T. R. Goins, MPT
T.R. is a physical therapist and co-owner of Abilitations Children's Therapy. She graduated from North Carolina State University in 1997 with a Bachelors degree in Zoology/Premed. She went on to receive her Masters degree in Physical Therapy from East Carolina University in 1999. T.R. has always been passionate about working with children with special needs beginning from a young age.
Her focus during graduate school was pediatrics through specialized rotations and course work. T.R. has practiced as a pediatric physical therapist for the past 9 years. She enjoys working with children with complex medical issues including neuromuscular diagnoses, birth traumas, orthotics, motor impairments, and global delays. T.R. also has extensive background and a passion for working with children with visual impairments. She was the P.T. for Governor Morehead School and Preschool for seven years. T.R. has presented inservices throughout the community on gross motor developmental trends in children with visual impairments.
T.R. is particularly interested in working with children with brachial plexus injuries since that is one of her specialty areas. She works closely with a team of specialists throughout the United States who fully understand and help children with this diagnosis.
T.R. is also very passionate about helping children excel in all areas that promote self confidence. She has established programs throughout Wake County through the years that have promoted integration for children with special needs.
T.R. feels strongly that children should be encouraged to focus on their wellness at a young age.