About One To One

Deb Kristovich

I have been living in Tacoma since 1986. I attended the University of Puget Sound where I earned my Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science in 1988 and my Masters Degree in Physical Therapy in 1991. I became a Certified Athletic Trainer in 1990 and took on the roll of Education Coordinator in the University of Puget Sound’s Sports Medicine Program where I mentored student athletic trainers entering and progressing through the program. I was also involved in the rehab of multiple and varied athletes at Bellarmine Prep High School and Tacoma Community College.

After experiencing other Physical Therapy settings, I opened One to One Physical Therapy in Old Town Tacoma in 1999 to emphasize my belief in an individualized “one-to-one” approach to the care of every patient walking through our doors. The ultimate goal of this personal attention is that all of our patients will improve and return to their “best lives” quickly. We, as Physical Therapists also thrive by seeing the positive results achieved by our clients as they resume normal life again in their recovery from varied injuries. We value and covet the high quality, “one to one” rehab opportunities we have with each of our patients and receive great satisfaction working in this this type of environment. This is especially true as health care changes continue to challenge this type of care.

One to One Physical Therapy is a positive and healing place with really great people! We would love to help you to get your best life back again. Come see us.

Seth Darcangelo

Quality of life means a lot more than being able to wake up every day and sit on the couch. True quality of life means having the power to live out your passions, create memories with your friends and family, and cheer on the Seattle Seahawks. At least, that’s what a great quality of life is for Seth Darcangelo.

Seth is a Washington native, and graduated with a Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of Puget Sound in 2012. Being a sports lover, Seth values that physical therapy is truly a team sport. Seth is a great listener and problem-solver, and ensures that his patients appreciate that they are the “most valuable player” of their own healthcare team. In putting his patients first, Seth exemplifies sincerity and a genuine love for learning and educating others. He achieves this in the clinic by seeking out ideas and opinions from his colleagues at One to One, as he understands that a good physical therapist may say he has all of the answers, but a great physical therapist is not afraid to keep asking questions, seeking out advice, and bettering himself daily in order to provide his patients with the best care possible.

Although Seth would never assert himself as the star of the team, his personality in the clinic shines. Seth is driven by a love of empowering people to recover. He is most proud when he sees his patients take ownership of their own health and learn to love how their bodies feel when they are pain-free, healthier, and stronger. Seth recognizes that getting better, improving movement, and achieving goals are an active process, which take great effort. But just because it involves effort does not mean it cannot be fun. One to One is Seth’s playground- he lives for meeting new people, creating individualized plans of care, brainstorming new ideas, and supplying jokes and laughter.

Seth Darcangelo teaches his patients the importance of practicing good habits in order to create the highest quality of life. And that is the way Seth lives his life as well. When he is not at One to One, you will find Seth playing baseball in the backyard with his son, traveling with his friends and family, and going to Mariners and Seahawks games. He hopes that his patients see the way he practices and the way he lives his life align with how his patients feel when they walk out of the clinic- full of good memories, a healthy lifestyle, happiness, and fun. Go Hawks!

Erika Sagle

In the profession of physical therapy, the thought, “It is physical therapy practice, not physical therapy perfect,” is a commonly spoken phrase.

The definition of “perfection” is, “the condition, state, or quality of being free or as free as possible from all flaws or defects.” In contrast, the definition of “genuine” reads, “truly what something is said to be; authentic.” Being authentic does not require perfection, but a willingness to be honest and live according to one’s values.

As someone who truly aims to practice physical therapy, rather than perfect physical therapy, Erika Sagle embodies the definition of a genuine clinician and person.

Erika is a North Carolina native, but grew up in Washington State. She graduated from Western Washington with a Bachelor of Arts in exercise science, with a minor in psychology in 1998. In 2006, she earned her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of Puget Sound. Since then, she has utilized her extensive understanding of the human body and mind to develop and promote high-quality standards, hands-on treatment, and progress-focused practices to empower her patients to be active participants in their healing, and gain an understanding of what they can do to heal, strengthen, and better themselves.

