Testimonials

  • ...Tatiana has a rare combination of knowledge, intuition and compassion...

    “I worked with Tatiana for well over a year after I was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, and she was instrumental in helping me feel the best I possibly could during a very overwhelming time.

    What stood out most was how much she genuinely cared. She took the time to understand everything that was going on, not just from a physical therapy perspective but as part of my overall health. She always followed up about my doctor appointments, helped me think through challenges I was facing and made sure I wasn't pushing myself too hard. Her approach was incredibly holistic, and she became one of the most important members of my care team while I was learning how to navigate MS and chronic migraines.

    Tatiana has a rare combination of knowledge, intuition and compassion. She listened carefully, adjusted my treatment based on how I was feeling and helped me find exercises that actually worked for my body. She made sure I understood what I was doing and felt confident continuing the work on my own.

    She also wasn't afraid to put in the hard work alongside me. Improving mobility in my upper back was a challenge, and there were many sessions where she was working just as hard as I was. I've worked with many healthcare providers over the years, and few have shown the same level of dedication, attentiveness and genuine concern for my well-being.

    I'm incredibly grateful for her support and would recommend her without hesitation.”

    ★★★★★

    — Caitlin Cortz, patient

  • ...Tatiana is educated by the best, and at the same time, expertly uses her knowledge to approach each session with care, challenge, and fun...

    “I’ve lived a life full of movement and joy in exercise and have worked with many physiological professionals. I highly recommend Tatiana for her expertise as a physical therapist, exercise coach, and wellness guide. Tatiana is educated by the best, and at the same time, expertly uses her knowledge to approach each session with care, challenge, and fun. She quickly understands the body, and adapts the treatment and movement to heal, sustain, and set you up for a successful future. I’ve had so much fun and gained strength, power in my body, and a true friend.”

    ★★★★★

    —  Kristin, patient

  • ...Dr. Olevsky gave me new insights and was able to help me more than any other PT I have seen...

    “I have seen multiple PTs for the same chronic injury over the course of 4 years. Dr. Olevsky gave me new insights and was able to help me more than any other PT I have seen. I could tell that she was passionate in caring for her patients and even conducting her own research into my specific questions in her free time. I would definitely recommend it!”

    ★★★★★

    — Chris Lamb

  • ...I trust her completely and intend to keep working with her for a long time to come...

    “After back surgery last year and a number of physical therapists over the years, I can say that Tatiana stands apart. She has a rare dual mastery: gently reawakening the areas that have been compromised or unused, while building real strength and stability where it matters most. Beyond that, she has an almost uncanny gift for restoring resilience and competency—not simply repairing what was injured, but making the whole body more capable than before. I trust her completely and intend to keep working with her for a long time to come. I recommend her without reservation.”

    ★★★★★

    — Lilli Friedland

  • ...She is the most knowledgeable person in her field that I have ever met...

    “There is no better person for physical therapy (or Pilates) than Tatiana Olevsky. She is the most knowledgeable person in her field that I have ever met. She has been helping us for years. Give her a try, you won't be disappointed.”

    ★★★★★

    — Larry Post

  • ...I recommend Tatiana for anyone who wants to experience great care and knowledge of an injury to the body...

    “I have been bringing my mother-in-law to see Dr. Tatiana Olevsky for over a year now for her back injury and pain. Tatiana has been wonderful to work with from the beginning care of the injury to the progress that was made with the recovery and strengthening of the back. Hopefully she can continue to work with Tatiana because every session gives her a feeling of accomplishment and a chance to do some things at home that she otherwise would have a tough time doing.

    I recommend Tatiana for anyone who wants to experience great care and knowledge of an injury to the body. And also, the staff in her office are always friendly and helpful.”

    ★★★★★

    — Sam Vuong

  • ...Dr. Olevsky has enabled me to markedly improve the quality of my life for which I am most grateful...

    “Dr. Tatiana Olevsky, DPT, is an outstanding orthopedic physical therapist who utilizes her in-depth theoretical knowledge and hands-on practical experience and skills to create and provide therapeutic treatment programs designed to meet the specific conditions and needs of her patients. She is a warm, compassionate and caring person with the capacity of empathetic discernment, which together with her calm demeanor and excellent communication skills is able to foster relationships of mutual assurance and confidence between therapist and client which are conducive to promoting healing. I have been a patient of hers at USC Health Science Marengo Street Campus from 04/25 to 08/26 during which time I have been able to gain considerable improvement in overall physical mobility, flexibility, strength and improved posture, which has enabled me to spend more time utilizing my rollator walker instead of my power chair, which has contributed to my overall sense of well being and reduction in stiffness and discomfort. In addition to her very effective in clinic graduated and progressive series of exercises utilizing various machines with weights and resistance features, Dr. Olevsky has designed a weekly at home program of exercises which I am able to do with the assistance of my caregiver and some on my own. Dr. Olevsky has enabled me to markedly improve the quality of my life for which I am most grateful. USC KECK MEDICINE can take justifiable pride in having an orthopedic physical therapist of Dr. Olevsky’s caliber and I highly recommend her to anyone seeking healing and improvement for conditions requiring physical therapy.”

    ★★★★★

    — Frank Nemceff

  • ...She is patient, thoughtful, answered my many questions, and has a deep understanding of Scheurmann’s Kyphosis...

    “Tatiana is an incredible physical therapist. She is patient, thoughtful, answered my many questions, and has a deep understanding of Scheurmann’s Kyphosis. Doing physical therapy with her greatly improved my back and shoulder pain, posture, mobility and confidence! I can’t recommend her enough.”

    ★★★★★

    — Kate Schnepf

  • ...What really sets Tatiana apart is that she treated me like a person, not just a patient...

    “I worked with Tatiana for about a year, and I’m so grateful I found her. I still remember my first visit — I had already been doing PT for almost two years and had tried several different therapists with very little improvement. I was frustrated, and she actually took the time to listen.

    Instead of just telling me to rest or ice my knee, she gave me a clear diagnosis and explained exactly why she thought my knee pain was related to my hip muscles not activating properly. She also asked what I wanted to be able to do and helped me set real goals, like playing tennis 5 times a week and squatting with weights pain-free.

    Now I play tennis 4–5 times a week with minimal pain, which I honestly didn’t think was possible when I first started. She still reminds me to keep up with my exercises, and I appreciate that she’s always honest about what can and can’t be changed. You can’t change your bone structure, for example, but you can learn how to activate and use your muscles properly to minimize pain.

    What really sets Tatiana apart is that she treated me like a person, not just a patient. She was patient, encouraging, and genuinely invested in my progress. She became someone I respect and look up to rather than just a physical therapist. I would 100% recommend her!”

    ★★★★★

    — Deborah Kim

  • ...She has consistently been professional and personable. I am truly going to miss her when I'm discharged...

    “Tatiana is the best! Her vast knowledge, training and skills come through on every visit. I had a serious rotator cuff tear so have been with her for almost a year during the time before surgery and post surgery. She has consistently been professional and personable. I am truly going to miss her when I'm discharged. She has become family to me.”

    ★★★★★

    — Rick Hill

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