About.

Established in 2009 with the goal of providing 1 on 1 Physical Therapy care with an emphasis on Orthopedics and Sports Medicine. We strive to bridge the gap between Physical Therapy and Strength and Conditioning so that you can return from injury, optimize yourself, and improve performance.

Our Team

Brian Lawler PT, MS, OCS, ATC, CSCS, PES
Owner and Founder

Brian is the owner of Asheville Physical Therapy.  He has a diverse and extensive background in orthopedics and sports performance and is one of the most respected and knowledgeable physical therapists and sports performance trainers in Western North Carolina.
Brian obtained a Master of Science degree in Physical Therapy from Duke University in 1993 and is board certified in orthopedics.  He also has a Master of Science degree in Exercise Science and Health Promotion with a concentration in performance enhancement and injury prevention from California University of Pennsylvania.  He is a certified athletic trainer with NATA, a certified strength and conditioning specialist with NSCA, and a performance enhancement specialist with NASM.  He has undergone dry needling training with IDN (Integrative Dry Needling) and is also certified in Personalized Blood Flow Restriction Rehabilitation from Owen's Recovery Science. He lectures locally and nationally on topics of sports rehabilitation, performance enhancement training, and injury prevention.

Kirk Gazdik PT, DPT, ATC, CSCS

Kirk grew up in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and earned his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Youngstown State University in Youngstown, Ohio. He is also a Certified Athletic Trainer after receiving his Bachelor's degree from Kent State University in Kent, Ohio. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist through the NSCA and is experienced in working with athletes of all ages and prides himself on creating focused, effective treatment strategies in a positive, healing environment. He has undergone dry needling training with IDN (Integrative Dry Needling) and is also certified in Personalized Blood Flow Restriction Rehabilitation from Owen's Recovery Science. ​In his free time he enjoys hiking, disc golfing, ultimate frisbee, working out, and the many other outdoor opportunities that the Blue Ridge Mountains have to offer.

Jenna Justice PT, DPT, CPT

Jenna is a native to Asheville, North Carolina. After receiving her Bachelor’s degree in Health Science from North Greenville University, she served the community as a health and wellness coach and personal trainer at the Reuter YMCA. She then earned her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Campbell University. After needing physical therapy herself at a young age, she loves teaching others about how movement is the best medicine for so many medical conditions. When she’s not working, you’ll probably find her going on long walks, hanging out with friends and family, or volunteering with her therapy dog, Cali.

Steve White PTA

Steve received his Physical Therapy Assistant associate’s degree from Southwestern Community College in Sylva, NC, in 1991. Prior to joining Asheville Physical Therapy, he worked for a group of orthopedic surgeons at Asheville Orthopedic Associates for 18 years.  His specialties include rotator cuff injuries, knee arthroscopy and total joint arthroplasty, and nonsurgical shoulder, hip, knee, and ankle injuries. He enjoys working with people of all ages and strives to make each visit both effective and enjoyable.  His outside interests include hiking, kayaking, and spending time with his family in the many beautiful places that this area has to offer.

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