Nathaniel Goodwin

Clinic Director - PT, DPT

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