Meet The Team
Cindy Moyneur, MS, PT
My interest in physical therapy began at a young age, having been diagnosed with scoliosis at age 13. After undergoing rehabilitation with a physical therapist, I decided to pursue that as a career. Thanks to good care, I have been able to live a very active life. In addition to my career as a physical therapist, I also volunteer my time with Mountain Rescue team for Los Angeles County.
I was raised in Orange County and attended both CSUF and Long Beach State. I graduated from USC with a combined B.S./M.S. degree in physical therapy. I received an excellent education at USC and I continue to learn new approaches to treatment so I am certain I am providing the best care possible.
I have been practicing for more than 15 years and see a large variety of injuries in my practice. I love that I play a part in helping people get better. I also love the constant interaction and the relationships that develop with my patients.
Anna Bristol, PT
When I was a young girl in Los Angeles, my dad got hurt on the job. Growing up, I wished I could help. When I graduated from high school, I thought I wanted to be a nurse and began to work my way through college. While working in the Accounts Payable department of Centinela Hospital, I got to see what nurses do and decided I did not have what it takes to be a nurse.
A friend suggested I look into a career in physical therapy. What a great idea! I transferred over to the PT clinic and worked for six and a half years as a physical therapy aide while I worked my way through school. I earned my degree in physical therapy from Long Beach State and have been in practice for more than ten years.
I enjoy providing great quality, heartfelt care and being part of the healing process. It is just amazing and gratifying to help people get better. We see patients with all types of problems here at Sequoia. So whether you have had a sports injury, back pain, a total knee replacement or whatever it may be, I look forward to seeing you here.
Brenda Plevney, MS, PT
I was born in San Francisco and moved to southern California as a teenager. I had the good fortune to be guided to a career in physical therapy by my high school counselor. The challenge of medicine and science combined with being able to work with people was very appealing to me. As I became more involved in sports, the role of physical therapy in helping athletes was very appealing as well.
After receiving a bachelor’s degree in psychology and physiology, I attended USC and earned my M.S. in physical therapy. I received an excellent education at USC. Of course, the technological advancements in the field means the learning never stops.
The most exciting part of my career is helping people exceed expectations and surprising the patient, their families and their doctor. It is very gratifying to see my patients go from having painful limitations to fully functional active lifestyles, sometimes at a higher level than prior to their injury.
Ryan Somers, DPT
I learned about physical therapy while growing up in Camarillo, California, a small town in Ventura County best known for its huge outlet mall. Both of my parents had orthopedic problems and so I became interested in the medical field. I wanted to help and serve people who had medical problems too. Trying to choose between becoming a medical doctor or a physical therapist was difficult. Once I learned I was able to spend an hour with a patient as a physical therapist, I was hooked on therapy.
I earned my B.S. in Applied Health and DPT (Doctor of Physical Therapy) degree from Azusa Pacific University. APU provided a wonderful learning experience and a place where I was able to conduct research, most notably studying a core strength exercise program that proved to reduce the number of falls among patients in wheelchairs. I teach the Physiology Lab for the APU, so my association with the university continues.
The atmosphere here at Sequoia is extremely upbeat, warm, personal and friendly. I honestly love my job. We laugh from the time we open to the time we close. Be prepared to have the time of your life while receiving great care here at Sequoia Physical Therapy.
