Welcome to Doctors For Dancers!

At Doctors For Dancers, we connect dance medicine with the dance industry, understanding that dancers are Artistic Athletes with unique needs.

Our mission is to support dancers, teachers, and parents by promoting health, safety, and longevity in dance. Explore our resources and connect with Dance Specialists worldwide.

Whether you need local or virtual support, our directory is here to help. Start your dance wellness journey with us. For personalized assistance, call or text 818.918.1832.

 

Melissa Buffer MSPT, CNPT – Buffer Trenouth PT and Wellness

Melissa Buffer, MSPT, CNPT has been an orthopedic physical therapist and dance medicine specialist based out of Boston/Cambridge since 2006. She now owns and operates a company offering both in-person and virtual services to movers and shakers of all [...]
Special Offers: 20% discount available to dancers and performers; 25% discount if found through Doctors For Dancers
Instagram: @btpt.movement
Facebook: @BufferTrenouthPT
Hours of Operation: Check website
Address:
763 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA, USA, Suite 7, Massachusetts, USA 02139

Jessica Randolph, DPM – Surgical Group of Arizona

Dr. Jessica Vernola (Clyne) Randolph, a native of Phoenix, AZ is classically trained in ballet and many different modern dance techniques.  She received her Bachelors of Fine Arts in Dance and Choreography from Arizona State University, followed by her Masters in Dance Education [...]
Special Offers: Call for available discounts
Instagram: @surgicalgroupofarizona
Hours of Operation: Mon: 8:30am to 4:30pm Tue: 8:30am to 4:30pm Wed: 8:30am to 4:30pm Thur: 8:30am to 4:30pm Fri: 8:30am to 3pm
Address:
20940 N Tatum Blvd, Phoenix, AZ, USA, Suite 350, Arizona, USA 85050

Dr. Mona Tsutsui, PT, DPT, CFSC, RKC

Mona Tsutsui is a Physical Therapist based in NYC and is a Pilates teacher certification candidate. She earned her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences in Miami, where she built skills in [...]
Special Offers: Free fitness assessment with our training team. If you are dealing with an injury, please go to our PT inquiry form for a free consult call with our team
Instagram: @mona.t.dpt / @mxa.pt
Hours of Operation: Tues: 8am - 8pm Wed: 8am - 8pm Thurs: 3pm - 8pm Fri: 8am - 11:30am Sat: by appointment only
Address:
4 West 14th Street 2nd floor, New York, NY, New York, USA 10011
4 West 14th Street 2nd floor, New York, NY, USA, New York, USA 10016
Tues: 8am - 8pm Wed: 8am - 8pm Thurs: 3pm - 8pm Fri: 8am - 11:30am Sat: by appointment only

Dr. Chris Koutures- ActiveKidMD

WE STRIVE TO BE YOUR PARTNER IN YOUR Dual board-certified pediatric and sports medicine specialist Dr. Chris Koutures offer an individualized approach to general pediatric, performing arts and sports medicine care that enhances the health and knowledge of his [...]
Instagram: @activekidmd
Facebook: Activekidmd- Your Partner for Specialty Pediatric and Sports Medicine Care
Hours of Operation: By Appointment Only
Address:
500 South Anaheim Hills Road, Anaheim, CA, USA, Suite 140, California, USA 92807

Dr. Katie Lichty, PT, DPT, OCS – Moti Physiotherapy

Born and raised in the central valley of California, Katie has always loved living in California, earning her BS from the University of California Santa Barbara, and then receiving her Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT) from Chapman University in [...]
Instagram: @moti_pt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/motiphysiotherapy/
Hours of Operation: Mon-Fri 7-8
Address:
1965 Hillhurst Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, USA

Lauren Dean, LAT, ATC, Cert DN, CES – AT the Stage, LLC

Lauren Dean is the owner and founder of AT the Stage, LLC, a mobile athletic training service dedicated to the health and longevity of high-level performers. With over 10 years of sports medicine and performing arts medicine experience, she [...]
Special Offers: Complimentary 20-min intro call. New Year 2026 Special: $10 off initial assessment
Instagram: @at.the.stage
Facebook: @atthestage2
Hours of Operation: Email for scheduling
Address:
Florida, USA 34761

