The Team

Dr. Rick Perea, Ph.D., (Dr.P.) is one of the nation’s most energetic and dynamic practitioners in Performance Psychology. His work as a Motivational Speaker and Executive, Life and Performance Coach  is truly unique; equipped with endless energy, passion and knowledge, he has spoken to many of the top performing organizations in the world. Companies like Ultimate Software, Apple, Google, Noodles & CO., Denver Fire Department and other nationally prominent businesses have benefited from his competency and acumen regarding Organizational Performance. In addition, he also works with many of the top NFL, NBA, MLB teams and many High Profile Division 1 College programs. He contributes expert analysis in Radio and Television and can be heard locally in Denver on 104.3 FM “The Fan” on the “Sandy Clough” show and on the Channel 9 TV show “Broncos Country.” Dr. Perea was the Performance Psychologist for the World Champion Denver Broncos in 2015/2016 and has also served as the Performance Psychologist for the Colorado Rockies, Denver Nuggets, Cleveland Browns, New York Giants, Arizona Diamond Backs, San Francisco 49ers, and Miami Dolphins. In addition to that work, he coaches/develops many of the top First Responders, Pilots/Astronauts, Surgeons, Attorney’s, Engineer’s and CEO’s in the world. Further, Dr. Perea is a member of his High School and College Hall of Fame’s respectively. 

Fellow of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons, Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, Board Certified American Board of Neurological Surgeons, & American Board of Pediatric Neurological Surgery. Monica is a pediatric neurosurgeon with Legacy Medical Group-Children’s Neurosurgery. She earned her medical degree from Baylor College of Medicine, completed her neurosurgery residency at UCLA Medical Center and was awarded a neurosurgery fellowship at Primary Children’s Medical Center. She won the Congressional Medal of Distinction for improving children’s health and previously served as medical director of pediatric neurosurgery at The Children’s Hospital at Legacy Emanuel. She currently serves on the Statewide Governing Board of Ronald McDonald House Charities of Oregon and Southwest Washington. In her free time she enjoys boating, hiking and gardening.

Sharla has represented and advised members of senior executive teams on commercial, operational, litigation, transactional, regulatory, and compliance matters, ranging from advising on the drafting and negotiation of complex and significant contracts, to defending litigation challenges and resolving employment matters. Possess substantial experience in reviewing and advising on a wide variety of key commercial contracts and agreements, including with vendors and third-parties. Able to create and implement compliance and risk management policies related to business development and operational activities, and effectively manage outside counsels, legal teams, and legal projects. Skilled in taking complicated information and legal principles and presenting them to non-lawyers in a concise and easy-to-understand format. Acquired healthcare expertise prior to law school, while serving as an imaging specialist, educator, and hospital physician liaison responsible for educating physicians on services, streamlining services and communication, and building the business. Adept at providing effective legal solutions that meet business objectives and minimize costs and exposure. Proficient in Spanish. 

Kaleigh graduated from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor with a Bachelor’s in Neuroscience.

During this time, she studied the role of biological and environmental factors on the development of internal neural networks and correlating behaviors. She developed a passion for helping others as she learned how brain patterns create the wondrous tapestry of humanity in our world as the brain perceives, changes, and strengthens connections to create an intricate neural network. This premise acted as a guide for her research on how brain communication determines how we respond to the world. Kaleigh spent her senior year exploring how fearful environments alter brain network modules via analysis of network data, allowing her to model brain communication.   Aside from research, she worked as a behavior technician during her time in school.

Kaleigh was trained in Neurofeedback following her graduation and has completed her BCIA didactic course.  She is now our lead neuro-technician at ThinkOne and looks forward to providing care for every patient!

Kelley Pico is a Pilates Method Alliance Teacher (PMA) and Nationally Certified Pilates Trainer (NCPT). She is passionate teaching anyone from athletes to people with brain injuries. Pilates creates neural plasticity and neurogenesis. Kelley is also a Master Certified Life and Performance Coach and has priorly worked as an Alcohol and Drug counselor. She is Reiki certified and Healing Hands Certified. She applies this knowledge to cupping, kinesiology taping, and helps assist the body by doing Natural Energy Technique (NET) which can be added to any laser session or a stand alone session. Kelley loves reading and is a life long student. When she isn’t working she enjoys hiking, traveling, eating, dancing, and spending time with her beautiful 18 year old daughter, Kailani. Kelley also has an adventurous spirit that helps her keep up with her energetic dog, Brody, who she rehabbed after he was paralyzed. She has parlayed these skills into rehabbing animals of all kinds. Finally, she teaches pet owners how to communicate, rehabilitate, and emotionally balance their pets.

Julius is working towards is Psy. D. at Nova Southeast University in Davie, Florida. He is in the Clinical/Neuro Psychology program. Julius played basketball at Portland State and then enjoyed a stellar, All-Pro career in the NFL with the Denver Broncos, the Jacksonville Jaguars, and the Miami Dolphins. Julius’ intentions to study Psychology include: investigating the effects of contact sports on brain trauma and neurobehavioral performance, helping people heal from emotional and mental pain, and participating in research looking at biomarkers that may identify early warning signs of brain disease and the effects of CTE. He quotes, “I’m ready to admit that I’m okay with giving up the identity of “Julius the football player.” I’m O.K. with not being recognized as an NFL athlete — because I’m more than that. I have stepped out of my identity before, and I will continue to do it again and again throughout life. I believe helping others is what I’m supposed to be doing at this point in my life. Hopefully I can help by encouraging more of my peers to connect with who they are outside of the game. If ultimately that’s what I’m remembered for, I’d be very thankful.” When Julius is in the office, he supports Dr. P in coaching clients. His natural and organic thirst for learning is unmatched. He is insightful, eccentric and engages all people demographically speaking. ThinkOne is excited to have Julius join the team and look forward to his contributions and a rich reciprocal relationship.