Meet Our Vermont Team of Physical Therapists
Our experienced physical therapists provide hands-on care, guiding you to pain relief, strength, and recovery – all with hospitality and heart.
Dr. Emelia P. Brogna
Founder & Doctor of Physical Therapy, BS, DPT
Dr. Emelia Brogna, DPT, is a leading expert in rehabilitation and corporate wellness, known for her innovative and results-driven approach to care.
Specialties: Chronic Pain, Orthopedics, Trauma, Craniosacral Therapy, Vestibular Rehabilitation, Holistic Wellness
She began her career at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston, treating a diverse patient population with acute injuries, surgical recovery needs, and breast cancer rehabilitation.
Transitioning to outpatient practice, she trained with world-renowned therapist Igor Burdenko, mastering the Burdenko Method of aquatic therapy. After moving to Vermont in 2009, she pioneered a rehabilitation standard of care program for Lyme Disease, addressing a critical gap in patient support.
Emelia holds advanced training in Myofascial Release (John Barnes Method) and is certified in Craniosacral Therapy. She is also certified by the American Institute of Balance in Vestibular Rehabilitation and Concussion (mild TBI) Management for both sports-related and non-sports-related concussions. She has a particular passion for treating BPPV (vertigo) and vestibulopathy.
Beyond the clinic, Emelia is a sought-after corporate wellness leader, designing programs that help organizations improve employee health, performance, and resilience. She partners with leadership teams to create tailored strategies that address stress management, movement health, burnout, mindset, sleep, cognitive wellness, and injury prevention in the workplace.
Emelia’s ability to blend cutting-edge clinical expertise with compassionate, individualized care consistently helps patients and clients achieve meaningful life-changing results.
When not working, she enjoys sailing, swimming, cooking, skiing, and traveling with her husband, Tony, and daughter, Grace.
Due to high demand, Dr. Brogna is only accepting self-pay patients at this time.
Dr. Eliza Joseph
Doctor of Physical Therapy, B.S. OSHAS, DPT
Compassionate and Evidence-Based Physical Therapist Specializing in Functional Growth and Inclusive Care
Eliza is dedicated to partnering with each patient to reduce physical burdens and foster functional growth for both body and mind. With a strong emphasis on evidence-based treatment and patient education, she ensures that every patient feels informed, empowered, and supported throughout their recovery journey.
She earned her B.S. in Occupational Safety and Health Applied Sciences from Keene State College (4.0 GPA) and her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of Vermont. Her diverse clinical background spans sports-specific settings, general outpatient practice, and skilled nursing facilities, giving her a well-rounded approach to care.
Eliza brings in-depth research experience in fall prevention for older adults, RED-S (Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport), and the treatment of sacroiliac dysfunction. Her capstone research paper examined the validity of telehealth physical therapy (spoiler: it’s valid!).
True to the Wayfinder ethos, Eliza’s approach is rooted in compassion, kindness, and inclusivity, ensuring that every patient encounter is both genuine and psychologically safe. She is passionate about working with athletes, post-op patients, and the LGBTQIA+ community, creating a welcoming space for all individuals.
Beyond the clinic, Eliza is actively involved in community service, volunteering with Here to Help, Where to Wheel, and Vermont Ski Adaptive. Coming from a family of healthcare practitioners, she has a deep passion for the field.
A true New Englander, she has lived in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Vermont. When she’s not working, Eliza enjoys exploring new restaurants, karate training (as a 3rd-degree black belt in Shaolin Kempo Karate!), and relaxing by the ocean or Lake Champlain
Dr. brogna with Jarret Berman
A note from one of our happy patients:
“The team at Wayfinder is much more than doctors, physical therapists, or wellness professionals. They are healers, whose deep understanding of both people and the human-machine helps them work through the toughest physical challenges.
They synthesize hard science with progressive therapies to find lasting, holistic solutions. And, they are whip-smart - I learned something new every time I walked into the office.
Best of all, they really connect with their clients, creating a fun, safe, and authentic space, where true rehabilitation can flourish.
They have had a profound impact on my life and on those I love. They are far and away the best physical therapists I’ve known - and so much more.”