"HOW CAN I PROVIDE A RELATIONSHIP WHICH THIS PERSON MAY USE FOR THEIR OWN PERSONAL GROWTH?" ~ CARL ROGERS
ABOUT ME
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate and earned my Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a specialization in Contemplative Psychotherapy from Naropa University. My approach is unique in that it integrates a blend of both Eastern and Western psychology.
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I have been working with tweens, teens, and adults professionally in various settings including the juvenile detention center as a support group leader, out in the community in parks, client's homes, cafes, and libraries as a professional mentor, at domestic violence shelters, in my private practice, and numerous mental health clinics. In addition, I have led both domestic violence survivor and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) groups.
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My life's passion is in assisting individuals who are faced with the challenges of their respective life stage and navigating life's complexities. In my view, each life stage can be a great opportunity for self-discovery, empowerment, and learning how to live out one's innate potential.
EDUCATION AND LICENSURE
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LICENSED PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR CANDIDATE (LPCC.0016934)
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REGISTERED PSYCHOTHERAPIST (NLC.0109646)
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FOUR CORNERS GROUP PSYCHOTHERAPY SOCIETY (FCGPS TRAINING GROUP SERIES MANAGER)
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AMERICAN GROUP PSYCHOTHERAPY ASSOCIATION (MEMBER / 67064)
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MASTER OF ARTS IN CLINICAL MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING (CONTEMPLATIVE PSYCHOTHERAPY), NAROPA UNIVERSITY
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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ACCOUNTING & FINANCE, NEW YORK UNIVERSITY
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
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PSYCHOTHERAPIST AT STRENGTH IN MOTION, LLC. (BOULDER, CO)
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PSYCHOTHERAPIST AT THE COLLECTIVE FOR PSYCHOLOGICAL WELLNESS (CPW) (BOULDER, CO)
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DBT GROUP SKILLS LEADER AT CPW FOR ADOLESCENTS
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COUNSELING INTERN AT THE SAFEHOUSE PROGRESSIVE ALLIANCE FOR NONVIOLENCE (BOULDER, CO)
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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SURVIVORS GROUP LEADER AT THE SAFEHOUSE PROGESSIVE ALLIANCE FOR NONVIOLENCE
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GROUP SUPPORT FACILITATOR AT THE JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER (BOULDER, C0)
CERTIFICATIONS
DBT Skills Facilitator
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is an evidenced-based treatment modality that aims to improve clients' overall quality of life. It focuses primarily on mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. I provide my clients with tools from DBT to assist them in making meaningful changes in their lives and create a life worth living.
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Meditation Instructor
A vast amount of evidence and research has revealed that even as little as 20 minutes of meditation everyday can result in a remarkable reduction of symptoms related to depression and anxiety while drastically improving life satisfaction. As a meditation practitioner of 10+ years in the Zen, Vipassana, and Vajrayana traditions, I bring an integrative approach to meditation that encourages clients to touch into the present moment and bring a sense of gentle curiosity and compassion to their lives.
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