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Jordan is a native of Southern Oregon, having graduated from North Medford High School before traveling to serve a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Venezuela and Chile for two years, where he became fluent in Spanish.
He holds a Bachelor's degree in Exercise Physiology and Psychology from BYU-Idaho, and a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the osteopathic school of A.T. Still University in Arizona.
After graduate school, Jordan was recruited to teach clinical anatomy at A.T. Still University as an adjunct professor to doctoral candidates of Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Audiology, and Athletic training, which provided a unique experience collaborating with others in health care.
Jordan is happily married to the woman of his dreams and has four amazing and gifted children. “I love my family and our majestic southern Oregon landscape. Local opportunities to kayak, paddle board, cycle, trail run, and explore its vast and diverse beauties are just a few of the reasons we have made Southern Oregon our home! Being active with the ones I love is my definition for Living, and I hope to assist as many as are willing to return to the activities they live for.”
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Ryan describes himself primarily as a family man. His most fond memories growing up are the many family outings surfing, skiing, hiking, and laughing at dinner time. With two sons and a daughter of his own, Gavin, Abram and Stella he is starting his own family traditions. “The thing I love most about being a dad is seeing my kids progress. We have had to work through a few tough times and seeing hard work lead to valuable lessons learned is priceless.” His family moved to Oregon from Northern California in 2012.
Ryan’s dad was very influential to him and he decided to follow in his footsteps by becoming a physical therapist. It was dinner conversation to him his entire life. He spent time in his dad’s clinic seeing him work and receiving therapy of his own from running and martial arts injuries. “The profession fits me like a glove. I love people, solving problems, and human movement. My dad always taught me that people don’t care how much you know until they know how much you care.”
Ryan finished his Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2005 from the University of the Pacific. He has always been most interested in spine care and spent his research time in school exploring lower back pain prevention. Research led him to the work of Robin McKenzie also known as the treatment philosophy of Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy (MDT). “This process quickly allows us to come to the correct diagnosis before implementing treatment which leads to the best outcome and therefore the best prevention strategy”. Ryan completed MDT certification in 2007. He went on to complete the highest level of training in this method receiving his Diploma in MDT in 2011. Following this Ryan completed his Fellowship from the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Therapy in 2019 which is the highest clinical education achievement available in the profession of physical therapy. In 2019 he also completed a post graduate masters in orthopedic manual therapy.
“I love to learn and I love to progress. My goal is to help others do the same whether it be my family, staff, or patients that I serve. Progress leads to personal fulfillment and anything standing in the way of that I hope to conquer. For our patients that may be an injury or the worry and fear the injury creates. I hope to treat the physical body with the highest level of expertise possible and couple that with inspiration to do whatever it takes to help others progress towards their personal goals.”
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Nate is originally from Southern California. He first became interested in physical therapy after a knee injury playing collegiate soccer, finding himself in a PT clinic. After rehabbing the knee, Nate joined the US Coast Guard and honorably served for 4 years. This also allowed him to attend a PTA program at American Career College in Anaheim, CA, graduating first in his class with an Associate Degree in Occupational Science. Nate enjoys working with everyone from the weekend warrior to the elderly and has worked with top athletes from the NFL, UFC, MLB and NBA helping to restore function and return them to sport.
"My goal is to provide an evidenced based approach and treat each patient as an individual, but my primary goals for all patients remain the same: Educate my patient; increase strength and function while reducing physical limitations and pain; cultivate lifestyle behaviors that promote wellness and longevity."
Nate is married to his loving wife Brianne and they share three beautiful daughters, Finley, Morgan, and Ellie. If Nate isn't working, he and his family are likely outside fishing, camping, hunting, snowboarding, or hiking the breathtaking Oregon wilderness.
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Lisa was born in Merced, California after her parents migrated from Zacatecas, Mexico. After much traveling, at the age of 6, Lisa and her family finally settled in Southern Oregon. Lisa attended Eagle Point high school and later received her certification as a Licensed Massage Therapist.
Massage was always interesting to Lisa, especially after watching her paternal family use it for the purpose of healing for generations, and it quickly became like a hobby. Lisa is very passionate about helping people find relief from physical pain and stresses of life. She enjoys both relaxation and therapeutic massage.
Lisa is married to a very loving, supporting husband and has 7 wonderful children.
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Jordan obtained his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree at Idaho State University in Pocatello, Idaho. During his time there, training switched from in-person to online/hybrid due to COVID-19 restrictions which provided new opportunities for learning and the occasional interruption of video group meetings/classes by his curious children.
