Education

• Undergraduate: Colorado State University, Exercise and Sports Science

• Graduate: Regis University, Master of Science Physical Therapy 

• Rehab Specialty: Craniosacral, Muscle Energy Technique, Graston, Dry Needling, Hands-on Manual Therapy (all areas)

Julia has been a big contributor, manager and active physical therapist at Alpine Therapy for over 20 years.   Her methods and processes on how to treat patients is the guiding force for our clinic.  She currently operates as the supervising therapist.

A long time athlete as well as a collegiate basketball player; she understands sports related injuries and enjoys returning individuals to their athletic and physical optimum. In additon, being a mom of two very active children allows her to connect with a younger clientele. Julia has a passion for continuing her education in both traditional and alternative type treatments. She is well versed in the treatment techniques of myofascial release, strain counter strain, and cranial sacral work as well as muscle energy techniques for all joint and spinal regions.

A Longmont native, Julia enjoys giving back to the community. She served two 6 year terms on the board at the Tiny Tim Center, volunteered at the Our Center Infant Care facility, and has organized a gift giving event to the nursing home for the last fifteen years. "I feel very blessed to be working in such a great community and to work in a career I truly love!"

Education

• Undergrad: University of South Alabama: Exercise science 

• Graduate: Ohio University, Doctor of Physical Therapy 

• Rehab Specialties: MDT for low back pain, Hands-On Manual therapy

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John is a transplant to the Longmont area from Cincinnati Ohio, with experience working in a variety of areas across the United States and a love for exploring new places.  

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John has a passion for helping people achieve their goals by tailoring treatments for each individual. He has a range of experience in outpatient with a focus on manual therapy and therapeutic exercise to reach these goals. John completed training in MDT with the McKenzie institute for low back pain, Fascial Distortion Model, and variety of orthopedic treatments including joint manipulation.  

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John enjoys all that Colorado has to offer with its beautiful scenery with hiking, bouldering, camping, paddleboarding, and playing a variety of sports from golf, basketball, ultimate frisbee, and disc golf.

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Education

• Undergraduate: Colorado State University, Exercise and Sports Science

• Graduate: Regis University, Master of Science Physical Therapy

• Rehab Specialty: Craniosacral, Muscle Energy Technique, Graston, Dry Needling, Hands-on Manual Therapy (all areas)

Molly has been at Alpine since 2003, and she really enjoys working with a diverse patient population in this outpatient setting. She has a passion for helping others and loves being a physical therapist.  This passion allows her to help her patients reach their own rehabilitation goals such as improving mobility and strength, returning to activity, and decreasing pain. 

She enjoys learning and is dedicated to continuously improving her skills and diversity of treatment strategies to better serve her patients. Her continuing education coursework includes; craniosacral therapy, dry needling, myofascial release, muscle energy techniques, core strenghtening and stabilization, and joint specific courses for TMJ, shoulder, wrist, hand, hip, knee, and ankle. 

Molly is a Colorado native and says she can't imagine a better place to live. She loves spending time with her family and being outdoors, especially camping, fishing (particularly on the ice!), playing softball and golf. 

Education

• Undergraduate:  Colorado State, BS in Health and Exercise Science

• Graduate: Univ. of Colorado Anschutz, Doctor of Physical Therapy  

• Rehab Specialty: Dry Needling, Myofascial Decompression (Cup Therapy), Hands-on Manual Therapy (all areas)

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Tanna is a Colorado native, growing up in Wray and then later moving to Loveland.  

She has gained significant experience at multiple outpatient physical therapy clinics in Colorado.   Tanna has experience in all types of outpatient orthopedics.  She recently completed a course in myofascial decompression (Cup Therapy) and she is actively using this technique with patients.  She has also participated in advanced sport physical therapy and joint manipulation training. In addition, Tanna has worked in the Exercise Physiology portion of the Health and Human Performance Laboratory.  She recently completed extra courses in Muscle Energy Technique.

She enjoys an active lifestyle including playing spike ball, hiking, soccer and bowling, and of course spending time with her family! 

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Education:

• Undergraduate: University of Texas

• Graduate: Regis University Schools of Physical Therapy

• Rehab Specialty: Soft tissue mobilization, joint mobilization/manipulation, breaking of scar tissue and fascial adhesions, dry needling, correcting habitually faulty movement patterns and neuromuscular recruitment and integration.

