“My personal trainer referred me to Rise Performance, we had hit a point where my knee issues were limiting my ability to progress, and I had been dealing with back issues for 30 years. I was considering stopping skiing ,and I couldn’t hike or backpack down hill without excruciating knee pain, and as a woman in her 60’s staying active, and getting stronger is very important to me.

Drs Stephanie and Roy know what they are doing! Not only that, they collaborate with my trainers at Northwest Fitness Project and work as a team to help me achieve my goals. I’m hiking pain free, and Dr Stephanie has helped me break the cycle of my brain ‘over guarding’ my back, allowing me to dive into heavy RDLs and deadlifts and develop a strong, healthy back!”

- Amy Eggler

“A friend referred me to Dr. Stephanie at RISE. During the intake call, the practice’s philosophy really resonated with me. Dr. Stephanie’s & my schedules didn’t align, so I started working with Dr. Roy. I didn’t have an acute injury that was stopping me from doing what I wanted, but there were some minor twinges that had been lingering for months. The team’s thoughtful, holistic approach has been fantastic and effective. After working with Dr. Roy for about 4 to 6 weeks, I was feeling my best running in a year or more. I felt more free, stable, and comfortable flowing down technical downhill that I had in months. RISE Performance & Therapy has helped me bring the ease and fun back to movement!”

- Melissa Vaught

“Within 5 minutes of my free consultation with Dr. Stephanie Irwin, I knew I had found the healthcare we all wish we could have. — After seeing PTs and back specialists who always acted like I was a medical mystery and who just threw the classic "STRENGTHEN YOUR CORE" solution at my chronic back pain, being fully heard and seen by Dr. Irwin was so validating.

I got to really learn about my brain and how chronic pain not only presents in the body but why it happens. — the results are tangible even in the very slow healing process that comes with chronic pain.

For anyone who has been suffering from pain and unexplained causes of that pain, please just set up the free consultation with Dr. Steph. It will literally change your life.”

- Kayleigh Knapp

“I'm so grateful to Dr. Roy Parsons for helping me with my chronic neck pain. I'm a personal trainer and a dancer, and have experienced chronic pain, issues with hypermobility and have a very sensitive nervous system. I am really picky about who I seek out body support from and Roy has been incredible. He is thoughtful, curious, patient, supportive and truly invested in helping me get back to the movement I love. Thanks Roy!”

- Ana Puzycki

“Highly recommend Roy! Roy helped me with a wrist injury after falling off my bike. He assessed the severity of my injury and gave me immediate recommendations for how to integrate movement while managing pain. Roy is the best! Very thoughtful and really takes time to understand your injuries and provide an accurate diagnosis.”

- Valentina Rappa

“When i met with Dr. Stephanie Irwin in September 2024 I was in so much pain in my hips and legs. I spent months struggling and taking ibuprofen, assuming it was age related changes that I had to "get used to". An orthopedic specialist I saw recommended Stephanie. From our first consult/session Stephanie was able to explain my issues and teach me some exercises that helped me see immediate improvement. For the first time in months I had hope that this was my life for the next 25 years.

Fast forward to fall 2025, I was able to take a two week trip with my family involving miles of walking and carrying backpacks up and down hills, into an out of subway stations and through airports. Uh-mazing! All thanks to Stephanie's knowledge, professionalism and skill and with some of my own persistence and hard work! Don't hesitate to call RISE and get started on your own journey. You won't be disappointed.”

- Kristin Province

“Drs Stephanie and Roy are an amazing team. Their passion is for the patient to leave feeling better, and they have been successful in my case. They create personalized exercise plans and communicate them effectively. These doctors know what they are doing!”

- Anna Ioannides

“As a personal trainer for 20 years and an owner of NW Fitness Project, a personal training studio, Dr. Stephanie and her team at rise are, hands-down the best referral partner I’ve ever had.

I am confident that anytime I send a client to Stephanie, they are going to feel heard, she’ll understand they’re movement patterns inside and out, and will receive a plan on how to address it systematically and effectively.

The best part isn’t even her unmatched skill: she’s incredibly kind, principled, and deeply believes in the ability of everyone to overcome their movement challenges. She’s a diamond.”

- Kyle Davis

“Stephanie has been a fixture in the Seattle running community for years, offering injury prevention workshops and classes to keep us healthy while we hit the pavement.

Roy was a big help to me personally when I came to him with recurring calf/tendon pain. He led me through several mobility tests and strength-training exercises to help with stability and running form. Listen to your body y’all!”