At the heart of Erika’s passion of physical therapy is a great love for learning and teaching. Erika possesses the sincerity and humility to say, “I don’t know.” In doing so, Erika creates a learning opportunity, and makes it her goal to figure out what is going on, or enlist the help of someone who knows. This practice not only allows patients to get answers, but enables Erika to continue to grow as a physical therapist. As a true teacher, Erika takes this new knowledge, and/or skillset and shares it with her colleagues and other patients, because Erika knows that she can only be her best self and the best physical therapist if she provides others with the capacity to do the same.

Staying true to form in all aspects of her life, Erika employs the same standards she teaches at the clinic in her own pursuits. Erika is a half marathon runner and weight lifter, and prides herself on always being active. When she is not at One to One, Erika is out running trails at Point Defiance, creating new things as a baker and crafter, and spending time outdoors with her husband and pups in the beautiful Pacific Northwest.

“It is much more important to do good high-quality work over a long period of time than to seek perfection in any particular project.” –Art Markman

The focus on quality rather than quantity, and progress rather than perfection, are not only the takeaways from this quote, but what Erika hopes every patient takes away from each session. For Erika, physical therapy and life are about learning something new every day, sharing your passions with the people you love, and celebrating every success, because no one can be perfect, but everyone can be the best version of their authentic selves.

Katherine Arave

Katherine Arave is a Pacific Northwest native who loves where she is and what she does. Much of her time growing up was spent in the Tacoma area where she fell in love with the “small town in a big city” vibe.

She graduated from Franklin Pierce University in Goodyear, AZ with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy in early 2018 and quickly made her way home to Washington. Throughout her education she saw many different approaches to physical therapy and quickly determined that one to one care is the absolute best quality available. This became her primary goal when deciding where and how to practice physical therapy. Thankfully One to One was the clinic that offered just that. She enjoys the opportunity to get to know her patients and tailor PT to meet their individual needs and goals. One of her favorite things about One to One is the team atmosphere – there are always many minds that can come together to tackle even the toughest of cases.

She lives with her husband and 2 pups that keep her on her toes. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, watching Gonzaga basketball or the Seahawks, and spending time working on her new home.

Lindsay van den Brandt

Four thousand, eight hundred thirty-five. That is how many miles separate Lindsay van den Brandt from her native home, the Netherlands. For most people, the idea of moving halfway across the world, with no job, in the pursuit of love, joy, and a dream career is not only daunting, but inconceivable. But for Lindsay, allowing fear or the opinions of others to prevent her own pursuit of joy is the only idea that is inconceivable.

“Follow your bliss and the universe will open doors for you where there were only walls.”

– Joseph Campbell

Lindsay not only admires the words of Joseph Campbell but has lived them over the last 5 years. When doors did not open automatically, she broke down the walls standing in her way.

After graduating in 2007, Lindsay practiced as a physical therapist in the Netherlands for 6 years. Lindsay moved from the Netherlands to Washington State to pursue love and her passion for physical therapy in the United States in 2013. To say her pursuit did not come easy is a monumental understatement. Lindsay had to take and re-take courses she already passed, and study for and take test after test over a 4-year period before the degree she had previously earned in the Netherlands was validated in Washington State. Over this time, Lindsay not only persevered and accomplished an incredible feat, but used her story to help enact new laws. Because of Lindsay’s advocacy, others with the same aspirations will not have to endure these struggles.

Lindsay is not only an advocate but a trailblazer. She is an experienced therapist and the most humble listener, observer, and learner. It is these traits, and Lindsay’s determination that make her an excellent physical therapist.

Lindsay’s love of physical therapy is palpable. Physical therapy is not just what she does, but who she is. As she worked to become a physical therapist in the States, Lindsay consistently came across the “one more” thing that needed to be done. As someone who believes in and lives out the principle of paying it forward, Lindsay is always willing to do more for others. Her hope is that her patients adopt this mentality for themselves.  Lindsay knows, through experience, that any challenge can be met, but every goal can also be surpassed. For Lindsay, helping a patient restore his/her prior level of function is great, but she aims to empower her patients to reach for a higher level of function, so they too have no limitations in pursuing bliss.

4,835 miles may stand in between Lindsay and the Netherlands, but Lindsay knows that it is human connection, rather than physical location, that makes a place truly home. After years of hard work and challenge, the universe finally opened the door at One to One, and Lindsay knew she was home.

