Being the best Physical Therapist possible means being able to connect with people.
The best Physical Therapist you’ll find isn’t someone who talks endlessly about patient care techniques, but rather someone who listens. We assembled our clinical team based not only on qualifications, but also by seeing our therapy providers’ abilities to connect with their patients.
We are always seeking energetic, dedicated Physical Therapists and Physical Therapist Assistants to add to our clinical team. Learn More!
Robert D Benedict, PTA, Partner Physical Therapist Assistant/ Clinic Director Powell location/ASTYM
Clinical Experience: Robert earned his Associate of Physical Therapist Assistant, Magna Cum Laude, from Roane State Community College in 2014 and his Associate in Allied Health and Science from Roane State Community College in 2013, Suma Cum Laude. Since graduation, Robert has treated many patients with a focus on orthopedic rehabilitation, spinal rehabilitation, aquatics, wound care, and vestibular reeducation. Additionally, Robert served in the United States Army for 10+ years as a member of the elite 3/75 Ranger Regiment where he excelled as a non-commissioned officer. Serving during the Global War on Terrorism, Robert was discharged honorably with numerous awards and decorations. Robert enjoys hiking with his wife and two children and loves sharing photos of nature’s beautiful waterfalls with his patients. Robert’s Vision: To coach, guide, mentor, and inspire each patient to make lifestyle changes to facilitate a decrease in pain and a gain in function so that they may go out and appreciate God's glory.
Jason D Martin, PTA, Partner Physical Therapist Assistant/ASTYM
Clinical Experience: Jason earned his Physical Therapist Assistant degree at Walters State Community College in 2000. Before that, he earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Business from East Tennessee State, where he played football as a starting running back. Faith and fitness have always been at the forefront of Jason’s life. After graduating with his PTA degree, he has worked at and managed, a skilled nursing facility, inpatient rehab at the University of Tennessee, and owned/ shared partnership in an outpatient facility. Jason’s many years and practice in multiple settings have made him a wealth of knowledge and skill. Jason specializes in stroke and neuro re-education, orthopedics, wound care, vestibular correction/training, and athlete rehabilitation. After working for "big box therapy" Jason decided to start his own Christian-based treatment facility. Jason’s goal was to start a company where the patients and their needs are the first priority. He firmly believes in treating to standard, not to time. He also believes that a solid patient education is a foundation for establishing a quality relationship and the foundation to a successful therapeutic experience. Jason’s Vision: To provide a rehabilitation experience that is personal and catering to each patient's needs specifically. He accomplishes his vision for each patient by listening, displaying compassion, using education to establish trust, and developing a relationship to facilitate a long-lasting impact upon each patient and our community.
Dr. Steven Elliott has a passion for Health and Wellness.
Clinical Experience: This led him to Samford University earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science in 2003 and Washington University in St. Louis earning a Doctor of Physical Therapy in 2006. He has almost 2 decades of experience treating patients in outpatient physical therapy settings. Dr. Elliott gained advanced certification in manual therapy as a Certified Manual Therapist, allowing him to provide personalized hands on care to each and every patient. He shares his expertise with his colleagues through mentoring young professionals and disseminating peer reviewed evidence related to his clinical practice. Dr. Elliott wrote a chapter in “Orthopeadic Management for the Physical Therapy Assistant” on Rheumatoid Disorders and recently published in the official journal of the American Physical Therapy Association on vital signs.
Dr. Elliott has a devotion, skill, and experience treating a variety of patient conditions including post surgical, vertigo/dizziness, balance, chronic pain, and every region of the body from neck pain and headaches to foot and ankle pain. Outside of the clinic, he enjoys spending time with his wife and 2 daughters and playing basketball, exercising, and traveling.
Christopher Donoher
Clinical Experience: Chris grew up in Michigan and moved to Knoxville in 202. He graduated from Macomb Community College with an associates in applied science. He enjoys focusing on outpatient orthopedic patients. He enjoys football, basketball and overall health and wellness. Chris's passion is well living, healthy lifestyle choices and motivating others to better themselves.
Kristyn Johnson
Clinical Experience: My name is Kristyn Johnson. I have been with Max Kids since graduating from the PTA program at Roane State in 2020. I enjoy building relationships with our patients and families and watching each child bloom with confidence. In my spare time, I enjoy spending quality time with my family and friends enjoying the little things in life.
Janna Inso
Clinical Experience: My name is Janna Inso and I am a PTA here at Max Potential. I have had the privilege of working for this company in different locations for over 6 years. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from the University of Tennessee and an Associates of Applied Science from Roane State Community College. My passion for this field of practice started when I was a teenager, as I watched my best friend go through an intensive PT recovery from a hip surgery after injuring herself in gymnastics. Her life was given back to her, and since then I’ve worked to be a part of something like that.
In my free time, you can find me hiking in the mountains, traveling with my family, or exploring Knoxville’s local shops and restaurants. A fun fact about me is that I have ridden in a hot air balloon over the Grand Canyon and swam with whale sharks in the Philippines! I believe the best thing about being a PTA is the continual opportunity to apply my passion and focus toward improving quality of life as well as all the meaningful friendships I’m privileged to make along the way.
