Physical Therapy Team
Physical Therapist, Owner, President
Education: NYU BS in PT, MA in Pathokinesiology
Certifications: DN1, DN2, IM, Board Certified Pediatric Clinical Specialist
Areas of Interest: Neuro, CP
About Me: I live in Braselton with my husband and dog Missy. I love traveling especially to the beach with my large extended family which includes my two sisters Theresa and Patricia who work at TOTS.
Fun facts/Hobbies: I love golf, tennis, and boating.
What do you love about TOTS: I love watching our company grow to develop professional talented therapists that continue to impact so many children's and families lives.
Email: therapy@tenderones.com
Director of Physical Therapy
Education: Undergraduate: University of Georgia; Graduate: Georgia State University
Certifications: Board Certified Pediatric Clinical Specialist, APTA Credentialed CI Level 1
Areas of Interest: Intensive Therapy Program
About Me: I live in Decatur and love spending time in the city with friends and family. I enjoy traveling, shopping at antique stores, and searching for seashells on the beach. I also spend a lot of time running, still working on enjoying it!
Fun facts/Hobbies: I have a twin sister. I have completed the Triple Peach Race Series in 2022. My favorite food is a donut from Browns Restaurant in Ocean City, New Jersey.
What do you love about TOTS: I love working at TOTS and being a part of such a wonderful caring community! It is a joy to get to know all of the families and staff who are a part of the TOTS family. Sharing all of our accomplishments and good times on social media is so much fun as well.
Email: Elizabeth@tenderones.com
Physical Therapist, Clinic Director of Dacula, SCCE for PT Department
Education: Undergraduate: Bachelors in Exercise Science from UGA; Graduate: DPT from Georgia State University
Certifications: TheraSuit Method Certified in the Basic and Advanced 1 Courses
Areas of Interest: Intensive Therapy Program and Mentoring
About Me: I live in Hoschton with my husband John and 2 girls, Taylor and Jordyn.
Fun facts/Hobbies: I love family and exercise. I like to snowboard and I try to go once a year!
What do you love about TOTS: I love the supportive, family atmosphere at TOTS!
Email: jessica@tenderones.com
Clinic Director for Gainesville, Physical Therapist
Education: Undergraduate: Georgia Southern University; Graduate: University of North Georgia
Certifications: Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
Areas of Interest: Ortho, Intensive Therapy Program
About Me: I live in Dahlonega with my husband and our rescue dog, Shilah. We are both from south Georgia but have loved living in north Georgia because of all the beautiful scenery and hiking!
Fun facts/Hobbies: I love reading, soccer and spending time outdoors!
What do you love about TOTS: I love the professional development opportunities, the mentorship, and how much fun I have with my patients!
Email: Regan@tenderones.com
Professional Development Director, Physical Therapist
Education: Undergraduate: Georgia Institute of Technology, BS Biology; Graduate: Georgia State University, Doctorate in Physical Therapy
Certifications: Board Certified Clinical Specialist in Pediatric Physical Therapy, Certified in Dry Needling, APTA Credentialed CI, RYT-200
Areas of Interest: Aquatics, ITP
About Me: I love traveling the world to explore new cultures and any activities that involve water, mountains and being outdoors. I live in the city with my fiancé and bulldog.
Fun facts/Hobbies: I love paddle boarding, yoga, running, hiking and volunteering with the Kyle Pease Foundation. I'm partially deaf in both ears. I love German lemon cheesecake.
What do you love about TOTS: TOTS is a dream job. For 8 years, I’ve driven 45 minutes one way, 4 days a week. TOTS supports therapists' growth, ensuring the best care for children. There’s freedom to try new ideas, and we’re a true family—caring for each other, the families we serve, and the patients we’re lucky to treat.
Email: Alyssa@tenderones.com
Assistant Director of Physical Therapy Department
Education: Undergraduate: St. Joseph’s College; Graduate: Long Island University-Brooklyn
Certifications: Certified Kinesio Taping Practitioner, APTA Credentialed CI Level 1
Areas of Interest: Ortho, Developmental Delay
About Me: I am originally from New York, but now live in Braselton with my wife, a pediatric speech language pathologist! I enjoy running, collecting sneakers and baking.
Fun facts/Hobbies: I ran the 2021 Chicago Marathon and I am currently training for a 50K ultramarathon. I love baking different types of desserts and breads, with croissants being my favorite!
What do you love about TOTS: I love being able to work with a team of caring and compassionate people!
