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Anca Niculae, LMFT
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and have been practicing for over 15 years. I am trained in The Nurtured Heart Approach, EMDR II, Brainspotting II, and the Gottman Approach Level II.
I enjoy working with all ages and issues, and am very comfortable addressing issues related to trauma, relationships, parenting, addictions, sexuality, and major life changes. I work from a whole-person perspective, and can help guide you through learning many life skills, including understanding and managing your emotions, becoming more intentional in the use of your time, as well as improving your relationships, budgeting, sleep, nutritional eating, and exercise routine.
I use mindfulness, DBT and CBT skills, and can find it beneficial to include your religious, spiritual or personal culture beliefs in our work. Although I’m perfectly capable and more than willing to practice self restraint in my sessions, I do tend to use a whimsical sense of humor, can be very direct and to the point, and often use colorful language as needed, mostly for emphasis and playful punctuation.
Renée Pigsley, LPC
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, and particularly enjoy working primarily with adults struggling with religious deconversion, religious trauma, cult recovery, LGBTQ+ issues, and eating disorders. I draw from both a psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) approach. I find that the psychodynamic aim of understanding our childhood experiences and unconscious processes provides helpful motivation and framework for challenging maladaptive and self-sabotaging thoughts.
I moved here recently from Omaha, NE after falling in love with Fort Collins. When I'm not working, I'm probably losing track of time in my garden, hiking, or otherwise outside.
Dr. Brooke Schneider, D.O.
I am an adult, child and adolescent psychiatrist, and I work from a whole-person perspective. During my medical training, I gained experience with complementary and alternative modalities including osteopathic manipulative medicine, cranial therapy, and holistic approaches to illnesses, both physical and mental, with a focus on restoring wellness. As an osteopathic physician, I keep these osteopathic principles at the core of my practice: “the person is a unit of body, mind, and spirit”, and “the body is capable of self-regulation, self-healing, and health maintenance”. My goal in working with children and families is to provide tools to increase balance and wellness, so that the body and mind can self-heal.
Serenity Psychiatry 970.449.2508
Dr. Emily Richter, PhD
Dr. Emily Richter received her Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from the University of Northern Colorado and her M.A. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Colorado. Dr. Richter is a licensed psychologist in the state of Colorado. She has experience working with adults and teens with issues including anxiety and mood disorders, compulsive disorders, addictions, and personality disorders. She specializes in the treatment of eating disorders and trauma. Dr. Richter is trained in a number of therapeutic modalities, including EMDR, CBT, DBT, psychodrama, and psychodynamic therapy. Dr. Richter values the therapeutic relationship, instillation of hope, and optimism around recovery. Her clients appreciate her sense of humor, genuineness, and candid approach to therapy.
Julie A. Derry, Ed.d, MS, LPC
I have close to two decades of experience helping clients establish and maintain a healthy weight and improve body image/self-esteem, as well as several years working with clients with eating disorders. I have completed my Mastery Level I certification in Trauma Dynamics, which can help us with clearing out any obstacles in your life.
Christi Piker, MA, LPCC, EMDR Trained
As humans we experience suffering; this in itself is not a problem. However, sometimes unpleasant states of mind, body, heart and soul become overwhelming or unbearable. I support clients in exploring the potential causes and conditions impacting their sense of self, relationships, and color the world around them.
My training is rooted in Buddhist psychology. I have over 12 years of contemplative practice and professional experience in the mental health field. I offer a holistic approach that is generally compassion-focused, trauma-oriented, attachment-based. I especially enjoy working with clients who self-identify as HSP (highly sensitive people). We may choose to bring in other approaches and perspectives to explore metaphysical and spiritual realms; like tarot cards and guided intuitive inquiries. We’ll cultivate greater awareness & acceptance of your lived experiences; while honoring your unique social locations, and circumstances that bring you to seek therapeutic support.
More freedom and ease of being are possible! I encourage you to show up exactly as you are with whatever you’ve been holding and want to heal.
Marilyn MacIntyre, LMFT
I have worked for over two decades with individuals, couples and families on issues ranging from anxiety, depression and challenging life events, premarital therapy, significant marital disruptions and families in crisis. My goal is to help you find your strengths and help you recover a balanced life.
Karyn Steenstra
Karyn moved to Fort Collins nearly nine years ago from Maine and she has found the best of both worlds! Immediately upon relocating, she found her way to Peak Pilates in Boulder where she earned her Comprehensive Certification in 2008.
Pilates is a form of exercise where you will strengthen and stretch your muscles while using balance and proper alignment. You will explore how to locate and activate your deep core muscles to help alleviate back pain and other complaints with a variety of exercises.
Phoenix Rising Pilates 970.222.3802
Tiana Sexton, RDN
Tiana is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist. Tiana specializes in gastrointestinal disorders including- IBS, SIBO, functional constipation, GERD and gastroparesis. My passion is to help you reach your nutrition and mental health goals without sacrificing the foods you love.
I believe that strength can be found in partnership and collaboration, and I am here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can explore the connection between the foods you eat and the way you feel. We use your personal preferences, your goals, and your nutritional needs to create a long-term, sustainable lifestyle.
CEI LAMBERT
Meadowlark Tattoo is the private tattoo studio of Cei Lambert. Cei (pronounced "Kay"-- it's ancient Welsh) creates custom body art with a focus on nature and scientific-illustration. Cei’s practice is values-driven, with a strong focus on communities who have historically felt excluded from tattoo and body art spaces. Cei uses his multidimensional career experience to inform his tattoo work— from trauma-informed care strategies to quality draughtsmanship and fine art.
Meadowlark Tattoo 303.909.2313
Insta: @meadowlark.tattoo
kailey Brennan, L.Ac.
I am a licensed acupuncturist and nationally-recognized diplomate in Chinese medicine. My practice involves the use of osteopathic assessment methods, acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, bodywork (Chinese medical massage and craniosacral therapy), lifestyle guidance, and dietary recommendations. I have trained in various approaches to the practice of acupuncture, including 5 Element, TCM, and gentle, non-insertive Japanese styles. I work in a collaborative process with my patients to develop a treatment plan that meets their short and long term health goals. I have been working one-on-one with individuals for close to twenty years, providing a supportive and growth-oriented approach to health and well-being.
“You can’t go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the ending.”