Welcome to
North Austin Physical Therapy in Cedar Park and Leander, TX

Scott CarlsonPT, DPT

An Austin-Native, Scott has always had a desire to assist others in achieving their health goals, and has strived to build a patient-driven physical therapy practice that gives back to the community.

After he gained a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science at Brigham Young University, Scott achieved his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences in Austin, TX.

Scott specializes in all orthopedic conditions, post-surgical rehab, Sport/CrossFit injuries, balance retraining, neuromuscular reeducation, stroke recovery programs, postpartum therapy, general injury prevention, and pediatrics.

In addition to the well-known aspects of physical therapy (therapeutic exercise and manual therapy), Scott incorporates other innovative techniques and approaches in his practice, which enables him to configure every plan of care uniquely to each patient. With that, Scott is trained and certified in Dry Needling, Blood Flow Restriction Therapy, Kinesiotaping, and the Neubie.

Scott loves being a husband to his dear wife, Avery, and a father to his three children, Lydia, Nolan, and Wesley. He loves mountain biking, snow skiing, softball, Spikeball, and obstacle course/trail running.

Avery Carlson

Avery was born and raised in the Austin area. This is something she is very proud of, and will gladly talk to you about “how big Austin is now,” and what her favorite places and restaurants are. She received her Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management from Texas State University.

During her last semester of her undergraduate degree, Avery interned at Utah Valley Regional Medical Center in Provo, Utah where she was then offered a supervisory position at Intermountain Healthcare’s Primary Children’s Medical Center, in Salt Lake City, Utah. A year later, Avery moved into a manager role at a critical access hospital within the same health system.

After moving back to Austin in 2014, Avery moved into the healthcare technology world and began working on a number of technology products that serviced a wide range of health systems in the United States. She has been in health IT ever since, serving in many different capacities, most recently as a consultant.

Avery loves being married to Scott, and values being small business owners in the community they grew up in. Avery loves running; most recently she has shifted her focus more from half marathon to marathon distance races. She also enjoys being outside and caring for her three children, Lydia, Nolan, and Wesley. 

Peg Hernandez

When you first begin your journey of treatment here at North Austin Physical Therapy, Peg will be with you to facilitate your needs in the path to healing with our physical therapists. 

Peg, originally from the Dallas area, attended Texas Tech University and recently relocated to Georgetown, Texas.  Prior to joining our group, Peg was supporting a leading Physical Therapy Clinic in Dallas, Texas.

As our Front Office Coordinator, Peg will assist you with all your appointment needs including follow-ups and supporting our business office.

Peg recently married her wonderful and supporting husband, David.  She is a mother to two beautiful children, Luke and Brinkley, and terrific bonus step daughter, Maya.  She is not just a people person, Peg is an amazing painter who enjoys creating images of family pets and loves photography.  To keep herself balanced she enjoys riding bikes with her family, walking her 5 dogs and regularly attends Pilates classes.

Alison Brown

Alison joined North Austin Physical Therapy in August 2022, bringing a unique blend of academic expertise and a deep commitment to helping others. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Texas A&M University in 2018, with minors in Business and Neuroscience. During her final semester, Alison assisted in Cognitive Psychology research, exploring the intricacies of human thought processes and decision-making.

A proud Austin native, Alison has called this city home for over 25 years. Outside of her role at the clinic, she enjoys exploring the natural beauty around Austin, traveling, reading, and caring for her growing collection of house plants. She also loves spending time with her daughter, Everleigh.

Alison’s passion for nurturing and supporting others has been a consistent theme throughout her life. From volunteering in NICU, ER, and Labor & Delivery units during college to teaching children at a church camp in New Braunfels, she has always found fulfillment in service. Alison takes great pride in being a warm, welcoming voice for those who reach out to North Austin PT, ensuring that every person feels heard and supported from the moment they make contact.

Kambri RileyPT, DPT

Born and raised in Texas, Kambri was introduced to healthcare and the world of Physical Therapy from a young age and was involved in several school sports. Inspired by her mom’s career as a Physical Therapist, Kambri graduated with a Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science from Texas State University. She couldn’t get enough of her alma mater and attended Texas State University’s Doctor of Physical Therapy program where she graduated as a member of the National Physical Therapy Student Honor Society.

In her experience, Kambri has treated a diverse patient population ranging from individuals with diverse orthopedic conditions to those with neurologic diagnoses. From working with athletes returning to sport to assisting individuals managing chronic pain, post-operative recovery, and chronic neurologic conditions, Kambri has honed her skill and expertise to cater to the unique needs of each individual. Drawing upon her knowledge of strength and conditioning principles for all levels of ability, Kambri employs a collaborative approach to craft personalized treatment plans that optimize patient outcomes and maximize their overall quality of life.

Beyond her dedication to Physical Therapy, Kambri enjoys spending time with her husband, DJ, and two dogs. She maintains an active lifestyle by weight lifting, traveling, and engaging in outdoor activities such as hiking, paddleboarding, and playing (mostly) friendly games of pickleball. As a native Texan, she is a lifelong Dallas Cowboys fan and believes every year is their year.

Devin FredaPT, DPT, OCS

Devin was born and raised in Colorado where he also completed his Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology from Colorado Mesa University, before pursuing his Doctorate in Physical Therapy at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. Upon graduating, Devin moved to Texas to seek further education completing a residency to become an Orthopaedic Certified Specialist. In addition to treating in the clinic, Devin is adjunct faculty for the University of St. Augustine’s DPT program and a Resident Mentor Leader for a national level postdoc residency program. 

Within the clinic, Devin is a specialist-level orthopedic physical therapist and profession-specific educator with a deep rooted belief in the true essence of holistic management for individuals. He is energized by the deliverance of a comprehensive and patient-centered approach that considers not only the physical aspects of a patient’s condition but also their emotional, psychological, and social well-being.