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Kim Horton, PT, Co-Founder
Physical Therapist
Kim has spent her 28 year career as an outpatient orthopedic therapist. She has worked in both hospital and private practice settings in New York and Northern Virginia. Throughout her years of practice, she noticed a trend among PT practices towards high volume, non-individualized care. Kim believed that patients deserved more and in 2013 opened Restore PT & Wellness as a way to deliver an enhanced level of healthcare that focused on the individual needs of her patients and not just the injury itself.
As a manual therapist, Kim employs an approach that utilizes skilled, hands-on techniques to assess and correct dysfunction. Her passion for her craft leads her to pursue continuing education in the fields including; muscle energy, myofascial release, the Maitland approach, and weight training. Kim treats a wide rage of chronic pain issues as well as being a Ehlers Danlos literate therapist.
Kim is married and has 2 wonderful children. She greatly enjoys cooking and working out with kettle bells.
Rachel Gorman, PT, DPT
Doctor of Physical Therapy
LSVT BIG Certified
Rachel attended Lebanon Valley College in Pennsylvania where she received her undergraduate degree in Health Science and her Doctorate of Physical Therapy. While in school, Rachel was a division III field hockey player and is the assistant field hockey coach at Riverside High School.
Rachel is passionate about treating vestibular, neurological, and balance disorders. She enjoys helping people regain their independence by creating a personalized treatment program to allow them back to doing they things they want to do. Vestibular and neurological physical therapy is unique in its own way where you can have fun by getting creative with exercises to challenge peoples’ different balance systems.
Rachel recently became certified in LSVT BIG. She can treat patients with Parkinson's Disease and other neurological disorders with this research-based treatment protocol which is designed to train people to use their body more normally to improve walking and other self-care activities.
In her free time, Rachel likes to spend time with family and friends. She is originally from the suburbs of Philadelphia and goes home to see her family when she can. She also enjoys exploring new places and finding new things to do in the surrounding areas.
Craig Bittenbender, PT, DPT
Doctor of Physical Therapy
Craig has been a physical therapist in Northern Virginia for 24 years. He has worked exclusively within orthopedic and sports orthopedic settings. Craig received his Master’s degree in Physical Therapy at Marymount University in 1999 and went on to complete a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Simmons college in Boston.
Craig has worked in both clinical and managerial roles during this time and has done lecturing to a variety of healthcare audiences in areas of clinical care within the orthopedic setting. He recently completed an Advanced Manual Therapy Certification from Evidence in Motion in 2014 to further delineate his expertise in assessment and treatment utilizing hands-on techniques. His emphasis is on hands-on specialized care to a variety of orthopedic settings. He also utilizes a comprehensive treatment approach including dry needling, Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization, kinesio taping and exercise while providing one on one management to patients across the orthopedic spectrum.
Personally Craig lives in Leesburg, VA with his wife and 4 children. He enjoys exercising, cooking and especially eating.
Marya Elasha, PT, DPT
Doctor of Physical Therapy
Marya completed her undergraduate degree in Exercise Science at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU), where she developed a strong foundation in health promotion and exercise prescription. Her positive experience at VCU led her to later return to the institution and obtain a Doctorate of Physical Therapy.
Marya is a dedicated and passionate professional who enjoys promoting health, wellness, and exercise across all age groups. An avid exercise enthusiast herself, Marya has actively participated in various sports and clubs, integrating her knowledge and experience into her treatment sessions. Marya is trained in all orthopedic conditions as well as pelvic floor therapy.
In her leisure time, Marya loves spending quality time with friends and family. She also enjoys traveling and trying out new restaurants.
Kate Darne
Practice Administrator, Co-Founder
Kate's main role in the office is to manage all systems and processes involved in the daily operations of Restore PT & Wellness. Patient satisfaction from the intake process to their discharge is Kate's highest priority. After several years working as an administrative manager in a physical therapy setting Kate got to see first hand how essential a well run office is to the exceptional care that patients deserve. Kate manages the marketing, billing and ancillary services offered at Restore and is dedicated to making Restore PT & Wellness a positive experience for every patient and client.
Kate now considers Loudoun County home after living all over the county as her dad served 30 years in the US Army. Kate and her husband have raised their 4 children in Loudoun and enjoys cooking, traveling, skiing and watching their children play soccer, tennis, sing and enjoy life.
Craig Bittenbender, PT, DPT
Doctor of Physical Therapy
Craig has been a physical therapist in Northern Virginia for 24 years. He has worked exclusively within orthopedic and sports orthopedic settings. Craig received his Master’s degree in Physical Therapy at Marymount University in 1999 and went on to complete a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Simmons college in Boston.
Craig has worked in both clinical and managerial roles during this time and has done lecturing to a variety of healthcare audiences in areas of clinical care within the orthopedic setting. He recently completed an Advanced Manual Therapy Certification from Evidence in Motion in 2014 to further delineate his expertise in assessment and treatment utilizing hands-on techniques. His emphasis is on hands-on specialized care to a variety of orthopedic settings. He also utilizes a comprehensive treatment approach including dry needling, Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization, kinesio taping and exercise while providing one on one management to patients across the orthopedic spectrum.
Personally Craig lives in Leesburg, VA with his wife and 4 children. He enjoys exercising, cooking and especially eating.
Kate Darne
Practice Administrator, Co-Founder
Kate's main role in the office is to manage all systems and processes involved in the daily operations of Restore PT & Wellness. Patient satisfaction from the intake process to their discharge is Kate's highest priority. After several years working as an administrative manager in a physical therapy setting Kate got to see first hand how essential a well run office is to the exceptional care that patients deserve. Kate manages the marketing, billing and ancillary services offered at Restore and is dedicated to making Restore PT & Wellness a positive experience for every patient and client.
Kate now considers Loudoun County home after living all over the county as her dad served 30 years in the US Army. Kate and her husband have raised their 4 children in Loudoun and enjoys cooking, traveling, skiing and watching their children play soccer, tennis, sing and enjoy life.