“Five stars. Hilary is incredible. I can’t imagine seeing anyone else. When I was recovering from surgery for breast cancer earlier this year, the surgeon said I would need physical therapy. I thought I would just sign on with a physical therapist from my tendonitis past. But the surgeon said, “No. For this, you need to see Hilary.” The surgeon was right. From the very first appointment, Hilary was like no one else, approaching my reluctant-to-move arms with skill, assurance and a seemingly endless supply of compassion. She was alert to even the smallest of detail, noticing, for example, when I couldn’t quite face another hospital gown. Your street clothes are fine, she said. She worked to make sure I had the appointments I needed—when I needed them. I think of her as providing the continuity of care I so desperately needed during those first weeks and months. Plus somehow —in the midst of everything, she had me laughing. Oh, and my arms moving. To any of my friends facing surgery, I say exactly to them what my surgeon said to me, ‘You need to see Hilary.’”

“Hilary was referred to me by a social worker at the Carol Ann Read Breast Center in Oakland, CA via a friend. I was suffering from lymphedema following shoulder surgery. After each session, I always felt better than when I had arrived. Hilary’s patience and empathy towards her clients reduces the stress level of treatment, and her diagnostic and manual physical therapy skills are excellent. She has her clients best interest at all times and makes many accommodations that not all physical therapists would do. I would absolutely recommend her to others. All around she is an excellent physical therapist!”

“I was referred to Chelsea by my oncologist, post- breast cancer treatment when I was experiencing painful side effects from aromatase inhibitors that were affecting my quality of life and making it difficult to work.

Chelsea met me with empathy and compassion. She did a thorough history and listened to my story and my challenges. I had no idea that I did not have to “just live with it” as a survivor. She talked about how we could address the pain I was experiencing, and even asked about other possible issues caused by treatment and surgery.

As part of my treatment, she suggested pelvic floor therapy, which I found intriguing, and working together we have improved my hands, pelvic pain, back pain, and even hand pain. Over time, the therapy I received from her changed my attitude and outlook as a cancer survivor. Chelsea is a treasure! I feel like a great physical therapist should be offered to all women as part of their post-cancer treatment. She has changed my life in such an amazing way, and I sing her praises to my entire care team and other survivors dealing with similar issues. She has given me so many tools to help myself, and they are some of the most important tools in my survivorship toolbox.”

“When I asked my plastic surgeon if there was anything I could do to help the healing process after my double mastectomy, he referred me to Hilary. I’m so grateful he did. Hilary is warm, friendly, personable and extremely knowledgeable in what she does. She made a very scary time in my life into something very positive and healing. Not only did she physically help the post surgical healing process but her attention to patient care was exceptional. I appreciated how she really listened to my concerns and goals. I would recommend Hilary to a friend or anyone undergoing a double mastectomy and reconstruction. So many women don’t know the benefits of lymphatic drainage massage PT post-mastectomy. I regained my full range of motion back quickly and had almost no scar tissue due to Hilary’s treatment plan and homework assignments.”

“I was referred to Hilary by UCSF Oncology Department, Berkeley Campus.

I had really been struggling with issues from a mastectomy and reconstruction surgery. I had tightness in my arm, limited mobility, and nerve issues to name a few. After my first visit with Hilary, I was hopeful that I could be helped. During my first visit, she asked me a lot of questions about diagnosis and my journey. It was clear that she wanted to understand everything about me as an individual patient. I knew that I was not going to get a one size fits all treatment. She then proceeded to describe how she would address my issues and immediately taught me easy things to do at home. The visit was hopeful and empowering.

Hilary is so knowledgeable about what happens to the body and tissue after a mastectomy and radiation and she takes the time to clearly explain what might be happening and how it can be addressed. It is rare to find a practitioner that will take the time to do this and she does so in such a calm and reassuring manner.

I appreciate Hilary’s ability to give effective treatment without it hurting! It is amazing. Her treatments are both strong and gentle. It is a miracle. She is truly gifted. I have some very, very tender nerves and she has managed to move tissue and lessen the nerves sensitivity over time. I never thought that could be achieved. It has changed my outlook and quality of life.

I could sing Hilary’s praises all day but I think it is understood that I am a fan. I am grateful to have found her to help me on my healing journey and I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a PT who will be responsive to their individual needs and help them heal. ”