Our Staff

 Colorado Wellness Group, LLC:

Dr. Christine Bender - Chiropractor

Dr. Christine BenderChristine Bender, DC
D.A.B.C.O.
Doctor of Chiropractic
Diplomate Associate of the Board of Chiropractic Orthopedics
Certified Acupuncturist

Education:

· Undergraduate: Pre-Chriopractic, Chemistry; University of Wisconsin
Milwaukee, Wisconsin

· Doctor of Chiropractic & Bachelor in Human Biology; National College of Chiropractic,
Lombard, Illinois

· Certified Acupuncturist; Anchorpoint Method, 2500 hours
Emmet Smith, Doctor of Oriental Medicine,

· Nambudripad Allergy Elimination
Devi Nambudripad, D.C. Los Angles, Ca.

Experience:

After completing my internship at Chicago General Health Service, I joined my father’s practice, Dr. Raymond Janusz, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Then in 1984 I moved to Illinois and opened Dempster Chiropractic Clinic in Skokie.

Backpacking, skiing and the great outdoors brought us to Colorado in 1985 where I had a practice in Lakewood for 20 years, concentrating on orthopedics, family care and wellness, allergy elimination and acupuncture.

Interests:

My passions include volunteering at Roxborough State Park as a naturalist where I introduce school groups and community service teens to the wonders of wildlife and nature. I also enjoy my service with the Center for Contemplative Living, study of healing methods of indigenous cultures, and hiking the fabulous trails of Colorado.

Susan Gallagher - Acupuncturist, Herbalist

Susan GallagherSusan Gallagher, L.Ac, C.H.
Licensed Acupuncturist & Certified Herbalist
www.fractaldragonmedicine.com

Education

 Masters of Science in Oriental Medicine,
Southwest Acupuncture College, Boulder, CO, 2002
3-year program (2800 hours in acupuncture and herbs).

 Masters in Business Administration,
University of Colorado, Denver, CO, 1993.

 Bachelor of Science, Forest Science,
Pennsylvania State University, 1979.

Certification

Clean Needle Technique Certificate, 2000

 National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and
Oriental Medicine, Diplomate of Acupuncture, 2002.

 National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental   Medicine, Certified Herbalist, 2002

License and Professional Membership
Acupuncture Association of Colorado, member since 2000 to present

 Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies
Licensed Acupuncturist, 2002

Susan especially enjoys the company of her family - husband, Paul and son, Andrew. Susan enjoys such physical pursuits as soccer, bicycling, and martial arts and intellectual pursuits as studying Shakespeare, quantum physics, mysticism, and writing poetry. She is the author of the book, "What To Do For Your Health Each Season - A Chinese Medicine Book".

Dr. James Taylor, D.C., FIAMA

James W. Taylor, D.C., FIAMADr. Taylor
Doctor of Chiropractic
Doctor of Medical Acupuncture

Education: Environmental Education - Brockport University, Brockport, NY Doctor of Chiropractic – Palmer Chiropractic College, Davenport, IA

Specialties:

  • Applied Kinesiology – muscle testing to evaluate the body’s function using Neurological and acupuncture points.
  • NRT – Nutritional Reflex Testing
  • Medical Acupuncture – utilizing both ancient and contemporary principles of acupuncture.
  • Functional Medicine – utilizing blood chemistry to improve the chemical balance in the body by treating the whole person.

Interests:
Dr. Taylor spends the majority of his spare time in the beautiful mountains of Colorado bicycling, hiking, and backpacking. Dr Taylor also enjoys a leisurely treasure hunt.


 Medical Massage Center, LLC:

Tracie Gannaway, R.M.T.

Tracie GannawayTracie Gannaway
RMT MRP

Tracie graduated in 2001 from the European School for Massage Therapy in
Houston, Texas where she earned her initial certification in bodywork and
Swedish modalities.  She then expanded that basic education to include
Medical Massage, a Master Reiki Certification, Cranial-Sacral, Manual
Lymphatic Drainage and Trigger Point Therapy.  Tracie continues to expand on
her experience and knowledge through education and is currently studying
holistic nutrition with the hopes to complete a doctorate in natural health
medicine in the next 5 years.  Tracie also works with several volunteer
organizations such as LifeSpark and The Susan G. Komen Foundation.

Beth Langston - B.A., RMT, Certified Neuromuscular Therapist
Beth Langston Beth Langston
B.A., CNMT, RMT

Since her graduation with honors from the Boulder College of Massage Therapy in 2000, Beth has enjoyed practicing massage therapy and continuing to learn. She has completed continuing education in whiplash injury treatment as well as Neuromuscular Therapy and has initiated studies in Craniosacral Therapy and Spinal Reflex Analysis. Her goal in working with clients is to educate them about the workings of their own bodies; to help clients pinpoint and understand the factors underlying their own dysfunctional posture, overuse, and pain patterns; to facilitate deep relaxation and relief of tension and pain; and to empower clients with tools and techniques for self-care.

