Our ultimate goal? To help you achieve your optimal physical potential.
We’ve brought together a team of expert physical therapists who share in our goal of not settling for physical mediocrity and focus on achieving optimal physical wellness and performance for our clients.In addition to our core team, we partner with a variety of professionals, including trainers, coaches, homeopaths, yoga and Pilate’s professionals, and others. Our collaborative approach means more functional expertise focused on your unique needs and goals, and better results.
You may have tried every approach in the book without seeing results—or you may have never considered physical therapy as a solution. Check out our specialties and meet a few members of our team below. We look forward to the opportunity to help you discover how good true recovery, focused prevention, and optimal physical conditioning can feel!
Pete Garber
Partner & Co-Founder
Physical Therapist
“I started Viverant to move patient care back to the patient.”
Expertise:- Managing partner, responsible for all practice activities
- Spinal specialist (upper cervical, lower cervical, cervicothoracic junction)
- Neuromuscular re-education and muscle energy techniques
- Athletic optimization and functional movement screens
Full Bio
Pete has worked throughout the Twin Cities in a orthopedic outpatient setting, specializing in back and neck, with a history of dealing with cases that have failed with other treatments or approaches. His emphasis is on getting his patients to a position where they can help themselves achieve their individual physical goals. He makes it a priority to ensure the patient is able to understand the root cause of their impairment, identify and implement a treatment plan, position them to succeed post-treatment, and not be satisfied with simply progressing. He leverages a robust combination of physical therapy protocols, but puts an emphasis on neurological re-education.
Pete graduated with a BA from the University of St. Thomas and a MS of Physical Therapy from the University of Minnesota.
Pete graduated with a BA from the University of St. Thomas and a MS of Physical Therapy from the University of Minnesota.
Dennis Cernohous
Partner & Co-Founder
“I want our patients to experience the same transformation I was able to achieve…”
Expertise:- Managing partner, responsible for all business management activities
- Extensive experience driving transformation and efficiency in roles at Accenture and UnitedHealth Group
- Change agent who is passionate about improving health outcomes and achieving maximum potential
Full Bio
Dennis has spent the last 17 years in various roles driving innovation and change in the marketplace across multiple industries. He worked for over 9 years at Accenture, leading many strategic transformational efforts in the CRM division. He took his experience in driving innovation to UnitedHeath Group in 2004, where he worked as a VP of Business Operations. In that role, he focused on improving business performance while driving efficiency, innovation, and change into a variety of business functions within the Ovations business segment.
Having gained a unique understanding of the health care system during his tenure at UnitedHealth Group, Dennis left in 2010 to partner with Pete Garber to launch Viverant. Together, they have built a business that aligns to their passions – helping people maximize their physical capabilities with a non-traditional approach focusing on results, challenging legacy paradigms, and partnering with their customers to achieve their goals.
Dennis graduated from Saint John’s University, MN in 1995 with a BA in Mathematics. Read Dennis’s Personal Statement
Having gained a unique understanding of the health care system during his tenure at UnitedHealth Group, Dennis left in 2010 to partner with Pete Garber to launch Viverant. Together, they have built a business that aligns to their passions – helping people maximize their physical capabilities with a non-traditional approach focusing on results, challenging legacy paradigms, and partnering with their customers to achieve their goals.
Dennis graduated from Saint John’s University, MN in 1995 with a BA in Mathematics. Read Dennis’s Personal Statement
Ryan LanhamDirector of Operations
“I feel a sound work environment is one that runs smoothly. My goal at Viverant is to contribute to our success through a sound, stable, and efficient infrastructure.”
Full Bio
As a Director of Operations at Viverant, Ryan Lanham provides executive level oversight on the inner-workings of Viverant’s infrastructure. Ryan brings to Viverant 10+ years of experience leading and contributing to the successful management of various business operations.
Prior to joining Viverant, Ryan acquired his business management expertise through a 7-year consulting career. In that time, Ryan excelled in both business and technical roles, primarily within the healthcare industry, eventually leading to strategic leadership roles within client organizations. These roles paved the way to his current role as Director of Operations at Viverant, where he leads technology and process management efforts.
Ryan has a BA in Computer Information Systems from Boise State University in Boise, Idaho.
Prior to joining Viverant, Ryan acquired his business management expertise through a 7-year consulting career. In that time, Ryan excelled in both business and technical roles, primarily within the healthcare industry, eventually leading to strategic leadership roles within client organizations. These roles paved the way to his current role as Director of Operations at Viverant, where he leads technology and process management efforts.
