About the Private Practice Section
We Are Your Physical Therapists
The Private Practice Section (PPS) is comprised of 3,876 physical therapists nationwide who own, operate, or work in a private practice setting. We are a component of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and our mission is to champion the success of the physical therapist in business. PPS members benefit from the Section's focus on advocacy; payment policy; education on practice management, business, marketing, public relations, and business innovation. The Private Practice Section, APTA was incorporated in Nevada in 1956 as a non-profit 501(c)6 and is now headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia.
Mission
The mission of the Private Practice Section is to champion the success of the physical therapist in business.
Governance
PPS is governed by an elected Board of Directors who meet regularly to ensure that the section's strategic plan, initiatives, and mission are realized. An annual report containing membership data, financials, activities, and accomplishments is published each fall.
Approved Section Bylaws | 2018 - 2020 Strategic Plan | 2020 PPS Annual Report
Board of Directors
The Board of Directors collaborates with staff and a legion of volunteer committees to execute the strategic plan and serve PPS members.

Mike Horsfield, PT, MBA
President

Amy Snyder, PT, DPT
Vice President

Stacey Alberts, PT, MPT
Secretary
