Roots to Ground Counseling

04/02/2026

🌿 Community Resources for Colorado Springs 🌿

At Roots to Ground Counseling, our goal is to support mental health and wellbeing, but we also know that a full, healthy life is supported by many different resources.

That’s why we’ve created a Community Resources page to help connect you with local support in the Colorado Springs area. This includes resources for childcare, food assistance, housing support, veteran services, and other community programs that can help meet everyday needs.

Mental health is deeply connected to stability, safety, and support in daily life. If you or someone you know could benefit from additional resources, we encourage you to visit our website to explore what’s available in our community.

If you have questions or need help finding the right support, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here to help however we can. 💛

Roots to Ground Counseling offers local Colorado Springs community resources, including mental health support, crisis services, and connections to inclusive, supportive programs for individuals, teens, and families.

04/01/2026

Meet Our Interns!

Ari Henry
Intern (Kids, Teens, & Adult Individuals)

Hi, I’m Ari! (She/They)

Seeking therapy can feel like a big step, and you don’t have to figure everything out on your own. I take a client-centered approach that honors your lived experience, strengths, and goals. Together, we create a space where you can explore what’s weighing on you, better understand your emotional world, and move toward changes that feel meaningful and sustainable.

I integrate techniques from Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to support clients at different ages and phases of life. Whether we’re working through anxiety, trauma, chronic illness, identity exploration, relationship challenges, or life transitions, I tailor our work to fit you.

I’m especially passionate about working with the LGBTQ+ community and creating an affirming space where you can show up fully as yourself.
My goal is to provide a warm, collaborative relationship where you feel both supported and gently challenged. Therapy can be a place to build insight, strengthen coping skills, and reconnect with your resilience.

I would be honored to be part of your journey.
https://www.rootstoground.com/about-us/our-team

03/31/2026

Meet Our Interns!

Heather Trotter
Intern (Teens & Adult Individuals)

Hi I'm Heather and I believe everyone deserves compassionate, affirming care. I strive to create a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard and empowered to be the best version of themselves.

My work is grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and a solution-focused approach that incorporates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and parts-based work to promote self-compassion and psychological flexibility.

I believe that no single therapeutic approach is suitable for everyone, and I draw from multiple modalities to best address each client's individual needs, goals, and experiences.
https://www.rootstoground.com/about-us/our-team

03/30/2026

🌿 Specialties at Roots to Ground Counseling 🌿

At Roots to Ground Counseling, we work with a wide range of concerns and life experiences. Our team provides personalized therapy to support challenges such as anxiety, depression, relationship issues, infertility, gender identity exploration, and other life transitions.

We offer individual, couples, and family therapy and draw from many evidence-based approaches including EMDR, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), family systems work, mindfulness, narrative therapy, and existential therapy to tailor treatment to each client’s needs.

Our goal is simple: to provide a supportive space where you can better understand yourself, develop new tools, and move toward growth, healing, and meaningful change. 💛

Learn more about our specialties and how we can support you by visiting our website.

Roots to Ground Counseling offers therapy using EFT, ACT, CBT, Existential, Family Systems, Narrative, and Solution-Focused approaches. Personalized, compassionate care in a safe, inclusive space.

03/29/2026

Meet our Interns!

Kazzandra Medellin
Intern

I believe that therapy is a collaborative effort where counselors and clients can work through situations, feelings, and navigating systems together. This space is for you – a space for you to explore what is weighing your heart in a judgement-free and supportive environment.

Sometimes trying to carry everything you are dealing with on your own can be overwhelming, and I want to be here to help you carry some of that weight with you. Healing is not a destination point, but something that can happen daily through small, manageable steps.

I am a person-centered counselor who believes that you are the expert of your own life. My practice is grounded in cultural humility for all individuals, focusing on the strengths you already possess and honoring your experiences, especially those in q***r, gender expansive, disability, and BIPOC communities.

I aim to be an authentic, skilled listener who helps you connect your own narrative in ways you may not have seen before. I integrate techniques and interventions from person-centered and relational-cultural theory therapies.

I am currently working towards a MA in Clinical Mental Health and have a background in sociology. I am interested in exploring ways to utilize art and spirituality in session, as well as thinking about how cultural and spiritual beliefs can be integrated into our healing journeys, including traditional forms of healing (i.e. curanderismo), tarot, ancestral work, and more!
https://www.rootstoground.com/about-us/our-team

03/27/2026

Meet Our Interns!

Rachel Schroeder
Intern (Kids 9 & Up, Teens, Adult Individuals)

You bring something unique and beautiful to this world, and my goal is to help you discover that for yourself. Tell me your story, and we’ll work together to change the story you’re telling yourself.

I live by the words, “let your love be the thing that defines you,” and bring compassion, acceptance, and genuine care to my work. My approach is gentle, authentic, and collaborative—I would never suggest anything I wouldn’t do myself.

As a person-centered therapist, I will encourage you to reach your full potential. I provide guidance, objective insights, and practical strategies designed to foster self-assurance and facilitate personal growth. We’ll foster connection and trust, so you leave sessions feeling empowered and supported.

I enjoy working with self-compassion, anxiety, communication, and relationship or social challenges. I also have extensive experience with children and adolescents facing anxiety, depression, and behavioral challenges, including autism, and ODD.