A graduate of the University of Texas and Regis University Schools of Physical Therapy Dr. Phinney Has over 25 years of experience as a physical therapist.  Dr. Phinney has extensive expertise in helping you recover from neuromuscular, spine, orthopedic and sports injuries and surgeries. Utilizing several different techniques Dr. Phinney will assist in restoring function and eliminating your pain. Techniques include: various types of soft tissue mobilization, joint mobilization/manipulation, breaking of scar tissue and fascial adhesions, trigger point dry needling, identifying and correcting habitually faulty movement patterns, progressive strength training patterns emphasizing appropriate neuromuscular recruitment and integration. Should you find yourself undergoing surgery Dr. Phinney will work closely with your surgeon to optimize your path back to full function with return to activity.  Whether your activity includes swinging a club or racquet, kicking or throwing a ball, running, pedaling a bike, paddling, swimming, jumping a horse, strapping on skis, etc., Dr. Phinney will work to identify structural, habitual and repetitive factors that can lead to activity ending injuries or surgeries and create a comprehensive plan to reduce the risk of injury and keep you moving pain free. 

Dr. Phinney has lived in Boulder County since 1996 and in addition to staying active with his soccer playing 16 year old son, has completed many Bolder Boulders, Boulder Backroads half marathon, Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon, American Birkebeiner, Ironman 70.3, Triple Bypass and many other less “active” endeavors including enjoying a home cooked meal on the back deck with friends.  Call now for a consultation.

Education:

• Undergraduate: Texas Tech University, Kinesiology with a minor in psychology

• Graduate: Abilene Christian University, Master of Science in Occupational Therapy

• Rehab Specialty: Upper Extremity Injuries, Hand injuries

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Cassie started at Alpine in 2023, and she thrives on building rapport with and working with a diverse patient population in the outpatient setting. She enjoys helping people and has a passion for being an occupational therapist. This passion makes it possible for her to help patients reach their goals whether that be regaining independence in everyday or recreational activities, improving mobility and strength, and decreasing pain. 

She pursues learning and improving her skills and treatment strategies to better help her patients reach their goals. Her continuing education coursework includes: mobilization with movement, hand injuries, and joint specific courses for shoulder, elbow, wrist, and hand.

Cassie moved to Colorado in 2021 to begin working as an occupational therapist. She loves all the outdoor activities Colorado has to offer. She spends her free time rock climbing, hiking with her dogs, camping, and skiing/snowboarding.

Education:

• Undergraduate: UMASS Dartmouth, Bachelor of Science in Biology

• Graduate: University of Jamestown, Doctor of Physical Therapy

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Specialties: Vertigo and vestibular dysfunction, post-concussion rehabilitation balance and fall prevention, chronic spine pain, return to sport safely, equestrian athletes.

Sharon moved to Colorado in 2022 from Cape Cod Massachusetts. She has lived in Virginia and North Dakota and has finally settled in Colorado. She specializes in vestibular pathologies that include symptoms of vertigo and disequilibrium. Sharon also treats post-concussion syndrome and general musculoskeletal conditions. She has completed dry needling continuing education from Myopain Seminars and her vestibular/concussion education from The American Institute of Balance. She strives to teach patients they have greater physical capabilities than they may believe and how to safely return to their favorite activities. She is a proponent of pain science and the mind/body connection to injuries and understanding the role past traumas can contribute to chronic pain.

Sharon enjoys weightlifting, equestrian sports, videogames and hiking. Sharon has 3 pet goats that she will exercise around different local trails.

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Education:

• Undergraduate: Bachelor of Science in Colorado University of Northern - Greeley, CO

• Graduate:  Doctor of Physical Therapy in Physical Therapy University of Colorado - Denver, CO

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"Emily has been a physical therapist in Colorado for nine years and has worked in a variety of orthopedic clinics. Emily loves all aspects of orthopedics, and has taken many continuing education courses. She is certified in dry needling, and is currently working on a multi-year certification in manual therapy.

Emily is a Colorado native and grew up riding horses. These days, she spends her free time playing with her semi-retired horses or volunteering at a local therapeutic riding center. Other hobbies include the Colorado favorites of hiking and paddle boarding. She also loves to travel as much as possible."

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Education:

• Undergraduate: Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science at the University of Montana in Missoula

• Graduate:  Rutgers School of Health Professions May of 2023 with his Doctor of Physical Therapy

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Matt has experience with a diverse patient population, which has greatly influenced his approach to therapy.  He believes it is important for his therapy to be a collaboration between the patient and the therapist, to ensure that the patient’s concerns are addressed and to help the patient reach their rehab goals. He is seeking to obtain a clinical certification in manual therapy and wants to obtain a CSCS certification. (Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist) 

Matt is a native of Jersey Shore originally, although he has lived in several states, and is very excited to now be in Colorado. If he's not in the clinic, you can find him lifting weights, traveling, or in the great outdoors. 

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