Heather Wray, PT
LeeAnn Nelson Physical Therapy
The Only Locally Owned Physical Therapy Practice in Cecil County
LeeAnn Nelson Physical Therapy
Heather Wray, PT
Heather has been a physical therapist since graduating from University of Maryland at Baltimore in 1988. Her emphasis is geriatric and neurologic rehabilitation treating patients recovering from stroke, Parkinson’s disease, arthritis, osteoporosis and people with balance and falling issues.
Heather also treats patients with BPPV / Vestibular issues.
Heather is a guest instructor with the Stepping On classes through CCHD and sits on the Cecil College PT Assistant Advisory Board. Heather is the Clinical Coordinator of Clinical Education taking students from local PT/PTA programs and is a Certified CI through the APTA.
In her spare time, Heather enjoys outdoor activities with her family along with supporting the arts.
Carol Martinelli, MPT, WCS
Carol has been a physical therapist since graduating from Shenandoah University in 1995. Her emphasis has always been on Women’s Health and manual therapy since her internship at Royal Brisbane Women’s Hospital in Australia. She utilizes techniques including strain counter strain, muscle energy, visceral mobilization, Maitland and McKenzie. She became board certified in Women’s Health in June of 2009 through the APTA.
Grace Ly, DPT
Grace earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Biology from Arcadia University in 2022. She continued on to earn her Master of Science in Clinical Health Science in 2024 and a Doctorate of Physical Therapy in 2025 from the University of Delaware.
Her interest is in treating patients with orthopedic and women’s pelvic floor conditions.
Grace is published in her work with geographic variation of bats. In her spare time, she enjoys running, hiking, traveling, reading, music, and art.
Nicole Tadler, PT, DPT
Nicole earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science from the University of Delaware in 2011 and then continued her education to receive her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Rutgers University in 2015. Following graduation, Nicole went on to graduate from a year long, ABPTRFE credentialed Sports Physical Therapy Residency in 2017. Since 2017, Nicole has been involved in the community by focusing on high school athletes as a PT liaison. In 2020, Nicole came to join the outstanding team at LeeAnn Nelson Physical Therapy where she hopes to become a part of the community and help treat orthopedic and athletic populations. Outside of work, Nicole is involved in the crossfit community of Delaware and enjoys treating functional fitness athletes.
Jeri Thompson, PTA
Jeri graduated in 2021 from Cecil College as a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant with an Associate’s Degree in Physical Therapy. Licensed to practice in both Maryland and Delaware, with four years of experience in an outpatient setting. Skilled in providing patient-centered care, assisting in treatment plan implementation, and supporting patients in achieving improved mobility and functional outcomes. Dedicated to promoting wellness and rehabilitation through evidence-based practice and compassionate patient interaction.
Skylar Sheppard, PTA
Skylar Sheppard earned a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from Salisbury University in 2022 and then continued her education to graduate from Cecil College’s Physical Therapy Assistant Program in 2024. She provides patient-centered care with a positive and encouraging attitude and implements exercises and modalities, according to each individuals treatment program, to assist with improving mobility, pain, and overall patient wellness.
Skylar enjoys taking ceramics classes at Cecil College and hiking in Fair Hill in her free time.
Jessica Canami, PTA
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Wendy Symes, Office Manager
Jenny Tassone, Front Office
Jenny is a certified personal trainer. She is a graduate of the University of Delaware and has received certification through International Sports Science Association and American Fitness Professionals Association. She has taught senior’s strength training and balance as well as aerobics through Cecil College for two years. Jenny has been a part of the health & fitness community for 20 years; teaching classes, personal training, and instructing clients on improving overall fitness. Jenny wears many hats at LANPT. She can be found checking in patients, billing, assisting patients in the gym with their program and more.