ABOUT US
Taylor Therapy Center was established in 1983 by a group of professionals committed to helping people more effectively manage life changes.
The professionals at Taylor Therapy Center are collectively concerned about helping the total person. By joining together in a multi-disciplinary group practice, we are able to provide a unique therapeutic setting in which we can use our skills and varied backgrounds to promote physical, emotional and spiritual well being.
The idea of client-therapist collaboration is essential to our work. We stress the active participation and involvement of individuals and families in planning and managing their health care programs. Indeed, collaboration is critical to accomplish our primary goal of providing quality health care in the most effective and individualized manner possible. Learning to listen to one's body and thus better care for oneself is a cornerstone principle of our practice.
Clients may elect to participate in one or more of the services we offer. While we offer service to individuals in each of our areas of specialty, we also provide individual and group programs that integrate services in such areas as coping better with stress, fitness for the weekend athlete, back care, and touch as contact and support. Combined services also are available for special individuals who suffer from chronic disease and debilitating problems. Family members and/or friends are encouraged to be part of the therapeutic process for people with especially debilitating conditions or terminal disorders.
OUR SERVICES
The Physical Therapy Examination and Evaluation
What to expect when you see the physical therapist for the initial examination visit
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Paperwork that includes a health history and legal forms required by federal and state government.
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Taking of vital signs.
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Verbal review of health history and nutritional behaviors.
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History and pertinent information about the presenting problem.
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Physical examination that is appropriate for the presenting problem might include:
Measurements of Range of Motion
Strength Testing
Joint Mobility Testing
Balance Testing/Assessment
Gait Evaluation
Functional Activity Assessment
And any additional tests or measurements that will help the therapist discover the underlying problem.
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Discussion with visual aids to describe the problem that becomes a treating diagnosis.
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Description of the recommended treatment procedures and modalities.
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Development of goals.
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Answer questions.
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Schedule treatment sessions.
Time needed for initial examination is an hour to an hour and a half.
Years in private practice
Happy Patients & Clients
Years of combined experience
Happy Staff
OUR STAFF
Joan-Alice Taylor, Psy D, P.T., L.P.C, FABDA, CBT
Physical Therapist, Psychotherapist, Owner
Lucy C. Marchigiano, B.S., P.T.A.
?Physical Therapist Assistant, Office Manager
Randy Miles Psy.D., L.P.C.
Psychotherapist
Erin P. Lindsay
Accounts Receivable/Collections Specialist
Suzanne M. Baillargeon, P.T.A.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Stephen C. Bailen, M.S.
Medically Supervised Gym Supervisor,
Advertising Manager/Website Master
Daniel M. Vala
Physical Therapist Aide
Mariah G. Tuthill, B.S., P.T.A.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Amy Carlson L.M.T.
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Licensed Massage Therapist
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Administrative Assistant
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Andrea Callahan
Physical Therapist Aide
If you ever need physical therapy, this is the place you need to be! Joan and her staff really know what they're doing and they care about all their patients. They are amazing! Thanks for putting me back together!
-Linda O.-
Taylor Therapy Center is the absolute best therapy center I have ever been to and I have been to sooooo many in my life!!! They have taken such great care of me there!!! I see my buddy, Lucy, who I adore!!! Lucy has kept me moving, literally and figuratively!! Without Lucy constantly tweaking my joints and muscles, I know I would not be walking and moving as good as I am at this point!!! She is the best!!! Joan Taylor is amazing and has created a wonderful, understanding and talented group of caregivers here and it is unlike any other PT/OT establishment I have ever encountered! If you need therapy of any kind...this is your place! Trust me!!! Love to all, Tracy ( : LOVE THIS PLACE!!!
Lucy has done her magic..really the best of physical therapy. I have been to other PT Centers..nothing compares. Today, with all parts in good working order, I work upstairs exercising at the MOG (Medically Oriented Gym), where Stephen oversees our program to continue strengthening. Thanks Taylor Therapy.
-Ann A.-
-Tracy R.-
Our Address
Opening Hours
9 Elmwood Court Newington CT 06111
+18609531204
Monday – Friday
8AM – 8PM
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For online access to national therapy publications or to view information regarding the benefits of physical therapy, psychotherapy, and massage and how they can enhance your health, please visit the following recommended links:
Physical Therapy links:
American Physical Therapy Association
Psychotherapy Links:
American Psychological Association
Massage Links:
Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals