Cohen Health and Performance who we are

Our team of physical therapists and performance coaches are committed to raising the bar of healthcare and training here in Bethesda and McLean. We believe that anyone who values an active and healthy lifestyle deserves nothing less than the highest quality of care, a level of attention and dedication that is often reserved for elite athletes. Our mission is clear: to enrich the lives of those who aspire to lead an active lifestyle by delivering exceptional physical therapy and performance training services.

In pursuing this mission, we set ourselves apart by treating every client as unique. We recognize that your path to recovery and performance enhancement is unlike anyone else’s, and we believe that a tailored approach is essential for achieving the best results. Unlike clinics that simultaneously divide their attention among multiple patients, we ensure that your time with us is exclusively devoted to you. This one-on-one approach empowers us to help you overcome injuries efficiently and swiftly, facilitating your return to peak performance in the shortest possible time.

Our comprehensive physical therapy services are designed to address a wide range of needs, from recovering from injuries to optimizing your physical potential. We understand that life’s unexpected challenges can lead to injuries or physical setbacks, and our expert team of physical therapists is dedicated to guiding you through the healing process. We offer personalized treatment plans that consider your unique circumstances and goals.

For athletes and weekend warriors who seek to optimize their performance, our performance training programs are second to none. We have Performance U for high school athletes dreaming of playing collegiate sports, Adult Strength and Conditioning, and our Peak Performance Blueprint to show athletes how they can optimize their athletic potential.

We firmly believe that when you invest in your health and well-being, you deserve the best care and attention. Our commitment is to provide the level of care you truly deserve, helping you recover, thrive, and lead a fulfilling, active lifestyle. Our philosophy is simple: your health is our priority, and we are here to support you on your journey to a stronger, healthier, and more active life.

MEET OUR TEAM

Dr. Zac began his career working in professional sports. He noticed a large discrepancy between the quality of care that elite athletes receive when compared to the normal active public. This inspired him to create Cohen Health and Performance, a place that treats everyone as if they are a professional athlete! He graduated summa cum laude from Northeastern University in 2011 with his Doctorate...

Dr. Debra Rios is Vice President of Cohen Health and Performance. She received her Doctorate of Public Health in Health Promotion and Behavioral Sciences from The University of Texas School of Public Health. She has also been a Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) for over 13 years. Dr. Rios has worked in a variety of public health settings and focus areas including worksite wellness,...

Dr. Sebastian was a Division 1 baseball pitcher until a shoulder injury cut his career short. This led him to discover his passion for helping others recover from injury, and perform the sports and activities they love. His journey began as a baseball coach, private instructor, and performance coach before he decided to pursue a career in physical therapy so that he can best serve athletes of all...

Dr. Ethan has always had a passion for athletics and knew he wanted to follow a career path that would allow him to help injured athletes return and stay on the field. This passion for athletics led him to receive his bachelor’s degree in athletic training from the University of Delaware where he worked exclusively with Division 1 athletes and completed two separate NFL internships. Ethan...

Dr. Sam grew up in Minnesota and spent his time getting involved in as many sports as possible including baseball, soccer, basketball, and football. He went on to attend Bethany Lutheran College in Minnesota, a small Division III college; this allowed Sam to participate in both soccer and track and field at a collegiate level while maintaining his focus on academics. During his time at Bethany,...

Dr. Sneh Bhakta was born and raised in Minnesota and recently moved to the DMV area. Growing up, he enjoyed hiking outdoors, playing football, and playing cricket. After graduating from the University of Minnesota with a bachelor’s in psychology, Dr. Bhakta worked as a personal trainer, which helped him find his passion for movement as medicine. He honed his skills as a personal trainer,...

Dr. Catherine Biddle started gymnastics at three years old and continued on to a successful career throughout club gymnastics and as a Division 1 collegiate athlete at Northern Illinois University (NIU). Like most other gymnasts, Catherine was no stranger to injuries. When she fractured her leg in several places during her junior year of high school—an injury that could have ended her...

Dr. Matthew Anastasia is a Long Island, New York native with a passion for sports, having played football and lacrosse throughout his youth. His interest in physical therapy was sparked when he worked with a physical therapist to recover from a broken arm sustained during a football game. It was during this rehab experience that he truly recognized the profound impact a skilled therapist can...

Personalized care

We treat you individually so that you get back to performing the activities you love as quickly as possible. Our physical therapists will never compromise the quality of care that they can deliver by treating multiple patients at the same time. While this is common practice at other physical therapy clinics, this is simply not the CHP way!