Clinic Staff
Karen L. Ross, PT, DPT
Attended Texas Woman's University obtaining a BS in Psychology (1976) and BS in Physical Therapy (1978). Graduated Who's Who among students in American Universities & Colleges. Graduated January 2006 with Doctor of Physical Therapy from Boston University.
Over 30 years experience in orthopedic physical therapy private practice. Owner of Ross Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation, LLP since 1983.
Received Small Business of the Year Awards from Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce in 1990 as well as from the Small Business Administration in 1991. Joint ventured with faith-based health care system from 1994 to 2005 to developed therapy services across the continuum of care for 6 hospitals, 9 outpatient clinics, rehab, skilled and home care. Returned to private practice in 2006 forming Affiliated Therapy Group Practice, Inc.
Currently serving as President/CEO of AThGP which is a therapist owned private practice which contracts to provide therapy services for a local healthcare system. This contract allows our therapist to maintain their ability to perform as private practitioner but in the acute care setting which is consistent with the APTA Vision 2020 statement regarding autonomous practice for physical therapists.
On a personal note, enjoys working in the yard, maintaining a 3 acre homestead with a koi pond and deer feeder within view of the dinner table. Also the loving mother of three Persian cats.
Lynn Schauster, PT, DPT
Has been a physical therapist since 1992. She graduated from Maryville University in St. Louis, Missouri with her Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy and most recently finished her Clinical Doctorate in Physical Therapy through Boston University in January 2006. Lynn has been practicing physical therapy in Corpus Christi, Texas with her focus being treating musculoskeletal orthopedic conditions. She is also active in the community including volunteering for the Diabetes and American Heart Association walks and also gives local talks to community organizations on common orthopedic conditions seen in therapy and preventative exercises. She believes in using evidence-based practices when treating clients which includes not only what is published in the literature but also what has achieved the best results in her past experience, and most importantly incorporating what the client's values and beliefs are that will help them achieve improved quality of life.
On the personal side, Lynn enjoys vacations around the U.S. to enjoy the outdoor landscape it has to offer as well as exercising to stay healthy and reading John Grisham novels. In her free time she loves to take her two lovable dogs, Jordan and Enzo, for walks around the neighborhood.
Anita M. Spreen, OT, LLCC
Attended the University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas, Anita received a Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy. She began her practice in the school setting with severely disabled children moving to the hospital to continue treating the orthopedic and neurologically disabled. In 1995, she moved into the private practice setting treating orthopedic injuries of the upper extremities. Anita has worked 25 years as an Occupational Therapist and has been practicing in Corpus Christi since 1983.
Anita recently completed her certification in Complex Decongestive Physiotherapy(CDP) and Manual Lymphatic Drainage(MLD) thru the Upledger Institute, Inc. She looks forward to educating the general public in the treatment and prevention of lymphedema.
Anita has been married to Phil, the most understanding husband, for the past 19 years. They have 2 teenage sons who are active in sports. Anita enjoys golf, traveling, reading, and watching her sons participate in sports. She is an active member of the Southside Rotary and is involved in the community.
Mariah Henderson, MPT, CPI
Obtained her Master of Physical Therapy from Old Dominion University in 1998. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Physical Education and Sports Sciences from The University of Chapel Hill-North Carolina. She is certified in Pilates Reformer, Tower, Mat and is a Gyrotonic Level I apprentice.
Mariah specializes in Pilates and Gyrotonic-based rehab techniques, focusing on core stabilization, postural re-education, proper breathing, balance, flexibility and strengthening of the spine and extremities. "Anybody can do some form of Pilates!" says Mariah. She subscribes to Joseph Pilates' philosophy of "20-30 minutes a day for life." Having lived with scoliosis (curvature of the spine), Mariah maintains that Pilates and Gyrotonic have been her solution to the imbalances created by the spinal curvatures. With her patients, she addresses whole body balancing, while treating specific areas of the body since an imbalance creates a specific orthopedic issue in the first place.
As a single mom of three boys, Mariah appreciates living on the island, the Corpus Christi climate, and enjoying our beautiful beaches with her boys and her fiancé. Her leisure time is usually spent at the beach with family and friends surfing, body boarding, and making sand castles.
Margaret A. Arriaga, Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
Margaret graduated in 1977 from the University of Texas Medical Branch School of Allied Health Sciences/Galveston College PTA program with an Associate of Applied Science. She is a dedicated, motivated and skilled PTA with over 33 years of healthcare experience and expertise in a variety of settings including acute care in hospital, home health, outpatient musculoskeletal, and outpatient orthopedics. She performs patient treatments under the general supervision of the Physical Therapist.
