Sara, LCSW^Crisis Clinician
Sara is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who comes to the Roaring Fork Valley from the Wasatch Mountains of Utah. Since earning her MSW in 2022, Sara has practiced as a therapist and supervisor in outpatient mental health care at the University of Utah, treating PTSD, grief, depression, and anxiety.
Drawn to the Roaring Fork Valley to be closer to family, big mountains, and a close-knit community, Sara is committed to becoming part of the community by serving it. She is passionate about supporting the area by understanding local resources, building strong relationships, and connecting individuals to the support they need. As a crisis clinician, Sara embraces the role of mental-health first responder and values being on the front lines of the social work profession.
Outside of work, she enjoys exploring the outdoors with her husband, son, and two dogs—whether on the trail, on skis, or on a bike.
Rachel, LCSW^Crisis Clinician
Rachel is a licensed clinical social worker who grew up in Baltimore, Maryland. She moved to the Roaring Fork Valley in the summer of 2025, taking a leap towards a life surrounded by outdoor beauty and activities. With a background in crisis intervention, trauma-informed care, and community mental health, Rachel is passionate about helping people access timely, compassionate support when they need it most.
Her approach is grounded in the belief that “we’re all human and need each other.” She hopes to meet every person with warmth, clarity, and respect—especially during moments of uncertainty or overwhelm. Both in her private practice and in joining the Aspen Hope Center, Rachel hopes to help people feel seen, supported, and connected to mental health services that can foster safety and healing.
Outside of work, you can find her exploring local trails with her husband of 13 years and two large pups, enjoying quiet moments by the water, playing board games, reading or discovering new places to eat and have fun in the area.
Katheryn^Crisis Clinician
Katheryn (Kat) was born and raised in Aspen, Colorado, with the mountains being her first love and playground. She went on to attend Hastings College in Nebraska for her bachelor's degree and fell in love with psychology. She returned to complete her Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Naropa University in Colorado. Kat has worked with various populations including high-risk youth in residential treatment, young children with and without autism, and adults in detox; and she’s experienced in case management and support groups. Her mission is to incorporate the wisdom of the communities and people with which she works to provide person-centered care. Kat enjoys spending time outside (preferably hiking or running), building and tending to her LEGO collection, reading books, watching movies, and caring for her many plants.
Matt, LCSW, LAC^ PRN Crisis Clinician
Matt grew up in Taos, New Mexico and graduated from Hobart and William Smith Colleges with a BA in Psychology and a Minor in Child Advocacy in 2010. He earned a Master’s in Social Work from Hunter College in 2014. Matt began his career as a school clinician in New York City before moving to the Front Range of Colorado, where he obtained his LAC and began working in various community mental health programs specializing in crisis management and dual diagnosis therapy.
Matt’s mission is to support individuals in crisis, guiding them toward stability and resilience. He believes this process begins with youth through prevention and interventions and, in order to be successful, we must incorporate parents and community resources. Matt’s extensive experience includes direct client care and leadership in supervisory roles, where he has mentored and guided other clinicians in best practices. He is committed to fostering environments where individuals can heal and thrive, reinforcing the importance of community and connection in the process.
Having been raised in a small, close-knit community where the idea of “it takes a village” was front and center, aligning perfectly with the mission of Aspen Hope Center. He believes his experience can best serve people in smaller communities, helping them grow and connect; and he looks forward to being involved professionally and personally in the Roaring Fork Valley and surrounding areas. An avid skier, biker and triathlete, Matt is passionate about the outdoors and feels that personal growth requires a connection with both the place and the people around oneself.
Taylor, LPC^Crisis Clinician
Taylor is native to the Roaring Fork Valley. She obtained her Bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of Northern Colorado. She went on to complete her Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Adam's State University. She started crisis work at a residential treatment facility for youth and found a passion for it there. She has continued crisis work throughout her career and has a love for helping the community in which she grew up.
