Meet Your Experienced Team of Physical Therapists

Laney O'Neill, MPT

Laney O'Neill, MPT

Physical Therapist

Laney graduated from Eastern Washington University in 2002 with a Masters degree in Physical Therapy. She is a highly experienced orthopedic therapist, drawing from a blend of manual therapy approaches. She has taken a variety of continuing education including North American and Great Lakes Seminars, and completion of all McKenzie Institute courses for treatment of the spine. She emphasizes a functional exercise approach to allow her patients to recreate their treatments and maintain progress independently.

Laney also specializes in lymphedema, practicing in this field since 2004. She treats patients with cancer, as well as orthopedic and venous based edemas of all extremities. Prevention and education are at the core of her practice, ensuring each patient has the tools and resources to treat and maintain this lifelong condition.

In her spare time, she can be found with her husband chasing their young children around. She is an outdoor enthusiast and is typically running, hiking, golfing, skiing or camping when away from work.

Christine Mattson, DPT

Christine Mattson, DPT

Physical Therapist

Christine Mattson graduated from Idaho State University with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2010 and has worked in outpatient orthopedic settings since graduation. Christine completed the Manual Therapy Certification program through Evidence in Motion (EIM) and is currently studying to be a board-certified Orthopedic Specialist (OCS).

Christine has a particular interest and specialty in amputee rehab and she enjoys treating post-op orthopedics, sprains/strains, motor vehicle accident injuries, work injuries, and much more. She uses hands-on manual therapy techniques to improve mobility and decrease pain and uses patient-specific exercises to maximize the return of function.

When not at work, Christine manages her home life with her husband, two kids, and their dog. She loves doing creative art/science projects with her kids, all while making it a learning experience. In her free time, she loves playing soccer, baking creative cakes, watching predictable romantic comedy movies, and having coffee/spa dates with her friends.

Lily Cronin, DPT

Lily Cronin, DPT

Physical Therapist

Lily graduated from the University of Puget Sound in 2003 with a doctorate in physical therapy. Lily has worked for nearly two decades in outpatient orthopedics and has a broad knowledge of post-op orthopedics, motor vehicle collision/trauma-related injuries, and sprains/strains.

Lily has special interests in jaw, facial, headache and neck pain, thoracic, and breathing-related dysfunctions. Lily utilizes a blend of patient-specific functional exercises and various manual techniques to minimize patient discomfort and maximize their quality of life.

When not in the clinic, Lily enjoys finding adventure in the every day with her son. She enjoys crafting, cooking, sewing clothes, making music, reading, watching movies, and other geeky things.

Paulina Witkowski, PTA

Paulina Witkowski, PTA

Physical Therapist Assistant

Paulina has worked in outpatient physical therapy clinics, skilled nursing facilities, pediatric and home health settings since graduating from Greenville Technical College in 2010 with an Associate’s degree as a Physical Therapist Assistant.  Paulina also has a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management from the University of South Carolina. She is a world traveler and attended Sorbonne University in Paris, France.

Paulina is passionate about providing excellent patient care and working as part of the therapy team to customize treatment to meet each patient’s needs. She is skilled in multiple manual therapy approaches, including kinesiology taping techniques, and well versed in treating low back pain, pre and post-surgical patients, and geriatrics.

In her spare time, Paulina loves camping, hiking, gardening, traveling, and photography.  She hails from Poland, speaks three languages, and has traveled extensively. Having moved to Washington in 2013, Paulina plans to live in our perfect and gorgeous state forever!

Chris Hoang, PTA

Chris Hoang, PTA

Physical Therapist Assistant

Christopher Hoang graduated with honors from the Physical Therapist Assistant program at Green River College with an Associate degree in Applied Science in 2023. He had prior experience during clinical rotations at multiple outpatient orthopedic physical therapy clinics and hospital-based inpatient rehabilitation centers.

Chris has an affinity for functional strengthening through finding new and unique ways to challenge and progress patients to meet their desired goals. He has a distinct interest in neurological and cervical-based dysfunctions. He hopes to expand his knowledge and skills in this field of study to aid patients in achieving pain-free living.

As an active member of the Federal Way community, Chris is a Kung Fu instructor and dance coach at the Mak Fai Dragon and Lion Dance Association in Seattle’s Chinatown International District, where he leads kids and adult martial arts classes and women’s self-defense courses. He is also a “foodie” looking for the next best bite!

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