Margaret specializes in orthopedic spine problems, osteoporosis and women's health. She enjoys reading therapy journals and attending continuing education classes to keep up-to-date with current evidence based practices. She belongs to the Orthopedic, Geriatric sections of the American Physical Therapy Association. She enjoys educating and improving peoples' quality of life.
She was married in 1977 and has 3 sons. She has lived in Corpus Christi, Texas for over 30 years. Margaret enjoys camping, hiking, biking, traveling, stamp/rock collecting, but mostly spending time with her family.
Candace Loosemore-Licensed Massage Therapist
Is a Licensed Massage Therapist that joined Affiliated Therapy Group Practice in October 2006. She was born and raised here in Corpus Christi, Texas. She has a little boy that was born in 2007 that is the love of her life. Her husband, Lonnie Loosemore, also born and raised in Corpus Christi is currently working for the Corpus Christi Fire Department.
She specializes in back, neck, and shoulder issues. She received her certification in Medical Massage treating injuries such as frozen shoulder, whiplash and sciatica. She also specializes in Pregnancy Massage and Swedish massage for the everyday working client that just needs to take time to relax.
Sabas Montelongo-Licensed Massage Therapist
Has been a massage therapist for over 4 years. He was raised in California and has lived in Corpus Christi, Texas for over 15 years. He previously worked in a spa setting where he specialized in back, neck, shoulder and pregnancy massages. He is also knowledgeable in body treatments, body wraps and polishes.
Sabas has experience in hot stone therapy, trigger point therapy, sports massage and stretching. One of his long term goals is to pursue a career in physical therapy. Since joining Affiliated Therapy Group Practice, he also performs medical massages.
Sabas' main objective when treating clients is to make them feel 110% better than when they came in. And Sabas... is overall a very nice guy!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Brigitte M. Willott, CFO
Brigitte grew up in Portland, Texas where she and her family reside today. She graduated from Texas A&M University Corpus Christi in 1998 with a Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting degree. She has worked in various industries to include HVAC, automotive, insurance and healthcare where she has been since 2001. She enjoys the ever changing world of healthcare and the challenges it presents. Her current roll as CFO of Affiliated Therapy Group Practice, Inc. keeps her motivated and challenged to keep the company on the right track.
She is married to a Portland Firefighter and has two wonderful children that keep her busy outside of work. She enjoys traveling, visiting her mom in the Cayman Islands, being with friends, crossfit, and mostly being with her family.
Kim Kots-Business Office Manager
Born and raised in Iowa and has lived in Corpus Christi, Texas since 1984. She graduated from Del Mar college in December 2007 with her Associates in Applied Science degree in Accounting. She is married with one son.
Kim has worked in the business office of several physical therapists during the time she lived here. Most of her experience has been in filing insurance claims and appeals, but is more than happy to help our patients with their other insurance questions.
Kim had back surgery in 2010 and was treated here at Affiliated. So she says, "I can highly recommend the therapist!"
LaToya Lawson (Toya) - Front Office Specialist
LaToya was born and raised in Corpus Christi, Texas, and graduated from Richard King H.S. in year 2003. She has worked as a Front Office Specialist in the Medical field for 10 years, and loves it.
She enjoys traveling, going to the beach, and spending time with her family and friends especially her three year old daughter Kiana.
Mauricio Cantu Jr, Retail Manager & Certified Shoe Fitter
A native of Corpus Christi, "Maui" as he likes to be called is a graduate of the Del Mar College Physical Therapist Assistant Program 2003. He is also Carroll High grad 1988 where he varsitied in cross country and track. He attended Texas –Pan American from 1990-1995 pursuing a business degree in Computer Information Systems and was a walk-on in cross country and track earning a scholarship from 1991-1992. Maui has been running since his elementary days at Sacred Heart catholic school in 1981.
Maui's favorite hobbies are fishing, running, computer building. He was also involved as a youth sponsor at his church providing guidance to young individuals who needed a big brother. Maui's favorite football team is the Washington Redskins rain or shine he is there alone on one side of the couch where he gets together at friends houses or family…he takes it in stride as he says and enjoys it most when his favorite team beats those hated cowboys.
GO SKINS!!!!!!!!!
