Mental Health

Counseling is a professional relationship that empowers diverse individuals, families, and groups to accomplish mental health, wellness, education, and career goals (ACA Conference, March 2010). Mental health is the foundation for the well-being and effective functioning of individuals. More than the absence of a mental disorder, mental health is the ability to think, learn, and understand ... Read More

Counseling is a professional relationship that empowers diverse individuals, families, and groups to accomplish mental health, wellness, education, and career goals (ACA Conference, March 2010).

Mental health is the foundation for the well-being and effective functioning of individuals. More than the absence of a mental disorder, mental health is the ability to think, learn, and understand one's emotions and the reactions of others. It is a state of balance, both within and with the environment. Physical, psychological, social, cultural, spiritual and other interrelated factors participate in producing this balance (https://www.who.int/westernpacific/health-topics/mental-health).

We believe you deserve healing, you deserve connection, and you deserve to thrive. We endeavor to meet health and wellness needs through a coalescing ecological bio psychosocial model of practice to create a world in which all can thrive in collective harmony.

We promote safe and brave healing spaces; all are welcome here. We are courageous and creative healers who use sound therapeutic practices to enhance the health and wellbeing of individuals, families, communities, and the world at large.

We bring years of experience and specialty care in trauma, perinatal support, as well as anxiety, depression, and many other issues. We use restorative and healing centered approaches that enable the potential of individual health and wellness while expanding to the transformative and collective healing of the world we all live.

We work in collaboration and reciprocity with those we serve, coalescing modern science and research with ancient healing wisdom from around the world.

We believe when we choose to invest in our own healing, we heal ourselves and the world with us. As professionals, we are dedicated to helping you heal, and we believe it is an honor to journey with you on a healing path.

You deserve healing, and the time for healing is now.


Consulting (Professional to Professional)

Mental health consultation is a collaborative relationship between professionals. The consultant is a specialist and the consultee invokes the consultant's support in addressing professional mental health related issues and/or focuses on the mastery and integration of specialized mental health training or knowledge. In this type of consultation, the professional responsibility for the patient r... Read More

Mental health consultation is a collaborative relationship between professionals. The consultant is a specialist and the consultee invokes the consultant's support in addressing professional mental health related issues and/or focuses on the mastery and integration of specialized mental health training or knowledge. In this type of consultation, the professional responsibility for the patient remains entirely with the consultee. Consultation is expected to be consultee-centered which means the focus is on the skills and knowledge of the consultee. Consultation is structured in format and consultees provide examples of their professional work as part of the consultation process. The consultant values the integrity and independence of the consultee. The consultant and consultee are expected to operate within the ethical standards and scope of practice of their respective professional licenses. The consultee maintains full responsibility and autonomy for the decisions involving their clients’ treatment.

Note: Consultation is not equivalent to clinical supervision, and consultation is not equivalent to provision of psychotherapy services, which poses an ethical issue of dual relationship.


Massage Therapy

We offer Massage and Infant Massage Services. Infant Massage in an age old practice of positive touch interaction between caregivers and children. It is a massage modality that uses strokes like, rolling, pressing, kneading and rubbing to encourage blood circulation, pain relief, and relaxation of muscles. It also fosters bonding and attachment between caregivers and children. “The art ... Read More

We offer Massage and Infant Massage Services.

Infant Massage in an age old practice of positive touch interaction between caregivers and children. It is a massage modality that uses strokes like, rolling, pressing, kneading and rubbing to encourage blood circulation, pain relief, and relaxation of muscles. It also fosters bonding and attachment between caregivers and children.

“The art of infant massage is a special loving touch we do with our babies, not to our babies. It is a reciprocal interactive form of communication...” ~Diana Moore (Founder of ILTF)


Reiki Healing

Reiki is an ancient Japanese healing technique that focuses on restoring a harmonious flow of energy within the body. By gently placing hands on or slightly above the body, a Reiki practitioner serves as a channel for universal life force energy, with the goal of removing blockages in the body's energy pathways. A typical session begins with the practitioner clearing their own energies and then... Read More

Reiki is an ancient Japanese healing technique that focuses on restoring a harmonious flow of energy within the body. By gently placing hands on or slightly above the body, a Reiki practitioner serves as a channel for universal life force energy, with the goal of removing blockages in the body's energy pathways. A typical session begins with the practitioner clearing their own energies and then identifying areas in the client that are asking for rebalancing.

During a session, the practitioner may incorporate healing crystals, sage, palo santo, and other natural elements to enhance the overall experience. Clients may experience various sensations and changes in body temperature throughout the session. They are welcome to share their experiences or simply relax quietly as they enjoy the feelings of peace and comfort that Reiki often brings.

It's important to understand that Reiki is a positive life force healing practice that does not harm or interfere with other healing processes. However, it is not a substitute for traditional medical treatment. Instead, it is intended to complement one's healing plan and potentially aid in stress reduction, pain management, and overall well-being. It is a nurturing process and may promote relaxation, feelings of peace, and overall well-being.


Ghost Writing

Ghost writing is a wonderful way to express your thoughts, process your memories, experience your emotions, and then have them transcribed by another person. Reading them later can provide clarity and new perspectives, help you understand your stories and thought patterns, set new intentions, reorganize your thinking, and recognize your emotional processes. It's a fantastic way to gain personal... Read More

Ghost writing is a wonderful way to express your thoughts, process your memories, experience your emotions, and then have them transcribed by another person. Reading them later can provide clarity and new perspectives, help you understand your stories and thought patterns, set new intentions, reorganize your thinking, and recognize your emotional processes. It's a fantastic way to gain personal insight. You may think of it as confidential journaling with a partner. Additionally, it can involve sharing your life story with another person who records and organizes it for you. This allows you to preserve your life experiences, share them with loved ones, leave a personal legacy, and potentially publish your story.