Ryan has a BA in Computer Information Systems from Boise State University in Boise, Idaho.
Jeff Lahti Partner & Vadnais Height Lead
Physical Therapist
“I truly believe that it is my job to give my patients the tools to get themselves better. If we can do this as a team, all our functional goals are achievable.”
Expertise:- Shoulder and elbow specialist (prevention and rehabilitation programs)
- Extensive training in Sports medicine via seminars and CE courses, with an emphasis on shoulder and elbow rehabilitation
- Specialize in video analysis of throwing mechanics for baseball and softball players
- Sports optimization – return to sports programs
Full Bio
Jeff is a 2001 graduate of the College of St. Scholastica, where he received his Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy. He has worked in the outpatient setting for the past 9+ years and has focused on the rehabilitation and performance enhancement of athletes and active individuals. Previous to joining Viverant, he had been running his own business since 2008. He specializes in shoulder and elbow rehabilitation, with a passion for improving the strength and biomechanics of the throwing athlete.
His background includes:
4 years sports participation at the collegiate level in baseball and basketball at The College of St. Scholastica. He also played professional baseball as a member of the Duluth/Superior Dukes. His sports background has helped him better relate to the sports specific injuries and rehabilitation. He emphasizes bio-mechanical efficiency (your body’s ability to function at its highest level) in his practice, which includes exercise, manual therapy, education, postural awareness, and commitment to a home exercise program. He doesn’t just treat the symptoms; he treats the source that lead to the dysfunctions. His treatment approach revolves around goal setting and structuring an efficient treatment plan to get people better, faster.
His background includes:
4 years sports participation at the collegiate level in baseball and basketball at The College of St. Scholastica. He also played professional baseball as a member of the Duluth/Superior Dukes. His sports background has helped him better relate to the sports specific injuries and rehabilitation. He emphasizes bio-mechanical efficiency (your body’s ability to function at its highest level) in his practice, which includes exercise, manual therapy, education, postural awareness, and commitment to a home exercise program. He doesn’t just treat the symptoms; he treats the source that lead to the dysfunctions. His treatment approach revolves around goal setting and structuring an efficient treatment plan to get people better, faster.
Maurie Steinley
Physical Therapist & Lakeville Lead
Board Certified Sports Clinical Specialist
Doctor of Science Sports Physical
Therapy
“I assure the patient is educated on their impairments, the purpose for the treatment and exercises, and what needs to occur for them to return to their highest possible level of function.”
Expertise:- Specialist in shoulder and sports therapy
- Return to throwing and golf including video analysis for bio-mechanical evaluation
- Working with golfers in rehabilitation and performance enhancement
- Functional taping for shoulders, knees and ankles
Full Bio
Maurie has 20+ years of physical therapy experience. Most of his experience is in general orthopedics and sports physical therapy. He is the site director for the Viverant Lakeville studio. Prior to joining the Viverant team he practiced throughout the region/state, including the Twin Cities, St. Cloud area, and North & South Dakota. He was also an assistant professor for six years in the physical therapy program at the College of St. Scholastica. His special interests are the shoulder and sports physical therapy. He had the opportunity to work closely for six years with a group of orthopedic surgeons specializing in the shoulder and sports medicine and is an expert practitioner in this area.
His treatments focus on manual therapy and home exercises to improve patients movement patterns, function, and strength. He assures the patient is educated on their impairments, the purpose for the treatment and exercises, and what needs to occur for them to return to their highest possible level of function.
Maurie graduated with a BS of Physical Therapy from the University of North Dakota, and a Master of Science in Exercise Physiology at St. Cloud State University. He also obtained a Doctor of Science in Sports Specialty Physical Therapy at Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions, Provo, Utah and is a Board Certified Sports Clinical Specialist.
His treatments focus on manual therapy and home exercises to improve patients movement patterns, function, and strength. He assures the patient is educated on their impairments, the purpose for the treatment and exercises, and what needs to occur for them to return to their highest possible level of function.
Maurie graduated with a BS of Physical Therapy from the University of North Dakota, and a Master of Science in Exercise Physiology at St. Cloud State University. He also obtained a Doctor of Science in Sports Specialty Physical Therapy at Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions, Provo, Utah and is a Board Certified Sports Clinical Specialist.
Margi Heie
Physical Therapist & St. Louis Park Lead
Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical
Specialist
“I have expertise in treating runners and triathletes from the novice to the elite level.”
