Meet our Multidisciplinary Team

Kayla Merrick joined the team in 2021, and has been greatly enjoying her time working the front desk. She graduated magna cum laude from Brigham Young University in December 2019, with a Bachelors Degree in English, and dual minors in Creative Writing and Japanese. She has lived in Utah all her life, aside from two years she spent in Japan, and speaks fluent conversational Japanese

Jessica Ricks went through EPIC Treatment in 2018 and has been working for Cognitive FX since the beginning of 2020. She has an Associates Degree in Science and is planning to graduate with a Bachelors Degree in Biology at Utah Valley University in May 2022. Jessica is originally from Springfield, Oregon and has lived in Utah since 2016

Hi, I'm Lauren, a Logistics Specialist at Cognitive FX. I graduated in 2023 from Brigham Young University (BYU) with a degree in Human Development, and I joined Cognitive FX shortly after graduating. In my role, I consult with patients to discuss their history and help them understand the next steps in their treatment journey. I also advise them on travel logistics, including flights and accommodations, to ensure their visit to Provo, Utah, is as smooth as possible. I’m here to provide guidance and support, making the process as easy and stress-free as I can. Outside of work, I enjoy connecting with people, learning new things, and exploring Utah’s beautiful outdoors.

Megan recently joined the team in October 2024, and has loved interacting with the patients and being a part of the incredible work Cognitive FX is doing. Originally from Maryland, she moved to Utah from Arizona in May 2024, to pursue education in Radiologic Technology. She has a background in Education and Creative Entrepreneurship.

Amanda Pasti, originally from Brazil, joined the Cognitive FX team in October 2024 deeply motivated by the opportunity to be part of a team that strives to make the lives of others better. As an Administrative Coordinator, Amanda ensures the smooth processing of administrative documents, effective communication with patients, and managing records requests. In addition to her professional expertise, Amanda holds an Associate degree in Business and Leadership Skills and is currently pursuing a Bachelor's in Business Management at Brigham Young University. She is also a trained classical pianist, having performed in music concerts, choirs, and special education projects in Brazil and Europe. Amanda is fluent in Portuguese, English, and Spanish.

Kelli recently joined our team in January 2025. She loves getting to know the clients and helping them feel more comfortable during the week. After 10 years of customer service, Kelli is confident that she can help you with any questions. With a background in animal science, her achilles heel is a cute dog. Though she claims Maryland as her home, she has lived and travelled all around the world. Kelli has a few languages under her belt such as Spanish, German, and American Sign Language. If she's not in the office, she's probably in the mountains or watching baseball.

Allison joined our team in February 2025! She enjoys learning about the personalized therapies Cognitive FX has to offer and meeting all of the patients that come through our door. She is from Southern California and is a beach lover at heart. Allison had the opportunity to live in France for close to two years and came back missing all the sweet treats, haute couture, and historic architecture. She loves to speak French with whomever is brave enough to try! Currently studying Exercise Science at BYU, she keeps herself busy competing on the BYU Women's Rugby team, studying, and spending time with friends and family.