Narrative Therapists in Crestone, CO

I offer a safe and peaceful space for people experiencing challenges and life transitions to take new and intentional steps. I work with those seeking positive change who are ready to prioritize their well-being. Making changes and finding a path can be overwhelming, and I enjoy helping people identify and reach their authentic goals.

Let me pour you a cup of tea or coffee, and let’s talk. Many perceive therapy as missing the opportunity to truly connect with the therapist as real people. It often feels like a professional exchange rather than a personal interaction. I’m here to guide you toward solutions and personal transformation. Let’s make this process both effective and enriching. Reaching out to a therapist might feel daunting, but I encourage you to pause, take a deep breath, and make that call. I’m here to assist. My greatest passion is cultivating healing and hope for individuals who have been or are undergoing traumatic/stressful experiences.

Ready to find the root of your anxiety, trauma, sadness, negative self-talk or depression? I believe that healing and wholeness is possible. Whether you are a parent who has lost a pregnancy or experienced a traumatic birth, someone who experienced a distressing event or trauma as a child, or you are feeling lost and wanting to find your purpose; I am passionate about supporting you in recognizing what the MORE looks like beyond the pain, confusion, or grief you are in currently. Come connect, be heard, understood, and challenged through safe, compassionate therapy and educational, evidenced-based interventions.

We have all experienced various levels of loss, harm or violation in our lives and this will have an effect on us. Are you experiencing disordered eating, unwanted sexual behavior, depression, anxiety, anger or turning to substances for relief? Often people feel a pain inside they are unable to understand or articulate. Perhaps you're frustrated and beginning to feel hopeless or helpless to change. Transformation and change is possible but it is a process, not an event. Research shows that finding the right "fit" in a therapist is one of the most important factors in having a transformative experience in therapy.

“And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom" (Anais Nin). You know when it's time to make a change - whether the struggle is depression, anxiety, past trauma, or perhaps a painful relationship - there comes a tipping point when you are ready to make that first step toward hope.

We all need a place to unpack our brokenness, pain and struggle. We desire to have someone listen wholeheartedly to our story. The Sanctuary Collective desires to be a place that is safe, without judgement to create change within ourselves so that we can engage in the world. Our belief is that we have a mind, body and soul that works as one. Here we will collectively work with like-minded professionals that address you holistically (mind, body and soul). Please call or email to set up your appointment.

My passion is to provide opportunity for growth and healing through multiple avenues. I have a connection to narrative and cognitive behavior therapy which can be applied in a traditional office setting or through equine assisted therapy. I have walked through my own healing from divorce and trauma and found a passion to support others’ finding their path for healing. I support a "team" approach to counseling and if it's appropriate and safe, I prefer to include parents/caregivers in goals and support for their child.

Making the decision to turn to the page in your life is not easy. I believe every human inherent resilience and a capacity for growth. Self-discovery and self-worth facilitate the path towards a better understanding of self-love within an individual’s life and an ability to empower the next chapter in life. I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, substance abuse, and self-esteem.Drawing from a diverse range of therapeutic modalities, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), Dialectal Behavior Therapy (DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and narrative therapy.

We, as humans, have an incredible potential for growth, but we often find life difficult; we feel stuck, alone, and uncertain. I believe that when we work through the hard things, we can find healing. I strive to create counseling relationships based on safety, trust, and hope, where people are accepted and challenged to grow in new and meaningful ways. I believe counseling is an opportunity to work through pain and suffering, develop resiliency which can be carried forward into life, and experience healing, freedom, purpose, and self-acceptance.

Whether you're experienced in therapy or trying it for the first time, I am open to it all. My focus is on adult clients coming in for trauma, anxiety, depression, abuse, life skills, substance abuse, codependency/relationship issues, and lack of motivation. No two people are the same and I adapt my approach to meet the needs of each client's unique concerns and goals.

I enjoy working with all kinds of people. Each of us brings our own story and none of us were meant to work through our lives alone. I believe each client has their own strengths and sometimes it's just a question of adjusting the lighting so you can see what they are. It does not matter if you're sad or lonely or frustrated, we can find a way to make life much better.

My ideal client is one who feels that they are stuck and has found it hard to find a way out. They are seeking purpose and are tired of living an unfulfilled life. They may have made some mistakes and need assistance on the journey of reconciliation. They could be dealing with a loss so detrimental that it has halted any forward progress in life and they now need to understand the new person they will become. They could have suffered tremendously at the hands of others and the pain of the past is still present and they need to find away to make sense of it all. My ideal client has been afflicted with the human condition.

As a former victim advocate with Colorado Springs Police Department, I have a deep passion for helping victims of crime regain their power and find their center. It is through my work with law enforcement and victims of crime that I have gained a deep understanding into the dynamics of trauma, vicarious trauma, secondary trauma, and repercussions of untreated PTSD. It has also been my experience that the vast majority of addictions stem from untreated and unaddressed adverse life experiences that are inherently trauma related.

Are you tried of feeling like you don’t have any control in life? Are you tired of worrying and anticipating the worse? Sexual abuse, domestic abuse, and other traumatic experiences impact us for a lifetime. The experience often leaves us feeling confused, doubtful, anxious, sad, and worthless. These traumatic experiences can shake the very core of our being, impact our relationships, and make us wonder how to move on and live fulfilling lives. Sometimes these horrible things make us feel lost and stuck in life.

Do you feel lost or broken? Do you find yourself entrapped by negative cycles of thought and addiction? Are you feeling like you do not recognize yourself, are disconnected from relationships, or frustrated spiritually? These feelings and thoughts disorient our lives from the beauty and truth around us, clouding our sense of purpose, worth, and Identity. My core desire is to co-labor with you toward healing, reconnection, and fulfillment in your life context. If you find this resonates with you, please reach out and we can get started on the journey for your health.

As a clinician it is my goal is not to focus on treatment, but to join the client through the process of healing. The way I do this is by getting in depth understanding of hearing the narrative of my client's lived experiences and starting at the place of their choosing. It is important to me build a strong connection to the clients I serve. Therefore, they can achieve be in a space where they can be open and allow the process of healing to occur.

Are you experiencing relationship problems? Communication lapses? Trust issues? Does anxiety impact your life or relationships. Do you notice low self-esteem or mood? Are you seeking a therapist that can relate well to you and/or your partner? If you are experiencing any of the above issues, let’s get to work. I am an experienced, insightful, and hard-working psychologist who will work with you to develop an individual plan to help you meet your goals. Visit www.inctherapy.org to schedule a free initial consultation to see if we'd be a good fit or call to schedule your first session. Let's get started.

My goal is not to make you forget your past or the people in your past but to help you make those experiences a healthy part of your future life. The past should be something we can live with, a place to start and build a better tomorrow. I believe you are the key healing.