Introducing The
Get to know the Berman PT team by clicking on their photos below:
Dr. Jake Berman, PT, DPT
Dr. David Lee, PT, DPT, CF-1, USAW
Amber Ahrens
RaShawn Taylor, LMT
Yeti Berman
PT, DPT
Jake graduated with highest honors from University of Florida, earning his Undergraduate Degree in Health Science.
He went on to finish the University of Florida Physical Therapy Doctoral program. Following graduation, he practiced two years at Orthopedic and Sports Physical Therapy in Destin, FL, learning the complex philosophy of Primal Reflex Release Technique under Bob Seton. Before deciding to open his own practice, Dr. Berman furthered his education by practicing at Innovative Therapy Solutions in Jacksonville, FL, specializing in Functional Manual Therapy™ with Aaron Robles.
A lifelong resident of Naples, Jake opened the doors of Berman Physical Therapy is the very proud father of two dogs, Yeti (the office therapy dog!) and Brady. When he's not spending time with his dogs or his beautiful wife, Jenni, you can find Jake golfing or spending time outdoors.
Dr. David Lee moved to the Naples area from Destin, FL in September of 2017.
He received his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences in 2011. David is from the Tampa Bay area, where he earned his Bachelor's of Science in Marketing from the University of South Florida. After graduating from USF, David worked in sales for three years before eventually finding his love and passion for the integration of the human body during his first Anatomy and Physiology class (his favorite book is his anatomy textbook!). From that point on, the thirst for knowledge has not been contained.
Dr. Lee has completed all eight seminar classes for his Manual Therapy Certification, from the University of St. Augustine. These seminars consist of the evaluation and treatment of spine (cervical, thoracic, lumbar and sacroiliac) and extremities. David also has CrossFit and USA Weightlifting level one certifications.
David is an orthopedic expert with concentrated experience in musculoskeletal conditions of the ankle, knee, hip, spine, neck, shoulder, elbow and wrist. He has spent time working with multiple orthopedic physicians and surgeons to develop post-operative protocols and procedures.
In his time away from the clinic, David has a very active lifestyle. He participates and coaches in CrossFit, runs Spartan Races/Tough Mudders and paddleboards.
Amber is a second generation Naples native!
When she isn't hard at work on the next big Berman PT project, you can find Amber relaxing at home with her kids, riding the trails with her husband, Jimmy, in their Jeep or playing with the new puppy, Asia.
RaShawn is Berman PT's massage therapist.
If the physical therapists are in charge of the "pain and torture," RaShawn is in charge of making you feel better after a session! His therapeutic massages bring relief to clients suffering from aches and pains related to fibromyalgia, cancer, sports injuries, and stress. His massage career has led him to jobs in resorts and spas, including the Ritz-Carlton in Naples.
Originally from South Carolina, RaShawn came to Florida in 2015 after a car accident prevented him from living out his dream of playing in the NFL. Luckily, he found a new passion: massage therapy! When he isn't creating a relaxing atmosphere for his clients in the massage room, you can find RaShawn working out at the gym, traveling, or singing and dancing!
Yeti Berman is Berman PT's resident therapy dog.
An American Bulldog named after the Yeti cooler company, Yeti was born in September 2017 and adopted right after that year's Thanksgiving.
His favorite thing to do is greet patients, but he also likes to go on walks—he's an avid stick collector. He is an excellent swimmer and really loves going to the dog park! You can find him in his private suite (AKA Dr. Berman's office!), where he is usually hard at work napping and playing with toys.