Education:

International Academy of NeuroMuscular Therapy
Saint Petersburg, Florida
NMT Certification in the Judith Walker-Delany American Version

Boulder College of Massage Therapy
Boulder, Colorado
Diploma in Massage Therapy with over 1050 hours of supervised training

Rhodes College
Memphis, Tennessee
Instructor in Sports Massage Bachelor of Arts in Psychology

Certification:

International Academy of Neuromuscular Therapies

Nationally Certified in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork

Other Interests:

Her other interests include hiking, snowshoeing, reading, and growing heirloom tomatoes. She lives in Boulder, Colorado with her husband, Michael Brown, and their cat, Rishi.

Jeremy Simon - RMT
Jeremy Simon

Jeremy Simon
Registered Massage Therapist

Jeremy Simon is a certified massage therapist and a graduate of Charles of Italy College of Massage Therapy, 2005, Jeremy brings with him a passion for healing and educating clients in the rehabilitation and maintenance phases of their health and he encourages his clients to be active participants in their healing process. His sessions can include neuromuscular treatments for injury rehabilitation, Sports Massage for those, post workout, sore and fatigued muscles, or specific treatments to help calm the central nervous system and help you relax. Jeremy is also in the process if finishing a degree in Human Performance.

When he is not working, Jeremy enjoys golfing, running, swimming and the great outdoors.

Amanda Trojan - B.A., RMT, Certified Medical Massage Therapist

Amanda TrojanAmanda Trojan
B.A., RMT, Certified Medical Massage Therapist

Amanda Trojan started her education with Bachelor’s of Arts in Psychology. She then decided she wanted to work more hands on with her patients and now is a Nationally Certified Medical Massage Therapist.

She has been practicing medical massage since 2005, and is always looking for something new to learn in life as well as in her field. She has taken continuing education courses in Nutrition, Weight Management, and Fitness. She enjoys seeing her client’s progress from the treatment and education she is able to provide for them. Although she practices and focuses her treatments on mostly medical issues, she believes the relaxation that comes from her treatment is certainly a benefit to the client as well.

When she is not working with clients she enjoys the outdoor activities that Colorado is famous for, including rock climbing, hiking, and camping while still treasuring time to read a good book.

Education

Blue Heron Academy
Troy, MI
1200 Medical Massage Therapy

Oakland University
Rochester Hills, MI
Bachelors of Arts in Psychology

 Administration:

Sue Jernigan Tierney, R.N., CNMT

Sue Jernigan Tierney, R.N., CNMT, owner and supervisor of Medical Massage Center, LLC.

Sue is also an Independent Consultant and Regional Vice President with Arbonne International.  Arbonne is a Health and Wellness Company whose products are formulated in Switzerland and manufactured in the USA.   A winning combination of Nature and Science, proprietary blends of herbal and botanicals, pH correct, and hypoallergenic formulas without mineral oil, dyes or chemical fragrances, animal products, by-products, or animal testing — they are proven pure, safe and beneficial.

Having used these products for 6 years, Sue is excited to introduce and highly recommends these products to you. Ask for a free sample of the Unwind Bath Salts before you leave the office.

Ask Sue about Toxic Body Fat, how it accumulates in your body and what you can do about it.  She can coach you through a 28 day Detox program that can change your life.

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Tina Ulatowski - General Manager, B.A., MSW, CNC

Tina UlatowskiTina Ulatowski is a native of Colorado. She obtained her Associates of Applied Science, with an emphasis in Criminal Law in 1992. In 1994, she obtained a Bachelor of Arts Degree with a Major in Social Work and a minor in Criminal Law. Then in 1999 while battling cancer she obtained her Masters Degree in Social Work.

She began her journey as a Certified Nutritional Counselor after beating the odds. In May of 2005 Tina represented the State of Colorado as Mrs. Littleton, in the Mrs. Colorado-America Pageant. Tina was also chosen as an “Extraordinary Woman” serving Jefferson County, Colorado in 2005. She received her certification in Nutrition from the Global Institute of Alternative Medicine.

She enjoys running, biking, and anything outdoors. Tina is the mother of two wonderful daughters and is also a grandmother to a beautiful 3 year old, Hallie, the love of her life.

We welcomed Tina to Colorado Wellness Group in July, 2009.

Tracy Brennan - Receptionist

Tracy BrennanTracy Brennan has been in the holistic healing field since 1996. She has been a NCBTMB Certified Massage Therapist, an I-ACT Certified Colon Hydrotherapist, and a Reiki Master. Her small healing center, The Body’s Way, Inc. (2005-2008), specialized in colon hydrotherapy, detoxification, therapeutic massage, aromatherapy, energy work and dietary counseling. No longer as an active practitioner herself, Tracy now enjoys assisting the vast array of gifted and knowledgeable practitioners at Colorado Wellness Group and Medical Massage Center.

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