Kathryn T.

Kathryn T.

Physical Therapist Assistant, Pelvic Health Specialist

Professional Experience:

3 years outpatient orthopedic Physical Therapist Assistant, started with Rausch PT in 2019

Education:

Physical Therapist Assistant degree, 2017
Bachelors of Arts in Dance with an Option in Science

Get to Know Kathryn

Kathryn grew up in Bishop, CA, but moved to Orange County for college and to pursue a career in dance. She completed her undergraduate degree at CSULB with a BA in Dance Science and spent 10 years as a professional dancer and instructor before deciding to switch careers after experiencing multiple injuries and going through physical therapy herself. Inspired by how her own PT helped her return to what she loved, she earned her Physical Therapist Assistant degree, graduating with Honors in 2017, and later became a certified Pilates instructor. Kathryn thrives in the outpatient orthopedic clinic setting, enjoying the unique challenges each patient presents and using her creative, out-of-the-box thinking to help them reach their goals. She remains active in the dance community as a substitute teacher and assistant at the American Ballet Theatre Gillespie School at Segerstrom Center for the Arts, and in her free time she enjoys traveling, horseback riding, hiking with her dog, and spending quality time with her family and kids.

Joelle S.

Physical Therapist

Joelle Shoemaker has been a licensed physical therapist since 1995, bringing over 30 years of experience in outpatient orthopedic care. Throughout her career, she has treated thousands of patients ranging from professional athletes and youth sports competitors to active adults and post-surgical patients.

Her continuing education has focused heavily on functional movement and restoring proper movement patterns. While she values manual therapy techniques, her true passion lies in helping patients regain the strength, confidence, and mobility needed to return to the activities they love most.

Outside the clinic, Joelle is an avid recreational runner and values the strong sense of connection and support she has found within her gym community. Staying active has always been a central part of her life, and it continues to inspire her passion for helping others return to their previous level of activity and performance.

Joelle is thrilled to be part of the Rausch Team. She strongly believes patients deserve individualized, one-on-one care throughout their rehabilitation journey—something that has become increasingly rare in outpatient therapy settings. She is excited to help bring that personalized approach back to patient care and looks forward to helping patients move better, feel stronger, and return to the activities they enjoy most.

Analise R.

Analise R.

Physical Therapist, Pelvic Health Specialist

Analise ran cross country and long-distance track in high school, where her own running injuries first introduced her to physical therapy and the impact of supportive, evidence-based care. Inspired by that experience, she earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the University of North Dakota in 2019 after completing a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. Analise began her career in outpatient orthopedics before pursuing advanced pelvic health training in 2020, and since then she has obtained her PRPC and PCES certifications and is passionate about helping patients navigate all aspects of pelvic floor rehabilitation. Outside the clinic, she enjoys running races from 5Ks to marathons, hiking, spending time at the beach, and exploring new restaurants with family and friends.

Sarah T.

Sarah T.

Clinical Director, Physical Therapist

Professional

Physical Therapist, Rausch Physical Therapy & Sports Performance (2020)

Education

Doctorate Degree
Physical Therapy
Franklin Pierce University
Manchester, NH (2019)

Bachelor’s Degree
Exercise and Sport Science
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR (2014)

Get to Know Sarah

Sarah grew up in Southern Orange County and has been involved in sports her whole life, competing in gymnastics for 13 years before running varsity cross country and pole vaulting for two years in high school. She went on to complete her undergraduate degree at Oregon State University (Go Beavs!) with a Bachelor’s in Exercise and Sport Science and later worked as a physical therapy aide for a year and a half, where she discovered her passion for helping patients through rehab. Sarah earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Franklin Pierce University in Manchester, New Hampshire, and has experience in a variety of settings, including outpatient orthopedics. As your physical therapist, her goal is to give you the information and tools you need to get back to what you love doing, and she believes that individualizing each plan of care is vital to successful recovery. When she’s not in the clinic, Sarah enjoys going to the beach, hiking, watching college football in the fall, and spending time with friends and family.

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Kathryn T.

Kathryn T.

Physical Therapist Assistant, Pelvic Health Specialist

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Joelle S.

Joelle S.

Physical Therapist

Analise R.

Analise R.

Physical Therapist, Pelvic Health Specialist

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Sarah T.

Clinical Director, Physical Therapist

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