Our Staff
Amy Tec, PTA
Amy is a bilingual Physical Therapist Assistant specializing in pediatric and school-based therapy. Born and raised in the South Bay area of San Diego, she earned her degree from Concorde Career College.
She brings creativity, optimism, and enthusiasm to her practice. She finds it deeply rewarding to help children build confidence and achieve their therapeutic goals. Outside of the clinic, Amy enjoys serving in her church community, traveling, and exploring local coffee shops throughout San Diego and Tijuana.
Anthony Hall, PTA
Anthony is a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant who graduated from Mesa College in 2021. With a strong background in sports medicine and personal experience as a high school and college basketball player, he brings a passion for physical health, athletic performance, and patient rehabilitation to his practice.
Outside of work, Anthony enjoys hiking, playing basketball, working out, softball, and golf. He is committed to helping individuals achieve their physical goals and live active, healthy lives.
Ashley Kroeker, PT, DPT
Ashley has been with PT in Motion for over 10 years. She is dedicated to supporting children in achieving their developmental goals and reaching their full potential.
Outside of her work at PT in Motion, she enjoys spending time at the beach and running. Additionally, she operates Kroeker Kids, a youth fitness center that serves as a beneficial resource for families transitioning out of therapy or seeking a safe environment for physical activity.
Carly Brantley, PTA
Carly has been a Pediatric Physical Therapist Assistant for over five years, dedicated to supporting children’s growth and development. She collaborates closely with parents and caregivers to assist each child in achieving their individual milestones and making meaningful progress across all settings.
Outside of her professional work, Carly enjoys outdoor activities, walking her dog, and spending time with family and friends.
Cathy Boppert, PT
Cathy brings decades of experience as a Registered Physical Therapist, Athletic Trainer, Physical Education Teacher, Athletic Coach, Personal Trainer, and competitive athlete. Specializing in Applied Functional Science, she combines manual therapy with physical, biological, and behavioral sciences to deliver individualized assessment and treatment. Her approach focuses on addressing biomechanical compensations through personalized techniques to help patients manage pain, restore quality of life, and achieve their goals.
She looks forward to partnering with you on patient care and welcoming your referrals.
BE ACTIVE, BE HEALTHY, BELIEVE!
Dana Gates, Front Office
Dana is proud to be part of the PT in Motion team, where she creates a welcoming experience for patients and families. She assists with scheduling, referrals, insurance, and authorizations. Organized and dependable, Dana enjoys helping patients navigate their administrative care to ensure every visit is smooth and comfortable.
Outside of work, she enjoys traveling, spending time with her dog, and making memories with family and friends.
Diony Zamora, PT, DPT
Diony earned his Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy in the Philippines before moving to New York, where he specialized in pediatric physical therapy. He has over 15 years of experience in the field and earned his pediatric Neuro-Developmental Treatment (NDT) certification in 2012.
After relocating to San Diego, California in 2015, Diony worked as a contract physical therapist providing early intervention and school-based care for elementary students with disabilities. He has also been a part-time physical therapist at PT in Motion for over five years.
In his free time, Diony enjoys CrossFit training, hiking, biking, playing tennis, and competing in Spartan races.
Erica Delgado, PT, DPT
Erica earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the University of Southern California and specializes in pediatric physical therapy. She values the creative aspect of working with this population and finds pediatric care deeply rewarding.
Outside of the clinic, she enjoys exploring San Diego, running along the beach, and discovering local restaurants.
Ferdie Bautista, PT, DPT
Ferdie has over eight years of dedicated experience in physical therapy. He completed an intensive, year-long residency specializing in orthopedics. In addition to his clinical expertise, he brings over a decade of competitive tennis experience as a certified teaching professional. This background has given him extensive experience in treating sports-related injuries using manual techniques, therapeutic exercise, and biomechanical optimization. As an athlete, clinician, and coach, he is dedicated to enhancing patient well-being by reducing the risk of future injury and optimizing physical performance.
Genny Caruso, PTA
Genny earned a bachelor’s degree in sociology from Northeastern University, where she played Division I basketball, and an associate degree as a Physical Therapy Assistant from Concorde College, where she achieved a perfect score on the NPTE.
Her diverse background spans college athletics, public safety, and fitness. Driven by a passion for pediatric care, she has focused her continuing education on helping children optimize their mobility and independence. Genny specializes in myofascial release, manual physical therapy, and exercise rehabilitation.
