Our Therapists
Physical Therapists & Occupational Therapists in WI
Michael Karegeannes
Owner & Physical Therapist
PT, MHSc, LAT, MTC, CFC, CCTT, CMTPT
Michael is passionate about treating and assisting patients who are suffering from TMD (Temporal Mandibular Joint Dysfunction); CFP (Craniofacial Pain), Cervical pain, Headaches and Myofascial and Chronic Pain.
Brianna Ahner
Physical Therapist
DPT
Brianna Ahner graduated from the University of Wisconsin La Crosse with a bachelor’s of science and a major in Exercise Sport Science.
Erin Bafunno
Physical Therapist
DPT, CMTPT
Erin Bafunno graduated with high honors for her two degrees from Marquette University with Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Physiology and as a Doctor of Physical Therapy in 2014.
Heather Barry
Physical Therapist
PT
Heather Barry is a well-rounded therapist specializing in general orthopedics, TMJ treatment, pelvic physical therapy, and dry needling.
Rachel Beilfuss
Physical Therapist
PT, DPT, OCS
Rachel enjoys treating patients with sports medicine injuries. She also specializes in helping those with balance and vestibular dysfunction.
Monika Burrescia
Physical Therapist
DPT
Monika, a native of Port Washington, Wisconsin, first appreciated physical therapy after a hamstring tear during her high school track season. She later earned a D1 scholarship for track and cross country at Mississippi State University where she graduated with a BS in Kinesiology and Fitness Management.
Gregory Cherbukovsky
Physical Therapist Assistant
PTA, LMT
Gregory graduated from the State of Belarusian College of Physical Education in 1976 with Bachelor of Science in physical education. From 1973-1978 he played semi-professional soccer on the championship Belarusian team and later went on to coach soccer.
Charlie Coenen
Physical Therapist
DPT
Charlie enjoys working with endurance athletes, such as runners, and all lower extremity injuries and surgeries.
Scott Coonen
Director of Clinical Therapy- Physical Therapist
PT, CSCS, CMTPT
Scott’s own experience with physical therapy after suffering a high-school track injury inspired him to become a physical therapist. Scott received his Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from the University of Wisconsin – Madison in 1995.
Anna Grassman
Physical Therapist
DPT, CMTPT
Anna graduated with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of Maryland-Baltimore.
Abigail Jurinek
Physical Therapist
DPT, CMTPT
Abigail Jurinek graduated with high honors from Bradley University in 2007 with a Bachelor’s of Science in Health Science and minor in Biology. She went on to graduate in 2010 from the Doctor of Physical Therapy program.
Wes Kokott
Physical Therapist
PT, DPT, OCS, SCS, CMPT, COMT, FDN2
With specializing in advanced orthopedic techniques, Wes is uniquely equipped to help you get back to pain-free activity. He is also extremely passionate about treating baseball players.
Adrienne Loukopoulos
Occupational Therapist
MSOT, OTR/L
Adrienne Loukopoulos graduated from St. Norbert College with a bachelors of science with a biomedical concentration. She then pursued Occupational Therapy at Mount Mary University where she graduated with a Master’s in Occupational Therapy.
Anne Nord
Occupational Therapist
MOT
Anne joined the Freedom Physical Therapy team in 2010. She received her Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from Concordia in 2008, and spent time training in outpatient under a certified hand therapist as well as a certified lymphedema therapist.
Joe Ogden
Physical Therapist
DPT, CP-S, CPPS
Joe played and now coaches baseball. He graduated from Carroll University in Wisconsin and has strong manual skills to treat lumbar spine pain and knee injuries. Joe has a passion for treating the overhead athlete and ensuring safe movement patterns for these individuals
Nina Olson
Physical Therapist
DPT, CMTPT, BCB-PMD, HSP
Nina graduated with honors from Marquette University in 2003 with a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science. In 2005, Nina graduated with honors from Marquette as a Doctor of Physical Therapy. Nina joined Freedom Physical Therapy in 2005.
Diane Ping
Physical Therapist
MPT, CMTPT
Diane is a graduate of Winona State University of Minnesota. She graduated in 1995 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Allied Health Sciences. In 2000, Diane graduated from Carroll College of Waukesha, WI with a Masters of Physical Therapy degree.
Trenton Rehman
Physical Therapist
DPT, Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy (OCS), FDN Lvl 2, TPI Certified
Trenton Rehman is a Wisconsin native. Trenton attended Marquette University, where he graduated with two Degrees from Marquette University, including a Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Physiology and a Doctor of Physical Therapy.
Molly Rittberg
Physical Therapist
DPT, CFPS, LSVT-BIG certified, CGCP
Molly Rittberg received her master’s degree in Physical Therapy in 2007 from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and went on to receive her doctorate from Rosalind Franklin University (North Chicago) in 2009.
Mike Ruppel
Physical Therapist
PT, CMTPT, CSCS, CPI
Mike Ruppel’s physical therapy journey began when he was playing college baseball after having both ankles reconstructed following an injury. It was after his rehab experience where Mike was inspired to eventually pursue a career in the profession.
Kyle Sampson
Physical Therapist
DPT
Kyle graduated from Carroll University in 2018. Kyle has a special interest in treating athletes of all levels and ages, especially those with shoulder and knee dysfunction.
Rachel Schraufnagel
Physical Therapist
DPT, FDN2
Rachel graduated with honors from Concordia University Wisconsin in 2014 with a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology and in 2017 with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy. At Concordia, Rachel had the opportunity to take advanced coursework in manual therapy and sport specific training.
Spencer Tredo
Physical Therapist
MPT, SFMA, FMS, SFG1, CMTPT, A-CFMP
Spencer is a manually based physical therapist who employs a variety of techniques including joint and soft tissue mobilization, Active Release and Muscle Energy Technique, and trigger point release. He is skilled in functionally based corrective exercises, as taught through Functional Movement Systems.
Jeffrey Verhagen
Director of Clinical Therapy, Clinical Operations Administrator – Physical Therapist
PT, MBA, CMTPT
Jeffrey Verhagen is the Clinical Operations Administrator for Freedom Physical Therapy Services. He is a manual therapist who graduated from the University of Wisconsin – Madison in 1990 with a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy.
Marion Verplancke
Occupational Therapist
MOT, OTR/L, CIRS
Marion graduated from Concordia University-Wisconsin in 1999 with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Marketing and Communications. She continued her education at Concordia and received her Masters Degree in Occupational Therapy in 2002.
Michael Verplancke
Director of Clinical Therapy- Physical Therapist
DPT, CSCS, CMTPT, CFC
Michael left his roots of St. Louis, Missouri, to both attend and play ice hockey at St. Mary’s University of Minnesota, where Mike graduated in 1998 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Biology.