Meet Luke
For a long time, I believed strength meant pushing through—staying composed, handling things on my own and continuing forward regardless of what I was experiencing internally.
Years of football and repeated concussions eventually taught me that resilience is more complicated than that. Sometimes the strongest decision you can make is to acknowledge that something isn’t working and become willing to approach it differently.
As a facilitator, I offer a calm, straightforward environment where you don’t have to perform or pretend to have everything figured out. We take the process seriously without making it more complicated than it needs to be. We start with where you are, talk honestly about what you need and move forward one step at a time.
Licensed Natural Medicine Facilitator | Former Collegiate Football Player | Concussion Advocate
The experience that shaped me
Football was part of my life for many years. It gave me discipline, purpose, community and opportunities that helped shape the person I became.
It also came with a cost.
Over approximately 15 years of playing football, I experienced repeated concussions and the cumulative effects that can accompany them. Like many athletes, I learned to minimize discomfort, keep moving and avoid letting others see when I was struggling.
For a long time, I didn’t fully understand how those injuries could affect more than the body. Concussions can influence the way we think, feel, respond and relate to the people around us. When those changes happen gradually—or become part of everyday life—it can be difficult to recognize how much we have adapted around them.
My experience taught me that healing begins with honesty. We cannot address what we are unwilling or unable to acknowledge.
That understanding now shapes the way I support others, particularly athletes, veterans and men who have spent much of their lives believing they should handle everything alone.
From Football to Facilitation
My approach is supported by experience in athletics, criminal justice, natural medicine and concussion recovery.
Licensed Natural Medicine Facilitator in Colorado
Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice
Former collegiate football player
Attended New Mexico Military Institute
Played collegiate football at Southern Utah University
Approximately 15 years of personal experience with concussions
Experience supporting athletes and individuals navigating concussion-related challenges
Ongoing commitment to education surrounding brain health, mental health and responsible natural medicine use
My education and lived experience have taught me to remain observant, prepared and steady when situations become challenging.
They have also shown me that every person arrives with a different story. My responsibility is to understand the person in front of me—not make assumptions based on my own experience.
Education & Professional Foundation
My work is supported by education and experience in communication, psychology, conflict resolution and natural medicine facilitation.
3.5 Years Sales and events Manager with White Lodging/Marriott
Licensed Natural Medicine Facilitator in Colorado
Master’s degree in Professional and Organizational Communication
Research emphasis in human communication and eye-tracking
Bachelor’s degree in Communication Studies
Minor in Psychology
Training and experience in mediation
Former Division I athlete
Lived experience navigating traumatic brain injury and long-term recovery
These experiences allow me to listen carefully, communicate clearly and remain present with complexity. They also help me support clients without assuming that I know what their experience means for them.
How I Hold Space
Calm, direct and without unnecessary pressure.
Steady
I remain calm and grounded throughout the process, especially when an experience becomes difficult or uncertain.
Prepared
We take time to discuss expectations, safety, intentions and practical details before moving forward.
Non-directive
I will not tell you what your experience means or push it toward a particular outcome. I support your process without taking ownership of it.
Respectful
You decide what you are ready to discuss, explore or share. Your boundaries and choices remain central throughout our work.
Straightforward
You can expect honest communication, clear expectations and practical answers to your questions.
Who I Feel Called to Support
I feel particularly connected to people navigating:
Persistent concussion or TBI-related challenges
Athletic identity and the transition away from competitive sports
Emotional or behavioral changes following repeated head injuries
Men’s mental health and the pressure to remain silent
The lasting effects of high-performance or high-pressure environments
Military or veteran experiences
Difficulty asking for or accepting support
Feeling disconnected from purpose, identity or relationships
A desire to approach personal growth in a structured, grounded way
You do not need to be an athlete or veteran to work with me. What matters is that you feel comfortable with my approach and ready to explore what has brought you here.
Beyond the Credentials
I am a husband, former athlete and someone who believes that meaningful change often begins with an honest conversation.
I grew up in Kansas and spent much of my early life around football. My experiences at New Mexico Military Institute and Southern Utah University strengthened my appreciation for discipline, teamwork and personal responsibility.
Outside of facilitation, I value movement, community, good conversation and opportunities to help people feel more connected to themselves and those around them.
Kassie and I created Elmore Wellness from our shared experiences with athletics, brain injuries, personal transformation and natural medicine. We understand many of the same challenges, but we bring different personalities and perspectives to the work.
My approach tends to be calm, practical and structured. I want clients to know what to expect, feel supported throughout the process and have the space to experience things in their own way.