Breathe Counseling
Helping you Conquer Your Mountains
Everyone Has a Mountain
Some battles feel like they’ll break you. Some secrets feel too heavy to speak out loud. We get it—and we’re not afraid of any of it.
At Breathe Counseling, we meet you in the middle of the storm. We’re harder than your hardest day, stronger than the secrets you’ve been carrying, and ready to fight alongside you because you shouldn’t have to stand alone.
Your mountain might be grief—aching for someone you lost while the world tells you to “get over it.”
Maybe it’s trauma—memories that won’t loosen their grip, fear that still creeps in when things should feel safe.
Maybe it’s identity—trying to figure out who you are beneath the roles, the expectations, the silence.
Or maybe it’s the quiet weight of anxiety and depression—so familiar it feels like part of you, even as it drags you down.
The Climb Is Real—But So Is the View
Imagine the bitter ascent:
The scrapes. The steep, twisting path. The exhaustion. The quiet moments you nearly gave up.
Now picture standing at the summit, lungs full of cold, clear air.
Looking back at the miles you’ve traveled—and whispering to yourself:
“I did it.”
You Don’t Have to Do It Alone
Whatever you’re facing, we won’t flinch.
We bring grit, skill, and steady hands.
We hold your hardest truths with strength—and your softest moments with care.
This is a place where you don’t have to fight alone anymore.
Our Colorado Counselors
Ryan Smith, MA, LPC-S, NCC, CTP
Founder & Clinical Director, Breathe Counseling
I was told not to go into trauma and grief work because it was “too heavy.” That’s exactly how I knew it was where I belonged. My passion is walking alongside people carrying life’s heaviest burdens—grief, trauma, suicide, and everything you’ve been told is “too much.” You don’t have to carry it alone. I’m here to help you hold it—and to lay some of it down.
Theadora Ballard
Colorado Counslor
Born in Denver and based in Greeley since 2016, Thea holds a master’s degree in Military and Emergency Responder Psychology. She brings extensive experience supporting individuals in crisis and has a special passion for working with children and teens. Her background includes work as a behavioral health technician in adolescent residential treatment and as a substitute teacher in Greeley schools, giving her a well-rounded, compassionate approach to care.
Bethany Thomas
Breathe Counseling Graduate Intern
With over six years of clinical experience, I specialize in supporting children, teens, and young adults (ages 5–24) navigating PTSD, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and trauma. My therapeutic approach is rooted in Person-Centered care and draws from Mindfulness, Sandtray Therapy, CBT, Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focused techniques. I believe you are the expert in your own life—my role is to walk alongside you, offering tools and support as you explore, heal, and grow.
Jodi Martinez
Breathe Counseling Programs Manager
I believe in the inherent goodness of people and their capacity to grow—especially when they’re met with the right support. Everyone deserves to feel heard, cared for, and empowered to face life’s challenges. My goal is to help clients become their best selves, even when life feels painful or overwhelming. Whether the trauma stems from loss, family struggles, or more complex experiences, I approach each story with care and seriousness. Healing takes time, but you don’t have to do it alone. I’m here to support you, and I look forward to walking alongside you on your journey.
Alexa Morzos
Breathe Counseling Graduate Intern
Originally from just south of Greeley, I earned my bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Northern Colorado in 2023 and am currently pursuing my master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling through Adams State University. My goal is to become a licensed professional counselor and support as many people as I can.
In session, I strive to create a space where you feel safe, seen, and free to be fully yourself. Cry, yell, curse—whatever you need to do to be real. You’re welcome here, just as you are.
Kendall Staggs
Colorado Counselor
After earning a Bachelor’s in Music from Southeast Missouri State University in 2017, Kendall began their career teaching elementary music in Colorado. It was during this time—listening deeply to students during “share time”—that Kendall discovered a passion for helping others in a more personal way, leading them to pursue a path in counseling.
Kendall is especially dedicated to serving the LGBTQ+ community and welcomes anyone who feels they’d be a good fit. Their approach is client-centered and grounded in cognitive behavioral therapy, with a focus on creating a safe, affirming space for exploration, growth, and healing.
April Strohauer, LPCC
Breathe Counseling Practice Manager
Born and raised in Greeley, I have a deep love for this community and a strong passion for helping others. I’m currently working toward licensure as a counselor, with a focus on supporting adolescents and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and self-esteem challenges.
Before entering the counseling field, I taught kindergarten and continue to lend a hand on my family’s farm. I know firsthand how much mental health impacts everyday life, and I’m here to provide a space where you can feel supported, understood, and empowered to grow.
About Our Counseling
Strong enough to hold your pain. Soft enough to hold your wounds.
At Breathe Counseling, everything we do is built around one mission: to help you heal, grow, and live with more strength and clarity. Whether you’re working through trauma, fighting daily anxiety, or just trying to stay afloat, therapy isn’t about fixing you—it’s about walking with you through the mess and into something better.
Here’s what that work can look like:
1. Improved Mental Health
You don’t have to carry this alone. We help you process the hard stuff—anxiety, depression, trauma, stress—and learn how to get back in the driver’s seat of your own life.
2. Greater Self-Awareness
We help you see the patterns, name the stories, and connect the dots. When you understand what’s driving your reactions, you can start making moves that actually serve you.
3. Healthier Relationships
Struggling to be heard? To say what you need? To stop giving too much or pulling away? We’ll work on that. Because strong relationships start with honest connection—and that starts here.
4. More Resilience
Life doesn’t let up—but you can get stronger. We’ll help you build the tools to ride the waves: emotional regulation, boundaries, self-compassion, and grit.
5. Real Growth
Therapy isn’t just about healing what hurts. It’s about becoming who you actually are—confident, clear, and grounded. Even if it takes time. Even if it’s messy. We’ll be right here for the journey.
