our Team
We are very proud of our team ~ High Pointe would not be what it is without each and every one of them! We are always accepting resumes of highly qualified individuals who would like to be a part of the High Pointe family...
Jessie Carter, PT
Physical Therapist / Owner ~ Jessie is a 2001 graduate of the University of Evansville in Evansville (IN) where she earned both her BS and Masters degrees in physical therapy. Prior to transferring to UE, she attended Murray State University in Murray, KY, where she majored in biology. Jessie grew up in Columbia, IL, a suburb of St. Louis, MO. Jessie and her husband Rusty moved to Clarksville in 2003 to be closer to family. Jessie and Rusty attend oneChurch where they are involved with Community Groups. They have three young children – Addie, Gracie, and Will, who keep them on their toes. The most recent addition to the family is a Cavachon named Ruger who joins his sister Tink, the family's Bichon. Besides spending any time she can with her family, Jessie enjoys biking, snow skiing, reading, and eBay-ing. She is also a doula and helps area women through labor and delivery.
Contact Jessie at jessie@highpointetn.com or view her blog at http://jessiecarter.wordpress.com
Kellie Boyd, PT
Physical Therapist ~ Kellie is a 1995 graduate of the University of Tennessee at Memphis physical therapy program and joined the High Pointe team in 2007. Throughout her career, Kellie has worked in a variety of therapy settings with an emphasis on neurologic rehabilitation. When Kellie and her family moved to Clarksville in 2002, she decided to try working in the outpatient clinic setting and has loved every minute of it! Kellie and her husband Chase have three children — Lauryn, Hunter, and Emma. The Boyds own ABC Family Dental here in Clarksville where Chase practices dentistry. Kellie is an avid reader, gardener, and fledgling golfer! She loves to be outdoors with her children and dog Jaz (a German shepherd).
Contact Kellie at kellie@highpointetn.com
Ellen Argo, PT, MS, PCS
Physical Therapist ~ Physical therapy is a second career for Ellen since returning to school in 1998 to pursue a Masters degree in physical therapy from the University of St. Augustine in Florida. Ellen is Neurodevelopmental Treatment (NDT) certified and a board certified pediatric clinical specialist. She has worked in privately owned outpatient clinics as well as at Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital, gaining extensive experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Ellen also has a Masters degree in Wellness and Fitness from Middle Tennessee State University. She is an adjunct faculty member of Belmont University’s Physical Therapy Program. Ellen is excited about the chance to work with the High Pointe team and to help the clinic grow and serve the Clarksville/Montgomery County community. Since trading a 2-hour commute for a 24-minute commute, she is happily spending more time with her two young nieces (Ella and Charlsie), tending to her vegetable garden, riding her bicycle, and running!
Contact Ellen at ellen@highpointetn.com
Lindsey Brewer, DPT
Physical Therapist ~ Lindsey joined the High Pointe team in 2009. She graduated from The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga’s physical therapy program with a Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT) in 2009. Lindsey grew up in Clarksville and is a 2000 graduate of Clarksville Academy. Prior to pursuing her DPT, she graduated from Middle Tennessee State University with a BS in Psychology in 2004. Lindsey’s primary area of interest in physical therapy is in adult orthopaedics. She is looking forward to expanding her manual therapy skills and eventually would like to pursue specialty certification. In her spare time, Lindsey enjoys playing tennis and cheering for the Tennessee Titans. Lindsey and her husband Josh reside in Clarksville.
Contact Lindsey at lindsey@highpointetn.com
Jacob Finn, MS
Personal Trainer ~ Jacob is a 2009 graduate from the University of Akron in Akron, OH, where he earned dual Masters degrees in Sport Science/Coaching and Exercise Physiology. He completed his undergraduate degree in Psychology from Malone University in Canton, OH, before pursuing his graduate studies. Jacob was raised in Shreve, OH, and moved to Clarksville in July 2009 to pursue a music ministry career and to join the High Pointe team. He is married to Rachel who is a registered nurse at Gateway Medical Center. They attend Community of Hope: First Church of the Nazarene in Clarksville. They enjoy being actively involved in practical ministry and serving in the community. Jacob loves exercise and enjoys working with clients of all ages and abilities. Whether it's weight loss, agility or speed training, increasing strength, gaining size, or endurance training ~ Jacob is up to the challenge and enjoys building relationships and helping people get fit and stay fit!
