Sexual Abuse Therapists in Wyoming

As a First Responder Victim Witness Specialist, working side by side with LEOs,EMS,Fire and coroners from on scene moments of crisis through the adjudication process and beyond. In my years in this experience I have acquired an understanding of the unique stressors that not only victims of crime face but also the first responders. Vicarious trauma can have a lasting impact on these lives and the lives of their families often leading to PTSD, Addiction, Relationship/Maritial difficulties and many other stressors. It is my passion to see less suffering and suicide in the First Response family as well as Military.

I am a clinical social worker providing individual therapy to children, teens and adults. My approach is collaborative and supportive. My role is to offer what I know and to act as a guide, empowering my clients to uncover and employ the skills and knowledge they already have, while learning new things together. We will start wherever you are. Whether you are seeking help for something specific and known, or you are just feeling stuck or unsure of what you are looking for entirely, we’ll work together to move you forward in the therapeutic process—and life!

There are reasons we think or feel the way we do; sometimes feeling insane is a sign that the life we are living is insane. And sometimes, it's been going on for generations. Getting "over it" isn't the goal; understanding and making peace with it is--most of us have the ability to learn new ways of coping. Reaching out for help isn't weak, it is a strength. Learn how to live rather than simply existing.

My passion is help people heal from complex trauma, PTSD, developmental trauma, personality disorders, anxiety, depression, and generate overall wellbeing for my clients. Anyone is welcome. This is your world and I just want to teach you to heal yourself, so that you find your center, and have the tools you need to heal yourself for the rest of your life. I want to work with anyone that wants to get better. Even if you can't get out of bed in the morning and your exhausted, come and see me and I'll work to help you find your energy. If your expectations are fighting your thoughts and you feel pulled in 10 directions, come see me.

Everyone has struggles or hurdles presented in their lives that sometimes will require an objective opinion. I work collaboratively with people to look at issues from a different perspective. Reaching out to someone for the first time takes tremendous strength of character and courage. I am passionate about this work and it is an honor and pleasure to work with clients who are invested in making positive changes in their lives. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and private practitioner who has over 25 years of experience working with children, families, couples, and individuals in the Cheyenne area.

For the last 23 years I have been a Biblical Counselor and trainer in a local church in the Antelope Valley of Southern California. My cliental was largely Christian in their outlook and practice but I also valued and enjoyed my time spent with many people without a specific faith tradition. Spirituality is an important aspect of our identity, and I am qualified by education and experience to integrate Biblical values into the counseling relationship, but my practice has never been exclusively Christian. Depression, anxiety, grief, marital issues and life transitions effect all of us.

I love people and I have a passion for assisting others in finding ways unique to them to become more content and happier in their lives. At different times, everyone experiences life difficulties and oftentimes it helps to have a safe, secure, and confidential person to share and work through your burdens and thoughts with. I work with children 6 years and older, teens, and adults on various life challenges.

Just by being here you are taking the first step toward inner healing. Selecting the right therapist for you is important, so please take a moment to read some information about me and my philosophy. I am a Colorado native and an outdoor enthusiast. I am a husband and a father. I have been working in the field of mental health for 17 years and have been a licensed therapist in Colorado for 6 years. I am a skilled therapist and I love my work! I believe in people and I believe in you. I believe you contain the capacity to heal. My goal is to help you harness your inner strength to improve your own capacity for self-healing.

We all face challenges in our lives. If you find yourself searching for a therapist that might be right for you, then you're actively taking the first step toward creating the life you hope to live. Please know that you don't have to do this alone. A skilled, compassionate therapist can help you navigate whatever changes or challenges you're facing. I have experience treating depression, anxiety, OCD, personality disorders, trauma, grief, oppositional/conduct disorders and specialize in working with adolescents. I believe that trust and a strong partnership between client and counselor is the foundation of all successful therapy.

My particular areas of interest lay in coming alongside families and couples by providing marriage-enrichment and communication skills. And specifically working with concerns of anxiety, depression, anger management and communication struggles. I find joy in helping people identify behaviors that negatively affect their lives and relationships with others. I work to bring an awareness to the other voices and instincts in our lives that tug at our hearts and help foster an ability to communicate with constructive and compelling reasonableness. ​

Offering comprehensive mental health services to individuals and families regarding a vast variety of issues. We believe in there is no concern too big or too small, a person's concerns often stay small when they are able to work through it in a safe, comfortable and non-judgemental environment.

The clients who I serve experience relief from trauma through trauma-informed counseling, EMDR, and Art Therapy. For Art Therapy, your creativity can be a guide to exploration. I enjoy the opportunity to listen and learn as well as offer support to others. Making the decision to address your life concerns in counseling takes courage. I celebrate your choice.

I founded Jackson Hole Therapy in 2004 as a specialized practice with for those pursuing trauma-informed care and support for various emotional issues including perinatal mental health. Every client is unique, with differing levels of comfort, ability to articulate their needs, and life view. At Jackson Hole Therapy, I tailor services to each client's needs while providing a warm, welcoming, and safe environment to enhance healing and growth. For those living outside of Teton County, I am able to provide remote and secure web-based services within the state of Wyoming. I believe choice and fit are crucial for therapeutic success.

As Maya Angelou said- "There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you." You no longer have to bear the weight alone. I am here to offer you a safe place, to share, explore, grow, and heal. I offer several modalities to assist you along the way, based on your individual needs and goals. Some of these include; Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) skills, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Thought Field Therapy (TFT), and Crisis/Suicide intervention.

Hello fellow traveler! This life is a journey and everyone’s path is uniquely their own. But one thing we all have in common is that as soon as we think we have our path perfectly planned, we find ourselves off balanced, nudged, even pushed in a different direction. Utilizing cultural sensitivity, empathy and the best evidence based practices, it is my goal to help you discover your inner strengths and resiliency so you can navigate the difficulties and challenges in life with grace and self assurance. Searching for someone to assist you was the first brave step toward transforming your life and blazing new trails.

It is not the load that breaks you, but the way you carry it. - C.S. Lewis: I am passionate about helping clients to overcome their past, and gain freedom from their chronic mental health problems through EMDR therapy. I provide eco-EMDR and nature-based therapy that meets the client where they are. My ultimate goal is to empower clients to live more adaptive and meaningful lives through an evidenced-based model of healing that involves movement (green exercise), nature, TF-EMDR, and addressing the body at the client's fitness level. I offer EMDR extended session in-office and outdoors in various locations in Wyoming and Utah.

At Fern Ridge Counseling, LLC & Wellness Center we are dedicated to providing support as you navigate through life's difficult terrain. We are here to provide integrative support and acceptance in your journey to heal from personal struggles and emotional distress. Our counselors provide individual, marriage, and family therapy, and telepsychology, allowing us to serve you remotely. We offer true Wyoming wellness from Halotherapy, chromotherapy, red light therapy, infrared therapy, and neurofeedback. Don't do this alone, call today to schedule an appointment and allow our professionals to find solutions that are right for you.

Often, change comes from a place of pain and discomfort. Challenging experiences reveal and strengthen valuable qualities within oneself. However, there are times people need different perspectives or skills to overcome challenges. I aim to offer an accepting space for people to resolve uncomfortable experiences and to move towards what matters the most.

Life is tricky. Sometimes it shows up in unexpected or unwanted ways. We get to choose how to walk through it. Struggles, confusion, disappointments, and pain are indeed part of life on life's terms. Together we can move forward.