…we do what we need to get us through the night, and then, ironically, often remain stuck in these constrained strategies and perspectives in the light of day. — Sue Johnson
Approach
Most likely you’re not looking for a therapist because you feel so awesome you want to pay someone to talk about it. I know that certainly wasn’t the case for me -- I first sought therapy because I was in a ton of pain (and not the physical kind). If that sounds familiar, first off, welcome. Second, although suffering is painful, sometimes it is the catalyst that can motivate us to make the positive changes necessary to move forward.
Although it might be external circumstances that caused you to start looking for a counselor, I believe it is the internal work that sets us free and that we all have the capacity to be truly happy. My aim as a therapist is to help you get rid of the parts of you that are standing in the way of this.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Addictions Counselor (LAC), EMDR Trained, EFT trained, DeTUR trained (an EMDR protocol used in addiction treatment) and Brainspotting.
About
I moved back to Colorado in 2015 after working in the music business in New York and Los Angeles. I'm married with two kids, two dogs, seven chickens and a cat. I have a daily meditation practice and write fiction. I have been sober since 2003.
Education, Trainings & Professional Associations
Education:
Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University
Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Conservation from University of Colorado at Boulder.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC.0015025) and a Licensed Addiction Counselor (ACD.0002169).
Trainings
EMDR / DeTUR (EMDR for addictions)
Professional Associations:
American Counseling Association: National organization dedicated to the counseling profession
Colorado Counseling Association: State branch of ACA
ICEEFT: The International Center for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy
BCEFT: Boulder Community for Emotionally Focused Therapy
DCEFT: Denver Community for Emotionally Focused Therapy
EMDRIA: Organization of mental health professionals dedicated to excellence and integrity in EMDR
It is easier to put on a pair of shoes than to wrap the earth in leather. — Chögyam Trungpa
WHAT IS EMDR?
EMDR, or Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, is a psychotherapy approach developed to uncover and process trauma. It involves guided bilateral stimulation to process distressing memories. The therapy aims to reframe negative emotions and beliefs associated with trauma and conditioning, allowing individuals to integrate these memories in a healthier way.
WHAT IS EFT?
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) is a short-term, evidence-based psychotherapy that focuses on improving emotional bonds in relationships. It seeks to identify and restructure negative emotional patterns within relationships, fostering secure attachments and communication. EFT helps individuals recognize and express their emotions while promoting understanding and empathy. The therapist guides clients to create more secure emotional connections, enhancing relationship satisfaction and overall well-being.
WHAT IS BRAINSPOTTNG?
Brainspotting is a therapeutic technique that helps process traumatic experiences and emotional distress. By locating and maintaining visual focus on specific "brainspots," often related to eye positions, the method taps into the brain's ability to process and heal trauma. This approach aims to access and process unresolved emotions and memories, promoting relief and personal growth.
Nothing ever goes away until it has taught us what we need to know. — Pema Chodron
SPECIALTIES
ADDICTION
ANXIETY
DEPRESSION
INSECURE ATTACHMENT
TRAUMA
WHO I WORK WITH
ADULTS
YOUNG ADULTS
COLLEGE STUDENTS
COUPLES / RELATIONSHIPS
INTERNS NEEDING SUPERVISION
RATES, ETC.
Rate: $175 for a 55-minute session (both individual and or couple's sessions are 55 minutes). I provide an initial free 30-minute phone, virtual or face-to-face consultation.
Type: I conduct sessions in-person or virtually
Payment: I accept credit, checks or cash at the time of service.
Cancellation policy: I require 24-hour notice for missed appointments except in family and weather related emergencies.
Insurance: I do not accept insurance, but If you have mental health benefits through your health insurance, you may be reimbursed for all or part of the fee. Check with your insurance carrier for mental health coverage. I can provide you with a complete insurance receipt on a monthly basis.
As every therapist will tell you, healing involves discomfort. But so is refusing to heal. And over time, refusing to heal is always more painful. – Resmaa Menakem
My Office