“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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“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.

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“You alone are enough…”- Dr. Maya Angelou

Five Strengths: Connectedness, Empathizer, Adaptability, Learner, Responsibility.

Megan’s background is working with youth and adolescence both as a school social worker and community based mental health clinician. Megan LaChance completed her Master of Social Work from Simmons University in Boston in 2019 and is an LCSW, working on LAC (addiction counseling) licensure. Megan’s work has focused on addiction, self-harm, domestic violence, sexual assault and various other forms of trauma.

Megan is trained in EMDR (Eye movement and desensitization reprocessing), Trauma-focused CBT, DBT, (dialectical behavioral therapy) SFT (solution focused therapy), person-centered, mindfulness and strengths-based therapies and is currently working on her synergetic play therapy certification.

Megan’s therapeutic approaches are trauma-informed, strengths-based and person-centered.

Megan moved to Leadville in 2020 and enjoys rafting, skiing and camping with her family.

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“Journeying together with regard. Growth manifests.”

Daniel is a dedicated Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate. Holding a Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Daniel has worked with diverse populations, helping individuals with depression and anxiety. His approach is rooted in empathy, active listening, and fostering a collaborative therapeutic relationship that empowers clients to achieve their personal goals.

With a strong foundation in Humanistic Theory & Therapy, Daniel emphasizes creating an environment where clients feel heard and valued. His practice is shaped by his use of Person-Centered Therapy where he fosters a non-judgmental, empathic space where clients can explore their thoughts and emotions freely.

Daniel offers individual Grief Counseling to Adults and Older Adults, including those mourning the loss of loved ones, coping with terminal illnesses, or adjusting to life-altering changes. Private Pay Only.

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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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“I am large, I contain multitudes” (Whitman)

Five Strengths: Empathizer, Believer, Restorer, Strategist, Learner

Jess Wolinsky specializes in working with youth and adolescents as they navigate this wondrous and challenging stage of development. As a former educator, Jess has 15 years of prior experience as a teacher and school leader earning a Master’s of Arts in Teaching from Brown University and a Master of Arts in English from Middlebury College. Since 2020, Jess has transitioned from working with youth in the classroom to supporting their mental health journeys more broadly. With a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Antioch University, Jess has work experience seeing clients in a community mental health clinic and in a school-based health center. Jess feels passionately about supporting youth navigating the challenges of early life and adolescence. Her theoretical framework focuses on synergetic play therapy, somatic experiencing, IFS (internal family systems), CBT (cognitive-behavioral therapy), and EMDR (eye-movement desensitization and reprocessing) therapies.

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