Dr. Katelyn Southwick, PT, DPT was born and raised in Ohio. She completed her Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science at Ashland University where she was a member of the varsity track and field team and club volleyball team.

In 2016, Katelyn earned her Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from Ohio University. She moved to Maryland shortly after where she gained valuable experience treating a variety of orthopedic conditions and worked with many local high school athletes as well as players of the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs, a minor league baseball team in Waldorf.

Katelyn moved to South Florida in late 2017 when given the opportunity to work for a privately-owned outpatient facility she had previously worked with during her clinical internships. There she worked with numerous collegiate and professional athletes in addition to managing a boutique clinic. Since then, she has continued to work with many athletes of all ages as well as with individuals in a mental health and substance abuse rehabilitation center.

Katelyn previously worked for Saylor Physical Therapy from 2020-2021 and returns part-time because it is an amazing company! Outside of work, her hobbies include outdoor adventures and traveling with her husband, daily walks with her dog, and anything active outdoors or on the water. She was born and raised in Ohio.

Dr. Jacob Scott, PT, DPT earned his Bachelors of Science in Health Sciences pre clinical from the University of Central Florida in 2018. He then went on to continue his education, earning his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Florida International University in 2022. His clinical educational background consists of treating various musculoskeletal conditions in a wide patient population ranging from young athletes to geriatric patients. In these experiences he was able to further his training in manual therapy techniques as well treat many orthopedic conditions using therapeutic exercise techniques. Being born and raised in Jupiter Florida, Jacob is very passionate about helping patients in his local community live a healthy lifestyle and return to whatever activities they enjoy doing to stay active. He found a passion for physical therapy as he was introduced to the career from an early age with his father also being a physical therapist as well as growing up playing many different sports such as football, baseball, and basketball. Coming from an athletic background, he is planning on earning his Titleist TPI certification, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, and dry needling certification within the first few years of his career.

Outside of the clinic Jacob enjoys hanging at the beach/doing anything on the water, spending time with family and friends, as well as staying active by exercising, and playing various sports such as golf and pickleball.

Lindsay Moretz LPTA, PTA earned her Bachelors of Science degree at the University of Central Florida in 2016, and went on to receive her associates degree in Physical Therapy Assistant at South University in 2019. Lindsay grew up in North Palm Beach and has spent her years growing up an athlete herself playing softball, flag football and weightlifting. She grew up knowing that movement was so important for the human body—hoping that someday she would help others understand as well. Lindsay has worked hand-and-hand with strokes, SCI and trauma patients in the acute care setting. Working as a therapist in a neurological setting for 2 1/2 years, Lindsay specialized in treating patients with movement disorders such as Parkinson’s Disease, Progressive Supranuclear Palsy, Multiple Sclerosis, and Huntington’s Disease.

Lindsay has gone through medical hardships with her heart and lungs that landed her in the hospital for 9 months, she then had to be on the other side of being a therapist, a patient herself. She grew more in love with what she does for a living and has a passion for having others get back on their feet both physically and mentally! This guided her to become a member of the Pulmonary Hypertension Association and she’s currently working on becoming part of the board of trustees. Her main goal is to help patients reach THEIR goals and improve their functional mobility. Lindsay plans to receive certifications in LSVT Big, Active Release Technique, Manual Therapy and Graston Technique!

Outside of being a therapist, Lindsay enjoys spending time with her beloved furry best friend, Harbour. She loves being social with her friends & family, getting out of the house and staying active!

Christopher Hoff, PTA, LPTA was born and raised in South Florida. He played football growing up and saw how injuries sometimes sidelined the best of players. His passion to learn about exercise for health benefits and injury prevention grew from his experiences. Chris earned his Bachelors of Science in Exercise Science and Health Promotion from Florida Atlantic University in 2016. He then graduated, in 2018, from Keiser University with an Associate of Science Degree in Physical Therapy Assistance. During his experience as a PTA student, Chris gained experience in pediatric PT, working with children with neurological and physical delays. He has over 4 years of experience with many orthopedic, vestibular, and balance related injuries or disorders.

Chris likes to spend his time out of work with his fiance Kassie, their dog Daisy, as well as golfing, hunting and other shooting sports.”

Derick Pierson LPTA, PTA, CLT is a dedicated and compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant with over 8 years of experience in providing high-quality care to patients.

Derick’s journey into the field of physical therapy began after a life-changing car accident in his youth, which led him to become a patient himself and discover his lifelong passion for helping others through rehabilitation.

Derick has a deep obsession for the human body and a love for helping others improve their physical well-being. Derick is a certified lymphedema therapist specializing in manual lymph drainage and complete decongestive therapy. He has worked with a diverse range of patients, including those recovering from surgery, professional athletes seeking to enhance their performance, and individuals managing chronic pain.

With his strong communication skills and ability to connect with patients, Derick creates a supportive and motivating environment for their rehabilitation journey. He is skilled in implementing therapeutic exercises, providing manual therapy techniques, educating patients, and utilizing modalities to relieve pain and improve mobility.

Derick has accomplished many achievements during his career including the privilege of traveling with the renowned tennis player Serena Williams, helping her achieve peak physical performance until her decision to evolve from professional tennis in 2022.

Derick stays up-to-date with the latest advancements in the field of physical therapy through continuous education and professional development. He believes in a holistic approach to patient care, focusing not only on physical recovery but also on improving overall quality of life.

Outside of work, Derick enjoys staying active through hiking, teaching fitness classes, and practicing/performing circus arts.

Derick Pierson is committed to helping his patients regain their strength, mobility, and independence, and he looks forward to making a positive impact in their lives.