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Christy Belmear, LCSWA word from Christy Belmear, LCSW
"I am so grateful to be able to do this work. It is definitely a lifelong culmination of my own healing journey in therapy, and many, many years of supporting others in their wellness that leads me to where I am today. I think that it is because I have had to go through “The Dark Night of The Soul” with my own traumas, and really experience the restoration of my own life back to me, that I am able to best serve others. I know how vulnerable it can feel to open up to another, and try to give words to the wordless places within, however, I believe fully in the power of therapy. Therapy allows someone to address the most painful, deepest, rawest experiences with a witness, someone who can hold space and not allow the experience to overwhelm that person. I have been so grateful to the experienced healers who have helped me with overcoming pain and terror in my own life as a client, and I love my work as a therapist, where I provide a welcoming place for my clients to explore the places of pain, suffering, agony, or confusion and seek better for themselves. Whether you are healing from things that happened to you, things you have done, ways you have handled or not handled situations, all of these can be integrated, so you can restore your true self back to you. You can find peace, balance, self-awareness, regulation. I love my work. I am passionate to help others find themselves again, to create a restored sense of self. It is clear to me that people can seek and find better for themselves, to be more of who they actually want to be in the world. I have found healing on my journey in therapy and I love helping my clients find wellness and healing on their journeys. I would be humbled to see if myself or my agency is a good fit for you. " Christy has over 24 years of clinical experience working with children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples. She has a strong clinical background working with trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, sexual abuse, chronic illness, women's issues and family/couple support. People who feel stuck, broken, lost or in need of positive change will find a strong professional with an empathetic spirit in Christy. Christy's approach is to assist and support clients in developing skills and strategies to maneuver their lives with more ease using a variety of therapeutic techniques (including EMDR, mindfulness, play therapy, communication and couples skills from RLT, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, somatic approaches such as Polyvagal/Somatic therapy). She believes in supporting the whole client, utilizing a holistic approach that includes understanding and building skills in emotional, social, physical and spiritual health. Christy is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and supervises social workers seeking their licensure. She is also a Certified Trauma Specialist through the International Association of Trauma Professionals and has completed the entire masters level coursework for Certified Trauma Professional for families. She is a licensed therapist on the EMDRIA website for EMDR therapy and the Maiberger Institute.
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Natalie Garcia, LCSW Candidate
Natalie provides a safe, gentle environment to allow clients to grow and make positive changes in their lives. Utilizing a variety of evidence-based approaches, with the client's unique needs in mind, Natalie brings a collaborative approach to finding healing, empowerment and strength. Natalie has experience in CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, solution focused therapy, play therapy, and trauma informed practices. Natalie's mission as a therapist is for her clients to make positive changes while feeling seen, heard, and understood. Natalie is passionate about her work, and is able to support adults, children, adolescents and families. She holds a Master's Degree from the University of Denver and is working toward her Clinical Social Work Licensure. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Candidate, Natalie is able to provide lower cost therapy to clients while being supervised by the Clinical Director of the practice. Alex Hopkins, LCSW Candidate
Alex is a compassionate and dedicated therapist who approaches her clients with honesty and respect. She places great value on her clients' inner wisdom and strives to help them uncover deeper meanings in their lives. With a robust background in diverse therapeutic interventions such as CBT, DBT, executive functioning skills, ACT, and trauma-informed supports, Alex equips her clients with a wide array of techniques to support their journey toward healing and growth. Alex understands that while things in the past can be haunting and cause suffering, it also holds the potential for profound healing and personal growth. Alex is dedicated to guiding clients in making peace with their painful narratives and transitioning towards stories of restoration and well-being. Additionally, Alex believes in supporting individuals in acquiring new skills to navigate challenging life experiences, including postpartum support for mothers, balancing work and personal life, enhancing couples communication patterns, managing parenting difficulties, and coping with life stressors that affect relationships, mental wellness, and job performance. Alex has experience with all age ranges, from children through adulthood. She holds a Master's Degree from the University of Denver and is working toward her Clinical Social Work Licensure. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Candidate, she is able to provide lower-cost therapy to clients while being supervised by the Clinical Director of the practice. |
Lisa Baltazar Loomer, Client Care Coordinator
Lisa brings a wealth of experience from the Human Services sector with a background in case management. She aims to ensure your initial interaction with our practice is both positive and welcoming. Lisa deeply appreciates the significance of therapy in enhancing quality of life and is committed to assisting you in finding the therapist best suited to your needs.
Lisa previously worked as an Advocate in a domestic violence shelter, as a Family Caseworker at a Head Start, and as a Job Counselor. She has volunteered extensively at her children’s public schools and at the school district level. Helping all people achieve their full potential while providing them with the needed skills and tools is important to Lisa. She looks forward to serving all of the clients at Restore Counseling.
Lisa brings a wealth of experience from the Human Services sector with a background in case management. She aims to ensure your initial interaction with our practice is both positive and welcoming. Lisa deeply appreciates the significance of therapy in enhancing quality of life and is committed to assisting you in finding the therapist best suited to your needs.
Lisa previously worked as an Advocate in a domestic violence shelter, as a Family Caseworker at a Head Start, and as a Job Counselor. She has volunteered extensively at her children’s public schools and at the school district level. Helping all people achieve their full potential while providing them with the needed skills and tools is important to Lisa. She looks forward to serving all of the clients at Restore Counseling.
