Doctors of Physical Therapy

Doctors of Physical Therapy

Therapist-owned private physical therapy network

Overview

Empower unites private physical therapy practices in the Southwest into a therapist-owned network that emphasizes a people-first culture. It delivers physical therapy care through its clinics in AZ, CA, TX, and LA, with therapists leading and collaborating across practices to provide high-quality care and meaningful outcomes for patients. Unlike typical chains, Empower keeps clinician ownership and local autonomy while sharing best practices and standards across the network, focusing on clinical excellence and a strong patient experience. The goal is to help people achieve a higher level of functional living by delivering effective therapy, supporting communities, and advancing the physical therapy profession.

About Doctors of Physical Therapy

Simplify's Rating
Why Doctors of Physical Therapy is rated
B-
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Healthcare

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Phoenix, Arizona

Founded

2018

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • 2025 brought DPT's largest single-year expansion: 55 Empower locations added.
  • The combined network serves 100,000+ patients and 160+ clinics, improving referral leverage.
  • Workers' compensation and self-insured contracts immediately deepen revenue and employer relationships.

What critics are saying

  • Federal student-loan caps for DPT degrees finalize by July 1, 2026, shrinking therapist pipelines.
  • Integrated acquisitions from Empower strain culture and systems during 2025-2026 consolidation.
  • ATI, Select Medical, and aggressive PT rollups intensify pricing and talent competition.

What makes Doctors of Physical Therapy unique

  • DPT acquired Empower in December 2024, creating 160+ clinics across 11 states.
  • Aaron Kraai still leads a founder-led, therapist-owned platform with autonomous local operators.
  • DPT combines outpatient care with industrial, injury-prevention, and workers' compensation contracts.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Family Planning Benefits

Fertility Treatment Support

Mentorship Program

Professional Development Budget

Conference Attendance Budget

Training Programs

MedBridge subscription

Employee Referral Bonus

Continued Education Support

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

2%
Business Wire
Jan 22nd, 2024
Empower Physical Therapy Adds 4 Southern California Locations

PHOENIX-(BUSINESS WIRE)-Empower Physical Therapy today announced the acquisition of Huntington Beach Physical Therapy Specialists ("HBPTS"), located in Orange County California.

Business Wire
Mar 13th, 2023
Empower Physical Therapy Adds 7 Texas Locations

Empower Physical Therapy today announced the acquisition of Spectrum Therapy Consultants (“STC”), located in El Paso, Texas. Founder-owner, Sandra Ter

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