Welcome to Gateau Physical Therapy
"Professional Treatment with Personal Care"
We are pleased that you have chosen us for your rehabilitation needs. Our goal is to help you achieve your highest level of wellness, to handle not only the pain, but to understand and treat the underlying cause of your symptoms so that the problem doesn't recur. Our goal is to become your family physical therapist and the first place you want your family and friends to go for help.
Gateau Physical Therapy was established in 1987 by licensed physical therapist, Bonnie Gateau PT, CSCS. We have been providing quality outpatient physical therapy services to the Southern Maryland region for over 20 years. Our staff of licensed physical therapists and physical therapist assistants are dedicated to providing you with physical therapy care in a professional setting. Our business thrives and relies heavily on referrals from satisfied patients who return for additional services and recommend our services to friends and family.
In Maryland, we are licensed to treat patients without a doctors referral however, most insurance companies require a referral. We do have a free consultation program to determine if physical therapy would be benificial for your condition. If you think that we could be of service to you, call our office to set up an appointment or click on the free consultation information link below. Our front office staff are friendly, knowledgeable and will help you to secure an appropriate referral from your doctor if needed and will guide you in the right direction.If you see your doctor, request that you be referred to Gateau Physical Therapy. It is your choice.
Mission Statement
Our policy is to provide "Professional Treatment with Personal Care." Our total team effort contributes to the highest quality of each patient's complete care. Providing excellent services to our clients results in highly satisfied patients who are pain free and have returned to a functional level consistent with their program's goals. Our commitment to quality treatment includes the referral source, payors, employers and the clients we serve. The successful efforts of our entire organization will achieve the highest degree of respect, service excellence and integrity. Our goal is to improve the health and well being of those around us.
Gateau Physical Therapy offers convenience with two locations to serve you:
Supporting Our Community:
- 2004-2005 St. Mary's Chamber Annual Beacon Award
- Calvert County School Mentorship Program
- Proud sponsor of March of Dimes, Hospice, and Special Olympics
Free Consultation Information
Most Insurances accepted.
Sports Performance Enhancement Program for the athlete. Find out how to arrange a program for your team or small group, or sign up for one-on-one training sessions. Call Ellie Sweum, PTA, CPT at 301-862-5177 or email her at elliesweum@gmail.com


