1-on-1 Physical Therapy in Barrington, IL
Physical therapy that actually listens and gets to the root cause.
At Achieve Physical Therapy, you're not a number. You're not sharing your therapist with three other patients. Every visit is 1-on-1 with Dr. Julie Johlie Roy, DPT who listens first, finds the root cause, and builds a plan around your goals. Whether you're dealing with a nagging injury, recovering from surgery, or not sure where to start we meet you where you are.
"I had an amazing experience being treated by Julie for hand and forearm pain. She is incredibly knowledgeable, attentive, and truly listens."
Tanya R. · Google Review
You might be a great fit for Achieve PT if:
- ✓You've tried PT before and it felt generic or rushed
- ✓You're dealing with pain that hasn't fully resolved
- ✓You want someone to explain the why — not just hand you a sheet of exercises
- ✓You're active and want to get back to training, sport, golf, Pilates, or hiking
- ✓You're recovering from surgery and want a clear, progressive plan
- ✓You have jaw pain, headaches, or clicking your dentist can't explain
- ✓You or a loved one is living with Parkinson's, stroke recovery, or MS
Recovery takes partnership — and we'll coach and encourage you every step of the way. If you want someone who listens, explains everything, and genuinely invests in your progress, you're in the right place.
Not sure where to start?
Our free 20-minute injury consultation is exactly for this. No forms. No commitment. Just a conversation about what's going on and how we can help.
Book Free Consultation → Read common questions →How It Works
A clear, transparent journey from first contact to lasting results. No guesswork. No surprises.
We talk through what's going on, screen for red flags, and help you decide if PT is the right next step.
A thorough assessment of movement, strength, and symptoms — plus hands-on treatment and a home program you can start right away.
Targeted follow-ups where we build momentum, progress your plan, and track measurable milestones.
Your First Visit
Everything you need to know before you walk in the door.
Not sure if you need PT? Let's talk. We'll listen to your symptoms, screen for anything that needs medical follow-up, and recommend the best next step. No pressure, no forms, no commitment.
Dr. Julie Roy will assess your movement, strength, and symptoms — then start hands-on treatment and give you a home program you can begin right away. You'll leave with a clear plan and realistic milestones.
Our Treatment Areas
Warm, human-centered care — with the clinical depth to back it up. View all physical therapy services →
Neck, back, shoulder, hip, knee, ankle — from nagging aches to post-surgical recovery. We'll figure out what's actually going on and build a plan to fix it.
Clicking, locking, headaches from clenching. Julie has specialized training in TMJ/TMD and treats the jaw, neck, and contributing habits together.
Stubborn muscle knots and tension that won't release with stretching alone. Quick, targeted, and always combined with strengthening.
Specialized tools detect and treat restrictions in muscles, fascia, and tendons. Cupping decompresses soft tissue to promote blood flow and reduce guarding.
Hands-on techniques that restore normal joint motion and reduce pain — applied to the spine and every extremity joint during the hands-on portion of your care.
Balance, walking, strength, and independence for people living with Parkinson's, stroke, or MS. LSVT BIG certified.
Julie believes in coaching and uplifting patients so each person can achieve their optimal health. She specializes in orthopedic rehab, TMJ/TMD therapy, dry needling, and neurologic rehabilitation including LSVT BIG for Parkinson's. Every session is private, 1-on-1, and inside Tensile Strength Studio — where rehab progresses from pain relief to real-life strength and confidence.
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What Our Patients Say
5.0 ★★★★★ on Google · Read all reviews
"I left a care facility barely able to stand, definitely not able to walk. With her teaching and kind but firm methods, I was very motivated to work hard when she wasn't there just to make her proud when she was. Thanks to her, I'm back on my feet and happily don't need physical therapy any longer."
"Julie is an outstanding Doctor of Physical Therapy. She has helped me work through issues with my back and shoulders with the use of assisted stretching, dry needling, cupping, massage, and exercise customized for my specific needs. Julie is one of only a couple to bring me long term relief and provide a long term wellness plan."
"I had an amazing experience being treated by Julie for hand and forearm pain. She is incredibly knowledgeable, attentive, and truly listens. Her treatment plan was thoughtful and effective, and I noticed real improvement quickly. I felt cared for, encouraged, and confident I was in the best hands."
"Julie has helped me eliminate pain from various elbow and shoulder injuries. I am someone who works in the trades and also loves to workout and play sports. Julie has allowed me to live my life pain free. I highly recommend you go see Julie!"
"What separated Achieve from other clinics was how specific and performance-focused the rehab plan was. Julie did a thorough evaluation and explained what was limiting me. Then we followed a step-by-step plan that matched my healing stage, with clear targets each session so I could see progress and stay motivated."