Julie Butler

Clinic Director - PT, DPT

Julie completed her undergraduate work at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, and received both her Masters and Doctorate degrees from Western University of Health Sciences. After spending many years in high school and college running track and then coaching at both levels, Julie enjoys working with athletes to get back to their optimal level.

She has been board certified as a Clinical Specialist in Orthopedic Physical Therapy since 2004, an accolade that only the top ~3.5% of Physical Therapists in the country have earned.

While not in the clinic, Julie enjoys biking, hiking, and enjoying the outdoors with her family.

Education
Western University of Health Sciences, Pomona, CA
Doctorate in Physical Therapy

Western University of Health Sciences, Pomona, CA
Masters in Physical Therapy

California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, CA
Bachelors of Science in Physical Education

Alex Settevendemie

Assistant Clinic Director - PT, DPT

Alex was born and raised in San Luis Obispo. She received her Bachelor of Science in Physiological Sciences from UCLA in 2017 and spent much of her time there interning with the UCLA Football team, where her interest in physical therapy grew. Following graduation from UCLA, Alex worked as a Physical Therapy Aide at Movement for Life’s Atascadero clinic. She then moved to St. Louis, Missouri to pursue her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Washington University in St. Louis, which she received in 2021. Alex completed a clinical rotation at the Arroyo Grande clinic as a Physical Therapy Student, and she is excited to come back as part of the team! She has a wide range of interests including orthopedic and sports therapy, but has a special interest
in pediatrics as well! Outside of the clinic, Alex enjoys being outside, going on hikes and working out, cooking, and spending time with her friends and family.

Education

Washington University in St. Louis, St. Louis, Missouri
Doctor of Physical Therapy, May 2021

University of California Los Angeles, Los Angeles, California
Bachelor of Science, Physiological Sciences, June 2017

Jose Perez

PT, DPT

Jose Perez was born and raised in the Central Valley. He received his Bachelors in Public Health and worked with non-profit organizations to serve various communities including seniors and underprivileged children. He went on to receive his Doctorate in Physical Therapy and has since worked in multiple settings including hospitals and rehab. He has decided to settle on the Central Coast to work in an outpatient setting and spends his free time doing archery, Latin dance and hiking.

Education:
California State University, Northridge
Doctor of Physical Therapy, May 2019

Rachel Barnett

PT, DPT

Rachel was born and raised in Novato, California. She attended California Polytechnic State University in San Luis Obispo where she earned her Bachelors of Science in Kinesiology in 2020. She then received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy at California State University, Fresno in 2024. Following graduation, she returned to live and work in her favorite place - the Central Coast of California. In her free time, Rachel enjoys painting, hiking, and exploring the outdoors.

Education

California State University, Fresno

California Doctor of Physical Therapy, May 2024

California Polytechnic State University

San Luis Obispo,

California Bachelor of Science, Kinesiology, June 2020

Meghan Bell

PT, DPT

Meghan grew up on the east coast in New Jersey. After graduating from Widener University's Doctorate of Physical Therapy program in 2023, she began her career as a travel physical therapist. She has worked in many states as a physical therapist, exploring the country while working and eventually landed in Pismo Beach. After 2 travel contracts at Movement For Life in Pismo Beach, CA, she accepted a full time position as a permanent staff member. Outside of work Meghan enjoys reading, baking, crochet, and staying active at the gym or hiking.

Education

Widener University, Chester, PA
DPT, May 2023