Meet our Multidisciplinary Team
Cognitive FX brings together a team of experts that work in one location, focused on bringing extraordinary treatment and results to each of our patients.
Partners and Practitioners
Co-Founder, Clinical Neuropsychologist, Clinical Director
Dr. Alina K. Fong, PhD
Dr. Alina K. Fong, PhD
Co-Founder, Clinical Neuropsychologist, Clinical Director
To honor her father, who was a Vietnam War veteran, Dr. Alina K. Fong chose to work at the Veteran’s Affairs Salt Lake City Healthcare System for her PhD internship. At Veteran’s Affairs, Dr. Fong worked extensively with Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom veterans.
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Co-Founder, Neuroscientist
Dr. Mark D. Allen, PhD
Dr. Mark D. Allen, PhD
Co-Founder, Neuroscientist
Mark D. Allen earned a PhD in Cognitive Science at Johns Hopkins University with post-doctoral training in Cognitive Neuroscience and Functional Neuroimaging at the University of Washington. As a cofounder, Dr. Allen developed the scientific foundation and technological innovations that make treatment at Cognitive Fx unique and exceptional. Dr. Allen is a pioneer in the development of fMRI for use in clinical settings.
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Director of Neurosurgery
Dr. Lynn M. Gaufin, MD
Dr. Lynn M. Gaufin, MD
Director of Neurosurgery
Dr. Lynn Gaufin graduated from the University of Utah and then attended medical school at Cornell University in New York City. After medical school he join the Army and was a surgeon in the military before finishing his Neurological Residency at University of California Los Angeles.
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Neuroradiologist
Dr. Bruce E. McIff, MD
Dr. Bruce E. McIff, MD
Neuroradiologist
E. Bruce McIff is a Fellow of the American College of Radiology and a Fellow of the Society of Interventional Radiology. Dr. McIff is also a senior member of the American Society of Neuroradiology. He practiced Neuroradiology and Interventional Radiology for 37 years at UVRMC in Provo Utah, and was on the medical staff of most hospitals in Central and Southern Utah..
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Diagnostic Radiologist
Dr. Caleb Epps, MD
Dr. Caleb Epps, MD
Diagnostic Radiologist
Dr. Caleb Epps serves as a Diagnostic Radiologist for Cognitive FX. He joined the CFX team in 2016 first as a Radiology Research Associate where his research included the diagnostic uses of fNCI and Notus Neurocogs in the assessment of cognitive function in Major Neurocognitive Disorder, development of a theoretical model of neurovascular coupling in PCS pathophysiology, and the discovery of imaging biomarkers in PCS....
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Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Thomas Tervort, DNP, NP-C
Dr. Thomas Tervort, DNP, NP-C
Nurse Practitioner
Thomas Tervort holds a Doctorate of Nursing Practice from Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions. Prior to earning his doctorate Dr. Tervort worked in cardiology performing diagnostic testing before becoming a Registered Nurse and working with cardiac and cardiothoracic surgery patients in the Intensive Care Unit. Following this he worked in neurosurgery educating and addressing the needs of surgical patients while he completed his doctoral degree.
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Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Diane Spangler, PhD, ACT, APIT
Dr. Diane Spangler, PhD, ACT, APIT
Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Spangler is a Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years of experience working in both clinical and academic settings. She earned her doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology at the University of Oregon followed by a Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in the Department of Psychiatry at the Stanford University School of Medicine.
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Director of Athletic Training
Haydn Thompson, ATC
Haydn Thompson, ATC
Director of Athletic Training
Haydn earned a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Athletic Training from Weber State University in 2005. As a licensed Certified Athletic Trainer, Haydn has extensive experience in clinical and sports settings focusing on the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation from sports related injuries.
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Occupational Therapists
NeuroOccupational Therapist
Jory Liddiard, MOTR/L
Jory Liddiard, MOTR/L
NeuroOccupational Therapist
Jory received his master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from Pacific University in Oregon. He has 8.5 years of experience in neuro outpatient and inpatient rehab. He is a certified Lymphedema therapist, Graston Technique massage, LSVT Big and Loud for Parkinson’s, Bioness, and AMPS. He has evaluated and treated patients with a broad range of neurological impairments. He also specializes in pediatrics working with children with autism, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, and developmental delays with an emphasis in sensory integration.
