Lake Washington Physical Therapy

Lake Washington Physical Therapy Kirkland | Houghton | Kenmore | Redmond | Alki | Fauntleroy | Totem Lake | Woodinville | Bellevue

Kirkland
Ben Wobker, PT, MSPT, CSCS, SFMA
Mandie Majerus, PT, MSPT, OCS, CSCS, CMPT
Heidi Biehl, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS, SFMAc, CSFC
Megan O'Connell, PT, DPT, MPT, CSCS
Jordan Bork, PT, DPT, CSCS, CSFC
Kerri Smith, PT, DPT, CFSC
Katie Hutchins, PT, DPT
Kamy Brandt, PT, DPT
Taylor Graham, PT, DPT
Devin Wulff, PT, DPT, CSCS
Sara Wobker, Director of Operations (Kirkland)

Houghton
Matt Sato, PT, DPT, SFM

A, TPIc
Victor Kollar, PT, DPT, TPIc
Nick Jackson, PT, DPT
Anne Harmon Grout, PT, MPT
Brandon Balmelli, PT, DPT
John Simonds, PTA
Abby Smith, PT, DPT
Kelli Sato, Office Manager (Houghton)

Kenmore
Joe Nance, PT, OCS, COMT, FAAOMPT, ATC
Cynthia Rainey, PT, DPT, OCS, CMPT, CFSC
Terry Phillips, PT, DPT
Kaylee Nelson, PT, DPT, OCS, FAFS
Mylan Vu, PT, DPT, OCS, MTC, CAFS
Katie Sturtevant, PT, DPT
Chad Williams, PT, DPT
Joe Midgett, PT, DPT, ATC
Kendra Alkire, PT, DPT
Gus Johnson, PT, DPT
Monica Figueroa, Office Manager (Kenmore)

West Seattle
Mark Bouma, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS, FAAOMPT
Laura Bouma, PT, DPT, OCS
April Johnson, PT, DPT
Alison Read, PT, DPT, CEEAA
Aaron Jeong, PT, DPT
Justin Applegate, PT, DPT, CSCS
Sarah Riesler, PT, DPT
David Beske, PT, DPT

Redmond
Shawn Brenneman, PT, DPT, FAFS, FGS
Oliver Billon, PTA, FGS
Jessica Hisech, PT, DPT
Hork Do, PT, DPT
Elizabeth Parkhurst, PT, DPT
Cole Graves, PT, DPT
Kevin Okula, PT, DPT
Lisa Close, Office Manager (Redmond)

LWPT Performance (Arena Sports Redmond)
Heidi Biehl, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS, SFMAc, CSFC

LWPT Performance (The Lift Woodinville)
Jordan Bork, PT, DPT, CSCS, CSFC

At LWPT, we believe that "Getting Better" starts with a commitment to lifelong learning and local collaboration. This we...
04/30/2026

At LWPT, we believe that "Getting Better" starts with a commitment to lifelong learning and local collaboration. This week, we had the pleasure of hosting Dr. Brian Krabak from UW Medicine for an afternoon of deep-dive discussions on biomechanics and injury prevention.

Dr. Krabak sat down with Kelly McCracken, PT ( one of our swim specialists!) to talk all things overhead athletes. From the precision of a swimmer’s stroke to the explosive power of a pitcher’s delivery, we explored the latest strategies to keep our local athletes performing at their peak.

Whether you’re training for a meet at the King County Aquatic Center or gearing up for little league season on the Eastside, our goal is to provide the specialized, one-on-one care you need to stay in the game.

Big thanks to Dr. Krabak for the insight and the great lunch! It’s partnerships like these that help us ensure every patient has the tools to move better and recover faster.

TBT:Mentor Time and In-services are a hallmark of our care and growth as clinicians. A big thank you to Stacey Soappman ...
04/30/2026

TBT:
Mentor Time and In-services are a hallmark of our care and growth as clinicians.

A big thank you to Stacey Soappman for her mentorship over the last nine months. Our goal going into 2023 was to elevate our clinicians group Wide. Stacy and aspire PT have been a big component of that. We’re also excited to have our student therapist participate in the mentorship as well.

This past weekend, our very own Maxwell Ngo, PT from the Alki team was out in the West Seattle community leading a Conti...
04/30/2026

This past weekend, our very own Maxwell Ngo, PT from the Alki team was out in the West Seattle community leading a Continuing Education course on MSK Ultrasound.

