Karen Skolnik, PT, MPT, Cert. MDT
Physical Therapist | Specializing in Orthopedic Rehabilitation, Back & Neck Pain, Balance & Gait Disorders
Karen Skolnik is a dedicated and experienced Physical Therapist who is passionate about helping patients recover from injuries and prevent future ones. At Good Life Physical Therapy in Tarrytown, NY, she provides personalized, one-on-one care that combines movement techniques with patient education to promote lasting healing and well-being.
Karen specializes in treating:
Balance and gait disorders
Back and neck pain
Lumbar, cervical, and thoracic spine conditions
Orthopedic injuries and musculoskeletal disorders
Sports-related injuries
Rehabilitation after orthopedic surgeries
Her treatment approach integrates the McKenzie Method (Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy), a research-supported system effective for diagnosing and treating spine-related pain, with manual therapy techniques such as Maitland, Active Release Techniques (ART), and Mulligan. Karen also incorporates Pilates-based rehabilitation and therapeutic exercises to restore strength, mobility, and function.
Education & Credentials:
Master of Physical Therapy – Hunter College, City University of New York
Bachelor of Science in Marketing – University of Maryland
Certified in Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy (McKenzie Method)
Power Pilates Mat Certification
Continuing Education in:
Graston Technique
Kinesio Taping
Manual Therapy Techniques: Maitland, ART, Mulligan
Why Choose Karen Skolnik?
Karen is known for her compassionate, patient-centered approach that emphasizes understanding each patient's unique needs and goals. She is committed to providing effective treatments that not only alleviate pain but also empower patients to maintain their progress and prevent future injuries.
What is a session with Karen like?
Each session begins with a thorough discussion of your symptoms and concerns. Karen utilizes various manual techniques, therapeutic exercises, and patient education to address your specific needs. She makes time to discuss your concerns and assures you have a clear understanding of exercises to do on your own to continue your recovery. Her sessions are designed to be both therapeutic and enjoyable.
Outside the Clinic
When she's not working, Karen enjoys spending time with her husband and three young children. She is passionate about running, playing tennis and skiing. Karen also loves to travel, see live music, and enjoy delicious food. Her active lifestyle helps her empathize with patients and understand the importance of full recovery and remaining pain-free.
Karen spent most of her childhood in New Jersey.
Testimonials
“Karen Skolnick - When you feel that you are both looking forward to PT and dreading it…Karen is the perfect antidote. She is both knowledgeable and caring. It is rare to have someone who is interested beyond the session, someone who continually shares articles and information, while bringing her warmth and rehabilitation experience to “painful situations.” - FE
“Good Life PT is a great practice. Karen Skolnik PT has helped me immensely. I've recommended Karen to a number of my friends and will continue to do so. She is devoted to her Patients and works hard to find the real cause of your Pain and how best to help you recover enough to do the things you enjoy.” - SM
My 99-year-old grandma has always said, “Today is the best day of my life, because this is now and we are here.” I think this is the best way to live life!
“I am passionate about the process of helping each of my patients recover as well as prevent future injuries. My treatments are designed to relieve pain as well as educate on how to maintain the gains we make in each session.”