Coaching

Coaching is not counseling. Coaching is a nurturing partnership with the aim to help you identify your values and reach your goals.

“Happy Treasure, Connection In Life’s Adventures”

Five Strengths: Positivity, Communication, Significance, Empathy, Adaptability

Amaihah was born and raised in Colorado and has always felt drawn to the healing power of touch. Being raised in a very holistic health minded environment, it felt very natural for her to go to a massage therapy school where she could gain more knowledge and understanding. When she works with clients they get a very individualized massage experience that is tailored to what they, and their body, tell her they need. She uses many different modalities throughout the massage session while checking in to make sure the client is getting what they want out of the massage experience. She looks forward to working with you and helping your body heal. You deserve healing.

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“Exploring the Unknown”

Five Strengths: Learner, Relator, Restorative, Input, and Strategic

Ellen earned her Masters in Counseling in Family and Marriage Therapy from California State University, Fullerton. Her background is in working with teens and families in crisis using a systems approach to problem solve and create positive change.

Her passion for mental health stems from her belief in the healing power of nature and community. Through much time spent outdoors, she recognized her passion and desire to help people embrace and alchemize life’s challenges into strengthening and growing experiences from which to move forward through this wild journey of being human. Together, we can find ways to create a more satisfying life and move through the world with a little bit more joy each day.

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I’ve had a wide range of life experiences that have introduced me to many challenging situations, motivating me to seek healing and personal growth. This has led me to develop a strong desire to help others begin their own path to emotional, spiritual, mental, and physical peace and healing. One of the most important values I hold in my practices is empowerment. I truly believe that we all can heal ourselves and come to an understanding throughout this journey. I respect, value, and embrace diverse beliefs and lifestyles, and love learning about various perspectives. This respect is at the core of my practice, guiding me to gently lead you to your own healing and understanding. I honor your privacy, comfort, peace, individuality, and beliefs, and look forward to working with you to provide comfort, clarity, and balance.

Experience and Credentials: Reiki Practitioner, Certified Tarot Reader, Therapeutic Writer, Certified end-of-life Doula, Yoga Teacher, Memoir and Autobiography Ghostwriter, Special Education Teacher, Preschool Teacher, and Early Head Start Home Visitor. Bachelor’s Degree in Human Development with a Minor in Psychology (California State University Long Beach), Special Education Degree (moderate severe needs).

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“We are never there, only here.”

Five Strengths: Problem Solver, Thinker, Philomath, Coach, Empathizer

Sarah Rasmussen recently earned their Master of Social Work from Flordia State University and is working toward their licensure. Sarah has a background working with underserved youth populations and victims and survivors of domestic and sexual violence.

Sarah’s therapeutic approaches are grounded in trauma-informed, didactic, non-discriminatory, person-centered, strength- and community-based therapies.

Sarah moved to Salida in 2020 and has been running and biking the trails with their dog, Fly, ever since.

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“Spiritual Energy Dancing On Rocky Shores”

Five Strengths: Input, Connectedness, Achiever, Ideation, Empathy

Sarai Trujillo is deeply rooted in her communities in the Americas including Salida, Colorado, US and Teacapan, Sinaloa, Mexico. She is a mother of seven and grandmother (“Yaya”) to a growing tribe of littles. Her therapeutic approaches are rooted in trauma informed person-centered, feminist, and attachment-based therapies. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) specializing in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and working with parents and caregivers of all ages, particularly during the sensitive periods of development in perinatal, infant, and early childhood. She is considered an expert in the field of EMDR, perinatal, infant, and early childhood mental health and shares this expertise by offering consultation for other helping professionals.

In addition to her mental health background, Sarai has vast wellness experience. She was a certified Zumba Instructor for over a decade beginning in 2008 and taught multiple exercise classes including: yoga, strength, and dance. She is a runner and has completed several marathons and half marathon races.

Sarai believes that health is achieved within healthy relationships, which is why she holds a holistic, integrative, and collaborative space in her personal and professional life. For this purpose she co-founded Coalescence Health where she also serves as the Chief Executive Officer!

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“Learning and Teaching in A Cycle”

Five Strengths: Achiever, Deliberative, Restorative, Significance, Learner

Talmage holds a masters degree in leadership and educational research from the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs and is currently working toward a masters degree in clinical mental health at Adams State University. He will begin therapeutic work with individuals and couples in 2024 as a mental health counseling intern.

In addition to his university training, Talmage has committed his life to receiving training in many other topics including trauma informed care, crisis intervention, non-violent communication, dialectical behavior therapy for schools, and much more.

He has served in a variety of public school settings as an instructor, coach, mentor, student advisor, lead teacher and administrator for 25 years.

Talmage speaks, reads and writes the Spanish and English languages fluently.

Talmage has been married to his wife since 1994 with whom he has helped raise their seven children. His love of the outdoors has created a culture of sustainable wilderness recreation among his children and their families including nine grandchildren as of this writing.

His creative support and problem solving methods have helped countless individuals set and achieve meaningful goals to enrich their personal, social, professional, and spiritual lives.

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