Beacon PT has truly changed my life. I rarely write reviews, but I need to share how amazing my experience has been. Dave has worked magic on me and has brought back quality of life that I did not have as this year started out. I've been working with Dave since early February this year and he is so genuine, kind and supportive. The entire practice, Quintin, Charlie and Dave are all some of the most phenomenal people I have met. Their understanding of body mechanics is unparalleled- Dave is the BEST physical therapist I have ever worked with! He is extremely knowledgeable with cervical and thoracic spine mobility issues. 10000% recommend Beacon!! read more

I came in to beacon physical therapy unsure if I would ever get back into the gym and sports pain free. After attending sessions with Dave for the past 2 months, I can confidently say that I've got my hope back! On top of being a cool guy, Dave has helped me immensely in my journey to becoming pain free. The instant relief from our sessions paired with the take home exercises have had a noticeable impact in such a short time and seeing the change in real time has been so amazing Can't forget about Quintin for the amazing vibes and food and shoutout to Kurt for fitting me into a last minute session. read more

Started going to Beacon 2 years ago for an acute injury and now this team is supporting me through a complex crisis as well. I owe my wellness solely to this group of PTs. They are bar none the best!!! Really didn't know how effective PT could be. It doesn't matter who you see -- Hannah, Kurt, Charlie, etc. they are all absolutely phenomenal. Their knowledge / experiences / specialties are super impressive. Working on anything from shoulder, knee, pelvic floor, jaw, coccyx, hypermobility -- and they are very well connected to specialists in high demand. And how rare it is that the front office is an absolute JOY! Quentin and Susan are professionals who really care. They make scheduling pleasant!!!! I do hate to leave this review because I want them all to myself but I am so grateful! read more

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I came to Beacon with a stress fracture to my foot from running. I worked with Dave who was fantastic. We worked to not only strengthen my foot to improve my recovery, but also analyze my running to avoid repeating the injury in the future. The office staff were also very nice. Highly recommended, would definitely come back! read more

Charlie and Beacon are the gold standard of physical therapy -- really, of any kind of medical care. They all... care. Charlie is kind, calm, empathetic, knowledgable, encouraging, experienced, and talented. Whatever challenge or restrictions you might be experiencing, Beacon should be the first stop for treatment and repair. This group is committed to patient mobility, recovery, and comfort. I am incredibly grateful to Charlie and the staff at Beacon for the healing I have experienced there. They are also just kind and respectful. It means a lot. read more

A friend recommended Beacon PT to me and I was lucky enough to book an appointment with Dr. Kurt Gorrell. I was suffering from severe and constant neck pain that wouldn't even let me sleep, let alone other daily activities and I had gone to so many sessions of chiropractic therapy with no/minimal and temporary results and was very hopeless at that point. On the initial assessment we went over my health history and I was reminded of accidents/injuries I had forgotten about, and he was very thorough with his physical assessment. The biggest surprise was opening his after visit email with detailed reviews/instruction on exercises we went through at the clinic with pictures and videos. My neck pain completely resolved after only 2-3 sessions with Dr. Kurt (I'm writing this review 1 year after my therapy is over and yes I am still pain free). I am forever thankful to Dr. Gorrell. read more

Top notch from Front Desk to Physical Therapy sessions. I have worked with three different therapists at Beacon and they each have a tremendous depth of knowledge. Beacon also made it easy to get reimbursed by my Health Insurance. Highly recommend. read more

I've had back pain for a long time, since college sports. I've tried 10+ physical therapists in San Francisco, and Beacon is the only one that consistently addresses the root pain. Their therapists focus on the structural imbalances and I walk away feeling immediate relief. For my treatments, my sessions are essentially an extremely deep and targeted massage that are far more effective than chiropractors or acupuncture. It's painful but it provides the relief that corrects my imbalances. I recommend them to everyone, particularly for delicate areas such as the neck. read more

