Catherine is passionate about creating environments that are efficient, supportive, and centered on providing the best possible experience for both staff and patients.

Catherine is a North Carolina native who grew up in Fayetteville and earned her Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from Meredith College, where she also served as a teaching assistant and fitness instructor. Her passion for healthcare developed early in 2012 while gaining hands-on experience in her fathers private practice, Herring Plastic Surgery, where she took on clerical responsibilities and learned the importance of patient focused care.

Catherine joined The Running PTs and BYoung Physical Therapy in 2020, quickly distinguishing herself through her leadership and dedication. She became Office Manager in 2022 and now serves as Director of HR and Operations. In this role, Catherine oversees the core functions that drive organizational efficiency, including HR, compliance, and operational systems. She leads strategic initiatives, fosters a collaborative and high-performing team culture, and continually optimizes operations to support sustainable growth and excellence. Catherine is passionate about creating environments that are efficient, supportive, and centered on providing the best possible experience for both staff and patients

Outside of work, she stays active through tennis and running and enjoys spending time at the beach.

“Outstanding physical therapy and other services to keep you healthy and moving in whatever sport or activity you do. Brandon, Lee, and Erin are the best. Very accommodating hours, some nights and early mornings. Excellent and very clean facility in an easy location. Certified in dry needling and highly effective in using this. Recently added a truly incredible 3D running gait analysis system (with a highly trained physical therapist who specializes in this, Lee) so runners can finally get to the root of their problems by seeing computer generated images at every ankle and with extreme detail. I have been a runner for 30+ years and have always run high mileage. In spite of very few injuries, I plan to have the 3D analysis to help me run faster and to minimize injuries going forward.”

MARY S.