About Us

Mike grew up in Lewiston and returned to his hometown 17 years ago to be closer to family after living in North Carolina for 7 years. Mike currently resides in Lewiston with his wife Jenn and three daughters and appreciates what Lewiston and the state of Maine have to offer. Hiking, boating, exploring the coast of Maine and outdoor activities occupy most weekends for Mike and his family. “Rediscovery Maine after multiple years living out of state has been an adventure.”

After working multiple years in the construction industry Mike earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Community Health Education from the University of Maine in Farmington in 1995. Mike went on to graduate school to study Physical Therapy at Elon University in North Carolina graduating in 2000. Mike has been providing Physical Therapy services for over 20 years primarily in an outpatient orthopedic and sports medicine environment with additional experience working with the geriatric population in a skilled nursing facility as well as patients in the acute rehab and inpatient settings. Mike has been operating Proactive and providing exceptional care to the community in which he lives since 2007. “The sense of community and small town feel of Lewiston is unique and a big part of what we do at Proactive”

Mike's use of current evidence based practice, his experience in the fitness industry and focus on patient education ensures maximum results. Mike stresses the importance of team work between the patient, the physical therapist and the medical community. This team philosophy is paramount at Proactive. “We provided patient centered care at the core. Service based on listening to our patients and individualizing a treatment plan to help you achieve your best.”

Mike’s areas of specialty include treatment of back and neck pain utilizing the McKenzie method of mechanical diagnosis and treatment. The McKenzie approach is the gold standard in treating disc related and mechanical back or neck pain. Use of corrective exercise and hands on techniques to address muscle and joint imbalance in our bodies to restore normal movement patterns is a big part of Mike’s practice. “Educating individuals on how to care for their bodies, self-treat and recovery from injury or surgery is empowering.” Mike has had success helping patients recover from joint replacement surgery, rotator cuff repairs, work related or sports related injuries as well as day to day aches, strains and chronic pain.

John graduated from Tufts University with a Bachelor of Science degree in biology in 1997. He then worked in the finance industry before going on to graduate school to study physical therapy. He earned a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the University of New England in 2009.

John was born and raised in the Lewiston-Auburn area and truly enjoys working with the L-A community. His previous experience in physical therapy includes work in the hospital, acute rehabilitation, and outpatient settings. This diversity of practice combined with his interest in sports medicine gives him a unique perspective and varied skill set to bring to Proactive Physical Therapy.

John is a runner himself and particularly enjoys working with that population. He has worked with a variety of athletes, from recreational to professional including minimalist and bare foot runners as well as. John has been involved in providing medical tent services for multiple road race events including the Boston Marathon and many other events throughout Maine, most recently the Lake Auburn Half Marathon.

John is working toward the McKenzie certification, the current gold standard in treating neck and back pain. John adopts the philosophy that many injuries result from faulty movement patterns and muscular imbalances. Consequently, he seeks to restore optimal movement and muscular balance, and in so doing, prevent or reduce the possibility of re-injury. John’s analytical skills and commitment to educating his patients distinguishes his skill set and leads to long lasting outcomes for his patients.

Cameron Hartford is a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant with over six years of experience in outpatient orthopedics and rehabilitation. A Northern Maine native, Cameron developed an early passion for athletics, particularly soccer, which continues to influence his interest in movement and performance-based care.

Cameron began his healthcare career in high school and progressed to working as a Certified Nursing Assistant, gaining valuable inpatient care experience. Initially pursuing a degree in nursing, Cameron discovered his true passion for rehabilitation through close collaboration with physical therapy teams and transitioned into the field of physical therapy. He earned his PTA degree from the University of Maine at Presque Isle in 2020 and has since treated a wide range of conditions, including joint replacements, sports injuries, spinal disorders, and balance impairments.

He emphasizes patient-centered care, combining individualized exercise programs with hands-on manual therapy techniques such as joint mobilization, soft tissue work, and myofascial interventions. Cameron is particularly focused on restoring functional movement patterns and educating patients on proper body mechanics to prevent reinjury and achieve long-term results.

Cameron currently resides in Raymond, Maine with his wife and son. Outside of the clinic, he enjoys hiking, skiing, weight training, and golfing.

Andrew grew up in the small town of Washburn, Maine. He attended Husson University, where he earned his Bachelor’s degree in Health Sciences in 2021, followed by his Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2026.

Andrew’s healthcare career began with humble beginnings, working his first job in the kitchen at The Aroostook Medical Center. He later became a certified nursing assistant, spending much of his time working at Eastern Maine Medical Center. During this time, he gained valuable medical experience working with a wide variety of patient populations while floating throughout the hospital, as well as specialized experience in the emergency department. These experiences provided him with a strong foundation in patient care and continue to shape his approach to physical therapy. Andrew values building strong relationships with his patients and strives to provide individualized, compassionate care throughout each patient’s rehabilitation journey.

Andrew enjoys treating a diverse range of patient populations, from individuals recovering from surgery to athletes and everyone in between. He has several areas of interest that he hopes to pursue through continued education, including dry needling. While attending Husson University, Andrew participated in a research study focused on incorporating dry needling into the entry-level Doctor of Physical Therapy curriculum. The goal of this work was to help provide future DPT graduates with the knowledge, skills, and education necessary to begin safely and confidently incorporating dry needling into their practice following graduation.