I am a Licensed Social Worker and Psychotherapist with a Masters Degree in Social Work from Metropolitan State University. I hold a wide variety of certifications including certifications in: Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Emotional Freedom Technique and Thought Field Therapy.  I have worked in schools with youth in mental health roles, conducting groups and individual sessions, and with adults in nonprofits and private practice settings. I believe strongly in contributing to the community. I seek to give back to my community through my work with the United Nations Association of Boulder County, where I sit on the board, supervise interns, and co-chair the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Committee. I believe in a humanistic approach that values each individual for their inherent self-worth and wisdom. I use a largely non-authoritative style that works on guiding you towards your own truth through a series of open-ended questions, somatic and mindfulness based tools, and focused attention in a safe and accepting relational environment. I specialize in parenting challenges, family systems, relationships, depression, anxiety, stress, self esteem, and PTSD. I believe that no one is “broken” we just get “stuck” in different states or patterns and, like stepping in deep mud, we all need help getting “unstuck” from time to time. It is my honor and privilege to offer a hand when you find yourself stuck knee deep in the muck.

Accepted Insurances: Medicaid, Aetna, Friday Health Plans, Beacon, Cofinity/Health First, Medicare

Hi, I’m Lara (she/her). I am a Licensed Professional Counseling Candidate and earned my M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling through Adams State University. After working two years in a college counseling center providing outpatient therapy, I worked for several years as a crisis therapist in which I helped people navigate the darkest and scariest moments of their lives. Supporting individuals through challenging times is both a deep honor and a great passion of mine, and I view my role as a therapist to be that of a metaphorical spelunking guide. Spelunking refers to the exploration of caves. Metaphorically, we often find ourselves in therapy when we feel lost in the dark caves of suffering, which can be both tremendously terrifying and painful, but it is also an opportunity to discover the treasures and beauty in our life experiences. It can be difficult to navigate our inner worlds alone, and having a guide to both accompany us into the depths and help us learn the skills and tools can be the key to finding our way back to the light. I meet my clients where they are but rely heavily on my training in DBT, ACT, Depth Psychology, and Somatic Psychotherapy to support individuals in their journeys of healing and self-discovery. 

Accepted Insurances: Medicaid, Aetna,  Anthem, United, Beacon, Cofinity/Health First, Medicare Pending