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ProActive Physical TherapyA Doctors of Physical Therapy Company

Our story

ProActive Physical Therapy

The San Diego area’s top physical therapists, and the outcomes to prove it.

Where we come from

Proactive by name, proactive by nature

ProActive Physical Therapy grew across San Diego County on one belief: every patient, at every age, deserves focused, individualized treatment. Six clinics later, from Carlsbad to National City, that belief hasn’t moved an inch.

It shows in the results. Our quality outcomes measure above the national average, we’ve been recognized for our Commitment to Quality Outcomes, and San Diego Magazine readers voted us Best of San Diego 2023. When your therapist works for a practice like that, your comeback is in good hands.

The clinician-led difference

The only PT practice led entirely by physical therapists

Every leader at our practice, from clinic director to CEO, is a licensed physical therapist. Every clinical decision is made by someone who has treated patients.

“Highest-quality people providing the highest, the most evidence-based medicine that produces the best outcomes and creates the best value.”

Aaron Kraai, PT, DPT, Founder & CEO, Doctors of Physical Therapy

  • Licensed Physical Therapists
  • Orthopedic Care
  • Sports & Return-to-Sport
  • Manual Therapy
  • Best of San Diego 2023
  • Neuro Rehabilitation

Built from zero, built for patients

Part of the Doctors of Physical Therapy family

Founder Aaron Kraai started folding towels at a physical therapy clinic at age 14. He opened the first Doctors of Physical Therapy clinic in 2005 and built the company from nothing, with one goal: a PT organization where clinicians lead, patients win, and excellence is non-negotiable.

Today that network spans clinician-led clinics nationwide. ProActive Physical Therapy is proud to be part of it, same trusted local team, now backed by a national standard of care.

Meet the team

The same people, at the same clinics

Every therapist, director, and front-office teammate you know is still here. Here is who you will find at each clinic.

Carlsbad

Carol, PTA (Clinic Director) · Bill Kosik, MSPT, OCS, ATC, CSCS · Sapna, PT, DPT · Jacob, PT, DPT · Mitchell, PT, DPT · Anton, PTA · Amy, OTR/L

Carmel Valley

Ella, PT (Clinical Director) · Lisette, PT, DPT · Kimberly, PT

Mission Valley

Ann Marie (Clinic Director) · Aimee, OTR/L, CPAM, CHT

National City

Jose, PT · Aimee, OTR/L, CPAM, CHT

Rancho Bernardo

Laura, PTA (Clinic Director) · Gina, PT, DPT · Jayson, PT, DPT · Mary Pat, PT · Arianna, PT, DPT, OCS · Amy, OTR/L

Vista

Ella, PT (Clinical Director) · Jayson, PT, DPT · Glen, PT · Jacob, PT, DPT · Amy, OTR/L

Central team

Charlotte, MHA/ED (Back Office Operations) · Jennifer (Front Office Operations) · Andrea (Central Scheduling) · Darian, MHA (VP, Physician & Attorney Relations) · Alma (Front Office Liaison) · Bailey, MS (Lien Specialist) · Tim (Administrative Specialist) · Isabel (Virtual Agent Lead)

For referring physicians

Physicians prefer ProActive

Convenient locations, experienced clinicians, and a consistent experience for every patient you send us.

Send a referral

Download the ProActive physician referral form (PDF) and fax it to the clinic closest to your patient. Each clinic’s fax number is on the form and on its location page.

Same-day scheduling

Our scheduling team reaches out to your patient the same day the referral arrives.

Progress you can track

We send periodic updates and notes so you can follow your patient’s progress through care.

Not sure which clinic is closest to your patient? Call 800-974-4378 and we will route the referral.

Download the referral form (PDF) →

Community & partners

Proud partners across San Diego

ProActive has served as the San Diego Sockers’ physical therapy clinic and works alongside the region’s best in sports performance, aquatics, and rehab technology.

  • San Diego Sockers
  • Activ8 Athleticism
  • Noonan Family Swim School
  • PTPN Member
  • BTE Technologies
  • Graston Technique
  • Game Ready
  • Kinesio Taping
  • SportKat by Korebalance
  • Chattanooga
  • Trainer Rx
  • Best of San Diego 2023, San Diego Magazine

Patient stories on video

See the results for yourself

Four ProActive patients, in their own words. Videos are being moved over from the ProActive site.

Taylor

A top-ranked collegiate athlete who came to ProActive after surgery.

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Sue

Came to ProActive after a car accident and was treated by an occupational therapist specializing in hands.

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Kurt

Referred by his surgeon, and by more than a few friends who had been to ProActive themselves.

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Bill

A PGA Hall of Famer who has come to ProActive for years to keep his golf game in check. In his 80s, still hitting in the 70s.

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Get Better Faster

Ready when you are.

Book your first appointment today. No referral. No waiting. Straight to a licensed physical therapist.