At LWPT, we are committed to mentorship and staying at the cutting edge of clinical technology. By teaching fellow clinicians how to utilize musculoskeletal ultrasound, Max is helping bridge the gap between advanced imaging and individualized, one-on-one care.

When our therapists lead the way in education, it means better diagnostic clarity and more precise recovery plans for our patients.

Great work, Maxwell! Way to represent the Alki team and help the PNW clinical community "Get Better."

04/29/2026

Next Monday be ready for May the 4th! Stay tuned....

🌍💃 Happy International Dance Day! 🎉 Did you know that our amazing PT, Anne Harmon Grout at our Houghton location has be...
04/29/2026

🌍💃 Happy International Dance Day! 🎉 Did you know that our amazing PT, Anne Harmon Grout at our Houghton location has been working with the Pacific Northwest Ballet for over 21 years! Here is a great piece she wrote.

Blog:
https://ow.ly/FvIU50VHJyJ

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If you’ve been following the Mariners, you know the headlines: Brendan Donovan is on the 10-day IL with a groin strain. ...
04/28/2026

If you’ve been following the Mariners, you know the headlines: Brendan Donovan is on the 10-day IL with a groin strain. For fans, it’s a lineup gap. For PTs, it’s a classic movement puzzle.

Donovan’s history with sports hernia surgery is the "smoking gun" here. In the world of high-performance rehab, we talk about the Kinetic Chain. The groin is often just the "fall guy" for a system that isn't coordinating correctly after surgery.

Whether you are a Major Leaguer or a weekend warrior, the principles are identical: Rest is a strategy, not a plan. Ice might quiet the symptoms, but it won’t rebuild the capacity to handle explosive rotation or lateral cutting.
Fix the movement, not just the muscle. If the deep core and glutes aren't sharing the workload, the adductors end up "closing the store" every night until something gives. Patience is active. Returning to the field isn't about the date on a calendar; it’s about restoring the foundation layer by layer.

Check out my full breakdown of Donovan's path back and what it means for your own "lingering" injuries:
http://www.lakewashingtonpt.com/physicaltherapy/brendan-donovan-groin

Happy National Superhero Day! We celebrate the heroes in capes and those who wear kindness daily! 🎉 Joe has been brinin...
04/28/2026

Happy National Superhero Day!
We celebrate the heroes in capes and those who wear kindness daily! 🎉 Joe has been brining the superhero energy to the region for over 26 years and to our group since 2019. He has built an amazing team in Kenmore and has mentored hundreds of PTs in the region.
Add your favorite Joe-moments or quotes below.

Our Alki had a wonderful event this week hosting the Westies Run Club. After their 40min walk/run, we served coffee, OJ,...
04/26/2026

Our Alki had a wonderful event this week hosting the Westies Run Club. After their 40min walk/run, we served coffee, OJ, and Bakery Nouveau on the rooftop. Amanda, Max and Ella did a terrific job sharing insights on running injuries, shock absorption, the importance of strength training, and recovery techniques.

DailyDurability was also a hit as it provides many of these recreational runners an exercise tool to support their healthy running progression.

We answered numerous questions following the talk and made great community connections. I hope we can provide another rooftop class with the Westies later in the year!

We are thrilled to welcome Ella to our West Seattle Alki clinic for her final clinical rotation with Erin Heald, PT! Ell...
04/25/2026

We are thrilled to welcome Ella to our West Seattle Alki clinic for her final clinical rotation with Erin Heald, PT!

Ella brings a unique and powerful perspective to the LWPT movement-first model. Joining us from the University of Washington, she has over a decade of experience as a professional dancer turned yoga and Pilates instructor. This deep understanding of biomechanics and flow means she knows exactly how to help you "Get Better," whether you're returning to the stage or just looking to move pain-free.

She comes highly recommended by our own alumni Alicia Evans, and she has spent her time at UW diving deep into specialized care. To better serve our community, Ella added extra electives and independent studies focused on:

✅ Pre- & Postpartum Care
✅ Pelvic Floor Health
✅ Chronic Pain Management

While Ella has called central Seattle home for 15 years, she’s officially joining the West Seattle community ahead of her planned move to the neighborhood after graduation in June 2026. She specifically requested this internship to start building roots right here in West Seattle.

Next time you’re in the clinic at Alki or Fauntleroy, give her a warm neighborhood welcome!

More:
https://www.lakewashingtonpt.com/west-seattle-team

Strategic Excellence: Building Our Roster The NFL Draft is a powerful reminder that elite results aren’t just about faci...
04/23/2026

Strategic Excellence: Building Our Roster

The NFL Draft is a powerful reminder that elite results aren’t just about facilities they are about the deliberate acquisition of top-tier talent.

