Jackie Smelser | Owner, PT
Jackie Smelser LOVES working as a Physical Therapist. She received her Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy from California State University, Sacramento and her Bachelor’s Degree in Kinesiology from California State University Polytechnic, San Luis Obispo.
Jackie’s father owned a fitness and athletic training center in Santa Cruz, California. This is where her love for health, fitness, biomechanics and orthopedics started. She was a personal trainer through college and found her passion to be working with people who were struggling with injuries.
After attending Physical Therapy school Jackie was lucky enough to receive extensive training through the North American Institute of Manual Therapy and hone her skills in manual therapy. She became proficient at treating a wide variety of orthopedic injuries, a true passion of hers.
Then the opportunity presented itself for Jackie to go through Pelvic Health PT training. This training elicited many “aha” moments for Jackie and she has since become extensively trained in pelvic health physical therapy and is proficient at treating a wide variety of pelvic health ailments. The ability to work on the pelvis from the inside out has allowed Jackie to have much success in treating spine, pelvic, hip and lower extremity dysfunctions with increased specificity and efficiency.
Jackie wanted to create an environment where all people feel comfortable and safe attending Physical Therapy for a wide variety of ailments. She opened Sunrise Physio in Northwest Crossing with a goal of providing excellent care for all humans in the areas of orthopedics and pelvic health physiotherapy. Opening Sunrise Physio has been one of the most fun, inspiring and rewarding experiences of her life and she is extremely honored and humbled to work with both her Sunrise Physio team and her patients every day.
Emily Richart | PT, MPT
Emily is an experienced Physical Therapist who values an individual approach to person-centered care. She cares deeply about creating a safe and empowering place for you to build awareness of your body and reach your goals.
Emily received her Masters in Physical Therapy from Robert Gordon University in Aberdeen, Scotland, where she had the opportunity to learn from and train with physical therapists from around the world. Since then, she has gained experience across the spectrum of PT, using her skills in pelvic health, orthopedic and neurological rehabilitation to take a holistic perspective to your treatment.
Emily is also a certified Pregnancy and Post-partum Corrective Exercise Specialist and has completed additional training in Oncology of the Pelvic Floor and Pilates-based rehabilitation to support her pelvic health clients. She values the vulnerability and courage it takes to start the journey of reconnecting with your body, and is dedicated to providing a collaborative environment for you to learn and build strength.
When not in the clinic, Emily enjoys being out in nature with her dog, traveling, connecting with new and old friends, and writing poetry/short fiction. She is thrilled and honored to partner with you on your wellness journey.
Jordyn Maxwell | DPT
Jordyn received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff. Prior to that she earned her Bachelor's in Human Physiology from the University of Oregon.
Jordyn began her PT career in the specialty of pelvic health. She is a Certified Pregnancy and Postpartum Corrective Exercise Specialist and has substantial training in treating pelvic health conditions including bowel/bladder issues, pelvic pain, prolapse and pregnancy/postpartum issues. She also has her 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Certificate. She loves to implement elements of yoga and mindfulness into her PT practice. Jordyn's extensive pelvic health training complements her orthopedic treatments. She enjoys treating spine, hip and lower extremity mechanical issues and integrates her knowledge of the mechanics of the pelvis into her treatments if needed.
Jordyn grew up in Bend, Oregon and enjoys spending time outdoors and staying active with her partner and their dog. She loves climbing, hiking, running, and skiing. Jordyn is passionate about getting people back to doing what they love.
Hannah Mattson | PT, DPT
Hannah received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Regis University in Denver, Colorado with American Academy of Academic Physical Therapy Honors. After adventuring in Colorado, Hannah is excited to be in Bend, Oregon where her family now resides.
Growing up in Alaska, Hannah spent her time with family exploring the rugged outdoors and hiding from the cold by playing a variety of indoor sports, which ultimately influenced her to become the “movement geek” she is today. Within the world of orthopedics, Hannah is there to assist her patients by encouraging them to return to the activities that bring them joy. Hannah also specializes in pelvic health rehabilitation for all genders and is passionate about creating a safe space to address concerns that are often heavily stigmatized in our culture.
As a physical therapist, Hannah strives to focus on individual empowerment. She does so by acting as a guide for her patients’ recovery through a blend of manual therapy, movement prescription, and education. She seeks to provide compassionate care for the whole person by considering all aspects of the individual - their goals, their needs, and their values.
Hannah’s ultimate goal in healthcare is to improve access to equitable care for marginalized groups, advocate for nationwide direct access, and participate in conversations surrounding medical bias and stigma – specifically size based stigma.
Outside of work, Hannah does not sit still often - unless she is with a good book, a cup of coffee, or a good friend. She enjoys spending her time doing the typical Bend activities, specifically the ones that remind her she can do hard things. Honorable mentions are - river surfing, skiing, and mountain biking.
Miranda Starr | PT, DPT
Miranda received her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of Montana in Missoula. Before that, she completed her undergraduate studies in Exercise Science at Willamette University. Over the past 10 years, she has held many positions in the movement sciences. Originally, she pursued pelvic health when she learned of its importance in treating low back pain but it has opened doors in treating conditions from head to toe. She truly believes that treating the pelvic floor allows her to be a better orthopedic therapist in strengthening her integrative approach.
Miranda is most passionate about treating urinary incontinence, constipation, pelvic pain, pain in sexual activity, low back, hip and neck pain but she is a well-rounded orthopedic provider. She has attained specialized training in biofeedback for GI pain and dysfunctional defecation and pelvic pain conditions. She has a curious mind and is often found doing research or collaborating with other pelvic health professionals in order to provide the very best care. Mindfulness and encouraging bodily autonomy are central to her practice. Therefore, it is important to Miranda that patients feel listened to and validated, as she values their opinions when developing a plan of care. She is invested in inclusivity and welcomes all to see her at Sunrise!
On the weekends, Miranda enjoys skiing, biking and hiking with her partner and friends. Other hobbies include yoga, crafting, baking and tending to her plants.