OWNER, PT

Board Certified Orthopedic Physical Therapist
Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Therapists

Steve is a Camas, WA native and founder of Washougal Sport and Spine Physical Therapy. With a board certification in orthopedics and advanced fellowship training in manual therapy, his treatment is a hands-on approach incorporating specific corrective exercises to address movement restrictions, pain and dysfunction. Steve has 10 years experience as a licensed physical therapist treating orthopedic and neurological dysfunction. He has special interest in headache management as well as acute and chronic spinal conditions.

He graduated from Camas High School and went on to earn his bachelor’s degree from Western Washington University graduating with a major in Exercise and Sport Science. His professional education continued at the University of Montana where he earned a Master of Science degree in physical therapy. Since obtaining his physical therapy license he has been practicing in the outpatient orthopedic setting, working with a wide range of injuries. In 2008 Steve completed a 3-year fellowship in manual therapy from the prestigious North American Institute of Orthopedic Manual Therapy (NAIOMT). When not working with patients at WSS, Steve enjoys spending time with his wife, Melissa, and two children.

OWNER, PT, DPT

Board Certified Sports Physical Therapist
Doctor of Physical Therapy
Certified Athletic Trainer

Kim Williams received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy at Pacific University in Forest Grove, Oregon, a Master’s degree in Health Administration from Central Washington University in Ellensburg, WA. and her Bachelor of Science degrees in both Biology and Physical Education, Athletic Training from Washington State University in Pullman, WA.

Kimberly is currently an owner, physical therapist and athletic trainer at Washougal Sport and Spine. She believes in a personalized approach that meets the needs of each individual patient. Her practice philosophy utilizes a biomechanical approach with emphasis on combining manual therapy techniques and corrective exercises to address biomechanical deficiencies in movement patterns. She has a special interest in lower extremity injuries and foot pain as well as custom foot orthotic design. Kimberly has enjoyed her career experiences in collegiate and professional athletics with WSU, Central, Pacific and Concordia Universities as well as USA track and field. She has had the pleasure of teaching as an adjunct faculty at three separate universities with an interest in athletic training education.

She is an active member of the Orthopedic and Sports sections of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) as well as the National Athletic Trainers Association (NATA) and is one of three Board Certified Sports Specialist in Clark County. In addition, she has been published in the Journal of Manual and Manipulative Therapy.

Outside the clinic, she enjoys spending time with her husband and two girls.

PT, DPT

Board Certified Orthopedic Specialist

Kyle earned his Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT) from the University of Iowa in 2007. Demonstrating advanced clinical knowledge and skill, he is a Board-Certified Specialist in Sports (SCS) and Orthopedics (OCS). He has also received his Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) designation.

Helping people reach their goals and achieve optimal performance is the reason Kyle became a PT. He provides patient-centered care and hands-on physical therapy. Working collaboratively with the patient he develops individualized treatment plans to address the patient’s goals. He believes in empowering his patients through education and exercise, giving the patient ownership and control in their recovery.

With a passion for athletics, especially running, Kyle is a leader in running rehabilitation and performance. Kyle is a certified running coach through the RRCA and he will develop and assess training programs to maximize the athlete’s performance. He uses a bio-mechanical approach to evaluate the entire athlete through video gait analysis, movement screening, and sports specific testing. His approach is focused on detecting and correcting faults in movements before they effect performance.

His time away from work is spent being active and exploring the Pacific Northwest with his wife and two kids. He enjoys trail running, snow sports, working out, yard-work, barbecuing, and travel.

PT, DPT

Tyler received both his Doctorate of Physical Therapy and Bachelor of Science in Allied Health at George Fox University in Newberg, Oregon, and just recently moved to Washougal. He has been working primarily in outpatient orthopedic settings for nearly 5 years treating a wide variety of conditions and injuries. He enjoys working with the broad diversity of conditions seen in the outpatient setting, with particular interest in back pain, vestibular dysfunction, and TMJ (jaw) pain.

Tyler utilizes an eclectic approach to patient evaluation and treatment. He emphasizes education first and foremost, with manual therapy and exercise as the main tools of choice for helping patients get back on track, achieve goals, and live more active lifestyles. He has great respect for the human body’s remarkable capacity to adapt and heal, and view physical therapy as a collaboration between patient and therapist working together toward a common goal.

Outside the clinic, Tyler greatly values time with his wife and family. He loves anything to do with the outdoors, as well as woodworking, blacksmithing, and hiking.

MPT

Curt is a native Washingtonian who grew up near Tacoma. He attended Loma Linda University and graduated in 2001 with a Masters degree in Physical Therapy. Curt then returned to the Pacific NW and has been practicing in the Vancouver/Portland area for over 20 years.

He has extensive experience with orthopedic and sports conditions and uses a multi-dimensional treatment approach with his patients. Manual therapy techniques and specific exercises are the primary tools he uses to help decrease pain and restore mobility. His greatest job satisfaction comes from helping a patient achieve their goals and regain their highest possible level of function.

He became board certified in orthopedics in 2013. He has also been recognized by Portland Monthly magazine as a top physical therapist in the Portland area.

Outside of work, Curt loves to spend time with his wife and daughter as they travel, hike, play board games, and find new restaurants to try. He also enjoys golfing, reading, and roasting his own coffee.

LAT, ATC

CAMAS HIGH SCHOOL HEAD ATHLETIC TRAINER
SPORTS MEDICINE INSTRUCTOR

Jake graduated from Eastern Washington University in 2014 with his bachelors degree in Athletic Training.  During his time at Eastern, he worked with Men’s Basketball, Men’s Tennis, Mens/Women’s Track and Field, and 2 Spokane area high schools.  Jake currently teaches Sports Medicine and 9th grade health classes during the day at Camas High School and works as the Head Athletic Trainer after hours.  Additionally, Jake works with the Washington Career and Technical Sports Medicine Association as the director of student leadership.

In his free time, Jake loves being outdoors in any way he can.  Some of his primary hobbies include ski mountanieering, alpine skiing, backpacking, travel, and disc golf.  Some of his recent ambitions include a ski descent from the summit of Mt. Hood and winning his first disc golf tournament.

ATHLETIC TRAINER

I grew up in Vancouver, WA and attended Columbia River High School. After graduating I attended Linfield College where I received my degree in Athletic Training. I passed my BOC exam and became a Certified Athletic Trainer in 2014 and was the Head Athletic Trainer at a high school in Portland, Or with Providence Health Services from 2015-2022. In 2022, I accepted a position with Washougal Sport and Spine to become the Assistant Athletic Trainer at Camas High School. I have loved feeling closer to my community and getting work with such amazing people.