Email: David@tenderones.com
Assistant Director of Physical Therapy in Gainesville
Education: Undergraduate: The University of Georgia; Graduate: Georgia State University
About Me: I live in Decatur with friends from PT school. In my free time, I love exploring new restaurants and coffee shops around Atlanta.
Fun facts/Hobbies: In my free time I love traveling and hiking with friends. My birthday is on Christmas. My favorite food is anything Mexican.
What do you love about TOTS: TOTS has such a caring, encouraging, and familial environment! I have loved getting to make connections with my amazing coworkers, the incredible kiddos, and their families. One of my favorite parts of this job is celebrating the small victories with my patients and helping them reach their full potential.
Email: Ansley@tenderones.com
Assistant Director of Physical Therapy in Dacula
Education: Undergraduate: Pacific Lutheran University; Graduate: Emory University
Areas of Interest: Ortho, Gait, Sports
About Me: I live in Decatur, love being active and and getting outside and hanging with friends.
Fun facts/Hobbies: I practice Jiu Jitsu, I am originally from Oregon, and I love hot wings.
What do you love about TOTS: Love the people I work with and helping the kids and families that we have the opportunity to treat.
Email: Sam@tenderones.com
Senior Physical Therapist
Education: Undergraduate: University of North Georgia; Graduate: University of North Georgia.
Physical Therapist
Education: Undergraduate and Graduate: Brenau University
About Me: I live in Braselton with my husband and dog, Daisy. I love all things Disney and enjoy spending time at the beach.
Fun facts/Hobbies: My newest hobby is making sourdough bread. My husband and I are expecting our first son in April 2025, and my favorite dessert is strawberry cake!
What do you love about TOTS: I love the work environment at TOTS! Everyone is extremely caring and willing to help you with whatever you need.
Physical Therapist
Education: University of Georgia and Georgia State University
Certifications: IAMT Level 1 and 2 Dry Needle Certified, Early Intervention Rehab
About Me: I find joy in being around others, especially my friends, family, and cat, Libby. When I’m not working, I love spending time outdoors, being active or reading a good book.
Fun facts/Hobbies: I enjoy long outdoor walks/hikes. I’ve been caring for and working with kids since age 15. My favorite food is strawberries.
What do you love about TOTS: I love the team dynamic at TOTS and how every staff member dedicates their practice to the betterment of each kid and their family.
Physical Therapist
Education: Undergraduate: Georgia College & State University; Graduate: Bradley University
About Me: I live in Jefferson with my husband, daughter and pup.
Fun facts/Hobbies: I love playing pickle ball, tennis, running, hiking, pilates and yoga. My secret talent is finding four leaf clovers. My favorite food is anything chocolate!
What do you love about TOTS: I feel like I grew up at TOTS! I started observing in college and then worked for TOTS as a therapy aide prior to grad school. I am happy to be back as a physical therapist.
Physical Therapist
Education: Undergraduate: Georgia State University; Graduate: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine Georgia
About Me: I grew up in Ohio, but now live in Lawrenceville with my husband. I love to travel, try new restaurants, and spend free time with friends and family on the weekends.
Fun facts/Hobbies: I love reading and going on walks. I ran cross country and track & field for four years while at GSU, and I love any Mexican cuisine (especially if queso is involved)
What do you love about TOTS: I love how TOTS fosters such a supportive work environment that makes it truly enjoyable to come to work every day. I feel uplifted by each of my co-workers and passionate about the impact we’re able to make in the lives of our patients and their families.
Email: Jordan@tenderones.com
Physical Therapist
Education: Undergraduate: University of Florida; Graduate: University of St. Augustine
About Me: I live in Oakwood with my sister (a speech therapist) and my puppy a Duncan (a miniature schnauzer). I love traveling, trying out new restaurants and Zumba!
Fun facts/Hobbies: I love to travel and I was born and raised in England for a decade and my favorite dessert is Chantilly cake!
What do you love about TOTS: My journey with TOTS started when I was a physical therapy student, and from then I knew that it was a special place. Now as a physical therapist, I love that my coworkers are like family and I have the opportunity to work with the most wonderful kiddos and their families!
Email: Jane@tenderones.com
Physical Therapist
Education: Undergraduate: Vanderbilt University; Graduate: Duke University
Certifications: Dry Needling, Kinesio Tape
Areas of Interest: Ortho, concussion, Vestibular
About Me: I live in Atlanta with my husband and dog. We love all outdoor activities, traveling, and trying out new restaurants!
Fun facts/Hobbies: I love rock climbing, I am from Monterey, California, and my favorite food is sushi.
