Meet The Team
Trauma Specialists
Providing individual and family therapy for trauma, mood disorders, anxiety, and depression
Danielle M. Patterson, LCSW (Executive and Clinical Director) (She/her/hers)
Danielle has worked in crisis services, inpatient and intensive day treatments, a trauma clinic, suicide recovery, and integrated care. She believes in treating the root cause, not just the symptoms. She also believes in treating the whole person to achieve mental, physical, and spiritual well-being. Danielle provides individual, group, and family therapy. Her modalities include trauma-informed yoga, art, DBT, CBT, CBT-E, TF-CBT, TST, EMDR, psychodynamic therapy, sand tray, art, and others. Danielle’s dog, Pippa, sometimes joins sessions.
Accepting new clients: Full
Adding to waitlist: Full
Pippa Patterson (Therapy Dog) (She/her/hers)
Pippa graduated from House of Dog Training Studio in 2022. That same year, she became registered with Alliance of Therapy Dogs. Pippa sees children and adults of all ages. Her modalities include being a living weighted blanket, receiving pets, playing fetch, and going for walks. Pippa works from a strengths perspective and has never met a client she does not love!
Accepting new clients: Full
Adding to waitlist: Full
Rebecca Bianco, LPC (She/her/hers)
Rebecca specializes in family trauma, parenting, and chronic health issues. She has been extensively trained in Trauma Systems Therapy (TST) and has found it to provide the most insight and benefit for youth and families who have experienced significant trauma and who have not benefitted from traditional modalities of treatment. She has also been trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. If you are looking for a therapist who can support your family in understanding the unique challenges faced by children and youth who have experienced trauma, you are in the right place.
Accepting new clients: Yes!
Adding to waitlist: n/a
Coming Soon!
Coming soon!
Accepting new clients: Full
Adding to waitlist: Full
Aki Mori, LSW (She/her/hers)
Aki’s background includes working extensively in childcare as well as serving as a mentor in schools and a program therapist in residential treatment for adolescents and teenagers. She has worked closely with parents, young adults, and adolescents with emotional challenges, behavioral difficulties, and unique problems associated with neurodiversity and trauma. Aki is passionate in providing support to individuals through challenges they face in relationships, self-esteem, identity, life transitions, and learned patterns affecting their way of life.
Aki is excited about working with children ages 10+, parents, and adults. She utilizes a trauma-informed and strength-based lens to honor an individual’s unique story and strengths. Her approach includes EMDR, TF-CBT, TST, CBT, DBT, MI, psychodynamic therapy, and some solution-focused methods.
Accepting new clients: Yes!
Adding to waitlist: n/a
Bridget Garner, LSW (She/her/hers)
Bridget enjoys working with children ages 7+, their caregivers, teens, and adults. Bridget is passionate about using creative and age-appropriate techniques to engage her clients in their therapy sessions. She recognizes that caregivers play an invaluable role in their children’s well-being and strives to equip caregivers with tools to support their children and their own mental health. She utilizes evidence-based modalities including EMDR, TF-CBT, CBT, CBT-E, DBT, TST, and psychodynamic therapy to tailor treatment to the unique needs and personalities of her clients.
Bridget, originally from Louisiana, now calls Colorado home. She loves spending time at her local library and is on a quest to find the best iced coffee in Colorado Springs. In her downtime, she enjoys playing video games, reading, and crocheting.
Accepting new clients: Full!
Adding to waitlist: Not at this time
Reagan Smalley, LPCC (She/her/hers)
She is particularly passionate about working with children and young adults but is thrilled to see clients of all ages. She loves to help people who are currently working through trauma, an ADHD diagnosis, navigating relationships, anxiety, depression, and attachment issues. Reagan is an LGBTQIA+ affirming therapist and strives to make the therapeutic space as safe and comfortable for everyone. She believes that therapy is a collaboration between the therapist and the client where the client is able to freely express themselves and move towards the life they want. She has a passion for helping people learn how to identify and express their emotions so that they can better understand themselves and others. Reagan pulls from various therapeutic modalities to serve her clients, including TST, TF-CBT, EFT, DBT, CBT, and narrative therapy.
Accepting new clients: Yes!
Adding to waitlist: n/a
Kaitlyn Sarna, SWC (She/her/hers)
Kaitlyn is passionate about working with clients who need a safe space to navigate life’s challenges. She understands that everyone has their unique experiences and skill sets, and she believes in developing resilience and empowerment by utilizing a strengths-based approach. Kaitlyn believes our experiences shape us and enjoys learning about an individuals' paths. She is LGBTQ+-affirming and supportive and strives to make the therapeutic environment comfortable. Kaitlyn is the proud spouse of an Army veteran. Outside work, she enjoys weight training and spending time with her family, especially her nephew, and friends. Kaitlyn is a huge Marvel and Harry Potter fan that enjoys watching college football!
Accepting new clients: Yes!
Adding to waitlist: n/a
Jules Cardarelli, MSW, SWC (They/them/theirs)
Before pursuing social work, Jules worked in the field of physical therapy where they developed an interest in the mind-body connection. Working in physical rehabilitation, Jules recognized the significance of mental health and its role in holistic wellness, driving their desire to connect more deeply and facilitate individuals’ emotional healing. Jules enjoys working with adolescents (12+) experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use, eating disorders, and LGBTQ+ issues.
Accepting new clients: Yes!
