Dove Counseling

Dove Counseling

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Dove Counseling, Inc. was established in 1998 and has been providing therapeutic services to both mandated and non-mandated clients since that time. Many of our staff come to the agency with a social work background, and that unique perspective is noticeable in our approach.

We believe that people fulfill their potential when they are appreciated and respected, both by themselves and those around them. To help individuals attain their goals, Dove acknowledges the whole person, including the emotional, cognitive, physical, and spiritual self.

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Services

Domestic Violence Offender Treatment Program

 

Gender Specific Groups offered for both men and women who identify that they have experienced problems dealing effectively with their anger and/or have been ordered by the court to complete this treatment program.

A psycho-educational model is utilized under Colorado State DVOMB Standards.

Components of the program include:

Building Compassion
Communication/Relational Skills
Anger/Stress Management
Conflict Resolution Skills

Comprehensive Assessment and Evaluation.

Victim’s Support and Resources.

Drug and Alcohol Counseling


Level II DUI Education / Therapy
Level II Education / Therapy Four plus
Interlock Enhanced Counseling (IEC)
Relapse Prevention
IOP/EOP

Monitored Sobriety


On-sight Breathalyzers/Antabuse Dispensing
Coordination of off-site urinalysis.
Daily/Monthly Reporting and services are coordinated with the Legal System for all programs, as required.

Daily/Monthly Reporting


Services are coordinated with the Legal System for all programs, as required.

DOVE utilizes ReliaTrax for reporting.

DOC Reintegration


Life Skills / Reintegration Issues
Relapse Prevention
Anger Management - consist of 24 weeks of skill building

General Mental Health


Men's and women's issues
Marriage and Relationship/Couples Counseling
Trauma Experiences - Male and Female Specific
EMDR
DBT
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Individual Therapy


Based on client's needs.

Group Therapy


Based on client's needs.

Parenting


Based on client's needs.

Experienced

 

Since its inception in 1998, DOVE Counseling has been providing therapeutic services to voluntary and mandated clients. Many of our staff come to the agency with a social work background. This unique perspective is noticeable in our approach to working with this population.

We believe that each person fulfills their potential when they are appreciated and respected - by themselves and those around them. To help individuals attain their goals, DOVE acknowledges the whole person including the Emotional, Cognitive, Physical and Spiritual self. The Professionals at DOVE are trained and experienced.

Ellen Brinkman, MSW, AASW

 

ATP/DOC Approved Provider

 

Ms. Brinkman earned her Bachelors of Arts in Psychology from University of South Florida in 2014. She went on to earn her Masters of Social of Social Work from University of Denver in 2017 with a concentration in Mental Health. She is also certified in Animal- Assisted Social Work. She is an ATP approved provider through the Department of Corrections. Ms. Brinkman utilizes a client centered approach incorporating interventions from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, motivational Interviewing and Systems Theory.

John Cogley, M Div, ADTP

 

ATP/DOC Approved Provider

 

Mr. Cogley earned his Master’s of Divinity degree from Wesley Theological Seminary of Washington , DC in 1974 with an emphasis in Pastoral Care/ Psychotherapy. He was then awarded with the Doctorate Degree of Divinity from the Universal Life Church Monastery of San Diego, CA in 2009. He is a Colorado Domestic Violence Approved Provider and ATP/DOC Approved provider.

Price Duncan, MSW

 

ATP/DOC Approved Provider

 

Ms. Duncan earned her Bachelor's degree in Social work in 2017 at the University of Kentucky. She continued her education at the University of Denver where she went on to gain a Master's degree in Social Work in 2019. She utilizes Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused approach to treatment.

Crystal Eng-Morgado, CAC III

 

ATP/DOC Approved Provider

 

Mrs. Morgado earned her Bachelor of the Arts degree for a self-designed major titled “Social Influences in Human Development” at Whittier College in 2007 and is credentialed as a Certified Addiction Counselor Level III. She started pursuing her addiction counseling certification soon after and has been employed in the field of addiction since 2009. Mrs. Morgado utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and the Solution-Focused approach to treatment.

