evidence-based care to help you move better and recover faster.

Meet the Founders

PT, DPT, OCS, Founder

Dr. Mancheva is a board-certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist with a doctorate in physical therapy from USC and a B.S. in Animal Science from Cal Poly Pomona. She specializes in movement dysfunctions of the spine and extremities, blending advanced manual therapy with a functional, whole-body approach. With additional certifications in LeDuc Lymphedema management and bike fitting, she brings expertise in oncology rehab, sports medicine, and injury prevention, particularly for cyclists and young athletes. Driven by a passion for movement and recovery, she’s active in the community and always exploring new ways to help patients return to what they love.
Specialties
- Orthopedic rehabilitation (OCS)
- Movement system dysfunction
- Manual therapy
- Oncology rehab & lymphedema management
- Bike fitting & cycling injuries
- Sports medicine & injury prevention
- Functional movement analysis
PT, DPT, CSCS, Founder

Dr. Berard holds a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from NYU and a B.S. in Kinesiology from San Diego State University. With over 14 years of experience, he specializes in orthopedic rehab, sports medicine, and manual therapy. He is passionate about community health, teaching wellness and fall prevention at the Calabasas Senior Center, and leads injury prevention initiatives with local athletic groups. As a Titleist Performance Institute Medical Level 3 provider, he also works extensively with golfers to improve performance and longevity. Outside the clinic, he stays active with his wife and three daughters.
Specialties
- Orthopedic rehabilitation
- Sports medicine & performance
- Manual therapy
- Fall prevention & senior wellness
- Golf-specific rehab (TPI Certified)
- Injury prevention & movement screening
- Strength & conditioning (CSCS)

meet the experts

David Deisinger

PT, MPT
Dr. David Deisinger is a physical therapist with 20+ years’ experience in orthopedics and rehab. He’s dedicated to helping patients stay active and functional.
Orthopedic rehabilitation, Geriatric rehab, Parkinson’s treatment
(LSVT BIG certified)
Eric Bergman

PT, DPT
Dr. Eric Bergman, PT, DPT, delivers research-backed care with attentive listening, believing a positive mindset is key to pain management and recovery.
Evidence-based orthopedic rehab, Sports injury recovery, Mind-body connection in pain management
Nicole Nakhshekarian

PT, DPT, CLT
Dr. Nicole Nakhshekarian, a Taekwondo Master with 22+ years’ experience, combines martial arts and diverse movement in holistic care. She values mental imagery for healing and seeks to expand her neurology and wound care expertise.
Integrative therapy, Mind-body connection in rehabilitation, Lymphedema management (CLT certified)
Gilen Guenther

PT, DPT,
Dr. Gilen Guenther combines his background in elite soccer and clinical excellence to help patients move with confidence and reach their full potential. With a passion for sports medicine, he brings focused expertise to injury recovery and performance.
Athletic performance and return-to-sport, Sports injury rehab (ACL, UCL, post-op care)
Ali Berger

PT, DPT, CYT
Dr. Ali Berger is a physical therapist with a background in dance, horseback riding, and yoga. She focuses on mindful, movement-based care rooted in whole-person healing.
Orthopedic rehab, Pilates-informed therapy, Yoga-based movement therapy