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Empowering Movement and Recovery in Edmonds

Empowering Movement and Recovery in Edmonds

What We Do

We offer focused, one-on-one physical and occupational therapy tailored to your goals. Whether you’re recovering from surgery, managing chronic pain, healing a sports‑related injury, or working through balance challenges, we create a personalized plan just for you. Our therapists guide you through evidence‑based techniques—manual therapy, dry needling, cupping, laser, vestibular rehab, and strength-focused rehabilitation—so you move with confidence and reclaim an active life.

Who We Are For

If you refuse to settle for life defined by pain or limitation, we’re here for you. We champion individuals who want to hike, work, play, or simply live without restriction. We see your potential, value your goals, and partner with you to restore strength, endurance, and freedom in movement—one session at a time.

Why choose us

If you refuse to settle for life defined by pain or limitation, we’re here for you. We champion individuals who want to hike, work, play, or simply live without restriction. We see your potential, value your goals, and partner with you to restore strength, endurance, and freedom in movement—one session at a time.

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Our Mission

To get you back to doing the things you love most. We deliver personalized, one-on-one care that builds strength, restores mobility, and empowers you long after therapy ends.

Our Values

Patient-Centered Care

You’re always the focus. We build each session around your needs and objectives.

Continuity of Care

You’ll work with the same team of therapists throughout your plan of care - maximizing progress and improving access.

Complete Recovery and Beyond

We don’t just relieve pain—we build strength and resilience for life.

Integrity Over Volume

Quality matters more than quantity; every treatment is thoughtful and thorough.

Excellence in Practice

We stay at the forefront of evidence-based care to provide you the best results.

Meet the Team

Here, you’ll always work one-on-one with skilled therapists and supportive staff dedicated to your recovery:

Elise Bradley

OTR/L

Occupational Therapist, Co‑Owner

Adam Reece

PT, DPT, OCS
Physical Therapist, Co-Owner

Erika Oskov

PT, DPT

Physical Therapist

  

Braden Dick

DPT

Physical Therapist

 

Erin Nystrom

PTA

Physical Therapy Assistant

Clinic Operations Coordinator

Tanya Mathieson

Front Desk Manager
and Billing Specialist

Bridgett Vechey

Patient Care Coordinator

Kaitlyn Shaw

Patient Care Coordinator

Mikel Saxon,

CPT

Premier Wellness Coach

How to Get Started with Physical Therapy

Contact the clinic to schedule an initial evaluation

Meet one-on-one with your therapist for a full assessment

Begin your customized plan and start moving toward recovery

We make starting care straightforward and supportive—because your journey matters to us.

Ready to Work Together?

Let’s help you move better, live stronger, and feel empowered in your daily life. Your journey to recovery begins here.

Elise Bradley

Elise is co-owner and a practicing occupational therapist at Premier Therapy Associates. 

She received her combined Bachelors/Masters degree in Occupational Therapy from The University of Southern Indiana in 2012. Her professional career has been focused and centered in the orthopedic setting for over 10 years. 

Elise specializes in treatment and rehabilitation of upper quadrant injuries and conditions including the neck, shoulders, elbows, wrists and hands. 

She is a strong advocate for individualized, one-on-one patient care and prides herself on being personable, knowledgeable and informative for the best patient outcomes. 

Elise grew up immersed in various athletic settings. Her passion for ice hockey, rowing and the world of physical fitness fueled her passion for human anatomy, physiology and the treatment of musculoskeletal conditions. Born and raised in Evansville, Indiana, Elise now calls the Pacific Northwest “home” for over 10 years. 

She lives with her wife, Kristen, and her two children, Logan and Oliver. In her free time Elise enjoys spending time with her family, hiking, working out and exploring new things with her kiddos.

Adam Reece

Adam is a board-certified orthopedic clinical specialist with over 10 years of experience in outpatient physical therapy. His clinical approach blends manual therapy, movement-based rehabilitation, and functional training to help active adults return to hiking, running, skiing, and daily life with confidence. He is passionate about empowering patients through education, restoring function, and guiding long-term recovery with personalized care rooted in evidence-based practice.

Outside the clinic, Adam enjoys an active, outdoors-focused lifestyle with his wife and their two children. Whether it’s hiking in the surrounding mountains, paddle boarding in the summer, or skiing in the winter, his family is always up for an adventure. Adam brings the same energy and passion for movement to his work, believing that staying active is one of the best ways to live a full, healthy life.

Erika Oskov

Erika Oskov is a practicing physical therapist at Premier Therapy Associates.

She earned her Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree from University of the Pacific in September 2023. 

She is a strong advocate for evidence based practice, one-on-one patient care, and prides herself on skillful thinking outside the box to help achieve unique and individualized patients’ goals.

Erika was born in Lithuania and moved to live to United States at a young age of eleven with her parents. As she learned to navigate through rough waters of life, she continued strong with various sports, building a Lithuanian and Russian community, and discovered a deep passion for physical therapy. Which led to a path of years dedicated to academic world and following her passions.