The employees of Beacon are INCREDIBLE! I always go in there when I have an injury from climbing, lifting or running. I always leave feeling better and smarter than when I came. They arm me with new exercise to practice at home and information on what I can do to avoid those injuries in the future. But I would be remise if I did not mention Quinton. He is a gravitational force of light & love! Every time I come in for treatment I am welcomed like a long lost relative. He always made me feel welcome and ensured my comfort as well as the other clients who came in for treatment. His calm and peaceful demeanor makes the Beacon experience better than any of the other PT office I have visited and received treatment from. He is an exceptional employee and his presence at is very much appreciated by myself and your clients.  He is the beacon of light at Beacon Physical Therapy. Thank you for Beacon, for your care and hiring such an exceptional staff. read more

Charlie King is the best healthcare professional - of any kind - that I've ever seen. I've unfortunately had a series of musculoskeletal issues for over a decade: foot, ankle, shin, wrist, shoulder, jaw, you name it. I've been to countless podiatrists, orthopedists, chiropractors, neurologists, neuromuscular specialists, and more... with very little improvement. Since I started seeing Charlie in 2018, I've seen drastic improvements in several of these areas. One of the keys to his ability, I think, is that Charlie is open-minded and treats the whole patient, instead of focusing narrowly on how physical therapy should treat a particular diagnostic code. He carefully observes how your whole system is working - or not working - and then formulates some ideas on how to treat that. He specializes in Functional Manual Therapy (direct, often forceful movement akin to chiropractic or massage), but is very open to other methods and works well with other specialists. It's refreshing to work with someone who acknowledges when his current tactics _aren't_ working and when it's time to try something new. Finally, Charlie is just a great person. He's thoughtful, warm, attentive, and even funny! And that really matters when you spend many hours stuck in a small room with him. From my small amount of experience, the other physical therapists at Beacon are also excellent and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them. Even the front-desk staff is awesome - Quintin is fabulous and friendly. So in conclusion, please don't go to see Charlie because I don't want his calendar to get any busier. One star!!! read more

As an endurance athlete, I have had my share of injuries and surgeries that required PT, so I am no stranger to the practice. I was referred to Beacon Physical Therapy by my Ironman coach, and have been very impressed. From my knowledgeble, incredibly thorough and empathetic therapist Hannah, to the friendly, responsive and helpful Quintin at the front desk, I always feel like they have a personal interest in my care and that I am in good hands. I recommend them without reservation if you need PT. read more

I came to Beacon after spending two months at another PT facility for a slipped disk in my back. I was in quite a bit of pain and had even gotten a recommendation to consider surgery after an MRI. My first appointment with Charlie quickly reassured me that I was finally working with someone knowledgable enough to help me. Within weeks, he was able to decrease my pain and discomfort and I was able to dance comfortably at my wedding. Some of the appointments where he worked to loosen my psoas weren't the most comfortable, but they helped me get to a point where I was barely experiencing any discomfort. Six months later, I'm pain free and have regained full mobility - I'm truly blessed. I can't thank Beacon enough for all of the work and support and highly recommend them to anyone. read more

The folks at Beacon Physical Therapy are absolutely amazing. I have been hopping around to different physical therapists for years trying to alleviate my upper back pain, and it wasn't until I started participating in the virtual classes offered by Beacon (after Covid forced businesses to shut down) that I started learning about the root cause of my body pain, as well as learn exercises that can help alleviate my pain. I have primarily worked with Kurt on improving my thoracic spine mobility which has had a drastic improvement for my back pain. I would highly recommend to anyone who has chronic body pain and is looking for knowledgeable individuals that care about helping your pain improve. read more

Charlie and his staff are A+. I have had many surgeries (4 shoulder, 1 elbow, 3 groin) and have seen countless PTs over hundreds of sessions. Charlie is by far the best that I have ever worked with. He is nothing short of impressive. He has a unique ability to work through issues sequentially, resulting in extremely productive sessions. I highly recommend his practice (I have seen his other physicians as well and they are are top notch) and feel lucky that I found a place that can keep me as active as I like to be (surfing, skateboarding, boxing, running and rock climbing). Many of my close friends and family (~10 people) have seen Charlie and his staff and all have called me afterwards with how different/refreshing the experience was. read more

