About

A man smiling outdoors in a mountainous area, wearing a beige button-up shirt and tan pants.

Meet Nicholas

I’m a somatic psychotherapist based in Durango, Colorado. Having spent my adult life in the high country, I’ve developed a deep appreciation for the land, its people, and the rhythm of mountain living. I also honor that this land rests on the former territory of the Núu-ciu (Ute) people, who were forcibly removed by the United States government.

My journey into healing began in 2007 after the unexpected death of my father. Grief became the doorway to transformation, spirituality, and meaning. Leaving behind a career in software engineering, I followed that call to Crested Butte where I immersed myself in the simplicity and embodiment of mountain life. Splitboarding, biking, and rock climbing became teachers in presence and resilience.

Athletics led me to a deeper inquiry: I studied Reiki, Vipassana meditation, and later completed a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling followed by two years of Hakomi training. Before opening my private practice, I provided in-home therapy to families in the Durango community, supporting individuals navigating trauma and complex relational systems.

Broad Winged Counseling is the culmination of these experiences—where mindfulness, embodiment, and clinical skill meet. My focus is on trauma recovery, relational healing, and men’s work.

Take the first step toward healing and self-discovery. Reach out for a free consultation, and let’s explore how gentle, body-based work can support you in feeling more grounded, connected, and whole.

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Qualifications

  • Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate (LPCC.0022068)

  • MA Clinical Mental Health (Adams State University)

  • Hakomi Level 1 & 2 (Melissa Grace)

  • Reiki 1 & 2 Certification - Light Running School of Reiki (Judi Theiss)

  • Vipassana 10-Day Retreats (S.N. Goenka)

  • BDSM Principles and Dom-Sub Exploration (Om Rupani)

  • INELDA End of Life Doula Training