Nervous system activation and becoming stuck in patterns of fight/flight/freeze is a core problem for sensory neurodivergent youth. I support my clients with an innovative, holistic approach that offers effective treatment with non-traditional short-term therapy methods. Many clients report feeling better within the first few sessions, and graduate therapy with a deeper understanding of themselves, their nervous system and how to respond to activation in healthy ways. 

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Another core struggle is challenges with socializing and building relationships, particularly for autistic youth. I teach my clients about the differences between neurodivergent and neurotypical communication styles, and how to navigate them with an empowered mindset. I also teach skills to overcome social anxiety, improve communication around boundaries, and how to build/maintain healthy relationships. 

Instead of spending years "talking it out," I work with you to resolve the root cause of your suffering through nervous system recovery, building coping skill/strategies, lifestyle changes (such as diet, exercise, and sleep habits), and spiritual connection. Feel better soon, not years from now.

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Learn more by filling out the contact form today! Click here.

What they are -

Packages are targeted towards specific mental health goals, coping skill/strategy building objectives, and lifestyle or habit change targets. Packages come in bundles of six, eight, and twelve.

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How they work -

After completing a free discovery call and determining we're a good match, we meet for a full psychological assessment to evaluate your needs and goals.

Then over the next session, we will collaboratively create your treatment package with research-proven interventions, outline specific mental health goals, and coping skill/strategy targets. At the end of session, we'll schedule your session dates.

Then you'll complete the package as planned. You pay as you complete each session.

Our last session is dedicated to reviewing goals and learning objectives, and planning next steps after package completion.

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Please note, you are not legally obligated to finish packages and can end treatment whenever is right for you.

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FEES -

• $175 / 45 min or $350 / 90 min

• $40 an hour extra for multi-person session (typically for families or couples on behalf of the primary client)

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INSURANCE/HSA -

• I work as an out-of-network provider. This means clients pay for sessions the day of service, and then seek reimbursement through their insurance out-of-network benefits. Please reach out to your health insurance directly to verify your benefits.

• You may also pay for services using a Healthcare Savings Account.

OFFICE LOCATION:

48 CR 250, suite 8, Durango, CO 81301

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APPOINTMENT HOURS:

Tuesdays | 3pm - 7pm

Wednesdays  |  3pm - 7pm

Thursday | 3pm - 7pm 

Friday | 3pm - 7pm

Saturdays  |  10am - 12pm |  3pm - 7pm

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I am on a mission to serve the communities I represent and have a deep connection with. I personally identify as neurodivergent, white/Latinx, pansexual, demisexual, genderqueer, Highly Sensitive Person with ADHD/autistic traits, an empath, and am polyamorous. I am passionate about working with these populations and helping them to feel seen, understood, and validated.

Below you'll find brief examples of various treatment packages. Each package is tailored to the individual client.

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6 Session Package for Reducing Anxiety 

45-minute sessions, biweekly

• Learn the stress and trauma responses of our human nervous system, including anxiety, panic, and depression.

• Build mindfulness-based coping strategies, such as breathwork, grounding, and movement exercises.

• Rewrite dysfunctional thinking patterns that cause anxiety w/ trauma-informed CBT tools.​

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8 Session Package for ADHD Support

45-minute sessions, weekly

• Stop nervous system pattern of "overdrive, then collapse" (aka hyper and depressive episodes) through building nervous system recovery skills.

• Use of Motivational Interviewing's Stages of Change model for improved habit change.

• Learn the ICNU model to build task initiation skills. I (interest) C (challenge) N (novelty) or U (urgency).

• Gain skills to improve perfectionism, procrastination, and lack of motivation patterns.

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12 Session Package for ND Education

45-minute sessions, weekly

• Learn about the four main traits of neurodivergent people.

• Get preliminary assessments for ADHD and Autistic traits and diagnosis. 

• Build strategies to break out of fight/flight/freeze patterns that keep us locked in meltdown/collapse patterns.

• Learn about the differences between ND and NT communication styles, and how to navigate them.

• Change lifestyle habits to reduce chronic stress, such as diet/hydration, exercise, and sleep habits.

12 Session Package to Build Executive

Functioning Skills

45-minute sessions, biweekly

• Learn about the twelve kinds of executive functioning tasks, and evaluate areas of weakness.

• Build task initiation skills with the ICNU model. I (interest) C (challenge) N (novelty) or U (urgency). 

• Build strategies to break out of fight/flight/freeze patterns that make our executive dysfunction worse.

• Change lifestyle habits, such as diet/hydration, exercise, and sleep habits, to reduce stress and improve executive functioning.

• Improve habit change with Motivational Interviewing's Stages of Change model.

(720)312-3278

phoenix@theartofselfhealing.org

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I am currently under supervision for my LCSW license. My supervisor is Elena Davis, LCSW. Elena specializes in working with complex trauma, somatic therapies, LGBTQ+, and neurodivergence. She provides me excellent supervision and consultation. If you need to reach Elena for any reason, please do so at (720)988-5620.