I am nearly 80 years old and after having gone through several injuries and a surgery on my right leg, I was in chronic pain and often in acute pain when walking. Back surgery was recommended to me. Also, due to countless compensations, my body was very misaligned, making walking, sitting, and just about everything else very uncomfortable. I had been close to giving up the goal of staying off of a walker or being in a wheel chair. Then my personal trainer encouraged me to check out Beacon. Since working with Beacon, I am no longer in chronic pain and only experience occasional discomfort. I can walk comfortably for a reasonable amount of time (30-60 minutes) and my functional scoliosis is nearly totally straightened out. Back surgery is completely off the table. I am grateful every day. read more

Coming in, I had no idea what Physical Therapy was about, It was advised by a friend of mine. I had a pinched nerve on my back and felt back discomfort all across so I decided to finally go. Dr. Leah Lau was absolutely amazing, patient and fascinating. Not only she took her time in her sessions to go through drills and exercises but she explained my curious mind about what was going on with me and I thought it was amazing. Physical therapy is such an underrated therapy, everyone should give it a try. We all have bad posture, we all sit too much, we all have bad habits from the world we live in. Go see Dr. Lau and subscribe to her youtube channel ;) read more

I've struggled for over a decade with a severely stiff back, an unstable SI joint, and chronic pain up and down the right side of my body. I've seen half a dozen physical therapists plus various chiropractors, rolf practitioners and acupuncturists. I've seen both Charlie and Lauren at Beacon, and they are hands down the best. They are masters of their craft and have been absolutely game-changing in my healing journey, always working on the broader systemic issues rather than treating just the area that is presenting with pain. Slowly but surely, my stability and mobility have improved and I'm able to be more active again. I recommend both of them wholeheartedly. The entire staff is also incredibly friendly, particularly Quintin at the front desk who is an absolute gem of a human. Thanks Beacon staff for the incredible service. read more

Bottom line: glowing 5 star review. I was originally recommended to see Charles by a friend's wife who is a physical therapist. His schedule is pretty tight, so I made an appointment with Allison instead. I have been unable to run due to knee pain for about 3 years, following running half-marathon. Allison changed all of that - she spent time taking my history a really thorough physical exam, finding that my knee pain was mostly really related to ankle and calf issues. Even after one session of manual therapy, I was feeling better and now I'm able to run again. From talking with friends, who have had bad experiences with physical therapists just handing out exercises, Beacon is truly different. read more

Grateful to Lauren VanCitters for resolving my postpartum pelvic floor problems through a combination of scar mobilization treatment, kegel endurance assessment, and customized advice. She even taught me several exercises to do with a foam roller to alleviate the upper back pain that resulted from constantly hunching over (due to taking care of a newborn). Thank you Lauren! read more

Incredibly rude and arrogant receptionist named Quintin who wouldn't stop calling me to reschedule my appointment and then lied about my insurance read more

If any business deserves 5+ stars for a review, it is this team of healthcare professionals. Beacon Physical Therapy could not be more aptly named. They gave me a beacon of hope when I felt like I would never fully recover after having rotator cuff surgery. I was in a sling/ immobilizer for 6 weeks and I felt like my shoulder would never return to full mobility. Once I saw Ali and met the team at Beacon, I knew that I was in the right hands. Everyone that I interacted with at Beacon was kind and professional. Scheduling could not have been easier. When it came to rehab and strengthening, Ali constantly assessed and reassessed what was working for me and adapted my exercises based on my progression. I'm so impressed with her professionalism- I can honestly say that she never gave less than 100%, every single session. Not only is my mobility where it was pre surgery, I feel like I have a greater awareness and understanding of body mechanics thanks to Ali. Whatever Charles King is doing with his company- he's doing it right. If more businesses were run this way, we'd all be better off. read more

"Leah was very thorough and helped me even after just my first visit!! " She asked a lot of questions, was very nonjudgmental and really gave me some amazing recommendations and things I could do at home to help improve my situation!! Thank you Leah! read more