She has recently relocated from sunny Lodi California to gorgeous Washington state. Her fiancé, Hristo, and their golden retriever, Max, enjoy spending time up in the mountains training, hiking, skiing, and photographing nature.

Braden Dick

Born and raised in Washington State, Braden developed a passion for movement, health, and athletics at an early age. Throughout his life, he has been actively involved in sports, including wrestling, track and field, swimming, and football. His athletic journey continued at Pacific Lutheran University, where he played NCAA Division III football throughout all four years of his undergraduate education.
 
Braden earned his Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology with a minor in Sport and Exercise Psychology from Pacific Lutheran University in 2019. He then pursued his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree at Husson University, graduating in 2026.
Drawing from his lifelong involvement in athletics, Braden is passionate about helping people recover from injury, improve performance, and return to the activities they enjoy most. He values building strong relationships with his patients and empowering them to reach their individual goals through evidence-based care.
 
Outside the clinic, Braden enjoys spending time with his family, dog, exploring the Pacific Northwest on hikes, staying active in the gym, listening to music, and adding to his growing vinyl record collection.

Erin Nystrom

With a decade of dedicated service in orthopedics, Erin brings a wealth of experience and passion to her role as a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA). Her journey began as an athletic trainer, where she honed her skills in sports medicine and rehabilitation. From her early days assisting athletes on the field to her current role in orthopedics, she has continually pursued opportunities to expand her knowledge and skills. Her expertise encompasses a wide range of conditions, including sports injuries, post-surgical rehabilitation, and chronic pain management.

Beyond her professional endeavors, Erin finds fulfillment in her roles as a wife and mother. Erin enjoys the moments she spends with her two children and supportive husband. Whether they’re exploring the great outdoors, cheering on their kids at sporting events, or quite times at home.

Whether you’re recovering from an injury, managing a chronic condition, or seeking to enhance your physical well-being, Erin is here to support you every step of the way. With her expertise, empathy, and dedication, she’s ready to help you reclaim your health and live life to the fullest.

Tanya Mathieson

Tanya has over 10 years of medical billing and front office experience in a variety of health care settings. 

She specializes in patient care coordination, including insurance verification and prior authorization to ensure a smooth course of treatment for each patient. She enjoys helping patients understand the often confusing topics of insurance plan benefits, copayments, coinsurance and deductibles.

Outside of work, Tanya enjoys spending time with her daughter and her cat named Mouse.

Bridgett Vechey

Bridgett is from NW Indiana and moved to Seattle in 2009. She is new to the administrative field but has a long history of customer service. She loves taking care of people and making sure they are happy. She spent the last 20 years in the culinary and hospitality industry. She enjoys getting to know patients and helping them with anything else they need. 

Outside of work, Bridgett enjoys golfing, video games, watching movies, cooking and spending time with her cat (Axl), dog (Penny) and partner (Shane). Go Hawks!

Kaitlyn Shaw

Kaitlyn has 10 years of back-office experience in various medical settings. She has since transitioned to join our front office team. Kaitlyn is customer service driven and will always greet you with a friendly smile. Kaitlyn loves meeting new people, hearing a fun fact, and assisting patients however she can.

 While originally from North Carolina, Kaitlyn relocated to Washington for college and enjoys exploring the PNW. Outside of work Kaitlyn enjoys spending time with her 5 kids, puppy Roo, and husband DeShawn. Kaitlyn and her family are avid sports fans (basketball, football and WWE wrestling). Kaitlyn enjoys watching movies, playing board games, and doing diamond art for relaxation.  

Kaitlyn Shaw

Rankin Thompson

Rankin is co-owner and a practicing physical therapist at Premier Therapy Associates. 

He earned his Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree from Creighton University, is a Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy (OCS), and has been a licensed physical therapist since 1989.

He has 35 years of experience as a practicing physical therapist, with an emphasis in orthopedics. 

Rankin prides himself on quality one-on-one patient care. 

Treatment plans are designed on a case-by-case basis with strict attention on the individual needs of the patient.  Every patient is different and has different needs and goals.  Rankin does not believe in one-size fits all approach. 

When not at the clinic, Rankin enjoys spending time with his wife Kristi, his dogs, being outside, riding his bike, tinkering with old cars, drinking tea and eating bakery.

Mikel Saxon

Mikel was born and raised in Savannah, Georgia, and developed an early interest in fitness and athletics through his father, a track and field athlete. His passion for movement grew through his own experience in track and field, where he focused on pole vaulting, sprinting, and explosive training.

Mikel is currently completing his undergraduate degree in Exercise Science at Seattle Pacific University and holds a Personal Trainer Certification. He also coaches track and field at the high school level, where he enjoys working with young athletes and helping them build strength, prevent injuries, and safely return to sport.

Mikel takes a relationship-first approach, enjoying the opportunity to connect with clients, learn their stories, and help them reach their individual goals. He plans to attend physical therapy school after graduating from SPU, with the goal of working in pediatric physical therapy with an emphasis on youth sports.

Outside of work, Mikel enjoys explosive training, sprinting, jumping, and, perhaps unexpectedly for a track athlete, watching a good romantic comedy.