Outside of work, she enjoys exploring nature with her young daughter, visiting the local library, and attending live music and sporting events.
Govi Gallardo, PT, DPT
Govi earned her undergraduate degree in Interdisciplinary Health Studies from Saint Joseph’s University, with double minors in Health Care Ethics and Autism Studies, before completing her Doctor of Physical Therapy at San Diego State University.
A native of Chula Vista, CA, Govi is proud to serve her hometown’s pediatric community. She is fluent in Spanish and dedicated to building a welcoming, fun environment for children of all ages and their families.
Katherine Krueger, PT, DPT
Katherine earned her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Emory University in 2015. While her primary focus is pediatric care, she also specializes in treating conditions related to pregnancy, postpartum recovery, and pelvic floor dysfunction. She is passionate about providing care to patients of all ages and values a family-centered approach, frequently working with multiple family members simultaneously.
Outside of her practice, she enjoys spending time with her family at the beach and exploring San Diego.
Kristin Parsley, MPT
Owner/President
Kristin is the founder, Owner, and President of PT in Motion, established in 2004. With over 30 years of pediatric physical therapy experience, her career began at San Diego Children’s Hospital after earning her Master’s in Physical Therapy from Samuel Merritt College.
Kristin specializes in equipment needs, orthotics, and educational services, providing comprehensive care for patients from birth through age 18. In addition to clinical practice, she is dedicated to mentoring her clinical staff and leading her practice.
Outside of her professional work, Kristin is a mother of three adult children and has two dogs.
Lerma Griffin, Front Desk
Lerma brings over 15 years of experience in outpatient physical therapy settings. She is well-versed in daily clinic operations, including scheduling, supporting therapists, assisting families, and maintaining an organized, welcoming environment to ensure high-quality care.
In her free time, Lerma enjoys spending time with her family and exploring new restaurants.
Lily Villalobos, PT, DPT
Lily earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from San Diego State University and has a passion for pediatric and pelvic health physical therapy. She enjoys building meaningful connections with patients and their families and strives to make therapy a positive, engaging, and encouraging experience. She loves celebrating each milestone, big or small, and helping patients build confidence as they work toward their goals.
Outside of the clinic, Lily loves spending time with family and friends, visiting Disneyland, trying new workout classes, and unwinding with a good book.
Lisette Salazar, PT, DPT
Lisette is a graduate of the University of St. Augustine and brings over five years of experience in outpatient orthopedics. She is dedicated to helping her patients recover and return to their preferred sports and recreational activities.
Outside of work, she enjoys traveling, attending Padres games, and spending time with her family.
Mary Powell, PT
Mary has practiced physical therapy for over 35 years, specializing in the treatment of acute orthopedic injuries, sports injuries, chronic pain, torticollis, and foot and ankle conditions that benefit from custom orthotics. She is trained in a variety of manual therapy techniques, Neuro-Developmental Treatment (NDT), and is a certified craniosacral therapist.
In her free time, Mary enjoys traveling and working with various philanthropic organizations.
Ruby Bajaj, PT, DPT, SCS
Ruby is a licensed Doctor of Physical Therapy and Board-Certified Sports Clinical Specialist. A former UCLA Bruin Bhangra lead choreographer and co-founder, her interest in physical therapy was sparked following a scaphoid fracture during her dance career. After completing a specialized Sports Residency, she now works with elite clientele in sports and orthopedics.
Outside of her clinical practice, she is a community leader, activist, and mother of two.
Wende Cacciapaglia, Business Manager
Wende is the Business Manager at PT in Motion, where she has been part of the team for over 10 years. In her role, she oversees all PT in Motion offices to ensure the practice consistently meets the needs of every patient. She enjoys collaborating with the front office staff and supporting the entire team.
Outside of work, Wende is the mother of 3 adult children and has 3 grandchildren. She enjoys spending time outdoors and making the most of the California sunshine.
What People Are Saying
My daughter loves coming to therapy here. The front desk is so nice! She gets so excited when she sees Ashley. We have been with her therapist Ashley since my daughter was 5 yrs old, she is now 14. Ashely is so patient, and cheerful at the same time. She is such a wonderful person. My daughter loves her, and she has come a long way with her. She taught her how to walk, to go up and down the stairs, she is great! Ashley is always willing to help any way she can. She was able to help us get my daughter’s wheelchair through insurance. She is family now! You can tell when someone likes their job and Ashley shows she loves her job and working with kids. Ashley is one of the reasons why I have been with PT in Motion for years.
