Meet Our Team
Doctors, nutritionists, and wellness professionals united by a shared mission: helping you find the root cause and reclaim your health.
Founded on a Personal Mission
Dr. Ben Galyardt, DC
A world-recognized speaker in Neurofeedback and Brain Regeneration, Dr. Galyardt has successfully treated thousands of patients. He developed the Galyardt Method and expanded his Colorado practice by opening satellite offices nationwide, training other doctors while continuing to see patients.
His journey into functional medicine was deeply personal. When his mother was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis during his high school years, traditional treatments proved ineffective. She turned to functional medicine and experienced remarkable improvement—her final MRI showed zero plaque on her spine and brain. That transformation inspired a career dedicated to finding real answers.
Michelle Galyardt, M.S.
A Life Empowerment Coach, exercise professional, author, and motivational speaker, Michelle works with individuals and groups to help empower people to make positive changes for their health and mentality. She believes that "the Mind is at the Core of all healing and true health."
A competitive gymnast for 14 years, Michelle earned her B.S. in Health and Exercise Science and M.S. in Exercise Physiology from Syracuse University. She created the MindCore® Method and authored The MindCore Workout: Interval Train for a Healthy Brain. She holds certifications as a MAT Specialist, Level One CrossFit Trainer, and has extensive training in neuro-linguistic programming, hypnotherapy, and life coaching.
Our Doctors
Dr. Jake Walden, D.C.
A board-certified chiropractic physician who graduated magna cum laude from Life University, Dr. Walden brings a unique background combining laboratory science with clinical care. His career began in a National Reference Lab developing and validating testing for trace and toxic elements using mass spectrometry.
After transitioning to patient care, he gained experience at Utah Spine and Brain Clinic treating traumatic brain injury, developmental disorders, and chronic diseases, then practiced on a small island in Southeast Alaska addressing everything from sprains to POTS, ADD, and infertility. He is passionate about demonstrating that "the human body is the pinnacle of creation and has the potential for great change" with proper interventions.
Metabolic Coordinators & Staff
Our metabolic coordinators use functional lab testing and personalized nutrition plans to guide your journey back to health.
Shonna Kempter
Certified Holistic Practitioner and Functional Nutritionist with credentials in plant-based nutrition, aromatherapy, reiki, and herbal medicine. Shonna emphasizes identifying root causes of system imbalances using a four-point wellness strategy focused on food, lifestyle, environment, and supplementation.
Amy Anderson, M.Ed
For more than a decade, Amy has studied nutrition and the connection between food choices and healing. A Certified Yoga Instructor, Health Coach, and Functional Nutritionist, she takes a comprehensive, individualized approach to uncover the root cause of illness through resources, techniques, supplementation guidance, and functional lab testing.
Kristen Pinckard, MS, RDN
A Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with over 10 years of experience in clinical and community nutrition. Kristen holds a Bachelor's from Rutgers University and a Master's from Logan University. She is passionate about combining nutrition and exercise education with a holistic approach to wellness.
Sausen Hilweh-Sihweil, MS
With a Master's in Nutrition and Human Performance and a background in psychology, Sausen uses systems-based analysis to identify underlying health issues. She specializes in personalized dietary plans focused on digestive health and gut microbiome function, and applies behavioral modification techniques for sustainable lifestyle changes.
Stephanie Sleight
Stephanie believes in the powerful healing ability of the body when mind, body, and spirit are in balance. She earned her A.A.S. in Integrative Health Professionals Summa Cum Laude and holds certifications in Aromatherapy, Reiki, and High Touch Jin Shin Acupressure. She administers Neurofeedback and Quantitative EEG sessions at F8.
Stephen Camiolo
Stephen earned his Business Administration and Finance degree Magna Cum Laude from Seton Hall University. A former competitive CrossFit athlete, he served as Clinical Director at Revolution Health Center for over six years, helping thousands through chiropractic care, nutrition, and exercise. He brings deep expertise in business systems for natural health practices.
Patient Care
Your first point of contact and your ongoing support throughout your wellness journey.
Jill Bongers
A Centennial, CO native, Jill discovered early on the power of nutrition and holistic wellness. She believes every person deserves to experience what it feels like to be healthy and vibrant. Currently pursuing holistic nutrition certification with a focus on women's health, she brings warmth and leadership to every patient interaction.
Becca Guile
Originally from West Texas, Becca joined F8 during the early days of the pandemic and quickly created new systems to improve office efficiency, earning the role of Office Manager. After expanding operations across multiple locations, she now heads all Office Managers, trains new hires, and supports corporate growth decisions.
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