Bentonville
Leah Thompson, PT, DPT
Physical Therapist, Clinic Director
Leah joined Rise Physical Therapy in March 2023. She is originally from Louisville, KY. She received her Bachelor of Science in Rehabilitation Science and then her Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT) from Northeastern University in Boston, MA in 2020. Her special interests include working with people with hypermobility, CrossFit athletes, and osteoporosis. Leah loves working with people of all ages to work towards building confidence in their body and getting back to what they love to do. She completed her ICE specialist for the Fitness Athlete certification. Outside of the clinic, you can find Leah taking a CrossFit class, scoping out new restaurants and coffee shops, or exploring outside with her boyfriend and their dogs, Wolf and Bear.
Katelyn Perez, PT, DPT
Physical Therapist
Katelyn joined Rise Physical Therapy in June 2025. She is originally from Texas. She received her Bachelor of Science in Exercise and Sports Science from Texas State University and her Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT) from Harding University. Her special interests include working with the pelvic health population, including but not limited to, pregnancy and postpartum care, pelvic pain, pelvic organ prolapse, urinary incontinence, and pre- and post-prostatectomy care. Outside of the clinic, you can find Katelyn catching up on guilty pleasure TV shows, finding new restaurants in the area, or spending time with friends, family, and dog named Gunner.
Patrick Bell, PT, DPT
Physical Therapist
Patrick joined Rise in August of 2025 and is originally from Bella Vista, Arkansas. He completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Central Arkansas, earning a degree in Exercise Science with a focus on athletic training, and went on to receive his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the University of Central Arkansas. He enjoys working with patients of all backgrounds, with a particular passion for treating recreational athletes and general orthopedic conditions to help people return to the activities they love. Outside of the clinic, Patrick enjoys spending time outdoors, rock climbing, running, and checking out new spots around Northwest Arkansas with his friends and his golden retriever.
Helen Grimes, PT, DPT
Physical Therapist
Helen joined Rise Physical Therapy in November 2025. She is originally from Southwest Louisiana. She received her Bachelor of Science in Health and Exercise Science from Northwestern State University and her Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) from Arkansas State University. She specializes in Pelvic Health earning her Pelvic Rehabilitation Practitioner Certification (PRPC) in 2020, working with the pelvic health population, including but not limited to, pregnancy and postpartum care, pelvic pain, pelvic organ prolapse, urinary incontinence, and pre- and post-prostatectomy care. Outside of the clinic, you can find Helen cooking up her Cajun favorites or outdoors with her family at the lake and hiking the hills with their dog, JoJo.
Gabrielle Rheay, PT, DPT
Physical Therapist
Gabrielle joined the Rise Physical Therapy team in June 2026. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Arkansas and her Doctor of Physical Therapy from the University of North Dakota. She is passionate about treating both orthopedic and pelvic health populations. Gabrielle provides compassionate, patient-centered care with clinical expertise and a strong emphasis on patient education, empowering her patients to better understand their condition and actively participate in their recovery. Outside of the clinic, Gabrielle enjoys running, exploring local coffee shops, and spending time with her husband and German Shepard at the farmer's market.
