Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy, University of St. Augustine
Bachelor of Science Child Development, California Polytech State University
Experience
Julie Johnson graduated in 2011 with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of St. Augustine in San Diego. She is a native Californian; however, spent her middle-school and high school years in Boston, Ma. Since graduating from PT school, Julie has worked in pediatrics, outpatient orthopedic and early intervention settings. She has been a therapist in East Africa, Michigan, Pennsylvania, California and Virginia. Her focus has been on pediatrics, orthopedics, vestibular and women’s health. She is passionate about helping individuals and families reach their goals. When not in the clinic, Julie enjoys spending time with her husband and two young kids, her dog, exercising and enjoying good food.
Specializations
Vestibular Rehabilitation
Blood Flow Restriction
Women's Health
Post Surgical Rehabilitation
Brianna Virzi, PT, DPT
Clinical Services Director
Physical Therapy Assistant
Education
Bachelors of Fine Arts in Dance Performance, Brenau University
Associates in Applied Science of Physical Therapy Assistant, Northern Virginia Community College
Experience
Erica has experience in outpatient orthopedic settings allowing her to focus on patient’s individual needs in order to reach their goals in their journey towards recovery. She has an extensive background in performing and teaching dance styles as well as other movement based mediums. Erica uses her background to assist patients in their experience and understanding of how the body moves.
Specializations
Maitland Concept
IASTM
Kinesio Taping
Pilates Based Core Re-training
Education
Doctorate in Physical Therapy, University of Maryland
BS, Human Nutrition, Food and Exercise, Virginia Tech
Experience
Jackie has successfully served as a clinical director for two separate clinics implementing a proactive approach towards patient care. Doctors and patients quickly recognized her skill and positive attitude and now request her by name.
Jackie is a former Division I Collegiate Swimmer with extensive experience in both the athletic population as well as the chronic pain population She is skilled at treating a variety of impairments with focus on spinal and orthopedic conditions. In addition, to outpatient care she also has experience treating injured workers through functional retraining and work simulation.
Specializations
Certified in Trigger Point Dry Needling
Blood Flow Restriction
Certified in Functional Movement Screens (FMS)
Manual therapy techniques to include Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) and the Mulligan Concept
Physical Therapist
Ryann Lewis, PT, DPT
Maria Nasralla, PT, DPT, COMT, CIDN
Meet the Staff
Erica Feriozzi, LPTA
Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy, Shenandoah University
Graduate Certificate in Performing Arts Medicine, Shenandoah University
Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology, James Madison University
Experience
Brianna grew up as a competitive dancer and therefore has always been fascinated with the science behind movement. She blends this knowledge with her physical therapy skills in order to educate patients about their current condition. Brianna has experience in the outpatient orthopedic setting and is certified in performing arts medicine to help treat dancers, musicians, singers, gymnasts, cheerleaders, and figure skaters. In addition, Brianna enjoys working with the geriatric population to help maximize function and improve their quality of life.
Specializations
Performing Arts Medicine
McKenzie Approach
Mulligan Concept
Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF)
Physical Therapist
Physical Therapist
Physical Therapist
Julie Johnson, PT, DPT
Education
Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology, The Pennsylvania State University
Doctor of Physical Therapy, University of Miami
Experience
Maria is an orthopedic manual physical therapist with 9 years of experience. She is certified in orthopedic manual therapy, integrative dry needling, and graston technique. She enjoys treating patients/athletes of all ages and activity levels. Maria formulates each individual treatment program to meet the patient's goals, implementing a mixture of manual therapy and functional exercises. In her free time, Maria enjoys playing with her dog Lilo, running, dancing, visiting with family, and exploring the DC area with her boyfriend and friends. She is getting back into playing the piano, singing, and is occasionally learning guitar.
Specializations/Certifications
Certification in Orthopedic Manual Therapy
Certification in Integrative Dry Needling
Graston Technique
Post-surgical rehabilitation
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Education
Doctorate of Physical Therapy, Pacific University
Bachelor of Science Kinesiology Pre-PT, Western Washington University
Experience
Ryann comes from over a 20-year background in performing arts, including ballet and clarinet performance. She has a passion working with all performing arts athletes and the community on injury recovery and prevention for return to sport and recreation. Ryann has experience in outpatient orthopedic and outpatient neurological rehabilitation settings, focusing on the combination of the two forms of physical therapy to best serve her patients.
Specializations
Maitland Approach
Mulligan Approach
Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF)
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