Sean Sipe, MPT, CSCS
Owner and CEO
Sean graduated from Eastern Washington University in 1996 with a degree in Human Biology. He then received his Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy from EWU in 1998. Originally from the Spokane area, Sean first practiced in Aberdeen, WA before moving to Olympia with the goal of starting a practice. Sean founded South Sound Physical & Hand Therapy in 2002. The company’s Downtown Olympia location (formerly Market Centre Physical Therapy) was the first clinic in its progression to five locations. In 2004, Sean received his Board Certification as a Sports Clinical Specialist from the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties. He currently sees patients at our Lacey location.

Sean’s clinical interests are in spine and shoulder rehabilitation, athletic injuries, and sports performance enhancement with golfers. His philosophy of patient care is to first take a detailed history and then combine that with a thorough physical examination; because arriving at a more specific diagnosis allows the therapist to provide the most specific and appropriate intervention. Sean’s wife Christina is also a physical therapist, and they have three children. Sean is an avid golfer and also enjoys reading, traveling, and spending time with his family.

Jason Buono, DPT, ATC
Clinic Director

Jason, an Anchorage, AK native, earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Athletic Training from the University of Mary and his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Pacific University in June of 2009. One of the things that attracted Jason to the physical therapy profession was the challenge of helping patients of all ages with a variety of motor restrictions. He places a high value on encouraging patients to take an active role in their health and well being and he enjoys seeing patients progress through treatment and back into an active lifestyle.  When not in the clinic you can find Jason cycling, playing golf and spending time with his family.

Liz Schick, MS, PT, LMP, ATC, CSCS

Liz was born and raised in the great State of Ohio. She earned her B.S. degree in Physical Therapy from Ohio State University and her M.S. degree in Exercise and Sports Science/Biomechanics from the University of Florida. Attracted to the P. T. profession after receiving therapy for a running related injury, Liz has extensive experience in sports-related rehabilitation and is a Certified Athletic Trainer and a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. Liz is a graduate of the Florida School of Massage and is a Licensed Massage Practitioner. Liz describes her philosophy of patient care as one where she brings her presence, experience and knowledge to each individual in order to facilitate their own healing process.

When not at work, Liz enjoys music, dance, backpacking and many other outdoor activities.

Christa Huddleston, MS, OTR/L, CHT

Christa grew up primarily in Western Washington but also lived briefly in Colorado and Hawaii. She attended the University of Hawaii and University of Puget Sound where she earned her B.S. and M.S. degrees. She worked as an Occupational Therapist at Northwest Hospital in Seattle, the V.A. in Tacoma and as a Licensed Massage Practitioner when her children were young. Christa has been a Certified Hand Therapist since 1999, working full time in this specialty for the past 15 years.  Christa has taught several professional courses on the treatment of elbow tendonitis and sports injuries of the hand.

Christa likes the challenge of treating complex hand trauma as well as the more common overuse injuries. Getting to know and work with the variety of patients in hand therapy is what she enjoys most about her job. Outside of work she loves to hike, bike, dance and play in the ocean. 

Renee Frost, OTR/L, CHT

Renee moved to Olympia in 2001 after earning her B.A. in Communication Disorders from Eastern Washington University and a B.S. in Occupational Therapy from the University of Puget Sound. Renee has been working as an O.T. since 1999 and became a Certified Hand Therapist in 2007. She became a therapist because of a desire to assist patients through their healing process. Renee believes each patient has unique needs and likes problem solving ways to help patients regain function and return to their daily routines and hobbies. She also believes that educating patients is critical to their recovery process.

Renee enjoys many hobbies including walking, hiking, yoga and spending time with her family.

Andrew Martin, BS, ATC

Andrew was raised in Toledo, WA and attended George Fox University where he earned a Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training and Fitness Management. He also carries an advanced certification in Athletic Training.  Andrew most enjoys working with sport-specific rehabilitation and exercises for athletes with an emphasis on helping each patient meet his or her physical goals. Andrew not only works within the clinic setting but also covers athletic events for our clinic such as the Thurston County Youth Football League and Tumwater High School. 

When he’s not working Andrew enjoys playing golf, hanging out with his family and tinkering with cars.

Jenn Cunningham, PTA

Jenn grew up in Tumwater, WA and was drawn to the area of physical therapy by her love of sports.  She received her A.A. degree in Physical Therapist Assistant from Whatcom Community College and her B.S. degree in Biology from Saint Martin’s University. Jenn has been working at a Physical Therapist Assistant for the past 3 years and has a special interest in sports rehabilitation. 

Jenn enjoys both playing and coaching soccer, competing in triathlons, hiking, spending time with her family and, playing with her cat Fletcher.

Beth Dixon, LMP

Licensed Massage Practitioner (LMP).