Lexi, MS^Crisis Clinician
Lexi earned her BS in Psychology from the University of Southern Indiana, then went on to complete her MS in Forensic Psychology from Arizona State University in August 2023. Lexi has been working in the mental health field since September of 2020, and most recently fell in love with the work she did as a crisis responder at her local community mental health center. She did not always know that she wanted to work in the mental health field, but as she completed her degrees and gained more experience, there was something unique that drew her to crisis services — the fact that she was helping pull people out of some of the darkest moments of their life and reminding them that their life is worth living and that people do care, even if they are just a stranger. Lexi recently relocated to the Roaring Fork Valley to join the Aspen Hope Center team. Given the hard work associated with crisis services, Lexi enjoys spending her off-time with her dog Ocean and with her family, as well as exploring nature and learning more about her surroundings. Most importantly, Lexi is looking forward to exploring the local hiking trails and creating her home in the Roaring Fork Valley.
Casey M., M.Ed.^Crisis Clinician
Casey is a mental health professional who transitioned from central Pennsylvania to the scenic Roaring Fork Valley. Her academic journey began with an undergraduate degree in Business and Communications. Her initial engagement in event sales hinted at her knack for connecting with people and facilitating meaningful interactions which led her to pursue a graduate degree in Educational Leadership with a specialization in School Counseling. Upon completing her academic endeavors, Casey found her true calling within the mental health field where she found herself drawn to crisis intervention, recognizing the profound impact she could have in supporting individuals during their most challenging moments. This specialization became the cornerstone of her career as a mental health professional.
Outside of her professional endeavors, Casey is an avid enthusiast of outdoor activities. Whether it's hiking through picturesque trails, skiing down powdery slopes, or simply soaking in the natural beauty that surrounds her, Casey finds solace and joy in the great outdoors.
Casey R., MA^Crisis Clinician
Casey graduated with her Master’s Degree in Psychology in 2021. Throughout school, she gained experience in a myriad of mental health environments to shape her perspectives. Such roles include serving as a recovery coach in a transitional vocational and residential program for individuals with mental health and substance use histories, residential program supervision for individuals with autism, crisis intervention casework for inpatient hospitalization in Philadelphia during the pandemic, and co-response in Mesa County. Her self-care regimen includes hiking with her dog, practicing yoga and anything in the kitchen.
Jillian, MA, LPCC^Crisis Clinician
Jillian was born and raised in Canyon, Texas. She attended Texas Tech University in Lubbock, Texas, where she earned a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise and Sport Science and a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Counseling. Jillian has experience working with individuals from all walks of life. She grew up playing sports and has a love for the outdoors. She enjoys hiking, snowboarding, water sports, swimming, and all the activities associated with water. She is adventurous and always open to trying new and exciting things. If she is not working, you will find her outdoors. Jillian recently relocated to Colorado with her two Australian shepherds. She is passionate about mental health and works as a crisis clinician with the Garfield County team.
Jacob, LPC^PRN Crisis Clinician
Jacob grew up in southeast Virginia and chose his first career path in architecture and design. Sitting behind a computer all day didn't sound that exciting so he chose to focus on the human side of things, how we interact and the relationships we build with the world and systems around us. For his undergraduate degree, he went to Christopher Newport University and majored in childhood psychology, minoring in religious studies.
After traveling for some time, Jacob then enrolled at Prescott College for his Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, with a concentration in Adventure Based Therapy. Jacob has been in the crisis field since 2014 and wants to continue to support people in finding adaptive and systemic ways to help them overcome crisis situations. He also really likes coffee and exploring outside.
Lauren, LPC^Crisis Clinician/Therapist
Lauren was born and raised in New Jersey and ventured to New Orleans to complete her undergraduate studies at Tulane University, where she earned a Bachelor’s of Science in Psychology. She later pursued her graduate education at the University of Denver, and she received a Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology with a concentration in Clinical Mental Health and specialization in Addictions.
As a grad student and clinical intern, Lauren provided outpatient therapy to adults, emergency mental health services to clients with diverse presentations, and intensive case management to individuals with severe persistent mental illness in assisted case care settings. She briefly returned to the East Coast to work in Manhattan and the Bronx supporting individuals experiencing mental illness and housing insecurity through transitional case management.
Drawn back to Colorado, Lauren returned to the Roaring Fork Valley. Since 2019, she has continued her dedication to supporting individuals through their most challenging moments in her role as a crisis clinician. She has extensive experience with suicidal ideation, high-risk behaviors, harm reduction, trauma, fatalities, and co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.
Lauren is a Licensed Professional Counselor who recognizes the individuality of each client and their experiences. She integrates evidence-based approaches—Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy—to align treatment with personal goals, needs, and values.
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