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I earned my Master of Arts in Counseling from Regis University after many years in the corporate world, where I learned how heavy life can feel when we try to carry everything alone. My own therapy experience showed me the power of being met with empathy and presence, and that continues to inspire the work I do today.

I strive to create a warm, grounded space where you can show up exactly as you are. Whether you are exploring your past, navigating a challenge, or simply feeling stuck, we will move at your pace and in your process. I draw from Person-Centered Therapy, CBT, DBT, and Mindfulness and tailor each session to your unique needs.

I work with teens (16+) and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, life transitions, and corporate burnout. As an LGBTQIA+ ally, I offer a safe space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings.

If you are ready, or even just curious, I would be honored to support you.

Education:

Regis University – Masters of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, 2024

Metropolitan State University of Denver – Bachelors of Arts Degree in English and a Minor in Psychology, 2012

Specialties:

ADHD

Adolescents, 16+

Anxiety

Bisexual, Lesbian, LGBTQ+

Career Burnout

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Coping Skills

Depression

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)

Dual Diagnosis

Life Transitions

Mood Disorders

Mindfulness

Person Centered Therapy (PCT)

Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum

Relationship Issues

Self Esteem

Stress

Trauma

Women’s Issues

I’m a social worker with diverse clinical experience across community, forensic, and family settings. I’ve supported teens, individuals, families, and couples as they navigate difficult life transitions, foster deeper self‑understanding, and process past experiences that influence present behaviors and emotions. I create a warm, empathetic space rooted in trust and genuine connection, as I believe this is an essential foundation for change. Together, we’ll tailor therapeutic methods to your unique life story and goals. Whether we challenge unhelpful thought patterns, re-author difficult narratives, build practical coping tools, or deepen your relationship dynamics, the work is collaborative, respectful, and strengths-based.

Specialties:

Anxiety, depression, trauma recovery, relationship concerns, life transitions, criminal behavior, and identity/self-esteem building. LGBTQIA+ and Neurodivergent.

Modalities:

CBT, DBT, solution‑focused, narrative, integrative/holistic, client‑centered, trauma‑informed, psychoeducation, and integrative behavioral couples therapy.

Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate with a vast variety of skills and experience working with many people from different walks of life- from little kiddos who need help adjusting some behavioral struggles; to teens working through stress, anxiety, or depression; to adults navigating more of life’s difficult hardships and transitions.

Education/Training:

Capella University: Master of Science- Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Metropolitan State University of Denver: Bachelor of Science- Psychology

ABA

Specialties:

Person- Centered Therapy

Multicultural Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy

Play Therapy

Applied Behavioral Analysis/ Autism

Relationship and Interpersonal Conflicts/ Issues

Substance Use Disorder and/or Issues

Trauma/ Abuse

LGBT+ Issues

Depression/ Anxiety/ Stress

Grief/ Loss

I am a counseling student with a drive to empower my clients to clients to heal, rebuild, grow, thrive, and face life’s challenges with resilience. As a first responder, I am passionate about fire, EMS, dispatch, law enforcement, and military veteran communities. I believe my clients possess the tools they need to thrive. With work and exploration, we can develop resilience, coping skills, and growth. I take trauma-informed, cognitive-behavioral, choice theory, and mindfulness-based approaches to therapy.

Education:

• Marshall University-Master of Arts- Clinical Mental Health Counseling
• Marshall University-Violence, Loss and Trauma Counseling, Graduate Certificate (VOLT)
• Colorado Christian University- BA in Political Science with a Minor in History

Specialties:

• CBT
• Trauma
• Grief/Loss
• Mindfulness
• Reality Therapy
• Tabletop Role Play Therapy/Narrative Based Role Play Therapy

Credentials:

Metropolitan State University, Master of Social Work, 2024

Georgia College and State University, Bachelor of Special Education, 2015

Experience/ training:

• Concentration year Graduate Student (10 months at Oak Tree working with clients)
• ABA, CBT, DBT
• 5 years as a child/adolescent behavioral training and intervention lead (school-based)
• Youth Mental Health First Aid and trauma-Informed response

