Vanessa Vasquez, is from Moreno Valley, California played youth soccer and currently still plays. She always knew she wanted to have a career in helping people. During her senior year a family member had an injury and seeing him go through physical therapy is what made her choose PT as her career path. She went to Kansas Wesleyan University where she received her BA in Pre- Physical Therapy in 2013. During this time she was part of their women’s soccer team and participated in studying athletic training. After finishing her undergrad she attended Cerritos College where she received her PTA degree. Outside of work Vanessa enjoys spending time with her family, playing soccer, enjoying the outdoors, ATV riding and traveling. She has plans to continue her education and become a DPT in the future.