Our Team
Cara Clinton, PT, DPT, OCS
PHYSICAL THERAPIST / OWNER
Cara was born on a sunflower farm in Minnesota and moved to San Diego with her parents when she was a child. Cara ran track and field and played soccer in college. She graduated with her Bachelor’s Degree in Kinesiology from San Diego State University and her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from University of St. Augustine.
Cara and her husband moved to Coeur d’ Alene in 2015. She has had her Board Certification in Orthopedics since 2016. Cara enjoys working with patients with all types of orthopedic injuries. She specifically loves working with clients with chronic spine injuries as well as hip and shoulder injuries. Because of her passion for sports, she takes pleasure in working with athletes of all ages focusing on using manual therapy and functional movement concepts as a whole-body approach to healing. On her days off, you can usually find Cara and her husband playing soccer or enjoying the outdoors, running and hiking with her dogs and three children.
Ashley DeMico, PT, DPT
Physical Therapist
Ashley graduated from the University of Pittsburgh and has lived in north Idaho for over the past five years. Her physical therapy emphasis is in orthopedic injuries and neuromuscular reeducation. Ashley utilizes manual therapy, functional exercise, and dry needling to create individualized treatment plans for each of her patients. She loves her husband, Todd, and three sweet littles, Theo, Winston, and Audrey. When she isn’t at the clinic, you can find her in her garden or taking care of her dogs and bonus dogs.
Julie Beerman, PT, DPT
Physical Therapist
Julie’s professional passion is working with motivated patients, helping and educating them through their recovery and prevention of reinjury. She is committed to continuous learning to provide patients with the most effective and progressive care. She enjoys treating orthopedic injuries with a treatment approach that emphasizes manual therapy and functional exercises to help facilitate recovery. When she is not working, Julie loves spending time with her husband, three children, and dog. She enjoys paddle boarding, hiking, camping, and being outdoors.
Torin Starkey, PTA
Physical Therapy Assistant
Torin was raised in the Pacific Northwest and received his Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from Eastern Washington University. He then married his wife and started his family. Shortly after that, Torin attended Whatcom Community College in Bellingham, Washington where he received his Physical Therapist Assistant degree. In 2009, his family moved to beautiful Coeur d’Alene where he began working in outpatient orthopedics. He has worked in the Inland Northwest for the past 13 years, gaining endless experience in the orthopedic setting. He is very excited to be a part of the Inspire Physical Therapy team here in Coeur d’Alene. Torin’s primary treatment approach is Postural Restoration, but he also uses hands on orthopedic manual techniques that he has learned through his many years of experience. Above all, Torin loves seeing people reach their full potential and functional goals. When Torin is not working in the clinic, he is a family man who enjoys golf, fishing, and boating in one of our many local lakes.
Myriah Tollett, PT, DPT, CFN-C, PTDN
Physical therapist
Myriah is an experienced physical therapist specializing in vestibular rehabilitation, concussion management and neurological conditions. She implements an integrative approach to her patient care by providing evidenced-based manual therapy and myofascial work. She graduated from the University of Montana where she earned her Doctorate in Physical Therapy and she also adds a holistic approach to her treatment as a Certified Functional Nutritionist.
When Myriah is outside the office, she enjoys time with her husband and two boys. She has completed Ironman Coeur d’Alene and enjoys running, mountain biking, XC skiing, rock climbing, snowboarding, and camping.
Jayden Cornett
PT Technician
Jayden was born and raised in Tri-Cities, Washington. After graduating high school, he moved away from home and began a life of adventure. On his journeys, he has acquired a wealth of experiences. From hunting Bigfoot in the Redwoods, to singing “Hallelujah” for the Armenian mafia, Jayden has an endless supply of entertaining stories. In the last few years, Jayden has actively pursued his passions for music and acting. He regularly plays shows in the CDA area as a solo artist performing original music. Jayden is also an actor, having been in multiple stage productions and independent film productions.
Jayden loves working in PT, because it allows him to connect with so many amazing people and be apart of their healing process.
Jill Terracciano, RDN, LD, CD
Registered Dietitian & technician
Jill is a Physical Therapy Tech and Front Office Coordinator here at Inspire, as well as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and Certified Personal Trainer. She obtained her Bachelors’ degree in Nutrition and Dietetics at the University of Idaho. She believes that exercise and nutrition work best synergistically for overall health and wellness. Her passion for living a healthy lifestyle is one of the many reasons why she loves working in this field. She was born and raised in a small town near the Seattle area and has lived in beautiful Coeur d’Alene, ID for over 15 years. She loves staying active by either running marathons or strength training. She is always on an adventure with her husband and two boys; hiking, skiing, golfing, biking, boating, etc. If it’s outside, she loves it!
Tu-Ann Winter
Front office coordinator
Tu-Ann is the friendly and organized front office coordinator at our clinic, bringing warmth and efficiency to every patient interaction. As a former patient, Tu-Ann fell in love with the supportive and healing atmosphere of our physical therapy clinic, which inspired her to join the team. She is a dedicated wife and dog lover, and channels her creativity into her personal life where she enjoys gardening, crafting and art. Tu-Ann ensures every patient feels welcome and valued from the moment they walk through the door.
Jen Moore
PT Technician
Jen is a dedicated physical therapy technician who brings a fun and engaging interaction to every patient. She has worked in the physical therapy and health field for over ten years. As a wife, mother and animal lover, she brings a caring and compassionate nature to everything she does. Jen is passionate about supporting her patients on their journey to recovery, ensuring they are valued every step of the way.