GingerAnn Neslund PT, DPT – Divergent Physical Therapy & Wellness

My name is GingerAnn Neslund. I have been practicing physical therapy since 2015, and I have been dancing since I could walk. Through my practice as a physical therapist, I am committed to helping patients feel and move better, [...]
Special Offers: Free 20-minute injury screening (phone or Zoom) upon request!
Instagram: @moderndancept
Facebook: @wellnesstipsfordanceteachers
Hours of Operation: M-F by appointment only, contact me for any special circumstances
Address:
Ypsilanti, MI, USA, Michigan, USA 48198

Melanie Gray, Osteopathic Wellness & Arts, PLLC

I am a board certified osteopathic family physician and former ballet dancer. I focus on functional medicine and perform Osteopathic Manipulative Treatments. My holistic approach and dance expertise allow me to provide all levels and types of dancers with [...]
Special Offers: First visit 25% off, then 10% off all other services.
Instagram: @drmelaniegray
Facebook: Melanie Gray DO
Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm
Address:
4100 Heritage Ave, #106, Grapevine, Texas, USA 76051

Dr. Sarah Troicky, PT, DPT ATC – Trinity Physical Therapy and Wellness

Dr. Sarah Troicky is the owner and founder of Trinity Physical Therapy and Wellness. She is a Colorado native who grew up in Longmont and currently lives in Lakewood.  Sarah is a licensed physical therapist and licensed athletic trainer.  [...]
Special Offers: Call for available discounts
Instagram: @trinityptwellness
Facebook: @trinityptwellness
Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday, call to schedule
Address:
5353, Colorado, USA

Marissa T Schaeffer

Marissa Schaeffer, PT, DPT, CSCS is a licensed physical therapist and strength and conditioning specialist in New York City. She is the founder of FlySpace, a physical therapy studio servicing performance artists, and senior physical therapist at Alvin Ailey American [...]
Instagram: @marissatschaeffer_dpt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marissaschaefferDPT/
Hours of Operation: By Appointment Only
Address:
125 West 72nd Street, Room F, New York, USA 10023

Sarah Tyndall- Restore & Reform- PT, MPT, OCS

Sarah is a Sports Medicine/Orthopedic Physical Therapist who trained in Vaganova style Classical Ballet growing up, ultimately deciding to pursue a career in Physical Therapy to help other dancers reach their dreams and highest potential. Going to PT school, [...]
Special Offers: New Clients- 10% off Physical Therapy Evaluation or Injury Prevention Screening service
Instagram: @restore.reform.pt
Facebook: @restore.reform.pt
Hours of Operation: Monday, Wednesday, Saturday (by appointment only). Check Website for updates
Address:
11301-B Penny Road, North Carolina, USA 27518
Connected with CrossFit Coordinate, across TenTen from Knight's Play

Dr. Elaine Marquez McHugh, Naturopathic Medical Doctor (NMD), Rise Health and Wellness

Hello! I am Dr. Elaine, a dedicated specialist in the realm of longevity medicine. My passions in medicine include regenerative and anti-aging medicine, sports and performance medicine, mind body medicine, integrative medicine, and functional medicine. I am on a [...]
Special Offers: Free Discovery Consultation & 15% Off Initial Consultation
Instagram: @iamdrelaine
Facebook: @rise.medicine
Hours of Operation: Rise Health & Wellness: Sat & Sun 11am-3pm; Beverly Hills Rejuvenation Center: M-Th 10am-6pm & F 9am-5pm
Address:
California, USA
Rise Health & Wellness - Virtual or Concierge
1860 S Sepulveda Blvd., California, USA 90025
Beverly Hills Rejuvenation Center - Virtual or Clinic In-Person

