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Tessa Walsh, PT

Physical Therapist

4.9

328 ratings Read Reviews

Northwestern Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Occupational/Physical Therapy

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Practice Focus Areas

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Physical Therapist

Education

Professional Education:: PT, DPT, Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science College of Health Professions - 2013

Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:: Northwestern Medical Group
Alignment Category:: Northwestern Medicine Physician Network

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9

4.9

328 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

42 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

42 Reviews

February 25, 2026

5.0

Most importantly, she listens and then attacks the problem. You couldn't ask for more thorough therapist

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February 18, 2026

5.0

professional, well-mannered

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February 18, 2026

5.0

Responsive care focused on improving my limitations & targeting my issues/sensitivities. Focused & efficient therapy sessions combining soft tissue therapy & increasing difficulty with regard to stretches/exercises utilizing equipment in the clinic.

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February 15, 2026

5.0

quietly competent, polite, pleasant

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February 15, 2026

5.0

See above. She listens to you & your pain

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February 13, 2026

5.0

She gave me this amazing neck massage as I do have the generate dis disease. I appreciate her.

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February 13, 2026

5.0

Tessa is an excellent and knowledgeable PT.

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February 11, 2026

5.0

Considerate of person.

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February 08, 2026

5.0

Tessa provides targeted hands-on intervention that is effective & mindful of my comfort level. She has provided me with opportunities to engage in exercises using equipment in the clinic. She has demonstrated new exercises to me & has also given me opportunities to do those same exercises while she is present to provide feedback & guidance.

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February 02, 2026

5.0

Efficient, professional, knowledgable on her care

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January 30, 2026

4.0

Tessa demonstrated professionalism & focused on providing me with hands on intervention & showed care & respect for my needs.

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January 19, 2026

5.0

Listens, very good at picking the right workout to solve the issue.

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January 15, 2026

5.0

In addition to above comments, Tessa demonstrated an understanding of my issues & articulated how she planned to address them through specific massage techniques & stretches in clinic; she also reviewed home exercises given to me by surgical team & made recommendations for continuing these as well as additional exercises, which she demonstrated, I replicated in clinic; I was given a paper copy of new exercises to do at home.

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January 04, 2026

5.0

Tessa is knowledgible and focused on a good outcome

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January 01, 2026

5.0

Tessa provided detailed instructions on the exercises. She corrected bad movement form. When I shared functional issues with her, she added exercises to assist me to resolve the problems. I felt she listened to me, and I appreciated the flexibility. I worked with Tessa the most. I enjoyed working with her as well as Christine, Lydia, and Peter. Great staff. Positive experience!

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December 16, 2025

5.0

She is definitely good at her job and she is very kind and caring. She explains everything to me and has helped me get through some tough days with my new shoulder replacement. When I leave the session I always feel better!!

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December 15, 2025

5.0

Simply - I am better. The exercises are working!

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December 01, 2025

5.0

Very patient and professional

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November 28, 2025

5.0

Extremely professional. Went over exercises in detail.

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November 24, 2025

5.0

Tessa Walsh has helped me with my strength focus and flexibility. Tessa is patient, kind and funny. I'm delighted to work with her. Never a dull moment with Tessa. Tessa is one of the best Physical Trainers I have ever worked with. Kudos to Tessa!

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November 12, 2025

5.0

Tessa is an incredible physical therapist. Her expertise patience and dedication have played a pivotal role in my recovery journey. Her encouragement helped me heal in more ways than one. Tessa made each session motivating and for always taking the time to explain everything in detail. Tessa made physical therapy sessions not only effective but also enjoyable. Kudos to Tessa. Rock On!

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November 08, 2025

5.0

Very good at what she does

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November 07, 2025

5.0

I felt better when I left. Very nice person

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November 07, 2025

5.0

She works all the right spots and is caring

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October 27, 2025

5.0

Professional, knowledgeable friendly

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October 26, 2025

5.0

PT Tessa listens to my questions and concerns and provides recommendations to support my recovery.

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October 22, 2025

5.0

Tessa is exceptional. When I have difficulty with an exercise she finds another way that is not that difficult for me while still targeting the same area .

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September 21, 2025

5.0

She knows her job and very concerned with my health

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September 12, 2025

5.0

I would highly recommend Tessa, she listens well and gives great exercises to help the situation.

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September 12, 2025

5.0

Very professional, Kind, and nice

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September 10, 2025

5.0

Tessa listens well and gives me great exercises to help my condition.

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September 10, 2025

5.0

She was very concerned of my problems and where it hurts

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August 30, 2025

5.0

Because she is the best!

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August 20, 2025

5.0

Tessa is thorough, thoughtful and so comprehensive when she does her assessment. I can tell she is monitoring where I am having deficits in strength and range of motion. She makes corrections and gives me tips on how to continue to progress and avoid injury. I am sorry not to be able to complete my PT with her. Oakbrook is so fortunate to have her! Appreciate all of her excellent care! listens and watches for

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August 05, 2025

5.0

Professional and thorough explanations to accompany training of appropriate exercises

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July 28, 2025

5.0

Professional demeanor, explains very well all exercises and reason for doing them.

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July 23, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable and really tailors the exercises to my level of strength and pain.

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June 04, 2025

5.0

Again. Tessa knew what she was doing and she was very personable.

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May 16, 2025

5.0

Very professional and pleasant demeanor. Undertook a thorough history and listened attentively. Assessment was very helpful in understanding the issue and next steps to address my pain. I felt very hopeful by the end of my visit.

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May 16, 2025

5.0

She cares and answers all my questions

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May 06, 2025

5.0

The therapist have knowledge and dedication to the patients

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May 01, 2025

5.0

Tessa was very effective and focused She had a compassionate nature.

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