MEET THE TEAM · SOMERVILLE PILATES STUDIO
Find the Right Fit for You
Not sure who to book with? We’re happy to match you — just reach out.
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Dr. Ally Rogerson, PT
LOW BACK PAIN SPECIALIST · PILATES-BASED REHAB CLINICIAN
Helps clients with back pain build strength, stability, and confidence in movement.
Great fit if you’re newer to Pilates or looking for a supportive, step-by-step approach.
Best for: Low back pain · Core strength · Beginners
Common reasons clients see me:
— Low back pain that keeps recurring or limits activity
— Pregnancy/postpartum back or core-related concerns
— Desire to move without fear, stiffness, or compensation
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Dr. Cate McPherson, PT, OCS
ORTHOPEDIC SPECIALIST · RUNNER · DRY NEEDLING & BASI PILATES
Helps active clients stay strong, resilient, and pain-free—across all stages of life.
Best for: Runners · Injury recovery · Neurological conditions
Common reasons clients see me:
— Running-related injuries or recurring overuse pain
— Neurological conditions impacting balance, coordination, or strength
— Return to activity during or after pregnancy/postpartum
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Christina Seng, MPT
PELVIC HEALTH SPECIALIST · ORTHOPEDIC & ARTISTIC ATHLETE PT
Helps clients restore pelvic health, strength, and confident movement.
Best for: Pelvic health · Postpartum · Artistic Athletes
Common reasons clients see me:
— Pelvic floor concerns (pain, weakness, leakage, postpartum and menopausal changes)
— Core dysfunction or return to exercise after injury or childbirth
— Performance support for dancers, skaters, gymnasts and artistic athletes
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Dr. Jessica Forgione, PT
PERINATAL & ORTHOPEDIC SPECIALIST · FOR THE MOMS FOUNDER
Supports pregnancy, postpartum, and orthopedic recovery with expert, whole-body care.
Best for: Pregnancy · Postpartum · Orthopedic rehab
Common reasons clients see me:
— Pregnancy or postpartum recovery and core/pelvic floor support
— Return to exercise after childbirth or injury
— Ongoing orthopedic pain or movement limitations
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Dr. Allie Duffy, PT
FOUNDER · MOVEMENT & ORTHOPEDIC PERFORMANCE SPECIALIST
Helps clients understand their movement patterns and resolve pain through precise, individualized care.
Best for: Persistent pain · Athletes · Movement analysis
Common reasons clients see me:
— Persistent pain that hasn’t fully resolved with prior PT or exercise
— Movement breakdown with activity, training, or daily life
— Desire to improve strength, control, and long-term resilience
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Dr. Andrea Ansenberger, DC
PILATES (POST-PT PROGRESSION) · LOW BACK PAIN & FITNESS SPECIALIST
Helps clients transition from rehab to confident, independent movement.
Best for: Post-PT progression · Strength building · Low back history
Common reasons clients see me:
— Transitioning from physical therapy to independent fitness
— History of low back pain and looking to build strength safely
— Desire for structured, progressive Pilates-based training
A little more about us
Dr. Ally Rogerson, PT
Best for: Low back pain · Core strength · Beginners
Ally is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who earned her degree from Northeastern University and is comprehensively certified through Polestar Pilates. She specializes in helping clients with low back pain build strength, stability, and confidence in their movement.
Her approach is highly individualized and detail-oriented, blending clinical insight with movement to support lasting results. Ally is also part of The Pilates Rx “For the Moms” program, supporting clients through pregnancy and postpartum with thoughtful, progressive care.
Dr. Cate McPherson, PT, OCS
Best for: Runners · Injury recovery · Neurological conditions
Cate is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, Board-Certified Clinical Orthopedic Specialist, comprehensively certified through BASI Pilates, and certified in dry needling. As a runner herself, she specializes in helping active clients stay strong, resilient, and pain-free, and also works with neurological populations and those seeking improved balance and control.
She is part of The Pilates Rx “For the Moms” program and brings a broad, inclusive approach to care. Cate combines advanced orthopedic expertise with movement-based training and manual therapy to support both performance and long-term function.
Christina Seng, MPT
Best for: Pelvic health · Postpartum · Artistic Athletes
Christina is a Pelvic Health Physical Therapist Clinical Specialist and certified STOTT Pilates™ instructor. She treats both men and women with pelvic health and orthopedic conditions, with a special focus on helping clients return to movement with strength and confidence.
She earned her Master’s in Physical Therapy from Northeastern University and previously developed and led a pelvic health program in an outpatient setting. Christina also specializes in working with artistic athletes, including dancers, skaters, and other performance-based movers, using a whole-body approach to optimize recovery and performance.
Dr. Jessica Forgione, PT, CSCS
Best for: Pregnancy · Postpartum · Orthopedic rehab
Jessica is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who earned both her Bachelor’s in Rehabilitation Science and her Doctorate from Northeastern University. She has extensive experience in both orthopedic and perinatal care and specializes in supporting clients through all stages of movement, recovery, and strength building.
She is the founder of The Pilates Rx “For the Moms” program, providing specialized care for pregnancy and postpartum. Jessica also serves as Clinic Manager, where she leads clinical operations and ensures a high standard of patient-centered, individualized care. Her approach blends physical therapy and Pilates to improve movement efficiency, address postural patterns, and support long-term function.
Dr. Allie Duffy, PT
Best for: Persistent pain · Athletes · Movement analysis
Allie Duffy is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, expert in movement analysis, and comprehensively trained Polestar Pilates instructor. She earned her Doctorate from the University of Connecticut before relocating to Boston, where she specialized in outpatient orthopedics and developed a strong clinical focus on movement dysfunction and performance.
She is the founder of The Pilates Rx, where she integrates physical therapy and Pilates to deliver highly individualized, evidence-informed care that bridges rehab and performance. Allie is known for her precise movement assessment and has worked with clients ranging from active adults to professional athletes, as well as consulting and teaching on the application of Pilates in sports medicine.
Dr. Andrea Ansenberger, DC
Best for: Post-PT progression · Strength building · Low back history
Andrea is comprehensively trained through Polestar Pilates, with a background in kinesiology and exercise science from Michigan State University and a doctorate from National University of Health Sciences.
At The Pilates Rx, Andrea focuses exclusively on Pilates-based training, working with clients who are ready to build on prior rehabilitation and progress their strength, mobility, and overall fitness. She is especially skilled in designing programs for clients with a history of low back pain, helping them move with confidence and independence.