Expertise:- Assessment and treatment of lower extremities
- Treatment and prevention of runners’ injuries
- Neuromuscular re-education for optimal functional movement patterns
- Various manual therapy techniques
Full Bio
Margi has practiced 10+ years in the Twin Cities in outpatient orthopedics, with the majority in sports medicine. She has an expertise in the treatment of runners and triathletes from the novice to the elite level. She is highly skilled in the assessment and treatment of general lower extremity diagnoses and utilizes video analysis as part of her evaluation for treatment and prevention of runners’ injuries. In addition, she has become known as a “go to” physical therapist in the treatment of hip injuries, both non-surgical and surgical. She speaks locally on running injuries and biomechanics of gait to medical colleagues and running injury prevention to running groups.
Her treatment philosophy encompasses hands-on manual techniques and individual exercises that incorporates neuromuscular re-education for optimal functional movement patterns. Her style is eclectic as she pulls from many “Physical Therapy schools of thought.” She believes educating the patient is very important to understand his/her diagnosis, faulty movement patterns, weaknesses, etc. Every patient leaves with “homework” specific to his/her dysfunction in order to ensure they invest in their journey towards recovery and optimization.
Margi received a Master of Physical Therapy from the St. Catherine’s University in 2001 and became an American Physical Therapy Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist in 2007. She obtained a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology in 1997 from North Dakota State University.
Her treatment philosophy encompasses hands-on manual techniques and individual exercises that incorporates neuromuscular re-education for optimal functional movement patterns. Her style is eclectic as she pulls from many “Physical Therapy schools of thought.” She believes educating the patient is very important to understand his/her diagnosis, faulty movement patterns, weaknesses, etc. Every patient leaves with “homework” specific to his/her dysfunction in order to ensure they invest in their journey towards recovery and optimization.
Margi received a Master of Physical Therapy from the St. Catherine’s University in 2001 and became an American Physical Therapy Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist in 2007. She obtained a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology in 1997 from North Dakota State University.
Amy Boyden-Hoekstra
Physical Therapist
“Education is a key component to our treatment protocols. Many of my patients didn’t realize they had alternative care options, particularly in the area of women’s health. By partnering with them and providing options, they are much more capable of realizing the results they strive for.”
Expertise:- Specialist in Women’s Health (incontinence, pelvic pain, pre-natal and post-partum concerns)
- Neuromuscular Re-Education for optimal functional movement patterns
- Manual Therapy Techniques
- Spinal Specialist
Full Bio
Amy has over 12 years experience in physical therapy. She has advanced training and experience in treating complex Women’s Health cases. Amy’s focus areas include Pregnancy, Incontinence, Pelvic Floor Dysfunction, and Post-Surgical Dysfunctions. These Women’s Health specialty areas have also translated into successful therapy cases working with comparable Mens’ Health issues related to Urological & Pain issues.
Amy has extensive training in Manual Osteopathic Techniques, Myofascial Release, Lumbar and Sacral dysfunctions, and other spine related disorders. She is certified in Pilates since 2001 for mat work, and all apparatus of Pilates which are Reformer, Trapezi Table & Chair.
Amy received her Masters Degree in Physical Therapy from the College of St. Catherine in 1999. She has a passion for helping patients and listens to them to try and achieve their individual goals.
Amy lives in Minnetonka with her husband and two daughters. She enjoys family time boating, biking, traveling, and being outdoors.
Amy has extensive training in Manual Osteopathic Techniques, Myofascial Release, Lumbar and Sacral dysfunctions, and other spine related disorders. She is certified in Pilates since 2001 for mat work, and all apparatus of Pilates which are Reformer, Trapezi Table & Chair.
Amy received her Masters Degree in Physical Therapy from the College of St. Catherine in 1999. She has a passion for helping patients and listens to them to try and achieve their individual goals.
Amy lives in Minnetonka with her husband and two daughters. She enjoys family time boating, biking, traveling, and being outdoors.
Steve KraushaarPhysical Therapist
“I believe that the most successful patient is one who is educated and fully involved in their recovery.”
Expertise:- Shoulder and elbow specialist (prevention and rehabilitation programs)
- Extensive training in Sports medicine
- Certified in Kinesiotaping
- Sports optimization – return to sports programs
Full Bio
Steve earned graduate and undergraduate degrees from the College of St. Scholasticas’ Doctor of Physical Therapy Program and Exercise Physiology program. He was also a 4 year member of the College of St. Scholastica men’s baseball team.
