Meet Our Therapists

PT, DPT

Pelvic Health Specialist

 

Amanda received her Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from Ohio State University in 2018, and has outpatient physical therapy experience in private practice and hospital settings, including Cleveland Clinic. Some of her most valuable attributes cultivated through these experiences include connection with patients, cooperation with colleagues, and an enthusiasm to learn new information and skills.

Throughout her career, Amanda has had the privilege of working with patients of all ages, guiding them through tailored therapy plans to help them regain mobility, reduce pain, and enhance overall quality of life. With a focus on evidence-based practices, Amanda takes a holistic approach, emphasizing patient education and collaboration to empower individuals in their recovery process. She enjoys working with all ages and conditions, from children with sports injuries to post-operative care and balance and overall wellness in the geriatric community. She is trained and experienced in dry needling in the upper and lower extremities, as well as female pelvic health diagnoses.

Amanda is known for her approachable and empathetic nature. She believes in building strong relationships with her patients and fosters an open, collaborative approach to care. By combining the latest evidence-based techniques with a warm and supportive environment, Amanda ensures her patients feel both heard and encouraged throughout their recovery journey.

At Brostrom Physical Therapy, Amanda plans to pursue additional certifications in Women’s Health. When she isn’t in the clinic, you can find her hiking, working out, reading, and spending time with her family.

PT, MPT, CLT, Cert. MDT, HSP

Certified Lymphedema Therapist 

McKenzie Certified Therapist

Hesch Sacroiliac Practitioner

 

Amy joined our practice in 2016. She is familiar with the South Lyon area and is a graduate of South Lyon High School. She brings over 15 years of outpatient physical therapy experience and a Master’s degree from The University of Michigan. In addition to a well-versed knowledge and experience with general orthopedic and spinal conditions, Amy enjoys treating patients with ankle and foot injuries as well as patients recovering from breast cancer. She is an avid runner and is very passionate about physical fitness and being active through sports and outdoor activities.

Additionally, Amy is a Certified Lymphedema Therapist (CLT), McKenzie Certified Therapist (Cert. MDT), and Hesch Sacroiliac Practitioner . For more information regarding the treatment mechanisms involved in lymphedema therapy and the McKenzie Method, please see our Advanced Certifications page. 

PT, DPT

 

Brandon received his Bachelor's degree in Health Sciences with a focus in pre-physical therapy in 2012 through Oakland University and then completed his Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree from The University of Pittsburgh in 2015. In addition to a well-versed knowledge and experience with general orthopedic conditions, Brandon enjoys treating patients with shoulder and lower extremity conditions, as well as youth, intermediate,  collegiate, and semi-professional athletes. 

Brandon's treatment style is built around working with clients to help them reach their therapeutic goals through a patient-centered and evidence-based program, utilizing a blend of manual therapy and exercises. He is trained in Levels I and II through the North American Institute of Orthopedic Manual Therapy (NAIOMT) and has treated a wide range of clientele including those with chronic pain.

In his free time, Brandon enjoys golf, hockey, cycling, hiking, woodworking, board games, and spending time with his wife and son.

In our clinic, Brandon is excited to collaborate with a well-versed team of physical therapy and massage therapy professionals, as well as obtain his CMPT and OCS credentials.

LMT, CMT-MRT

Licensed Massage Therapist

Certified Myoreflex Therapist

PINO Kinesiology Taping Certified

Originally from a small town in Germany, Carsten began his training in Physical Therapy at the Vogtland Akademie in Plauen in 2010. His first role after graduation was working with special needs children at Lebenshilfe Hof, where he provided therapeutic care for a wide range of neurological and developmental conditions. This experience deepened his commitment to patient-centered care and led him to join a rehabilitation clinic in Hof specializing in neurological and post-surgical treatment.

During his time there, Carsten expanded his expertise by becoming a certified Rehabilitation Sports Therapist in 2015. He also earned his Kinesiology Taping certification in 2013 and went on to complete training as a certified Biomolecular Coach in 2016. Driven by a passion for integrative therapies, he completed the Myoreflex Therapy program at ZIT Konstanz in  2017.