Richelle “Ricki” Stevenson – LAT, ATC, The Barre and Beyond

Richelle (Ricki) Stevenson is a licensed athletic trainer (LAT), certified Pilates instructor, and professional ballet dancer.  In 2015, she graduated summa cum laude from Grand Canyon University with a degree in athletic training and a minor in dance education. [...]
Special Offers: 10% discount on virtual or in-person initial evaluations
Instagram: @thebarreandbeyond
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Richelle-Stevenson-465526493890587
Hours of Operation: Check Website
Address:
62 Washington Street, M104, Middletown, Connecticut, USA 06457

Dr. Nina Geromel, PT, DPT, ATC- Geromove

Nina holds a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree and a Bachelor of Science degree in Athletic Training from Marquette University in Milwaukee, WI. Nina is a Certified Athletic Trainer and member of the American Physical Therapy Association and Private [...]
Instagram: @thepointedoc
Facebook: @thepointedoc
Address:
Orlando, FL, USA, Florida, USA 32821

Jennifer Milner – Bodies In Motion

Jennifer Milner is a certified Pilates trainer specializing in dancers and post-injury recoveries.  As a classical ballet dancer, Jennifer danced with several companies across the country, then moved to New York for musical theatre.  After a knee injury ended [...]
Instagram: @jennifer.milner
Hours of Operation: By Appointment Only
Address:
Dallas, TX, USA, At Studios and Homes, Texas, USA
Dallas, TX, USA, Online

Cailyn Kennedy – Physical Therapist

Cailyn attended undergraduate studies at the University of South Carolina and received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Wingate University. Cailyn has a passion for treating dancers, as she competed competitively for 15+ years. She also competed on the [...]
Special Offers: Call for available offers
Instagram: @drcailynkennedydpt
Hours of Operation: Check website for schedule
Address:
2103 West Parkside Lane, Phoenix, AZ, USA, Arizona, USA 85027

Chelsea Pierotti Ph.D., Passionate Coach LLC

Chelsea Pierotti, Ph.D. is a Sport Psychology Consultant for dancers through her organization, Passionate Coach LLC. As a former professional ballet dancer and dance team coach she focuses on mental skills training including mental toughness, confidence, anxiety control, motivation, [...]
Special Offers: Schedule a free 30 minute discovery call with Dr. Chelsea to find out how mental performance coaching can help your dance career
Instagram: @dr.chelsea.pierotti
Facebook: drchelseapierotti
Hours of Operation: Contact for schedule
Address:
POB 17431, Colorado, USA 80308

Emily Scherb- Pure Motion Physical Therapy- The Circus Doc

Dr. Emily Scherb began her training as a circus artist in 1992. She continued training, performing, and teaching as she made her way through school, always making sure she wasn’t too far from her trapeze. When she graduated with [...]
Instagram: @TheCircusDoc
Facebook: @TheCircusDoc
Hours of Operation: By Appointment Only
Address:
2130 Westlake Ave N, Seattle, WA, USA, Suite 2, Washington state, USA 98109
Seattle, WA, USA, Online, Washington state, USA

Nasira Burkholder-Cooley, DrPH, RDN, BFA- Health en Pointe

Nasira is a registered dietitian, fitness expert, and nutrition educator. She was drawn to public health and nutrition as a result of her diverse background in science, fine arts, and fitness. Nasira is currently an adjunct faculty member at [...]
Instagram: @Health_enpointe
Facebook: Healthenpointe
Hours of Operation: By Appointment Only
Address:
200 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach, CA, USA, Suite 205, California, USA 92660
Orange County, CA, USA, California, USA
Online, California, USA

Carlos “SparXz” Caraballo CSCS, PPSC, OTA1

I am a Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), Pain-Free Performance Specialist (PPSC), Dancer, and Martial Arts Tricker My mission is to help dancers optimize their performance, extend their careers, decrease their risk for injury, and improve their overall wellness. I understand [...]
Special Offers: Mention "Doctors for Dancers" and receive a FREE 30-min consultation & a special discount on any of my online programs
Instagram: @carlossparxz
Facebook: Facebook.com/CarlosSparXz
Hours of Operation: By Appointment Only
Address:
Chandler, Mobile, Arizona, USA

