Briar began her journey with the therapeutic process early in life. This positive experience presented itself as a passion, and led her to double major in Psychology and Studio Art at Santa Clara University. It was here she discovered the therapeutic power of art, and she continued her education to receive her Master’s in Clinical…

Brie is passionate about utilizing a client-centered approach in order to build a strong therapeutic alliance with clients, as well as giving clients a voice in setting goals and growth for themselves. Brie received her Masters Degree in Education from Temple University, in Philadelphia, PA. Brie came to Chrysalis from Oregon, where she gained experience working with…

Alex is passionate about creating an inviting, safe, and inspirational environment to guide change and growth in individuals. Alex will receive her Master’s of Education in Counseling and has her Bachelor of Music from Colorado Christian University. With a unique background of education, Alex embraces each individual’s distinctive needs. Combining years of working in residential…

MSW, SWLC Anne received her Master’s in Social Work from the University of Montana. For years now Anne has gravitated toward working with youth and their families in a variety of treatment settings. Her experience includes individual, group, and family therapy, and crisis stabilization. She spent four years working in a transitional youth residential setting…

MSW, SWLC Alex received her Masters in Social Work from Boston University and her undergraduate degree in Feminist Studies from University of California.  She has also acted as a certified advocate for domestic violence survivors for well over a decade.  In all of her clinical work and in her relationships, Alex is constantly asking how…

LCPC, CTRS, EMDR Trained Emily Thelen is the therapist for Milestones, our transition house. She received her Masters at Naropa University in Transpersonal Counseling Psychology, with an emphasis in Wilderness Therapy. Emily has worked in the therapeutic wilderness and transitional care industry since 2006 with adolescent men, women, families, and young adults. She graduated from…