You can call me Mel.

I am a Colorado native with a passion for the mind-body connection.

I bring over 25 years of clinical and somatic expertise informed by:

• Advanced training in somatic psychotherapy and trauma-informed care

• Nervous system regulation and attachment theory

• A deep personal and professional commitment to embodied healing

My work is grounded in neuroscience, relational safety, and lived experience. Clients often tell me they feel seen, respected, and gently challenged in ways that allow fundamental shifts to emerge.

What You Can Expect

Our sessions are collaborative, attentive, and practical. You will find a space that respects your intelligence and acknowledges your internal experience. You will learn about your unique nervous system and how to foster a deeper understanding of it. You'll discover how to trust your body's signals, enhance your capacity for presence, and shift from merely surviving to fully engaging in your life.

This is mindful, embodied work designed for those ready to move beyond superficial change.

Education and Qualifications

B.A. in Psychology from University of Colorado
Minor in Theatre
May 1994

Somatic Trauma Release Therapy Education

(200 hours) April 2016

Biodynamic Craniosacral Certification

The School of Inner Health (500 hours) September 2018

Breathwork Certification

(50 Hours) 2014

Colorado License

NLC. 0108153 Expires 09/31/2025

1100 Hour Massage Therapy Certificate holder, Colorado Springs Academy of Therapeutic Massage
May 1996

Reiki Master
October 2000

Certification in Muscle Energy Technique for the Cervical, Thoracic and Ribs
September 2001

Certification in Muscle Release Technique
March 2003