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Philippians 3:14
Michael Perkins, PT
Hello and welcome to Inspire Physical Therapy! My name is Michael Perkins. I am a Christian, husband, father, PT, Aggie (class of 1996) and owner of Inspire. My wife Denise, Texas A&M class of 1997, is our co-owner, and we have been blessed with four beautiful children. We both grew up in this community and are thankful that we are getting to raise our children here as well.​
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I graduated from UT Southwestern PT school in 1999 and since have been blessed with the opportunity to serve the Brazos Valley as a PT. I have an absolute passion for the overall health and well being of my patients. I view physical therapy as a ministry and am overjoyed to help my patients accomplish health and wellness far beyond anything they've known before.
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I have a holistic approach to medicine and believe that health and wellness start in the heart and at the core. From diet to exercise, from alignment to fitness, I find great worth in helping our patients discover their maximum potential. I have been practicing in this community for over 20 years, have made many incredible friends, and feel the best is yet to come. I am excited to daily continue this healing ministry as an extension of the loving hands of Christ and invite you to be a part of the Inspire experience.
Jessie Arden, PTA
Hi! My name is Jessie Arden, and I am a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant. I received my bachelor’s degree in Applied Exercise Physiology from Texas A&M in 2016. Two years later, in 2018, I graduated from Blinn’s Physical Therapist Assistant program with an associate’s degree. After spending one of my clinical rotations with the Inspire team, I was more than happy to officially join the family in March of 2019.
I was born and raised right here in Bryan, Texas. In my spare time I enjoy exercising, going for walks with my dog, watching movies, and spending time with family and friends. My passion for physical therapy began as a young competitive dancer who was prone to injury. I love to get to know my patients outside of their injury, and help them get back to doing what they enjoy!
Kate Auvermann, PT, DPT
Hello! My name is Kate Auvermann, and I am a licensed Physical Therapist here at Inspire Physical Therapy.
I grew up in Amarillo, Tx prior to moving to College Station to earn my undergraduate degree in Nutritional Sciences from Texas A&M University. Soon after graduating from A&M, I moved to Dallas, Tx to earn my Doctorate in Physical Therapy from UT Southwestern.
I applied for a job at Inspire soon after graduating after hearing from friends and family about how wonderful of a clinic Inspire is! I quickly observed that it is a clinic that not only cares about the physical aspect of patients but also the emotional, mental and spiritual aspects as well. My vision for physical therapy is to use it to serve the people around me and glorify the Lord to the best of my ability and felt like I could do that well with the team at Inspire! I started serving at Inspire in March 2024.
When I’m not at work, I enjoy serving at my church Redeemer Baptist, spending time with my husband, Isaac, and friends, and doing active things like running or playing pickleball and spikeball!
Howard Davidson, PTA
Hello! My name is Howard Davison, and I am a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant. After graduating from Sam Houston State University in 2010 with a degree in Criminal Justice, I knew I wanted to pursue a career in Physical Therapy. After a few years in Houston I graduated from PIMA Medical Institute in 2017 with an Associates Degree as a Physical Therapist Assistant and have been working in this field ever since. In 2021 my wife and I moved back to the BCS area and I was blessed with the opportunity to work with Michael and his wonderful team at Inspire.
As a BCS native I'm excited to be back home. On the weekends you can find me hanging out with my wife and my family. I enjoy working out, being outdoors and relaxing. Fun fact, I received my Eagle Scout badge when I was 17. If you come on in, be sure to say hi!
Daniel Evers, PT, DPT
Howdy! My name is Daniel Evers and I am a licensed Physical Therapist here at Inspire Physical Therapy. I received a Bachelor’s in Exercise & Sports Sciences from Texas Tech University in 2008, a Master’s in Exercise and Health Sciences from the University of Houston - Clear Lake in 2011, and a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston in 2014. I also have certifications from the ACSM for Personal Training and the NSCA as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. I began working with Michael, and the Inspire PT family, at the end of 2021, following several years of Home Health experience. I feel grateful to get to share my knowledge about the human body and recovery with anyone who will benefit from it. I feel privileged to be a member of the Inspire family. And, I feel blessed to continue to learn and grow with my adopted Aggieland community.
