Meet the Empowered Physical Therapy Team
Ken McGee, PT, DPT
Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist
We are excited to introduce Dr. Ken (they/he), an outstanding Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist who has graciously stepped in to help Dr. Rachel while she is on maternity leave by providing temporary coverage for our new patient evaluations. Dr. Ken brings extensive knowledge and experience to our practice, holding a doctorate in physical therapy and being Board-Certified in Pelvic Floor Health.
In addition to his professional qualifications, Dr. Ken is also a dedicated birth doula and has personally experienced the journey of childbirth, having birthed two babies. His unique perspective and understanding make him exceptionally well-equipped to support our patients with empathy and expertise.
Empowered Physical Therapy’s trusted Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy Assistants, Phoebe and Emmy, will continue to see patients for their follow-up visits, ensuring continuity of care and support.
We understand that meeting a new therapist can bring some apprehension, but we are confident that Dr. Ken’s professionalism, warmth, and firsthand experience with childbirth will help you feel comfortable and supported until Dr. Rachel’s anticipated return in October 2024.
![Meet the team Dr. Rachel Jalanivich Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist, Doctor of Physical Therapy, and Owner of Empowered Physical Therapy](https://empowered-physicaltherapy.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/dr-rachel-240x300.jpg)
Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist, Owner
*Currently on maternity leave*
Estimated return for new patients: Oct 2024
Dr. Rachel Doza decided to open her own physical therapy practice to provide higher quality care than high patient-volume clinics. Her pelvic floor physical therapy practice is focused on quality over quantity, and the patient results speak for themselves!
Rachel has been in the physical therapy field for over a decade and has further education beyond her doctorate degree in pelvic health, dry needling, orthopedics, and is a certified Pre & Postpartum Corrective Exercise Specialist.
Stemming from her military background, she is a fierce advocate for women’s rights and loves helping women regain control over their bodies.
Fun facts about Rachel:
- Her and her husband have a baby boy, 2 dogs, and a cat
- She has lived in California, Florida, Texas, Hawaii, and now Washington
- She was Active Duty Navy for 7 years and a Reservist for 2
- In the Navy, she was a Search and Rescue Swimmer for 4 years and then a Physical Therapist Assistant for 3 years.
- Her favorite foods are sushi, pad Thai, and ice cream
- Her favorite activities are hiking, camping, and all DIY house projects that involve power tools
- She believes laughter is the best medicine.
![Pelvic Floor Therapist Phoebe Ivy Empowered Physical Therapy](https://empowered-physicaltherapy.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Phoebe-EPT-staff-photo-cropped-200x300.jpg)
Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy Assistant
A Washington native and new mom, Phoebe is passionate about women’s health. She uses her strong orthopedic background as a basis for her treatment approach to help women heal from pelvic floor dysfunction. She believes movement is medicine, and works to personalize treatment to meet patients where they are in each stage of their lives.
Fun Facts about Phoebe:
- She has a wonderful daughter
- She is a 200hr certified RYT yoga instructor
- She loves hiking, snowboarding, and paddleboarding around Washington with her husband
- She is a pizza enthusiast, and strongly supports pineapple on pizza
- She loves baking
- She has 50+ houseplants, and has been building her outdoor garden
![Amelia Jurkowska pelvic floor PTA at Empowered Physical Therapy](https://empowered-physicaltherapy.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Emmy-staff-photo-768x1024.jpeg)
Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy Assistant
As an athlete herself, Emmy has an incredible amount of knowledge and experience treating high level athletes. She has extensive training in pelvic health issues and is an experienced clinician. She is an expert in functional movement patterns and helping patients get back to high level sports free from pesky pelvic floor problems.
Fun Facts about Emmy:
- She was raised in Eagle River, Alaska
- She has 2 dogs, and one is training to be a therapy and search and rescue dog for Snohomish county.
- She has played ice hockey for over 30 years and still has most of her teeth
- She would rather cross country ski than downhill ski, so you know she is up for hard work
- She loves the circus and wishes she could be the tattooed lady
![Meet the team Administrative Assistant](https://empowered-physicaltherapy.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Stephanie-Sjoblom.jpg)
Executive Administrative Assistant
A Lake Stevens local, Stephanie has been serving this community for years! Stephanie is passionate about women’s health and wellness. She is the voice behind our patient communications, scheduling, and social media. She is vital to Empowered Physical Therapy’s operations and we are so lucky to have her!
Fun facts about Stephanie:
- She loves audiobooks
- Stephanie loves to travel and one of her favorite vacation places she has traveled to is Curaçao in the Caribbean.
- She has a 11 year old black lab named Ella
- She loves spending time outdoors hiking, fishing, and camping
- She got married last summer
- She met her husband over 20 years ago, in middle school, right here in Lake Stevens
- Her favorite food is the Baja Roll from Kai Sushi
- She’s a Bowling aficionado
Meet our Co-Located Wellness Associates
![Cherise Embodied Family Wellness Cherise Embodied Family Wellness](https://empowered-physicaltherapy.com/wp-content/uploads/elementor/thumbs/Cherise-Embodied-Family-Wellness-qoo1bz8wodxbm9db09x6ap3dp5vl6oqto3w93b7fb2.jpeg)
Licensed Massage Therapist
A third-generation licensed massage therapist, Cherise pulls from the power of tradition and passion to provide you with an integrative massage experience that’s truly exceptional. At Embodied Family Wellness, we blend tradition and innovation to create a therapeutic experience like no other. Book a massage session today and discover the transformative power of our unique approach to massage therapy.
Cherise owns Embodied Family Wellness and rents space at Empowered PT. To book a massage with Cherise, please email her directly at embodiedfamilywellness@gmail.com or book online HERE!
Available on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays
![Kiley Meet the team Massage, Yoga instructor, pelvic floor physical therapy,](https://empowered-physicaltherapy.com/wp-content/uploads/elementor/thumbs/Kiley-qdo43eqmds0vq7tddtcq4vjfn84y55j4ovynv29bge.jpeg)
Licensed Massage Therapist and Yoga Instructor
With two decades of massage therapy experience under her belt, Kiley specializes in deep tissue, myofascial release, and the holistic wellness of body and mind. But that’s not all! Kiley brings a wealth of knowing and expertise to the world of yoga with 10 years of experience as a yoga instructor.
Kiley owns Kiley R Yoga & Massage and rents space at Empowered Physical Therapy. Took book a massage with Kiley please email her directly at KileysRuiz@gmail.com
Or visit her Facebook Here!
Available on Tuesdays only