Layne Jacobson, M.A., CAC III

 

ATP/DOC Approved Provider

 

Mr. Jacobson earned his Master’s Degree in Institutional Counseling from University of Northern Colorado in 1992 and is credentialed as a Certified Addiction Counselor III. Layne has worked in the addictions field over 26 years. Mr. Jacobson is a Licensed Professional Counselor and ATP approved provider by the Department of Corrections. Mr. Jacobson utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and the Solution-Focused approach to treatment.

Sandy Peer, BS, CACIII

 

ATP/DOC Approved Provider

 

Ms. Peer earned her Bachelor’s in Human Services from Denver Metro in 2011. She is a licensed addictions counselor III who utilizes both motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral therapy in group.

Kayla Raarup, M.S.W., LCSW

 

ATP/DOC Approved Provider

 

Ms. Raarup earned her Master’s Degree in Social Work from the University of Denver in 2012, specializing in clinical/ trauma work. She is a Colorado Domestic Violence Approved Provider and ATP/DOC Approved Provider.

Kim Riddle, M.A., L.P.C.

 

ATP/DOC Approved Provider

 

Ms. Riddle earned her Master’s Degree in Community Counseling in 2006 from the University of Phoenix. She later earned her LPC in 2008. She has been employed in the field of Community Counseling for 11 years and employs Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral and Trauma Recovery and Empowerment approach to treatment, as well as EMDR therapy.

Mike Salaz, MS, LPCC

 

ATP/DOC Approved Provider

 

Mr. Salaz earned his Bachelors of Arts Degree from Metropolitan State University of Denver in 2013. He continued his education at Grand Canyon University in Phoenix Arizona. Mr. Salaz is a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate and is currently pursuing his Certified Addictions Counselor certification.

Connie Stratton, BA, CAC III

 

ATP/DOC Approved Provider

 

Ms. Stratton earned her Bachelors of Science degree in Human Services from Metropolitan State University of Denver and is credentialed as a Certified Addictions Counselor Level III. She utilizes motivational interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused approach to treatment.

Zach Titus, CAC II

 

ATP/DOC Approved Provider

 

Mr. Titus is currently enrolled at Denver Metro to earn his Bachelor's Degree in Social Work. Mr. Titus is credentialed as a Certified Addictions Counselor level II. He utilizes motivational interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused approach to treatment.

Christina Treminio, MA, LPC

 

ATP/DOC Approved Provider

 

Mrs. Treminio earned her Bachelor's degree in Psychology in 1998 at the United States International University in San Diego California. She continued her education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with Argosy University in Denver Colorado. There she earned a Master's degree and LPC. She utilizes Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused approach to treatment.

Elanna Tryon, MA, LPC

 

ATP/DOC Approved Provider

 

Mrs. Tryon earned her LPC and Master's Degree in Agency Counseling from UCD in 2010. She is currently working towards gaining an LAC. She utilizes Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused approach to treatment.

Michael Wells, MSW, LCSW, LAC

 

ATP/DOC Approved Provider

 

Mr. Wells earned his Bachelor's degree in Social Work in 2002 at the Idaho State university in Pocatello Idaho. Mr. Wells continued his education at the university of Denver where he earned his Master's in Social Work in 2006. He is a Certified Addictions Counselor II, licensed Clinical Social Worker with a certificate in animal assistance. He utilizes training in solution focused therapy and focuses on CBT therapy techniques.

Alaine (Lainey) Wonch, MA, LPC, LAC

 

ATP/DOC Approved Provider

 

Mrs. Wonch received her Double Major of BA in Criminal Justice and BS in Family Studies from the University of Maryland in 2006. She earned her Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Denver Seminary. She is a licensed professional counselor and licensed addictions counselor. Intensively trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. She is also trained in EMDR, Solution Focused Brief Therapy and Motivational Interviewing.

Contact Information

Dove Counseling - Thornton
9450 Huron Street
Unit B
Thornton, CO
Office: 303-429-3400
Fax: 303-429-3322