Our Team Members

Alexandria T

Administrative & Client Relations Specialist

My name is Alexandria Teixeira. In December 2014, a C4–C5 spinal cord injury from a car accident changed my life. After emergency care at Tufts Medical Center and spinal surgery, I began rehab at Spalding. The early days were the hardest—unable to move or speak, my first goal was simply to regain my voice and lung function. Through persistence, I did.

Over the past decade, I’ve made significant progress: I can sit in my chair for over 10 hours without a headrest, balance on the edge of a table, and independently position my left arm thanks to newly developed bicep strength. None of this would’ve been possible without consistent OT and PT at Project Walk Boston.

I bring to Project Walk Boston not only my administrative skills, but also a deep personal understanding of rehabilitation, perseverance, and the power of small victories. My journey has shaped me into a committed, empathetic, and resilient team member, dedicated to supporting others in their own recovery.

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Daniele G

Chief Operating Officer / Recovery Specialist

Daniele, a dedicated member of the Project Walk Boston team since its inception in 2015, is one of the two trainers who played a crucial role in establishing the facility. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Exercise Physiology with a minor in disability studies from the University of Massachusetts. She also serves on the advisory board for UMass Lowell’s Exercise Science Program.

One of Daniele’s notable contributions is the creation of an adaptive hockey program called “The New England Bombers” in collaboration with a fellow mother of a special needs child. This program enables children with various disabilities to participate in ice hockey, granting them the opportunities they deserve.

With more than 11 years of experience in paralysis recovery and over 10,000 hours of hands-on training, Daniele has progressed from a recovery assistant during her studies to managing all day-to-day operations. She also established an internship program, providing valuable hands-on experience to students from high schools and universities. Daniele strongly believes that such opportunities not only benefit students in the real world but also offer them a unique perspective on life. Known for her innovative thinking, she constantly seeks new ways to challenge her clients and approaches her work with enthusiasm and dedication.

When not immersed in her role at Project Walk, Daniele can be found enjoying the sun on the beach, playing ice hockey, or spending quality time with her friends and family. She also has a passion for volunteering and making a positive impact in her community.

Steven R

Research and Development / Recovery Specialist

Steve received his Master’s Degree in Exercise & Sport Science from Merrimack College in May of 2016. During his time at Merrimack Stephen was also a Graduate Research Fellow and undergraduate teaching assistant. The research he conducted utilized Force Plates to measure neuromuscular reaction time and force production among Merrimack College varsity athletes. He also volunteered for the eNable 3D printed prosthetics club at Merrimack. Prior to his time at Merrimack he completed extensive strength & conditioning internships with Stanford University and Vanderbilt University Football Programs, followed by a Strength Coach position at Vantedge Performance Systems training numerous adult clients, high school athletes, and college football pro day athletes. During his undergraduate education at University of Southern Maine where he received a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Exercise Science (May 2014) he was a two sport athlete competing in Track & Field and Lacrosse. Now in his free time Stephen enjoys traveling, hiking, mountain biking, and skiing. He is a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the NSCA and CPR/AED certified. With his strong background in training he hopes to bring new depth and detail to your recovery training sessions.

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Christos L

Recovery Specialist

Christos graduated from Keene State College in 2016 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science. Following graduation he completed an internship at Mike Boyle Strength & Conditioning in Woburn, MA where he trained groups from athletes to general population. Chris also has prior experience as a Strength Coach with North Cyclones Jr. Hockey Club, Keene State College and Atlanta Brave minor league affiliates. Chris’s most recent experience was with C&S Wholesale Grocers where he was responsible for educating employees on health and wellness topics as well as reducing worker’s compensation claims by rehabbing work-related injuries. Chris is a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist through the NSCA and holds other certifications including Precision Nutrition as well as RockTape Myofascial Cupping, Graston & Taping. ” Chris looks forward to working with this new population and share his knowledge and expertise with everyone

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John B

Recovery Specialist

John received his B.S. in Exercise Science from the University of Massachusetts Lowell in May of 2023 along with a minor in Psychology. As a part of his program he completed a semester-long internship in a healthcare facility and was lucky enough to be assigned Project Walk as his internship site. It was then when he ignited his love of working with the neuro population and wanted to learn and work with our clients even more. John had to spend some time in the hospital during his childhood where he ignited his love for learning about and treating the human body in its possible conditions. John is also a Club soccer coach throughout the year where he continues to coach his players with patience and understanding that he shows our Project Walk clients. John enjoys playing and watching soccer and ultimate frisbee outside of work as well as spending time with family and friends.

