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Diplomé de l’école d’Osteopathie Osteobio en 2010.

J’utilise principalement en technique de soin le fascia counterstrain.

Selon les besoins je propose des conseils en gestes, postures et en ergonomie.

I have been working with Counterstrain techniques for a long time now and as the techniques have become increasingly more refined and system specific their ability to provide enormous relief from pain and change in body function is a wonderful tool to have for my patients.
I am continuing to do more courses as the new knowledge becomes available to provide my patients with the most up to date care available. The techniques are gentle and non invasive and the results astounding

Robert Leavitt, PT, MPT, OCS, JSCC
VP OF OPERATIONS, OAKMONT OFFICE
Robert “Rob” graduated from UC Davis in 1993 with a degree in Physical Education and completed his Master’s degree in Physical Therapy from Mount Saint Mary’s College in 1995.

Before he committed to physical therapy, Rob proudly served in the USMC.

In a career long effort to further his knowledge and optimize his skill as a physical therapist, Rob has achieved many specialty certifications. In 2006 and again in 2016, Rob became an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist, certified by the American Physical Therapy Association as having developed a greater depth of knowledge and skill related to the practice of orthopedic physical therapy.

He is also a certified clinical instructor, committed to furthering the knowledge and skill of physical therapy students. Rob was awarded a certification in LSVT BIG, an exercise regimen to address the neuromuscular and orthopedic deficits associated with Parkinson’s Disease.

In 2004 Rob became Jones Strain and Counterstrain Certified but continues to pursue mastery in Strain Counterstrain and Fascial Counterstrain, an improved version of the original technique. Strain Counterstrain and Fascial Counterstrain are each innovative techniques for treating pain and dysfunction in the entire body. Rob has over 25 years’ worth of clinical and practical experience in the study and application of a wide variety of Orthopedic and Sports related physical therapy.

Gary Collins II, MSPT, LMT, is the founder of Hands on Healing, in Abilene, Texas. Gary graduated from TWU with a Masters in PT in 1991. Having practiced in an inpatient and outpatient rehab setting for twenty years, he was first introduced to Counterstrain in 1997. Gary was immediately drawn to the ease and power of that technique to produce dramatic results across a wide patient population. He made good use of all the Strain Counterstrain courses that were available up to that point.

In 2013 Gary opened Hands on Healing, and then in 2018 he took his first Fascial Counterstrain (FCS) course. Right away, he was impressed by the depth, power, and amazing results with his clients. He continues to learn and grow in FCS technique, practicing that technique solely. Gary is very grateful for every opportunity to utilize FCS to help people get back to functioning more fully, including those who have not gotten relief elsewhere.

Benjamin graduated with his doctor of physical therapy (DPT) from Texas Woman’s University in 2018. Since then he has been helping people recover from a variety of conditions including postural asymmetries, muscle imbalances, chronic pain and movement dysfunctions. He works well with a wide variety of people including athletes, the elderly, and people recovering from a surgery or injury.

His Spanish proficiency was improved while living in Honduras for one year (2011) and through immersive Spanish instruction in Mexico (2020).

As a member of the Vestibular Disorder Association (VeDA), he has completed comprehensive training to diagnose and treat vestibular-related conditions to help people struggling with dizziness, poor balance, headaches, and falls. He is an advocate for health, wellness and prevention who values a holistic approach to healing.

Naturopathic Physician, Licensed Acupuncturist

Dr. Rachel is passionate about working with patients to achieve their optimal wellness by removing obstacles to cure and establishing “foundations of health” – structural integrity, environmental health, nourishment, movement, stress-management, sleep hygiene, and spiritual and emotional well-being . She relies heavily on the Principles of Naturopathic Medicine and the Therapeutic Order, while integrating Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fascial Counterstrain, IV therapy, Botanical Medicine, Homeopathy, and Western Diagnostic modalities for a truly individualized treatment approach.

A native to Western Washington, Dr. Rachel earned her Bachelor of Science in Integrated Human Biology, Master of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, and Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine from Bastyr University. Rachel is a Certified Fascial Counterstrain Therapist (CSC1) and a TA for the Jones Institute. She has been practicing medicine since 2020.

Prior to pursuing her advanced degrees, Rachel spent time working as a Child and Maternal Health Intern for Kore Timoun in Léogâne, Haiti, and remains a lifelong advocate of global and community health. During medical school, Rachel sought out a variety of extra-curricular experiences to enrich her didactic and clinical education including volunteering as a student clinician with downtown Seattle’s Alternative Healthcare Access Campaign, serving with Nature Doctor’s International in Ometepe, Nicaragua, completing a botanical field study in Costa Rica, conducting a collaborative research study with Bastyr University, Sea Share, and the YWCA on dietary seafood intake with cooking classes and lipid levels in resource-poor households, working as a research assistant to Dr. Laurie Mischley on Parkinson’s Disease, immersive learning of Kneipp Hydrotherapy and Botanical Medicine in Germany, studying Crevasse and Mountain Rescue with the Mountaineers, and participating in Bastyr’s Ragnar Trail Running Relay Team.

Outside of the clinic, she enjoys mountain biking, ski touring, cycling, trail running, rock climbing, mountaineering, foraging, painting, and cooking with her family and partner Gregory and dog, Junip.

Melissa Walters
Massage Therapist, Physical Therapist Assistant

I specialize in Fascial Counterstrain, and provide other services including deep tissue massage, cupping techniques and taping. In my work, I help people with chronic pain, acute pain, their pre and post surgical needs, and sports medicine. I enjoy working with people of all ages— with the youngest being a 2 week old infant and the oldest being 86 years old.

I grew up in Boring, Oregon, attended Clackamas High School, and graduated from college with my Physical therapy Assistant degree. I have worked as a PTA for over 20 years. Over 12 years ago I worked in clinic partnership where I developed the love for Counterstrain and working one on one with patients. Through this experience I got to learn the business side of a clinic. In early 2021 I completed the massage therapy exam and received my massage therapy license and worked under both licenses. I now only use my massage license and work independently.

I currently live in Oregon City with my husband of over 20 years, 2 busy teenagers and dogs. When I’m not working I am active with my kids sports, camping, crafting and gardening.