Best office ever! I have been a frequent flier in PT over the years and most recently was sent to this place. This has been the best office I have ever been in! The staff is amazing, from the office staff, the PT’s and the assistants! They have always gone above and beyond for anything I needed regardless of what it is! They are all so patient, cheerful, personable and flexible to help the variety of changes that have come up through my recovery! I have had a long course of therapy and have been so lucky to have this group! Thank you to my main team…Lisette, Lerma, Wende, and the physical therapy aides!
We have been with PT in Motion since my son was 2 years old, and he is now almost 9. My daughter also started therapy with Govi when she turned 2, and she is now almost 5. Govi has such an incredible personality and a special way of making my daughter feel comfortable, happy, and loved. Over the years, I have seen such incredible improvement in my daughter, not only physically but also emotionally and mentally. Govi has become more than just my daughter’s therapist; she has become part of our family. PT in Motion is so much more than a therapy center to us. It is a place where our children feel supported, encouraged, and loved. We are truly blessed to have found such an amazing team, and I will always be thankful for everything they have done for our family.
No more pain!! I recently completed several sessions with Katherine, a pelvic floor specialist at the Chula Vista location. I was having severe pain in my hip/buttocks area. I could not sit through a movie or flight without intense pain. Katherine was so helpful and easy to talk to. She worked with me in a personalized way. Katherine gave me some great at home tools that I continue to do to this day. Even when there was a couple of week break in my therapy sessions due to my schedule, she followed up with me to make sure I was doing my daily exercises and to make sure I didn’t have any questions. It’s not exaggerating to say it was life changing. I highly recommend her services.
Five stars to the wonderful team at PT in Motion! My son received physical therapy at the Chula Vista location, and his therapists, Ms. Govi and Ms. Amy, helped him grow tremendously. Thanks to the care and support he received, he is stronger, safer, and more confident in his abilities. The positive relationships he developed with his therapists made carrying over skills and strategies at home so much easier. He “graduated” from PT about a month ago, and he still talks about Ms. Govi with so much love! Ms. Amy, his pool therapist, is also something of a celebrity in our household. We are so grateful for the kindness, encouragement, and expertise of his therapists. I can’t recommend PT in Motion highly enough for pediatric physical therapy!
I was really excited to start physical therapy and start a journey to get my knee closer to what it was before my injury. Going to work with Cathy Boppert at PT in Motion was such a positive experience! She was thorough with her explanation of what she thought was going on and with what correlated with what my doctors said. She’s passionate about her work and takes good care of you. The work is consistent and only goes as far as your limit is according to your injury. Mine was in my knee and any time I felt aching she was there to work with me and my knee. The other staff there were a pleasure as well and kept things moving slowly. Cathy does really well on giving all her patients attention even when it can get a bit crowded. It was a pleasure to progress here and work with everyone at PT motion.
My 18 year old son just went to PT In Motion for a knee injury he sustained while playing goalie. He had a great experience from start to finish. The reception staff is extremely friendly and worked around his high school schedule to get him in quickly. My son saw physical therapist Ferdie and felt very comfortable with him. He said Ferdie did a thorough evaluation and explained everything in detail. He ran my son through circuits of exercises and stretches to help improve his injury and make his knee stronger; he also gave him instructions on things to do at home. After a few visits and following Ferdie’s home instructions my son is doing much better. We would highly recommend PT in Motion and PT Ferdie and will be back if we have any future issues.
Ms. Carly is my son JackLu’s physical therapist in PT in motion. She is amazing, caring, beautiful inside out, and so passionate. When JackLu sees her walk out to the lobby to greet him, his eyes light up and he smiles from ear to ear. That made me feel so happy and knowing that he is in the good hands of his therapist. He will cooperate with Ms. Carly with all the positions she wants him to work on. Jack is so blessed to have her as his PT. He is in a wheelchair, can’t talk, the work requires a lot of patience and physical needs, and Ms. Carly has them all. We love Ms. Carly and appreciate all her help. We would greatly recommend her to anyone that we know looking for a great therapist.