Meet Our Staff...

LORI RUBENSTEIN, DPT, PT, MAppSc, CYT

Lori founded Mosaic Physical Therapy in 2003, a multidisciplinary healthcare organization dedicated to providing quality health care. Lori graduated from Boston University in 1987 with a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy. In 1998 Lori completed an Advanced Master's Degree in Manipulative Therapy from the University of South Australia where she studied under the direction of world renowned physical therapists. Lori completed her Master's thesis on "Backpacks and Schoolchildren" and was an invited guest on "Good Morning America" to discuss her findings as one of the first healthcare professionals to address this evident and ever growing problem. She received her Yoga Teacher Certification from Samata International Yoga and Health Institute in Los Angeles and advance training in Yoga Therapy from Larry Payne Ph.D. She is also certified in Pilates by Retrofit and teaches continuing education courses on advanced manual therapy techniques, management of chronic pain and Yoga Therapy. In 2009, Lori received her Doctor of Physical Therapy Degree from Massachusetts General Institute of Health Professions. Lori has been recognized in publications across the country and has authored articles in several professional journals. She was one of the few elite physical therapists qualified to be a Fellow in the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists from 1999 through 2009. Lori is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association, California Private Practice Special Interest Group and the International Association of Yoga Therapists. An advocate for civil rights and peace, Lori completed the New Leaders' Project in Los Angeles in 1998 andThe Glass Leadership Institute with the Anti-Defamation League in 2009. Lori teaches in the Doctoral Program of Physical Therapy at Mount St. Mary's College in Los Angeles and is also a senior instructor on staff for the Yoga Therapy Rx certification program at Loyola Marymount University. She volunteers with The Flying Samaritans, providing free medical care to indigent people in remote villages throughout Mexico. Lori has years of experience customizing the successful rehab for a variety of patients with debilitating injuries, including professional and Olympic athletes. Her grateful patients include members of the Los Angeles Lakers, Los Angeles Clippers, Phoenix Suns, Colorado Rockies and Arizona Rattlers as well as professional tennis and volleyball players, figure skaters, gymnasts and musicians. In her spare time Lori enjoys the outdoors, dance, hiking, yoga and traveling.

JANICE DATE, PT, OCS, GCFP

Janice received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Physical Therapy from California State University, Northridge. Since then, she has taken and assisted in several orthopedic manual therapy courses. Janice has been a consultant for The Foto Group since 1989, where she reviews physical therapy documentation for insurance companies. Janice has been a Guild Certified Feldenkrais Practitioner since 1994. In 1998 she became a Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist. Janice is also a guest lecturer and on faculty at Mount St. Mary’s College School of Physical Therapy where she instructs in orthopedic patient management, motor learning and medical documentation. Her special interests are in orthopedics, posture, gait and movement re-education.

EVAN WILLIAMS, PT

Evan comes to us from London, England where he worked as a professional dancer with The Birmingham Royal Ballet (UK), The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre and Ballet Du Grand Theatre De Geneve (Geneva Ballet). He received his Bachelor of Science degree in Physiotherapy from St. Georges Hospital Medical School in London England in 2003. Upon Graduating he worked at Kings College Hospital in South East London, doing rotations in Musculoskeletal Outpatients, Orthopedics, Elderly Care and Liver Intensive Care. Upon moving to Los Angeles Evan worked with both recreational and professional athletes and complete a year long advanced certification in manual therapy. In his spare time Evan enjoys running, swimming, reading, surfing the Internet and traveling with his wife and children.

