our team
dr. grant levermore PT, DPT tpi m2/f2
Owner/Physical Therapist - Attica
Grant is originally from Fairport, NY. He graduated from Nazareth College of Rochester with his B.S. in Health Science and his Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT). While at Nazareth College, Grant was an outside hitter for their elite Men’s Volleyball team, competing in two NCAA Tournaments and cultivating his passion for working with athletes at all levels.Professionally, Dr. Levermore has experience working with high level athletes at the Division I & Division III levels. He is certified by the Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) for golf performance. He also has experience working with post operative joint replacements, neuromuscular conditions (MS, Parkinson’s, and Stroke), and general musculoskeletal injuries (back pain, neck pain, joint pain, etc.). Grant is passionate about teaching everyone that walks in the door about their condition and their body so they can become experts. His goal is to have his patients leave each appointment further educated about their condition.
dr. thomas difilippo pt, dpt tpi
Owner/Physical Therapist - Attica
Tommy is originally from East Aurora, NY. He graduated from Nazareth College of Rochester with his Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT), and from Denison University with a B.A. in Physical Education/Athletic Training. As a former collegiate athlete, he has a particular passion for sports performance training and physical therapy, in particular with golfers of all abilities. Tommy is certified through the Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) in golf performance and rehabilitation. He is firm believer in golfers of all abilities investing in their physical capacity and abilities at the same level as their technical abilities and equipment. Not all golf swings should look the same, but your golf swing should match your body’s capabilities. Dr. DiFilippo was previously an aide at step by step in his years prior to being a PT! In his down time, you’ll find him on the golf course or playing some pickup hockey. He is a diehard Buffalo Bills fan patiently awaiting Western New York’s first Super Bowl!
shelly semmel
business manager
Shelly is a lifelong resident of Warsaw NY, graduating in 1992. She obtained her associate’s degree in applied science at Genesee Community College in 1994. She met her husband and got married in 2000 and has 2 boys. Shelly started working for Step By Step Physical Therapy in May of 2006 and have been with the company for over 18 years. She love spending time with friends and family in her spare time.
Dr. Michelle bauer pt, dpt
Clinic director/physical therapist - warsaw
Michelle is originally from Marilla, NY. She has my Bachelors of Science from Gannon University and graduated with my Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Daemen University in 2014. Since 2015, she has been working for Step by Step PT as a Physical Therapist and clinic director.Michelle currently lives in Warsaw with her husband and 4 children. Her hobbies include running and playing sports with her husband and children.
Dr. gianna senay pt, dpt
Clinic director/physical therapist - Akron
Gianna is originally from Long Island, NY! She received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Utica College in 2020 and moved to the Buffalo area shortly after. She is a Primary Spine Care Practitioner in NY state. Her clinical interests include orthopedic conditions, geriatric care, post operative care, and fall prevention. She has spent a lot of time throughout my professional career working with individuals with Parkinson’s Disease. Gianna loves learning new ways to achieve your personal goals and improve your quality of life. She looks forward to working with you!
angel bowman, pta
Physical therapist assistant - attica/Akron
Angel was born and raised in Batavia, NY and have lived in Attica, NY for almost 8 years with her son. She has spent the last 13 years in the health care field, working with a wide variety of patients, doctors and families. She decided to return to school in 2017 and graduated with her Associates degree from GCC in 2020.
Angel enjoys spending a lot of time with her friends and family, and cheering for her son at all of his sporting events. She loves country music, exploring new restaurant's, adventuring anything outdoors, and of course, the Buffalo Bills. Angel started working for Step by Step before she graduated, starting with her temporary licensure, and have been here ever since! She loves working for such a small, personal company, where we all feel like family. She truly enjoys meeting every person who walks in our clinic doors, and she always look forward to helping each person reach their goals!
cathy bergholtz, pta
Physical therapist assistant - warsaw
Cathy grew up in Perry, NY and graduated from PCS. She enlisted in the Army in 1994 where she spent from 1994 to 2000 in active duty then Army National Gaurd from 2000 to 2002. Cathy worked at Manor Oak Nursing Home until they closed in 2003 and decided to go to college. She attended GCC in their PTA program and graduated in 2006. She worked at Step by Step while still in college and after graduation, she started working for the company full time and been here ever since. Her hobbies include going for walks with her dogs and spending time with family, especially her daughter.
patti myers, pta
Physical therapist assistant - akron
Patti graduated from Villa Maria College in 2019. She interned in orthopedic, neurological, geriatric care, and since graduating she worked in outpatient orthopedic, sports therapy. Patti is passionate about guiding patients towards their goals through therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, and individualized treatment plans. Outside of the clinic, she enjoys swimming, hiking, and spending quality time with her family.
Rebecca Ward, PTA
Physical Therapist Assistant
Bio coming soon!!
ANne gates
office assistant - Warsaw
Anne is locally born and raised! Living in Warsaw and went to Warsaw central schools. She likes to do things with my friends and her daughter and love to play cards. Anne loves working at Step by Step because we have a great staff and patients and she enjoys working with everyone in her home town of Warsaw.
Hailee Lowe
office assistant - Attica
Hailee grew up in Alexander. She went on to attend Roberts Wesleyan University, where she earned her Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science with a minor in Coaching. During her time at Roberts, she competed in Division II Track and Field. In Hailee's free time, she enjoys crafting, running, and spending as much time outdoors as possible. She loves staying active and exploring new ways to challenge herself physically while maintaining a healthy balance. She finds fulfillment in supporting individuals as they work toward their personal goals and take pride in creating a positive, motivating environment for those around her.Sam Wahl
office assistant - Akron
Sam grew up and live in Akron, NY. She graduated from Daemen College with a BFA in graphic design and worked for a number of years in veterinary medicine.Outside of work, Sam enjoys reading, crafting and spending time with her dog.