"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.
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.
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.
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.