I grew up in Houston, TX, but my wife, Andrea, and I have called College Station home since 2015. When I’m not in the clinic you can find me working out, running, or walking my two dogs Rogue and Bandit.
Come see me if you know that you can get better, but don’t know how to get there. I would love to help you out, in any way that I can.
Proverbs 3: 5-6
Ashlyn Hahn, Receptionist
Hello, my name is Ashlyn Hahn. I work in the front office here at Inspire. I haven't been here too long, but I look forward to growing with this amazing team!
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I grew up in a small town called Madisonville, Tx. In my free time I enjoy spending time with my soon to be husband, painting, and doing outdoor activities.
Taylor Kouba, PTA
Howdy! My name is Taylor Kouba and I am a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant. I received my bachelor’s degree in Motor Behavior from Texas A&M University in 2012 and graduated from Blinn’s Physical Therapist Assistant program in 2014. I have had the privilege of treating patients at Inspire Physical Therapy since December 2023. I am passionate about helping our patients overcome their physical limitations and get back to enjoying the activities they love!
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My husband, Keith, and I have been married since 2014 and have two amazing sons. We love traveling, spending time with family and friends and cheering on our boys in all of their sport activities. I also coach cheerleading at Brazos Christian School and love spending time serving the high school youth there.
Philippians 4:13
Monica Love, PTA
Howdy! My name is Monica Love and I am a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant. After graduating from Texas A&M in 2007 with a bachelor of arts in History, I spent several years working in different industries in College Station before taking a leap of faith and deciding to go back to school to become a Physical Therapist Assistant. I graduated from the Blinn PTA program in May 2019 and joined the Inspire team in October 2019. I am truly blessed that I get to spend my days helping people return to the activities they enjoy!
When not at Inspire, I enjoy spending time with my husband and our two children, running, reading, and crocheting.
Nikia Mitchell, Receptionist
Hello, my name is Nikia Mitchell I was born on January 15th 1991 in Bryan, Tx. I’m the oldest of one sibling and the third oldest granddaughter. As a child, I was very outgoing and vibrant. I praised dance with my home church, New Birth Baptist Church growing up. I’m a graduate of Bryan High School and was apart of their drill team, The Shy-Anne’s.
I later received my Phlebotomy Certification. I worked as a phlebotomist for 7 years and enjoyed every part of it. I then became a mother to two beautiful children, Jasiah Nelson and Sariah Lawson. I enjoy going to church, reading my bible, and spending time with my loving family!
I believe that God has a purpose for our lives and we are all his vessels. I’m simply here to serve and love on his people. Inspire has been such a wonderful blessing to MY life and I am forever grateful.
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Jeremiah 29:11
Martha Pavlasek, PT
Hello! My name is Martha Pavlasek and I’m one of Inspire’s physical therapists. I graduated from Angelo State University in 2002 with my degree in physical therapy. My family and I felt called to move from North Dallas to BCS in 2020. In 2022, after my fight with breast cancer, I personally needed physical therapy and found Inspire. During treatment, I fell in love with the clinic and was blessed to be asked to join the team. I am a functional manual therapist and I love working with all ages!
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When I’m not at the clinic, I’m usually at a sporting event with my daughters and husband. I also enjoy gardening and taking care of our sweet pups, Coconut and Luna.
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Lani Pusateri, PTA
Hey everyone! My name is Lani Pusateri, and I am a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant here at Inspire! I am the baby of 5 and am originally from a small town in south Louisiana. We moved here to College Station with our dog in 2017, and since then have grown our family. We now have a daughter and a son that we enjoy spending time with, but boy do they keep us busy!
I graduated in 2013 from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette with my Bachelor's of Science degree in Kinesiology. In 2016, I graduated from Our Lady of the Lake College in Baton Rouge, Louisiana with my Physical Therapist Assistant degree. I started with Michael and his team in February of 2018 and have enjoyed watching this clinic grow, and getting to help and meet new people over the years. I look forward to many more years of being able to help the people of BCS!
