Welcome Staff
Madeline Ramsey
- Program and Administrative Coordinator
- She/Her/Hers
Education/Training:
- Graduate Certificate in Public Health Sciences, Colorado School of Public Health, Denver, CO
- Bachelor of Arts in Sociology, CU Boulder, Boulder, CO
- Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology, CU Boulder, Boulder, CO
Stephanie Villegas
- Mental Health Services Front Desk Supervisor
- She/Her/Hers
Education/Training:
- Bachelor’s in Business Administration, UNM, Albuquerque, NM
Luann Schilling, RDH
- Counseling Front Desk Support
Education/Training:
- Associate of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene, Pueblo Community College, Pueblo, CO
Travis Vickers
- Patient Access Specialist
- He/Him/His
Ginny Laahs
- Training Administrative Assistant
Counseling Year-Round Clinicians
Myria Davis, LPCC
- Assistant Director of Diversity and Multicultural Counseling Services
- She/Her/Hers
Education/Training:
- Master’s of Arts in Couples and Family Therapy/Counseling, University of Northern Colorado, Greeley, CO
- Bachelor’s of Science in Psychology, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
Professional Interests:
- Multicultural/Diversity Issues
- Racial Identity Development
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Gender Affirming Care
- Interpersonal Relationship Conflict
- Conflict Resolution
- Substance Use, Alcohol and Other Drugs
- Strengths-Based Skills Building
Beit Gorski, LPC
- Senior Staff Counselor
- Xe/Xem, Elle
Education/Training:
- Masters of Somatic Counseling Psychology, Naropa University, Boulder, CO
Professional Interests:
- Trauma
- Attachment
- Anxiety
- Depression
- PTSD
- LGBTQ
- Life transition
- Gender Identity Development
- Psychosis
- Autism
- Multicultural Counseling
- Racial Identity Development
Adam Sargent, Ph.D.
- Director of General Counseling Services
- He/Him/His
Education/Training:
- Licensed psychologist
- Doctor of Philosophy – Counseling Psychology, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, Colorado
- Master of Science (MS) Counseling Psychology, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO
- Bachelor of Science (BS) Psychology, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO
Professional Interests:
- Relationship Issues
- Interpersonal Issues Group Therapy
- Identity Development
- Existential Concerns
- Gender Identity
- Anxiety and Depression
Cyndi Hurd, MPH, LCSW
- Assistant Director of Academic Year Counseling Services
- She/Her/Hers
Education/Training:
- Masters of Social Work, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA
- Masters of Public Health, Boston University, Boston, MA
Professional Interests:
- Anxiety disorders
- Grief and loss
- Transgender health
- LGBTQIA+
- Life transitions
- Chronic illness
- Solution focused
Andrew L. Brimhall, Ph.D.
- Assistant Director of Training and Group Services
- He/Him/His
Education/Training:
- PhD in Counseling Psychology, Ball State University, Muncie, Indiana
- MA in International Psychology, Alliant International University, Mexico City, Mexico
Professional Interests:
- Multiculturalism and Diversity
- International Students
- Sexual & Gender Minorities
- Issues Related to Sex & Sexuality
- Men’s Issues
- Couples Counseling/Family Systems & Relationships
- Trauma
- Behavioral Health
- Alcohol and Other Drugs
- ADHD Assessment & Treatment
Aki Hosoi Ph.D.
- Associate Director; Training Director; Senior Staff Psychologist
- She/Her/Hers
Education/Training:
- Licensed Psychologist
- Doctor of Philosophy, Counseling Psychology, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, Colorado
- Doctor of Philosophy, Biology, University of California at Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, California
Professional Interests:
- Veterans
- Couples Therapy
- Culturally Diverse Populations
- Trauma
Karen Eichel, LPC, NCC
- Interpersonal Violence Counselor, Senior Staff Counselor
- She/Her/Hers
Education/Training:
- Licensed Professional Counselor
- Master of Education and Human Resource Studies: Counseling and Career Development with an emphasis on College Counseling, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO
Professional Interests:
- Interpersonal Violence (domestic violence, intimate partner violence, sexual assault, sexual harassment, stalking, childhood sexual abuse, human trafficking)
- Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
- Trauma
- Self-compassion
- Sexual healing
- Interpersonal relationships
- Family systems
- Gender and sexuality
- Attachment
Helen F. Bowden, Ph.D.
