2018-2019 Intern Therapists

 

Claire Phillips
Claire Phillips, Naropa Contemplative, MA expected 2019, Intern Therapist
 
Claire is committed to helping people discover their innate strength and wisdom through strength-based, mindfulness approaches that increase self-awareness, promote a sense of well-being, and respect each individual journey. Claire welcomes whatever arises for a client, listening compassionately, remaining present and steady, and integrating her experiences of motherhood, living abroad, and teaching art education into the session. She creates bonds rooted in kindness and patience, creating a safe environment to grow at one’s own pace, while inviting exploration of external and internal experiences. Claire recognizes the therapeutic relationship’s ability to empower clients to move toward recovery and healing.

 

Rachel Seely, Naropa Contemplative, MA expected 2019, Intern Therapist
 
Rachel offers an actively contemplative approach to the growth and healing of body, mind and spirit. She works with the inherent potential and movement of body/mind toward wholeness, guiding others to their own natural intelligence and well-being. Based on deep listening and an authentic presence Rachel creates safety and openness to explore pain and suffering with greater awareness and friendliness. Her experience as a postpartum doula, interfaith hospital and hospice chaplain, as well as her many years of practice and training in mindfulness, help her support those in times of transition, conflict, and uncertainty. Rachel trusts in the power of connection and present moment experience to help co-create meaningful change, embodied wisdom, and personal resourcing to integrate back into daily life.

 

Devan Pope
Devan Pope, Naropa Contemplative, MA expected 2019, Intern Therapist
 
Through a heart-centered and client directed approach, Devan creates a space of non-judgment and radical acceptance where clients can explore their most difficult emotions and life experiences. A masters candidate in Contemplative Psychotherapy at Naropa University, Devan uses his understanding of brain chemistry, neurobiology, energy psychology and emotional regulation techniques to empower clients towards self-acceptance, stress management, and greater fulfillment in life. Devan welcomes clients from all socio-cultural backgrounds and walks of life, but has particular interest in working with clients with a history of trauma, identity issues, spiritual or religious concerns and members of the LGBTQ* community.

 

Frances Lacson
Frances Lacson, Naropa Somatic Psychology: Dance/Movement Therapy, MA expected 2019, Intern Therapist
 
Frances is a registered psychotherapist and PACT Level I trained couple therapist who believes that healing starts when we feel safe in the presence of another. Thus, she is committed to providing a warm, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space to support clients in times of emotional hardship and conflict. Frances’s approach to therapy is rooted in patience, collaboration, and kindness. As a somatic and dance/movement therapist in training, she is attentive to how the body, mind, and emotions are interconnected. She incorporates body-centered awareness and movement to help clients access their innate strengths and deepen their understanding of themselves and their relationships. Frances is passionate about cultural diversity and culturally competent practices and is an advocate for equitable access to services in the mental health care system.

 

Jen Taylor
Jennifer Taylor, Naropa Somatic Psychology: Body Psychotherapy, MA expected 2019, Intern Therapist
 
Jen is a registered psychotherapist in Colorado whose approach to working with clients is collaborative, relational, strength-based and somatically oriented. As a body psychotherapist and play therapist in training, she believes that exploring the wisdom and language of the body can help client’s understand themselves and their issues in a deep and novel way. Trauma, relationship difficulties, and mental health struggles can make individuals feel isolated and alone- Jen has a true desire to connect authentically with each client, helping individuals to find healing in relationship. Jen has experience in working with clients of all ages, and believes strongly in the wisdom of the body, the power of play, and the ability to heal in connection with another.

 

 
Benjamín Zegers, Naropa Contemplative, MA expected 2019, Intern Therapist
 

Benjamín has been practicing as a licensed psychotherapist in Chile for four years. He is passionate about human relationships and how they foster healing, empowerment, and nourishment. This informs his therapeutic approach, and his values of cultivating strength, kindness, and compassion. With experience teaching mindfulness to various populations, he believes in the capacity of human beings to find the courage to relate to and be present with the challenges of life. Benjamín has a strong intention of welcoming transitions, exploration of identity, interpersonal conflicts, addictions, trauma, and any suffering you might be experiencing. As a bilingual therapist and a native Spanish speaker, he welcomes the exploration of diversity.

Benjamín ha ejerció en Chile como psicoterapeuta licenciado durante cuatro años. Le apasionan las relaciones humanas y cómo fomentan la curación, el empoderamiento y la nutrición. Esto informa su enfoque terapéutico y sus valores de cultivar fuerza, amabilidad y compasión. Con experiencia enseñando Mindfulness a varias poblaciones, él cree en la capacidad de los seres humanos para encontrar el coraje para relacionarse y estar presente con los desafíos de la vida. Benjamín tiene una fuerte intención de dar la bienvenida a las transiciones, la exploración de la identidad, los conflictos interpersonales, las adicciones, los traumas y cualquier sufrimiento que tu puedas estar experimentando. Como terapeuta bilingüe y hablante nativo de español, le da la bienvenida a la exploración de la diversidad y a quien quiera buscar ayuda.