Meet Our Team

Reese Whitely, the founder of Complex Physical Therapy and Performance, hails from Kingston, Jamaica. He holds a Master of Science in Athletic Training from Florida International University and has built a distinguished career working across high-level sports and performance environments.

His experience includes time with the NFL's Indianapolis Colts, FIU men's football and basketball, as well as work with NASCAR, NASA, and the NBA. Reese specializes in injury prevention, strength and conditioning, and optimizing athletic performance, with a deep focus on high-level athletes. Reese is also dedicated to leadership development and mentoring the next generation of professionals. He actively builds community partnerships and supports a strong local network of like-minded leaders. In his personal time, Reese enjoys traveling, exploring culinary arts, and committing himself to personal growth and self-improvement.

Jawanza, originally from Tallahassee, FL, is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist and a dynamic member of the Complex team. A graduate of the University of Southern California with a B.S. in Health Management, he competed in both football and baseball at USC before going on to play in the NFL with the Houston Texans and New York Giants.

He holds multiple certifications including CSCS, GOATA, StrongFirst Kettlebell II, StrongFirst Bodyweight, Animal Flow, Trigger Point, Vipr, and Pre/Post Natal training. His training experience spans a wide demographic—from youth and professional athletes to older adults and weekend warriors. Jawanza's approach combines his elite playing background with years of performance coaching. His goal is to empower clients to unlock their full potential through personalized and results-driven training. When not coaching, Jawanza enjoys music, recreational sports, traveling, and spending quality time with his wife, Desiree, and their dog, Ziggy.

Anderson is originally from Atlanta, GA, and brings a unique blend of elite athletic and clinical experience to Complex Physical Therapy and Performance as a Licensed Physical Therapist. He earned his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of Miami in 2020, following a standout football career at The Ohio State University (2005–2009), which led to a five-year NFL career with the Washington Football Team, Miami Dolphins, and Carolina Panthers.

Anderson holds certifications in Dry Needling and is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS). His expertise lies in sports-based return-to-play rehab, with a special focus on post-operative ACL recovery. He emphasizes client-centered care, designing customized treatment plans that not only meet the client's goals but also challenge them to become stronger than before their injury. In his free time, Anderson enjoys traveling, exploring new restaurants, boxing, practicing yoga, lifting, and spending time with his dog and family.

Originally from Miami, FL, Sebastian joined Complex as a Licensed Physical Therapist. He earned both his Bachelor's in Clinical Health Studies and Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Ithaca College in New York, where he also minored in coaching.

Sebastian holds certifications in Dry Needling (Level 1) and Blood Flow Restriction Training. With a background in outpatient orthopedics, he has treated a wide range of conditions including post-surgical recovery, musculoskeletal injuries, neurological disorders, and sport-related or work-related injuries. His clientele spans professional athletes, youth, geriatrics, pregnant women, and recreational athletes. Sebastian is passionate about bridging the gap between injury rehabilitation and returning to gym or sport performance. His commitment to continuing education ensures his patients receive the most up-to-date, evidence-based care. Outside the clinic, he enjoys playing in local basketball leagues, watching sports with friends, eating a good steak, and spending time at the beach listening to Spanish music.

Rafael, originally from Venezuela, joined Complex as a Strength and Conditioning Coach. He holds a B.S. in Exercise Science & Health Promotion from Florida Atlantic University and an M.S. in Exercise Science with a Strength & Conditioning focus from the University of South Florida.

Rafael is certified through OTA U and is a USA Weightlifting Level 1 Coach. He is passionate about athletic development, working with athletes of all ages and levels—ranging from youth to professionals—to improve speed, agility, power, strength, and injury resilience. With experience in multiple sports including soccer, baseball, basketball, volleyball, football, and tennis, Rafael brings a diverse training perspective. As a former Division 1 soccer player at FAU, he integrates his playing background into his coaching methods. In his free time, Rafael enjoys playing soccer, staying active, gaming, continuing his education, and hanging out with his dog.

Michele is originally from Long Island, NY and brings a well-rounded background in sports and rehabilitation to Complex. She earned her bachelor's degree in Exercise Science from the University of New Hampshire, where she also played Division 1 lacrosse, and later obtained her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Stony Brook University.

