About Us
Meet our Faculty
At FPM we give a positive experience with movement by finding the hardest thing you feel safe doing.
Lead Faculty
Craig Liebenson, D.C.
Dr. Liebenson is the Founder of First Principles of Movement and Director of L.A. Sports & Spine, a pain management, rehabilitation & performance enhancement center providing one on one musculoskeletal care. He is an Adjunct Professor in the School of Chiropractic, Division of Health Sciences at Murdoch University, Perth Australia and consultant for the the Anglo-European Chiropratic College M.Sc. programs in Chiropractic Rehabilitation. The first ever chiropractic member of the McKenzie Institute (U.S.) Board of Directors he serves on the editorial boards of numerous journals including the Journal of Occupational Rehabilitation; the PM&R Journal of Injury, Function and Rehabilitation; the Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapy; and Journal of Manual Therapy.
Lead Faculty
Ryan Chow, D.P.T.
Ryan Chow received his bachelor’s degree in Movement Science at the University of Michigan and his Doctor of Physical Therapy at Mercy College. Ryan began his career as a personal trainer and enjoys bringing his strength and conditioning experience into his clinical approach. He sees Dr. Liebenson’s patients, serving as LA Sports and Spine’s NY location and Founder of Reload Physical Therapy where he practices physical rehabilitation and preparation. He serves as the Director of Communications at FPM and is happy to get you connected with your local FPM community (Don’t hesitate to reach out!). He also holds positions an curriculum director at Definitions Private Training Gyms and has an adjunct faculty position at the Focus Personal Training Institute.
Lead Faculty
Katie Dabrowski, D.P.T.
Dr. Katie Dabrowski earned her bachelor’s degree in Neuroscience at Nova Southeastern University, where she was also a member of the NCAA Division II Women’s Rowing Team. After working in the neuroscience research world, she went on to earn her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree at the University of Miami. Katie knew she wanted to disrupt healthcare from day one. She is co-owner of Old Bull Athletics, which has two locations in Miami, Florida, and is a 100% one-on-one, non-insuranced hybrid model spanning the spectrum of rehabilitation to performance. She is also an undergraduate neuroscience faculty member at Nova Southeastern University. Her passion as a clinician and educator is to blend the worlds of strength and movement with neuroscience, rehabilitation, and performance.
Assistant Faculty
Donald Mull, D.C.
Dr. Donald Mull received his Bachelor’s Degree in Kinesiology from the University of La Verne where he also played football. His close relationship with his Strength Coach as well as his love and curiosity in health through performance led him to pursue his Doctorate of Chiropractic degree at Southern California University. There he was the president of the Rehab 2 Performance club while completing his Doctorate with Magna Cum Laude honors. He is the owner and co-founder of Kinetic Impact Rehab and Performance (a clinic-gym hybrid) in San Diego, CA. He provides guidance and care to those who are in pain as well as coaches those who are looking to increase their fitness or perform at higher levels (both 1 on 1 and small group settings). His favorite part of what he does is teaching those in pain how to introduce safe activity back into their lives and show how the gift of injury can lead to becoming healthier and more resilient than ever. Away from the office and work life he enjoys playing basketball and training in the gym like an athlete.
Assistant Faculty
Desiree DiLorenzo, D.C.
Desiree DiLorenzo, with her spirit and unwavering dedication, has made it her mission to instill resilience and tenacity in the heart of each client that comes her way. Graduated magna cum laude from California State University, Northridge in 2019 and recently from Southern California University of Health Sciences, her qualifications in Exercise Science and Chiropractic render her an unassailable force in her field.
In the heart of every adversity, Desiree sees an opportunity. Her unique approach is centered on aiding her clients in navigating through their journey of recovery post-injury, overcoming discomfort, and driving concrete progress towards achieving their personal health and wellness goals.
Assistant Faculty
Q Willey, D.P.T.
Coach Q operates as a return to play or reconditioning specialist as well as a strength and conditioning coach with particular interest in athletic development. He has worked with all levels of sport from elementary school to professional athletes with the majority of his work being with college football, basketball, and lacrosse athletes. He is a published author in several scientific journals, an accomplished athlete including playing D1 lacrosse at The University of North Carolina and a USA Bobsled athlete, and utilizes his understanding of research and experience of being an athlete to better inform his professional practice.
Assistant Faculty
Laura Latham, D.C.
Dr Laura Latham received her bachelor’s degree in Physiology and Neurobiology at the University of Connecticut. She continued her education at New York Chiropractic College (NYCC) in Seneca Falls, NY where she earned a Doctor of Chiropractic degree and was inducted into the Phi Chi Omega Honors Society. Laura’s post-graduate education led her to the field of physical rehab, sports medicine and completion of a 200 hour registered yoga teacher training. She is currently a clinician and co-owner of Back Bay Health and Performance, a physical rehabilitation and functional medicine center in Boston, Massachusetts. She regularly delivers hands-on, pain and injury educational workshops for personal trainers and yoga instructors in the Boston area. Her favorite part about being a clinician is empowering people. Through movement, education, breathing, and hands-on treatment, she helps people realize their true potential.
Assistant Faculty
Hang-jin Kim, D.C.
Dr. Kim is the CEO and Co-Founder of Modern Pilates International, with over 70 Pilates locations in Korea, Australia, Japan, and Thailand. He is also the CEO and Founder of Chungdahm Modern Pilates International, focusing on high-profile Korean clients. Through his organization OrthoFit Body Works he provides seminars, classes, clinics and publications in Korea featuring instructors from around the world. He’s given lectures, workshops, and seminars around the world and has published over 18 books.
Assistant Faculty
Jair Lee
Jair Lee has thirteen years of coaching experience at EXOS. As a performance specialist, he has worked with a diverse range of athletes, from youth to professionals. Jair has played a pivotal role in refining the strength training systems and preseason training camps of renowned soccer teams, such as Estudiantes de La Plata, Club America, Poland National Football Team, Venezuela National Football Team, Club Atletico Paranaense, and Al Arabi FC. Since 2012, Jair has been part of the exos education team, leading courses across 18 countries and instructing in both English and Spanish. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology with a focus on Strength & Conditioning and Biomechanics from California State University, Fullerton. Outside of work, Jair thrives on outdoor activities like surfing, trail running, mountain biking, skateboarding, and pickleball.