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Warren B

Recovery Specialist

Warren Bartlett graduated in 2023 with a masters degree in Human Performance & Exercise Physiology from Plymouth State University. He developed his passion for rehab while interning at Speare Memorial Hospital in the cardiac rehab unit and the return to play internship for injured athletes at Plymouth State strength and conditioning. In his free time he enjoys fly fishing, hiking, home improvement, and running. At Plymouth he achieved All-American in the mile running indoor track. He still enjoys running local 5ks on the weekend with a continued passion for health and wellness. Warren has presented his graduate research about Chinese pressure points on performance at ACSM national. He hopes to present again representing Project Walk in future conferences. He is a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the NSCA. Warren is excited to push clients to new levels and to motivate the entire team at Project Walk.

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Tommy A

Recovery Specialist

Tommy completed his studies in psychology and criminal justice at Curry College in 2021, where he also excelled as a collegiate athlete. As a team captain for Curry’s football team, Tommy showcased his leadership skills multiple times. He is not only passionate about helping others but also brings valuable real-world experience. Before joining the Project Walk family, Tommy served as a strength and conditioning intern for the College of Holy Cross football program. Recognized for his excellent rapport with both players and coaching staff, he was eventually promoted to assistant offensive line coach. Tommy had a wide range of responsibilities in the weight room and on the football field, contributing to the team’s success. Following his time at Holy Cross, Tommy worked as a child development specialist at Kidstrong. In this role, he coached classes and educated children on mental and physical fitness. Additionally, he served as an autistic analysis coach, making a positive impact on his students both inside and outside the building.

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Morgan F

Recovery Specialist

Morgan graduated from Plymouth State University in 2023 with a bachelor’s degree in Exercise and Sports Physiology. During her time at PSU she had the opportunity to intern in the Cardiac Rehab unit at Speare Memorial Hospital. This first introduced her to the rehabilitation world and after this experience knew she wanted to seek out a career to further help individuals become the best version of themselves. Growing up she was involved in competitive, high school, and college cheerleading. After her cheerleading career she turned to coaching youth cheerleading and gymnastics teams. In Morgan’s free time you can find her reading, spending time with friends and family, enjoying time in the sun, and hanging out with her cat Lola.

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Morgan G

Recovery Specialist

Graduated from the University of New England in 2022 with a B.S. in Applied Exercise Science. During my time there I had the pleasure of interning at a pediatric therapy facility where I was able to work beside PT’s, OT’s, Speech and Feeding Therapists. Also held numerous jobs while in school including working as a Behavioral Health Professional with children with cognitive and developmental disabilities. Both experiences led to my passion of helping other’s and Project Walk will be the perfect place to show off my motivated and friendly attitude. Growing up, I was involved in travel, high school and college softball. In my free time I enjoy spending time outdoors with my daughter and two dogs, playing softball, skiing and golfing.

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Lauren M

Recovery Specialist

Lauren graduated in 2022 with her master’s degree in exercise science from Merrimack College. While pursuing her degree, she worked as a graduate assistant and fellow in the Boston College Olympic weight room. Following her fellowship, she worked at Mike Boyle Strength & Conditioning, where she trained clients returning to exercise after strokes, spinal cord injuries, and traumatic car accidents. This experience sparked her interest in the field of rehabilitation and recovery. Lauren also worked at Saint John’s Preparatory School as an assistant strength and conditioning coach and physical education teacher. She holds CFSC-2 and CPR/AED certifications. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, reading, and spending time with friends, family, and her cat Penny.”

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Jayden J

Recovery Specialist

Jayden’s passion for exercise and rehabilitation started with his lifelong dedication to track & field, football, baseball, and weightlifting. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from the University of Southern Maine. Jayden gained hands-on clinical experience through an extensive physical therapy internship at York Hospital. Alongside his years at Maine Medical Center, Jayden earned his firefighter and EMT certifications, further reflecting his commitment to safety and his community. Jayden has a personal connection to rehabilitation, inspired by his family’s experience with traumatic brain injury. In his free time, Jayden enjoys training for triathlons and exploring Maine’s outdoors – a welcome change from his Arizona roots – with his mini-Australian Shepard, Scarlett.

