Synergy Staff

A graduate of the University Miami, Master's of Science Physical Therapy Program in 1995, Robert completed his doctorate education in 2015 at The EIM College of Health Professions in Louisville, KY.  For the past 25 years, Dr. Voorhees has developed his expertise in vestibular rehabilitation, Pilates, craniosacral therapy, myofascial release, visceral manipulation, and treatment of the spine.  He is one of the founders of Synergy Health and Wellness.  Dr. Voorhees recently completed his training in dry needling therapy and this is now a cornerstone of his treatments for sports-related injuries.

Betsy Goolgasian completed her degree in Occupational Therapy at Barry University, North Miami, FL in 1999.  She has dedicated her career and study to orthopedic and neurologic conditions affecting the upper extremities.  Conditions she frequently treat include rotator cuff pathology, shoulder replacement, shoulder impingement, frozen shoulder, tennis elbow, carpal tunnel syndrome, and much more.  She is able to fabricate custom splints for the hand and wrist for various hand diagnosis.  Patients find her personable style, breadth of experience, and her New England bred warmth very motivational on their path to recovery.

I remember the exact moment I realized that I would enjoy teaching fitness for the rest of my life:  At 20 and a sophomore in college I was working in a health spa as a fitness instructor with limited training or fitness knowledge but a strong desire to provide the club members with the best customer service I was capable of.  My sister and I opened Stayin' Alive Fitness Centers in 1980 in Lake Worth and Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.  Working in a small family business required that I wear many hats but truly my favorite hat to wear was that of Fitness Instructor.  In the 32 years of operating our two locations I became certified in a wide variety of Group Fitness formats, plus Personal Training.

In 1999 I discovered The Pilates Method of Exercise and dedicated the next five years learning the method thoroughly.   I gained distinction with attainment of Pilates certification through All-American Pilates and served as one of their lead instructors for several years.  I have always derived a tremendous amount of satisfaction in teaching others.  Our two clubs carved out space in both locations for Pilates Apparatus Studios and I divided my time between the two, training private clients and directing the group fitness programs in addition to instructing group fitness.

I have a great deal of energy for my work because I love it so much--it never feels like work--it feels more like an opportunity to give of myself in the pursuit of helping our clients to reach their best fitness and health potentials.  Since January 2012 I have had the privilege of working with Robert and Risa Voorhees in their beautiful Pilates Apparatus Studio training their clients in The Pilates Method of Exercise.  In 2014, I complemented by Pilates instructor training by completing a 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training and have applied that deeper fundamental knowledge of how to best harmonize the mind, body, and spirit for our clients.   My greatest reward is when a client shares with me how much their quality of life has improved since becoming a patron of Synergy Health & Wellness.

Dr. Kelly Gerlach completed her undergraduate degree at the University of Florida and her doctorate in physical therapy at NOVA Southeastern University in 2012.  Dr. Gerlach has additional training in the Graston technique, muscle energy techniques, and kinesiotaping.  She employs a variety of manual therapy techniques for treatment of the neck, spine, and pelvis in combination with her training to achieve amazing outcomes.

Dr. Sarah Harley is a native of Clearwater Beach.  After earning a BS in Health Sciences at the University of Central Florida, she completed the Doctor of Physical Therapy program at the University of Vermont in 2021.  Dr. Harley enjoys surfing and many other outdoor activities when she is not helping restore our clients to optimal health.

Keri has been a physical therapist since earning her Master of Physical Therapy degree from the University of Iowa.  Over the past 17 years, Keri has developed physical therapy expertise in the management of orthopedic and neurological conditions including, but not limited to cervical dysfunction, lower back pain, sacroiliac dysfunction, thoracic pain, hip and knee pain, joint replacements and vestibular disorders.  Keri utilizes a manual therapy called muscle energy techniques (METs) and 3-dimensional therapy from the teachings of Gary Gray.  These techniques treat the whole person (mind, body, and spirit) and not just the injury.

Mandy Etcheverry graduated with a dual degree in exercise science/cardiac rehabilitation from Ithaca College in 1997.  She continued her studies in the Netherlands where she graduated with a degree in Physical Therapy in 1999.   Mandy is also an expert in movement analysis and restoration.  She completed the Stott Pilates advanced certification and is an avid instructor and educator in the Pilates method for rehabilitation.  She has developed expertise in manual therapy in visceral manipulation and craniosacral therapy at the Upledger Institutue.   Effective February 1st, 2021, Mandy is focusing her practice on these two services only and will be accepting non-insurance clients only.

Amy Godes Gibson is both a licensed massage therapist and a physical therapist assistant . She has been a practicing therapist since 1998 and spent 13 years working in a large orthopedic practice. Her knowledge of orthopedic conditions is indispensable and she has combined this knowledge with the healing touch of myofascial release and orthopedic massage to become a very unique healer.