In 2017, while attending a Myoreflex Therapy seminar in Munich, Carsten met his future wife and relocated to the United States shortly thereaftter. After navigating the licensing process, he became a Licensed Massage Therapist in early 2021 and has been treating patients in the South Lyon and surrounding communities ever since.

Carsten brings a unique blend of European training, clinical experience, and holistic understanding to his massage treatment. His goal is to support each client’s path to healing and wellness with empathy, knowledge, and a commitment to continuous learning.

LMT, MMP

Licensed Massage Therapist

Medical Massage Practitioner

You may recognize Danielle as one of our Physical Therapy Technicians and Patient Administrator Assistants, but she also performs a wide variety of massage therapy services in our clinic (click here to read more). She is a Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT) and graduated from the Ann Arbor Institute of Massage Therapy in September 2008.

Danielle is passionate about providing a customized touch for each client while providing an environment for healing. She has experience in the physical therapy setting, massage therapy setting, and has also provided care for family members and residents of an assisted living home. In her free time, Danielle enjoys bowling, horseback riding, mountain biking, and trying anything based around water.

As a Medical Massage Practitioner (MMP), Danielle can treat health conditions diagnosed by a doctor. She has advanced training and experience that allows her to provide care focused on healing injuries, improving function, or increasing circulation.

At Brostrom Physical Therapy, Danielle plans to use her upbeat personality and clinical skills to impact the lives and well-being of her massage therapy clients and our physical therapy patients.

PTA

Isabelle earned her Associate's degree in Physical Therapy from Washtenaw Community College in 2021 and has since worked extensively with patients recovering from orthopedic injuries, post-operative procedures, and sports-related conditions.

Isabelle's clinical background includes hands-on manual therapy techniques such as joint mobilization, soft tissue mobilization, myofascial release, traction, and progressive therapeutic exercise. She has experience treating a wide range of conditions, including post-surgical joint replacements, rotator cuff repairs, ACL injuries, spinal conditions, and general musculoskeletal pain. Isabelle values a balanced treatment approach, integrating manual therapy with therapeutic exercise to meet each patient's individual goals.

With a strong interest in sports medicine and return-to-activity rehabilitation, Isabelle is passionate about helping patients improve mobility, reduce pain, and safely return to their daily routines and athletic pursuits. She is also dedicated to continuous learning and professional development, including additional training in kinesiotaping and advanced manual techniques.

Known for her compassionate and patient-centered approach, Isabelle builds meaningful connections with her patients and takes pride in supporting them throughout their rehabilitation journey. Outside of the clinic, she enjoys spending time with friends and family and unwinding with a bit of weekend shopping.

PT, DPT, CSCS

Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist

Izzy is a licensed Physical Therapist with a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Washington University in St. Louis and certification as a Strength and Conditioning Specialist. She has clinical experience in outpatient orthopedics, working with patients across the lifespan - from young athletes to older adults - with a wide range of needs including post-surgical recovery, sports injuries, chronic pain, and balance deficits.

Izzy is passionate about providing one-on-one, movement-based care that empowers patients to return to the activities they love with confidence and independence. Drawing from both her professional expertise and her personal journey as a lifelong runner overcoming chronic knee pain, she brings empathy, insight, and a strong focus on long-term injury prevention to her practice.

Her areas of special interest include geriatrics, sports rehabilitation, and hand therapy, where she is eager to continue building her skills. Izzy values collaboration, evidence-based treatment, and individualized care plans tailored to each patient’s unique goals.

Outside the clinic, Izzy enjoys running, biking, hiking, yoga, strength training, and spending time outdoors.

LMT

Lauren is a licensed massage therapist and graduate of Irene's Myomassology Institute in Southfield, Michigan, where she completed her training in February 2009. While completing her first year of apprenticeship with Irene's, Lauren was approached just two months after graduation to lead their Clinical Events Program, a role she held for six years. In this position, she helped guide and support massage therapy students through off-site clinical experiences, giving her a strong foundation in mentorship, adaptability, and the many ways massage therapy can serve different populations.

Lauren's broad experience at Irene's helped lead to a successful independent practice and opened the door to contract work with a wide range of clients, including professional, semi-professional, amateur, and school athletes, as well as individuals recovering from spinal cord injuries and traumatic brain injuries. She also has extensive experience with the geriatric population, including hospice care.

