Aislinn Pinela^Community Resource Navigator
Angie attended Metro State College in Denver, Colorado. With 22 years in finance, office management and sales, she specializes in and appreciates diversity in her job. She works well under pressure and is very committed to completing projects in a timely manner. Angie thoroughly enjoys working with nonprofit organizations.
Angie and her husband Chris are Colorado natives, and live in Rifle. They have two sons and one daughter. They enjoy supporting their children’s dreams of sports, dance and school projects. Their oldest son is joining the Navy after graduation and they are proud and excited for this opportunity for him to serve our country and travel. They love camping, hunting, fishing and taking their jeep off-road, especially in Moab.
Casey R., MA^Crisis Clinician/Beacon of Hope IOP Mental Health Provider
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.
James Shanahan, LSW^Therapist & Crisis Clinician
James has lived on and off in the Roaring Fork Valley since 2015 and first came to Colorado in 2011. A dedicated instructor, James has been teaching winter sports full time every winter since
then. Living this seasonal life is difficult, and James decided to pursue a Master’s of Social Work from the University of Denver to gain the skills to better support his community. He is passionate
about meeting people where they are and aiding them in living their best lives in this incredible mountain environment. He knows first hand the struggles to make a life in the RFV work, and seeks to utilize therapeutic modalities to help people understand and define their dreams and obstacles.
James is a Licensed Social Worker working towards full clinical licensure. He has experience with substance use and medication assisted treatment (MAT). He utilizes CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Narrative Therapy, as well as movement based and mindfulness techniques.
You’ll frequently find James on a bike, in the water, or on the mountain. He also enjoys the quieter pursuits of yoga, video games, and cooking.
Jelena Rahm^Therapy Program Intern, Master’s Level
Jelena Rahm is a Marriage and Family Therapist Intern who brings deep empathy and real-world experience to her work with couples, adults, and families. After earning her MBA from George Washington University, Jelena spent over 25 years in the marketing and sales world, honing her communication skills and a keen ability to understand people’s stories and motivations.
During a personal turning point, Jelena worked with an LMFT that helped her reshape her own family system with grace and compassion. Inspired, Jelena began training to become an LMFT in 2021. With a clinical focus on couples therapy, mindfulness-based approaches, and family systems work, she integrates models such as Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), the Gottman Method, and Internal Family Systems (IFS) to help clients explore emotional bonds, build practical relationship tools, and develop inner clarity.
Jelena now resides in Basalt with her husband, their daughter, and two beloved dogs - a labradoodle and a bernedoodle. Whenever possible, she’s outside: hiking, gardening, or walking miles through the natural beauty of the Roaring Fork Valley - the one place that always felt like home.
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Katheryn, LPCC^Crisis Clinician/Therapist
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.
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Kelly Cooper, LPC, LAC^Therapist
Kelly graduated from Florida State University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and Sociology. After graduation, she traveled the world studying human and animal behaviors. Kelly lived in New Zealand for a year, where she worked with the endangered Kiwi birds. She became interested in the intersections of human and animal survival behaviors. She traveled to Nepal and worked alongside Sherpas and yaks while learning about mental health in the Everest and Annapurna regions. She moved to Hawaii and worked at a Horticulture therapy program where she learned more about Wilderness Therapy and ceremony. While working with mustangs and wolves, she found a passion for animal-assisted therapy. She graduated with her Master’s Degree in Wilderness Therapy from Naropa. Kelly has been a wilderness guide for the past 10 years where she incorporates her yoga teacher training from Kripalu, PSIA-Professional Ski Instructors of America, AASI-American Association of Snowboard Instructors, Rope’s Course Critical Skills, Wilderness First Responder, and Leadership development skills to help facilitate both external and internal growth. Kelly is a Licensed Professional Counselor and has specialized in crisis work since 2016.
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Laura, LPC^Crisis Clinician/Therapist
Laura moved to the Roaring Fork Valley from Austin, Texas with knowledge and experience in mental health crises. Laura attended Penn State University (We Are…!) for her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and Texas A&M University for her Master’s of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Laura is a retired military spouse with a deep understanding and respect of our armed services, veterans and their families. Laura is passionate about trauma-informed care and is mindful of the challenges those who have experienced trauma face.
