History

Gaelyn and Aaron moved from New York City to Asheville in 2016. They valued their time in the city but were ready to start a family, slow down, and spend more time in nature.

That same year, they started their physical therapy practice to provide patients with thoughtful, individualized care while building a more flexible family life.

Gaelyn grew the practice through a steady stream of satisfied clients while maintaining the flexibility to care for their young children.

Aaron spent eight years working in a corporate physical therapy setting. The experience helped shape him as a clinician, but a high patient volume, insurance constraints, and corporate policies made it increasingly difficult to provide the kind of care he valued.

In 2025, Aaron left corporate practice to join Gaelyn in growing Black Bear Physical Therapy. Together, they now have the autonomy to give patients the time, attention, and care they deserve.