What do you love about TOTS: TOTS has the best coworkers and clients which makes the work day so much fun!
Email: SarahL@tenderones.com
Physical Therapist
Education: Undergraduate: BS in Nutritional Science from University of Georgia; Graduate: Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Mercer University
Certifications: Certified in Dry Needling, 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Trained
About Me: I live in Decatur with my husband and 2 daughters. We like to go hiking and play at the park when the sun is out.
Fun facts/Hobbies: My favorite hobbies include:yoga, running, biking, eating chocolate. I love working at this clinic, and bring my own children to get treated at TOTS. I love to eat everything, especially dessert!
What do you love about TOTS: I love being able to treat the best children, with the best co-workers/friends.
Email: JulieRich@tenderones.com
Physical Therapist
Education: Bachelor of Science in Education from University of Virginia; Doctor of Physical Therapy from Virginia Commonwealth University
Certifications: Pediatric Pelvic Health Certified
Areas of Interest: Ortho, pelvic health, Infants
About Me: I just recently moved to the Atlanta area with my partner and our dog, Milo. I love hiking, anything to do with dogs, and going to wineries.
Fun facts/Hobbies: I love making coffee the hard way, all by hand. I studied physiotherapy abroad in Dublin, Ireland. My favorite food is scones.
What do you love about TOTS: I love the collaborative environment, continuous growth mindset, and incredible facility here at TOTS.
Email: Chloe@tenderones.com
Physical Therapist
Education: Undergraduate: UGA; Graduate: Brenau University
About Me: I live in Dacula with my husband, son, and our 3 pets!
Fun facts/Hobbies: My favorite hobby is kayaking. I gave birth 2 days after my board exam. My favorite food is chicken parmesan and favorite dessert is red velvet cake.
What do you love about TOTS: I love getting to work in the community I grew up in 🙂
Email: Elaina@tenderones.com
Physical Therapist
Education: Undergraduate: University of Georgia; Graduate: Florida International University
About Me: I live in Virginia Highlands, but was born and raised in Miami, FL. I love trying new restaurants and exploring different neighborhoods around the city. In my free time I love going to the beach and cooking for my friends and family.
Fun facts/Hobbies: I enjoy going to yoga classes, running and cheering for the Dawgs on the weekends! I am fluent in Spanish and my favorite food is any kind of pasta- especially pasta carbonara.
What do you love about TOTS: I love how the working environment is collaborative and uplifting! TOTS is always putting their patients first and encouraging fun at all stages of the rehab process.
Email: Cathryn@tenderones.com
Physical Therapist
Education: Undergraduate: BS in Biology at Georgia State University; Graduate: DPT at Mercer University
About Me: I live in Duluth with my husband and recently got married in July of 2023. I also have two bunnies.
Fun facts/Hobbies: I love spending quality time with my family! I am half Guatemalan and half Mexican, and my favorite fruit is mango.
What do you love about TOTS: I love TOTS because of the close connections that are built with patients and families! I love having the opportunity to be a part of a team that embraces patients, parents, caregivers, and other therapists as family.
Email: Evelin@tenderones.com
Physical Therapist
Education: Undergraduate: Kennesaw State University; Graduate: Georgia State University
About Me: I live in Atlanta on the Beltline with my border collie named Finn. I was born in Chicago and was raised there for 12 years before moving to Dacula for my middle school and high school years. On the weekends you’ll find me exploring the city and trying out new restaurants with my family and friends.
Fun facts/Hobbies: My hobbies are traveling, paddle boarding, hiking, and skiing. I was named after my grandpa Joe and my grandma Ann. My favorite food is anything with cheese!
What do you love about TOTS: I love working at TOTS because of my amazing coworkers. As a new grad it was really important for me to work with a team of therapists who foster a supportive environment with a focus on continued learning. I also love getting to be a small part of kiddos’ lives and getting to meet their incredible family. Lastly I love that I get to serve the community I was raised in.
Email: Joanna@tenderones.com
Physical Therapist
Education: Undergraduate: University of New England; Graduate at Brenau University
Areas of Interest: Neuromuscular and Orthopedics
About Me: I recently moved to Gainesville, Georgia from Maine and I love spending time on Lake Lanier with my friends.
Fun facts/Hobbies: I love spending time hiking, rock climbing, and on the lake! I did gymnastics for 17 years, and my favorite food is tacos!
What do you love about TOTS: The thing I love most about working at TOTS is the friendly, welcoming environment and the joy and smiles the kids bring me each day.
Email: Darci@tenderones.com