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Amelya V

Recovery Specialist

Amelya graduated in the Degree In Three Program at SNHU with her major in Sport Management. While in school, she found her love for the gym from taking a fitness management class. She pursued a Personal Training Certificate through ISSA and went on to complete the Nutritionist and Strength and Conditioning Certificates. She found Project Walk to be a perfect fit since she has always loved to help others where she can. When she isn’t working, you can find Amelya playing just about any sport, reading, and spending time with friends, family, and her pets.

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Jacob

Recovery Specialist

Jacob earned his Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering with a minor in Neuroscience from the University of Vermont, where he followed a Pre-PT track and developed a strong interest in human movement, neurological recovery, and rehabilitation. During his time at UVM, Jacob helped develop a pediatric wheelchair through the university’s Early Mobility Project and gained hands-on clinical experience working as a physical therapy aide. At Project Walk New England, he combines these experiences to help clients improve their movement and independence, while also using his engineering background to create custom equipment and adaptations tailored to their individual needs. Outside of work, Jacob enjoys skiing, surfing, cooking, and spending time outdoors.

Eric P

Recovery Specialist

Eric Pernod graduated from Rivier University in Nashua, New Hampshire, with a bachelor’s degree in business management. Although his academic background is in business, his true passions lie in the gym, athletics, and training. An avid gym-goer focused on bodybuilding and strength training, Eric also loves soccer, traveling to different countries, and spending quality time with family and friends. Among his proudest achievements was the opportunity to play soccer in Spain, an experience that strengthened both his skills and his appreciation for the game. Eric strives to live an active, adventurous lifestyle while continually challenging himself to grow.

Elliot B

Recovery Specialist

Elliott graduated in 2024 with his Masters in Kinesiology from UMass Amherst. His passion for neuro recovery was sparked while collaborating with Shriner's Hospital for Children during a research study to improve clinical gait analysis techniques in children with cerebral palsy. After graduating, he pursued this passion by working in activity based therapy for neuro recovery. Before Project Walk, Elliott coached high-level strength athletes and saw how rewarding it is to work one on one with someone to achieve their goals. He strives to incorporate the value of small wins, understanding, and community support into his training, believing that everyone should have the right to pursue their goals. In his free time, Elliott enjoys spending time with his family and friends, cooking and baking, and being in nature.

Sarah M

Recovery Specialist

Sarah graduated from the University of New Hampshire with a bachelor’s degree in Nutrition and a minor in Exercise Science. She is also a NASM Certified Personal Trainer and earned her master’s degree in Sport Management from Southern New Hampshire University. Her background in nutrition, exercise, and fitness has given her the opportunity to work with people of different ages, abilities, and experience levels.

Before joining Project Walk, Sarah worked as a personal trainer in both university and community fitness settings. Through these experiences, she developed a passion for helping people become stronger, more confident, and comfortable with movement. She is excited to continue learning about activity-based recovery and bring her background in personal training and wellness to the Project Walk team.

Outside of work, Sarah enjoys staying active, going to the gym, playing pickleball, spending time with friends and family, and being by the beach whenever she gets the chance.

Brinley S

Aide

Brinley graduated from the University of Utah in 2025 with a B.S. in Recreational Therapy and a minor in Disability Studies. She has extensive hands-on experience working with individuals with a variety of disabilities in recreational and therapeutic settings across New Hampshire, Colorado, and Utah. She is passionate about helping individuals build confidence, independence, and reach new goals through movement and recreation. She brings widespread knowledge of adaptive equipment and enjoys helping clients utilize adaptive techniques and equipment to reach new heights.
In her free time, Brinley enjoys mountain biking, rock climbing, snowboarding, backpacking, and spending time outdoors with friends and family.

Cameron A

Aide

Cameron is a graduate of Exeter High School and brings a unique and compassionate perspective to our team. Growing up alongside his sister, who was diagnosed with transverse myelitis, Cameron played a central role in her care, which ignited his passion for helping others. He believes in making a positive impact wherever he can. A football enthusiast at heart, Cameron loves spending time with his family, which includes his wife, Page, and their son, Madden. Outside of work, he channels his entrepreneurial spirit into his landscaping business, where he enjoys creating beautiful outdoor spaces. When he’s not working or spending quality time with his family, Cameron loves being on the water, especially riding his jet ski. His drive, dedication, and love for his community make him a valued member of our team.