Charlie and Lauren are lifesavers. They've vastly improved my quality of life and given me my passion back - soccer. I was dealing with a lot of hip / sacroiliac / knee / ankle issues and had to cease all physical activity for over a year. Other physical therapists and orthopedic physicians had no idea how to fix me and I fearfully considered surgery as a possible solution. I'm so glad I didn't go through with it. Coming in for my first session, even with all my doubts and jadedness, I knew I was in good hands 10 minutes into my assessment session. Charlie and Lauren are masters of their craft and blew me away with their expertise, professionalism, and human approach to manual physical therapy. They explain their thought process thoroughly, LISTEN when you tell them how you hurt, and create a plan to get you back on track. I can't say enough good things about them. I've referred 3 friends who were at first doubtful (due to seeing other PT's without luck), but later thanked me profusely for pushing them to see Charlie and Lauren. Please please please, if you're reading this and have pain/dysfunction that's preventing you from living your life the way you want to, give Charlie and Lauren a try. I went from excruciating pain with every step for a year to playing 3 soccer games a week and have even gotten into half marathons and Tough Mudders. They will end the hurt, trust me. read more

Allison has been a breath of fresh air!! I have worked with PT for over 40 years from sports, injuries, rehab of knees surgeries, ankles, hips replacements, muscle tears, bone breaks etc. Ali is a certified functional manual therapist (CFMT) and it was the first time to have someone work with me that helped me sync my muscles in my motion. I now work out and engage my core on every routine. So many things have been updated from no more heel-toe motion when walking to changes in posture. The best part was Ali is hands-on and engages with you. No assistants or modalities, you get 1 hour of her time. Her committment to her profession is evident by her extensive list of training/certifications, her sincerity is evident through her listening skills and active engagement, her passion for helping you overcome your ailment(s) is her overwhelming interest in determing what is truly going on even to the point of helping me with my car seat. She answered all of my questions even when I was questioning her statements, she never was condescending or tired of my challenges. I am well read on the topic of kinesiology and follow Kelly Starlet (The Supple Leopard) et al always learning and challenging, so Ali had her hands full. Ali always handled my challenges better then a press secretary! Above all, she became a friend and person that I could count on no matter what. I know that I have someone I can trust and believe in. While I hope that I never need her help again ;-) I am less aprehensive about going to PT and actually look forward to seeing Ali. Paul read more

Beacon has been a lifesaver for helping me work through any injuries I've managed to accumulate. Most recently working with Hannah, she really helped drastically reduce the amount of pain I was in. read more

My PT recommended I see Charles King after unsuccessfully reducing my hip bursitis pain. He raved about Charles and how he treats from a more holistic (not the crunchy granola kind) approach vs localized treatment. He said he was/is a 'next level' PT and that I needed that. He was right! I've been to 3 sessions with Charles and I am already feeling a difference - less pain, walking better and dancing with minimal pain. My hips have been a problem for 2 years and at it's worst it would keep me up a night, every night. I can see the pain-free light at the end of the tunnel! I kinda feel like I've been let in on an industry secret and if the secret gets out he'll be booked up for months. Charles is amazing! Don't suffer in pain like I did, make an appointment. NOW! read more

Charlie says he's a physical therapist, but I'm pretty sure that's just a disguise so that he can move freely in society. He's actually a wizard. I was hit by a car while biking to work in October 2014. When I went to my doctor about my injury, I was told to wait it out, since "it might get better on its own." Well, it didn't, so after two months of pain and reduced activity, I asked my friends for physical therapy recommendations. One of my friends, herself a physical therapist, recommended Charlie. She said he saved her from another hip surgery. She raved about him. And she was right. 1) Charlie is incredibly kind, humble, and approachable, and he bends over backwards to make sure you are aware of and comfortable with what's going on. In the simplest terms, he is a good person. 2) Charlie is amazing at what he does. There's a reason he's the physical therapists' physical therapist. In our very first appointment, he was able to quickly assess what was going on with my body, and do a few quick adjustments/magic tricks that immediately brought me pain relief, increased flexibility, and increased strength. That's obviously a case-by-case thing, but after months of being demoralized by my injuries and dismissed by my doctor, it felt like a miracle that Charlie listened to me, listened to my body, and got to the bottom of things on our first session. I wasn't completely fixed after one session, but a few weeks with Charlie got me to a point where I felt comfortable following through with my plans to fulfill my dream of cycling up to the summit of Haleakala. I've been seeing him for a while now as we work to get my body back to pre-collision levels (and expand to treat some preexisting issues), and I look forward to every session, both because of the quality of the treatment, and also because I just enjoy Charlie's company. read more

