Lakewood, Colorado
Dr. Courtney Conley is a national bestselling author, international educator, and one of the world's foremost authorities on foot and gait health. Her book, Walk, hit both the USA Today and Amazon bestseller lists, resonating with readers eager to understand the profound connection between foot function and whole-body health. The book's success has brought Dr. Conley to some of the most respected platforms in health and wellness media, including appearances on The Peter Attia Drive Podcast, Diary of a CEO, Feel Better, Live More with Dr. Rangan Chatterjee, as well as national television features on CBS Mornings and Fox & Friends.
Dr. Conley holds a Doctorate in Chiropractic Medicine and two Bachelor's degrees in Kinesiology and Human Biology. With nearly 25 years of clinical practice, she has worked with professional athletes from organizations including the Phoenix Suns, New York Yankees, Cleveland Browns, New York Giants, and San Francisco 49ers. She has also collaborated with medical experts across the country, addressing complex foot and gait challenges at the highest level of performance. She currently serves as Head of Patient Care at Total Health Solutions and Total Health Performance in Lakewood, Colorado—premier clinics known for comprehensive, rehabilitation-focused patient care where she is committed to helping people improve their lives one step at a time.
That same commitment led her to found and lead Gait Happens, a global education enterprise leading a paradigm shift in foot health by empowering people worldwide to reclaim optimal foot function through science-backed training and protocols. Gait Happens offers a comprehensive ecosystem of resources — from professional education for practitioners to consumer training programs and personalized consultations with top-of-field specialists — all grounded in research and designed to deliver real, measurable results. With a focus on natural, preventative approaches to foot and gait health, Gait Happens has built a global community of individuals committed to moving better and living pain-free, offering a proven alternative to unnecessary surgical intervention through education and evidence-based care.
An internationally recognized speaker, Dr. Conley shares her expertise to clinicians and consumers alike through in-person and online lectures on foot mechanics and gait dynamics. Her work spans authorship, mentorship, patent and curriculum development, and the creation of pioneering foot and gait methodologies. Yet at the heart of every lecture, protocol, and patient interaction is the same driving belief: real strength starts from the ground up, and healthy feet are the foundation every body needs to move through life with confidence and ease.
Lafayette, Colorado
Dr. Perez holds a BS in Kinesiology-Sports Medicine and a Doctor of Chiropractic Degree. She has lectured internationally on foot and gait biomechanics and helped clients across the globe live healthier lives from the ground up. She completed her clinical residency in Jamaica working with Olympic and professional track and field athletes. She is credentialed in several movement assessment and treatment techniques such as Functional Movement Assessment, Fascial Distortion Model, Functional Movement Specialist, Dry Needling, etc.
Dr. Perez knows what it’s like to have pain stand in the way of your goals. This is what drives her to help as many people as possible get back to doing what they love. It’s this drive that inspired her to partner with Dr. Conley in creating Gait Happens for online courses, memberships and virtual consultations. In addition to her contributions to Gait Happens, Dr. Perez, along with her husband, Dr. Mark Perez, owns and operates Kinetic Chiropractic, in Lafayette, CO where she helps patients of all ages, backgrounds, and athletic abilities. No matter what your goals are, whether it's to improve your clinical skills or your physical abilities, Dr. Perez wants to support you and guide you forward.
In Person Clinic: Kinetic Chiropractic in Lafayette, CO
Dr. Emily Schilling, DC
Lakewood, Colorado
From there, she continued on to receive her Doctorate of Chiropractic and Master's in Functional Nutrition from Parker University in Dallas, TX.
Dr. Schilling has always enjoyed being athletic and has participated in a number of sports throughout her life. Some of these include track and field, volleyball, and gymnastics. Currently, she is heavily involved in the triathlon community and has competed in multiple half Ironmans and recently finished her first full Ironman in Wisconsin '22.
Given her participation in high level sports, she understands the need for quality assessments of pain, targeted exercises and care based on the individual. In specific, she places an emphasis on the lower extremity and gait patterns. After sustaining a number of running related injuries, she wanted to know not only why they kept occurring but also how to treat and ultimately prevent them. After years of research and continuation in the sport, she has a wealth of knowledge that she would love to share with you! Her main goal is to show people that they can reach their goals in whatever activity they love. By looking at the body as a whole, her ambition is to create smart, sustainable changes in the system that not only allow people to complete those tough workouts, but also keep the longevity.
Apart from sports, Dr. Schilling also loves nutrition. Growing up as a type 1 diabetic, this was, and still is, her world. She is currently pursuing her license to become a Certified Nutrition Specialist. If you ever feel like chatting about race or training fueling recommendations, her door is always open!
No matter if you're a weekend warrior or a professional level athlete; young or mature; just starting out, or years into a sport, Dr. Schilling is here to help!
Additional Qualifications
Functional Gait Assessment Level 1 Instructor
Functional Gait Assessment Level 2
Gait Foundations
Gait Guru
Clinical Meets Functional
Floor to Core
USAT Triathlon Coach
Fascial Distortion Model
Functional Dry Needling
Postural Restoration Institute
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In Person Clinic: Dr. Schilling holds office hours at Total Health Solutions in Lakewood, CO.
