Dr. Erica Peterson
Physical Therapist
Erica J. Peterson, PT, DPT, ATC
Dr. Erica Peterson is a physical therapist and certified athletic trainer practicing at FX Physical Therapy’s Elkridge clinic. She earned both her Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training and her Doctor of Physical Therapy from Boston University.
Before joining FXPT, Dr. Erica worked within Boston University Athletics, providing care for Women’s Lacrosse, Women’s Golf, and Field Hockey, while also serving on the Athletic Training Residency & Fellowship faculty with a focus on orthopedics. She has extensive experience in post-operative rehabilitation, progressive return-to-sport programming, and managing the unique demands of high-level athletes.
Dr. Erica is certified in Dry Needling through Structure & Function and Myopain Seminars. She also incorporates aquatic rehabilitation and Pilates-based physical therapy into her treatment approach when appropriate, offering patients a versatile and individualized plan of care.
Outside the clinic, Dr. Erica enjoys hiking, snowboarding, and playing golf. She believes in building strength, confidence, and resilience, and helping every patient return to what they love with clarity and confidence.