Heather Kreizenbeck, PT, MPT

Heather earned a Master of Physical Therapy from Idaho State University in 2001. She graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Biology with minors in Chemistry & Psychology from the University of Denver in 1998.

Heather moved from Idaho to Bellingham, joining Bellingham Physical Therapy in 2001. She enjoys helping patients with all types of orthopedic complaints improve their health and function through individualized treatment. Heather thrives on discovering and addressing the root cause of each patient’s symptoms, educating and empowering patients to create change in their own bodies, and facilitating change through therapeutic touch. She has taken a variety of continuing education courses including joint, soft tissue and neural system mobilization, analysis and rehabilitation of movement systems, and running rehabilitation.

In addition to her clinical practice, Heather teaches in the Physical Therapist Assistant program at Whatcom Community College. She is an American Physical Therapy Association certified clinical instructor for physical therapy and physical therapist assistant students. Heather also performs injury prevention screenings for runners and walkers at Fairhaven Runners. She is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association, and presented research at their Combined Sections meeting in San Antonio, Texas in 2001.

Heather’s first love is being outdoors. She is happiest splashing through whitewater in her kayak, riding her skis down snowy slopes, or playing with her dog Winston. She enjoys hiking, biking, camping and swimming, dancing with her boyfriend, and spending time with friends and family.