Dr. Chelsea Lineberger, DPT
Denver, North Carolina
She believes in bringing a patient-focused, fitness forward approach to physical therapy to help patients get back to the activities they love. She enjoys helping patients understand their bodies better and connect the dots between improving movement and improving overall health. Dr. Lineberger attended Appalachian State University and graduated in 2014 with a degree in Exercise Science, then attended Duke University for her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree, finishing in 2017. Shortly after PT school, Dr. Lineberger was accepted into a fellowship in orthopedic and manual physical therapy to refine her skills and continue her pursuit of providing excellent care. In addition to providing virtual appointments with Gait Happens, Dr. Lineberger owns Pursuit Physiotherapy and Performance in Denver, NC, an out-of-network clinic that brings a fitness-forward approach to physical therapy care. Her mission is to empower patients to take control of their musculoskeletal health by teaching them about the body’s resiliency. Outside the clinic you can probably find her hiking with her husband, Drew, and their pup, Harley, or inside the gym at CrossFit DHF.
Additional Qualifications
Functional Gait Assessment Level 1
Functional Gait Assessment Level 2
Gait Guru
Fellowship Trained Manual Therapist
CrossFit Level 2 Coach
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In Person Clinic: Dr. Lineberger holds office hours at Pursuit Physiotherapy and Performance in Denver, NC.
Dr. Kala Hildebrand, DPT
Asheville, North Carolina
She enjoys helping people get back into movement — whether they’re just getting started or finding their way back after time away. She believes the best outcomes come from truly listening, understanding each person’s goals, and meeting them where they are. Through education and collaboration, she empowers clients to better understand their bodies and take ownership of their healing. Her goal is to help people feel confident moving in their everyday lives, and to enjoy the process of figuring it out along the way.
She specializes in working with conditions of the foot and lower leg and has a particular interest in working with dancers, informed by her own background of more than 25 years in modern dance. In addition to traditional table massage, Kala has extensive training in Thai massage, a dynamic approach that incorporates movement, mobility, and deep compression. Her personal movement practice centers on strength and conditioning, which continues to shape and inform how she works with clients.
Kala has a private practice in Asheville, North Carolina and also works as a virtual practitioner with Gait Happens. She earned her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Winston-Salem State University, a Master’s degree in Physical Therapy from Western Carolina University, and a bachelor’s degree from Oberlin College.
Additional Qualifications
Functional Gait Assessment Level 1
Functional Gait Assessment Level 2
Gait Guru
Sole Switch Pro
Clinical Meets Functional
Floor to Core
Embodia Academy/Pivot: Assessing & Treating Dancers and Artistic Athletes
Westside Dance PT: Dance Medicine Practicum
Herman & Wallace Pelvic Floor Level 1
Institute of Physical Art: CoreFirst™ Strategies for Back Education & Training, Dynamic Foot & Ankle, & PNF 1
Sunshine School of Massage (Chiang Mai, Thailand): 120+ hrs of Thai Massage Instruction
Functional Movement Systems: SFMA level 1 & 2
David Grey Rehab: Lower Limb Biomechanics, Rehabilitation, and Performance
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Dr. Allison Riley, DPT
Salem, Massachusetts
She has had an interest in lower body injuries and gait since early in her career and excels in identifying the root cause of symptoms, and developing individualized and effective plans to help relieve symptoms and promote long term relief. She thrives as an educator and empowers her clients to understand their symptoms and take an active role in their recovery.
She specializes in lower extremity orthopedic injuries and conditions, as well as in women’s health and pelvic floor diagnoses, specifically lower extremity, foot, and gait dysfunction that may be contributing to pelvic health concerns.
In addition to virtual consultations for Gait Happens, Dr Riley owns and operates her own practice, Stride Physical Therapy & Wellness, where she treats in-person clients with general orthopedic and pelvic health diagnoses, as well as performance and injury prevention services.
Allison received her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the Mass General Hospital Institute of Health Professions in Boston, MA and is an APTA Board Certified Specialist in Orthopedics. She completed her BA in Exercise Science from Gettysburg College where she played NCAA level softball.
Additional Qualifications
Orthopedic Clinical Specialist
Herman Wallace Pelvic Rehabilitation Institute Level 1 Certified
Institute of Clinical Excellence Pregnant and Postpartum Athlete Certified
Sole Switch Pro Course Developer / Instructor
Functional Gait Assessment Level 1 Instructor
Gait Guru Membership Instructor
Functional Gait Assessment Level 2
Clinical Meets Functional
Gait Foundations
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Grace Southwick, Operations Manager
Known for her friendly, upbeat approach, she excels at building strong relationships, streamlining processes, and delivering exceptional customer experiences. Grace combines a sharp eye for detail with a people-first mindset, ensuring both efficiency and client satisfaction. When she’s not at work, she enjoys riding her horse, PJ, and spending time with her three beloved cats.
Andia Comstock, Marketing Manager
Mark Perez, DC, Customer Service Specialist
Scott Thomas-Fitch, Operations
Gabby Thomas-Fitch, Marketing
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