classen, Therapist, GM, Owner

Dr. Kristen Classen, DPT, Admin, Owner

Allison Bivins, Therapist, Therapy Manager

Erika Bassham, Front Office Manager

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