As a physical therapist, he likes to incorporate patient’s goals into the physical therapy plan of care to allow a more personalized approach. He also understands and takes a strong interest in the athletic population from personal experience in sports and through personal bouts of physical therapy. This allows him a better understanding of what it takes for a full return to the playing surface. He is a certified Kinesiotaping Practitioner and enjoys using this technique as an adjunct to traditional treatment approaches.
As a physical therapist, he likes to incorporate patient’s goals into the physical therapy plan of care to allow a more personalized approach. He also understands and takes a strong interest in the athletic population from personal experience in sports and through personal bouts of physical therapy. This allows him a better understanding of what it takes for a full return to the playing surface. He is a certified Kinesiotaping Practitioner and enjoys using this technique as an adjunct to traditional treatment approaches.
Jamie ForemanPhysical Therapist
“I believe in evaluating each individual as a whole, allowing the ability to identify causes and compensations that may be leading to their dysfunction and symptoms.”
Expertise:- Fellow of Applied Functional Science (FAFS) through the Gray Institute
- Functional Manual Reaction (FMR) Certification through the Gray Institute
- Spine dysfunction
- Biomechanical movement assessment
- Gait/Running Analysis
- Developing ACL Prevention Programs
Full Bio
Jamie has been practicing Physical Therapy for more than eight years in the state of Washington before recently moving back to Minnesota to be closer to family. In 2008, Jamie graduated from the Gray Institute as a fellow of Applied Functional Science. Currently, there are nearly 500 GIFT (Gray Institute for Functional Transformation) fellows throughout the world and Jamie is the only fellow practicing in Minnesota. As a GIFT fellow, she has extensive training in applied functional science, expertise in full body chain reaction biomechanical assessment and treatment design. This includes evaluation and exercise design in all three planes of motion.
Jamie’s clinical interests include lower extremity (hip, knee and ankle dysfunction and post surgical rehab), designing sport injury prevention programs and instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization, which allows the breakdown of scar tissue and fascial restrictions.
Her treatment focuses on creating the optimal environment for healing, injury prevention and long term compliance. Treatments encompass education, manual therapy and exercise programs designed to regain functional flexibility and strength.
Evaluating each individual as a whole, allows Jamie to identify causes and compensations that may be leading to their dysfunction and symptoms. After a thorough evaluation, she feels it is crucial to educate the patient on their dysfunction and with this understanding, allow them to actively participate in their rehabilitation and prevention of future dysfunction or injury.
Jamie’s clinical interests include lower extremity (hip, knee and ankle dysfunction and post surgical rehab), designing sport injury prevention programs and instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization, which allows the breakdown of scar tissue and fascial restrictions.
Her treatment focuses on creating the optimal environment for healing, injury prevention and long term compliance. Treatments encompass education, manual therapy and exercise programs designed to regain functional flexibility and strength.
Evaluating each individual as a whole, allows Jamie to identify causes and compensations that may be leading to their dysfunction and symptoms. After a thorough evaluation, she feels it is crucial to educate the patient on their dysfunction and with this understanding, allow them to actively participate in their rehabilitation and prevention of future dysfunction or injury.
Ann KaminskiPhysical Therapist
“Movement is life! I look at the whole body to find the true cause of pain, and use hands-on treatments to restore normal movement.”
Expertise:- Certified Functional Manual Therapist through the Institute of Physical Art (I.P.A)
- Assistant instructor for the I.P.A
- Spine Specialist
- Posture and Running Analysis
- Manual therapies: muscle energy techniques, myofascial release, visceral mobilization, P.N.F
Full Bio
Ann has 10+ years of experience and specializes in ‘Functional Manual Therapy’. The majority of her practice is back and neck pain and she excels at working with people who have tried PT elsewhere without results. She is the only PT in the metro area who completed the prestigious Functional Manual Therapy Certification with the Institute of Physical Art (IPA). Her philosophy involves not only treating the pain, but figuring out why it is there in the first place. This way, not only are you symptom free, but the pain is less likely to return.
Treatments are focused on three areas: 1. Improving joint and soft tissue mobility/alignment with manual techniques. 2. Improving neuromuscular control with hands on facilitation and strengthening exercises. 3. Detailed education on posture and changing patterns of movement.
