We’ve Got Some Changes Happening … A Few New & Exciting Things Going on Around the Practice.

Studio B is now open!

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My Office is now located within Studio B:

1305 Escalante Dr. #203 | Durango, CO 81301

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I’ve got a new Yoga and Psychology Program coming up

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I was just published in the International Body Psychotherapy Journal Spring/Summer 2020 Volume.

Check out more information on the Programs and Publications page

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What I do …

• Therapy

I blend psychology with physical exercises for whole-person healing and utilize  non-medical (Somatic, Behavioral, Cognitive, Social) approaches to mental and physical health issues. My goal for you is to feel more grounded, empowered and inspired to live your life motivated and balanced everyday.

• Wellness Coaching

Often, people are looking to make a change, need help adhering to a new, healthier behavior, want a physical program to compliment mental health treatment, or are looking to take their fitness performance to the next level. Wellness coaching can make the difference.

• Personal Development and Growth Strategies

Where do you want to go? Through analysis of your current behaviors, we can incorporate changes that support the life you want to lead, not the one you were handed. To do this, we set concrete goals, develop strategies to reach those goals and establish timelines to track your progress.

Why I do what I do …

My mission is to help you see the beauty that lies within. I want you to be inspired everyday. I work to help you find balance in your daily life, allowing you to become the best version of yourself.

By healing past wounds we embrace the core of who we are and who we want to be. Using a variety of modalities, I work to inspire you on your personal journey. This work allows you to take control of your life, empowering you to be fearless as you embrace your path. No matter what you are dealing with, there is always an option – out or around it.

Next steps … 

Contact me today and take the first step toward health, wellness, healing old wounds, and becoming the best you can be.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist, licensed addiction counselor, certified personal trainer, and certified nutrition coach. My clinical practice seeks to capitalize on the positive impact of physical exercise for psychological health.

Education & Experience:

• Licensed Clinical Psychologist, State of Colorado # PSY0004577
• Licensed Addiction Counselor, State of Colorado # ACD0001032
• PhD – Clinical & Somatic Psychology, The Chicago School of Professional Psychology
• Master of Science – Community Counseling, University of Wisconsin – Superior
• Bachelor’s of Science – Kinesiology, Texas A&M University – Corpus Christi
• Member, United States Association for Body Psychotherapy
• Member, American Psychological Association
• Hakomi Comprehensive Training Graduate
• EMDR trained
• Athletics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA), Certified Personal Trainer & Group Exercise Instructor
• AFAA personal trainer certification specialist for 9 years

Areas of Expertise:

• Trauma and Stress Disorders
• Dissociative Identity Disorder
• PTSD
• Depression
• Anxiety
• ADHD
• Bipolar disorder/mood disorders
• Eating disorders
• Personality disorders
• Addiction
• Obesity related issues
• Non-medical treatments for pain management
• Non-medical chronic disease management

Commonly used therapy modalities include, but not limited to:

• Hakomi Method
• Dialectical Behavior Therapy
• Body Centered Psychotherapy
• Sensorimotor Psychotherapy
• EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy)
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
• Solution Focused Therapies
• Motivational Interviewing
• Narrative Therapy 

My philosophy …

To inspire, motivate,  and help you become balanced and brave. 

I view my role as your guide. You have the map to your life’s path and my job is to help you read that map. Humans are pack creatures and our brains are wired for connection. As a result, when you have someone you trust to help you think through ideas, concepts and possible life directions, you make better decisions.

I want to inspire and motivate you to change your life … not the life you were handed, the one you want.

To find everyday inspiration, we must be balanced. We require a balance of work and play, time alone, social connection, activity and rest. Together, we examine your life balance and make adjustments for optimum well-being.

I have experience working with all age groups from children through adults, including couples and families. I aim to create individualized programs that include exercise, diet and effective coping skills to address a variety of mental health concerns.

Research …

My research interests include how the endocrine system, heart rate variability, ATP, musculature, skeletal system, and the microbiome are impacted by both psychological stress and physical exercise and how physical activity may work to address both mental and physical symptoms for comprehensive health.

Please request an appointment or fill out the form below and I will get back to you at my earliest opportunity. I work to respond to messages within two business days, and I look forward to hearing from you.

Please note:  I check and respond to my business phone, text messages, secure messages via the portal, and email during office hours. My availability to respond to messages during office hours is dependant on my scheduled appointments and is not an instant messaging system. I do not check my work email, text, secure message portal, or business phone on weekends, evenings and cannot do therapy over regular email as it is not HIPPA compliant.

As noted above, I work to respond to all messages during office hours and within 2 business days. As a result of my in-session schedule, I may not be able to respond quickly to your messages. If you are having a mental health emergency/crisis, please call 911 or your local crisis line (Durango/La Plata County, CO: 970-247-5245) for immediate assistance and support.

Interested in getting started? Request Appointment or connect using the form below:

*I work to respond to messages within 2 business days, if you have not heard back from me, please reach out again. Something may have gone wrong with the original message delivery, and I may not have gotten it.

You may also visit superiorworkout.com & superiorbalance.com  where I help clients optimize their mental and physical well-being or at stacyrd.com,  my blog about psychology, trauma and physical exercise.

