Phil Richards, PT, DPT
Owner & Founder, Timpanogos Physical Therapy
Dr. Phil Richards is the kind of physical therapist who will talk fishing, family, and your favorite hobbies in the same breath as joints, nerves, and biomechanics. He grew up in Utah County after his family settled there when his dad joined the psychology faculty at BYU. Phil graduated from Spanish Fork High School, earned a bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science from Brigham Young University, and completed his Doctor of Physical Therapy at Franklin Pierce University in Goodyear, Arizona.
As a kid with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, Phil spent more time in doctors’ offices than he would have liked. But those visits shaped him. Having providers who helped him stay active—on the ice, in the mountains, and outdoors with his family—planted the seed that he could do the same for others. That lived experience with pain and limitation still informs how he listens, explains, and designs each patient’s plan.
Before opening his own clinic, Phil worked with professional athletes in the Cleveland Indians organization and treated a wide range of orthopedic and sports injuries in hospitals, outpatient sports clinics, and home health. In 2017, he founded Timpanogos Physical Therapy with a simple mission: bring high-level, evidence-based care and advanced technology to a clinic that still feels like “your hometown PT.”
Known around the clinic as “Doctor Phil,” he has become a regional resource for shockwave therapy and other modern, noninvasive tools. He blends shockwave, EMTT, red light therapy, EMS body sculpting, pelvic floor chair treatments, and smart exercise programming to help patients who often feel like they’ve already “tried everything.”
Phil’s daily focus is improving the lives of both his patients and his team. Outside of work, he’s usually chasing something—bass on the lake, a puck on the ice, a campfire in the mountains, or one of his six kids. That love of an active, outdoorsy life is exactly what he’s trying to protect and restore for the people he treats.
Kelsey Heimbigner, PTA
Physical Therapist Assistant
If you’ve spent more than five minutes at Timpanogos Physical Therapy, you probably know Kelsey. She’s the calm, upbeat energy on the floor, the one cheering you on between reps, and the reason so many patients say, “I actually look forward to coming here.”
Kelsey has been a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant for over ten years. She graduated from the PTA program at Dixie State, where she combined a love of science with her lifelong passion for movement. Before she ever stepped into the clinic, she was an athlete—playing volleyball, basketball, running track, and jumping into city league softball. Those years on the court and field gave her a deep appreciation for what strong, healthy movement can do for confidence and quality of life.
In the clinic, Kelsey is known for her perfect mix of kindness and push. She’s patient and encouraging, but she’s not afraid to challenge you when she knows you’re capable of more. Whether you’re rehabbing from surgery, dealing with a nagging injury, or just nervous about starting PT, she has a way of making things feel doable—and even fun.
Kelsey and her husband live in Spanish Fork with their two daughters. When she’s not helping patients hit new milestones, you’ll find her watching Jazz basketball, spending time with family, or chasing her girls around the neighborhood.
Quietly humble but an absolute rockstar in the clinic, Kelsey is a big part of why Timpanogos PT feels less like a medical office and more like a place where people come to get better, feel supported, and be cheered on every step of the way.
Ellie Tripp
Office Manager
Ellie Tripp is the friendly face and warm welcome at Timpanogos Physical Therapy. As Office Manager, she’s often the first person patients meet—and she’s incredibly good at helping people feel comfortable, cared for, and at ease from the moment they walk through the door.
With years of experience in front-desk, wellness, and client-support roles in fitness studios, spas, and healthcare-adjacent settings, Ellie brings a calm, organized presence to a busy clinic. She has a natural gift for remembering names, stories, and details, and she genuinely enjoys making sure each person feels seen and supported.
From greeting patients at check-in to answering questions, scheduling, and assisting with body sculpting, pelvic floor, EMTT, and shockwave therapy sessions, Ellie is dedicated to creating a smooth, positive experience from start to finish.
Outside of work, Ellie loves staying active, teaching spin classes, and doting on her Goldendoodle, who gets just as much affection and attention as she gives to patients.
Her goal is simple: make every visit feel welcoming, stress-free, and genuinely human.