- Chris Lunger

“I highly recommend Rise Physical Therapy. I originally came in for recurring knee pain that was severely limiting my movements and preventing me from reaching full expression in capoeira. Stephanie was fantastic because she took the time to explain the possible causes and, most importantly, got to the root cause of the issue. Thanks to her guidance and the education she provided, my knee pain is gone and has not returned. I greatly appreciated the clear plan and the accountability she built into my post-visit routine.

The whole experience was seamless, and the administrative support was the cherry on top! Tiffany provided quick and easy assistance with my superbilling paperwork, ensuring I was reimbursed easily and quickly. Excellent results and excellent service all around!”

- Lamarr Smith

“I cannot recommend Dr. Roy Parsons at RISE highly enough. I’ve had the privilege of working with Roy directly through multiple injuries, including two shoulder surgeries and, more recently, an adductor strain.

Roy is the kind of physical therapist who is genuinely invested in finding the root causes of what may be holding you back, rather than simply handing you a generic set of exercises and sending you on your way. He brings an exceptional level of knowledge, enthusiasm, and thoughtful problem-solving to his work.

His motivation is contagious, and he has a way of making you feel confident and excited to show up, put in the work, and make real progress. Beyond his clinical expertise, Roy is professional, approachable, and deeply committed to helping people return to the activities they love. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him to anyone looking for high-quality physical therapy care.”

- William Whelan

“Being an extreme sports athlete I’ve incurred many injury’s through the years. As a result I’ve had hands on experience with many physical therapist. Dr. Stephanie without a doubt is the best I’ve ever seen. She looks at the whole picture and doesn’t just get your smaller muscles to work again but helps you bridge the gap to be able to handle bigger muscle patterns and gets you back to be able to do the things that you love doing. To be able to fully return back to normal you have to be doing homework outside of your PT. She always makes sure she’s one step ahead updating what she’s having you do on your own every week.

Being a personal trainer myself for 20 years and understanding the body and movement as I do also has me looking through a different lens. I trust her not only with my own health but she’s also who I refer all my friends and clients to. I’ve seen her make such a difference in so many peoples life’s that I can’t recommend her enough.”

- Matthew Holland

“Stephanie has been a fixture in the Seattle running community for years, offering injury prevention workshops and classes to keep us healthy while we hit the pavement.

Roy was a big help to me personally when I came to him with recurring calf/tendon pain. He led me through several mobility tests and strength-training exercises to help with stability and running form. Listen to your body y’all!”

- Chris Lunger

“I had the pleasure of working with Roy Parsons to help me with an abdominal strain and I was really impressed with his diligence in getting to the heart of the issue and in providing an assertive set of exercises to help me get better and even found more general issues related to lumbar mobility to help me perform better overall. I was unable to run with my injury and he quickly got me back out and being active again. I also appreciated that Roy has the strength to do some effective physical manipulations on my body and that made a huge difference too. I got a lot of benefit from a six-session package that he offered and wouldn't hesitate to go back again if I have other injuries.”

- Eric Candell

“I’ve worked with many physical therapists over the years due to a stroke and a hand amputation, and without a doubt, Stephanie Irwin is the best I’ve ever had. She doesn’t just go through the motions—she truly understands my challenges and actively works to solve them. “Hands-down,” she’s the most skilled, compassionate, and effective PT I’ve ever seen.”

- Keri Andrews

“We believe Dr. Irwin has provided Marcia extraordinary opportunities to improve her condition with Parkinson's.

Dr. Irwin's ability, sensitivity and knowledge have provided Marcia the opportunity to improve her condition and give her something to look forward to where others have not been able to accomplish any such results. We really appreciate her professional attitude and willingness to be honest and straight forward with us.”

- Win Peterson

“Dr Stephanie is the 3rd PT I have tried, and I am extremely glad I found her. I wanted to find the best care possible, and in my opinion Rise is it. The Dr. made me feel understood and was thorough in her diagnosis. I suffer from some sciatica-like symptoms and life has felt so small! Knowing there are expert doctors out there like Dr. Stephanie gives me hope of a pain-free life.”

- Joe Farino

“I can’t think of anyone that I would trust more than Dr. Roy to help me recover from an injury or teach me how to make myself stronger. He is diligent, passionate about his work, and views wellness through a holistic lense. If you want a physical therapist who will really listen, view you as a whole person, and create an individualized care plan, then Roy is your guy. He understands the intersection between mental and physical health and is able to communicate about the body in a way that you can easily understand. Highly recommend.”

- Mary Taylor Goeltz