Ann treats any and all orthopedic conditions and does video guided running analysis. Her secret weapon is her hands. She teaches Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Fascilitation (PNF) nationally with the IPA. She is a runner and biker herself, and has practiced yoga for 13 years. She graduated from University of Wisconsin-Madison with a Masters of PT in 2001.
Treatments are focused on three areas: 1. Improving joint and soft tissue mobility/alignment with manual techniques. 2. Improving neuromuscular control with hands on facilitation and strengthening exercises. 3. Detailed education on posture and changing patterns of movement.
Ann treats any and all orthopedic conditions and does video guided running analysis. Her secret weapon is her hands. She teaches Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Fascilitation (PNF) nationally with the IPA. She is a runner and biker herself, and has practiced yoga for 13 years. She graduated from University of Wisconsin-Madison with a Masters of PT in 2001.
Keely BehningPhysical Therapist
“I enjoy educating patients as to how Physical Therapy can help them attain their goals and will regularly modify treatment to meet each patient’s individual needs.”
Expertise:- Shoulder and elbow specialist (prevention and rehabilitation programs)
- Specialist in shoulder and throwing athletes including fastpitch softball
- Vestibular/inner ear dysfunction/concussion
- Certified Athletic Trainer
- Board Certified Clinical Specialist in Sports Physical Therapy
Full Bio
Keely is a 2000 graduate of the College of St. Scholastica, where she received her Bachelors Degree in Exercise Physiology with an emphasis in Athletic Training, and received her MA in Physical Therapy from the same institution in 2002. She has advanced training in vestibular rehabilitation and completed the Susan Herdman Vestibular Course at Emory University. She also has advanced training in Sports Medicine and completed a Sports Physical Therapy Residency in 2006-2007. She is one of less than 15 people in the state of Minnesota that has completed this Residency. She has also presented on shoulder pathology and research both locally and nationally.
Ashley TakekawaPhysical Therapist
“My approach to healing focuses on helping patients to fully understand their injuries as well as predisposing risk factors in order to facilitate their success with therapy.”
Expertise:- Certified Athletic Trainer – extensive training in sports medicine
- Dance rehab
- Advanced training in the McKenzie Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy approach to low back pain
Full Bio
Ashley earned undergraduate degrees in Athletic Training and Health Fitness from Gustavus Adolphus College where she was also a 4-year member of the Dance Team. Ashley has been practicing as a Registered Athletic Trainer since 2008, and has experience working with high school state champion athletic teams. She received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree from St. Catherine University.
Ashley’s treatment approach includes manual therapy techniques combined with an exercise-based approach. She strongly believes that the most successful patients are the ones who are educated on the risk factors and causes of their injuries empowering them to prevent the injuries from recurring.
Ashley’s treatment approach includes manual therapy techniques combined with an exercise-based approach. She strongly believes that the most successful patients are the ones who are educated on the risk factors and causes of their injuries empowering them to prevent the injuries from recurring.
Scott DarlingPhysical Therapist
“I understand how pain can negatively alter one’s life. I am confident that the implementation of my skills and extensive training will bring my patients back to pain-free activity.”
Expertise:- Spinal specialist
- Extensive training and interest in manual therapy
- Training and experience in return to sport programs
Full Bio
Scott earned his undergraduate degree from Bethel University and received his doctorate in physical therapy from St. Catherine University. Scott has a history as a player/coach in a variety of sports settings.
Scott believes in his skills and knows how to empower his patients to reach their full potential through his treatment and exercise implementation. His ability to gain rapport with his patients helps them trust his skills and expertise. His main goal is to get his patients back to pain-free normal function as quickly as possible.
Scott believes in his skills and knows how to empower his patients to reach their full potential through his treatment and exercise implementation. His ability to gain rapport with his patients helps them trust his skills and expertise. His main goal is to get his patients back to pain-free normal function as quickly as possible.
Kris BalgaardPhysical Therapist
“I believe that the first step to successful treatment is listening to the patient.”
Expertise:- Spinal specialist
- Athletic optimization/injury prevention
- Manual therapy
- Occupational rehabilitation
Full Bio
Kris earned his Bachelor Degree in Kinesiology (2000) and Doctorate of Physical Therapy (2003) from the University of Minnesota. He has practiced physical therapy in an outpatient setting for 9+ years and has focused his efforts on becoming skilled in manual therapy treatment of the spine and extremities. Kris utilized the knowledge gained through these efforts to successfully pass his board examination and became an Orthopedic Certified Specialist in 2007.
