Meet The Team

Abbie Ross, PT, DPT, NCS

Dr. Abbie Ross is a board-certified neurologic clinical specialist with expertise in evaluating and treating vestibular and balance dysfunction. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Biology from Le Moyne College and her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Upstate Medical University, both in Syracuse, New York. Dr. Ross has pursued extensive advanced training in vestibular rehabilitation, including the Vestibular Competency Course offered by Duke University School of Medicine and the American Physical Therapy Association. Her passion lies in empowering individuals to regain control of their lives by teaching them how to effectively manage vestibular symptoms.

In 2018, Dr. Ross launched one of the first virtual physical therapy practices in the nation, providing personalized one-on-one vestibular rehabilitation services. She later expanded these efforts by collaborating with Dr. Danielle Tolman to co-host Talk Dizzy to Me, a podcast and YouTube series that shares expert insights and patient stories about vestibular dysfunction. Together, they also create self-help courses and publish free educational content across social media platforms to help patients feel better, faster.

Dr. Ross is an active member of the vestibular community, proudly serving on the board of the Vestibular Disorders Association (VeDA) and continuing to find innovative ways to support and educate individuals on their vestibular journey.

Danielle Tolman, PT, DPT

Dr. Danielle Tolman is a dedicated physical therapist specializing in the evaluation and treatment of vestibular and balance disorders. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Management and her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Misericordia University. A self-proclaimed “vestibuloholic,” Dr. Tolman is passionate about understanding the vestibular system, its dysfunction, and effective treatments.

Dr. Tolman has combined her clinical expertise with innovation, developing a 3D-printed model of the vestibular system to enhance education for both patients and clinicians. Alongside Dr. Abbie Ross, she co-hosts the podcast and YouTube series Talk Dizzy to Me, where they explore various topics related to vestibular dysfunction through interviews with experts and patients. Together, Dr. Tolman and Dr. Ross also created patient-centered courses to empower individuals living with dizziness and vestibular dysfunction to improve their quality of life.

Dr. Tolman completed the Vestibular Competency Course through Duke University School of Medicine and the American Physical Therapy Association and is certified in LSVT BIG for treating Parkinson’s Disease. She also served on the board of the Vestibular Disorders Association (VeDA) for three years.

Carly Lochala, PT, DPT, NCS

Dr. Carly Lochala is a board-certified clinical specialist in neurologic physical therapy based in Oregon. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Science and Society from Brown University and her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from New York University. Dr. Lochala further honed her expertise through a neurologic residency at the University of Southern California and completed the Vestibular Competency Course offered by Duke University School of Medicine and the American Physical Therapy Association.

Dr. Lochala’s clinical expertise includes the rehabilitation of patients with facial paralysis, functional movement disorders, and vestibular disorders. In addition to her clinical work, she is passionate about advancing physical therapy education. She serves as an Assistant Professor in the Division of Biokinesiology and Physical Therapy at the University of Southern California and mentors clinicians nationwide through her role as a lecturer for the Neurologic Physical Therapy Professional Education Consortium. Dr. Lochala also designs continuing education courses to help healthcare providers better understand and treat functional neurologic disorders.

Outside of her professional endeavors, Dr. Lochala enjoys running, exploring the outdoors, and spending time with her two children.

How We Got Our Name:

The name Balancing Act Rehabilitation (BAR) was chosen for a couple of reasons. First, it can be a struggle to make time for our own health as we juggle the numerous aspects of life. Whether you’re a busy mother, a busy father, work long hours, are too exhausted to commute to an appointment before or after work, or are simply too symptomatic to commute, BAR makes it easy to master the balancing act of life. You can schedule your appointment before work, after work, or during the day while the kids/grandkids are at school… and all from the comfort of your home. In addition, “balancing act” hints at one of the hallmarks of vestibular disorders: imbalance. The therapists at BAR are here to make regaining your health and life as convenient as possible.