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NeuroOccupational Therapist
Katie Robertson, OTR/L
NeuroOccupational Therapist
Bethany Lewis, OTR/L
Bethany Lewis, OTR/L
NeuroOccupational Therapist
Bethany received her undergraduate degree in Exercise Science at Brigham Young University, and a Master's in Occupational Therapy at the University of Utah in 2009. She has gained experience working with patients in skilled nursing facilities in 3 different states, home health patients, and children in an outpatient clinic in Beijing, China
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NeuroOccupational Therapist
Bailey Thornton, OTR/L
Cognitive Therapists
NeuroCognitive Therapist
April Crystal, MS, CCC-SLP
April Crystal, MS, CCC-SLP
NeuroCognitive Therapist
April is a Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist, receiving her Bachelor's Degree in Communication Disorders from the University of Utah and her Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from Brigham Young University. She has had the opportunity to work with patients in a variety of settings and plays a critical role in helping patients improve their cognitive skills.
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NeuroCognitive Therapist
Emily Harrison, MS, CCC-SLP
Emily Harrison, MS, CCC-SLP
NeuroCognitive Therapist
Emily attended BYU for her bachelor’s degree and the University of Utah for her master’s degree. Her field of study is in Speech-Language Pathology. Emily has worked as a speech pathologist for 15 years.
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NeuroCognitive Therapist
Michelle Huish, MS, CCC-SLP
Michelle Huish, MS, CCC-SLP
NeuroCognitive Therapist
Michelle is a Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist, receiving both her Bachelor's Degree in Communication Disorders and her Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of Utah. She has had the opportunity to work with patients in a variety of settings, including Neurologic Rehabilitation.
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NeuroCognitive Therapist
Melanie Francis
Melanie Francis
NeuroCognitive Therapist
Melanie has been working as a speech language pathologist since 2006. She graduated with a Masters of Science from Brigham Young University. She has worked in a variety of settings and joined the NeuroCognitive therapists at Cognitive FX in January 2021.
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NeuroCognitive Therapist
Natalie Wright, MS, CCC-SLP
Natalie Wright, MS, CCC-SLP
NeuroCognitive Therapist
Natalie has been a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist since 2003. She received her bachelor degree at Utah State University and her masters at BYU. She has worked in a variety of settings with much of her experience being in neurological rehab. Natalie is passionate about helping her fellow humans improve their quality of life and has thoroughly enjoyed joining this talented team at Cognitive FX.
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NeuroMuscular Therapists
NeuroMuscular Physical Therapist
Toshi Sugiyama, DPT
Toshi Sugiyama, DPT
NeuroMuscular Physical Therapist
Toshi graduated from Brigham Young University Idaho with a degree in exercise science in 2016. He then graduated from Idaho State University with his Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2019. While in school he did rotations in vestibular therapy, outpatient orthopedic, pediatric and acute care settings.
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NeuroIntegration Specialist
Andy Clower, ATC
Andy Clower, ATC
NeuroIntegration Specialist
Andy is a Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) and a Z-Health Performance Master Trainer. He spent the first years of his career working in Orthopedics, assisting in surgery and clinical duties, as well as taking care of Athletic Training duties for a local hospital. He also worked as Head Athletic Trainer and Director of Human Performance for a specialty physical therapy clinic.
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NeuroMuscular Therapist
Jake Carluccio, LMT
Jake Carluccio, LMT
NeuroMuscular Therapist
With a passion for sports and maximum performance, Jake has taken his license for Massage Therapy (LMT) to new levels. Having studied Health Science at Salt Lake Community College, he has also earned certificates in nutrition as well as strength and conditioning. These he has successfully combined with his extensive real-world experience working with patients in many modalities including a Physical Therapy and a Sports Medicine clinic.
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NeuroMuscular Therapist
Sotero Perigo, ATC
Sotero Perigo, ATC
NeuroMuscular Therapist
Sotero graduated for Utah State University with a Bachelor’s degree in Human Movement Science in 2015. He then graduated from the University of Idaho with his Master’s of Science degree in Athletic Training in 2018.
