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Our Current Wheat Ridge Therapists
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Michael Ford, Intern Therapist
In a fast-paced, tech-heavy external world, it becomes difficult to honor our inner world. Our connections to ourselves, our bodies, with other people, and to the natural world suffer when we do not pay tribute to our thoughts, emotions, and lived experiences. These disconnections are multiplied by the oppressions, traumas, and aggressions we experience. Depression, anxiety, and other emotional turmoil are results.
I believe that therapy should be a place where people are able to slow down and process both their internal and external worlds. By creating a space that is warm, supportive, and compassionate, I connect with my clients to repair the disconnections they feel in their lives. With 15 years of experience in harm reduction and supporting humans, I bring a practical, strengths-based, incremental approach to my work as a therapist. My work with people who have intersecting identities has solidified my belief that who we are is integral to how we experience this world and how we heal. Your identities and experiences will be acknowledged and honored.
Whether you are seeking therapy for grief/loss, low self-esteem, relationship issues, trauma, perfectionism, or attachment issues, I meet people where they are in their lives, and bear witness as they make changes to support where they want to go. My support is non-judgmental and focuses on the goals that you wish to achieve in therapy. I believe that through therapy, people can find justice, joy, healing, liberation, and foster better connections to ourselves, in our relationships, in our communities, and to nature.
Connect with me today! Email: Michael.ford@elevatedcounseling.org
Call or Text: 720-689-5246
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Ali Armacost, MA, LPCC
Hi, I’m Ali! I view therapy as an important part of creating a fulfilling life rooted in resilience and growth. I take a casual, down-to-earth approach to therapy because, at the end of the day, we’re all just people seeking connection and understanding. I believe meaningful change happens within the safety of a genuine, trusting therapeutic relationship, where all parts of you are welcome.
I support individuals and couples in exploring identity, navigating life transitions, and working through challenges such as anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, chronic pain, relationship and communication concerns, sexual intimacy, and more. I especially enjoy working with queer, nontraditional, and marginalized clients, and I approach diverse identities, relationship structures, and ways of moving through the world from an affirming, non-pathologizing lens.
My work is culturally and systemically responsive, parts-informed, and grounded in mind-body and person-centered approaches. I view the therapeutic relationship itself as a central modality of healing and strive to create a collaborative, attuned space where you can show up as your full, authentic self. In my work with couples, I draw from Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and attachment-based approaches to help partners better understand relational patterns, strengthen emotional bonds, and foster deeper connection.
Having personally experienced the transformative power of therapy, I would be honored to support you in cultivating more authentic connections with yourself and others. I offer free 15-minute consult calls and understand that starting with a new therapist can feel intimidating. I strive to show up genuinely and meet you exactly where you are in your journey.
Connect with me today! Email: AliArmacostTherapy@gmail.com
Call or Text: 720-588-8764

Diana Basquez, MA, ATR, LPCC
I’m drawn to the stories beneath the surface—the patterns we find ourselves repeating, the ways we learned to protect ourselves, and the parts of us that may be asking for something different now. I work with adults navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, and relationship and attachment concerns, as well as people who may not have a name for what’s wrong but know that something feels stuck. I bring warmth, curiosity, humor, and a genuine interest in getting to know the person sitting across from me.
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My approach is relational and depth-oriented. Rather than focusing only on reducing symptoms, I’m interested in understanding what they may be connected to and what they might be telling us. Therapy can be a place to slow down, become curious about your inner world, and begin to see old stories and patterns in new ways.
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As a Registered Art Therapist, I also know that words don’t always take us everywhere we need to go. Creativity, imagery, metaphor, and experiential work can offer another way into the places that are difficult to explain or even fully understand. You don’t need to consider yourself an artist. Art therapy is much less about what you make than about what you might encounter in the process.
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My work draws from art therapy, EMDR, IFS, attachment, somatic awareness, and psychodynamic and Jungian approaches. I don’t believe therapy is simply a matter of finding the right technique for the right problem. At its best, it is a relationship and a shared exploration—one where there is room for complexity, contradiction, humor, grief, creativity, and whatever else we discover along the way.
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Connect with me today! Email: Diana@elevatedcounseling.org
Call or Text: (303) 242-2233

Dan Gleason, MA, LPCC
Hi there! I’m Dan. This is a second career for me - one I’ve decided to pursue after feeling unfulfilled in the corporate tech world, and it’s clear to me that counseling is what I’m meant to do.
My approach focuses on building trust first. I believe that before healing or growth can occur, it’s on me to create an environment where clients feel supported and safe. At the same time, part of my role is to help folks identify and confront issues. Supporting someone means, at times, challenging their beliefs and opinions. I do so gently, but firmly, without judgment or criticism. Also, I think it’s important to find a little space for humor - therapy doesn’t always have to feel heavy.
My techniques are, first and foremost, person-centered. Most often, I’ll lean into Narrative Therapy and Internal Family Systems (IFS), applying DBT techniques as needed. I also like to apply an existential lens and to dabble in a bit of bibliotherapy (suggesting relevant books) when it feels right. I believe deeply in the power of externalizing: focusing on the problem as something that is separate from, but in relationship with, the person.
I work with adolescents and adults of any identity. I’m especially interested in supporting men to access their vulnerability and challenge masculinity norms, and this is by no means my only focus; I get a lot of joy out of working with a diverse population of folks.
When I’m not sitting in a chair, I love to cook new meals, run, slide down snow on wooden planks, bike, and read good fiction. I’m also always down to sit on a couch and watch a sci-fi or fantasy show.
Connect with me today! Email: Dan@GleasonTherapy.com
Call or Text: 720-340-1365