#FitnessPsychologist #SuperiorBalance #SuperiorWorkout

• Therapy Options

Therapy sessions come in all different sizes. Traditional therapy begins with an intake appointment. This is typically a 90-minute session, but may be shorter or longer, and gives us the foundation for the treatment process to follow. Individual therapy sessions can be done in person or online. These sessions are typically 50 minutes long.

Sliding fee scales are available and most insurances are accepted. Please contact your insurance carrier(s) prior to our first appointment to determine if I am covered as an in-network or out-of-network provider in your plan and your co-pay responsibly. Co-pays are due at the time of the appointment.

After completing an intake appointment, rates for therapy services range from $75-$225. Hourly rates begin at $150.00/50 minute session. I also offer shorter sessions for those interested in a 30 ($75) or 45 ($112.50) minute session. 90 ($225) minute sessions are also available if you would like a longer session. I am willing to negotiate my hourly rate based on circumstances and the situation at hand. Please contact me to discuss your current situation and need. 

• “Checking In” Sessions

Once we get started on your path, you may find you need a “check-in” to stay on track with your goals. These shorter sessions range from 10-30 minutes in length and I offer these in person, online, email, phone, and via text messaging for focused feedback.

At your intake, we will discuss “check-in” options, timing, pricing, and confidentiality concerns.

These sessions are not typically covered by insurance and begin $25.00 for a 10-minute check-in. Please contact me for more information if you would like to participate in “check-in” sessions.

• Wellness Coaching 

In addition to traditional psychology services, I also offer fitness and wellness coaching. These sessions may look like therapy or personal training depending on the needs and goals of the client.

Fitness and Wellness Coaching packages can be found at superiorworkout.com

Other services, such as psychological assessments, reports, legal proceedings, case consultation with outside parties, etc., need to be discussed prior to working together. Fees are determined by the situation at hand and estimated time commitment.

• Professional Consultation and Supervision

I provide case consultation and clinical supervision opportunities to providers looking to work through a case, enhance their therapy practice, or obtain licensure. My master’s degree work was in cognitive and behavioral therapies, and my Ph.D. focused on somatic psychology in addition to clinical psychology client presentations and psychological testing. These sessions are available in personal or online video.

I have experience working with:

• Personality disorders
• Adults
• Complex trauma presentations
• Addiction issues
• Children (as young as age 4)
• Couples
• Families
• Non-medical treatments for:
  • Chronic disease management
  • Personal health goal attainment
  • Pain management

I am trained in:

• Somatic psychology modalities
• EMDR
• Hakomi
• Motivational interviewing
• Cognitive therapies
• Behavior therapies and practices
• Solution-focused therapy models
• Using physical exercise as a mental health treatment

In my work history, I have been an:

• Adult therapist
• Integrated behavioral health provider
  • Including a school-based integrated health provider
• Child and adolescent therapist
• Crisis therapist
• Acute treatment unit therapist (short term inpatient):
  • including assessing involuntary hold/certification status. 
• Group facilitator
  • DBT
  • Process focused
  • Substance use disorder groups
• Personal training/group exercise instructor

I have supervised:

• Adult therapists
• Integrated behavioral health providers
• Substance use disorder practitioners
• Child and adolescent therapists
• Case managers
• 24-hour staff through the rotational on-call supervisor
  • Crisis, detox, and acute treatment unit

I am licensed as a Clinical Psychologist and have completed all training for the Colorado Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC, anticipated date of license approval: June 2018). I have also participated in multiple supervisor training opportunities over the years, as well.

Fees for supervision are based on the situation and time needed. Please contact me to inquire about options for a formal supervision relationship.

Contact me to get started and have your questions answered.

For many, booking the first appointment is the hardest. If you are ready to get started, you have three options to choose from:

1) I offer a free 15-minute meet and greet. This session is designed for you to “interview” me about my therapeutic approach and background. During this time I may ask you about your treatment needs and goals, however, this brief session is not a therapy session. We can meet over the phone, Skype, or in person.

2) If you feel you are ready to start therapy, give me a call to discuss availability.

Typically this is a 60-minute appointment, however, it may be scheduled for a different length depending on your needs. In this session, we will review your treatment needs, goals and personal history. This will help you make sure you get appointments when it best fits your schedule and time lines for your treatment.

In the event you would like to get started before I have a new client opening, I have provided a list of resources and a therapist referral list to help you get the treatment you need.

3) Looking for health and wellness coaching? We can start with a 15 minute meet and greet or an hour assessment appointment. Assessments help us find your baseline starting point so we can accurately program your wellness goals. We can meet over the phone, in person, or via Skype. These sessions are typically not covered by insurance.

The online scheduling calendar and messaging system is provided via a HIPPA secure website. Current clients can create a client profile, request appointments, and cancel or change appointment times. Then, I will be able to review your request and approve or offer an alternative to the requested appointment times. Reminders are sent via email and text messaging.

Prior to beginning therapy I will ask you to review my practice policies and privacy policy. Please plan to review these  documents prior to your first appointment and we can review any questions together.

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