Dr. Melissa Aloisi, PT, DPT, GCS

Dr. Melissa Aloisi is a highly experienced physical therapist with nearly two decades of clinical practice dedicated to helping individuals maintain mobility, independence, and quality of life. At Private Care Therapies, she brings a unique combination of advanced geriatric expertise, acute care experience, and deeply personalized care to every client she serves.

Melissa earned her physical therapy degree from the University of Connecticut and later completed her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree while continuing to advance her clinical practice. She is a Board-Certified Geriatric Clinical Specialist (GCS), a distinction she has maintained for more than 10 years, reflecting her ongoing commitment to excellence in caring for older adults.

Throughout her career, Melissa has worked extensively in acute care, supporting individuals with a wide range of medical conditions and complex healthcare needs. This experience has provided her with a strong understanding of how medical, physical, and functional challenges intersect, allowing her to recognize concerns early, navigate complexity confidently, and help clients safely transition through different stages of care.

Melissa has a particular passion for working with older adults and helping them remain active, independent, and engaged in the lives they want to live. She believes that successful therapy begins with understanding what matters most to each individual and creating a plan that supports their personal goals. Whether helping someone regain confidence after an illness, improve mobility, or continue living safely at home, her approach is always centered on the person, not just the diagnosis.

Known for her positive energy and encouraging nature, Melissa often describes herself as both a motivator and a cheerleader. She enjoys building meaningful relationships with clients and helping them recognize their own potential for progress. Her ability to combine clinical expertise with genuine compassion allows her to create an environment where clients feel supported, empowered, and confident in their recovery.

At the heart of Melissa’s work is a commitment to improving quality of life. She understands that meaningful outcomes often extend beyond physical function alone and may include maintaining independence, participating in family activities, or simply continuing to enjoy everyday routines. Her goal is to help clients achieve what matters most to them while providing care that is thoughtful, collaborative, and individualized.

At Private Care Therapies, Melissa provides personalized, in-home physical therapy that blends advanced clinical knowledge with compassionate, client-centered care, helping individuals stay active, independent, and connected to the lives they value most.