Having served as a clinical advocate and therapist for high-risk adults and adolescents with pervasive mental health and substance use issues, Laura brings experience working in crisis management. She is skilled in the treatment of trauma, borderline, schizoaffective, Depression, Anxiety and Bipolar Disorder. She has experience in treatment planning, crisis and management, diagnostic evaluations, group therapy, individual therapy, case management and client advocacy. She is passionated about supporting individuals through crisis response and therapy.
Laura’s self-care regimen includes spending time with her family, hiking, road trips, exploring new places and adventures, listening to music and podcasts, cooking and storytelling.
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Lindsay Selig, LPC^Therapist
Lindsay is a Nationally Certified Counselor and Licensed Professional Counselor with over 15 years of experience supporting children, adolescents, and adults in both school and clinical settings. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Michigan State University and a Master’s degree in School Counseling from the University of Northern Colorado. Her background as an elementary and middle school counselor shaped a strong commitment to prevention, early intervention, and helping individuals build practical coping and life skills. Lindsay uses a person-centered, strengths-based approach and incorporates skills from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and motivational interviewing to support emotional regulation, resilience, and overall well being.
Lindsay moved to Carbondale in 2014 with her husband and two sons and values the sense of connection and community in the Roaring Fork Valley. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, doing yoga, hiking, camping, skiing, creating art, working on puzzles, and reading. She is passionate about creating a warm, supportive space where clients of all ages feel heard, understood, and empowered to navigate challenges and foster meaningful growth.
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Rachel Matheson, LCSW^Basalt High School Clinician/PRN Crisis Clinician/Beacon of Hope IOP Mental Health Provider
Rachel grew up in Glenwood Springs and is very happy to be back living in the Roaring Fork Valley. She earned an Associates of Arts degree from Colorado Mountain College, a Bachelors of Arts degree in Psychology from Fort Lewis College and a Master of Social Work degree from Colorado State University, and recently earned her LCSW certificate. Rachel uses techniques including motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, narrative therapy and somatic therapy; and she focuses on the strengths and unique experience of each person with whom she works. As a school-based clinician, Rachel will support the mental wellness of students and the school community to the best of her ability. She believes in the power of listening, resilience, mindset, curiosity and the impact that experiences and environments can have on people.
Rachel loves hiking with her dogs, spending time on the river, snowboarding, hanging out with her family and rock climbing.
Stephanie Gorman, LCSW^Therapist/Beacon of Hope IOP Mental Health Provider
Stephanie was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois but she fell in love with the Roaring Fork Valley at a very young age when she grew up traveling here with family. She attended the University of Chicago Crown School of Social Work, Policy and Practice and graduated with a Master's Degree in Social Work in 2019. Since then, she has worked with children, adolescents and adults in various settings including schools, outpatient mental health clinics and nonprofit agencies. Stephanie is passionate about increasing access to mental health services for populations who may have limited access to these resources. Her approach to therapy is trauma-informed, holistic, and strengths-based. Her areas of focus are anxiety, depression, complex/chronic trauma, LGBTQ+ and grief/loss. Stephanie connects with her clients with compassion and curiosity, and she is honored to be a part of each and every client's journey as they engage in therapy to create a life that aligns with their unique values. Outside of work, Stephanie enjoys skiing, hiking, reading, and spending time with her partner, son, and toy Australian shepherd.
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Suzanne Bober, LSW^Therapist
Suzanne is an Licensed Social Worker who provides collaborative, individualized therapy grounded in compassion, curiosity, and practical skill-building. Drawing from evidence-based approaches, she helps clients better understand their patterns, develop effective coping strategies, and build greater confidence in navigating life’s challenges. Suzanne supports adults and teens experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship and parenting concerns, and significant life transitions. She tailors therapy to each client’s needs, creating a supportive space for meaningful insight, growth, and lasting change.
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