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Silvia Astudillo

Silvia Astudillo

Life can feel overwhelming at times, especially when big emotions, behavior challenges, or major transitions start to affect your family’s day-to-day life. Silvia offers a …

Colene Belmont

Colene Belmont

Colene is a warm, compassionate therapist who works with children and adolescents as they navigate big feelings, life changes, and growing identities. She believes therapy should …

Fawnda Newton

Fawnda Newton

Fawnda is a licensed clinical social worker with a Master of Social Work degree from Colorado State University. She began her social work career as a non-traditional student later …

Courtney Johnson

Courtney Johnson

Courtney (She/Her) is a trauma-informed clinician with a strong background in child and family therapy. She works with children, adolescents, and families, and is deeply committed …

Stephanie Minneci

Stephanie Minneci

Stephanie is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist dedicated to supporting individuals, couples, and families through compassionate, evidence‑based care. She works with …

Alyssa Thomas

Alyssa Thomas

Alyssa is pursuing her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Marymount University. Alyssa is a compassionate, client-centered counselor who takes a …

Caroline Smith

Caroline Smith

Are you seeking a warm, grounded therapeutic partner? If so, Caroline brings compassion, expertise, and a steady, supportive presence to every session. Caroline is a Licensed …

Conner Lloyd

Conner Lloyd

Conner values therapy as a collaborative, nonjudgmental process where clients can feel seen, heard, and supported at their own pace. He is committed to helping clients build …

Layla Earnest

Layla Earnest

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and EMDR-trained therapist specializing in trauma recovery, anxiety, depression, and relational challenges for adults and …

Patricia Montano

Patricia Montano

Patricia is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience in assisting individuals in navigating various life challenges. She employs a strengths-based, …

Madison Litka

Madison Litka

Madison is a mental health counselor pursuing licensure as an LMHC. She has earned her master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from Cambridge College and holds a bachelor’s …

Carmen Ytuarte

Carmen Ytuarte

As a graduate from New Mexico Highlands University with a focus in Bilingual/Bicultural Practice, Caremen is a Licensed Master Social Worker and provides services in both English …