Meet Our Team

Dr. Keppen Laszlo, D.C.

Education
Doctorate from Palmer College of Chiropractic

Certifications
Nationally Board Certified

Professional affiliations
American Chiropractic Association, Colorado Chiropractic Association, Colorado Chiropractic Wellness Alliance, International Chiropractic Pediatric Association

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Dr. Laszlo’s passion is to help as many people as possible and educate them on optimal wellness.

Biography
Dr. Laszlo committed himself to the chiropractic profession at age fifteen. "I just knew this life saving healthcare system we call Chiropractic was what I was called to do. I couldn’t ask for a more rewarding career."

Dr. Laszlo completed his undergraduate studies at Metropolitan State College and was accepted to Palmer College of Chiropractic-West in San Jose, Ca. After completing the Doctorate program, Dr. Laszlo returned to Colorado and completed his internship. Shortly after, he opened Discover Chiropractic, now called Discover Health and Wellness.

Discover Health and Wellness strives to fulfill its mission of improving the quality of life for all. "My personal mission to every patient in this office is to focus 110% of my attention on the patient in front of me at all times. I will give the patient a quality adjustment, uphold efficient procedures, respect their time, and make sure my patients know I am here to serve them. My mission is to give my best each and every day I enter these doors. I will educate my patients and strive to help as many people as I can."

When away from Discover Health and Wellness, Dr. Laszlo enjoys the outdoors. "I love fishing, martial arts, and spending time with my wife Jennifer and my two sons, Jay and Karson."

DOCTOR OF CHIROPRACTIC

Dr. Aaron Johnson, D.C.

Education
Doctorate from Palmer College of Chiropractic
Bachelors Degree of Science-Chemistry/Nutrition-Ball State University

Certifications
Nationally Board Certified

Professional affiliations
American Chiropractic Association, Colorado Chiropractic Association, International Chiropractic Association, Colorado Chiropractic Wellness Alliance

Biography
Dr. Johnson attended Ball State University in Muncie, IN where he majored in both chemistry and nutrition. Soon after graduation he relocated to Denver CO. He then worked in the chemistry and microbiology labs at Coors Brewing Company for 8 years. It wasn’t until after the many years working in a lab that he found his true calling, Chiropractic. He then attended Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa. While there he became passionate about educating people of the powerful benefits of chiropractic care.

Dr. Johnson works from our Denver Tech Center Location.

During Dr. Johnson’s time away from the office he enjoys hiking, traveling, camping, snowboarding and spending time with his wife, Lindsy, and friends.

DOCTOR OF CHIROPRACTIC

Dr. Alan Meyer, D.C.

Education
Doctorate from Palmer College of Chiropractic

Certifications
Nationally Board Certified - Chiropractic/Physical Therapy, Professional Level CPR/AED, Quantum Touch, Reiki Master

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Dr. Meyer’s passion is to leave a lasting, positive impact on the planet by promoting proactive health and wellness lifestyle choices through community education and helping everyone reach their full, God-given potential through Chiropractic.

Biography
Dr. Meyer became interested in a career as a Chiropractor after his life was radically altered by an adjustment. "I sustained a sports injury as a sophomore in high school. I, quite literally, crawled into my Chiropractor’s office and after one adjustment, I walked out! It was then that I knew first hand the power of an adjustment. I promised myself that I would learn from the best to help others as I have been helped.

Dr. Meyer studied pre-Chiropractic at Hastings College in Nebraska, Southern Arkansas University, and Scott Community College in Iowa. He was then accepted to Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa. Dr. Meyer returned to Nebraska and completed his internship. Shortly after, he moved to Illinois to start his own practice called Kinetic Potential. After building one of the largest practices in Illinois, he moved to Washington State and then to Arkansas to duplicate the work.

During Dr. Meyer’s time away from the office he enjoys being outdoors playing golf, hiking, and skiing as well as spending quality time with his family and friends.

DOCTOR OF CHIROPRACTIC

Dr. Branden Teets, D.C.

Education

Doctorate from Life University

Bachelors of Science degree in biology from Saint Vincent College

Certifications

Nationally Board Certified – Chiropractic/Physical Therapy

Thompson Technique Foundation

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Dr. Teets’ passion is to educate the community on natural wellness by removing nervous system interference and allowing the body to function at 100% of it’s ability.

Biography

Dr. Teets knew that chiropractic can help change the lives of people after a cross-country injury his junior year in high school. “I went in for pain in my low back sustained while running up a hill, and after a few adjustments, I noticed that all of the digestive issues I had since childhood were gone. That’s when I started to understand the power of the body’s innate healing ability when nothing is impeding it.”

Dr. Teets studied biology at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe, PA, where he also minored in chemistry and math. After graduating he attended Life University in Marietta, GA to complete his Doctorate of Chiropractic degree. He spent a year after graduation as an associate in Glen Rock, PA and is very excited to join the team at Discover Health and Wellness.

