Meet the team

I love people! I enjoy working with people in all stages of their adult lives and I am especially passionate about couples and families. Each individual has unique gifts and qualities and I love exploring and harnessing these strengths with you to become the best version of yourself. I believe in holistic care and providing a wraparound approach to therapy that includes assessing your environment and providing supportive services to promote your growth and development throughout your therapeutic journey.  

Life can be hard!  Because of this, I believe everyone has experienced difficulties in their lives, so I utilize a trauma informed approaches to help clients overcome past difficulties. I know that opening one’s life to a stranger can be extremely vulnerable, so I do not take this lightly. I am greatly honored to walk alongside of you and believe that you can obtain your dreams of becoming the person you want to be.

I have been married for 30 years, am a mom of two  adult age sons, have an incredible daughter-in law, and a grandmother! I love to travel and explore other people groups and cultures! 

 Training & Modalities:

• Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Trained
• Gottman Level 1 and 2 Couple's Therapy 
• Save Your Marriage Before It Starts (SYMBIS)
• Financial Social Work Certified
• Trauma Informed Practices
• Trust Based Relational Interventions
• Motivational Interviewing
• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
• Internal Family Systems 
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
• Trauma-Focused CBT 
• Emotional Focused Therapy (training in progress)

Our lives can be complicated, messy, and create burdens which some times feel like too much to bear. But life can also be beautiful, profound, and give us incredible moments of joy. I take my work as a therapist and sharing these moments with you as a deep honor. I'm here to provide a non-judgmental space where we can learn about how your experiences and environment have impacted you, and work towards the future that you envision for yourself! 

I love working with people of all ages and have specialized in working with children, youth, and families. A trauma-informed approach is at the core of my work and I love using this lens to better understand our brains, bodies, and relationships. Your values and goals are extremely important to me and something that will always guide our work together. 

My husky, books, nature,  and my community are just a few of the things I love dearly. I'm really looking forward to meeting you!

 Training & Modalities: 

• Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Trained
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
• Trauma-Focused CBT 
• Trauma Systems Therapy
• Motivational Interviewing
• Somatic Experiencing   
• Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP)
• Certified Dialectical Behavior Therapy Professional (C-DBT)
• Play Therapy 
• Sand Tray Therapy 
• Internal Family Systems
• Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
•  Certified Grief Informed Professional  
• Training in Group Therapy

I am passionate about living life to the fullest. We have all experienced disappointments, anxious thoughts and feeling stuck in our current lives, which can prevent us from living our lives fully and confidently. I believe that many people reach a point in their life where they feel overwhelmed, and that is where I come in. As a fellow imperfect human, I am here to help you navigate how your strengths and experiences can instill a sense of purpose in your life. 

I believe that no one should go through life alone. I bring my hope, empathy and warmth to create a safe, nonjudgmental where you can be yourself, process and heal. It is a huge step to open up as your true self to someone else, and I am honored to get to spend time knowing what makes you, you. I love working with children, teens and adults in processing life events and building skills and coping strategies to build a healthy, balanced life. 

I am a lover of intentional community, spending time outdoors and finding joy in the little things. I look forward to meeting you and working with you on your journey towards wholistic wellness!

 Training & Modalities:     

• Solution Focused Brief Therapy
• Motivational Interviewing 
• Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
• Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) 

I am glad you’re here! 

I take an eclectic approach to counseling, and I like to tailor therapy to best assist the client with their goals and learning preferences.  My heart for kids and teens has always been evident. I enjoy teaching them through fun, age-appropriate activities, as well as educating families to incorporate these skills at home. I also enjoy working with adults who would like to navigate their childhood attachment  wounds. Whether it is a series of complex traumas or one significant traumatic event, I am here to ensure my clients feel heard and to assist them in untangling the knots that feel too big to conquer. 

Leading up to becoming a counselor,  I studied Speech Language Pathology, Child Life Specialist, and Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I have a passion for each of these fields and utilize them in the therapeutic setting. Communication, individuals with special needs, grief work with a diagnosis or loss, and hearing people’s stories are some of the main passions I have.  

In the counseling session, I meet my clients with empathy, compassion, humility, and a bit of humor. I desire to provide all clients with safety, understanding, advocacy, and healing. I am here to sit with you, listen to your story, and partner with you to reach your mental health goals.

Training & Modalities:     

• Internal Family Systems (IFS)
• Dialectical Behavioral Therapy training (DBT)
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
• Motivational Interviewing  (MI)
• Play and Sand Tray Therapy
• Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT) (In Progress)

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I believe that growth and change can happen even in the toughest of times. 

Throughout the therapy process, I want you to feel empowered, understood, and cared for in a way that encourages you to reach your full potential. My role is to be there with you while we work to understand what may be affecting you and make positive changes towards individual and personal goals. I am passionate about understanding your worldview and growing your relationships to help you be the most authentic version of yourself. 

Sometimes life can be pretty tough and that looks different for each individual. I like to use an eclectic approach to counseling while still utilizing a trauma-informed lens. This allows the space to be fully yours. I love to work with a variety of ages, and I specialize in working with children and teens. 

In my free time I love to spend time outdoors, with my friends, and exploring the best coffee shops in Denver. I am looking forward to meeting you soon!

Training & Modalities:     

• Brainspotting 
• Play Therapy
• Motivational Interviewing
• Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Trained

I’m so glad you’re here! This is a brave and important step toward your well-being.

I am passionate about supporting people to reach their true potential! I believe that pursuing therapy is one of the most important things we can do for ourselves and helps us understand ourselves and others on a deeper, more genuine level. I hope to create a warm, genuine, and positive space for you to process life’s moments, build your confidence, and work toward wholeness. My hope for you is that through this process, you will begin to discover your strengths and values! 

