Brain Balance Center of Wexford

Larry Schultz

Executive Director

Larry is a Masters level Physical Therapist with over 17 years of experience in a multitude of practice environments, including sports medicine, orthopedics, neurological rehabilitation, spinal cord injuries, home care and skilled nursing environments. Larry is a Certified Manual Therapist who is skilled in pain management protocols and has developed a keen eye for movement dysfunction in patients of all age groups.

Prior to his clinical career, Larry earned an MBA from the University of Pittsburgh and was a business consultant specializing in business valuation, revitalization of troubled businesses, computer system analysis, and business development. Larry was instrumental in the development of a computer company in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and a multi-site rehabilitation company in the Indianapolis, Indiana area.

Larry comes to Brain Balance with a strong background in assessment of neurological disorders, reprogramming of abnormal movement patterns, and treatment programs designed around the concept of brain neuroplasticity. His passion for Brain Balance was fueled by his search for non-medication treatment options for his grandson diagnosed with ADHD/Asperger’s syndrome. After traveling the country visiting Brain Balance centers, Larry knew he had to share this life-changing program.

Megan Galando

Executive Director

Megan was most recently a Middle School Principal in Houston, Texas, with over 8 years of experience in teaching and instructional coaching. She obtained two degrees from The American University, a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Finance and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Government Policy. She subsequently obtained a Masters degree in Education from The University of Texas.

Megan began her educational career as a Teach for America Corps Member, led by her passion for serving children. As a teacher, Megan observed the importance of movement for brain growth, so she implemented differentiated learning centers that utilized movement in her classrooms. Using these movement strategies, Megan began to see tremendous changes in her students, both academically and behaviorally. As a result of her innovative teaching strategies, Megan was recognized nationally with the Kinder Award for Teaching Excellence.

As a teacher, Megan knew each child she worked with had unlimited potential, but it was hard for her to watch her students struggle socially, behaviorally, and/or academically. She wanted to understand more about why they were struggling, and how she could address the root cause rather than their symptoms. After watching her nephew who struggles with severe ADHD go through the Brain Balance Program and make tremendous improvements behaviorally and socially, she knew she had to bring the Program to more families and children. Megan feels incredibly blessed to be able to combine her passion for serving children with the life-changing Brain Balance Program!

Amanda Smozski

Program Director

Amanda earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Slippery Rock University. Amanda knew she was passionate about helping children grow when she began her work with children, more than 15 years ago, at Smart Start Daycare and Learning Center. Amanda went on to work for the Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh for over 10 fulfilling years. Amanda also has over 10 years of experience working with children as a Dental Assistant.

Amanda joined the Brain Balance of Wexford team 8 years ago with a passion for developmental psychology, cognitive psychology, and gender studies. Initially joining the team as an intern, Amanda was quickly fascinated by the Brain Balance program. This excitement prompted her to begin her role as an official programming coach which has now evolved into her position as the Program Director. Amanda is passionate about working with our area's child and adolescent population and hopes to be a catalyst for each student’s greatest potential success.

Jared Gagne

Special Programs Director

Jared graduated with a Biology degree from Clarion University and worked at zoos across the country. Although he loves animals, Jared is passionate about helping children. When he heard about Brain Balance, he was not only excited but optimistic that he could help children reach their fullest potential! He has been working at Brain Balance for almost 10 years. Jared is also a soccer coach and Big Brother with Big Brothers/Big Sisters.

Kiersten Kunkle

Assistant Program Director

Kiersten graduated from Penn State University with a bachelor’s degree in Psychology. Later she earned her Master’s degree in Sport Psychology and Rehabilitation Science from California University of Pennsylvania. She has a passion for how the brain and body interact through movement, especially in regards to sports training and exercising. Her other passions include playing golf, running, and watching Penn State football. Kiersten has been a part of the Brain Balance team since 2017. She is very excited to help out as many kids and adults as possible, and help them reach their full potential!

Brittany Horgan

Programming Coach

Brittany graduated from Dickinson College with a bachelor’s degree in Psychology. She always loved working with children and, in the future, hopes to further her education and continue to work with kids as a pediatric counselor. Brittany has been working as a coach at Brain Balance for over six years. She is excited to be part of the Brain Balance team, to help kids realize their potential, and guide families through this incredible journey.

Michael Lawrence

Programming Coach

Michael comes from an architecture, graphic, and web design background, which has taught him how to approach every problem in life with creative insight, an outside-the-box perspective, and thoughtful solutions. He learned about Brain Balance from his friend Jared - they rock out in a band together - and Michael has always found deep fulfillment in working with kids, whether that’s teaching piano lessons or working at the Carnegie Science Center. He’s been to 49 states and can’t wait to check off the last one on his list (see if you can guess which one it is). Michael and his wife, Anna, love to visit National Parks, go scuba diving, play board games, and explore new places. In his free time you can usually find him reading a good book or listening to a podcast on the couch with his dog, Hondo.

Emily Vozyak

Programming Coach

Emily is the mother of two outstanding teenage boys. She credits her sons for igniting the spark to work and help children of all ages.

Her work with children began 11 years ago. Emily was as an instructional paraprofessional in Autism support and received her board certification (BCaBA) in 2016. She worked in ABA therapy for years before deciding to become a preschool teacher last year. She is blessed that her love for helping children unlock potential has brought her to Brain Balance.

When not at Brain Balance, her favorite place to be is anywhere her family and dogs are!

Katelyn Kelley

Programming Coach

Katelyn is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Biopsychology with a minor in Communication Disorders at Geneva College. Her passion is working with children and watching them grow and reach their fullest potential. Her future plans involve pursuing a Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology. In her free time, Katelyn loves painting, crafting, and theater. She is excited to join the Brain Balance team helping children and their families thrive!

Mary Kate

Coach

Mary Kate is both a coach at Brain Balance and a student at Duquesne University, studying psychology and pursuing a Master’s in Counseling Psychology. She has always loved working with kids, whether nannying, coaching tennis, or leading summer camps. Brain Balance allows her to be with the kids and explore her passion in psychology. When she is not at Brain Balance, she loves to draw, play tennis, and go on long hikes with my pup. /p>