Adding to waitlist: n/a
Kaytie Blan, LAC, LPCC (They/them/theirs)
Kaytie values creativity during session with clients by supporting them in the exploration of discovering other ways clients can overcome challenges. They are Trauma-Informed, LGBTQ+ Affirming, Neurodivergent Affirming, and Disability Affirming. Kaytie wants to create a space for their client's to feel empowered to grow and explore new aspects of themselves. Kaytie enjoys working with adolescents (7+) and adults. They utilize EMDR, TF-CBT, TST, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, and art interventions with clients to cater the most appropriate treatment to support the client's goals.
Accepting new clients: Yes!
Adding to waitlist: n/a
Skills Development Specialists
Providing individual and family therapy for mood disorders, anxiety, and depression, as well as supportive skill-building sessions for youth and adults
Jessika Allen (She/her/hers)
Jessika is passionate about working with children, teens, and young adults. She provides individual, family, and group services to clients ages 7+. Jessika believes therapy should be a place where clients feel comfortable exploring their thoughts, emotions, and experiences without judgment. Her goal is to make counseling a collaborative process that allows individuals to feel understood and supported throughout their journey. She understands that healing is not linear and approaches each individual with patience and empathy. She believes in providing a space of compassion and being a source of strength and encouragement regardless of where you are in your journey.
Accepting new clients: Yes!
Adding to waitlist: n/a
Destynee Morgan, MSW-I (She/her/hers)
Destynee is Colorado born and raised! She brings warmth, compassion, and joy to otherwise painful and lonely experiences. She is dedicated to helping clients work through their traumatic experiences, mental and physical health issues, family issues, and lifestyle issues. Destynee’s goal is to make sure her clients know that they can count on her when they feel they are alone. She also wants to help individuals work on their journey to better themselves and their lives. Destynee has experience with clients aged ten through adult who are struggling with anxiety, depression, self- harm, suicidal ideation, PTSD, and stressful life changes. She loves Marvel, true crime podcasts, and dogs!
Accepting new clients: Yes!
Adding to waitlist: n/a
Coming soon!
Coming soon!
Accepting new clients: n/a
Adding to waitlist: n/a
Michaela Loven (She/her/hers)
Michaela works with youth, adolescents, groups, and families ages 12+. Michaela lost her mother when she was six years old. Experiencing loss at a young age herself, Michaela is aware that there is no one way to heal. This has made Michaela aware of the various hurdles associated with loss, such as depression, anxiety, trauma, and stress. Michaela enjoys working with families and individuals in a collaborative sense to enhance the therapeutic relationship. It is important to Michaela for sessions to be viewed as a team effort, as well as guiding individuals in building their ideal sense of self to promote autonomy in and outside of sessions.
Accepting new clients: Yes!
Adding to waitlist: n/a
Case Managers
Supporting you and your family with resources, connections to services, referrals, life skills, and more to help you in your healing journey.
Staci Abrams, BA (she/her/hers)
As the founder of a child development program in Uganda and a mentor for young women recovering from trauma, she walked alongside individuals in their darkest moments, offering professional and compassionate support to local children and their families. In Malaysia she worked with immigrant families, supporting them and connecting with their hardships. She has worked in schools in the US and overseas. Staci enjoys working with teens and adults struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, life stressors, and other challenges. She believes true healing is possible through both professional interventions and compassionate support. Staci provides individual and group supportive skill-building, case management, and parent coaching. She is also a friendly face in Club Aspen, our therapeutic after school program for youth!
Accepting new clients: Yes!
Adding to waitlist: n/a
Abby Hopper, BS (she/her/hers)
As a Mental Health Technician, Abby approaches each client with warmth, empathy, and a strong desire to learn and grow alongside the youth, adults, and families she serves. Abby is deeply committed to creating a safe, supportive environment where clients feel seen, heard, and empowered. Abby believes in the importance of building genuine relationships as a foundation for healing and progress. She provides case management, supportive skill-building, and group services from a CBT, DBT, MI, solution-focused, and TST background. Abby is trauma-informed and LGTBQIA+ inclusive. Outside of work, Abby enjoys spending time with her husband, cozying up with her two cats, and lifting weights at the gym. She’s a big fan of iced coffee, slow weekends, and photography.
Accepting new clients: Yes!
Adding to waitlist: n/a
Nathan Huntley, MSW-I (He/him/his)
Nathan’s therapeutic approach is relational, trauma-informed, and strengths-based. He believes that healing starts with being seen and heard and that progress is never linear. Nathan works collaboratively with clients to explore identity, resilience, growth, and more while rooted in the belief that therapy can be most effective when helping the physical, mental, and spiritual aspects of each person. He brings cultural humility, curiosity, and deep presence into the room, creating a space where clients are empowered to lead their own change at their own pace. Nathan is most passionate about working with ages 12+, particularly those navigating trauma, life transitions, identity development, stress, and mood changes
Accepting new clients: Full!
Adding to waitlist: Yes!
Jennifer Heap, BSW-I (She/her/hers)
Jennifer is passionate about working with adolescents, young adults, women, and LGBTQ+ clients, with a focus on building self-esteem, self-determination, and alignment with one’s own truth and values. Her approach is client-centered and collaborative, creating a space where each person feels safe to lead their own healing journey at a pace that feels right for them. She provides case management, supportive skill-building, case management, parent coaching, and group services to children, teens, and adults. Outside of her work, Jennifer is someone who enjoys both sides of life — she loves getting outdoors, but she’s just as happy staying in and being lazy all day.
Accepting new clients: Full!
Adding to waitlist: Yes!