Living an active lifestyle which includes keeping up with two boys-soon to be three-has allowed Kris to experience many of the same complaints he hears from patients and has confirmed his belief that patients know their bodies better than anyone else. He understands that the difference in how we respond to an injury or pain depends on the knowledge we have related to it. Kris believes that in order to achieve success through physical therapy the patient must play an active role in their treatment by understanding their body and have the desire to improve. This combined with Kris’ evaluation, treatment skills and knowledge of how the body recovers leads to successful outcomes.
Kris’ greatest satisfaction in being a physical therapist is seeing an individual return to their desired levels of function and performance after being limited by injury.
Living an active lifestyle which includes keeping up with two boys-soon to be three-has allowed Kris to experience many of the same complaints he hears from patients and has confirmed his belief that patients know their bodies better than anyone else. He understands that the difference in how we respond to an injury or pain depends on the knowledge we have related to it. Kris believes that in order to achieve success through physical therapy the patient must play an active role in their treatment by understanding their body and have the desire to improve. This combined with Kris’ evaluation, treatment skills and knowledge of how the body recovers leads to successful outcomes.
Kris’ greatest satisfaction in being a physical therapist is seeing an individual return to their desired levels of function and performance after being limited by injury.
Peter AggenPhysical Therapist
Board Certified Sports Specialist
Fellow of the American Academy of
Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists
“My goal is to help each patient return to their desired lifestyle by providing them with the proper tools to work on their own while using manual therapy to speed and facilitate the healing process.”
Expertise:- Extensive training in running analysis and treatment of injuries
- Fellowship trained manual therapist (specializing in joint mobilizations and manipulations)
- Residency trained sports certified specialist – with particular interest in lower extremity injuries and progression back to sport
- Spine care
Full Bio
Peter graduated from Duke University with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2005. He completed a residency in sports medicine at Gundersen Lutheran in La Crosse, WI in 2008. During his time at Gundersen, Peter worked extensively with high school athletes, conducted running evaluations, and instructed in the Physical Therapy program at UW-La Crosse. After his sports residency, Peter successfully passed the board examination to earn the title of Sports Certified Specialist (SCS).
In 2011, Peter completed a fellowship in Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy at the University of Illinois-Chicago. This involved extensive training in hands-on interventions for spine and extremity disorders. Peter also served as an instructor in the Physical Therapy program, for which he still performs guest lectures. After successful completion of the fellowship, Peter was named a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic and Manual Physical Therapists (FAAOMPT), one of only 12 in the state of Minnesota.
Peter emphasizes listening to each patient, educating them about their condition, and involving them in the planning of their rehab to tailor it to their individual goals. With his training in sports and manual therapy, Peter is able to analyze and treat problems from a variety of perspectives. Peter’s main interests in therapy are in running analysis, lower extremity injuries, and spine care. He has lectured on running analysis and returning to sports following injury. Outside of work, Peter is an avid runner, triathlete, nordic skier, and hiker.
In 2011, Peter completed a fellowship in Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy at the University of Illinois-Chicago. This involved extensive training in hands-on interventions for spine and extremity disorders. Peter also served as an instructor in the Physical Therapy program, for which he still performs guest lectures. After successful completion of the fellowship, Peter was named a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic and Manual Physical Therapists (FAAOMPT), one of only 12 in the state of Minnesota.
Peter emphasizes listening to each patient, educating them about their condition, and involving them in the planning of their rehab to tailor it to their individual goals. With his training in sports and manual therapy, Peter is able to analyze and treat problems from a variety of perspectives. Peter’s main interests in therapy are in running analysis, lower extremity injuries, and spine care. He has lectured on running analysis and returning to sports following injury. Outside of work, Peter is an avid runner, triathlete, nordic skier, and hiker.
Matt Arbeiter
Physical Therapist
“Nothing gives me greater satisfaction than getting my patients back to enjoying the activities they love.”
Expertise:- Ergonomic specialist
- Corporate fitness and wellness specialist
- Associated Faculty at the University of MN Program in PT
- Back safety and ergonomics
- Various manual therapy techniques
Full Bio
Matt holds a Bachelor of Arts in Biology from St. John’s University (MN) and received his Physical Therapy degree in 1997 from the University of Minnesota. Matt has since worked primarily in outpatient orthopedics and has had ongoing training in sports medicine, manual therapy and ergonomics. Matt is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association and has been Associated Faculty at the University of Minnesota Doctoral Program in Physical Therapy since 2003.
