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Pam Bohling

PT, MHS, OCS
Pam is a 1988 graduate from Colorado State University with a BS in Human Nutrition.

In 1990, she completed a BS in Physical Therapy from the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center and went on to earn her advanced Masters degree (MHS) in Orthopedic Physical Therapy from the University of Indianapolis. She was board-certified as an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) by the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties in 1997 and taught professional continuing education courses nationally from 2004 to 2008. She has been a guest speaker twice for the annual conference for the Colorado Foot and Ankle Society. The topic of her lecture was “Looking up the Kinetic Chain for causes of Mechanical Foot Pain” in 2013 and “Functional Dry Needling: The Neuroplastic Approach to Treating the Lower Extremity” in 2017. She has been trained in numerous manual therapy techniques and uses them extensively. She is trained in trigger point dry needling and has been using it successfully in orthopedic patients as well as patients with Multiple Sclerosis. She feels honored to be voted by her patients and colleagues “Best of the Best” as a Physical Therapist in 2012, 2015 and 2016. 

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Arvada
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Janessa Devereux

PT, DPT, CFMT
Janessa graduated from the University of Colorado at Boulder with a BA degree in Kinesiology, and her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the University of Colorado Denver.

She then went on to become a Certified Functional Manual Therapist through the Institute of Physical Art in Steamboat Springs, CO (see FAQ for more info). She is certified in trigger point dry needling, and utilizes visceral (organ) mobilization in her manual treatments when necessary. Janessa specializes in running gait analysis with a functional whole-body approach by minimizing energy expenditure and reducing unnecessary load on the joints. She is also certified in mat and reformer Pilates. Her passion is in treating orthopedic and sports injuries using a very hands-on approach, and empowering her patients to truly understand their conditions for optimal outcomes. Janessa is an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association, and in her free time, she enjoys running, backpacking, snowboarding, biking, and camping.

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Louisville
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Steven Brentin

PT, DPT
Steven graduated from Regis University with a Bachelor’s degree in Biology and received his Doctorate of Physical Therapy in 2013 from Regis, as well.

He has experience in a variety of settings, treating both acute and chronic orthopedic and neurological conditions. Steven is a strong proponent of evidenced based practice, integrating the most current scientific evidence with the unique perspectives, needs, and values of each patient. He believes his role as a physical therapist is to guide patients through the rehabilitation process using education, specific exercise progressions, and a hands-on approach in order to help them restore functional mobility and meet their goals. Steven has a strong interest in vestibular/balance disorders and is currently seeking additional certifications to further his practice in this and other areas. He is an active member of both the orthopedic and neurology sections of the American Physical Therapy Association. In his free time, he enjoys outdoor activities with his wife and two children including hiking, rock climbing, cycling, and snowboarding.

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Wheat Ridge
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John Sauer

PT, DPT, OCS
John graduated with his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of Missouri-Columbia in 2011.

After a move up to Chicago to begin clinical practice, he went through a post-graduate residency program in orthopedics, which culminated in board-certification as an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist in 2014. 

John is certified as a Running Technique Specialist through the Pose Method and is also a certified MobilityWOD Specialist, which is more focused around the treatment of powerlifting and CrossFit athletes. In addition to his focus on the endurance and CrossFit athlete populations, John has additional experience with treatment of golfers and soccer players.

He comes to Mountain States from a large Midwestern sports medicine and orthopedic practice, where he had the opportunity to see a wide range of conditions, ranging from post-operative to chronic pain conditions. He also managed their national endurance program, serving as lead faculty for their Video Gait Analysis courses and providing clinicians with regular education on the treatment of runners, swimmers, cyclists, and multi-sport athletes.

In his free time, John enjoys hiking, cycling, and running with his wife and 3 children.

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Louisville
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Anna Mitchell

PT, DPT
Anna received her BA in Integrative Physiology from the University of Colorado Boulder and her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of Colorado Denver.

Anna has taken additional coursework with Herman and Wallace for pelvic floor rehabilitation and has experience treating individuals who are pregnant, postpartum, and patients experiencing urinary incontinence and pelvic pain. She has also received her certification in dry needling through the Spinal Manipulation Institute for various orthopedic conditions. Her passion is providing trauma informed care while treating orthopedic and pelvic floor dysfunctions to help people live their lives to the fullest. In her free time, she enjoys cooking, yoga, horticulture, and exploring the Colorado outdoors.

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Wheat Ridge
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Kortny Cook

PT, DPT
Kortny completed her Doctorate of Physical Therapy at Northern Arizona University, where she was honored with the Clinical Scholar Award in 2012.

Kortny is a Colorado native, born and raised in Arvada. She earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Integrative Physiology at the University of Colorado at Boulder, and then ventured off to Flagstaff, AZ to complete her Doctorate of Physical Therapy Degree at Northern Arizona University, where she was honored with the Clinical Scholar Award in 2012.

She is certified in Dry Needling - Level II, Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA) - Level II, and is a certified Pilates Instructor through Body Arts & Sciences International. She is currently working towards a Board Certification in Orthopedics.

In addition to her skills in orthopedics, she is also certified in LSVT Big Therapy for Parkinson’s Disease, has experience working with patients who have neurologic conditions like strokes and brain injuries, and has extensive training in vestibular rehabilitation.

Kortny loves treating patients of all ages and strives to incorporate the latest evidence-based practices to guide her decision-making. She aims to take the time to listen to each patient’s concerns and goals, so that they receive individualized and optimal care.

In her spare time, Kortny enjoys traveling, being outdoors, gardening, exercising, and spending time with her friends, family, husband, and their dog, River.

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Arvada
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Elizabeth Ford

PT, DPT
Elizabeth graduated from The University of Texas Medical Branch in 2016 with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy.

