Austin – Central Bailey Physical Therapy
Phone
(512) 900-3231Fax
(512) 302-3921
Clinic Hours
- Monday
- 9:00 AM - 6:30 PM
- Tuesday
- 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 9:00 AM - 6:30 PM
- Thursday
- 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Friday
- 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- Closed
Meet the Team

Kelsey Birk PT, DPT, OCS

Kelsey Birk PT, DPT, OCS
Dr. Kelsey Birk earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from the University of Texas Southwestern (UTSW) in Dallas. Prior to UTSW, she obtained her Bachelor’s degree in Human Biology from the University of Texas at Austin (Hook ‘em!). She is an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS), Certified in Dry Needling, a Certified Clinical Instructor, and also earned her Manual Therapy Certification through Evidence In Motion (EIM).
Dr. Birk enjoys treating patients with all musculoskeletal and orthopedic conditions. With a background in both pediatrics and orthopedics, she has fun treating patients of all ages. She was drawn to the altruistic nature of the profession and loves helping her patients return to their previous level of function for improved quality of life.
When she’s not in the clinic, she partakes in all things health and fitness related. She spends her time training for races, strength training in the gym, or enjoying time
outdoors and hiking. As an Austin native, she loves taking advantage of the many things to do around Austin, whether it be spending time on the lake, listening to live music, or trying new restaurants.

Jamie Reese PT, DPT, OCS, CLT

Jamie Reese PT, DPT, OCS, CLT
Dr. Reese is the Central Park Clinic Director.
Dr. Reese earned her Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy (DPT) from Regis University in Colorado. Prior to that she earned her Master of Science degree in Physical Therapy from the University of Central Florida and her Bachelor of Science degree in Physiology from the University of Arizona. Dr. Reese is a graduate of the Evidence In Motion (EIM) Orthopedic and Manual Physical Therapy Residency program and is Board Certified as an Orthopedic Physical Therapy Specialist (OCS) by the American Physical Therapy Association.
She enjoys treating all orthopedic conditions with a special emphasis in soft tissue injuries and joint replacement surgeries. Dr. Reese is also the head of the TexPTS Cancer Recovery and Rehabilitation program and is a Certified Lymphedema Specialist. She is passionate about helping patients regain full function and return to normal activities after undergoing cancer treatment.
When she is not treating patients, Dr. Reese enjoys traveling, hiking, rock climbing, camping, mountain biking, and woodworking. She also enjoys taking her four dogs (Bailey, Morgan, Lykan, and Avery) for walks.

Tim Turpen PT, DPT

Tim Turpen PT, DPT
Tim Turpen earned his Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) from the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences. Prior to that, Tim obtained his Bachelor of Arts in Kinesiology from Whittier College.
Tim specializes in providing compassionate, empathetic, and well-rounded healthcare and is most interested in treating low back pain.
In his free time, Tim enjoys golfing, hiking, and trying new foods.

Maxwell Zapp PT, DPT
Physical Therapist
Maxwell Zapp PT, DPT
Physical TherapistDr. Maxwell Zapp earned his Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from Baylor University. Before that, he earned his Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Integrative Physiology from the University of Colorado. Currently, Maxwell is completing an orthopedic residency program through Evidence In Motion (EIM), working towards becoming an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS).
Maxwell enjoys helping patients achieve their goals and return to their active lives through physical therapy. He is most interested in treating shoulder injuries.
In his free time, Maxwell enjoys hiking, exercising, and paddleboarding on town lake.

Kennedy King PT, DPT, OCS
Clinic Director
Kennedy King PT, DPT, OCS
Clinic DirectorDr. Kennedy King earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology from Indiana University prior to obtaining her Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from the University of St. Augustine. Her passion for movement and caring for others began at a young age, which naturally developed into a desire to integrate the two as a career.
Kennedy believes physical therapy is not one-size-fits-all and focuses on curating custom treatments through evidence-based research for superior patient outcomes. She has had a variety of experience with diverse populations, including musculoskeletal & orthopedic conditions, vestibular and balance rehabilitation, neuro conditions, and pre-and post-surgical patients. Whether you are a weekend warrior or trying to get back to everyday activities, Kennedy wants to get you feeling like your best self through skilled manual therapy and innovative exercise.
Outside of the clinic, Kennedy enjoys cooking for her friends and family, watching Ohio State football, walking her Frenchie, Bowie, and paddle boarding at Barton Springs.
Texas Physical Therapy Specialists in Travis County
Do you need a convenient physical therapy clinic to accomplish your goals? If so, consider our clinic at Central Bailey in Austin. Our office is easy to reach from anywhere in the Austin area. We’re just off the North Mopac Expressway and West 35th Street Interchange.
Our staff is committed to helping you resolve issues impeding your well-being. Whether it’s back, neck, knee, or hip pain, sports injuries, balance issues, or any other concern, our dedicated staff will collaborate with you to discover effective solutions. Our mission is to enhance your daily life and bring you greater satisfaction.
Specialties & Treatments at Our Clinic
We are located among and coordinate with many prominent medical facilities in Central Austin. Our clinic treats both acute and chronic pain including back pain, podiatry problem, post-COVID problems, and much more. Our team of physical therapists employs a variety of techniques, including blood flow restriction therapy, trigger point dry needling, and manual therapy, to aid in your recovery from injuries and pain.
Meet Our Top Therapists in Austin
Our company is committed to providing specialty level care, with majority of therapists holding orthopedic or sports clinical specializations or enrolled in residency programs to achieve their specialization beyond having Doctor of Physical Therapy degrees. Contact us today to schedule your consultation to achieve a pain-free life.
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