Meet the Team
Zia Healing and Wellness is a group counseling practice in Colorado Springs, CO.
All of the clinicians at Zia Healing and Wellness are Masters level clinicians that work from various theoretical orientations that guide them in their practice.
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Our clinicians are passionate about helping others with their mental health concerns and they all have obtained multiple trainings and specializations to ensure that they continue to grow professionally and personally.
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Please take a moment to read through the bios below to find the best clinician for you!
Adrea Zaleski
MS, LPC, ACS, MFTC, NCC
Owner and Clinical Director of Zia Healing and Wellness
Adrea Zaleski is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS), she is also a Marriage Family Therapist Candidate (MFTC). She has a Master of Science in Marriage Couples and Family Counseling from Walden University. Adrea has been providing counseling services in the Colorado Springs community for seven years and enjoys helping individuals and couples navigate through the hardships that occur over the life span.
Adrea believes that therapy is a collaborative process in which the client(s) and the therapist work together to reflect upon the past, cope with the present, and set goals for the future. Adrea works from an Intergenerational Family Systems lens and is trained in Accelerated Resolution Therapy to assist clients with Anxiety, Depression, Trauma and Phobias. She has completed Level 1 & 2 training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy, and is trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT).
Prior to becoming a mental health professional, Adrea served in the United States Army as a Human Resources NCO and is a proud veteran and spouse to an Army Retiree. Adrea, her spouse, and their three children, have been a part of the military community for over twenty years and understand the unique hardships and adjustments military families face. Adrea has previous work experience at a group practice here in Colorado Springs, and also worked at Evans Army Community Hospital in the In-Patient Behavioral Health Unit.
Adrea believes that the power to make changes and grow is in every single one of us. She hopes that you elect to embrace your journey of self-discovery and healing here at Zia Healing and Wellness.
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Insurances Accepted: Cigna, Aetna, CO Access, CHP+, CCHA, Beacon, Anthem, Carelon, Blue Cross Blue Shield, VA CCN/ Triwest, United, Rocky Mountain Health Plan, Kaiser, Medicare, Magellan (Military One Source), Tricare (with supervising physician approval) Private Pay $120 (Individuals) $140 (Couples)
Availability: Monday-Thursday, Friday (Admin only)
Email Adrea Zaleski directly at: zia.healing.wellness@gmail.com
Andrea Spencer
MS, LPC-S, MFTC
Clinical Supervisor
Andrea Spencer graduated from Walden University with her Master of Science in Marriage Couples and Family Counseling with specializations in Military family culture and addictions. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and clinical supervisor
in the state of Colorado. She is also a Marriage and Family Therapist Candidate (MFTC). Andrea provides individual, couples, and group counseling. She is also working to become a Certified Splankna practitioner (a mind-body tool for emotional
healing and trauma), Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) and she is trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples therapy.
Andrea believes therapy takes tremendous courage, and is grateful for every client that chooses to share their story with her. She strives to provide a welcoming, nonjudgmental, therapeutic environment to connect with clients. She focuses on meeting them where they are in their story and work alongside them to gain insight and make positive changes in their lives. She wants every client to live their life as free and as fully as they were meant to.
Andrea’s approach to treatment is developed from a systemic lens. This client-centered approach fosters collaboration and empowerment. She recognizes that each client has their own story, needs, and goals. She will help provide a personalized experience
utilizing a therapeutic approach tailored to the client. Andrea works with ages 18+, providing individual therapy and incorporating family members into treatment as appropriate.
Outside of being a therapist, Andrea is a mother and a seasoned military spouse. She enjoys spending time with her family and friends, working out and eating all the good food!
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"Anything that's human is mentionable, and anything that is mentionable can be more manageable. When we talk about our feelings, they become less overwhelming, less upsetting, and less scary. The people we trust with that important talk can help us know that we are not alone." -Fred Rogers (Mr. Rogers)
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Insurances Accepted: Cigna, Aetna, CCHA, CO Access, Beacon, Kaiser, Anthem, Carelon, Blue Cross Blue Shield, VA CNN/ Triwest, Magellan (Military One Source), Optum, United, Rocky Mountain Health Plan & Private Pay $120
Availability: Monday-Thursday
Email Andrea Spencer directly at: andrea.zia.healing.wellness@gmail.com
Lisa Collingridge
MS, LAC, MFTC, LPCC
Mental Health Clinician
Lisa Collingridge is a Licensed Addiction Counselor, Marriage and Family Therapy Candidate, and Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate in Colorado. She is a graduate of Capella University with a Master of Science in Marriage Couples and Family Therapy, and a certificate in Play Therapy and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (Basic and Advanced Trained). Lisa has been a clinician here in the Springs for 3.5 years, and prior to that worked with children and adolescents in a partial hospitalization setting for Princeton Health. Lisa sees individuals, couples, families, and children ages 4 and up.