Dr. Audrey Lugo, PT, DPT, CSCS

Dr. Audrey Lugo is a licensed Doctor of Physical Therapy, Dance Medicine Specialist, and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. As a dancer for 20+ years, Audrey experienced several dance-related injuries and chronic pain which led her to her passion [...]
Special Offers: Email for Available Discounts
Instagram: @dr.audreylugo
Address:
Pinecrest, FL, USA, Florida, USA
Pembroke Pines, FL, USA, Florida, USA

Megan Richardson, MS, Dipl Ac, LAc, ATC – Megan Richardson Wellness

As a former dancer Megan knows the physical and emotional demands of the performing arts profession and aims to support each client retain health and balance as well as facilitate a quick return to function and health. She has [...]
Instagram: @meganrichardsonwellness
Facebook: @meganrichardsonwellness
Hours of Operation: By Appointment Only
Address:
99 Madison Avenue, New York, NY, USA, 4th Floor, Suite 403, New York, USA 10016

Amie Sue, PT, DPT, CSCS- Cynergy Physical Therapy

Amie Sue received her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from New York University. While completing her degree, she became a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist through the National Strength and Conditioning Association. Prior to pursuing her DPT, Amie graduated [...]
Special Offers: Call for available discounts
Instagram: @amie.dpt
Hours of Operation: Check Website
Address:
119 West 57th Street, New York, NY, USA, Suite 600, New York, USA 10019

Junko Araki, EdD, LCPC, LPC, BC-DMT – Embodied Trust, LLC

Junko Araki, EdD, LCPC, LPC, BC-DMT, is a Japanese/English bilingual licensed professional counselor specializing in somatic psychology, dance/movement therapy, and sport and performance psychology. Junko helps her clients incorporate authentic experience and creative exploration into their day-to-day lives as a [...]
Special Offers: Schedule a 15-minute complimentary call to learn more about my services and to see if we would be a good fit.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/embodiedtrust/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/embodiedtrustllc/
Hours of Operation: By appointment
Address:
11160 Veirs Mill Rd. Ste LLH18 #426, Maryland, USA 20902

Dean Sosa, PT, DPT, BRM

My name is Dean Sosa and I am a Doctor of Physical Therapy and strength coach for artist-athletes. I graduated in May 2020 from Saint Joseph’s University. I have several years of clinical experience working with high school and [...]
Instagram: @juzdean.dpt
Hours of Operation: Please contact via phone, email, or instagram for scheduling
Address:
Los Angeles, CA, USA 90023
1355 Palmetto St Suite 140, Los Angeles, CA 90013

Allie Christensen- Align Fitness By Allie

At Align Fitness By Allie, we specialize in training dancers of all levels in correct movement patterns and technique, strength and conditioning, flexibility, injury recovery, and more. Using the Gyrotonic Method and others to teach correct placement, alignment, dance [...]
Instagram: @alignfitnessbyallie.com
Hours of Operation: Mon-Fri 7-9
Address:
17931 Beach Blvd, Huntington Beach, CA, USA, Suite 100, California, USA 92647
Huntington Beach, CA, USA, Online

Katlyn Oakley, PTA- Aquacare Physical Therapy

Katie Oakley is a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant and Certified Dance Medicine Specialist who brings a unique blend of clinical expertise, performance background, and dancer-centered care to her work. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from [...]
Special Offers: Free 30 Minute Consultation
Instagram: @aquacaredancemedicine
Hours of Operation: Check Website/Booking Link
Address:
106 Milford Street, Salisbury, MD, USA, Suite 106, Maryland, USA 21804

Kristen Robertson, PT, DPT, NCPT

Dr. Kristen Robertson graduated from Wayne State University with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2019. She is a Nationally Certified Pilates Teacher and STOTT Pilates Instructor, holding specialist certifications in Rehabilitation and Athletics. A former professional dancer, Dr. [...]
Instagram: krobertson1349
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kristen.robertson.9400
Hours of Operation: M, W, Th 7-7
Address:
20276 Middlebelt Road, Suite 8, Michigan, USA 48152