Amberly Bruce
Clinical Experience: Amberly Bruce is originally from Chattanooga, TN. Graduated from Loma Linda University in California with her doctorate in physical therapy and attended residency at A.T Still University in Arizona as a Board Certified Neurological Clinical Specialist
(NCS). Amberly is a specialist in neurological disorders including but not limited to vestibular disorders, Parkinson’s Disease, stroke recovery and spinal cord injuries. She is also a part time adjunct professor at South College in Knoxville in the Physical Therapy Department. She enjoys hosting and mentoring students as an advocate of the profession.
Andrew Baker
Clinical Experience: Andrew Baker graduated with honors in 2019 from South College. He has extensive experience working with diverse patient populations ranging from pediatrics,
professional athletes and the geriatric population. Prior to entering healthcare, Andrew spent 7 years on active duty in the U.S. Coast Guard. In his free time Andrew enjoys spending time with his beautiful wife and daughter.
Chelsea Powers
Clinical Experience: Chelsea Powers has worked as a PTA since 2016 and has been with Max Potential since 2018. She enjoys treating a variety of musculoskeletal conditions, including SI dysfunction and neck pain. In addition to these, Chelsea plans to pursue training in women’s health and in treating pelvic floor dysfunctions. When she isn’t at the clinic, Chelsea spends her time with her husband and young son.
Jennie Leman
Clinical Experience: Jennie Leman received her Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from Maryville College in 2015 and her Masters of Occupational Therapy from Spalding University in 2018. She is registered with the NBCOT and has completed fieldwork in a variety of settings. Before joining Max Potential, she worked in long term acute care with adults who were weaning off the ventilator. At Max Potential she primarily works with children birth-18 years, but also treats adults as needed. Her primary focus is to help children and families be as independent as possible and live life to the fullest. When she is not at work she enjoys being outdoors and spending as much time as possible with her family.
Susan Daugherty, PT, OCS, CIMT
Clinical Experience: Susan Daugherty, PT, OCS, CIMT graduated from of University of Kentucky with a Bachelor of Health Science and Masters in Physical Therapy in 2002. She has over 22 years of experience in outpatient physical therapy and has had opportunities to become certified in many valuable niches in rehabilitation. Susan became APTA Board Certified in Orthopedics in 2007 and recertified again in 2017. She was certified in ASTYM tool-assisted scar tissue treatment in 2004. Next, she went through a series of 10 courses for manual treatment and passed a national exam to become a Certified Integrative Manual Therapist in 2010. She also became a certified in Integrative Dry Needling in 2014. Susan also has training in vestibular and concussion rehabilitation and enjoys treating the entire body from head to toe. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her husband, two children and Boston Terrier. She loves to travel, read, exercise and watch her kids in their various sporting activities.
Justin Moore
Clinical Experience: Justin Moore, originally from Gary Indiana has lived in TN since 2010. Justin graduated from the University of Tennessee Chattanooga in 2018 with a Bachelors of Science in Health & Human Performance: Exercise Science. He has been a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant since 2021 from South College, in addition to being a clinician he is also a Certified Personal Trainer and Corrective Exercise Specialist through NASM. Justin has a strong passion for fitness and sports, he enjoys any and all basketball related activities with his favorite team being the Chicago Bulls. Other hobbies include playing with his pitty Rocko, online gaming, and watching anime.
Caitlin Souther, PT, DPT
Clinical Experience: Caitlin received her Bachelor of Exercise Science degree at Taylor University and her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Cleveland State University. Caitlin started working at Max Potential seeing various orthopedic diagnoses, such as status-post joint replacements, back pain, neck pain, joint pain, gait/balance deficits, aquatic therapy, vestibular issues, lymphedema, pediatrics, and more.
Caitlin has her Pelvic Floor Level 1 and Level 2a certifications through Herman & Wallace Pelvic Health Institute to see women specific pelvic health diagnoses. Caitlin is experienced in evaluating and treating patients dealing with urinary and fecal incontinence, constipation, SI dysfunction, pelvic organ prolapse, endometriosis, pelvic pain, prenatal/postpartum populations and more. Caitlin shows compassion when working with her patients and is dedicated to look beyond a patient’s diagnosis in order to provide individualized care.
Legacy Bussell, PTA
Clinical Experience: My name is Legacy Bussell, PTA and I have been practicing since 2021. I have experience with both pediatrics and ortho adults. I have been doing aquatics PT since I graduated in 2021 and continue to enjoy this type of setting. I enjoy visiting different zoos and learning about different types of animals. You will also find me spending most of my weekends hiking with my family and friends looking for wildlife and flowers.
Brittany Holland, COTA
Clinical Experience: My name is Brittany Holland, COTA and I have been practicing since 2019. I have worked in the school system and now work with outpatient pediatrics along with special needs adults. I have two children who I enjoy spending time with. I am also a "crazy cat lady" and absolutely love them
Heather
Clinical Experience: Heather says she has "the best job in the world" because our work changes kids' whole lives, giving them their best start possible. Her passion is targeting early interventions for infant brain development, and catching kids up on their childhood milestones. "These kids are brave and inspiring...How can I not give them my all?"
Heather loves exploring the outdoors, playing with plants or adventuring with her family.
Al Fuentes
Clinical Experience: Al Fuentes has been practicing Physical Therapist with over 20 years of experience in a myriad of Clinical/Sport Settings. Accomplished Professional Certifications in: Manual Therapy (UNIVERSITY OF ST. AUGUSTINE), Health/Fitness Instructor (AMERICAN COLLEGE OF SPORTS MEDICINE), Clinical Specialist in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy (AMERICAN BOARD OF PHYSICAL THERAPY SPECIALTIES).