Riley Cochran is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Addiction Counselor in the State of Colorado. He obtained his Masters in Clinical Mental Health from the University of Denver's Counseling Psychology Program. He is also a NAADAC Addiction Counseling National Minority Fellowship Training Program Fellow.
Riley is passionate about helping disconnected youth and families heal and reconnect with themselves and each other. He specializes in working with young people struggling with anger, attachment and abandonment wounds, trauma, grief, defiant behaviors, and disruptive and aggressive behaviors. He has worked at the highest levels of care in a number of different inpatient residential facilities, as well as a variety of outpatient treatment settings, bringing an individualized approach and thorough understanding of people and their unique healing journeys.
In his work with teens and young adults, Riley practices with a focus on attachment, trauma, and interpersonal dynamics, using a combination of Motivational Interviewing, Interpersonal Process Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Narrative Therapies, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Riley’s a Colorado native and diehard Colorado sports fan. Outside of work, you’ll find him embracing the great outdoors
Dasha is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Addictions Counselor in Colorado. She earned her Master’s in Social Work from the University of Denver, and has over ten years of experience working with an assortment of behavioral health issues in a forensic setting. Her specialty areas include anxiety, depression, stress and trauma-related disorders, interpersonal difficulties, and life transitions.
Dasha practices from a place of authenticity, compassion, and open-mindedness using an integrated, holistic approach. She incorporates interventions and techniques that are designed to empower you, enhance emotional well-being, develop insight into your relationship with yourself and others, and help you navigate the ever-changing tides of this human experience with confidence and clarity.
Believing that you are the expert in your own life, Dasha values a collaborative approach to treatment to ensure her guidance is tailored to your unique needs. She is committed to providing a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment where we can fully explore the issues and establish meaningful change.
For fun, Dasha enjoys spending time with friends and family, hiking, camping, going to concerts, paddleboarding, and taking her dog on long walks or to the dog park.
Stephen Schwed is a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate in the state of Colorado, and holds a Masters in Clinical Mental Health from the University of Denver’s Counseling Psychology program. His internship experiences at Servicios de la Raza and at a local jail, providing individual and group therapy to men, women, and non-binary people, shaped his belief that we heal only in the presence of others.
Stephen has worked with youth since his first job as a camp counselor, then as a high school English teacher in both Colombia and Thailand, and now in his role as therapist. He’s a firm believer that people’s happiness, success, and health is a byproduct of the relationships in their lives. He works primarily through a psychodynamic lens, which suggests that the therapeutic relationship can be a great source of healing. Stephen’s style is honest and straightforward, as well as humorous and kind. He incorporates mindfulness-based interventions, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy techniques, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy into his therapy toolkit.
Born and raised in the heart of New York City, Stephen grew up a three-sport athlete, playing competitive basketball, soccer, and volleyball. He is a professional yoga teacher and teaches vinyasa yoga in the Denver area. He is most happy when his body is active and moving.
Bobby Tyman (He/Him) is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Addictions Counselor working towards certification as a Registered Play Therapist. Bobby was born and raised in Colorado and has been working with young children, teens, and their families since he began his undergraduate degree at CU Boulder.
Since graduating from Metro Denver with a Master's degree in Social Work, Bobby has continued to support these clients and members of the LGBTQIA+ community. Bobby believes his job is to create a safe and supportive space for his clients. He uses harm reduction principles, mindfulness-based practices, play, and strengths-based person-centered care to support his clients in creating the lives they want for themselves.
Bobby believes in the healing power of playfulness, connection, and joy. He knows that we don't exist in isolation. This belief is the foundation of his work with whole families and communities, supporting long-lasting growth and advocating for systemic change.
Outside of work, Bobby enjoys skating, creating arts and crafts, and spending time outside with his pets and the people he loves.
Jeremy Smith is a Licensed Addiction Counselor and Licensed Social Worker in the state of Colorado. He holds a Master’s in Social Work from the University of Denver, with a specialization in mental health. A passionate therapist with a directive approach, Jeremy maintains that strength is inside all of us. His goal is to help teens and families find a way to access their inner power. Jeremy incorporates Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy into his therapeutic practices.
Jeremy’s specialty is treating individuals and families through a trauma-focused and cultural lens. He has done various system-related work around the Denver metropolitan area. He has worked directly with homeless populations, domestic violence cases, and other underserved.
Originally from Chicago, Jeremy has lived in South Florida for most of his life. He enjoys playing soccer and being out in the community, making connections.
Shaday Williams is a school-based clinician working in partnership with The Village at CLA. She graduated in 2019 from the University of Southern Mississippi with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a minor in Criminal Justice, and then in 2021 from the University of Denver with a Master of Arts in Forensic Psychology. She is currently in the process of pursuing full licensure as an LPC. Her degree program specialized in clinical training for trauma-informed care, high-risk cases, institutionalization-specific treatment, and treatment of incarcerated populations.
Shaday has held positions in various settings within the mental health field, including justice-involved residential programs and inpatient eating disorder programs. Her passion lies in working with the vulnerable population of children, to whom support is so critical for their growth and development.
Shaday values transparency, openness, and authenticity and exercises these values in her therapeutic relationships so her clients are empowered to do the same. She believes that people connect to therapy only when they feel they are able to be their genuine self, with zero judgment. She values feedback in order to improve a client’s experience and is always seeking to establish understanding with her clients to ensure they get the most benefit from their therapy sessions.
In her free time, Shaday enjoys watching anime, writing stories, baking, playing the sims, and researching various topics in great depth.