OLIVIA BARRY, MPT, CYT

Olivia has been dedicated to the healing and movement arts since 2002. She graduated with Honors from California State University at Northridge with a Master's degree in Physical Therapy and received her B.A. in Political Economy from the University of California at Berkeley. She studied dance at the San Francisco Ballet, Houston Ballet, and Boston Ballet and enjoys helping her patients find ease of movement no matter what their level of function. Olivia has passed the first level of the Iyengar Yoga teacher certification and utilizes Yoga Therapy as part of her Physical Therapy treatments. She also teaches yoga classes at Yoga Works. Olivia received her massage therapy certification from the Institute of Psycho-structural Balancing and continues to expand her manual therapy skills with advanced manual therapy education. Olivia also teaches Pilates and has studied Tai Chi, Capoeira, and many forms of dance. Prior to her path as a physical therapist and yoga teacher, Olivia wrote travel guides internationally and worked as a TV new reporter.

JENNIFER CHENG

Jennifer Cheng, GyrotonicŪ Instructor and Personal Trainer, has received training from leading GyrotonicŪ studios in New York City. She has trained a variety of clients, from professional dancers (including the most senior ranking female dancer in The Alvin Ailey Dance Company), to high-risk pregnant women, and men and women over 50 with severe injuries. Originally from San Francisco as a musician/dancer and statistician, she enjoys helping her clients with whole-body movement analysis to improve their health and wellness.

CAROLYN MESSIER, RYT

What began as a single yoga class in 2002 has blossomed into a passion for spreading health, happiness and wellness across many miles and to many people. Carolyn completed her hatha yoga teacher training in Austin, TX and was granted the opportunity to study under some of the most highly conscious and veteran teachers, all devoted to the art of yoga. Carolyn's teaching style can be described as a unique blend of Viniyoga and Iyengar techniques with an emphasis on movement linked with breath, meditation and guided imagery to establish presence and the mind-body connection. She is a registered yoga teacher through Yoga Alliance. She now lives in Santa Monica, CA and teaches in and around the Los Angeles area, working with individuals who have a variety of physical, mental and emotional conditions. What makes Carolyn's style unique is her focus on the therapeutic aspect of yoga and tailoring each session to the individual's specific needs. In doing this, Carolyn takes medical and other considerations into account and designs a custom-made yoga practice, focused on safely addressing injuries and improving overall health. She has worked successfully with many people who have conditions such as upper and low back pain, anxiety, depression, digestive problems, poor balance and pre- and post-natal women and couples. Carolyn is a gentle, yet empowering teacher and creates a safe place for wellness to bloom.

MARCIA LOPEZ

Marcia has been a professional massage therapist since 2004. She has extensive bodywork training that ranges from Sports Massage and Deep Tissue to Reiki and Compassionate Touch Therapy. She has worked for the Sony Eriksson Pro Women's Tennis Tour and is also a Heart Touch volunteer, an organization that serves the ill and isolated. She has studied dance, is a long distance runner, and a martial arts practitioner. She knows that body maintenance is essential for longevity and a holistic approach necessary to maintain it. A Vegan and Raw-foodist she believes in health for the individual and the planet.

MELISSA BURTON Office Manager

Melissa was introduced to Physical Therapy following a knee injury in 1994 and has been drawn to physical therapy ever since. After spending many years assisting physical therapists as a physical therapy aide, she transitioned into the administrative realm where she seeks to enhance the patient's experience with her helpful and compassionate demeanor. Melissa graduated from Grand Valley State University with a Bachelor's degree in Health Science. She has been involved in many volunteer experiences including time spent with Cedar's Sinai Prenatal Diagnosis Center and the Suicide Prevention Center. In her spare time, Melissa enjoys making edible creations as a semi-professional baker.

MOLLY MCGOWAN

Molly has been an athlete and a fitness fanatic her whole life. She received her Bachelor's Degree in Physiological Science from UCLA, graduating Summa Cum Laude. While attending UCLA, she participated in the Fitness Leadership Program and became a Certified Personal Fitness Trainer. She then went on to receive her Master's of Physical Therapy from CSUN where she graduated with Honors. Molly is certified in Pilates by Core Conditioning and likes to integrate a whole body approach of healing with all of her patients. She stays current with the latest research and continues to further her education and skills by attending courses and seminars. She is also an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association. In her spare time she enjoys working out, traveling, and spending time with friends and family.