Jordan has been married to the love of his life since 2016 and they have four beautiful children together. Jordan is originally from a small town in southern Idaho and enjoys the greener scenery of Oregon with all its outdoor opportunities. When not at work, Jordan loves being outdoors and spending time with his family. They love taking trips to local parks, playing with their dogs, visiting family, and finding places to swim in the water.
Jordan has been interested in physical therapy from a young age after attending his father’s appointments for low back pain. The interest continued to grow into a love throughout undergraduate/graduate school with a growing fascination with the amazing human body. Jordan loves that this career allows him to interact with individuals of all backgrounds and experiences, and he loves being able to enable individuals to participate more fully in their lives and interests.
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Ben has been in practice for 6 years. He has a unique approach to massage therapy. His techniques include Trigger Point, TMJ Release, Integrative Deep Tissue. He works deeply and aims to relieve muscle pain with as few sessions as possible. He gets a lot of joy working with people who want to get rid of their pain. When Ben isn't working, he enjoys the outdoors, plants and reading.
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Carice was born on a small farm in Brazil and grew up in the city of Goiania. Several years after graduating from high school she left Brazil and lived in England for two years, becoming fluent in English. While traveling through Portugal, she met her American husband. They moved to Connecticut, then Florida, and eventually to Indonesia, following her husband’s career in international geology.
Upon returning to the United States and moving back to Florida, Carice began her college career at the State College of Florida in Sarasota. There she got her basic college education, began studying radiology, and made a wise decision to enter the Physical Therapist Assistant program in 2010. She graduated with honors in 2012.
Becoming a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) has been a wonderful and fulfilling career choice. “I love physical therapy because I am fascinated with the human body and how it functions, and I have a passion to help people to reach their full functional potential.” My professional career began in 2012 working in a skilled nursing facility in Sarasota. In 2021 I decided to expand my skills in a different setting and began working in acute care at Sarasota Memorial Hospital.
My husband and I decided to make a major life change in 2023 after both of our adult children left Florida. After much research, Southern Oregon was our number one choice. Small towns, numerous outdoor activities, outstanding theater and the four seasons checked all of our boxes. Also, having family close by in Northern California is a big plus.
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My name is Sky Vavonese and I am a 2026 graduate of the Rogue Community College Massage Therapy program! I am licensed and entering the field with a focus in soft tissue rehabilitation. I owe so much to my teachers for giving me wings. I feel privileged to be serving my community!
As a lifelong learner, I have (too) many hobbies. Some of my favorites are hiking with friends, swimming in nature, and sometimes my (rock & rollin’) fiancé will put an instrument in my hands to strum on. I also love the visual arts and recently have been working with stained glass and mosaics.
I absolutely love massage as a modality for change, healing, and restoration. Massage is an ancient tool which has been used to deepen our relationship between mind, heart, and body. I think it is a powerful component of medical treatments that should not be understated, especially for our Southern Oregon community!
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My training includes earning a Doctor of Physical Therapy from the joint Oregon Tech and OHSU program, with a focus on orthopedics, manual therapy, and kinesiology. I enjoy working with diverse patients, whether recovering from sports injuries, post-surgery, or managing chronic pain. My goal is to identify the root cause and help patients rebuild strength for lasting relief.
Outside the clinic, I am a massive foodie. Growing up with Peruvian and Mexican roots sparked my love for authentic dishes from various cultures. I also love music, with playlists ranging from Spanish and Latin tracks to rock and hip-hop. In my free time, I enjoy playing strategy or sandbox video games, watching crime documentaries, or relaxing at home with my cat.
Helping people heal has always been deeply connected to my culture and upbringing. As a child, I often helped my parents recover from aches after long days working in the mill or fields. That early experience inspired my lifelong desire to assist others. Today, guiding patients through recovery and seeing them regain their lives is truly rewarding.
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Haley’s massage practice combines Swedish, Deep Tissue, Table Thai and Myofascial Release techniques, tailored to the client’s needs. Haley leads with curiosity to unwind patterns of tension or stagnation, promoting increased bodily awareness and mobility.
Originally from central California, Haley has made Ashland her new home. Before becoming a LMT, she earned a BFA from Southern Oregon University and worked for three years in the Senior living facility her grandpa lived in. In her free time, Haley loves spending time in the beautiful Southern Oregon outdoors and creating art with her community.
Haley’s passion for massage started when she was a teenager, massaging her family and loved ones. She’s always connected with her elders who taught her the impact touch has on the mind, body, and soul. Massage allows her to serve others and share tools for others to take control of their healing journeys.