Who we are
Kelsey Jonas, PT, DPT, CCRT
Dr. Kelsey graduated from the University of Delaware in 2013 with a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science and a concentration in Exercise Physiology. She went on to earn her Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree from Northeastern University in Boston, MA and shortly thereafter, relocated to Portland, OR. After practicing in outpatient orthopedics and sports medicine for over 2 years, Dr. Kelsey became aware of a growing need for canine physical therapy.
Dr. Kelsey decided to combine her physical therapy knowledge with her love of dogs and completed her certification in canine physical therapy from the Canine Rehabilitation Institute. Her desire to reach this canine population led to the establishment of Canine PT and Me, implementing rehabilitation and wellness for dogs to help them return to their activities.
In her free time, Dr. Kelsey enjoys exploring restaurants and craft breweries in the greater Portland area. She is an active gym member and participates in rock climbing, yoga, running, hiking, and she loves to travel. She is also an advocate for local dog rescues in the Portland-metro area.
Lauren Bacsalmasi, PT, DPT, CCRT
Dr. Lauren studied general biology at the University of Sydney and the University of Washington prior to completing her Doctorate in Physical Therapy at Franklin Pierce University in 2019. At the Canine Rehab Institute, Dr. Lauren learned to combine her passion for dogs with her extensive knowledge in physical therapy. Dr. Lauren joined Canine PT and Me with a mission to help improve the quality of life of as many dogs as she can.
Dr. Lauren spends most of her weekends hiking and swimming with her own dogs. She travels frequently, and she loves exploring new countries. She loves meditation, yoga, arts and crafts, going to the gym, watching movies, drinking coffee and tea with friends, and spending time in the water.
Kaylena Binkerd, Client Manager
Kaylena is our Client Manager and she was born and raised in Oregon. She graduated from Portland State University with a degree in Health Studies and a concentration in physical activity and exercise. She is a certified personal trainer and wedding planner and is attending physical therapy school.
In her free time, she enjoys spending time with friends and family, volunteering with the children’s ministries at her church, hiking, and watching Chicago Cubs baseball. She is looking forward to helping Dr. Kelsey grow her practice and get to know all of her canine patients!
Brittany Ables, Client Experience Specialist
I was born in North Carolina and moved to Oregon in my teenage years. I graduated Rex Putnam High School. I’ve spent most of my early adulthood doing customer service but always had a deeper calling to help others.
When my pup Liilu got diagnosed with a CCL tear and a soft tissue sarcoma in the same leg, we made the unthinkable decision to amputate before her cancer spread. At this time, we were unaware of the benefits/availability to canine physical therapy. I am so grateful to be a part of a team that works tirelessly in helping these dogs heal from injuries, increasing their quality of life, and educating pawrents on how to best care for their dogs. I now feel like I am able to help these pups in a way that I wasn’t able to help my own.
What Pawrents Say
“My dog had bilateral MPL surgery at 8 months old. Dr. Kelsey Jonas was very instrumental to his exceptional recovery. She was very thorough, committed, and most of all caring to my black lab Otis! Thank you so much Dr. Jonas!!”
–Andrea V, Otis’ mom
“Dr. Kelsey is amazing! She helped our dog Pam immensely! She’s kind, gentle, and can get creative when it comes to getting the job done! She earned Pam’s trust quickly and helped heal an injury that was not going away on its own. I cannot recommend Canine PT them enough!!”
–Robin E, Pam’s mom
“We took our elderly pup to Kelsey and it was a wonderful experience. She helped our little guy so much. His walking was much improved after only a couple of visits. We highly recommend her. She is caring and really knows her stuff.”
–Kathy Z, Henry’s mom