At LWPT, our success was built on the same principle. Founded by Ben and Sara Wobker, our mission has always been to provide a level of one-on-one care that requires a premier "roster" of clinicians.

Reflecting on our foundational "Draft Picks," the addition of Matt Sato, PT, and Mandie Majerus, PT, served as the cornerstone of our brand. Their clinical precision and specialized expertise allowed us to set the standard for physical therapy in the Pacific Northwest.

Combined with the operational grit of Sara Wobker and Kelli Sato, we built a framework that prioritizes the patient’s journey above all else.

In professional sports, a bad hire costs you a season. In healthcare, it costs you your culture. That’s why we hire for character and alignment with our "Get Better" mission first.

As the next generation of athletes enters the league today, we remain committed to getting our own "draft" right—hiring the best specialists to keep our community moving.

To our team: Thank you for being the best roster we could ask for.


📚 Happy World Book Day! Today, we celebrate the magic of stories and the joy they bring to our lives. Whether you're coz...
04/23/2026

📚 Happy World Book Day! Today, we celebrate the magic of stories and the joy they bring to our lives. Whether you're cozying up with a classic or diving into a new adventure, spread the love for literacy! 📖

We are excited to welcome Isaiah Manley PT,DPT,COMT,BRM to our team in Woodinville. Isaiah’s background reflects a stron...
04/22/2026

We are excited to welcome Isaiah Manley PT,DPT,COMT,BRM to our team in Woodinville.

Isaiah’s background reflects a strong commitment to both movement and performance. He earned his kinesiology degree from Mt. SAC, completed his bachelor’s degree at South Dakota School of Mines and Technology, and went on to earn his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Creighton University. As a former collegiate football player, he understands firsthand the work it takes to train, compete, recover, and return with confidence.

That perspective shows up in the way he cares for patients every day. Isaiah has built a strong foundation in orthopedic rehabilitation, post-operative care, return-to-sport treatment, and vestibular/concussion rehab. He takes an individualized approach with each patient, blending hands-on care, movement analysis, progressive strengthening, and education to help people get back to the activities that matter most to them.

We also appreciate Isaiah’s commitment to continued growth as a clinician. He recently completed an Orthopedic Residency, earned his COMT credential, and has pursued additional training through Barbell Rehab Method to further strengthen his performance-based approach.

We’re proud to have Isaiah on our team and excited for the impact he will continue to make for our patients and community.

More:
https://www.lakewashingtonpt.com/woodinville-isaiah-manley

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209 Kirkland Avenue
Kirkland, WA
98033

Opening Hours

Monday 6am - 7pm
Tuesday 6am - 7pm
Wednesday 6am - 7pm
Thursday 6am - 7pm
Friday 6am - 7pm
Saturday 7:30am - 3:30am
Sunday 7:30am - 3:30pm

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Matt Sato, PT, DPT, SFMAc, TPIc, Houghton Clinic Director Joe Nance, PT, MPT, OCS, COMT, FAAOMPT, ATC, Kenmore Clinic Director Ben Wobker, PT, MSPT, CSCS, SFMAc, Lake Washington PT Director & Founder Mandie Majerus, PT, MSPT, OCS, CSCS, CMPT, SFMAc, CFSC, US Ski Team, Manager Heidi Biehl, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS, SFMAc, CFSC, Manager Natalie Kinney, PTA Kelly McGivern, PT, DPT, TPIc Jessica Pare, PT, MPT, OCS, SCS, Student & Intern Coordinator Megan O'Connell, PT, DPT, MTC, CFSC Samantha McDaniel, PT, DPT Caitlin Baird, PT, DPT Victor Kollar, PT, DPT, CSCS, TPIc Anne Harmon Grout, PT, MSPT, Dance Therapist PNB Jordan Bork, PT, DPT, CSCS, CFSC Justin Ho, PT, DPT, CSCS Wendell Galvan, PTA, CFSC Kerri Smith, PT, DPT, CFSC Cynthia Rainey, PT, DPT, OCS, CMPT, CFSC Brittany Berthelote, PT, DPT, OCS Carly Lewis, PT, DPT, OCS Kaylee Nelson, PT, DPT, OCS, FAFS Mylan Vu, PT, DPT, OCS, MTC, CAFS

Sara Wobker, Director of Operations (Downtown) Kelli Sato, Director of Operations (Houghton) Jennifer Nance, OT, Administrator (Kenmore)

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