I am recent graduate of Metropolitan State University of Denver’s Master’s of Social Work Program, and am working toward the Licensed Clinical Social Worker licensure. I am currently also working as a family coach, and especially love working with families and children!

In my free time, you will find me outdoors enjoying the beautiful Colorado wilderness, walking my black labrador Mack, or spending time with my sweet fiancé. 

I can’t wait to get to know you! 

Training & Modalities:     

• Dialectical Behavioral Therapy
• Motivational Interviewing
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
• Play and Sand Tray Therapy (In Progress)

I believe everyone’s story matters. My passion for people, building relationships, and my own healing journey fuel my love for counseling. My role is to provide a warm, inviting, and safe space where you can process through life experiences, find healing, and discover purpose. You are not alone, and my goal is to ensure you feel seen, heard, valued, and accepted just as you are. Life can be challenging, but within the therapeutic relationship, we can foster self-awareness, heal from past wounds, and grow together. I am humbled to be on this journey alongside you!

Currently, I am a graduate student at Colorado Christian University studying Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I hold a bachelor’s degree in Human Development and Psychology from Virginia Tech, where my interest for human behavior and the mind began. My love for people has also translated throughout my professional career in the human resources and recruiting field.

I am a Virginia native, but love living in Colorado! In my free time, I love being outside, snowboarding, spending time with my husband and friends, and trying new restaurants. I am looking forward to meeting you!

Training & Modalities:     

• Motivational Interviewing
• Dialectic Behavioral Therapy (DBT)

I am looking forward to getting to know you! I love meeting people and hearing their story. I believe our stories are so important and matter deeply in where we've come from and where we're going. I love helping people recognize and understand their potential and I believe that all of us have potential in our journey. I am passionate about working with people and discovering the strengths that each one of us holds. I approach therapy in a relational way and feel strongly that our relationship will help us work collaboratively to reach your goals. I consider it an honor and privilege to walk the journey with you and help you heal from past wounds, as well as support you in the incredible journey ahead. I want you to feel valued, seen, heard, and accepted in our time together.

I am currently a graduate student at Indiana Wesleyan University pursuing my Master of Social Work. I have a Bachelor's degree in Child and Family Development and an elementary educational teaching license. Development and human behavior have always interested me and my experience working with people of all ages has led me to where I am today. I have found my joy in counseling and working with people through all of life's ups and downs.

I have been married for 20 years and have two children and one dog. Our family loves doing outdoor activities together like skiing, biking, camping, and hiking. I also love to be near water because it soothes and comforts me. I am an avid reader and love being with family and friends. I believe our social network is a huge support system for us.

I look forward to being a part of your support network as well!

Training & Modalities:     

•  Motivational Interviewing
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Life is a journey in which every moment, whether filled with joy or challenge, holds the potential for growth, connection, and transformation.

I understand that life's experiences, uncertainties, and challenges can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face them alone. I aim to establish a connection where you feel seen, heard, and deeply understood. In a supportive and non-judgmental space, I seek to acknowledge the inner strength and wisdom that has guided you on your journey. Together, we can face life's challenges and navigate them to build a meaningful and fulfilling life guided by your values.

I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Colorado. As part of my education to become a licensed professional counselor, I am pursuing a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Colorado Christian University. 

Outside of my professional life, I enjoy spending time with my wife, practicing hot yoga, playing pickleball, and practicing self-compassion. 

Training & Modalities:     

• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

 I believe that, at its best, therapy is a place for us to come alive to our own experience—both the achingly beautiful and seemingly unbearable—with compassion and courage. We are wounded and healed in relationship, and as a therapist it is my profound honor to hear and hold your story, and to walk with you towards whatever goals you want to achieve in the time you share with me. I seek to create a space where you can be deeply heard and fully known without judgment, celebrated and encouraged as you engage with the work of therapy, and challenged and supported as you grow.
I love working with individuals, couples, and families. I approach therapy with a deep concern for personal narrative, the pervasive and multigenerational impact of trauma, the need for the interpersonal construction of meaning, and the healing power of humor. I also appreciate the need for pragmatic solutions—sometimes, we need to address immediate problems before engaging in deeper work. Your goals will always guide the work we do together.  
My road—like all roads—has been a winding one. I am a veteran of the U.S. Army and former Combat Medic, hold a bachelor’s from the University of Colorado Denver, and earned my MFA in Creative Writing from Oregon State University. I am currently in my final year pursuing a master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. When not practicing therapy, I can be found writing and reading fiction, fumbling around in nature, attempting to perfect a recipe, or trying to make my wife laugh.
Training & Modalities:     

•  Gottman  Level 1 Couple's Therapy  
•  Emotionally-Focus therapy for Couples (EFT)

 I am honored to be able to provide the space for you to share your story, experiences, and hopes for the future. It is so courageous to share these parts of ourselves with others, especially while we seek to understand them.
I take into account all aspects of the person to find healing. I will work with you through identifying thought patterns, noticing how you experience emotions, and discovering different parts of who you are.
 

I'm currently pursuing a Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling from Regis University and hold a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Colorado Boulder. I am an advocate in the disability community, and I have been a case manager and community resource navigator.
 

I am an artist and crafter, and love experiencing music and traveling with my husband. I have two cats, Pixie and Jasper, that enjoy playing fetch and cuddles.

Training & Modalities:     
  

•  Motivational Interviewing 
•  Sand Tray (in training)
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)