Trauma Informed Physical Therapy

Anthony L. Giannetta, PT, DPT, MS, CHC, is a distinguished Senior-Level Healthcare Executive and Physical Therapist with a 37-year track record in the healthcare industry. His career has been defined by his commitment to effective strategy, regulatory compliance, and leading positive organizational culture.

Mr. Giannetta's focus on Quality and Continuous Improvement and Risk Management provides a powerful lens for discussing the implementation of trauma-informed care (TIC). He specializes in establishing the foundational structures, including policy and procedure development, necessary to integrate TIC principles across all levels of a healthcare organization. His approach emphasizes accountability and execution, ensuring that the critical tenets of safety, trustworthiness, and patient empowerment are upheld in every clinical interaction.

Academically, Mr. Giannetta earned his Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from Temple University, his Master of Science Degree and his Bachelor of Science Degree in Physical Therapy from the University of Pittsburgh. He has further demonstrated his dedication to organizational excellence through certifications, including Certified Healthcare Compliance (CHC), Health Care Quality and Management (HCQM), and Six Sigma Green Belt.

He is eager to share his unique perspective on how executive vision, strong compliance, and quality oversight drive the shift to a truly patient-centered, trauma-informed model of physical therapy care. Lisa Giannetta, PT and Anthony L. Giannetta, PT, DPT, MS, CHC

Lisa Giannetta, PT, is a highly experienced physical therapist, clinician, and entrepreneur. With over 30 years in the field, she has provided comprehensive care across diverse environments, including outpatient orthopedics, neurological rehabilitation, acute care, and home-care settings.

Lisa currently leads her specialized private practice, Therapeutic Stretches, LLC, which is dedicated to total body wellness and providing individualized relief for patients with chronic pain. Her core clinical work involves one-on-one, hands-on stretching with a keen focus on the myofascial system. This deep clinical focus on the mind-body connection and the physical manifestation of stress in the fascial system provides a crucial perspective on trauma-informed care.

She understands that effectively treating chronic pain requires establishing trust and safety, ensuring the patient has full voice and choice in their personalized treatment plan. Lisa is dedicated to equipping clinicians with the tools to recognize and address the needs of patients for whom persistent pain may be linked to trauma. She earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in Physical Therapy from the University of Pittsburgh, graduating magna cum laude.