Elizabeth received a B.S in Kinesiology from Texas A&M University in 2013. She then graduated from The University of Texas Medical Branch in 2016 with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy. Elizabeth is certified in Vestibular and Concussion Rehabilitation through the American Institute of Balance and has a background in treating patients for symptoms such as vertigo, blurred vision and balance deficits following head trauma. Elizabeth is passionate about patient education in order to create an environment of trust and understanding and she also enjoys approaching her sessions with a focus on evidence based practice. She has wide interests that include both orthopedic and neurologic populations and is focused on continuing to grow within her profession to achieve better patient outcomes.
Outside of the clinic Elizabeth enjoys snowboarding, reading, yoga and finding her next highest hike.

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Wheat Ridge, Arvada

Kathleen Cunningham

PT, DPT
Kathleen received her Bachelor’s in Biology from Regis University and continued her education with Regis, receiving her Doctorate of Physical Therapy in 2018.

Kathleen received her Bachelor’s in Biology from Regis University and continued her education with Regis, receiving her Doctorate of Physical Therapy in 2018. Her passion is treating orthopedic conditions, particularly those of the foot and ankle, as well as pain conditions. As a former ballet and dance teacher, Kathleen has a strong foundation in foot and ankle injuries and other conditions seen in performing artists. She also has a strong passion to teach and work with her patients to empower them in an understanding of their conditions and the unique needs of their own bodies. Kathleen uses a variety of techniques with her patients, including specific exercise progressions, manual therapy techniques and myofascial cupping techniques to help her patients achieve their individual goals. She is also an active member of the orthopedic section of the American Physical Therapy Association and maintains close ties with the local dance community. In her free time, Kathleen enjoys baking, crocheting, crafting, gardening, dancing and spending time with her husband.

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Wheat Ridge

Certified Hand Therapists

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Megan Brunell

OTR, CHT
Megan graduated from Colorado State University with her degree in Occupational Therapy.

She has devoted her career to treating upper extremity injuries and conditions, and has 15 years of experience. She is proficient in custom splinting as well as Delta Casting. She has had several continuing education courses in Myofascial Release techniques, and utilizes these in patient treatment plans. In addition, Megan has also had special training in Lymphedema Management. She completed the lymphedema program for the LeDuc treatment method which includes manual lymph drainage and multi-layered bandaging. She is certified in LSVT BIG treatment, which is a leading treatment for Parkinson Disease. She has also taken a special interest in yoga and completed her Yoga Teaching Certification in 2013. She is a member of ASHT (American Society of Hand Therapists) and serves on the board of the local Hand Special Interest Group. Megan is an adjunct professor for the Doctorate of Occupational Therapy Creighton-Regis pathway. She is passionate about teaching and educating students on the profession of occupational therapy. She is very active in the community and is well respected by her peers. In her free time, she enjoys yoga, biking, running, and spending time with her family. 

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Wheat Ridge
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Sheila Morton

OTR, CHT
Sheila graduated from Creighton University in Omaha, Nebraska.

She has been an Occupational Therapist for over 20 years and a Certified Hand Therapist for 15 years. She has extensive experience treating upper extremity conditions. She takes a comprehensive approach to treatment, using a variety of techniques including Active Release Therapy (ART) to maximize patients’ success.  She also performs ergonomic evaluations for individuals and corporations. She is a member of ASHT and the local Hand Special Interest Group. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family, travel, running and skiing.

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Wheat Ridge, Louisville
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Ann Terry

OTR, CHT
Ann is a graduate of the University of Missouri-Columbia and has worked in the field of Occupational Therapy for 16 years.

She has been a Certified Hand Therapist for 11 years. She has worked closely with several hand surgeons and done extensive splinting and treatment of traumatic injuries including tendon lacerations, fractures, and nerve injuries. She recently moved to the Denver area and enjoys spending time with family, biking and hiking.

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Arvada, Louisville

Speech Therapists

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Christie Schwalbe

MS, CCC-SLP
Christie Jenks Schwalbe is a graduate of the University of Arizona with Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees in Speech Language Pathology.

Christie Jenks Schwalbe MS, CCC-SLP is a graduate of the University of Arizona with Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees in Speech-Language Pathology. She is a published author with over 25 years of experience. Her focus is helping adults who have found themselves less able to communicate, cognitively perform IADLs, safely enjoy food and drink, and return to their prior levels of independence. She is dedicated to restoring these skills that allow people to enjoy their lives and relationships. Christie is certified in LSVT LOUD and Vital Stim.

When not at work, she enjoys travel, cooking, and spending time with her photographer husband and their dog, Dave.

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Wheat Ridge
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Amy Nitta

MA, CCC-SLP
Amy Nitta, MA, CCC-SLP, is a class of 1995 Boettcher Scholar with an undergraduate degree in cognitive psychology from Colorado College, and a Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of Colorado at Boulder.

Amy Nitta, MA, CCC-SLP, is a class of 1995 Boettcher Scholar with an undergraduate degree in cognitive psychology from Colorado College, and a Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of Colorado at Boulder. Amy is a former clinical instructor for adult voice and motor speech disorders in the CU Speech Language Hearing Sciences department. She is a currently a member of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Special Interest Groups for Swallowing and Neurogenic Communication Disorders. She has advanced training in the development of executive function skills such as memory and attention, and is also certified in the McNeil Dysphagia Therapy Program.

Outside the office, Amy enjoys good food, travel, and spending time with her husband and three kids.

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Arvada

Billing Specialist

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Julie Leslie

(303) 953-3163 julie@mountainstatestherapy.com

Julie comes to us with over 13 years of billing experience. She has implemented both Kareo and Therabill systems. She works with the patient and the therapist ensure transparency of costs associated with treatment.

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