With extensive outpatient experience, Michele has worked with patients of all backgrounds—including post-operative cases, professional and collegiate athletes, marathoners, children, and older adults. Her approach blends manual therapy, corrective exercise, and strength-building, all while fostering mobility and mental resilience. Michele is passionate about educating her clients on the mind-to-muscle connection and empowering them to take charge of their recovery and performance journey. Outside of work, she enjoys beach days, running, yoga, trying new coffee shops, baking, and spending time with family.

Jess, originally from Washington, D.C., is a basketball performance specialist at Complex Physical Therapy and Performance in Miami. She earned her B.S. in Exercise Science from Shepherd University and brings a wealth of basketball-specific performance knowledge to the team.

Jess is certified in CSCS, APCC, and holds multiple credentials from the Gray Institute in Functional Techniques and Foundations. She has trained athletes at every level of the game—from NBA, WNBA, and G-League to NCAA Division I–III, and emerging youth talent. Jess is known for helping athletes unlock their full potential, improve movement efficiency, and build confidence on and off the court while reducing injury risk.

Coach Chris Hannigan is an elite-level performance trainer with over 16 years of experience in the sports and fitness industry. He is the former owner and head trainer of Route 1 Athletics, where he specialized in high-level sports performance training and helped thousands of athletes reach their peak potential.

Chris has worked with more than 100 professional athletes across the MLB, NBA, NFL, CFL, Euroleague, and Eurocup, as well as over 200 Division I athletes, 4 McDonald's All-Americans, and 6 Gatorade Players of the Year. He holds a Master of Science in Exercise Science and is a Certified Performance Enhancement Specialist, Functional Movement Specialist, and Certified Functional Strength Coach. These credentials allow him to design and implement highly effective programs that enhance performance, reduce injury risk, and help athletes overcome physical limitations. Chris is known for his unwavering commitment, attention to detail, and ability to connect with athletes of all levels—from youth and collegiate athletes to elite professionals and high-performing entrepreneurs.

Paige is originally from the Philadelphia area in Pennsylvania and joined Complex as a Strength & Conditioning Coach. She graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with her B.A. in Exercise and Sport Science with a Minor in Food Studies and went on to complete her M.S. in Kinesiology and Exercise Science at Florida International University.

Paige holds a certification in Sports Nutrition (NCSF-SNS) and specializes in flexibility, balance, calisthenics/gymnastics-based movements, and functional training. She is passionate about working with all individuals from youth to professionals and excited to coach swimmers, divers, and rotational sport athletes. Her goal is not only to enhance athletic performance, but to provide an outlet outside of sport that is fun, sustainable, and empowering. In her experience, Paige competed as a Division I athlete for five years in the sport of diving. Her career includes qualifying and competing in two U.S. Olympic Trials. Having trained and competed at an elite level, she understands firsthand what it takes physically and mentally and uses that insight to connect deeply with the athletes she coaches. She prides herself on being a "practice what you preach" coach, offering both accountability and empathy. Her background as a personal trainer, combined with shadowing experience in a sports performance and Olympic weightlifting facility, has shaped her ability to address performance barriers across a variety of populations. In her free time, Paige enjoys spending time with friends and family, being in nature, working out, baking, trying new activities, and Olympic Weightlifting.

Dr. J is not your average physical therapist — she's a movement strategist, fire starter, and fierce advocate for helping people reclaim strength in every season of life. With a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of Miami and a Bachelor's from the University of South Florida, Dr. J brings deep clinical knowledge, elite athletic experience, and a bold, fitness forward lens to rehab and performance.

She's certified in Orthopedic Manual Therapy, Dry Needling, and holds her CSCS — but her real magic lies in helping both women and men move with power, intention, and confidence. Her clinical and coaching experience spans world-class performers — from dancers, aerialists, and specialty acts with Royal Caribbean — to high-level athletes and everyday movers chasing their next level. She also spent multiple years coaching 40+ women every morning, building a strong community rooted in sweat, strength, and support. Now, as a mother and soon-to-be certified Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism Coach, Dr. J is especially passionate about guiding women through the unique physical demands of motherhood, helping them restore core function, rebuild strength, and rediscover their athleticism. Her treatment philosophy is grounded in this truth: There's a time and place for cupping, dry needling, Graston, manual therapy, and all the other tools and techniques — but the real transformation happens under load, with intention, and through a program built around your actual life. Whether you're working through pain, navigating postpartum, or chasing a new level of performance, Dr. J is here to help you bridge the gap between rehab and training — and reignite the drive and fire within you.