About Frontline

“We know Veterans are fully capable of navigating the VA system for disability benefits. I’ve done it myself. But I also learned the hard way: it can be confusing, frustrating, and time-consuming.

The truth is, the VA isn’t broken. It’s just overwhelmed.

I faced four key challenges that cost me time and peace of mind.Now, solving these challenges is our mission.”

– Dr. Dan

Our Mission

 

Guiding Veterans through the Independent Medical Opinion process with focused, compassionate support—ensuring your stories are heard and your claim gets the attention it deserves.

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Time Saving

Your time is limited, and the VA process is overwhelming. We turn your lived experience into strong, targeted evidence—saving you hours and reducing stress.

COMPETITIVE EDGE

We know the language, documentation, and key questions that make a claim stronger. We position your case for success.

SIMPLIFYING THE COMPLEX

Our team of doctoral-level psychologists understands trauma, military culture, and the VA system. We know how to cut through the red tape and get your claim moving.

PERSONALIZED ATTENTION

Unlike rushed 15-minute exams, we take the time to understand your story fully—advocating for you every step of the way.

our team

Dr Dan Pelton

Co-Founder and CEO

Dr. Dan Pelton is a board-certified clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience and the highest level of professional credentialing in his field.

He served on active duty in the U.S. Army, providing psychological care at military hospitals including Joint Base Lewis-McChord and Fort Johnson (formerly Fort Polk). As the lead combat psychologist for the 4th Brigade of the 10th Mountain Division, Dr. Pelton deployed to eastern Afghanistan, where he was the sole psychologist supporting an infantry combat brigade. There, he treated thousands of soldiers, conducted psychological evaluations, and advised command leadership—developing deep expertise in military policy and mental health care under pressure.

He later served on staff at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, where he trained Army and Navy psychologists to meet the unique psychological needs of service members preparing for overseas combat deployments. Today, he continues to champion veteran mental health—combining clinical expertise, operational insight, and a deep, personal understanding of the challenges service members face.

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Dr Courtnee Pelton

Co-Founder and Director of Disability Assessments

Dr. Courtnee Pelton is a licensed clinical psychologist and U.S. Army veteran with deep expertise in psychological assessment, disability evaluations, and trauma-informed care. She has spent over two decades supporting military populations through both clinical work and leadership roles.

During her military service, Dr. Pelton provided care at several major Army hospitals, including Tripler Army Medical Center, Madigan Army Medical Center at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, and Bayne-Jones Army Community Hospital at Fort Johnson (formerly Fort Polk), where she served as the brigade psychologist for the 162nd Infantry Brigade.

Following active duty, Dr. Pelton joined the Center for Deployment Psychology, where she trained military and civilian clinicians in evidence-based treatments for PTSD and other deployment-related conditions. She also maintained a private practice focused on psychological disability evaluations and therapy for service members and veterans.

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Dr Jonathan Rapp

Director of Evaluation Delivery

With over two decades of clinical experience, Dr. Jonathan Rapp has built a career around mental health assessment, disability evaluations, and veteran care. He earned his Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Biola University, an APA-accredited program, and completed post-doctoral training with a focus on military and veteran health through the Center for Deployment Psychology.

Dr. Rapp has served across both the Department of Defense and the Veterans Health Administration, giving him a rare, full-spectrum view of military mental health—from active duty service through the transition to civilian life. He has conducted hundreds of psychological evaluations, with a specialized focus on disability assessments for veterans.

He currently provides psychological disability evaluations in more than 40 states, helping veterans navigate the VA claims process with clarity, respect, and efficiency. Dr. Rapp produces high-quality Independent Medical Opinions (IMOs) and Nexus statements tailored to VA evidentiary standards, supporting accurate and timely rating decisions. His mission is to deliver evaluations that are not only clinically sound, but also sensitive to the lived realities of military service and transition.

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contact

1500 N Grant Street STE
Denver CO 80203
720-915-8197
info@frontlineassessments.com
Learn more about Dr. Dan Pelton’s work in organizational resilience at DanPelton.com