Michelle Diamond, PT, PCS
Michelle Foosaner Diamond is a pediatric physical therapist and the founder of CTA. Over the last 20+ years, Michelle has been in the Bay Area working exclusively in the specialty field of pediatric therapy. She completed her gradate work at the University of California in San Francisco, and is a Board Certified Pediatric Clinical Specialist. Michelle has experience working in a variety of settings throughout the Bay Area and specializes in treating babies and young children with developmental delays, neuromuscular and/or genetic disorders, torticollis and plagiocephaly. Michelle is passionate about her work, and truly thinks outside the box to find the best ways to support her patients and their families. Additionally, she continually strives to immerse herself in the special needs community. In addition to her private work, Michelle treats babies and young children at Stanford Children's Health/Lucile Packard Children's Hospital. Michelle served on the Board of Directors for Support for Families of Children with Disabilities in San Francisco for over 5 years, and is a member of the Association of Pediatric Therapists here in the Bay Area.Angel Hsieh, PTA
Angel Hsieh, PTA, completed her graduate work in physical therapy here in the Bay Area as well. Angel has experience working with children in varying settings, and currently sees children at school or in the clinic in South San Francisco. Angel is the mother of two young ones herself, so she knows what it means to families when she goes the extra mile to bring in new and motivating toys and games. Angel is always thinking of new and innovative ways to challenge even the youngest children in a way that is both fun and rewarding. She and Michelle have worked together over the last 8 years to develop collaborative treatment plans for children.Nikki Hart, PTA
Nikki Hart, PTA graduated from Ohlone College in 2015, earning her associate degree for Physical Therapist Assistant. She has clinical experience in the outpatient setting with both adults and pediatrics. Nikki spent over 4 years working in acute care at Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital, and has extensive training and experience helping kids of all ages with a wide range of diagnoses. Nikki engages her patients in activities that are fun and motivate them to reach their goals. She has found her passion, specializing in pediatrics, and is quick to gain trust and build bonds with both patients and their families. She is patient and compassionate and puts her heart into every session. Nikki had moved away from the Bay Area for some time, and we are thrilled to have her back.