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Lisa has a passion for helping adolescents and teens improve insight and self-regard, and for supporting parents in developing effective tools for connecting with their growing children. As families navigate life-stage development, along with the challenges of everyday life, cultivating a sense of belonging at home is a powerful antidote to hardships and stressors for all members of a family.
Lisa believes that people experience life through the stories they tell. With an integrated approach to Narrative Therapy and Cognitive Behavior Therapy, clients are encouraged to empower themselves through their stories, develop an improved mind/body/spirit connection through mindful awareness, and implement skills focused on improved interpersonal functioning. She is certified in Accelerated Resolution Therapy and has specialized training in treating grief, suicide prevention, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. She is currently studying treatments for Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) and Co-Occurring Mental Health for Professionals.
Aside from being a therapist, Lisa is also a mom of teens, and a military spouse of 20 years. She enjoys hiking, making art, and spending time with her people and pets.
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Insurances Accepted: Cigna, Aetna, CCHA, CO Access, Beacon, Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield, VA CCN/ Triwest, Rocky Mountain Health Plan, Optum, United & Private Pay $100
Availability: Monday- Thursday
Email Lisa Collingridge directly at: lisa.zia.healing.wellness@gmail.com
Janell LaJoie
MA, LAC, LPCC
Mental Health Clinician
Janell LaJoie is a Licensed Addiction Counselor and a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate in Colorado. She recently graduated from Liberty University with a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. She works with individuals and children aged 5 and above, tailoring her approach to meet the unique needs of each client.
Janell specializes in supporting individuals and children on their unique journeys towards mental and emotional well-being. Through learned skills and mindfulness techniques, she guides individuals to become the authors of their lives, fostering resilience and self-discovery. She has a deep passion for helping clients navigate various aspects of life, including grief and loss, trauma, spirituality, women's issues, coping skills, anxiety, and PTSD utilizing Cognitive-Behavioral therapy, Person-Centered therapy, and play therapy techniques, and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART).
Outside of work, Janell enjoys spending time with family, traveling, working out, and snuggling with her dogs.
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Insurances Accepted: Cigna, Aetna, CCHA, CO Access, Beacon, Blue Cross Blue Shield, VA CCN/ Triwest, Rocky Mountain Health Plan, Optum, United and Private Pay- $100
Availability: Wednesday and Thursday (In person and Telehealth)
Email Janell LaJoie directly at: janell.zia.healing.wellness@gmail.com
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Jenny Bautista
MA, LPCC
Mental Health Therapist
Jenny Bautista is an Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate that recently obtained her MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Liberty University. She served in the Air Force for five years, has been a military spouse for over 28 years, and has two adult children. Her varied background includes working in jobs to help others strengthen physical, spiritual, and emotional wellbeing. Personal growth in all areas is important to her, and she believe each client can change, grow, and understand themselves better.
Jenny enjoys working with adult individuals and couples on relationship, communication, and transition issues as well as depression, anxiety, resilience, grief, and coping skills. Jenny uses multiple approaches including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy and is trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Gottman Method Couples Therapy level 1. She will listen to your story with empathy and support you as you strive to reach your goals.
In her free time, Jenny loves outdoor adventures, hiking, traveling, Bible studies, and spending time with family and friends.
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Insurances accepted: Cigna, Aetna, CCHA, CO Access, Beacon, Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield, VA CCN/ Triwest, Rocky Mountain Health Plan, Optum, United and private pay $100.
Availability: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Email Jennifer Bautista directly at: jenny.zia.healing.wellness@gmail.com
Mary Emily Butt
MA, LPC
Mental Health Therapist
Mary Emily is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Colorado. She graduated from the University of Colorado Colorado Springs with a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Mary Emily is EDIT 1 certified for the treatment of eating disorders. She also holds a Bachelor's in Studio Arts which informs her approach to therapy.
