“Stories heal what silence once held”

Five Strengths: Strategic, Intellection, Belief, Relator, Empathy

Hanna’s therapeutic approach centers narrative therapy, wholeness through re-storying, and the belief that healing is possible when we are seen, heard, and held with care. Stories are powerful, and the stories we tell about ourselves, the stories others (or our culture/world) tell about us, shape our lives profoundly. Guided by feminist, womanist, queer, and liberation-based practice, Hanna’s work is trauma-informed, person-centered, and rooted in the belief that every person holds the capacity for growth, resilience, and the power to reclaim their voice. Hanna offers a safe and brave space where anyone can explore the fullness of who they are, honor their lived experiences, and reconnect with their inherent worth and agency.

With a deep commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, justice, and the importance of communal connection, Hanna walks alongside others on their journeys toward hope and healing. She believes healing is not only a personal process, but also deeply relational. Her work embraces the power of community, the wisdom held within every person, and the beauty of reimagining what’s possible. Whether working with individuals or groups, Hanna’s care is tender, attentive, and rooted in the belief that we become more whole not by erasing our pain, but by gently reshaping the way we carry it.

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“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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“We’re all just walking each other home.” - Ram Dass

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.

Ellen is a dedicated counselor whose work is rooted in the belief that nature and human connection are powerful catalysts for healing. Drawing from extensive experience leading outdoor education trips, she has cultivated a deep understanding of how challenges can be transformed into opportunities for growth.

With a compassionate approach, Ellen guides individuals in embracing life’s complexities, helping them navigate their personal journeys with resilience, understanding, and joy. Together, you can explore pathways to a more fulfilling life, moving forward with renewed strength and a sense of purpose.

Ellen is an EMDR Trained therapist. Currently accepting new clients: adolescents, adults, families with adolescents, couples, and individuals ages 12 and up. Please feel free to book a free 15-minute consult with me to see if it’d be a good fit. I look forward to meeting you.

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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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Kirsten approaches therapy from the understanding that each person is a unique individual shaped by—and shaping—their environment. I believe healing occurs through deep reflection, empowerment, and reconnecting with the innate strengths we already carry within ourselves. My work is rooted in supporting the liberation of the spirit and helping clients access their own capacity for growth and change.

She practices from a humanistic, trauma-informed, and strengths-based perspective. Kirsten draws from a variety of therapeutic modalities, including Internal Family Systems (IFS), Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing, tailoring her approach to meet each client’s needs. She is acudetox certified and am currently completing training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).

Kirsten’s goal is to empower you with the tools you need to create lasting change and experience the freedom to live the life you want to live. She strives to provide a safe, collaborative, and compassionate space where you feel seen, heard, and supported throughout your healing journey.

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