Our Staff

Marian Carracino, PT, Director

Marian is a graduate of SUNY at Stony Brook. As director at Southview Physical Therapy for over 22 years, her commitment is to offer the highest quality physical therapy care. She has extensive experience treating both orthopaedic conditions and neurological disorders. Marian understands that every patient is unique and requires an individual approach. In addition to great physical therapy skills she understands that therapists also need to be good listeners and communicators in order to provide the best possible care to our patients. She often hears patients reporting that they received so much more than the rehabilitation of their condition while being treated at Southview Physical Therapy. It is in those moments that she feels she's achieved what she set out to accomplish at Southview Physical Therapy.

Sharon Sancilio, MSPT, Asst. Director

Sharon is a graduate of Boston University. She has over 20 years of experience and has been assistant director of Southview Physical Therapy for over 16 years. Sharon has played a key role in establishing our reputation as a caring and compassionate practice. Sharon has extensive experience in treating orthopaedic and neurological disorders. Sharon is a five star clinical instructor. She has supervised Doctor of Physical Therapy students and MSPT students for numerous colleges and universities including Ithaca College, University of Buffalo, D'Youville College, Daemen College, Russell Sage and has recently agreed to supervise Nazareth College Doctor of Physical Therapy students. Sharon has over 20 years experience providing manual therapy to patients. She is patient, intelligent and caring and is second to none in her experience treating patients. Sharon is highly sought after for her physical therapy expertise by former patients and their family and friends.

Rebecca Biehler, M.S.P.T.,
Senior Therapist and Community Education Coordinator

Rebecca is a graduate of Ithaca College and has over eight years of physical therapy experience. She has extensive experience utilizing myofascial release, strain counter strain, and numerous other hands on treatments with her patients. She is intelligent, a great problem solver and a terrific teacher, both with her patients, with support staff and as a clinical instructor for numerous area colleges. Rebecca is a marathon runner and is an avid soccer player, she played for Ithaca College and remains active in the local soccer clubs. She has run five marathons in the past seven years including the Boston Marathon. Rebecca understands the serious athlete's mindset, but is also outstanding with patients who require a different rehab pace. Her patients think the world of her.

Click here if you would like to arrange for Rebecca Biehler M.S.P.T. to provide an inservice or talk regarding physical therapy approaches and techniques for your office or organization. Currently there is no fee for this service. Rebecca's talks have gotten great reviews from numerous offices and groups!

Jonathan Gerenski, DPT

Jon received his Doctor of Physical Therapy from Elon University and has been a therapist with Southview Physical Therapy for over three years. Jon has an interest in McKenzie treatment for back problems. Jon's low key approach makes young and older patients all feel comfortable with him. Jon is an avid golfer and understands the biomechanics of the game. Jon is bright, funny, articulate and a dedicated therapist who is easy to work with.His patients tell us they feel fortunate to be under his care.

Kelly Kumpf, DPT

Kelly received her Doctor of Physical Therapy from the University of Buffalo. She brings an enthusiasm and energy to her work that cannot be topped. Kelly is extraordinarily bright and at the same time she is able to explain things to patients in easy to understand language. Kelly has a background in dance and music which brings an added dimension to her work as a therapist. Her combination of quiet intelligience and her friendly easy going manner puts those she treats at ease from the start.

Judith Schueckler, PTA

Judith has been a staff member of Southview Physical Therapy for over 12 years. She has extensive experience utilizing therapeutic balls and has experience utilizing Pilates. She has been a clinical instructor for GCC's PTA program. Judith's warmth and compassion are second to none, patients feel her care for them as soon as they see her.

Allison Macaluso, PTA, LMT

Allison brings nearly 11 years of experience to Southview Physical Therapy. She is licensed as both a PTA as well as a massage therapist.  Her intelligence, professionalism, gentle sense of humor, and attention to detail are a rare combination and one that her patients greatly appreciate. She is a joy to work with.

Sherry Wickum, Front Office Coordinator

Sherry's innate ability helping people feel comfortable is a tremendous gift. Her knowledge and experience regarding insurance, combined with her gentle, friendly approach with patients is a rare combination of talents. Patients are assured from their first treatment session at Southview Physical Therapy that we want them to concentrate on feeling better while our front and back office handles the insurance side of things. Sherry is a rare individual and a joy for patients and staff to work with.