Mary Emily sees individuals aged 15 and up who are experiencing body image distress, depression, eating disorders, and symptoms of PTSD. She challenges the conventional therapy format and advocates for creative interventions based on each client's preferences rather than rigid structures. She can offer therapeutic art, writing prompts, and embodiment exercises instead of or alongside talk therapy. Mary Emily is committed to collaborating with her clients to help them manage uncomfortable emotions, improve their relationship with food or body, and nurture a stronger sense of purpose and self.
Outside of being a therapist, Mary Emily is often frolicking outdoors with people she loves, spending time with her two cats, making messy art, and embracing play as much as possible.
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Insurances Accepted: Cigna, Aetna, CCHA, CO Access, Beacon, Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield, VA CCN Triwest, Rocky Mountain Health Plan, Optum, United, and Private Pay $100.
Availability: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Email Mary Emily directly at maryemily.zia.healing.wellness@gmail.com
Kirstin Crawford
MA, LPCC
Mental Health Therapist
Kirstin Crawford, a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, recently graduated from Liberty University with a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Her approach to treatment is also informed by her Bachelor of Science in Family and Child Development. Kirstin works with children, teens, and adults.
Life rarely turns out as expected, if ever. Walking through those unmet expectations can feel uncomfortable and vulnerable. Kirstin’s
greatest desire is to step into that space and help individuals untangle some of those questions so they can come to a true understanding of who they are.
Kirstin’s educational background focuses on the life stages of development and the effects of transitions on relationships within the
family unit. She finds purpose in helping individuals and families overcome trauma, grief, anxiety, and relational concerns. Kirstin
understands that children and adolescents do not always convey their needs and thoughts through words; therefore, she implements play therapy and art therapy techniques to help express themselves and their experiences.
In her free time, Kirstin enjoys rock climbing, cooking ethnic foods, and attempting to paint like Bob Ross.
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Insurances Accepted: Cigna, Aetna, CCHA, CO Access, Beacon, Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield, VA CCN Triwest, Rocky Mountain Health Plan, Optum, United, and Private Pay $100.
Availability: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
Email Kirstin Crawford directly at: kirstin.zia.healing.wellness@gmail.com
Aubrey Reel
MA, LPCC
Mental Health Therapist
Aubrey Reel is a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate in Colorado. She graduated from the University of Colorado Colorado Springs with a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Aubrey provides individual counseling for ages 18+. She is trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT), and Eye movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). Aubrey has experience working with complex trauma and PTSD and has a passion for working with those who have experienced emotional, physical, spiritual, and/or narcissistic abuse.
Aubrey believes that navigating our lives should be an exciting adventure and an empowering experience. Throughout each season of life, we are presented with challenges that have the capacity to add incredible joy and meaning to our lives. We also experience great pain, disappointment, abuse, and loss, which can cause us to lose trust in our intuition, doubt our significance, and become disconnected from our authentic selves. We lose our sense of safety in the world, our sense of purpose, and our connectedness in relationships. Our compass no longer points true north. We can feel lost and confused and start living to survive instead of thriving.
As a counselor and as a fellow human being who has struggled, Aubrey believes that re-establishing trust in our intuition is key. The body has innate wisdom that guides us toward authenticity and truth. Whether clients have a particular goal in mind or they’re not yet able to articulate what’s wrong, their feelings (physical and emotional) are directing them toward healing, growth, and change. Acknowledging the pain and asking for help requires courage and vulnerability, and she considers it a privilege to create space for that sacred work to take place. Aubrey seeks to develop a therapeutic relationship with clients built on acceptance, honesty, and mutual trust while collaboratively working toward their goals.
Aubrey works through an emotionally focused lens, looking beneath the surface of painful feelings to uncover unmet needs, desires, and attachment injuries, revealing patterns of thought and behavior that once served to keep her clients safe but have now become barriers to connection, healing, and growth.
She knows personally and professionally that healing is possible, and desires for others to experience relief and once again feel excited and empowered as they navigate their lives!
On a personal note, Aubrey is the oldest of seven children and enjoys large family dynamics, a homeschooling mother of two daughters, an avid reader, and a lover of cats ( Maine Coons are her favorite).
