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Our Staff

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Valerie  Hodgson PT, DPT, NCPT, LMT

 

Valerie Hodgson opened this clinic in August of 2008.  Val is a  Physical Therapist, Massage Therapist and a Pilates Instructor. She received her undergraduate Physical Therapy training at Northeastern University graduating in 1992, Massage Therapy training at Bancroft School of Massage Therapy graduating in April of 2002, a transitional Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Simmons College in June of 2006 and most recently graduated from Polestar Pilates completing her training in rehab Pilates in July of 2007. She is also a certified Pilates Instructor through the Pilates Method Alliance. Val had the pleasure of working as an educator for Polestar Pilates. Please never hesitate to contact Val with any questions you may have regarding Physical Therapy, or Pilates training using the contact information below.

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Dan Hodgson​ BS, BA

 

Dan was able to join the practice full time in May of 2009 becoming the office manager and taking over all of the office work. He is able to meet the challenge of the ever changing rules of the different health care companies head on with a positive and patient attitude that makes their office run smooth. If you are in need of therapy and unsure if we take your insurance please do not hesitate in contacting the office and talk to either Val or Dan at 508-822-1135. We are happy to answer any questions.

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Diane Cordeiro PT, OCS, CFMT, NCPT

Diane Cordeiro graduated from Bowdoin College with a bachelors in Biology in 1982 and then received a master's in physical therapy from Emory University in 1985. In 1996, Diane was certified as an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist from the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialists. In 1999, she was certified as a functional manual therapist (CFMT™) from the Institute of Physical Art. Diane has been treating in outpatient for over 25 years.  Diane began taking pilates classes in 2009, she was so pleased with the changes in her own body that she began instructor training.  Diane graduated from Polestar Pilates in 2012 and became a certified pilates instructor through the Pilates Method Alliance. Diane was awarded the 2022 Award for Outstanding Achievement in a Clinical Practice by the Massachusetts Chapter of the APTA (American Physical Therapy Association).

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Heather Danton NCPT

 

Heather graduated from the Polestar Comprehensive Series training in 2014 and is now a certified Pilates instructor through the Pilates Method Alliance. Heather has always been very active as a runner, cyclist and dancer. She danced with Spindle City Ballet in Fall River for 6 years and has practiced several forms of yoga for over 8 years. Heather has experienced the benefits of Pilates first-hand, coming to Hodgson PT and Pilates originally as a patient following back surgery. Heather is particularly excited to share what she has learned from her Polestar training to build strength, flexibility, coordination and confidence through Pilates

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Doreen Quinn LMT

 

Doreen Quinn has been licensed as a massage therapist and nationally certified in therapeutic massage and bodywork since 2007.  She soon developed a passion for fascial work through her case studies in real time in myofascial body work.  in 2010, she completed an intermediate course of study in connective tissue and myofascial therapy.
As a Berkley resident for over 25 years, she has participated in many local fundraisers, wellness fairs, school and corporate events.  Her focus is on providing a safe and comfortable environment to help you alleviate pain and combat the increasing levels of stress in today's society.

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