Meet the Team

My name is Darci Nealeigh, Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), I earned my master’s degree in clinical Mental Health Counseling from UCCS. Prior to my decision to become an LPC…

My name is Julia Ralston and I am a LPC. I completed my bachelor’s degree in Psychology in 2020 from UCCS where I also graduated with my master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.

Hi! I’m Amanda. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who earned my Master’s Degree in Counseling & Human Services in 2023. I primarily work with young children (3-7 years old) and adults. I specialize in ADHD & Autism, but work with a wide variety of clients.

My name is Anneliese, and I am a LPCC and clinical mental health counseling intern in the Master of Counseling program at UCCS. I received my bachelor’s degree from Colorado College, and I am excited to be pursuing my degree and license as a mental health counselor.

My name is Ashley, I am a practicum intern, working towards my Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy. I received a bachelor’s degrees in Psychology from University Northern Colorado in 2016.

My name is Brittany and I have a master’s degree in Sociology and am pursuing a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I have spent my professional career working with adolescents in schools and as a registered behavioral technician.

My name is Erika Bakko, Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate (LPCC). I earned my master’s degree in clinical Mental Health Counseling from Walden University. My professional background includes teaching Kindergarten and Pre-K in Minnesota, an Equine Specialist, and working with nonprofits, both state side and in Cambodia, to educate and fight human trafficking.

Hello! My name is Casey Crocker, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate (LPCC) with a deep passion for helping people heal, grow, and thrive. I hold a master’s degree in clinical Mental Health Counseling, where I focused my research on religious and spiritual abuse, as well as identity discovery and formation. Additionally, I have earned a B.S. in Biblical Studies, an M.A. in New Testament Biblical Literature, where I focused on the cultural, religious, and political context of the New Testament, and am currently completing an M.A. in Biblical Languages.

My name is Delaina, and I am an intern working towards my Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at UCCS, graduating in May 2024. I received bachelor’s degrees in Sustainability and Sociology from Arizona State University in 2016.

My name is Dennis Hughes, a Master of Counseling Student with Project Ember. I met the founder of Project Ember Counseling, Kyle Bridgman, in 2008 while working with teenagers in New Mexico at a residential care facility.

Hello! My name is Ellie, and I am a LPCC with Project Ember! I completed my bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Communication at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs, where I also completed my master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with an Addictions Emphasis.

My name is Jenifer Stacy-Bozarth and I am a Marriage and Family Therapist Candidate and graduated from Capella University. I also hold a master’s degree in Psychology along with a bachelor’s degree in early childhood education.

Hello!  My name is Jessica Niles, and I am a LPCC with Project Ember.  I completed my Master of Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Colorado Christian University. I attended…

My name is Kevin Taylor, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor at Project Ember. I earned both my bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Master’s in Mental Health Counseling at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs.

My name is Kimberly M. Anderson, MA, LPCC, NCC. I hold a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Colorado Christian University, a program accredited by the…

My name is Samantha Nagle, and I am a  Marriage and Family Therapist Candidate and graduate of Touro University Worldwide. I completed my Bachelor of Science in human development and family studies and have taken several classes from the ethnic studies department at Colorado State University in 2018.

Hi there! My name is Sarah and I am a LPCC at Project Ember! I completed my bachelor’s degree in 2015 at Amherst College where I majored in Psychology and minored in Music.

Hello! My name is Sarah. I am an intern currently working towards my Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at UCCS.

Hello! My name is Adriana Romero. I am currently a Clinical Mental Health Counseling Graduate student at University of Colorado Colorado Springs. I graduated with my undergraduate Psychology degree from UCCS in 2020 and returned in 2023 to begin my counseling education.

Hello! My name is Anna, I am a practicum intern pursuing a Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy from Northcentral University. I received a Bachelor’s degree from Chadron State College and spent my early career working in

Hi! My name is Davis Peck. I am a master’s level intern at Colorado Christian University where I am working towards my degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. There have been several times in my life when I needed a listening ear to help me process what was burdening me and feel appreciated for who I truly am. I hope to provide you with the same kind of compassion and support as I walk alongside you. I believe that everyone’s story is sacred, special, and worthy of being told.

My name is Izak, I am a Peer Support Specialist working towards my Master’s in Clinical Psychology at Capella University.

Hey! My name is Joel. I’m a Clinical Mental Health Counseling Intern attending Capella University.

My name is Luke Mounts. I am an intern, working towards my Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy.

My name is Malcolm Campbell, and I am a Clinical Mental Health Counseling intern through the University of Colorado Colorado Springs, which is also where I received my…