Frank Croasdale, MPT, Owner

As an athlete, I have had many sports injuries and know what it is like to be in pain and unable to perform at a healthy level. It is from this experience and expertise in sports medicine that gives me the ability to treat each patient with compassion and a focus on returning to a healthy lifestyle.

I graduated with a Masters in Physical Therapy from USC in 1990 after earning a Bachelors Degree from San Diego State University in Athletic Training. I continued my education with extensive additional courses including a year-long study of the Norwegian approach to joint and soft tissue mobilization for spinal dysfunction. Furthermore, I continued my studies with Trunk Stabilization, Patello-Femoral and Kineseo taping techniques, Rotator Cuff, ACL and Joint Replacement rehabilitation, as well as special training in the foot, ankle and orthotic casting.

Having practiced physical therapy in the South Bay since 1991, I recognized the need for increased time delivering one-on-one, customized patient care. Because of this need, I opened the doors to Riviera Sports Physical Therapy in 2002 to offer physical therapy treatment centered on personalized Recovery, visible Results and quick Return to daily activities. My staff and I will do everything we can to provide the highest level of quality care using advanced physical therapy techniques in a professional setting to help you return to the activities you love to do.

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Jeff Okerman, MPT, CSCS

Jeff, who just recently graduated, joined Riviera Sports Physical Therapy in October 2007, graduated from Cal State University Northridge.  He received his Masters Degree in Physical Therapy in May 2007 and a Bachelor’s Degree in Kinesiology/Exercise Science in May 2004.  Jeff is also a certified strength and conditioning specialist through the National Strength and Conditioning Association.  His hobbies include running, soccer and playing golf.  Jeff is very excited to start working in a professional, dynamic and caring environment.


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Eric Leesberg, CPT, AIS
Eric is a certified personal trainer through the National Academy of Sports Medicine and Active Isolated Stretching and Strengthening (AIS) Specialist and holds a Bachelors of Science Degree from University of Florida.  He specializes in helping clients move and feel better.  He has worked with common issues ike back knee and neck pain, to degenerative diseases like Fibromyalgia, Parkingson's Disease and Multiple Sclerosis to help clients regain mobility, improve muscle functon, and decrease pain. 

As a former professional athlete in volleyball and baseball, he uses his experience to help other athletes prevent injury and perform at their absolute best.  As a trainer, Eric has also spent time working with high profile weight-loss facilities specializing in obesity and eating disorders.  With a wide range of fitness specialties, unique professional experience, and a genuine passion to help others, Eric is dedicated to helping clients overcome their obstacles and reach new levels of wellness. 

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Lorry Ray CPI, CPT
Lauren, “Lorry” Ray graduated from the University of California, Santa Barbara with a BA degree in Communications Studies.  She completed a Certificate Program at UCLA in Organizational Development, and has received numerous accreditations in the field of Executive Coaching and Organizational Development. 

She was an executive with a Fortune 500 corporation until the birth of her first child. Seventeen years ago, Lorry was in an automobile accident that resulted in severe whiplash and back injuries.  When she began practicing Pilates on a regular basis the back pain subside.  Shortly afterward, Lorry decided to pursue a second career as a Pilates and Fitness Instructor.  She is certified by the internationally renowned PhysicalMind Institute of New York in Pilates Matwork and Apparatus. 

Additionally, she is certified in the Pilates for Golf program through Hole in One Pilates.   Lorry also holds certifications from AFAA as a Personal Trainer, and is certified as a group exercise and Spin/Cycling instructor.  As a mom of two beautiful children, Lorry understands the special needs of parents; as a past executive, she understands the stress of corporate life; and as a coach, she enjoys working with men, women and children of all ages and fitness levels to help them achieve their personal best.  