Michelle Ralston, PTA
Hello! My name is Michelle, and I am a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant at Inspire PT. I graduated from Texas A&M in 2010 with a bachelor’s degree in Nutritional Sciences. In 2013, I graduated from the Blinn PTA program. After spending one of my clinical rotations with Michael Perkins, I was more than happy to jump on board when he told me he was going into private practice. I have had the privilege of working at Inspire since we opened in 2013. I enjoy spending my day at Inspire treating patients by answering questions about their injuries, assisting them through PT and helping them to feel better! I have advanced training in Vestibular rehabilitation and LSVT BIG certified for treatment of patients with Parkinson’s disease.
I grew up south of Houston but have been in College Station/ Bryan since 2006. I like to spend time outside of work with my husband, Matt and our 2 daughters. I enjoy hiking, biking, swimming, reading, and visiting with family and friends.
Ashley Richey, PT, DPT
Howdy! My name is Ashley Richey, and I am a licensed Physical Therapist here at Inspire Physical Therapy. I grew up in Fort Worth, TX prior to attending Texas A&M University where I received my degree in Applied Exercise Physiology in May of 2016. I continued my education at the University of the Incarnate Word graduating as a Doctor of Physical Therapy in May of 2019. While in school, I was blessed to spend 4 months at Inspire during clinical rotations and jumped at the chance to come back to be part of the Inspire family. My husband, also an Aggie, and I were married in June of 2019 and absolutely love making our home in Aggieland. We added our precious son Mason to the family in November of 2024 and have loved becoming parents! I am certified in Blood Flow Restriction Therapy which has shown to be beneficial for patients who have had surgery. I love getting to help patients feel better and help them get back to doing what they love!
Melissa Spiller, Practice Manager
Hello, I am Melissa Spiller and it is a privilege to be part of the INSPIRE team. I have worked in the medical field in Bryan/College Station for 25 years. I'm from a small town in East Texas but moved here with my high school sweetheart, Craig, and we've made this our home since 1996. We have been blessed with three daughters who keep us entertained and active. My motto is "giving, caring, loving, sharing" and there is no better place to live that out each day than INSPIRE Physical Therapy.
Kelli Thornton, PT
Hi there! I am Kelli Thornton. I am a licensed Physical Therapist and a 1996 graduate of Texas State University’s Physical Therapy Program.
I have advanced training in dry needling, women’s health and am certified in Selective Functional Movement Assessment.
I have a heart for service and a passion for the practice of physical therapy. For 23 years I have been blessed to work in a field that affords me the opportunity to develop authentic, Christ-honoring relationships through the provision of innovative and individualized care. I am committed to helping each patient realize their full potential while celebrating and sharing in their successes along the way.
I am new to Inspire Physical Therapy but I am not new to this community. In the last 16 years, I have had the distinct honor to own a small private practice and to mentor some pretty awesome people along the way. Recently, however, God began moving me back to what he called me to do in the first place…and that was not pushing papers and crunching numbers in an office!
Stepping out in faith can be scary and is usually uncomfortable…but WOW! I could not have tailor picked a better place to finish out my career. I am excited to be a part of Inspire Physical Therapy, a team that puts loyalty, teamwork, stewardship, and accountability to practice.
My husband Mark and I have been married for 22 years and we are blessed with two sons, Braden and Zayne. After years of burning the candle at both ends and trying to do it all, It’s time for this girl to slow down, catch her breath and be present for each messy moment, because after all….home with these 3 guys and our dogs…that’s my most favorite place to be.
Maria Upton, Receptionist
Howdy! My name is Maria Upton. I have been a part of the Inspire team since January 2023. I graduated from Texas A&M University in 1994 and spent the next four years having a front row seat watching God move in the lives of college students through Breakaway Ministries right here in Aggieland. My husband, Matt, is also an Aggie graduate, class of 1995.
We have been happily married for 26 years and have been blessed with 3 incredible boys, Maxwell, Miller, and Mclaine and our sweet Maltipoo Penny Joy. Except for the first two years of our marriage, we have been at home in Aggieland since 1991. My favorite thing is being with my husband and my boys, doing anything as long as we are together! I wear many hats, but I am first and foremost a follower of Jesus Christ, and I desire to know God and make Him known. I love getting to know and praying for our patients and our Inspire team. Act 20:24 "However, I consider my life worth nothing to me, if only I may finish the race and complete the task the Lord Jesus has given me - the task of testifying to the gospel of God's grace."