“My mission is to adjust everyone as if I were adjusting my wife or son, with love and by doing my absolute best to restore nerve flow from the brain to the body.”

During Dr. Teets’ time away from the office, he enjoys spending time with his wife and son, Cassie and Cohen, running and training for road races, hiking with family and friends, and watching West Virginia Mountaineers football in the fall.

PHYSICAL THERAPIST

Brad Poppie, MPT, CSCS

Brad received a bachelor's degree in Sports Medicine with a minor in Anatomy and Neurbiography from Colorado State University in 1997. After graduation, Mr. Poppie achieved the certification of Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist through the National Strength and Conditioning Association with whom he remains an active member of today. Mr. Poppie then went on to purse a Masters of Physical Therapy degree from Gannon University in 2000. To present, Mr. Poppie has practiced in numerous professional settings including outpatient orthopedic, geriatrics, pediatrics, neurologic, impatient, acute care, and home health. He stands as a practitioner and business entrepreneur. Mr. Poppie has successfully opened and managed five outpatient orthopedic physical therapy practices include six outpatient orthopedic offices with specific integration of medical doctors, chiropractors, and physical therapists working in concert together. He has since developed numerous referral relationships with medical and chiropractic physicians, and personal injury attorneys.

PHYSICAL THERAPIST

Dr. Carrie Sorenson

Dr. Carrie Sorenson earned her undergraduate degree from the University of North Dakota and her Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) from Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences in 2008. She has had experience in all levels of PT care with an emphasis in general orthopedics, management of neuromuscular disorders, and in the management of balance dysfunctions. Her interests encompass wellness and overall conditioning with lifestyle changes to benefit the entire person. Prevention of injury with interventions in finding and correcting movement impairments that cause pain is one of her specialty areas. Additionally, she often uses therapeutic techniques applying Pilates principles and functional training in the restoration of normal movement and pain reduction.

MASSAGE THERAPIST

Lisa Barcelona

Lisa is originally from California. She moved to Colorado in 2001, deciding then that massage therapy was her calling. Lisa has been a licensed massage therapist for eight years. She has taken countless continuing education courses in a variety of modalities so that she can continue to deliver the best bodywork to ensure her clients’ well being and quality of life. She has a passion for helping others through touch. Her hobbies include spending time with her two dogs, Kahlua and Daisy, working out, entertaining friends and family, and dancing. Lisa’s personal mission statement is to aid in healing through touch, one hour at a time.

MASSAGE THERAPIST

Christine Alarcon

Christine graduated from the Denver School of Massage Therapy in August 2010, where she received training in cranial sacral therapy, reflexology, sports massage, Russian sports massage, structural integration and trigger point therapy. She specializes in deep tissue and injury massage. Her goal in every massage session is to help her clients realize the value of chiropractic care combined with massage therapy. Christine participated in the 2011 Bolder Boulder and enjoys staying active, she spends her free time with her 2 children Jacob and Jadyn. They are big movie buffs, they enjoy reading, camping and love the summer time in Colorado.

MASSAGE THERAPIST

Stephen Waller

Stephen Waller is a Registered, Certified and Insured Massage Therapist who graduated from the Denver School of Massage Therapy. He has a natural gift for being a massage therapist and a strong desire to help people. Stephen integrates various modalities into his sessions such as swedish massage, deep-tissue massage, neuromuscular therapy (trigger-point massage), sports massage, structural massage, reflexology, and cranial-sacral therapy. Sessions are tailored to the client's individual needs with the intention of promoting ongoing wellness, and to help facilitate a path of improved health and well-being. His goal is to provide an effective treatment by creating a safe, relaxed, and comfortable environment that promotes self healing through positive touch by listening, learning and being mindful of each of his client's needs. Steve works out of our Denver Tech Center office.

MARKETING DIRECTOR/NUTRITIONAL THERAPIST

Lea Schaffer

Lea is originally from Olympia, WA and moved to Colorado in 2006 to be closer to the sun! She is a certified Nutritional Therapist and is currently enrolled with the Nutritional Therapy Institute taking classes to achieve her master certification in Nutritional Therapy. She enjoys hiking, snowboarding, most outdoor sports and kickboxing. Lea is a firm believer in natural health care and is very excited to join our team! "I am so happy to have found a wellness center that has a true and driven passion to help others live happier healthier lives through natural and balanced care."

COMMUNITY COORDINATORS

Audra Brown

Audra, a Colorado native, graduated from Denver School of Massage Therapy in 2005. She specializes in Deep Tissue Swedish Massage and Trigger Point. She loves being out in the community helping to educate people on the benefits of chiropractic! She enjoys spending time with her husband Jay and daughter Lexi. And whenever possible they enjoy traveling to NY to visit family.