- Coordinator of Eating Disorder Services; Senior Staff Psychologist
- She/Her/Hers
Education/Training:
- Licensed Psychologist
- Doctor of Philosophy, Counseling Psychology, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida
Professional Interests:
- Disordered Eating/Body Image
- Learning Disabilities (AD/HD)
- Trauma
- Identity and Multicultural Exploration, Chronic Pain/Health Conditions
- Mood and Anxiety Disorders
- OCD
- Spiritual Exploration
- Self-Esteem/Self-Compassion
- Bilingual (Spanish)
- LGBTQ+
Kawana Williams, MA, RMT
- Mental Health Counselor
- She/Her/Hers
Education/Training:
- The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, Counseling Ed & Supervision, Chicago, IL
- Master of Art, St. Xavier University, Chicago, IL
- Bachelor of Music, Fisk University, Nashville, TN
Professional Interests:
- Women’s Health
- LGBTQIA
- Anxiety
- Relationship Issues
- Holistic/Alternative Healing Modalities (Yoga, Keiki, Crystal Therapy, etc.)
Steve Okiyama, Ph.D.
- Senior Staff Psychologist
Education/Training:
- Licensed Psychologist
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Clinical Psychology
- Fuller Graduate School of Psychology, Pasadena, California
Professional Interests:
- Mood Disorders
- Depression, Anxiety, Family of origin concerns, Men’s issues, Multicultural/Diversity issues, Racial Identity Development Models
Karen Fox, BS
- Program Facilitator DAY Programs
- She/Her/Hers
Education/Training:
- Bachelor of Science, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, Colorado
Dee Colombini, MA, LPC, LAC
- Senior Staff Counselor
Education/Training:
- Licensed Professional Counselor
- Licensed Addiction Counselor
- Master of Arts
- Counseling Psychology
- University of Missouri-Columbia
Professional Interests:
- Alcohol and Other Drugs
- Anxiety
- Body Image/Eating Disorders
- Co-dependency
- Depression
- Existential Issues
- LGBTQAI+
- Grief & Loss
- Interpersonal Relationships
- Life Transitions
- Trauma
Jesse Wolf, PsyD
- iTEAM Senior Staff Psychologist
Education/Training:
- Psy.D., William James College, Newton, MA
Professional Interests:
- Dialectical Behavioral Therapy
- Suicide and Self-Injurious Behavior
- Eating Disorders
- Borderline Personality Disorder
- Trauma
Jeff Nepute, PhD
- iTEAM Senior Staff Psychologist
- He/Him/His
Education/Training:
- Licensed Psychologist
- Ph.D., Colorado State University, Fort Collins, Colorado
Professional Interests:
- Dialectical and Behavior Therapy
- Borderline Personality Disorder
- Suicide and Self-Injurious Behavior
- Substance Use/Abuse
- Men’s Issues
- Psychotherapy Effectiveness
Allegra Lyon, PhD
- iTEAM Senior Staff Psychologist
- She/Her/Hers
Education/Training:
- PhD, University of Northern Colorado, Greeley, CO
- B.A., University of Colorado, Boulder, CO
Professional Interests:
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy
- Suicide and Self-injurious Behavior
- Trauma
- LGBTQ+/Queer Populations
- Self-compassion
- Substance Use
- Culturally Diverse Populations
- Disordered Eating/Body Image
Pam McCracken, LCSW, MAC
- Senior Staff Counselor
- She/Her/Hers
Education/Training:
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- Master of Social Work, University of Kansas, Lawrence, Kansas
- Masters in Addiction Counseling
- DBT Certified
- Recovery to Practice Certificate NAADAC
Professional Interests:
- Alcohol and Other Drug Use/Abuse
- Recovery
- Grief and Loss
- Interpersonal Relationships
- Anxiety/Depression
- Transitions
- Identity
- Family of Origin Issues
Chris Leck, LCSW, CAC II
- Director of Specialty Counseling Services
- He/Him/His
Education/Training:
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- Bachelor of Arts, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN
- Master of Social Work, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO
Professional Interests:
- Relationships
- Men’s Issues
- Drug and Alcohol Use/Abuse
- Sexual Orientation
- Gender Identity
- Mood Disorders
- Grief/Loss
- Purpose and Meaning
Jenny Brandsma, LPC
- Associate Director, Clinical Director; Senior Staff Counselor
- She/Her/Hers
Education/Training:
- Licensed Professional Counselor
- Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology, University of Denver, Denver, Colorado
Professional Interests:
- Childhood Sexual Abuse/Incest
- Physical and Emotional Abuse
- Sexual/Romantic Orientation
- Gender Identity
- Race and Ethnic Issues
- PTSD
Academic Year Clinicians
Apple Liu, MA, LPC
- Academic Year Counselor
- She/Her/Hers
Education/Training:
- Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate
- MA in Counseling, New Mexico State University, Las Cruces, NM
- BA in Creative Writing, New Mexico State University, Las Cruces, NM
Professional Interests:
- Group Facilitation
- Trauma and Resilience
- Family of Origin and Self Actualization
- International Students Advocacy
- Womanhood
- Motherhood
- Boundaries
- Mindfulness
- Spirituality
- Grief and Growth
- Self-love
- Forgiveness
Alice Moore, Ph.D.