Therapy isn’t easy—but neither is staying stuck.
At Breathe Counseling, we show up with strength, skill, and deep compassion to help you do the work that changes things—for real.
You don’t have to be fine. You just have to be ready.
At Breathe Counseling, We Believe In…
Generosity
We give a damn—and we show it.
At Breathe Counseling, generosity isn’t a buzzword. It’s how we lead, support, and serve. We give our time, energy, creativity, and care freely—because real healing doesn’t happen when people feel rushed, dismissed, or like a number. Whether it’s staying a little longer in session, checking in between appointments, or making space for a team member who’s having a hard day—we lead with open hands and full hearts.
Curiosity
We don’t pretend to know your story before you tell it.
At Breathe Counseling, we lead with curiosity—not assumptions, not quick fixes. Healing asks us to step into the unknown, and we’re not afraid to go there with you. We ask hard questions, follow the threads, and stay present in the mess. Because real growth doesn’t come from having all the answers—it comes from being brave enough to explore.
Humility
We’re not here to play expert—we’re human, too.
At Breathe Counseling, we know that real change doesn’t come from pretending to have it all figured out. We stay curious, open, and honest about what’s working and what’s not. Failure isn’t the enemy—it’s part of the process. We lead with humility because healing isn’t about perfection. It’s about showing up, staying teachable, and doing the work—together.
Expertise
We don’t coast—we sharpen.
At Breathe Counseling, expertise isn’t a title—it’s a commitment. We stay in the trenches with the latest research, evolving best practices, and real-world experience because people are trusting us with their healing. We take that seriously. Growth doesn’t stop at graduation, and “good enough” isn’t good enough for us. We stay sharp so we can show up strong—for every client, every time.
Adventure
Healing isn’t a straight line—it’s a wild, worthwhile ride.
At Breathe Counseling, we’re not here to walk the same worn paths. We believe growth means taking risks, leaving behind what’s no longer working, and stepping into the unknown—even when it’s uncomfortable. We move forward with courage, curiosity, and the grit to face what’s real. This isn’t about playing it safe. It’s about finding something better, together.
Innovation
If there’s a better way, we’ll find it.
At Breathe Counseling, we don’t stick with “how it’s always been done” just because it’s familiar. We question, test, build, and rebuild—constantly looking for smarter, deeper, more effective ways to support our clients and each other. From new tools to better systems, we embrace change as a path to progress. Because good enough? Isn’t.
Learning
We’re always students—of the work, and of the people we serve.
At Breathe Counseling, we know growth doesn’t have a finish line. There’s always more to learn, more to unlearn, and more to understand. We stay curious, open, and committed to evolving—whether it’s diving deeper into clinical research or listening closely to the lived experience in the room. Every day is a chance to do it better. We take that seriously.
About Breathe Counseling
Therapy that’s grounded, real, and ready for the hard stuff.
Serving Greeley, Colorado and beyond.
At Breathe Counseling, we believe therapy should feel human—not clinical, not cold. Just honest, compassionate support from people who care deeply and show up fully.
We’re not here to fix you. We’re here to walk beside you—through anxiety, trauma, relationship pain, burnout, identity shifts, or whatever mountain you’re facing. We offer skilled, personalized care rooted in trust, partnership, and truth.
A Safe Place to Start Again
You don’t need to perform here. You can fall apart, speak freely, ask the hard questions, or sit in silence. We’ll hold the space with respect, kindness, and zero judgment—because healing begins with safety.
Therapy That Fits You
No cookie-cutter plans. No copy-paste solutions. We build every session around who you are and what you need, blending evidence-based practices like CBT, EMDR, and mindfulness with creativity, flexibility, and lived insight.
A Collaborative Approach
You know your life better than anyone. We bring tools, clinical expertise, and steady support—but we don’t lead from above. We walk with you, shoulder to shoulder, as you do the work that matters.
Healing the Whole You
You are more than symptoms and survival. Our holistic approach supports your mind, body, and spirit—so you can build resilience, reconnect with yourself, and move toward the life you actually want to live.
We Stay Sharp Because You Matter
We’re not just therapists—we’re learners, challengers, and builders. Our team stays up to date with the latest trauma-informed research and emerging practices, because your care deserves more than “good enough.”
Let’s Begin
You don’t have to carry it alone anymore.
If you’re ready to stop pretending you’re fine—and start healing for real—we’re ready too.
Schedule your free consultation below.
About Breathe Counseling
Real therapy for real people in Greeley, Colorado.
At Breathe Counseling, we believe therapy should feel human—genuine, grounded, and tailored to the reality of your life.
We’re not here to “fix” you. We’re here to stand with you—through the anxiety, the trauma, the relationship pain, the stuck places. We offer expert, personalized care rooted in partnership, honesty, and deep respect for what you’re carrying.
A Safe Place to Start Again
Healing takes trust. We create a space where you can drop the mask, speak the truth, and know you won’t be judged for it. You don’t have to show up perfect—you just have to show up.
Therapy That Actually Fits
No generic worksheets. No canned advice. We use evidence-based practices like CBT, EMDR, and mindfulness—blended with creative, flexible approaches that fit you.
A Partnership, Not a Prescription
You know your story better than anyone. We bring tools, insight, and fierce support. Together, we do the work—not to change who you are, but to help you come home to yourself.
Healing the Whole You
We don’t just treat symptoms. We support your mind, body, and spirit—because you’re not just here to survive. You’re here to live.
Always Learning. Always Showing Up.
We stay sharp. We stay honest. Our team is committed to real growth—our own and yours. Because the people who trust us with their healing deserve nothing less.
Let’s Begin
Therapy is a risk. So is staying stuck.
If you’re ready for something real—we’re ready for you.
Schedule a free consultation below.
