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Sarah McKelvey, MA, LPC
Lead Psychotherapist & Director
Sarah is an empathic and energetic psychotherapist blending formal training in classic therapeutic modalities with philosophy, spiritual teachings, and original insights from her own spiritual practice as a contemplative cyclist. Her clinical experience, desire to understand and work with human nature, and passion for life and this work, combines into a unique approach to psychotherapy, emotional health, and spiritual evolution.
Drawing from the humanistic-existential tradition that empowers us to courageously make choices rather than remain passive, inauthentic, or driven by our conditioning, the mindfulness meditation tradition that helps us stay centered, grounded, and present-minded, in touch with ourselves, self-regulated and self-accepting, and the Jungian and psychoanalytic traditions which offer profound analyses of the depths of the mind, the possibilities of our life's unfolding, and the troubles we get into with our defenses, complexes, issues, and hang-ups, Sarah shows up to the therapeutic hour ready for insight, connection, and powerful self-understanding that allows change to occur.
Sarah received her master's degree in Counseling Psychology and Counselor Education at the University of Colorado Denver in 2010. Her previous clinical experience includes an internship at the University of Colorado's Student & Community Counseling Center, where she focused on grief and loss counseling after pursuing advanced coursework in this area. She has operated a private practice out of her Centennial office for over a decade, obtaining licensure in 2013, and forming Center for Higher Consciousness in 2018.
Drawing from the humanistic-existential tradition that empowers us to courageously make choices rather than remain passive, inauthentic, or driven by our conditioning, the mindfulness meditation tradition that helps us stay centered, grounded, and present-minded, in touch with ourselves, self-regulated and self-accepting, and the Jungian and psychoanalytic traditions which offer profound analyses of the depths of the mind, the possibilities of our life's unfolding, and the troubles we get into with our defenses, complexes, issues, and hang-ups, Sarah shows up to the therapeutic hour ready for insight, connection, and powerful self-understanding that allows change to occur.
Sarah received her master's degree in Counseling Psychology and Counselor Education at the University of Colorado Denver in 2010. Her previous clinical experience includes an internship at the University of Colorado's Student & Community Counseling Center, where she focused on grief and loss counseling after pursuing advanced coursework in this area. She has operated a private practice out of her Centennial office for over a decade, obtaining licensure in 2013, and forming Center for Higher Consciousness in 2018.
Lindsay Clark, BA
Intern Counselor
Lindsay believes that we all experience our own types of storms within ourselves which can be hard to manage on a day-to-day basis. As a counselor in training, her goal is to help clients navigate their rocky waters to live happier, fuller lives. Traveling the world for an extended period of time reinforced her passion for understanding human nature and how it connects to mental health. Through compassion and empathy, Lindsay wants to help clients suffering from depression, anxiety, and other mental health troubles, and hopes to develop skills working with couples.
Lindsay received two bachelors degrees in Psychology and Sociology with an emphasis in Criminal Justice. Currently, she is completing her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Adams State University. She hopes to continue her career in mental health by becoming a licensed professional counselor and eventually receive her Ph.D. in the field of psychology.
Lindsay received two bachelors degrees in Psychology and Sociology with an emphasis in Criminal Justice. Currently, she is completing her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Adams State University. She hopes to continue her career in mental health by becoming a licensed professional counselor and eventually receive her Ph.D. in the field of psychology.
Summer Koo, BA
Intern Counselor
Summer (they/them) is at heart committed to a holistic and strengths-based approach to therapy. Every client arrives with inviolable wisdom, resiliency, and expansiveness; every client already arrives carrying the capacity for their own healing. Summer believes that supporting clients in reconnecting with these inner resources is a vital part of the counselor role. This involves reconnecting with those parts of ourselves and our experiences that we would rather get away from. Summer likes to think of the therapeutic hour as co-constructing a holding space for all that we carry, no matter how painful, difficult, or uncomfortable. Ultimately, Summer aims to cultivate a warm and empathic therapeutic relationship, as well as to become a trusted collaborator on clients’ journeys to healing. Moving forward in their professional development, Summer hopes to develop a trauma-informed approach and to learn more about bodywork and somatic techniques.
Summer received their bachelor's degree in liberal arts from Sarah Lawrence College. They are currently completing a master’s degree program for mental health and wellness counseling with New York University. After graduation, Summer plans on becoming a licensed counselor and looks forward to a lifetime of continuous learning as a part of their counseling career.
Summer received their bachelor's degree in liberal arts from Sarah Lawrence College. They are currently completing a master’s degree program for mental health and wellness counseling with New York University. After graduation, Summer plans on becoming a licensed counselor and looks forward to a lifetime of continuous learning as a part of their counseling career.
Brian Thomas, MA
Intern Counselor
Brian believes that that the therapeutic relationship is a collaborative one built on trust, empathy, and an understanding of the client’s goals. He believes that everyone has the power within themselves to discover and become the person they are meant to be. As a counselor in training he feels that when counselor and client work together as equals, both individuals can grow together. Brian gravitates towards a person-centered, existential-humanistic approach and hopes to help others by working with them to find their own unique path and place in the world. In addition, his time working in the education field gives him a unique perspective and he also enjoys using his background in music to connect with a wide range of individuals.
Brian holds a B.A. in Music Performance from Alma College as well as an M.A. in Special Education from the University of Colorado Denver. He is currently completing his M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Adams State University.
Brian holds a B.A. in Music Performance from Alma College as well as an M.A. in Special Education from the University of Colorado Denver. He is currently completing his M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Adams State University.