Matt has 15 years of experience in spine and extremity rehab and 10 years of experience working as a consultant for physical therapy and ergonomics within the corporate setting.
Matt believes that patients have the greatest outcome when they have a sound understanding of their injuries, so places a premium on patient education. Through an eclectic mix of manual techniques and empowering patients with exercise to compliment clinic treatments, Matt helps his patients reach their full physical potential.
Matt has 15 years of experience in spine and extremity rehab and 10 years of experience working as a consultant for physical therapy and ergonomics within the corporate setting.
Matt believes that patients have the greatest outcome when they have a sound understanding of their injuries, so places a premium on patient education. Through an eclectic mix of manual techniques and empowering patients with exercise to compliment clinic treatments, Matt helps his patients reach their full physical potential.
Bethany HansenPhysical Therapist
“My approach in treatment is to examine all systems that can contribute to the patient’s specific dysfunction. I believe that working with the patient, through treatment and education, can result in improved overall quality of life.”
Expertise:- Specialist in women’s pelvic health
- Specialist in men’s pelvic health
- Manual therapy techniques
- Neuromuscular re-education for optimal functional movement patterns
Full Bio
Bethany earned her undergraduate degree in Exercise Science from Indiana University and graduated with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2002 from Northwestern University. She has been a specialist in women’s health and pelvic rehabilitation for 9 years and her post-graduate training includes coursework in spinal mobilization, pelvic girdle pain, urinary/bowel dysfunction, pregnancy and post-partum pain, sacroiliac joint dysfunction and men’s pelvic dysfunction.
Bethany has recently moved from Chicago to Minneapolis and lives with her husband and two young children. She enjoys spending time with her family exploring the city, biking, trying new restaurants, cooking and reading.
Bethany has recently moved from Chicago to Minneapolis and lives with her husband and two young children. She enjoys spending time with her family exploring the city, biking, trying new restaurants, cooking and reading.
Laura WermagerSocial Media Coordinator
“I am excited to join a team with a breadth of skills to best help bring value to their customers.”
Expertise:- Graduated from the College of Saint Benedict/Saint John’s University with a major in Communication and a minor in Nutrition Science
- Studied abroad at the University of Notre Dame, Australia
- Played four years of collegiate tennis
Full Bio
Laura is a graduate from the College of Saint Benedict. Prior to joining Viverant, she worked for the Team Ortho Foundation, focusing on creating, promoting, and executing social media efforts, with extensive experience using Facebook and Twitter. She also helped coordinate large running and multi-sport events across the metro. Laura joined the team in the fall of 2011.
Deb Benedict
Classical Homeopath / RN
“The homeopath views a persons health as a condition of the entire individual rather than isolated symptoms. The highest ideal of healing is the rapid, gentle and permanent restoration of health.”
Expertise:- Strong interest in women’s health as well as young adults and children
- Extensive medical/clinical background
- Compassionate and dedicated to restoring the health of all clients
Full Bio
Homeopathy provides deep healing on all levels, improving physical health, leading to greater self-awareness and opening individuals to more choices in their lives. Homeopathy is an energy medicine, as are acupuncture and therapeutic touch. Homeopaths believe that it is the energy or “vibrational pattern” of the remedy, rather than the chemical content, that stimulates the healing by activating what is called the Vital force. Vital force is the healing power or energy that exists within us all. It is called by the name Chi by Chinese and Prana by Indian Ayurveda. The vital force fuels the mind, body, emotions and mind. It keeps us healthy and balanced. When the balance of the vital force is disturbed by factors such as stress, pollution, improper diet and lack of exercise, it becomes weakened resulting in the person getting sick.
Classical Homeopathic Practitioner, Recent graduate of Northwestern Academy of Homeopathy. A highly regarded, four year intensive training program located here in Minneapolis, MN
Registered Nurse (A.D)-Inver Hills Community College
Continuing studies towards BSN, Metro State
15 years of experience in the fields of neurology and oncology (nursing).. Has experience in both the allopathic medical world as well as alternative helping clients to navigate both worlds if necessary.
Areas of interest: General practictioner with special emphasis on women’s health, young adults and children.
Deb lives in the western suburbs with her husband and 3 children (and three dogs!)
Classical Homeopathic Practitioner, Recent graduate of Northwestern Academy of Homeopathy. A highly regarded, four year intensive training program located here in Minneapolis, MN
Registered Nurse (A.D)-Inver Hills Community College
Continuing studies towards BSN, Metro State
15 years of experience in the fields of neurology and oncology (nursing).. Has experience in both the allopathic medical world as well as alternative helping clients to navigate both worlds if necessary.
