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Clinicians

Care Guided by Skill, Experience, and Personal Attention

The clinicians at IMPACT Physical Therapy & Sports Recovery play a central role in how patients experience physical therapy and recovery. Every member of our clinical team brings a shared commitment to thoughtful care, clear communication, and measurable progress. Patients across Illinois trust our clinicians because we value professionalism, consistency, and attention to detail throughout every phase of care.

Our physical therapists and athletic trainers focus on understanding how movement limitations affect daily life, work, and activity. That focus helps care remain practical, structured, and aligned with each patient’s goals.

Meet Our Clinicians

Each IMPACT Physical Therapy & Sports Recovery location is supported by a team of licensed physical therapists and athletic trainers who bring unique experience and perspective to patient care.

Gretchen Thompson
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Gretchen Thompson

PT, MS, CMTPT, COMT, Astym Cert.

Tim Rylander
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Tim Rylander

PT, EdD, MPT, OCS, CSMT, CBIS, PES, Astym Cert.

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Paul Thomas

PT, DPT, OCS, MTC, COMT, CMTPT, Cert DN, FAAOMPT

Bill Peterson
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Bill Peterson

PT, DPT, Astym Cert.

Leo Talaganis
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Leo Talaganis

PT, DPT, CMPT, CSCS, Astym Cert.

Courtney Odelson-Dynes
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Courtney Odelson-Dynes

PT, DPT, c-ART, Astym Cert, CMTPT

Bob Griffin
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Bob Griffin

PT, DPT, SCS, Astym Cert.

Liz Yerly
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Liz Yerly

PT, MPT, ATC, LMT, CSCS, CMTPT/DN

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Trae Moberly

PTA, Astym Cert.

Kailey Becker
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Kamila Rylander

PT, MPT, PCES, Astym Cert.

Jimmy Bedolla
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Jimmy Bedolla

MHA, ATC, PES, Astym Cert.

Shannon Miller
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Shannon Miller

PT, DPT, CMPT, Astym Cert

Kyle Stenzel
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Kyle Stenzel

PT, DPT, CMPT, CMTPT/DN, Astym Cert

Chris Harter
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Chris Harter

PT, DPT, ATC, Astym Cert.

Karin M. Bertulis
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Karin M. Bertulis

PT, MPT, PRPC, DN cert.

Katie Heuer
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Katie Heuer

PT, DPT, Astym Cert.

Jessica Skalski
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Jessica Skalski

PT, DPT, COMT, ASTYM Cert.

Tiana Karopulos
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Tiana Karopulos

PT, DPT, CMPT, Astym Cert

Aaron Braun
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Aaron Braun

PT, DPT, CSCS, Astym Cert

Lynne Lesniak
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Lynne Lesniak

PT, DPT, CMTPT/DN, PCES, Astym Cert.

Kristin Morrison
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Kristin Morrison

PT, DPT, COMT, Astym Cert., CMTPT

Beth Swakow
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Beth Swakow

PT, DPT, COMT, CMTPT/DN, PCES

Alexandra Timm
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Alexandra Timm

PT, DPT, OCS, CMTPT/DN

A Collaborative Approach to Patient Care

Our clinicians work as a team, sharing insight and experience to support patient outcomes. This collaborative environment allows care to stay consistent and responsive as patients progress.

As a physical therapist-owned practice, IMPACT Physical Therapy & Sports Recovery prioritizes clinical integrity, patient connection, and continued professional development. These values shape how clinicians deliver care across all locations in Illinois.

A Team Built Around Thoughtful, One-on-One Care

At IMPACT Physical Therapy & Sports Recovery, clinicians work directly with patients from evaluation through discharge. This model supports continuity, trust, and accountability. Patients benefit from working with licensed professionals who guide care decisions, monitor progress, and adjust treatment plans as movement improves.

Each clinician approaches care with a balance of clinical reasoning and hands-on skill. Treatment plans reflect the individual, not just the diagnosis, and support both short-term recovery and long-term movement health.

Clinical Expertise That Supports Real Progress

The clinicians at IMPACT Physical Therapy & Sports Recovery use evidence-based physical therapy principles to evaluate movement, strength, joint mobility, and neuromuscular control. This evaluation process helps identify contributing factors to pain or limitation and supports clear treatment planning.

Care may include hands-on manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, neuromuscular reeducation, movement retraining, and progressive loading strategies. Clinicians also integrate recovery and performance services when appropriate to support a smooth transition back to activity.

Care That Starts With the Right Team

Choosing the right clinician matters when movement, strength, and confidence are affected. The clinicians at IMPACT Physical Therapy & Sports Recovery are committed to helping patients move better, feel stronger, and return to the activities that matter most. If you’re ready to begin care, contact IMPACT Physical Therapy & Sports Recovery to request an appointment with our clinical team.

Find care near you at any of our Champaign, IL, Hinsdale, IL, Lakeview in Chicago, IL, Naperville, IL, Norridge in Chicago, IL, Oak Lawn, IL, Orland-Park, IL or South-Loop in Chicago, IL locations. Each clinic offers dedicated, location-specific physical therapy services and sports recovery services designed to support your goals.