MEET OUR TEAM

Dr. Heather completed her Bachelor's in Exercise Science and Chemistry in 1997 and graduated with distinction in 2001 with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Northern Arizona University. She started her physical therapy career in 2001. Since then, Heather has worked with all ages in injury prevention as well as with those recovering from injury and surgery. As a former professional dancer and high school athlete, she is passionate about her work in dance and sports medicine. She has worked in the dance community since 2001 assessing and assisting dancers, including female athletes (any age),  recover from injury and enhance performance. She is a Nationally PMA®-Certified Pilates Instructor and a Polestar Pilates Educator for Instructors. She has been teaching movement strategies with Pilates since 2002. She is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist with the NSCA, Certified in Dry Needling, and is a Certified Manual Therapist (CMPT) with North American Institute of Orthopedic Manual Therapy (NAIOMT).

In 2007 Dr. Brummett opened Balanced Physical Therapy, Pilates & Performance Center in Glendale, AZ to offer the greater Phoenix area premium quality 1-on-1 physical therapy, Pilates and performance services. She was a pioneer in the Valley for not only offering Pilates back in 2003, but having a 1-1 business model for all clients. She takes pride in Balanced to keep 1-1 care for ALL clients. She believes that each client deserves the time and attention to meet their goals in an intentional and effective manner.

She is a native Phoenix, AZ and was a top soloist and group dancer, winning several national titles and had several rewarding opportunities as a dancer. She was a VIP dancer while touring with Dance Olympus as a faculty demonstrator, won convention scholarships to train in LA, and was one of the dancers in the 2nd Annual Tremaine Scholarship program at Tremaine Dance Studio in Los Angeles. She danced professionally in LA and during that time suffered an ankle injury, which ultimately lead her into her career. Dr. Heather trains dancers in her clinic in dance performance enhancement, injury reduction/prevention and overall dancer health, conducts in-services with dancers and teachers locally at their studios, presents at workshops, as well as presents at dance conventions.

She is a Board Licensed Physical Therapist specializing in Dance Medicine since 2001.  Dr. Heather created Balanced Dance Medicine Teacher and Dancer Training On-Line Programs with an added benefit of live support to personally assist dancers and dance teachers with their burning questions. With the Balanced Dance Medicine Training Programs, she provides courses and workshops, as well as direct interaction with all her members on a regular basis with the goal of creating Strong, Smart, and Successful Dancers! 

When she is not in the clinic, she is spending time with her husband, their two daughters, their dogs and family. She enjoys Pilates, hiking, dancing, running, working out and traveling.

Dr. Erin is a physical therapist originally from New Mexico. She received her bachelor's degree in biology from the University of New Mexico and moved to Arizona to obtain her doctorate in physical therapy from Midwestern University. She became a registered yoga instructor in 2021, and she has taught yoga through volunteer work in the community and incorporates yoga into her practice when appropriate. She has additional experience and education as a pelvic health specialist, and has helped people through various conditions including prolapse, diastisis recti, pelvic pain, incontinence, and more. Some of Erin's education as a pelvic health specialist has included training from Herman and Wallace, Pelvic PT Rising, and Core Exercise Solutions.

Erin grew up dancing and attended a performing arts school, which allowed her to participate in a pre-professional contemporary dance ensemble. She additionally performed with a dance studio while growing up and practiced a variety of dance styles including ballet, jazz, tap, and more.

Erin joined the Balanced team in February 2026. Her passion for physical movement is what drove her to pursue physical therapy as a career. As a physical therapist, she aspires to empower all the people she works with to not only recover, but to better understand their bodies. She treats with the understanding that the entire body is connected. She provides individualized care, which often includes education about factors that might impact recovery, manual treatment, and exercise prescription. She is passionate to help individuals through all walks of life with various conditions, with the end goal to be empowered to live a healthy and fulfilled life. 

When Erin is not working, she enjoys staying active by practicing yoga, cycling, weightlifting, Pilates, or being in the outdoors. She loves spending time with her husband and dog, visiting her family in New Mexico, reading, and traveling.

Ashleigh is a Phoenix, AZ native and couldn’t imagine herself living anywhere else. She joined the Balanced Team in September 2023 as our Front Office Manager. She enjoys working in customer service because she likes to brighten people’s day. She wants to be a happy light that can shine brightly if someone is having a bad day. 

Her and her husband have been together for over 10 years and tied the knot in July 2023 in Las Vegas, NV with a Hangover Themed Ceremony. They welcomed their beautiful little girl Kinsley Mae in March of 2024. When she does have free time she enjoys going to the gym, reading books, and spending time with her family and friends.