Education and Approach

     Research shows the relationship between you and your therapist is the most effective therapy intervention. I encourage people to be good consumers and find a therapist who feels comfortable to them. Trust and safety are the cornerstones of healthy therapy. 

     I graduated from the University of Colorado at Denver with a Master's in  Counseling Psychology and Counselor Education. I earned a License in Professional Counseling in 2009 and a License in Addiction Counseling in  2012.

I have an eclectic theoretical approach which includes these areas:

• Biological Perspective
• Cognitive Perspective
• Behavioral Perspective 
• Psychodynamic Perspective 
• Humanistic & Existential Perspective
• Community-Cultural Perspective

       I use techniques such as: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical  Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, Motivational Interviewing, Person-Centered Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy and Strengths-Based Therapy. 

     I served as an EMT for Summit County Ambulance Service and in primary care clinics from 1995 to 2015. I believe this medical experience has helped me look each client in an integrated, holistic way.