Lauren blends therapeutic and restorative techniques, including trigger point therapy, myofascial release, craniosacral techniques, stretching, Swedish massage, and deep tissue work. She believes relaxation is therapeutic in and of itself and often incorporates breathwork and calming techniques to support the nervous system and promote deeper healing.

With a trauma-informed, patient-centered approach, Lauren adapts each session to the individual's needs, comfort level, and goals. She considers herself a skillful and intuitive therapist who values both clinical effectiveness and compassionate care, helping patients feel supported, safe, and restored.

PT, MPT

 

Mariana earned her Physical Therapy degree from the Pontifical Catholic University of Campinas (PUCCAMP) in Brazil and later completed a postgraduate specialization in Sports Rehabilitation through the Federal University of São Paulo. She brings more than a decade of clinical experience spanning outpatient orthopedics, sports rehabilitation, post-surgical recovery, and geriatric care, with experience both in Brazil and the United States.

Before relocating to the United States, Mariana specialized in treating amateur athletes, including soccer players, tennis players, and runners. Since obtaining her U.S. physical therapy licensure, she has focused on helping patients recover from orthopedic injuries, joint replacements, post-surgical procedures, and a wide variety of musculoskeletal conditions. Her clinical interests include shoulder, back, hip, knee, and ankle disorders, as well as rehabilitation following total joint replacement, rotator cuff repair, and ACL reconstruction.

Mariana's treatment approach is centered on building meaningful relationships with her patients through active listening, education, and individualized care. She combines evidence-based manual therapy techniques with therapeutic exercise to develop treatment plans tailored to each patient's goals, helping them restore function, prevent future injuries, and return confidently to the activities they enjoy. She particularly values one-on-one care, believing it creates the best environment for achieving lasting outcomes.

Fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, Mariana enjoys working with orthopedic, geriatric, and active populations and is committed to ongoing professional development in advanced manual therapy, orthopedic rehabilitation, and sports medicine.

PT, DPT, Cert. DN

LSVT BIG Certified Therapist

Certified in Dry Needling

 

Renée joined our practice in 2020. After graduating from Michigan State University in 2009 with a Bachelor's of Science Degree in Psychology, she pursued and obtained her Doctorate Degree in physical therapy at Central Michigan University in 2012. In addition to her traditional education at the University level, Renée possesses an LSVT BIG Certification, which is a program designed to improve motor skills for those diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease.

Renée's clinical and working experience has predominately come from outpatient physical therapy settings; she is familiar with orthopedic, geriatric, post-surgical, worker's compensation, and athletic cases. She uses a mix of manual therapy as well as appropriate exercises to help a patient with their progress. She is also certified and experienced with dry needling for the upper and lower extremities. Education and communication are also some of the most important areas of Renée's practice; she enjoys seeing patients become independent with their care and equipped with tools to succeed after being discharged from physical therapy. 

 

Outside of providing care to her patients, Renée's hobbies include theater, music (especially the piano and trumpet), reading, and spending time with family and friends.

 

Renée is excited to join the Brostrom PT family and looks forward to providing excellent care in an comfortable environment, as well as connecting with her patients to achieve better outcomes.

PTA

LSVT BIG Certified

 

Ryan was born and raised in South Lyon and is proud to remain a resident to this day. He graduated from Oakland University with a Bachelors Degree in Health Science (Minor in Exercise Science) in 2015 and has been practicing in outpatient settings ever since.  He went into the physical therapy field because he has a passion to help people improve their quality of life and to provide quality medical care.

 

Ryan is familiar with post-operative, orthopedic, geriatric, and athletic cases. Since he is familiar with carrying his own caseload, he possesses both knowledge and experience in a wide array of diagnoses and physical therapy treatment interventions such as functional activities, manual therapy, neuromuscular re-education, therapeutic exercises, and patient education. 

Ryan is certified in the LSVT BIG protocol, which is a treatment approach for patients diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease. Learn more about the LSVT BIG method on our Advanced Certifications page (under the Services tab at the top of our website).

 

Outside of providing care to his patients, Ryan's hobbies include playing bass guitar, listening to vinyl, going to the movies, spending time with family and friends, and attending or watching sporting events (particularly hockey and football).