Nohely Morales is a clinical social work candidate working towards licensure as a clinical social worker in Colorado. She obtained her Bachelor’s degree in Human Services and Counseling with a concentration in Addiction Studies in 2019, and then her Master of Social Work from Metropolitan State University of Denver. Her experience included working with domestic violence, victims, young adults, BIPOC, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community, in both English and Spanish. She is a Certified Addictions Specialist, Approved Domestic Violence Treatment Provider, Rainbow Advocate and Educator, and is in training for EMDR Therapy (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). She provides individual and group therapy using techniques such as Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Mindfulness-Based Interventions.
Nohely’s passion is working with diverse, underserved community members, and she believes that mental health is an important aspect of creating a balanced and meaningful life. She hopes to help break stigmas and stereotypes surrounding mental health, and believes that therapy is most useful when it recognizes how parts of identity interact with our social, cultural, and political environment.
She was raised in Oaxaca, Mexico as well as in Denver, Colorado, and enjoys visiting her family back home every year. She loves spending time with friends and family, as well as attending her brother’s local band around the Denver metro area.
Michaela Davellis (she/they) is a clinical social work candidate working towards licensure as a LCSW. Throughout childhood, they questioned the inequity around them and became inspired to level the playing field for all people. After growing up in the suburbs of Chicago, they moved to the city to attend Northeastern Illinois University where they earned their Bachelor of Social Work with a minor in Social Justice. They then earned their Master of Social Work from Metropolitan State University of Denver, with an emphasis on crisis intervention.
While in Chicago, they worked with the LGBTQ+ and unhoused communities, serving folks across the lifespan in various settings. During graduate school, Michaela worked with adults within the Colorado Crisis Services network and quickly realized they missed the energy and excitement that comes with a younger clientele. Since moving to Denver, they have worked primarily with children and adolescents in both the school and outpatient settings.
Michaela believes the role of the therapist is to guide clients in identifying their own perspective and separating it from the noise of the outside world in order to live a life consistent with their values and goals. Michaela recognizes the significance of the therapeutic relationship by creating space for self-reflection that is casual yet impactful. They believe in the power of comedic relief and seek to add levity when appropriate. Using a Humanistic and Strengths-Based perspective, they strive to support clients to recognize and activate their unique traits and skills.
Outside of the office, Michaela loves spending time out in the sunshine. Growing up near Lake Michigan, they developed an affinity for water-based sports including kayaking, paddle-boarding, rafting, and swimming. Music has been a critical part of their healing journey and as such, they love watching live performances. Some of their favorite artists include Lizzo, GRiZ, Noname, Anderson Paak, Smino, Vulfpeck, and Lettuce. When at home, they enjoy baking and hanging out with their two cats, Henry and Oliver.
J.D. blends her extensive education with a profound dedication toward the well-being of youth, families, and individuals navigating social and justice systems. Her impressive array of licenses include Licensed Addiction Counselor, Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Colorado, Texas and California, and certifications in a variety of therapeutic approaches.
Currently serving as our Clinical Director, J.D. channels her vast experience — culled from her work at the Denver Juvenile Probation and Family Justice TASC Project and UCHealth’s Center for Dependency, Addiction, and Rehabilitation — to address substance use, mental health issues, and the interplay between them.
J.D. helps clients navigate and dismantle barriers within the probation, human services, and mental health systems, and advocates for a more integrative and holistic approach to treatment. She empowers her clients towards autonomy, self-direction, and success, guiding them to set and achieve their own goals in a supportive and nurturing environment. Her approach is grounded in evidence-based practices, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, and EMDR, ensuring that her interventions are both innovative and effective.
Beyond her clinical acumen, J.D. is a leader in training and supervising emerging
professionals in the field, sharing her insights and experiences to foster a new generation of compassionate and skilled social workers.
Hannah Janke (she/they) is a clinical social work candidate working towards licensure as a LCSW. They grew up in Houston, Texas helping their mom out in her elementary school classroom, where they developed a passion for working with underserved youth. They received a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Texas and then moved to Denver to pursue a master’s in social work from the University of Denver, with a focus on children and youth.
Hannah is a passionate advocate for the LGBTQ+ community and the unique challenges faced by trans youth. They have worked in outpatient and school settings as well as PHP/IOP levels of care with both teens and young adults. They incorporate DBT and ACT into their humanistic approach toward therapy. Outside of work, they enjoy reading and run a LGBTQ+ book club.
Jesse Sperry obtained his Masters in Social Work from the University of Denver and completed post-graduate training in marriage and family therapy at the Denver Family Institute. He is currently a Clinical Social Work Candidate in the State of Colorado.
Jesse believes relationships are at the very core of our human experience. Interactions with other people shape our personality, how we express our emotions, and impact the overall quality of our lives. People are capable of overcoming their own problems, engaging in self-healing, and mobilizing their own naturally occurring resources and relationships when they have the right tools and support. If self-healing is the “engine” that makes therapy work, then my role is that of a mechanic to perform a tune-up by providing a safe working space & potential for new learning opportunities.
In his work with young adults and families, Jesse practices with a focus on systemic and strength-based modalities emphasizing client’s strengths, resources, and maintaining a sense of hope & possibility. He strives to collaborate with clients on achievable goals, creatively brainstorm viable strategies, and help people to take small concrete steps forward achieving a brighter future.
When he is not working, Jesse likes to ride his motorcycle, snowboard, and spend time with his family.
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