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NeuroMuscular Therapist
Racquel Hansen, ATC
Racquel Hansen, ATC
NeuroMuscular Therapist
Racquel is a Certified Athletic Trainer. She graduated from Brigham Young University in 2017 with a bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training. She then received a Master of Science degree in Sports Medicine from the University of Utah in 2019. Racquel has worked as an athletic trainer with collegiate dancers and youth athletics, specializing in a variety of manual therapy techniques
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NeuroMuscular Therapy Assistant
Sara Madsen
Sara Madsen
NeuroMuscular Therapy Assistant
Sara has been a certified fitness trainer for 15 years through the American Council of Exercise. She worked for 5 years at the University of Chicago Hospital in their Executive Health Clinic as a patient advocate and as their exercise consultant.
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NeuroMuscular Therapist
Braquel Gardiner
MRI Technicians
MRI Technician
Brian Baker
Brian Baker
MRI Technician
Brian is delighted to work with the CFX team and patients. He does structural and functional MRI exams. Having worked as a MRI tech more than a decade, he understands how valuable a good exam can be to a patient's progress. He also understands that many patients are nervous about the exam and so strives to make the experience more gentle and pleasant for them.
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MRI Technician
Stacey Willardson
Stacey Willardson
MRI Technician
Stacey has worked at Cognitive FX for over six years. She specializes in fNCI scans and enjoys working with new patients each week.
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Patient Care Team
Patient Care Coordinator
Elizabeth Avery
Patient Care Coordinator
Ada Hanamaikai
Patient Care Coordinator & TMS Technician
Taylie Clark
Patient Care Coordinator & TMS Technician
Julia Ho
Patient Care Coordinator
Brinley Burke
Patient Care Coordinator
Hanks Wallace
Patient Care Coordinator
Mitch Pendleton
Management Team
General Manager
Barbara Porter
Barbara Porter
General Manager
As the General Manager, Barbara leads and empowers our patients and diverse team of specialists on the CFX team. Her teammates would add that she's one of the kindest people leaders they've had the pleasure to work with. Within 5 years of joining Cognitive FX, her leadership has helped us grow from serving just 130 concussion victims a year to now over 650 a year—and will continue to increase in years to come. She is invested to spread the gift of recovery to those in need.
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Project Manager
Jordan Davis
Jordan Davis
Project Manager
Jordan Ward graduated from Brigham Young University with her degree in Neuroscience in June of 2018. Jordan works as a Project Manager to improve treatment for patients and improve how the clinic operates.
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Operative Manager
Alexis Moeaki
Alexis Moeaki
Operative Manager
Alexis grew up in a family of athletes and saw first-hand the challenges of brain injury for patients as well as their caregivers. Watching her loved ones fight for their recovery inspired her to seek answers about the process of brain injury recovery. Alexis’s passion led her to earn her bachelor’s degree in psychology with an emphasis in neuropsychology from Brigham Young University
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Office Staff
Office Administrator
Sarah Riker
Sarah Riker
Office Administrator
Sarah joined the Cognitive FX team in September of 2018 and loves every moment of her time here. As one of the Office Administrators, Sarah ensures the office runs as smoothly as possible by maintaining the scheduling for Cognitive FX. Sarah loves how she is able to get to know each patient that comes through our doors.
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Office Administrator
Kayla Merrick
Kayla Merrick
Office Administrator
Kayla Merrick joined the team in 2021, and has been greatly enjoying her time working the front desk. She graduated magna cum laude from Brigham Young University in December 2019, with a Bachelors Degree in English, and dual minors in Creative Writing and Japanese. She has lived in Utah all her life, aside from two years she spent in Japan, and speaks fluent conversational Japanese
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Logistics Specialist
Jessica Ricks
Jessica Ricks
Logistics Specialist
Jessica Ricks went through EPIC Treatment in 2018 and has been working for Cognitive FX since the beginning of 2020. She has an Associates Degree in Science and is planning to graduate with a Bachelors Degree in Biology at Utah Valley University in May 2022. Jessica is originally from Springfield, Oregon and has lived in Utah since 2016
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External Relations
Stacy Harker
Stacy Harker
External Relations
Stacy has a degree in Political Science from Brigham Young University and has worked with non-profits for the last two decades in various capacities. Stacy’s skillset includes marketing, public relations, non-profit management, CRM maximization, project and event management and developing and implementing communications strategies.
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Logistics Specialist
Katie Guerrero
Katie Guerrero
Logistics Specialist
Lucy hails from outside of Philadelphia. She has a bachelor's degree in Communications from Goucher College. After being a patient at the clinic, Lucy wanted to come back and give other people the treatment that saved her life.
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