Ari Fishkin, Intern Therapist
Anxiety, depression, anger, regret, and overwhelm can make life feel smaller and more isolating. You might feel trapped by patterns you don’t know how to change, disconnected from yourself or others, or unsure of how to make sense of your experience. Therapy can help you gain insight into what is happening beneath the surface and discover new ways of responding to your life. I believe meaningful change begins with awareness: as we learn to recognize our emotions, needs, and habitual patterns more clearly, we create greater freedom to choose how we move forward.
My approach is informed by Psychodynamic theory, Gestalt therapy, and mindfulness practice. I offer a warm, nonjudgmental, and collaborative environment. Together we will explore the patterns that may be keeping you stuck while building a more grounded and compassionate relationship with yourself.
My role is not to tell you who to become, but to help you understand yourself more fully and make choices that feel intentional, authentic, and aligned with the life you want to create. If you are feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or trapped in patterns that no longer serve you, I would be honored to work alongside you.
Connect with me today! Email: Ari@elevatedcounseling.org
Call or Text: 720-515-4159

Danny Levin, LSW
People seek out therapy for all sorts of reasons; they're going through a change in their life, the communication in their relationship has been a bit off, or they simply need a safe space to talk with someone. Whatever the reason, I'm honored to be on this journey with you. You are the expert of your own life and I am here to listen to your experiences and tell you what I hear. I hope we can take a collaborative approach to discover what your needs may be.
I work with a variety of clients ranging from individuals dealing with issues surrounding anxiety, depression, or ADHD, while specializing in couples therapy. Our relationships can be one of our greatest joys while also being one of our greatest stressors. Couples therapy often comes down to an issue in communication and working on different ways to hear each other better and communicate more clearly. That’s exactly what we are here to do.
My eclectic approach combines a number of different modalities including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Gottman Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Narrative Therapy, and more. I received my Masters Degree from the University of Denver while receiving specialized training for a certificate in marriage and family therapy at Denver Family Institute. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions about my practice.
Connect with me today! Email: DannyLevinTherapy@gmail.com
Call or Text: (720) 432-3053

Nicholas Jones, MA, LPCC
Discovering unknown aspects of ourselves can feel risky. I respect your healing process and the
courage it takes to engage in therapeutic work. I believe we hold trauma in both our body and our unconscious. Trauma can often lead us to doing, saying, and feeling things that seem inexplicable. Exploration and integration of traumatic material can lead to deeper, long-term healing and growth.
Before training to be a therapist, I spent 30 years as a performer and dance instructor. Dance has
been an integral part of own self work, demanding that I explore my own identity and
complexes. Dance instruction has given me a depth of knowledge in somatic work,
interpersonal relationships, and the soul’s journey. Dancing also led me to many cross-cultural
experiences, including living in South America and teaching in Europe, Asia, and Australia.
I am a Somatically oriented Depth therapist. I received my master’s in counseling from Regis
University. I am trained in Level II Brainspotting. For couples I utilize Emotionally Focused
Couples Therapy (EFCT).
It would be my honor to join you in your healing journey.
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Connect with me today! Email: NJonesPsychotherapy@Gmail.com

Justin Mallen, MSW, LCSW
Hello! My name is Justin. I am a dynamic therapist that has helped people work through a variety of different challenges throughout my career in mental health. I guide people towards identifying their strengths, gifts and opportunities. I support my clients in building skills to help them strengthen their relationships, and improve their ability to have more constructive communication and meaningful connection.
Practicing mindfulness, calming the nervous system, and engaging in activities that bring us joy are all ways we can learn to thrive in this life. I believe that the more we are capable of living in the present moment, the more we are able to address our anxieties and depressions. As we know, the mind and body are integrally connected. I incorporate mindfulness practice and help clients regulate their nervous system, as I believe these are key factors in positive therapeutic outcomes.
Many of my clients’ gain a deeper understanding of how their history impacts their current experience. I support people to holistically work through their feelings regarding their past, and what might hold them back from what they most want in their lives. Recognizing our own patterns and attachment styles can help us improve our relationships, and ourselves. One of my primary objectives is to deconstruct walls between my clients’ and the people they love the most. I prioritize cultivating a safe environment for clients to access security within themselves, and ultimately, show up more authentically in their lives and connections.
I work with individuals, couples, adolescents, and families. My practice is trauma-informed, person-centered, and draws primarily from Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Internal-Family Systems, and Emotionally–Focused Therapy. Please feel free to reach out with any questions or inquiries.
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Connect with me today! Email: JustinMTherapy@Gmail.com

Zachary Gart, MA, LPC
My approach in therapy is honest, direct and warm. I help people heal their nervous systems for the long haul. I believe in getting to the healing and building sustainable ways to navigate stuckness. I will do my best to help you listen accurately to your innerworld and take appropriate next steps to support what you're moving towards in life.
I specialize in individual trauma resolutions (PTSD and C-PTSD/complex trauma, attachment healing and relationships, life transitions, grief/loss, anxiety/depression. I work with individuals, couples and some families. As a somatic therapist, I look to the nervous system and body's experience, reactions and physical symptoms as a pathway for change, health and healing.
I integrate mindfulness, parts work, somatic and relational, trauma-centered approaches. Modalities include a blend of IFS and somatic, attachment-focused approaches (NARM, SE, Voice Dialogue, Gestalt). Reach out if you have any questions. I am glad to get on a call and see if I can help or point you in the right direction.
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Connect with me today! Email: Zach@ElevatedCounseling.org
Call or Text: 303-736-9579

Mission: Since 2016, Elevated Counseling & Wellness has been focused on providing exceptional therapy to men, their relationships and their families, all while honoring the values of individualized care, compassion and respect.
Vision: A multi-faceted, all inclusive approach to supporting men, their relationships and their families, through individual, family and couples counseling, as well as men's groups, retreats and medication management when appropriate.
