Dr. Sarah Mann, PT, DPT, MBA, NSCA-CPT

Sarah Mann is a Doctor of Physical Therapy in Arvada, Colorado - Works with Adolescent and Adults with Down syndrome

• Doctor of Physical Therapy degree (DPT) from the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
  • Undergraduate degree in History, Political Science and Chinese from the University of Colorado, Boulder
  • Masters degree in International Business from the University of Denver
• Completed physical therapy training at the Sie Center for Down Syndrome at Children's Hospital Colorado 
• ​Specializes in working with adults with Down syndrome and teenagers and adults with neurodevelopmental disabilities
  • Works with people committed to safely and effectively improving their health and fitness through exercise 
• Provides physical therapy services and fitness training
• Passionate about fitness and physical activity, thrives on sharing her love of activity, coupled with her knowledge of exercise science and exercise prescription, with others
• Began working with adults with Down syndrome as a National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) certified personal trainer in 2004.
• Sarah loves exercise in all forms and particularly enjoys any activity she can participate in with her husband their two sons

Dr. Jennifer Spiric, PT, DPT

Jennifer Spiric is a Doctor of Physical Therapy in Arvada, Colorado and Lakewood, Colorado - Works with children, Pediatric PT

• ​Doctor of Physical Therapy degree (DPT) at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
• Undergraduate degree in Integrative Physiology, B.A.
• Certified Theratogs Fitter
• Passionate about helping infants learn optimal motor patterns that will lay the foundation for successful motor milestone achievement and for encouraging toddlers and young children to move and participate with strength, grace, ease, and confidence.
• Believes that building strong relationships with children and their families is foundational for successful therapy
• Experienced in working with children who are overcoming the odds related to diagnoses like: Down Syndrome, Spina Bifida, Cerebral palsy, Autism, Torticollis, Chromosomal differences
• Knowledgable in neuromuscular facilitation, primitive reflex integration, and Brain Gym core concepts
• Jennifer loves physical exercise, especially biking, hiking, running, yoga and aerobic dance

Jamie McGrew MOTR/L, Occupational Therapist

Jamie McGrew is an Occupational Therapist in Arvada, Colorado - MOTR/L

• An occupational therapist with 19 years of experience in pediatrics and with young adults 
• She has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and a Masters of Occupational Therapy degree from Midwestern University (Chicago, Illinois)
•  Other certifications include:  Sensory Integration and Praxis (Ayers SIPT Practitioner), Neurodevelopmental Treatment, Floor-time/DIR treatment, Yoga/Meditation for Special Needs, Therapeutic Listening treatment    
• Previous experience includes: Colorado Children’s Hospital Outpatient Clinics, Developmental FX Outpatient Clinic, Amy Zier & Associates of Chicago, Chicago Public Schools, and Professional Pediatric Home Care
• Brings a holistic, functional and family-centered approach to occupational therapy treatment 
• Lives in Arvada, Colorado with her husband and their three boys 
• She loves to explore Colorado with the family, hike, run, and is involved in several charity organizations. 

Dr. Stephanie Hansen, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS

Stephanie Hansen is a Doctor of Physical Therapy in Arvada, Colorado - Orthopedic and Sports Medicine PT

• Stephanie graduated with a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree in May 2012 from University of Colorado, Anschutz Medical Campus. Prior to physical therapy school, Stephanie was in the marketing field and has a bachelor’s degree from University of California Berkeley in Economics and Statistics.
• She was drawn to the physical therapy profession after rehabilitation following a shoulder injury from wakeboarding and tennis. The physical therapy profession complemented her passion for helping others and her active lifestyle.
• Stephanie is a board-certified orthopaedic specialist, as well as a certified strength and conditioning specialist. Aside from those designations, Stephanie has numerous advanced certifications in functional dry needling, myofascial cupping, kinesiotaping, instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM), functional movement, and ergonomics assessment. She has supplemented training with courses in advanced exercise for the return to sport population and treatment of muscle trigger points with dry needling. Stephanie has also gained extensive exposure to post-operative, preventive, and overuse conditions. Additionally, she serves as a guest lecturer and lab assistant with the University of Colorado Physical Therapy Program.
• Originally from San Diego, California, Stephanie moved to Colorado in 2008. She loves exploring Colorado through outdoor activities. Outside of physical therapy, Stephanie, her husband, Curt, and Alaskan Malamute puppy, Kona, enjoy everything that Colorado has to offer: snowboarding, skiing, running, hiking, and mountain biking. Stephanie also has an amazing garden of veggies and flowers to keep her busy through the summer. In the winter, she can be found volunteering with Children’s Hospital Colorado and the National Sports Center for the Disabled teaching children with disabilities how to ski and snowboard at Winter Park Resort.

Dr. Lauren Theune, PT, DPT

Lauren Theune is a Doctor of Physical Therapy in Arvada, Colorado - Works with Adolescent and Adults with Down syndrome​

• Lauren received her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree (DPT) from Mary Baldwin University located in Staunton, Virginia in May of 2019 and is thrilled to be the newest member of the MMPT team!
• She was born and raised in Colorado Springs, CO and received her Sports and Exercise Science undergraduate degree from the University of Northern Colorado in Greeley, CO.
• Lauren is a certified Group Fitness Instructor through Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA) and has taught adult group classes on campus at UNCO and at a local YMCA while in PT school
• Lauren is passionate about helping individuals with special needs live their best lives by incorporating a consistent routine of physical activity coupled with excellent physical therapy care
• She loves living an active lifestyle of hiking, running, biking, and spending time with her family and friends
• She is currently in the process of moving to the Denver area with her boyfriend, Mitch and their dog, Maggie

JJ Olson, Clinic Coordinator

JJ Olson is the Clinic Coordinator for MMPT and MTLLC in Arvada, Colorado - Coordinator, patient advocate

• JJ serves as the MMPT and MTLLC Clinic Coordinator and Patient Advocate. Her duties include overseeing the scheduling, day-to-day operations, and billing practices for the clinic. She also provides support and coordination amongst patients, medical care providers, families and other care givers.
• JJ grew up in Arvada. She earned her undergraduate degree in International Relations and Spanish, with a minor in Japanese from Lake Forest College in Lake Forest, Il.  JJ later earned her Masters in Government from Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, MD. Prior to joining Mann Method PT, JJ lived in DC for almost 10 years.  During her time in DC, JJ worked for a Member of the US House of Representatives for two years. She then spent 8 years working for a Fortune 500 Healthcare company as a healthcare and tax policy lobbyist and manager of the company’s political activities.
•  JJ loves being physically active, particularly with her husband, two daughters and two dogs! 

Brooke Metzler, SPT

Brooke Metzler is a Doctor of Physical Therapy Student in Aurora, Colorado - PT Student

• Doctor of Physical Therapy Student at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, graduating December of 2021
• Undergraduate degree in Behavioral Neuroscience at the University of San Diego
• Brooke started working with the MMPT team in Summer 2018 after being highly recommended as "awesome" by her amazing younger sister who has Down syndrome. Brooke cannot wait to make MMPT her home once she graduates!
• Brooke particularly loves outdoor activities, including hiking, skiing, snowshoeing, and horseback riding 
• She travels to her hometown of Steamboat Springs often to spend time with her parents and three younger siblings