- Academic Year Counselor
- She/Her/Hers
Education/Training:
- Doctor of Psychology, Consciousness and Spirituality, Graduate Certificate in Organizational Leadership, Saybrook University, Pasadena, California
- Master of Social Welfare, UC Berkeley, Berkeley, California
Professional Interests:
- Intergenerational/Transgenerational Trauma
- Trauma reduction strategies
- Interpersonal Violence
- Crisis Intervention
- Grief
- Loss and bereavement
- Humanistic and transpersonal psychology
- Multicultural counseling-DEIJ Advocacy
- DBT/CBT and Mindfulness Practices
Cyndi Hurd, MSW, MPH, LCSW
- Academic Year Counselor
- She/Her/Hers
Education/Training:
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- Master of Social Work, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Master of Public Health, Boston University, Boston University, Massachusetts
Professional Interests:
- Anxiety Disorders
- Grief and Loss
- Transgender Health
- Chronic Illness
- Life Transitions
- Solution Focused
Laura G. Templet, LCSW
- Academic Year Counselor
- She/Her/Hers
Education/Training:
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- Social Work Fellowship
- Karl Menninger School of Psychiatry and Mental Health Sciences
- Master and Bachelor of Social Work, University of Kansas, Lawrence Kansas
- Certified Trauma-Information Treatment Clinician
- National Child Traumatic Stress Network
Professional Interests:
- Adoption
- Anxiety/Depression
- Autism
- Crisis Intervention
- Family Systems/Family of Origin
- Feminist/Women’s theory
- LGBTQIA+
- Masculinity/Men’s issues
- Mindfulness Practices
- PTSD
- Solution Focused
- Spirituality/Religion
- Strength-Based, Trauma
Becca Ogilvie, LPC, ATR-BC
- Academic Year Counselor
- She/Her/Hers
Education/Training:
- Licensed Professional Counselor
- Board Certified Art Therapist
- Master of Arts in Art Therapy, The George Washington University, Alexandria, VA
Professional Interests:
- Cognitive Behavorial Therapy (CBT)
- Art Therapy
- Anxiety and Related Disorders
- Obsessive- Compulsive and Related Disorders
- Eating Disorders
- ADHD
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
Michael Sewell, M.A., LPCC
- Academic Year Counselor
- He/Him/His
Education/Training:
- Bachelor of Arts, Colorado College, Colorado Springs, CO
- Master of Arts, University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL
Krista Nyce, LPCC
- Academic Year Mental Health Counselor
- She/Her/Hers
Education/Training:
- Masters of Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling for Schools and Communities, Pennsylvania State University, State College, PA
- BA in Psychology, Eastern Mennonile University, Harrisonburg, VA
Professional Interests:
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Grief and loss
- LGBTQ+
- Self-compassion
- Self-esteem
- Interpersonal violence
- Trauma-informed care
Cyndy Rehberg, MA, LPC
- Academic Year Counselor
Education/Training:
- MA, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Adler University, Chicago, IL
- Licensed Professional Counselor, Colorado- DORA, Fort, Collins, CO
- NCC Counselor, NBCC
Professional Interests:
- Trauma
- Sexual Violence
- Anxiety
- Relationships
- LGBTQ+
Lori Loeb, MA, LPC
- Academic Year Counselor
Education/Training:
- Master of Arts, Counseling Psychology, University of Missouri-Columbia
Professional Interests:
- Body Image and Eating Disorders
- Women’s Issues
- Life Transitions
Rebecca Carpenter, M.S., EdS
- Academic Year Counselor
Education/Training:
- Master of Counseling, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana
- Education Specialist in Counseling, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana
Professional Interests:
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Trauma
- Learning Disabilities
- Substance Use
Becka Ashcraft, M.Ed., NCC, LPC
- Academic Year Counselor
Education/Training:
- Master’s in Counseling and Human Services, University of Idaho
- Peace Circle Through Restorative Practice, Thompson School District
- Peace for Kids, Center for Anti-bullying and Nonviolence
Professional Interests:
- Group Facilitation
- Nature Therapy
- International Students
- Conflict Resolution/Mediation
- Mindfulness
- Anxiety/Depression
- Relationships
- Existential Therapy
Tami Anderson, M.S.
