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M.A. Counseling
I received my masters degree in Counseling from Adams State College in 2007. I was drawn to the counseling field by one of the most important principles that I live by, which is, "make the world a better place."
I became licensed as a professional counselor in 2010 and a certified addiction counselor (level II) in 2018. My philosophy of counseling is compassionate, nonjudgmental, multi-cultural, person-centered and trauma-informed. Having been through some very challenging experiences in my own life, I have come to have some understanding of how hard life can be at times and how important it is in those times to stay connected on a human level. In that connection, I believe, is where growth and healing can occur.
I also believe in the healing power of nature, which is a significant reason I have been happy to call Durango my home, and my community, since 1998.