Areas of interest: General practictioner with special emphasis on women’s health, young adults and children.
Deb lives in the western suburbs with her husband and 3 children (and three dogs!)
Matt Garber
Golf Instructor
“Many of the struggles my students traditionally encounter are not caused by poor execution, but rather an inability to move their body correctly. Our collaborative approach enables our athletes to move the way they need to and focus on their game, not their limitations.”
Expertise:- Head Golf Professional at Clifton Hollow Golf Course
- Experienced golf instructor passionate about both the game of golf, and teaching the game of golf
Full Bio
After studying Mathematics and Physics at Arizona State University, Matt turned to the professional golf ranks in 1995, where he played in professional tour events. In 1999 he joined the professional staff at Edinburgh USA in Brooklyn Park MN, a top five Minnesota Public Golf Facility. During his time at Edinburgh USA, Matt learned about the golf business while cultivating a passion for teaching the game that he now brings with him to his role as Head Golf Professional at Clifton Hollow Golf Course, as well as a golf instructor at Viverant.
His passion for teaching along with his analytical skills fashioned at Arizona State have driven him to seek out some of the games best instructors as well as other experts in physical therapy and biomechanics. This has allowed him to better understand the relationship between the golf swing and the human body that executes the golf swing. He has used these techniques with every level of golfer from beginners to touring professionals.
Implementing his years of education, teaching experience and tournament play, Matt will help you overcome your individual difficulties in the game, and play better golf, through world class golf instruction.
Matt has attended the 2004 Southwest Section PGA Teaching Summit, and the 2004 National PGA Teaching and Coaching Summit.
Matt’s playing resume is highlighted by: 1999 CVGA Player of the Year; 1999 Wisconsin State Open top ten finish; 2000 U.S. Open local qualifier; Numerous CVGA and Minnesota Section Assistant tournament victories.
Implementing his years of education, teaching experience and tournament play, Matt will help you overcome your individual difficulties in the game, and play better golf, through world class golf instruction.
Matt has attended the 2004 Southwest Section PGA Teaching Summit, and the 2004 National PGA Teaching and Coaching Summit.
Matt’s playing resume is highlighted by: 1999 CVGA Player of the Year; 1999 Wisconsin State Open top ten finish; 2000 U.S. Open local qualifier; Numerous CVGA and Minnesota Section Assistant tournament victories.
Brent HeitGolf Instructor
“By conquering the physical impairments of my students, I can focus my teaching on improving their golf swing rather than teaching them a swing that simply works around their physical malfunction.”
Expertise:- Head Golf Professional at Hillcrest Golf Club
- Instructor and athlete focused on the improvement of the game
Full Bio
Brent Heit graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Parkside where he captained the Division II golf team for three years. Brent has been involved in the golf business for the past twenty years, highlighted by his teaching at Hillcrest Golf Club over the past four seasons and more recently as head professional for the past five seasons. His students range from beginners to touring professionals.
A major reason for Brent’s success is his ability to work with the positives of every student and build an effective and repeatable swing. Brent’s passion and dedication to teaching golf is only matched by his passion for learning. Brent has attended numerous teaching workshops, has written innovative instructional articles for several publications, and has sought out knowledge from the top instructors in the world. This list includes Dave Pelz, Dave Rasmussen, and Manuel De La Torre. Brent has competed in numerous tournaments including both the Wisconsin and Minnesota State Opens. He also has worked at Golf Digest Schools and Stratton Golf Schools while spending some of the wintertime in Scottsdale, Arizona. Brent is currently the head golf professional at Hillcrest Golf Club and a golf instructor for Viverant.
A major reason for Brent’s success is his ability to work with the positives of every student and build an effective and repeatable swing. Brent’s passion and dedication to teaching golf is only matched by his passion for learning. Brent has attended numerous teaching workshops, has written innovative instructional articles for several publications, and has sought out knowledge from the top instructors in the world. This list includes Dave Pelz, Dave Rasmussen, and Manuel De La Torre. Brent has competed in numerous tournaments including both the Wisconsin and Minnesota State Opens. He also has worked at Golf Digest Schools and Stratton Golf Schools while spending some of the wintertime in Scottsdale, Arizona. Brent is currently the head golf professional at Hillcrest Golf Club and a golf instructor for Viverant.
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