Specialties:

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
• Child behavioral support
• Dialectical Behavioral Therapy skills
• Solutions Focused
• Communication skills
• Child play therapy / mindfulness
• Family systems
• ADD/ADHD
• EBD
• Autism
• Dyslexia
• Developmental Delay
• Cognitive/emotional disability
• Anxiety/Depression (mild – moderate)
• Grief
• Trauma
• Stress
• Self-esteem building
• Relationship challenges

Licensed professional counselor with a variety of experiences and skills. Helping people increase their self-understanding and reduce the conflict and emotional pain in their lives has been a lifelong pursuit for me, starting long before I chose to make it my vocation.

Since 2011, I have helped people from adolescence to retirement age tackle a wide range of mental health issues, including mood disorders, generalized anxiety, relationship conflicts, and complicated grief. My work is informed by numerous therapeutic frameworks, including psychodynamic models, cognitive-behavioral therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and experiential approaches. The strategies and techniques utilized will be based on your unique story, goals, and needs. The hallmark of my approach is the desire and ability to deeply and fully understand your specific challenges and what it will take to overcome them.

I have a particular affinity for working with people who struggle with depression, anxiety, and low self-esteem. I am passionate about helping individuals, couples, and families discover healthier and more constructive ways of communicating and interacting with one another. Some of my most rewarding work has been with clients who had been in therapy for years and considered themselves hopeless. A line from an Eagles song captures what I have seen to be true: So oftentimes it happens that we live our lives in chains, and we never even know we have the key. I firmly believe that with the right blend of support and challenge, almost anyone can change unworkable patterns in his or her life.

Education

• Masters of Science- Clinical Mental Health
• Bachelor of Science- Psychology

Specialties

• Narrative therapy
• CBT
• Solution-focused
• Multi-cultural
• Person-centered
• ADHD
• Depression/Mood
• Anxiety
• Trauma
• Self-esteem
• Individual therapy
• Couples therapy
• Family *Systems theory
• Human Development
• Experiential Therapy
• Grief
• Psycho Education
• Anti-violence
• Conflict resolution
• Relationships

Dr. Schlegel’s approach to therapy is pragmatic, client focused, and employs a variety of clinical interventions that target problematic behavior, cognitions, and emotional dysregulation. He takes advantage of treatments that are evidence-based, and favors interventions that address the range of factors that contribute to personal adversity. His therapeutic style is marked by mutual collaboration, fresh perspective taking, active teaching, and warm humor. He is committed to tailoring strategies to build upon client strengths while meeting each client’s unique qualities, concerns, and circumstances. Providing the direction needed to not only cope, but to “own” challenges and strengths. Dr. Schlegel sees adults, and adolescents with a variety of issues for mental health assessments. Clients may have struggles with anxiety or depression, PTSD, learning difficulties such as Attention Deficit Disorder and Learning Disabilities (problems with reading, writing, or math). Comprehensive assessments are provided for cognitive and intellectual functioning, ADHD, learning and memory, academic achievement, and medical clearance (gastric bypass, persurgical). Dr. Schlegel offers therapy to adolescents and their families for depression, anxiety, grief and loss, childhood behavior problems and anger management, and social skills training. Issues • ADHD • Addiction • Alcohol Use • Anger Management • Behavioral Issues • Bipolar Disorder • Career Counseling • Child or Adolescent • Chronic Pain • Coping Skills • Divorce • Drug Abuse • Dual Diagnosis • Emotional Disturbance • Family Conflict • Gambling • Grief • Infidelity • Internet Addiction • Learning Disabilities • Life Coaching • Marital and Premarital • Men’s Issues • Obesity • Parenting • Peer Relationships • Relationship Issues • School Issues • Self Esteem • Sexual Addiction • Sleep or Insomnia • Sports Performance • Stress • Substance Use • Trauma and PTSD • Traumatic Brain Injury • Video Game Addiction • Weight Loss