- Academic Year Counselor
Education/Training:
- Master of Science in Marital and Family Therapy, Graduate School of Psychology, Fuller Theological Seminary, Pasadena, California
Professional Interests:
- Relationships (dating, marriage, pre-marriage, family, systems, family of origins)
- Cultural and Cross-Cultural Transitions (acculturation and re-entry) and Intercultural relationships
- Third Culture Kids
- International and Graduate Student Challenges
- Leadership Development
- Personal and Existential Identity
- Spirituality
- Gender
- Sexuality
- Mindfulness
- Yoga for Physical and Mental Health
- Moving Forward in Loss
- ADHA/ADD
Counseling Trainees
Ben Swank
- Masters Intern
- He/Him/His
Education/Training:
- Masters in Counseling (in progress), CSU, Fort Collins, CO
- BA in Economics, University of Redlands, Redlands, CA
Professional Interests:
- Crisis counseling
- Addiction counseling
- Gestalt and narrative theory
Alison Wood, BFA
- Masters Intern
- She/Her/Hers
Education/Training:
- BFA in Acting, Florida State University, Tallahassee, FL
Professional Interests:
- Interpersonal violence
- Sex therapy
- Trauma
- Relationship issues
- Crisis intervention
Joseph Waller, BA
- Masters Intern
- He/Him/His
Education/Training:
- MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (in progress), CSU, Fort Collins, CO
- BA in Psychology, Belmont University, Nashville, TN
Professional Interests:
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Alcohol and other drugs
- Self-esteem
- CBT
- Relationship issues
Sara Mei, BS
- Counseling Practicum I
- She/Her/Hers
Education/Training:
- Bachelor of Science, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Champaign, IL
Professional Interests:
- Mood disorders
- Trauma
- Alcohol and other drugs
- Underrepresented identities
Naomi McFarland, BS
- Counseling Practicum I
- She/Her/Hers
Education/Training:
- Bachelor’s of Science, University of Washington, Seattle, WA
Professional Interests:
- Trauma
- Substance use
- Mood disorders
- LGBTQ+
- Chronic illness
Lefty Hetelekides
- Counseling Practicum I
- He/Him/His
Education/Training:
- MS, William & Mary, Williamsburg, VA
- BA/BS, University at Buffalo (SUNY), Buffalo, NY
Brenna Carter
- Counseling Practicum I
- She/Her/Hers
Education/Training:
- BS in Counseling Psychology, CSU, Fort Collins, CO
- TBRI Trained, Karyn Purvis Institute, Online
Professional Interests:
- LGBTQ+
- Trauma
- Substance use
- Chronic illness
Trudy Tompkins
- Counseling Practicum I
- They/Them/Theirs
Education/Training:
- BA in Psychology, SUNY New Paltz, NY
- BA in Philosophy, SUNY New Paltz, NY
Professional Interests:
- Anxiety
- LGBTQ+
- Trauma
Christine Dunne, MS
- Advanced Practicum
- She/Her/Hers
Education/Training:
- Masters of Science, Psychology, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO
- Bachelor of Arts, Psychology, The College of New Jersey, Ewing, NJ
Professional Interests:
- Women’s health
- LGBTQ+
- Multiculturalism and diversity
- Trauma
- Anxiety and depression
- Identity
Courtney Shields, MS
- Advanced Practicum
- She/Her/Hers
Education/Training:
- Bachelor’s of Science in Psychology, Angelo State University, San Angelo, TX
- Master’s of Science in Counseling Psychology, Angelo State University, San Angelo, TX
Professional Interests:
- Student atheletes
- Domestic violence
- Trauma
- Body image
- Eating concerns/nutrition
Pranali Haribhakti, BS
- Advanced Practicum
- She/Her/Hers
Education/Training:
- Ph.D. Counseling Psychology (ongoing), University of Northern Colorado, Greeley, CO
- B.S. Psychology, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX
