Stress Resources

Managing Stress and Finding Balance

Everyday stress can build up until it affects your health, relationships, and peace of mind. Explore practical resources for managing stress and building habits that support a more balanced life.

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Stress can feel like a heavy, invisible backpack full of obligations and worries. It's exhausting, and it can be difficult to move forward. The goal of counseling isn't to get rid of the backpack immediately. It's to help you gently unpack it, one item at a time, so you can feel lighter and more confident. We believe you have the power to live a life that is full and rewarding, and we are here to help you get there.

Sometimes, a counselor is like a personal trainer for your mind. We'll help you get to the root of your stress, so you can stop living in a state of high alert. We'll give you a new toolkit of strategies, from mindfulness to relaxation techniques, so you can learn to calm your nervous system. You can take control of your emotions and live a life that is not controlled by stress.

Stress is a natural part of life, but when it becomes overwhelming, it can feel like a constant, noisy chatter in your mind. You may struggle with a lack of sleep, a lack of focus, or a feeling of being overwhelmed. It's a lot to handle, and it's completely normal to feel this way. We'll provide a safe space for you to process your emotions without judgment. We believe in your capacity to live a life that is full and rewarding.

Good stress, or "eustress," is like a healthy motivator that helps you get things done, like the feeling you get before a big presentation or a first date. Bad stress, or "distress," is a negative force that can have a significant impact on your mental and physical health. It's when the stress feels out of control and you're constantly living in a state of high alert. We can work together to help you find a new way to live.

Meet Our Counselors & Nurse Practitioners

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Katelynn Pucci, LPC
Katelynn Pucci, LPC
LPC.0022149, CO

I specialize in working with high-achieving individuals who are looking to make authentic and sustained positive changes to their lives.

Rahel Girma, MA. LPCC, NCC
Rahel Girma, MA. LPCC, NCC
LPCC.0023595, CO

My name is Rahel, and I hold an LPCC license in the state of Colorado. I work with clients of all ages and backgrounds, providing caring and effective therapy services.

Gianna Carleo, LPCC
Gianna Carleo, LPCC
LPCC.0023682, CO

I work to create a warm, inviting space where clients feel safe to show up exactly as they are. My approach centers on exploring your internal landscape—your emotions and values.

Maria Roncalli, LPC
Maria Roncalli, LPC
LPC.0014297, CO

We all need support, someone to listen to us with an open and nonjudgmental mind, someone to assist us in reorganizing our thoughts.

Sierra Brown, LCSW
Sierra Brown, LCSW
CSW.09932834, CO

Being able to feel safe with other people is probably the single most important aspect of mental health; safe connections are fundamental to meaningful and satisfying lives.

Jessica Wong, LPC
Jessica Wong, LPC
LPC.0013464, CO

Emotional pain can make us feel alone and stuck in the past, where negative events overshadow the present and leave us feeling trapped with no way to move forward.

Retta Smith, MA, LPCC
Retta Smith, MA, LPCC
LPCC.0024275, CO

Hi there! I believe therapy works best when it feels real, human, and collaborative. I show up as my authentic self and invite my clients to do the same.

Macie Cisneros, LPC, NCC
Macie Cisneros, LPC, NCC
LPC.0023977, CO

Hello, my name is Macie, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate with 12 years in the behavioral health field.

Deja Howard, MSW, SWC
Deja Howard, MSW, SWC
SWC.0000000592, CO

I strongly admire all that social work represents, from relationship building, self-determination, and skill-strengthening.

Shannon Hamm, LPC
Shannon Hamm, LPC
LPC.0011400, CO

You’re on a journey of growth and healing, and I’m here to support you with truth and hope every step of the way.

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