Nolan O’Malley

Nolan grew up way down south on the gulf coast of Florida. He studied Biomedical Sciences at the University of South Florida and received his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Washington University in St. Louis. After graduation, he was drawn to the pacific northwest by his love for the outdoors. The beaches of south Florida will always have a special place in his heart, but the adventurous side of him enjoys hiking, camping, and climbing in the PNW, especially in Leavenworth – one of his favorite things about Washington.

Nolan’s professional training emphasizes a movement-based approach, which requires very individualized care. One to One Physical Therapy has just that – one on one care with the time for skilled eyes and hands to help you move better. He looks forward to getting to know his patients and their movement patterns to help refine these strategies and get them back to the things they enjoy and love to do.

In an effort toward continued clinical expertise, Nolan is currently working through a post-graduate residency program to specialize in Sports Physical Therapy. In addition to mountain sports, he also has a background in soccer and powerlifting. When Nolan is not in the clinic or working hard his residency training, you can find him walking on the wild side on trials or climbing at a local gym.

Heather Rossman

“Family is not an important thing. It’s everything.”- Michael J. Fox

For One to One’s resident “mama bear”, Heather Rossman, this idea is actually a fact of life. Family is not only her amazing husband and three children, but the people she chooses to spend her day with at One to One as well. Heather has the warmest heart and an unmatched ability to treat everyone as if they are her own.

As the manager of the front office, Heather is primarily responsible for making sure each patient knows and feels he/she will be taken care of at One to One. This entails communicating with every patient and his/her insurance provider, creating and organizing the clinic’s schedule so that it works best for each patient and therapist, and training her staff to be as lovingly-focused on attention to detail, to ensure the best patient experience.

Heather proudly takes ownership of great responsibilities, so it is no surprise that she lives by the following quote by Eleanor Roosevelt. “In the long run, we shape our lives, and we shape ourselves. The process never ends until we die. And the choices we make are ultimately our own responsibility.”

Every day, Heather chooses laughter. She chooses to be a role model for three young kids. She chooses to give back to the community through supporting veterans and the humane society. She chooses to love and treat everyone in her life as family. Through all of her daily choices, Heather has shaped herself into this amazing, spunky redhead with brightest smile and kindest soul. And without even realizing it, Heather’s choices shape and inspire all those around her to choose to be more like her every day.

Andrew Villa

Originally from sunny southern California, Andrew moved to the Pacific Northwest in 2017 with his wife Kasey. Although he misses the year-round sunshine and sandy beaches, he and his wife have come to appreciate the natural beauty and peacefulness of the Evergreen State. Andrew studied Biological Sciences at the University of California Irvine (UCI) and graduated with a Bachelor’s of Science from Cal State University of San Bernardino with an emphasis in Exercise Science. During his collegiate studies, he enjoyed working as a sports medicine intern at All Pro Health Center in Arcadia, CA. Andrew has always been fascinated with the wonderful design of the human body and is passionate in helping patients to live life as pain-free as possible.

In his spare time, Andrew enjoys spending quality time with his wife and two dogs in the outdoors. Ever since he could walk, he has been active in a variety of sports including baseball, basketball, hiking, running and tennis. He also volunteers as much as time as possible teaching people of all backgrounds about the Bible.

Andrew is proud to be a part of the One to One team and contribute in any way possible in order to help patients thrive and ENJOY their experiences here with us. No matter who comes through our doors, Andrew is determined to be friendly and compassionate toward all while helping our therapists provide the best care possible.

Taxi

I’m just a yellow lab in a yellow cab living in a ride share service world. I will be your taxi driver for your visit, taking you from reception to your appointment, and if need be the restroom. Please bring a tennis ball as I have an addiction that I’m working on. Dog treats are also accepted “with my mom’s permission”, but none of that gluten free crap please. Thank you and I look forward to meeting you.

Jack

I have been with One to One since the beginning.  I am knowledgeable of the human form and am always willing to share what I know.  I do tend to be a bit of a workaholic because I never take a sick day and work long hours.  Sometimes I feel like I live here at One to One.  In my spare time I like to listen to music, George Thorogood’s “Bad to the Bone” is one of my favorites.