Professional Interests:
- Relationship/interpersonal issues
- Navigating cultures
- Trauma
- Discrimination
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Mood disorders
- LGBTQ+
- BIPOC
- South Asian cultural experience
Hannah Brass, BS, RD
- Advanced Practicum
- She/Her/Hers
Education/Training:
- Food Science and Human Nutrition, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO
Professional Interests:
- Eating Disorders
- Body image
- Weight inclusive care
Amira Trevino, MEd
- Doctoral Psychology Intern
- She/Her/Hers
Education/Training:
- MEd, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah
- B.S., Washington State University, Vancouver, Washington
Professional Interests:
- Relational trauma
- Multicultural counseling
- Sexual assault
- Intimate partner violence
- Attachment trauma
- Insidious trauma
Nathan Landers, BA
- Doctoral Psychology Intern
- He/Him/His
Education/Training:
- B.A. in Psychology, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX
Professional Interests:
- LGBTQ+
- Trauma
Maria Jimenez Diaz, MS
- Doctoral Psychology Intern
- She/Her/Hers
Education/Training:
- M.S. in Clinical Psychology, Albizu University, San Juan, Puerto Rico
- B.A. in Community Clinical Psychology, University of Puerto Rico, Cayey, Puerto Rico
Professional Interests:
- Relationship issues
- Trauma
- Mood disorders
- Anxiety
- Personality disorders
- Alcohol and other drugs
- Emerging adults
Mason Blake, MA
- Doctoral Psychology Intern
- He/Him/His
Education/Training:
- M.A. in Sport and Performance Psychology, University of Denver, Denver, CO
- B.Sc. in Sport and Exercise Psychology, University of Roehampton, London, United Kingdom
Professional Interests:
- Relationship issues
- Identity
- Sport and performance
- Mood disorders
- International students
Brooke J. Guarenti
- Post Masters Fellow
- She/Her/Hers
Education/Training:
- M.Ed. in Counseling, Boston University, Boston, MA
- B.A. in Psychology, CU Boulder, Boulder, CO
- Certification in Sport Studies, CU Boulder, Boulder, CO
Professional Interests:
- Trauma
- Community psychology
- Sport psychology
- Substance use
Spencer Poston
- Masters Intern
- He/Him/His
Education/Training:
- Bachelors in Music Education, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO
- Masters in Clinical Mental Counseling, University of Northern Colorado, Greeley, CO
Professional Interests:
- Relationships
- Identity
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Narrative therapy
- Existential therapy
Maddie Egli
- Graduate Student Assistant
- They/Them/Theirs
Alea Acosta, BS
- Masters Intern
- She/Her/Hers
Education/Training:
- Bachelors of Science, California State University, Fullerton, CA
Professional Interests:
- Sport and performance
- Multicultural Counseling
- Trauma
- Grief
- Anxiety
- Depression
Kyrie Lampert, PsyD
- Postdoctoral Fellow
- They/Them
Education/Training:
- PsyD in Clinical Psychology, University of Denver, Denver, CO
- Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology, University of Denver, Denver, CO
- Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, University of Wisconsin, Madison, WI
Professional Interests:
- LGBTQ+ populations
- Interpersonal dynamics/relationship concerns
- Identity development
- Trauma
- Attachment
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Substance use
Jesselyn DeFilippo
- Post-Masters Fellow
- She/Her/Hers
Education/Training:
- MA, University of Northern Colorado, Greeley, CO
- BFA, University of Oregon, Eugene, OR
Professional Interests:
- Trauma
- Depression
- Anxiety
- PTSD
- Internal Family Systems
- Substance Use