I feel very fortunate to have found Beacon PT. The staff are incredibly warm and helpful. My physical therapist Leah is smart, patient, very knowledgeable and best of all a natural healer! I have lower back pain that comes from my L4. & L5 discs. Each time I've gone to PT I feel better alignment in my spine. I would recommend this place to my dearest friends - and in fact I have. read more

I was so very impressed with Dr. Allison Massopust! When I came in for my first visit to try and get some solutions to my back pain, she really took the time to listen as I described my physical issues. I was struck by her empathy and attention to detail. Then right away she armed me with exercises and strategies I could use at home to stretch my sore back. She demonstrated how to do the moves properly, and even filmed me on my phone while I practiced them, in order to help me do them right at home. Later I received an email with more detail on how to strength train and work on alignment. So much dedication to a new patient, and such a kind and detailed message... I would recommend her to anyone in pain who wants real solutions. read more

I absolutely love Beacon Physical Therapy. My PT moved away and she highly recommended Charles. He totally lived up to her recommendation. I have made significant improvements under Charles care, getting stronger and being able to do things I have not been able to in 4 years. In the past 4 months, I've had 24 sessions and both staff members that manage the front desk have been incredibly helpful, sweet and welcoming. Speaking of, I have to bring up a negative review I read from April about them. It totally perplexed me that someone would have anything negative to say about them. Take that review with a grain of salt. I highly recommend Charles and his team at Beacon! read more

This place is phenomenal. I am a dancer and suffered from plantar fasciitis which wouldn't heal--- until I was referred to Charlie. In one treatment, my foot felt much better. He has a massage/chiropractic technique that addresses the issues that were going on with my foot. He was a dancer himself and knew how important it was for me to dance. He is sensitive and understanding and is expert in the muscular/skeletal system like no other. After seeing countless podiatrists with no success, I now understand how I got this dread foot problem and how to heal it. I wish there were more stars to give Beacon Physical Therapy and Charlie. read more

Genius with a kind heart. I had been suffering from horrible leg and foot pain from CRPS or RSD (I hope everyone who suffers from this finds this review). All the literature and every MD give patients a bleak prognosis. Not Charlie. Why? Because he understands intricacies and mechanisms between joints, tissues, bones, muscles, and nerves. Orthotics? Check. Tape? Check. Manual hands on therapy? Check. Compression stocking? Check. He uses all and every modality. All PTs know the same thing, right? Wrong. I had been to half a dozen PTs. All of them had me do calf raises in the corner or exercises on a Pilates mat or with bands. Stuff you could view on YouTube. You can imagine my results. I did my assessment with Charlie using a scoring tool today. We were both so thrilled. I improved my pain and function by at least 40% (probably more but my math is poor) over just a few months. I am walking better, feeling better, and most importantly, I have confidence my leg and foot will return to baseline. Normal. If you're suffering from chronic pain and have been told you just have to live with it, you MUST see Charlie. The guy is smart, professional, pleasant, accessible, and experienced. read more

I started seeing Lauren in January to get treatment for shin splints (been dealing with them on and off since 2011). I run a lot, and it's frustrating when I can't train the way I want to because of the pain and inflammation. I'd tried all sorts of self-massage techniques and ice on my own, but nothing seemed to be fixing the root cause. When I first met with Lauren, she did some assessment of my biomechanics and started a bit of treatment. I already noticed a difference after one session. I continued seeing Lauren as I was ramping up mileage for a half marathon, and despite that, my shins felt better than they had in a long time. Lauren has helped pinpoint some areas that I didn't even know I needed to work on, and she's also helped me treat alignment issues that I was kind of aware of, but had no idea how to correct them. Oh, and Lauren is also a super intense marathon runner, and it's great to get training advice to top it all off. read more

