Staff

Chris GoerlichChris Goerlich, PT, COMT
Physical Therapist

Chris attended St. Edward’s University in Austin, Texas where he obtained his Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology in 2000. While in college, Chris worked as a personal trainer for three years. He then completed his Master of Science in Physical Therapy from the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, Texas in 2004. Prior to graduation, Chris achieved the credentials of Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (2004 – 2008). Upon graduating, Chris began his professional career at the Texas Sports Medicine Center in Tomball, Texas where he worked for nearly 10 years before opening Propel Physical Therapy.

He is now currently enrolled in the Doctor of Science in Physical Therapy, ScD, offered through Texas Tech University in Lubbock, Texas and has completed all six extremity courses offered by the International Academy of Orthopaedic Medicine and achieved the credentials of Certified Orthopaedic Manual Therapist (COMT).

When not working, Chris enjoys spending time with his wife, Mari, and his quadruplets, Cohen, Noah, Finn & Sophia. He enjoys playing soccer and skateboarding and pretending he is still good at both.

 

Thu MaiThu Mai, PT, DPT
Physical Therapist

Thu attended the University of Houston from 2012-2016 where she obtained a Bachelors of Science in Biology and Kinesiology. Through UH, she participated in a study abroad program at a Special Needs School in South Africa; it was here she discovered her love for physical therapy! From Houston, Thu moved to Galveston to pursue her physical therapy degree at the University of Texas Medical Branch. She graduated in 2020 from UTMB with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy. Since graduation, Thu has worked with clients with orthopedic and sports related injuries, completed a Foundations in Dry Needling Course, and joined our team in January 2022.

Thu spends her free time exploring all the food Houston has to offer, hiking National Parks on her bucket list, and karaoking to Beyonce. She enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, eating spaghetti, and going on runs to burn it all off!

 

Christine copyChristine Shipman
Clinic Concierge

Funny title, but totally serious about helping you have a smooth, comfortable and fun experience at Propel Physical Therapy. Please feel free to contact me with any questions on insurance coverage, appointment scheduling, services provided or how to make the perfect mocha!