John Bielser, PT, Co-Owner

John has been with NorthSound Physical Therapy since 1996. In 1998, John became a practicing owner in the Marysville location of NorthSound Physical Therapy. Since graduating from Eastern Washington University in 1989, John has gained experience treating a wide variety of musculoskeletal and neuromuscular disorders. He works with athletes throughout the area  high schools, youth sports and colleges. John’s dedicated work in outpatient orthopedics over the years has made him a very highly respected physical therapist in the community. John enjoys family outings, attending his children’s games, and travel with his wife Julie, son Karl and daughter Sevi.  John also stays busy with coaching youth basketball, attending high school and college sporting events, golfing, biking and walking.

Tony Johns, PT, Clinical Manager

A graduate of the University of Washington, Tony has been with NorthSound Physical therapy since 2002. Tony has worked at 3 of NorthSound’s locations and is currently the clinical manager of our Marysville location. Clinically, Tony has special interests in treatment of endurance and multi-sport athletes. Tony is an avid runner, competing frequently in running races from 26.2 to 100 miles in distance. He is a three-time finisher of Ironman Canada.

Leanne Ojala, MSPT

Leanne joined NorthSound Physical Therapy in 2006 and spent two years with NorthSound at our Marysville and Lake Stevens clinics before she followed her family to Spokane. Leanne returned to the Marysville area in 2010 and re-joined our Marysville clinic.

A graduate of the University of Minnesota, Leanne is currently following a manual therapy track in her continuing education. Clinically, she enjoys treating spinal and vestibular dysfunction. Outside of the clinic she enjoys traveling, hiking, and winter sports with her husband and young family.

Tony Travanti, PTA

Tony joined the NorthSound Physical Therapy family in September 1999. He is a graduate of Whatcom Community College with an Associate of Science degree. Tony is a licensed physical therapist assistant and has been recognized by the American Physical Therapy Association, qualifying for their Advanced Proficiency in Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy Achievement.  Tony was born in North Dakota, but has lived in the Puget Sound area for the majority of his life. He enjoys hiking, snowshoeing, and camping and feels like the Northwest provides immediate access to all of those activities.

“I became interested in the field of physical therapy after dealing with personal sports injuries, playing soccer and baseball in high school. Outside of that, I knew I wanted a job that would provide opportunities to make a difference in the quality of people’s lives.”

Kandace Ackelson, PTA

She began working with NorthSound Physical Therapy in January of 2011. She is a graduate of Whatcom Community College with an Associate of Science degree. Kandace is a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant and is the lead for NorthSound Physical Therapy’s aquatic therapy program. She is also a certified lifeguard and water fitness instructor.

Kandace was born and raised in Bellingham, Washington. She spent 6 years as a lifeguard swim instructor for Bellingham’s YMCA. She also spent 10 years as an Irish dancer, traveling the world and even became World Champion. Kandace’s hobbies include swimming, rollerblading, dancing and drawing.

“I became interested in physical therapy after my ankle injury and after my wonderful experience with my physical therapist. Nothing fascinates me more than the human body. I absolutely love my job!”