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Insurances Accepted: Cigna, Aetna, CCHA, CO Access, Beacon, Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield, VA CCN Triwest, Rocky Mountain Health Plan, Optum, United, and Private Pay $100.
Availability: Tuesday, Wednesday (online only), Thursday, Friday
Email Aubrey Reel directly at: aubrey.zia.healing.wellness@gmail.com
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Lisa Perez
MA, LPCC
Mental Health Therapist
Lisa Perez is a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate (LPCC). She graduated with her Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs. She specializes in working with clients affected by trauma, abuse, anxiety, depression, and alcohol and substance use, as well as those undergoing career transitions. Lisa values the journey of walking alongside her clients as they gain a deeper understanding and acceptance of themselves, learn to regulate their nervous systems, experience emotional sobriety, and cultivate meaningful relationships with themselves and others.
Lisa’s goal is to provide clients with the best possible care by utilizing an integrative approach drawing upon evidence-based techniques that is tailored to her clients’ individual needs suited to their situation and goals. She uses experiential, IFS-informed, AEDP, somatic-informed, CBT and DBT techniques. Lisa is also EMDR I trained.
Outside of work, Lisa loves spending time with her friends, family, or with herself. She enjoys art, traveling, hiking, photography, learning, and riding her scooter.
Insurances Accepted: Cigna, Aetna, CCHA, CO Access, Beacon, Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield, VA CCN Triwest, Rocky Mountain Health Plan, Optum, United, and Private Pay $100.
Availability: Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday
Email Lisa Perez directly at lisaperez.zia.healing.wellness@gmail.com
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Michelle Hernandez
MA, LPCC
Mental Health Therapist
Michelle Hernandez is a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate (LPCC) in Colorado. She graduated from the University of Colorado, Colorado Springs with a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Michelle provides individual counseling to those aged 14 and up who are struggling with negative self-talk, healing generational trauma, relationship issues, anxiety, or depression. She is Bilingual in English and Spanish, though she is increasing her fluency in Spanish. Michelle is trained in Eye Motion Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with minors in Education and Spanish supporting her therapy approach.
Michelle is passionate about helping individuals find their voice again, build self-advocacy skills, and increase their self-worth. She is here to provide a safe and accepting space where you can express your feelings and thoughts freely. Working from a Person-Centered foundation, Michelle believes in meeting individuals where they are and exploring their therapeutic process. Whether you prefer a traditional office space or a more creative approach, she is here to help you find the approach that works best for you.
In addition to being a therapist, Michelle enjoys spending time with her partner and their two dogs. Together, they enjoy spending time with friends, hiking, fishing, camping, and traveling. Michelle also enjoys playing Animal Crossing on her Nintendo Switch, reading, and trying new crafts. Michelle is available for both in-person and virtual sessions. Michelle understands finding the right therapist can be challenging, and she appreciates your efforts in exploring those options.
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Insurances Accepted: Cigna, Aetna, CCHA, CO Access, Beacon, Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield, VA CCN Triwest, Rocky Mountain Health Plan, Optum, United, and Private Pay $100.
Availability: Monday and Thursday
Email Michelle directly at michelle.zia.healing.wellness@gmail.com
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Jennifer Edwards
Liberty University Graduate Student
Counseling Intern
Jennifer Edwards is a Clinical Mental Health Counseling graduate intern at Liberty University. She has also received her Bachelors in Psychology with a focus in Military Resilience from Liberty University.
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Jennifer has a passion for working with military members and their families, recognizing the unique aspects of military life and culture that create additional hardships. She bridges military resilience training concepts with everyday family life using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, empowering service members and their families to speak the same language. Jennifer is also trained in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) a tool that can help clients process trauma, anxiety, and depression from deployments, frequent relocations, and family separations.
She believes each person relates to and shows up in the world in their own unique way and tailors treatment to fit the individual or couple. Jennifer is an Army spouse of 18 years and mother to three teens and a very spoiled pup. She enjoys going to the gym, traveling, video games, and playing dominoes with her family.
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Insurances Accepted: CCHA, CO Access, Rocky Mountain Health Plan, CHP+, Beacon Medicaid, Cigna, Aetna and $60 Private Pay
Availability: Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 9am to 2pm
Email Jennifer Edwards directly at Jennifer.zia.healing.wellness@gmail.com