Taylor, LPC^Crisis Services Director
Taylor is a native of the Roaring Fork Valley and is passionate about supporting the community she grew up in. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Northern Colorado before completing her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Adams State University.
Taylor began her career providing crisis support at a residential treatment facility for youth, where she discovered a passion for crisis work and helping individuals navigate challenging moments. She has continued this work throughout her career, bringing compassion, experience, and a strong commitment to serving others.
Taylor is grateful for the opportunity to give back to the community that has always been home and is dedicated to helping individuals feel supported, heard, and empowered through difficult times.
Casey M., M.Ed.^Interim Crisis Operations Manager
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.
Cathy S., LCSW^Crisis Clinical Supervisor
Cathy is from small town Missouri, and graduated from the University of Missouri with a Masters in Social Work. Her undergraduate degree is in Gender Studies from Union Institute & University. She moved to rural Eagle County in 2019. Prior to Aspen Hope Center, Cathy worked as a crisis clinician for Your Hope Center in Eagle County. She worked in community mental health as an outpatient manager and crisis team supervisor in the metro area. She also has experience working with severe mental illness in a state hospital and with victims and survivors of violence in a rural domestic and sexual violence center. In her free time, Cathy is a devoted furbaby mama to her dog and cat, enjoys hiking the hills around her home, and loves a good book with a cup of tea.