Sam Cassell, DPT
Sam moved to the Redding area with his wife in 2020 from Atlanta, GA. He graduated with his Bachelor of Science in Biology at Berry College in Rome, GA, then went on to earn his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Georgia State University. He brings over ten years’ experience in both a supervisory role and outpatient orthopedics. Sam welcomes the opportunity to serve the surrounding community as Lead Physical Therapist of both Mountain View Physical Therapy and Corning Physical Therapy. In his free time, Sam and his wife, Crystal, enjoy the outdoors and traveling.
Jeff Howell, MPT, ATC
Jeff grew up in Corning and enjoyed playing any and every sport possible during his youth. He graduated from Corning High School and went on to Butte College and Chico State University. After graduating with his Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Physiology, Jeff and his wife April moved to Wichita, Kansas, where he completed graduate school at Wichita State University.
After graduating from PT school in 1995, Jeff, along with his wife, moved back to Corning to become a partner in the Physical Therapy & Wellness Center. In 2007, Jeff and April purchased the business and were happy to be business owners in the community for 17 years. In 2024, they sold the business to Western Physical Therapy where Jeff happily works today as a PT.
During his 28 years as a Physical Therapist and Certified Athletic Trainer, Jeff has enjoyed working with injured Corning High School athletes during their rehabilitation process. He has been a fixture on the Cardinal sidelines on Friday nights for his entire career.
Jeff specializes in manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, and mobilization techniques to help his patients recover from their injuries. In his free time he enjoys running, hiking, biking, spending time with his three children and wife, relaxing in his mountain cabin, and following his youngest son’s sporting events.
Meredith Allen, PTA, ATC
Meredith is originally from Susanville. After high school she continued her education at Humboldt State University where she graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Kinesiology. While attending HSU, she was a student athlete participating in track and field for all four years of eligibility. After graduation, Meredith was accredited through the NATA as a Certified Athletic Trainer. Wanting to further her career, she pursued her Physical Therapy Assistant License. Meredith loves being involved in the treatment and success of patients in an outpatient setting. In her free time, she volunteers at the local high school and youth sporting events assisting in the care of the youth athletes in the community. Meredith and her husband enjoy spending time supporting their children in their love of sports and community activities.
Juan Solis, PTA
Bio Coming Soon
Claudia, PT Tech
Claudia is originally from Guadalajara, Mexico before she moved to Corning twenty years ago. Her prior experiences include working as a personal assistant and as a teacher’s aide at Corning Adult School, helping students with their assignments. Claudia also worked as a caregiver, gaining experience in physical therapy and post-op recovery. In 2020, she completed her Associate’s of Science in Business Administration at Butte College. Claudia enjoys working at Corning Physical Therapy & Wellness Center because she can be part of a friendly clinic that helps patients reach their physical goals with compassion and sympathy. She loves living close to nature and enjoys being outdoors with her dog. Her passions include health, fitness, and dancing.
Emily, PT Tech
Emily is from Red Bluff and graduated from Red Bluff High School in 2022. In addition to tech work, you may also find Emily at the front desk. She loves attending to our patients’ needs, and she especially enjoys teaching the exercises. Her passion for physical therapy truly expanded when she participated in a physical therapy elective/work experience course during her Junior and Senior years. Emily plans to attend either IOT or Shasta’s PTA program in the near future to become a Physical Therapist Assistant. Emily hopes to utilize her CrossFit and functional fitness background to one day teach mobility classes at CF (CrossFit) affiliates with her Australian Shepherd, Denim. Her free time consists of fitness, hiking, road trips, and spending quality time with friends and family.
Jayden, PT Tech/Front Desk
Jayden is from Corning and currently attends Butte Community College. In his role as a PT tech, he specializes in effectively communicating with others. Jayden also works at the front desk and loves helping others. His favorite pastimes are watching football and weight lifting.
Carleen, Receptionist
Carleen was born and raised in Corning. She has four children and five grandchildren. As the front desk receptionist Carleen is your first access point, and she enjoys getting to know each and every one of our patients. She has worked as a physical therapist receptionist for over seven years and in customer service for more than thirty years. When she is not working, Carleen enjoys spending time with her family, her dogs and horses, camping, going to the ocean, gardening and cooking.
