Matt^LCSW, LAC^Crisis Clinician

Matt, LCSW, LAC
Crisis Clinician

Matt grew up in Taos, New Mexico and graduated from Hobart and William Smith Colleges with a BA in Psychology and a Minor in Child Advocacy in 2010. He earned a Master’s in Social Work from Hunter College in 2014. Matt began his career as a school clinician in New York City before moving to the Front Range of Colorado, where he obtained his LAC and began working in various community mental health programs specializing in crisis management and dual diagnosis therapy.

Matt’s mission is to support individuals in crisis, guiding them toward stability and resilience. He believes this process begins with youth through prevention and interventions and, in order to be successful, we must incorporate parents and community resources. Matt’s extensive experience includes direct client care and leadership in supervisory roles, where he has mentored and guided other clinicians in best practices. He is committed to fostering environments where individuals can heal and thrive, reinforcing the importance of community and connection in the process.

Having been raised in a small, close-knit community where the idea of “it takes a village” was front and center, aligning perfectly with the mission of Aspen Hope Center. He believes his experience can best serve people in smaller communities, helping them grow and connect; and he looks forward to being involved professionally and personally in the Roaring Fork Valley and surrounding areas. An avid skier, biker and triathlete, Matt is passionate about the outdoors and feels that personal growth requires a connection with both the place and the people around oneself.