Dr. Nicole Garlit, PT, DPT, OCS

Performance Physical Therapist

As an athlete and dancer, Dr. Nicole was always fascinated by the human body. She decided to combine her passion for helping others with her love for exercise and pursue a profession in movement science. She received her doctorate in physical therapy from UCSF/SFSU. She completed a residency through Kaiser Northern California and became a board certified Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist (OCS). While Dr. Nicole enjoys treating people from all backgrounds and walks of life, her special interests include running and weightlifting injuries, chronic pain, and knee pain.

Dr. Nicole understands that each person's journey is unique, which is why she takes the time to listen to your story and create a personalized treatment plan just for you. She will work with you to get you back to the things you love, and beyond.

During her spare time, she enjoys the outdoors, running, weight lifting, yoga, traveling and spending time with her husband, 2 kids, and Yorkie, Kona.

  • B.S. Kinesiology/Neuroscience minor, University of San Francisco

  • Doctor of Physical Therapy, UCSF/SFSU

  • Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist, American Board of PT Specialties

  • CPR/BLS, American Heart Association

  • Movement & Mobility Specialist, The Ready State

  • Blood Flow Restriction Certification, Owens Recovery Science

  • Myofascial Decompression Certification, Cup Therapy

  • Clinical Running Health, Integrated Movement Health

  • Moment Foundations (Lower Body)- Moment Education

Degrees & Certifications:

Dr. Ricky Cheng, PT, DPT, SCS, CSCS

Performance Physical Therapist

Dr. Ricky received his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Columbia University in New York, New York and a Bachelor’s Degree in Integrative Biology and Physiology from UCLA.

Ricky was born and raised in Honolulu, Hawaii, where his passion for tennis and an active, athletic lifestyle inspired his path toward a career in healthcare and ultimately physical therapy. He is dedicated to empowering and educating his clients throughout the rehabilitation process while creating an environment centered on trust, collaboration, and individualized 1-1 care. Guided by the spirit of “aloha,” Ricky brings compassion, positivity, and genuine connection to every patient relationship. His goal is to help each client confidently return to the activities, hobbies, and pursuits that are meaningful to them, regardless of the challenge or intensity. Through it all, one thing is certain: there will always be a smile on his face.  

In his free time, Ricky loves exploring Northern California nature with his fiancee and two dogs, being involved in tennis and pickleball, working out, being a semi-retired amateur Marathon runner and cooking new recipes.