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Courtney Hermann, CHHC, AADP
BS Kinesiology; Emphasis in Wellness
Certified Nutrition Coach – Institute for Integrative Nutrition

Courtney is a Certified Holistic Health Coach (CHHC) through the Institute for Integrative Nutrition in New York City, completing the Professional Training and Certification Program. She is a board certified and accredited member of the American Association of Drugless Practitioners (AADP) and has obtained Continuing Education Units from the State University of New York, Purchase College. She also holds a Bachelors Degree in Kinesiology with a Wellness concentration from Cal State University, Monterey Bay where she also played on the Women’s Soccer Team for four years. Courtney decided to become a health coach to fulfill her passion of working with people who need support in the areas of nutrition and lifestyle. Courtney feels everyone should eat real, clean food in healthy portions rather than dieting. She works with her clients to improve their overall health and wellness through gradually changing their unhealthy diet and lifestyle habits.

As someone who has struggled with weight before, having gained 25 pounds her freshman year of college, Courtney understands what it is like to be frustrated with food. She stresses that both good nutrition and being physically active is the ONLY way to truly be healthy. Being able to sympathize with and motivate her clients, while holding them accountable, is what makes working with Courtney a true partnership. When Courtney isn’t working with her clients, she loves to spend time with her friends and family, cook new recipes, play soccer, go snowboarding, and play with her dog, Mikey!

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 Sumner Brooks, MPH, RD, CSS

Work Experience

Masters Public Health Community Health Science – UCLA
Bachelor of Science Food & Nutrition- San Diego State University
Registered Dietician – Certified Specialist Sports Nutrition
Extensive experience in adult weight management including bariatric weight loss surgery – Cedars Sinai Medical Center
Corporate Wellness Specialist serving Fortune 500 Clients

Although her formal title is Registered Dietician, Sumner considers herself a listener, motivator, educator and coach to every client.  Understanding your nutritional needs as a unique person, is the best way Sumner can use her expertise to create a plan that’s right for your lifestyle.  There is so much to learn about nutrition it can often be overwhelming, but Sumner’s approach involves simplifying big goals and scientific information into realistic and attainable short term successes to get you to your ultimate wellness vision.

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 Kimberly Ward, MS RD

Work Experience

Master in Nutritional Science – California State Los Angeles
Bachelor in Natural Science – Loyola Marymount University
Registered Dietician – Specialist in Diabetes Management, Gestational Diabetes, Weight Management children through adults
Certified Fitness Trainer

Kim’s goal is to combine her nutritional knowledge with her personal training skills to provide clients with an overall healthy lifestyle and move away from rigid dieting rules. Helping and observing her clients obtain their personal health and lifestyle goals are what she enjoys most. Her vision is a community that lives longer, healthier lives with less health complications; like diabetes, high cholesterol, heart disease and other chronic diseases. It is her hope that individuals will care about their inner health as much as their outer beauty.

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Ashlee Withington CMT, BS

Ashlee received her massage therapy certification at the National Holistic Institute College of Massage Therapy. After studying massage for a year, she graduated with over 720 hours of hands-on training and massage experience. She received her Bachelors Degree in Kinesiology and Exercise Science from California State University Northridge in 2009 and also worked as an athletic trainer for sports teams.

Ashlee has chosen Massage Therapy as her profession because she finds working one-on-one with each client incredibly rewarding. She is passionate about helping her clients heal and relax. Her areas of expertise are: Sports Massage, Myofascial Therapies, Swedish Massage and Therapeutic Deep Tissue Massage. Ashlee is an athlete having competed in soccer at the college level and as a result, Ashlee understands the therapeutic needs of today’s athletes. Her education, knowledge, and experience with the treatment of basic athletic injuries aid her in the evaluation and treatment of her clients.  

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Michelle Croasdale, Business Director
Michelle Croasdale graduated with a BS in Biology from Loyola Marymount University in 1990.   She began her healthcare career working for Pfizer Inc, a pharmaceutical company, managing sales of over $1B in prescription products each year.  She has led teams of over 100 people and managed contract negotiations with some of the largest insurance healthcare companies.  After 16 years with Pfizer, Michelle decided to invest her time and healthcare experience in the family business, RSPT.  She is dedicated to provide the same level of care and attention to the patients at RSPT that she gives to her own family.

 

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