We believe we can do more together than we can alone. Our goal is to improve the lives of those we touch by applying current and effective treatment paradigms in a healthy, healing atmosphere, encouraging progress. We look forward to serving you!
taylor.leiby@movementforlife.com
Education
California State University Long Beach
Doctor of Physical Therapy, May 2015
California State University Fresno
Bachelor of Science, Pre-Physical Therapy, December 2011
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nathaniel.goodwin@movementforlife.com
Nathaniel was born and raised in Huntersville, North Carolina. He attended the University of North Carolina Wilmington and obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science while competing on a nationally ranked division I soccer team. In 2019, Nathaniel graduated with his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Winston-Salem State University. During his doctoral studies, he was the lead researcher exploring the neurophysiological effects of manual therapy. He has a certification in Dry Needling, Advanced Manual Therapy, Blood Flow Restriction, and a FIFA Diploma in Football Medicine.
Additionally, Nathaniel is a Parkinson’s Wellness Recovery certified therapist (PWR!Moves) and leads the Knock Out Parkinson’s Boxing Program in North Asheville. With an interest in orthopedics and sports rehabilitation, he plans on pursuing Board Certification in Orthopedic Physical Therapy.
Outside of the clinic, Nathaniel lives an active lifestyle with interests in weight training, hiking, and sports. He is a performance coach at D1 Asheville Sports Training Center and enjoys working with soccer athletes and improving their game.
Education
Winston-Salem State University, North Carolina
Doctorate in Physical Therapy, 2019
University of North Carolina Wilmington, North Carolina
Bachelor of Science-Exercise Science, 2015
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santiago.patino@movementforlife.com
Santiago was born in Cali, Colombia, and moved to the United States when he was 9 years old. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from the University of North Carolina Wilmington while playing for its division 1 nationally ranked soccer team all 4 years. In 2020, he earned a Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Western Carolina University.
Santiago is active in his community and heads the soccer development program as a sport-specific and strength coach at D1 Asheville, a high-profile sports performance facility in the greater Asheville area. He is also fluent in Spanish and is certified in dry needling and blood flow restriction training. His commitment to lifelong learning and passion for the profession enables
him to carry out his ultimate purpose to serve; to serve as a way to improve people’s lives.
Santiago balances his time in the clinic with a dose of nature: hiking, camping, fishing, river tubing, and swimming in waterfalls. He pursues wellbeing and longevity by weight training, running, biking, playing soccer, eating healthy, and cherishing time with friends and family.
Education
Western Carolina University
Doctor of Physical Therapy, May 2020
University of North Carolina Wilmington, Wilmington, NC
Bachelor of Science, Exercise Science, May 2016
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laura.wolff@movementforlife.com
Laura was raised in Northwest Indiana where team sports are an integral part of life. Laura grew up playing multiple sports but developed a love for volleyball. She received an athletic scholarship to play Division I volleyball for Indiana University as a libero and defensive specialist. Her Sophomore year they excelled to play in the NCAA Sweet 16 tournament, which has not been repeated since.
After a sports-related injury at IU, Laura decided to pursue physical therapy as a career. She received her Physical Therapist Assistant degree from Fox College in 2015. Following graduation, Laura worked in the Chicagoland area for 5 years in the outpatient setting specializing in post-operative care and sports-related injuries. She continues the pursuit of knowledge and training through continuing education, developing a focus on health, recovery, and longevity of the body.
In 2020, Laura and her husband moved from the suburbs of Chicago, IL to the Asheville area to pursue their love of the outdoors and mountains. Outside of the clinic, Laura is very active in trail ultrarunning, mountain biking, yoga, and hiking with her two dogs.
Education
Fox College Tinley Park, Illinois
Associate of Applied Science, Physical Therapist Assistant Program, August 2015
Indiana University 2012
Bachelors Degree
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essie.soleil@movementforlife.com
Essie Soleil grew up in Charlotte and came to settle down in Western North Carolina nearly a decade ago. Essie’s prior professional roles have focused on service to people with various needs, including cooking and providing ambulatory/access assistance for elderly and infirmed clients and working in a small chiropractic office. Before moving to the Specialized Physical Therapy front desk position, Essie supported clients to meet their goals in the back of the clinic as a physical therapy aide/tech.
During her years on the staff of a small family-owned inn tucked into the mountains north of Asheville, Essie developed a love of the winding trails, the magnificent views, and the bounty and beauty of the small and delicate flora of this region. So when she isn’t managing the front desk, enjoying local homemade cuisine, or playing a game of Scrabble, Essie invests much of her personal time in quietly exploring and studying the natural wonders of the Southern Appalachian hills.
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