Meet the ASPIRE foothill Team

AARON MCGUINNESS PT, DPT, OCS, OWNER

HOURS: M/W/F 7:00AM-6:00PM

Born and raised in Glendale, Aaron McGuinness is the founder and owner of Aspire Physical Therapy & Sports Performance. He specializes in orthopedic and sports physical therapy. He received his Bachelor of Science Degree from Gonzaga University, where he was a 4-year starting shortstop on the Bulldog baseball team. He completed his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of Southern California in 2011 and was accepted into the university’s residency program, where he completed his Orthopedic Certified Specialist in 2011.

Aaron worked closely with many sports physicians, including a Dodger physician, Dr. John Itamura, the USC sports physician Dr. George Hatch, and the Lakers physician Dr. Dan Kharrazi with Kerlan and Jobe Orthopedics. Aaron works with a wide array of athletes, from adolescent to professional, by developing sport specific exercises, injury prevention programs, post-operative protocols, and strengthening programs to return to the prior level of function.

Aaron’s Vision: “I want to help athletes of all ages perform at the peak level with strength and body mechanics that will promote the athlete’s maximum ability while preventing injury. Many athletes are unaware of their faulty movement patterns and risk for injury until it is too late, and that’s where we can help. With proper training, treatment, and motivation, the athlete can get the most out of themselves. And remember, we are all athletes in our own way, so this approach is appropriate for all patient types.”

Certifications/Memberships:
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
Orthopedic Certified Specialist (OCS)
CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer
Hawk Grips Technique for Manual Therapy

Reid Gantney PT, DPT, ATC, CSCS

HOURS: M 8AM-6PM, T/T 7AM-6PM, W 12-6PM, F 7AM-12PM

Reid was born and raised in La Canada. He was involved in youth sports in the area his whole life as a player, coach, and Athletic Trainer. While attending his undergraduate studies in Athletic Training at California State University Northridge (CSUN), Reid coached high school football and volleyball at La Canada High School and Saint Francis High School. Reid started his professional career as the Head Athletic Trainer for John Burroughs High School in Burbank, where he worked for the better part of a decade to evaluate, rehabilitate, and prevent injuries to student-athletes. During this time, Reid continued to pursue his education, completed his Master’s Degree in Exercise Science, and became a certified strength and conditioning specialist. Reid also became a part-time faculty member at CSUN as a professor in the kinesiology department, sharing his passion with future athletic training students. Reid again decided to further his clinical knowledge and returned to CSUN to complete his Doctorate in Physical Therapy, where he developed a passion for working with many patients beyond athletes. Reid is grateful to serve the same community he calls home to his family.

In his free time, Reid enjoys playing basketball, softball, volleyball, and golf. Reid is excited to share his enthusiasm for movement and help patients of all ages get back to doing the activities that make them happy.

Certifications/Memberships:

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

Board Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC)

Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)

adriana Ardila, PT, DPT

HOURS: M 1PM-6PM, T 8AM-6PM, W 7AM-6PM, TH 8AM-6PM, F 1PM-6PM

Adriana graduated from Columbia University with her Doctorate of Physical Therapy, and is currently a USC orthopedic resident, delving deeper into her orthopedic clinical experience and research.

She was born in Bogotá, Colombia, and raised in Miami, FL. Throughout her youth, she has studied all styles of dance, from classical to social and cultural. She earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts at Florida State University. Adriana has performed professionally with Princeton Ballet, and various dance festivals both nationally and internationally.

Through her experience teaching dance, she fostered her understanding of movement patterns and injury prevention. She prioritized learning and nurturing people’s needs to maximize movement efficiency, empowering clients to proactively prioritize their health.

Adriana is a lifelong student dedicated to traveling all over the world to teach, dance, perform, build community, and learn about different cultures.

Certifications:
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

MAGGIE YAMAMOTO, PT, DPT, NCS

HOURS: M 10AM-2PM

Maggie Yamamoto graduated from Gonzaga University with a degree in Human Physiology. She then earned her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of Southern California (USC) and completed the USC/Rancho Los Amigos Neurologic Residency program shortly after.

She is a Board Certified Neurologic Clinical Specialist in physical therapy. Before coming to Aspire Physical Therapy, she worked as a full-time clinical faculty at USC, gaining further experience working with individuals with chronic neurologic conditions. Some areas of expertise include neurodegenerative conditions, headaches/migraines, post-concussion/traumatic brain injury, stroke, AIDP/CIDP, and dizziness/vestibular disorders.

Maggie maintains her adjunct faculty position at USC and she continues to teach in the USC DPT Program. Maggie grew up in the Bay Area of Northern California and played many sports, including volleyball, swimming, and tennis. She was a swim coach for children ages 4-18 years old for 2 years, before embarking on her physical therapy journey.

She enjoys treating those with neurologic conditions and feels she can be a positive support and advocate for these individuals. Her goal is to help people maximize their ability to participate in their desired activities. In her free time, she enjoys being in the outdoors, hiking, swimming, backpacking, fly fishing, and skiing.

Certifications:
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
Board Certified Neurologic Clinical Specialist (NCS)

Patty Burson, PT, DPT

HOURS: Mon/Tues/Wed/Th/ 7AM-4PM

Patty earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the University of Southern California after completing her undergraduate studies at Cal State Long Beach. Driven by a passion for lifelong learning and clinical excellence, she is currently pursuing an orthopedic residency to further deepen her expertise in movement science and musculoskeletal care. Her journey into physical therapy was inspired by a lifelong involvement in gymnastics—first as an athlete, and later as a coach. It was through coaching that she discovered a love for helping others move better, overcome challenges, and unlock their full physical potential.

In the clinic, Patty brings a thoughtful, individualized approach to patient care, blending evidence-based practice with a deep commitment to education, empowerment, and movement optimization. She is especially passionate about helping people return to the activities they love with confidence and resilience. Outside of the clinic, she enjoys working out, going for walks, and spending time at the beach whenever she can—even if it’s a bit more of a drive now that she lives in Pasadena. She loves spending time with friends and family and cherishes quality time with “her people”.

Certifications:
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

Patty Burson, PT, DPT ASPIRE PHYSICAL THERAPY - FOOTHILL

COURTNEY RUSSEL, Patient Care Coordinator

Rae-Lyn Daza, Patient Care Coordinator

HOURS: WEEKDAYS 9AM-5PM