The People Who Guide Your Progress
At Full Strength, people matter first. We know that the PT team you work with can play a major role in how confident, informed, and supported you feel as you move forward. Our therapists and trainers are here to guide, teach, and support you through every stage of your progress.
We believe the best results come from strong relationships built on trust and understanding. That starts with listening. It continues with clear explanations, thoughtful planning, and steady encouragement along the way.

More Than Credentials
Our team brings a wide range of experience, education, and training to their work, but what truly sets them apart is how they show up for the people they work with in Alexandria, VA, Springfield, VA and Arlington, VA.
They take the time to understand how your body moves, what your goals are, and what has or hasn’t worked in the past. They explain what they see in plain language so you’re never guessing. Every recommendation has a reason behind it, and you always understand how it fits into the bigger picture.
Guides, Coaches, and Educators
We do more than direct exercises or walk you through sessions. Our team acts as guides and coaches throughout the process. That means helping you understand your movement patterns, your training habits, and how your body responds to load, stress, and recovery.
Education is part of every interaction. When you understand why something matters, you can make better decisions long after your time in the clinic. This approach helps progress continue beyond the walls of Full Strength.
Physical Therapists

Dr. Andrew Sotirokos
PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS
Chief Operating Officer

Dr. Maggie McCandless
PT, DPT, CDN, Cert-VT
Springfield Clinic Director

Dr. Tara Thompson
PT, DPT

Dr. Daniel Palacios
PT, DPT

Dr. Becky Markovitz
PT, DPT

Dr. Nicole Dierkes
PT, DPT, FDN 1&2

Dr. Christina Smith
PT, DPT, ATC (Board Certified Sports Clinical Specialist)

Dr. Alec Howells
PT, DPT, ATC, MS, CSCS

Dr. Ray Moore
PT, DPT

Dr. Meghan Melrose-Smith
PT, DPT, CMTPT, FFTP

Dr. Cassidy Harbison
PT, DPT, LSVT BIG

Dr. Michelle Goto
PT, DPT, CSCS
Shirlington Clinic Director

Dr. Andy Yin
PT, DPT

Dr. Meg Travis
DPT, PT

Dr. Danielle Minkevitch
DPT, LSVT-BIG

Dr. Stephanie Rothe Villaveces
DPT, PT, BRM

Dr. Lisa Benavides
DPT, PT

Dr. Kit Stoelk
DPT, PT

a simple plan to get you moving forward
Your next steps
Schedule your assessment
An expert PT will listen to you and assess your problem.
Get your personalized plan
Know exactly what to focus on, and what to do next.
Keep Progressing with Expert Guidance
Improve how you move so your results last.