 

In joining our team, Ryan is excited to positively impact his hometown community with outstanding treatment, collaborate with our dynamic group of therapists, and explore professional growth through continuing education.

PT, DPT

Sierra graduated with her Doctorate of Physical Therapy Degree from Grand Valley State University in 2024, where she was the Class Vice President and coach of the Pompon Team. She is well-versed in treating a variety of musculoskeletal conditions, including sports injuries, joint pain, post-surgical rehabilitation, and chronic conditions. She believes in taking a patient-centered approach, actively listening to her patients’ concerns and collaborating with them to create personalized treatment plans that align with their specific goals.

Her treatment approach consists of primarily movement-based approaches with manual treatment mixed in as necessary for each patient. Patient education is a big piece in her treatment style and she prioritizes her patients' understanding of the “why“ behind treatment; allowing patients to be in control of their rehabilitation process by understanding the quality of their movement to achieve their functional capacity is very important to her.

Sierra’s mission as a Physical Therapist is to empower individuals to obtain their full functional capacity in order to reach their goals. She combines evidence-based practice, personalized care, education, and compassion in order to provide a plan of care that is unique to each individual.

Sierra enjoys fitness, outdoor activities, traveling, and spending time with her family, which allows her to stay connected to the importance of maintaining a healthy and active lifestyle. In our clinic, she plans to pursue OCS and dry needling certifications.

PT, DPT, FAKTR Certified, HSP

Hesch Sacroiliac Practitioner

LSVT BIG Certified Therapist

 

Taylor joined our practice in 2020. After graduating from Saginaw Valley State University in 2015 with a Bachelor's of Science Degree in Exercise Science, she pursued and obtained her Doctorate Degree in physical therapy at Summa Cum Laude status from The University of Michigan in 2019.

 

Taylor's clinical and working experience has predominately come from outpatient physical therapy settings; she is familiar with orthopedic, geriatric, neurologic, and athletic cases. She enjoys assisting patients in meeting their therapy goals through determining individualized treatment plans, providing manual therapy, and instructing patients through therapeutic exercises and activities. Taylor also enjoys being a part of each patient's comprehensive care group involving our team of physical therapists as well as referring Physicians and specialists. 

Taylor is certified in the FAKTR method, which is a concept of treatment that incorporates the latest research evidence for soft-tissue techniques into a comprehensive protocol to treat common disorders of the musculoskeletal system, as well as complicated injuries. She also received a certification in the LSVT BIG protocol in 2023, which is a treatment approach for patients diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease. Learn more about the FAKTR and LSVT BIG methods on our Advanced Certifications page (under the Services tab at the top of our website).

 

Outside of providing care to her patients, Taylor's hobbies include being active and spending time with her husband, puppy, family, and friends.

 

Taylor is excited to join the Brostrom PT family and looks forward to applying her education and experience to provide outstanding care.

LMT, CMLDT

Licensed Massage Therapist

Certified Manual Lymphatic Drainage Therapist

Yvonne graduated with her massage therapy license in 1995 from the Health Enrichment Center in Lapeer, MI and brings about 20 years’ worth of medical massage experience. Yvonne is extremely familiar with the outpatient physical therapy setting and has worked in conjunction with physical therapists in treating specific areas. She is approachable, kind, familiar with varying diagnoses and conditions (some of which include pre- and post-operative joint conditions, spinal conditions, chronic headaches, lymphedema, and TMJ). 

Beyond what is taught at the traditional university massage therapy program, Yvonne attended continuing education seminars to become a Certified Manual Lymphatic Drainage Therapist. This certification uniquely qualifies her to provide manual lymphatic drainage therapy on clients who want an immunity boost, are dieting or detoxing, have pre- or post-surgical swelling (edema), lymphedema, lipedema, or cancer impacting the lymphatic system.

Yvonne is passionate about providing one-on-one, customized care for each patient and her communication and therapeutic manual skills blend nicely for patients to transition between herself and our team of physical therapists for treatment if needed.

At Brostrom Physical Therapy, Yvonne plans to apply her knowledge and massage therapy techniques to create customized plans of care and treatment for her patients.