Meet Our Team

Barbara Goldsworthy is a physical therapist and clinic owner providing innovative treatments and Pilates-based physical therapy to help patients in and around Phoenix, AZ achieve optimal rehabilitation. Pairing her distinguished training with commitment and experience, Barbara serves patients with first-class service and unparalleled rehabilitative care. Barbara and her team strive to optimize the recovery process, ensuring patients not only return to their daily activities quickly but also achieve the highest level of function and wellness possible.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Barbara Goldsworthy began her educational journey at Saint Francis University of Pennsylvania where she earned her Bachelor of Science in Health. She then furthered her academic career by obtaining her doctorate in physical therapy. Barbara holds a Balanced Body® and an ASTYM® certification and has extensive training in orthopedic physical therapy, scoliosis rehab, posture alignment, and more. This comprehensive educational background, combined with her passion for helping others, led her to open Tri Physical Therapy in Phoenix, AZ so that she could provide rehabilitation and preventive services to patients in need.

SPECIALTIES AND EXPERTISE

Barbara specializes in physical therapy, Pilates, and sports injuries. Her commitment to personalized care is evident in her approach to developing customized therapy plans that cater to each patient's unique needs and health conditions. Through a range of comprehensive physical therapy techniques and therapies, Barbara is dedicated to providing the most effective and compassionate care.

CERTIFICATIONS

• Balanced Body® Certified
• ASTYM® Certification

EXPERTISE

• Orthopedic Physical Therapy
• ASTYM®Scoliosis Rehab
• Sports Rehab
• Spine Stabilization
• Posture Alignment
• Post-Surgical Therapy
• Body Mechanics Training
• Manual Therapy
• Balance Training

Karen Rein is originally from Canada and attended the University of Virginia on a tennis scholarship where she received her Bachelor of Science. Her interest in physical therapy grew from her experience as a patient after seeking treatment for injuries sustained while playing high school and college sports.

Karen earned her Master of Science in Physical Therapy from the Medical College of Virginia and has over 25 years of experience as an orthopedic and sports physical therapist. She treats all types of musculoskeletal injuries and has a strong interest in shoulder rehab after spending 13 years at a shoulder specialty clinic in Scottsdale.

Following a foot injury several years ago, Karen began doing Pilates workouts and found that many of the principles aligned with her work as a therapist. She began incorporating more Pilates-based exercises into her treatments and was thrilled to find Tri Physical Therapy in 2019. Since then, she has been trained and certified as a Balanced Body® Pilates instructor. She has seen the reformers invaluable in helping patients improve balance, core strength, posture, and joint alignment.

Outside the office, Karen enjoys mountain biking, hiking, yoga, Pilates, pickleball, golf, skiing, and being a cool mom of two teenage boys.

CERTIFICATIONS

• Orthopedic Certified Specialist (OCS)
• Dry Needling Certification
• APTA Certified Clinical Instructor
• Balanced Body Certified

EXPERTISE

• Orthopedic Physical Therapy
• Sports Rehab
• Post-Surgical Therapy
• Dry Needling
• Work Conditioning
• Body Mechanics Training
• Manual Therapy
• Balance Training
• Spine Stabilization

Megan Zimmerman began practicing in 2007 after completing her graduate degree at Northwestern University in Chicago, IL. She decided to pursue her doctorate in physical therapy after playing soccer at Northern Arizona University where she received her Bachelor of Exercise Science. As an athlete, Megan fell in love with staying active and chose her career in physical therapy to support others in enjoying their passions by moving freely and without pain.

Megan has 15 years of experience working in various settings, including outpatient orthopedics, skilled nursing homes, pediatric outpatient/home health/hippotherapy, and adult/geriatric home health. Prenatal and postnatal is an area of preventive and rehabilitative care Megan is particularly passionate about. As a practitioner, she has found that integrating Pilates into her treatments provides her patients with the best possible outcomes while supporting their pregnancy, delivery, and postnatal needs as they return to their active lifestyles.

EXPERTISE

• Pregnancy and Postpartum Physical Therapy
• Pelvic Floor Rehab
• Orthopedic Physical Therapy
• Sports Rehab
• Post-Surgical Therapy
• Balance Training
• Pediatric Physical Therapy
• Geriatric Physical Therapy
• Manual Therapy
• Fall Reduction

Katy Graf has been invaluable to Tri Physical Therapy's success, joining us within the first year of opening our doors and bringing over 13 years of experience. After studying business, she followed her interest in anatomy by enrolling at the Arizona School of Massage Therapy, completing her training in 2008.

Her diverse work experience, from spa and mobile to clinical, has given her the skills and creativity necessary to treat the various needs of patients. Katy is a dedicated mother and wife. Her work as a massage therapist affords her the flexibility to fulfill her passion for helping patients gain strength and mobility while also being there for her family. Patients are drawn to Katy's gentle, caring approach to their needs. Her commitment to communicating with the physical therapist to deliver the most effective treatments to patients while also being a supportive member of our team has earned her deep respect and appreciation.

CERTIFICATIONS

• Licensed Massage Therapist

EXPERTISE

• Therapeutic/Medical Massage
• Myofascial Release
• Deep Tissue Massage

Aspen Lofton is a licensed massage therapist with a passion for injury and rehabilitation. She is committed to helping patients make effective changes in their day-to-day lives while reducing pain and improving soft tissue restrictions. Aspen loves each opportunity to expand her expertise and find new ways to meet patients' individual needs.

Aspen received her Bachelor of Science in Biology with an emphasis in pre-physical therapy at the Grand Canyon University of Arizona. She joined the Tri Physical Therapy team to find additional solutions for patients through a more balanced approach under the direction of physical therapists who provide more advanced diagnoses and deliver the essential components of strength and stabilization as part of the treatment.

When she's not improving her patients' quality of life, she's taking a fitness class, exploring a new local restaurant, or making memories with friends and family. Her hobbies include weightlifting, yoga, hiking, getting lost in a book, and trying out new recipes at home.

CERTIFICATIONS

• Licensed Massage Therapist

EXPERTISE

• Therapeutic/Medical Massage
• Myofascial Release
• Deep Tissue Massage
• Cupping Therapy

Kenzie Vanhof is an Arizona native and a recent graduate from the University of Arizona in Tucson, AZ. She has always had a huge passion for helping others and received her bachelor's degree in psychology along with a minor in Family Studies and Human Development. With that being her foundation, she has always been drawn to understanding the intricacies of human behavior and motivation.

Now, as a member of the Tri Physical Therapy Team, she is excited to embark on a journey where she can integrate her knowledge of Psychology with the principles of Physical Therapy to support individuals on their path to recovery and vitality. She deeply believes in the power of Physical Rehabilitation but also as a tool for mental and emotional well-being. Her goal is to create a supportive and empowering environment where every client feels valued, understood, and motivated to reach their full potential.

When not in the office, Kenzie is most likely out on a hike with friends, cooking a fun new recipe, or spending the day out in the Arizona sun by the pool with her family and Boston Terrier Beans!

CERTIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
• Minor in Family Studies and Human Development