Life is short and sometimes painful — so let’s spend it connecting and supporting one another.
https://www.rootstoground.com/about-us/our-team

03/26/2026

Meet Our Interns!

Sadie Eitemiller
Intern (Teens & Adult Individuals)

​Hi, I'm Sadie Eitemiller!

Wherever you are on your journey toward health and healing, I am here to support you. I strive to create a safe, comfortable space that fosters curiosity, trust, and growth.

My practice is strengths-based and person-centered. I’m also a Board-Certified Music Therapist and welcome opportunities to combine both music therapy and counseling. Ultimately, I am here to help you reach your goals and discover what works best for you.

I received my BA in Music Therapy from Wartburg College and am a graduate student in a Clinical Mental Health Counseling program.

I have several years of experience partnering with neurodiverse individuals and am passionate about increasing the accessibility of counseling services. If you are interested in working together or have any questions, feel free to contact me.
https://www.rootstoground.com/about-us/our-team

03/25/2026

🌿 Supervision & Consultation for Early Career Counselors at Roots to Ground Counseling 🌿

Beginning your career as a mental health professional is both exciting and challenging. Our supervision and consultation services provide a supportive, collaborative space for early career counselors to strengthen clinical skills, build confidence, and grow in their professional identity.

Whether you are working toward licensure, seeking guidance on complex cases, or looking to deepen your therapeutic approach, our experienced clinicians offer thoughtful feedback, mentorship, and encouragement.

Our goal is to support the next generation of counselors while fostering ethical, compassionate, and effective care for the communities we serve. 💛

Roots to Ground Counseling provides professional supervision and consultation for early-career mental health clinicians. Our supportive, collaborative approach helps build skills, confidence, and clinical expertise in a safe, inclusive environment.

03/24/2026

Meet Our Interns!

Mace Seward
Intern (Teens & Adult Individuals)

It takes a lot of strength to seek counseling, and I am glad you’re here. I look forward to the opportunity to get to know you personally and to hear your story.

I strive to create genuine connections rooted in deep empathy that feel safe and authentic and an environment that allows you to feel comfortable and supported.

I believe life as well as humans are complex and nuanced, and I aim to create the space for you to explore the difficulties, joys, intensities, and all of life’s experiences.

This is a nonjudgmental place where we will work together to create a plan that aligns with your values and goals and leaves you feeling heard, valued, and understood.

https://www.rootstoground.com/about-us/our-team

03/23/2026

Meet Our Interns!

Matthew Lopez
Intern (Kids, Teens, Adults, Couples, Families)

There is no wrong reason to seek counseling, and all are welcome here, no matter your background. I look forward to supporting anyone who wants to learn and grow.

After graduating from Colorado College in 2014, I spent around 11 years working in education and the corporate world before finding my calling in mental health. I am currently a Clinical Mental Health Counseling intern at Roots to Ground, and I'm passionate about creating a space where you can show up authentically.

My approach centers on Cognitive Therapy with motivational interviewing skills woven throughout our work together. What does that mean for you? We'll collaborate to identify, challenge, and replace the dysfunctional automatic thoughts, cognitive distortions, and underlying core beliefs that may be holding you back. From there, we'll develop meaningful goals to create the change you're seeking and increase your overall wellness.

I have a particular passion for working with LGBTQ+ individuals, those navigating religious trauma, and BIPOC clients. Your experiences matter, your story matters, and I'm here to walk alongside you on your journey toward healing and growth.

If you're ready to take this step, I'd love to hear from you.

https://www.rootstoground.com/about-us/our-team

03/22/2026

🌿 LGBTQIA+ Affirming Counseling at Roots to Ground Counseling 🌿

Everyone deserves a space where they feel safe, seen, and affirmed. Our LGBTQIA+ counseling services provide a supportive and inclusive environment for individuals exploring identity, navigating relationships, or working through life’s challenges.

Whether you’re seeking support around identity exploration, coming out, relationship dynamics, discrimination, mental health concerns, or simply looking for an affirming therapist, our counselors are here to meet you with respect, understanding, and care.

We believe in celebrating identity while supporting healing, resilience, and personal growth. You deserve therapy that honors who you are. 💛

Roots to Ground Counseling offers LGBTQIA+ affirming therapy for individuals, teens, and couples. We provide a safe, inclusive space to explore identity, mental health, relationships, and personal growth.

03/21/2026

Meet Our Interns!

Julia Sickrey
Intern (Kids, Teens, Adults, Couples)

As an LGBTQIA+ affirming therapist, I show up with humility, curiosity, and a commitment to meeting you where you are. I bring my genuine personality to my sessions to create a safe space for self-exploration and growth.

I am passionate about social justice, community, challenging
systems of oppression, and reclaiming joy. I believe that everyone has the power within themselves to change and to live fully and authentically.

As a counselor, I draw from both person-centered and relational-cultural therapeutic techniques. My practice is rooted in the belief that our healing is a part of our collective liberation, and I openly welcome dialogue, discussion,
and feedback.

I received my BA in Psychology from Metropolitan State University of Denver in 2025, and I am currently a graduate student at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs and am working towards my LPC.

https://www.rootstoground.com/about-us/our-team