Brian Okarski: PT Aide
Lenore Filler Morrissey, MPT, OCS
Owner
Credentials: Lenore is a board certified specialist in orthopedics by the American Physical Therapy Association. She is one of only 462 recognized in the state of California. Her area of expertise includes manual therapy for all joints from head to toe. This includes foot problems to provide orthotic therapy and jaw assesment and treatment as well. As a long time athlete herself, she understands the importance of a thorough rehab program to enable patients at all levels to reach their goals.;
Education: Northwestern University
Being able to spend more than adequate time with each patient to create a personalized physical therapy plan so that goals are reached in a timely and successful fashion.
Hobbies: 27 years of play as a soccer goalkeeper including semi-professional, avid skiier, hiker with her favorite pal, Spencer (dalmatian-lab mix).
Lisa Fierstein, PT, DPT, OCS, CMP, NSCA-CPT, LMT
Staff Physical Therapist
Credentials: Lisa received her bachelor’s degree in physical therapy at California State University, Long Beach and her doctor of physical therapy degree at Arizona School of Health Sciences. She is a part time lecturer at CSULB and Mount St Mary’s College where she is currently sponsoring a doctoral thesis project studying the Mulligan taping technique for lateral ankle sprains. She ia a certified Mulligan practitioner and is certified to customize arch supports. Lisa engages in regular continuing education and recently passed her OCS, orthopedic certified specialist exam. Her holistic approach is head to toe and she is interested in the spectrum of human movement from injured to athlete. Lisa is also certified as a personal trainer through the NSCA and is a licensed massage therapist, believing strongly in continued care after physical therapy. In her spare time look for Lisa at the beach!;
Christina Card
Office Manager/Insurance Specialist
Credentials: Christina received her BA in Business Administration from National University in Irvine, California. Since then she has had numerous opportunities in which to use her knowledge in business such as owning her own restaurants (Quiznos). Since selling the restaurants, she and her husband have pursued other business interests and that is where Peak Performance comes into the picture. Christina started as a patient of Lenore’s back in 2006 after spraining her ankle while walking her dogs. As she and Lenore discussed the finer points of business ownership, Christina asked if there was anything she could do to help Lenore with her business and so she began working for Lenore in a limited capacity to help market the clinic to the area doctors. Since then her role as a “patient turned employee” evolved into a permanent position on a full-time basis as her Office Manager. When she is not at work you can find her walking her brood of Three (3) Boxers!!! Woof!!;
Brian Okarski received his AA degree from the College of Dupage. In 2009 he became EMT and CPR certified. Brian has an innate will to help people and is currently pursuing a career in physical therapy. In 2009 he sustained a running injury while training for a race. He gained a passion for physical therapy through his own experience with rehabilitation. After gaining his degree he moved to CA to further his education and pursue his goal of becoming a PT. In his free time he enjoys running, hiking, climbing, camping, gardening, cooking and spending time with his girlfriend in the natural beauty of southern CA.
Claire Brown, CMT : Massage Therapist
Claire is a massage therapist who prides herself on using holistic approaches to help with back pain, headaches, muscle aches, repetitive strain injury, circulatory and respiratory problems, post-injury issues, and general stress relief. Claire has found massage therapy to be beneficial in relieving stress via helping to lower hormone levels such as cortisol and also to enhance immune function. Claire is incorporating conscious language in her practice to empower her clients. She uses many techniques including craniosacral therapy, a gentle touch with healing power. Claire was introduced to yoga and meditation at the age of 15 and has since studied with John Friend the founder of Anusara Yoga. According to Claire we should all cherish every moment of our lives with every one we meet. Massage and yoga sessions are by appointment only. Claire can suit your massage and yoga needs whether it is your first session or if you consider yourself a veteran.
Appts.: (310) 569-2640