Contact Jacob at jacob@highpointetn.com
Amanda Casselman, LMT
Massage Therapist ~ Amanda is the newest member of the High Pointe team! She is a 2007 graduate of Wood Hygienic Institute in Kissimmee, FL. Amanda is a licensed massage therapist in Tennessee and is nationally certified through NCBTMB. She moved to Tennessee in 2008 to be closer to her brother and his family while he is stationed at Fort Campbell, KY. Besides deep tissue and Swedish massage, Amanda specializes in prenatal massage. She enjoys educating clients about the benefit of massage throughout the stages of life and for different problems. She plans on furthering her education in the areas of sports massage and neuromuscular therapy (NMT) in the near future. In her spare time, Amanda loves being with her friends and family. She is an active member of Olivet Baptist Church where she takes part in outreach activities and mission trips.
Contact Amanda at amanda@highpointetn.com
Rusty Carter
Business Manager / Owner ~ Rusty is a 1997 graduate of Murray State University where he earned his Bachelors Degree in Music Education. He currently splits his time between High Pointe and Mahaffey Middle School on Fort Campbell where he is a band director. Rusty is originally from Cadiz, KY, where his parents and sister still reside. Rusty is married to Jessie and is a devoted husband and dad ~ prior to opening High Pointe, he was a stay-at-home Dad for six years. Rusty leads a Community Group at oneChurch that meets at High Pointe and has enjoyed getting more involved with his church family. When he finds any time for himself, Rusty enjoys playing music, woodworking, photography, target shooting, and home renovation.
Contact Rusty at rusty@highpointetn.com
Lana Murphree
Office Manager ~ Lana was born, raised, and educated in Iowa. After graduating from Ellsworth College, she moved to Honolulu, Hawaii where she met her husband, Mike. While there she worked as an Executive Secretary at KGU Radio. Mike and Lana have had the opportunity to live in several great locations. Mike’s work in the food industry has taken them to Newport Beach, CA, Ft. Myers, FL (where their son, Tanner, was born), Orlando, FL, Houston, TX, Savannah, GA, (where Tanner lives), and Clarksville. Coincidentally, Mike is a graduate of Clarksville High School and is happy to be back home close to his family. He recently retired as an area director for Captain D’s Seafood Restaurants. Lana enjoys music, home karaoke, movies, dancing, traveling, bargain shopping, and gardening – especially her roses. Lana has been with High Pointe since 2006.
Contact Lana at lana@highpointetn.com
Niccole Paske
Patient Care Representative ~ Niccole joined High Pointe in 2010 and is the newest member of our administrative team. She is a 2009 graduate of Troy University in Columbus, GA, where she earned her Masters degree in Healthcare Management. She completed her undergraduate degree in Healthcare Management from Campbell University in Buies Creek, North Carolina. In 2007, Niccole left the Air Force after 11 years of service as a healthcare manager to move to Georgia in support of her active duty Army husband, Nick. While in Columbus, GA, she worked as the Executive Assistant for the CEO of New Horizons Community Service Board, a mental health, substance abuse and developmental disabilities service provider. Niccole and her husband moved to Clarksville in 2009 and spend most their free time playing, walking, or hiking with their American Bulldog, Dozer. Niccole also enjoys traveling, reading, eBaying, watching movies and trying new restaurants.
Contact Niccole at niccole@highpointetn.com
Blair D'Alessandro, SPTA
Physical Therapy Technician ~ Blair joined the High Pointe team in 2009 when she started obtaining observation hours in the physical therapy field. Blair is a 1990 graduate of SMU’s School of Psychology (Southern Methodist University) in Dallas, Texas. She is currently studying to become a Physical Therapist Assistant at Daymar Institute in Clarksville while being mentored here at High Pointe. She has been involved in athletics since a very young age and stays competitive through local running and triathlon races. Blair is married to her best friend Carl who is a U.S. Army helicopter pilot. They spend their free time playing with their two kids, Isabella and Alan; and, two pets, a German shepherd named Hannah, and a very “me-owy” cat called Flicka. When Blair isn’t goofing off with the family she enjoys reading and gardening.
Contact Blair at blair@highpointetn.com
Julie Parrish, SPT
Physical Therapy Technician ~ Julie joined the High Pointe team in 2008 to gain more experience in the physical therapy field. She is a 2002 graduate of Austin Peay State University where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry. She went on to earn her Master's degree in management from APSU in 2005. Julie is in her first year in the Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree program at Belmont University. She is expected to graduate in 2012. Julie has a diverse background in marketing, wellness, and customer service. She has been a volunteer at Good Samaritan Ministries in Clarksville since 2002 and is a member of First Baptist Church. Julie is the proud wife of Brandon who serves in the U.S. Army. In her spare time, Julie stays active with her Family Readiness Group and playing on her Wii.