Dr. Leah Lau is the best! She could tell what my problem was upon first glance (ended up going in for tmj) and then did further intake to confirm and asses the problem. She was very patient with me and is very intelligent. My results after just one session were extraordinary. I obviously need more sessions, as there is no quick fix, but she is great. Highly recommend. read more

Highly, highly recommend Beacon Physical Therapy. As an aging athlete, I've been to several PT's over the years and know first-hand the depth of knowledge and expertise that Dr. Charlie King brings to every appointment. Dr. King has helped me to almost eliminate my low-back/hip/pelvis pain with his manual therapy, muscle release, stretches and exercises. Dr. King also helped my daughter tremendously with post-surgical therapy on her foot. Extremely professional and thorough. Very friendly staff and office. read more

I have been seeing chiropractors and physical therapists for about 4 years now and they are by FAR the best. They are incredibly professional, friendly, and care deeply about their patients and getting to the root of the problem instead of temporary fixes. I have Leah and she is very approachable and I feel comfortable sharing what I am dealing with. She is passionate about physical therapy and helping patients, and that is obvious by how she will dive deep into my medical history, do her own research on what I am dealing with (I have a very complicated history!), refer me to other doctors, and respond via email when I can't come in. Charlie and the rest of the team are also very lovely and very talented! I have gained so much relief from them and am learning how to manage the pain and my life on my own. I am so appreciative of them! read more

I can't say enough about the thoroughness and professionalism from therapist, Allison Massopust. I have been dealing with a neck injury for more than twenty years and after a hour with Allison she created a game plan for my situation, and reduced the discomfort in my neck considerably. She is a top notch professional. read more

Just as Angelica Skyler (of Hamilton fame) "knows her sister like she knows her own mind," so it is with Allison M and the human body. I have chronic neck pain, but because of my work with Allison, I feel more in the driver's seat with my pain, instead of being at its mercy. Allison taught me lots of strengthening and stretching routines to manage the pain. She is extremely patient and has a kind, useful way of explaining things. She has a great eye for proper form. Between Allison's manual adjustments to my neck and the exercises she taught me, I would always have greater flexibility and less pain at the end of the session. The results are exciting and tangible. Plus, after enough sessions, I got the hang of things, and I can do the stretches/exercises on my own. Allison knows her stuff and she cares about helping people. I can't thank her enough. read more

I was recommended to Beacon by a friend after seeing multiple other physical therapists and treatment professionals for a repetitive strain injury (RSI) that started in my wrist and spread to my whole forearm. By this point my RSI had gotten so serious that I was taking some time off work. Finding Lauren was such a huge physical and emotional relief. Not only is she a very skilled practitioner, she is a wonderful human being. If you have any chronic pain issues, I highly recommend you try working with the Beacon team. read more

I've been seeing Charles now for the past 3 months, and words can't describe how positive of an impact he has made on my life. I'm a physical therapist and a competitive amateur cyclist. I was sidelined from the sport I loved most, to a plaguing knee injury. I tried several different treatment options, with some benefits, but an ongoing pain that kept me from riding the way I really wanted to. It was starting to affect me more than physically- mentally and emotionally. I had made up my mind that I was just going to have to grit my teeth and ride through the pain, as not racing my bike wasn't going to be an option. Then I happened to meet Charles during a class, and I scheduled an appointment. During that first 1 hour appointment, one of the manual therapy techniques he performed took me from 1 year of constant pain, to being virtually pain-free- I knew this was the guy that was gonna get me back on the bike. 3 months later, I'm back training hard, competing, and having success: all thanks to Charles. He's helped me deal with the physical and psychological components of this injury, and I can't thank him enough. He's been a great professional resource, as I've referred clients to him for treatment. For those that may not know about the letters behind his name: he has completed residencies and fellowships in manual therapy, making him an advanced practitioner in the field of physical therapy. If you've been dealing with a nagging injury, and are just tired of being in pain: do yourself a favor, and schedule an appointment with Charles. read more