“The body is meant to move. Let's get 'em movin'.” - Andy
The ProActive Staff
We are a dedicated team passionate about how people function. Our focus is to improve your function and to help your health and fitness prosper.
Brian Benjamin, PT, DPT, PRC, Owner
Brian Benjamin graduated from Ohio University and then went on to receive his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Slippery Rock University in Pennsylvania. He lived in Estes Park, CO for 14 years before moving down to Fort Collins. He has a wonderful wife and two beautiful little girls. He started ProActive PT with his friend Andy Collingwood in 2008, after they had worked together in Estes Park for 7 years. He enjoys backpacking, biking, fishing, football, basketball, and spending as much time with his family as he can.
Brian is also Postural Restoration Certified™, a certification achieved by relatively few clinicians, in Colorado and worldwide, which has enabled him to further his capacity to help patients.
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Andy Collingwood, ACSM EP-C, Owner
Andy Collingwood received his bachelor’s degree from Texas A&M University and is an American College of Sports Medicine Certified Exercise Physiologist (ACSM EP-C).
He lived 14 years in Estes Park,CO before moving down to Fort Collins after opening up ProActive PT with Brian. He is married with 3 children and enjoys college football and basketball, playing basketball and soccer, hiking and beer tasting.
Andy works individually with clients in the supervised exercise program. He is also manages our internship program for students interested in pursuing PT.
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Craig Depperschmidt, PT, DPT, PRC
Craig is a native of Colorado, originally from Loveland, CO. After getting his undergraduate degree in integrative physiology from University of Colorado at Boulder, he pursued his Doctorate in Physical Therapy at Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff, AZ. He has practiced in Fort Collins as a physical therapist since 2009. Craig has extensive experience with personal injuries from his background as an athlete, which is part of the reason why he became a physical therapist. He specializes in addressing movement and postural dysfunction that leads to abnormal bio-mechanics and pain. He enjoys working with runners, triathletes, and anyone who has a desire to feel better.
In his free time, Craig enjoys competing in running races and triathlons of all distances, climbing 14ers, and spending time with his wife, daughter, and two dogs.
Craig is one of the relatively few clinicians, in Colorado and world-wide, who is Postural Restoration Certified™.
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Sara Truelsen, PT, DPT
Sara grew up in a small farming community in Southwest Colorado, but has spent several years living in the Fort Collins/Loveland area. In 2013, Sara graduated with her B.S. in Health and Exercise Science from Colorado State University. Following a year and a half as an intern and staff member at ProActive PT Center, she went on to receive her Doctorate in Physical Therapy at Touro University Nevada. In 2018, she returned to her home state of Colorado and rejoined the ProActive team, striving to provide exceptional care to individuals of all ages and backgrounds. Sara has special interests and training in functional/lifestyle medicine, healthy aging, and women’s health.
During her free time, Sara enjoys camping, fishing, hiking, and taking advantage of all that Colorado has to offer alongside her husband, her 2 young children, and Lab-Aussie dog.
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Tracy Benjamin, PT, DPT
Tracy is from Fort Collins, Colorado. She graduated with honors from the University of Northern Colorado with a BS. She then went on to earn her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Slippery Rock University in Pennsylvania. Tracy has over 22 years of experience as physical therapist who has worked in a multitude of settings. Tracy is certified in dry needling. She enjoys hiking, paddle boarding, sports, and spending time with her family.
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Michele Munsil, PT, DPT
Michele grew up in Colorado, completed her undergraduate degree at Colorado State University with a Bachelor of Science in Health and Exercise Science. She then completed her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree at the University of Colorado Health Science Center. Over the past 15 years Michele has enjoyed working with a variety of different patients in numerous different settings and is now excited to be part of the team at ProActive. When she’s not at work Michele enjoys spending time with her husband and 3 kids hiking, biking and camping.
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Addison Huck, PT, DPT
Addison Huck graduated from Colorado State University achieving his Bachelor of Science with a degree in Health & Exercise Science. He then attended CU Anschutz obtaining his Doctorate of Physical Therapy. Addison was born and raised in Williston, ND. He served four years in the United States Marine Corp. Before starting college, he spent time in the Oil Field, Bar Tending, and DJing. While in college, Addison was a Personal Trainer. He enjoys hanging out with his wife and daughter. His family likes to spend time paddle boarding, and generally enjoying the outdoors. Addison has a passion for helping others and instilling within them healthy life behaviors for long term positive outcomes.
Johnny Griffin, PT, DPT
Johnny grew up in eastern Colorado. He graduated from Colorado State University achieving his Bachelor's degree in Health and Exercise Science. He went on to earn his Doctorate degree from Touro University in Nevada. He is passionate about helping others to achieve their functional goals. He is an avid sports fan. During his free time, Johnny hikes, camps, and plays sports. He recently got engaged! (it's about time...)
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Max Ickes
Max grew up in southwestern Colorado (Durango). He graduated from Colorado State University achieving his Master's degree in Healthcare Administration and his Bachelors in Health and Exercise Science. He is passionate about helping with the organizational success and direction of ProActive. He is an avid fan of local and professional lacrosse and hockey teams. During his free time, Max plays lacrosse and hockey, playing with his dog (Lola), and hanging out with his friends.
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Sam deKay
Sam grew up in Durango, Colorado. He is currently employed and loving every single minute of it! He helps out with management of the office and organizing the facility. He highly values communication, teamwork and positivity. He enjoys implementing these aspects with the therapists and enjoys interacting with the patients. He loves being outdoors whether that is grabbing a beer, golfing, or exploring new places around the Rocky Mountains and Fort Collins.
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