I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and an EMDR Certified Therapist. With a compassionate and collaborative approach, I work alongside my clients to foster growth, healing, and resilience. I have extensive experience supporting individuals navigating challenges such as PTSD, anxiety, depression, life transitions, and the lasting impacts of trauma.

As a Marine Corps combat veteran and former wildland firefighter, I bring a wealth of life experience to my work. My deep understanding of resilience, perseverance, and the challenges faced in high-stress environments informs my grounded and empathetic approach to therapy. These experiences equip me with a unique perspective and an unwavering commitment to helping my clients navigate their own journeys toward healing and growth.

My professional background includes working with veterans and their families at the Vet Center, where I gained specialized expertise in addressing the unique needs of those affected by military service. I value creating a safe and supportive environment where clients can explore their stories, rediscover their strengths, and develop tools to navigate life’s complexities.

Using evidence-based practices combined with a person-centered approach, I tailor my work to each individual’s goals and needs. I also emphasize the importance of narrative, helping my clients make meaning of their experiences in ways that empower and inspire.

When I’m not in the office, I enjoy writing poetry, photography, rock and ice climbing, and spending time with my wife and our two king shepherds. As a published poet and active member of the Lighthouse Writers Workshop Poetry Collective, I find creative expression to be an important aspect of both my life and my work.

Whether you’re seeking support through a difficult time, looking to build resilience, or working toward personal growth, I’m here to guide and support you on your journey.

Education

• Master of Social Work, University of Denver, 2022

Licensure, Certifications and Trainings

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) 

• State of Colorado, License No. CSW.09931046

• State of New Mexico, License No. SWB-2024-1124

• EMDR Certified Therapist (2024)

• EMDR Basic Training & 10 hours of Consultation (2022)

• EMDR Flash Technique (2024)

• EMDR 2.0 (2024)

• Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy (2023)

• Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for PTSD (2021)

• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) (2023)

• Somatic-Based Interventions for Trauma (2021)

• Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) (2022)

• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) for Trauma and Emotional Regulation (2023)

• Narrative Therapy for Trauma Recovery (2023)

  Motivational Interviewing for Behavioral Change (2023)

• Prolonged Exposure Therapy for PTSD (2022)

• Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) (2021)

• Treating Personality Disorders: Advances from Brain Science and Traumatology (2023)

• Personality Disorders: Advanced Diagnosis, Treatment, and Management (2023)

• Trauma Treatment Certification Workshop: EMDR, CBT, and Somatic-Based Interventions (2021)

Insurances

• Medicaid

• United

• Cigna

• Kaiser HMO

• Aetna

• Blue Cross & Blue Shield

• Victim’s Comp

• Private Pay