About
We all struggle with finding meaning and purpose in life.
We each attempt to define a life worth living, even in the most tragic of circumstances.
Even though you may be struggling with toxic shame and even various forms of self-hatred, I personally believe that your life is precious and beautiful.
With direction and a spirit of hope, we can collaborate to find meaning and purpose even in your most tragic circumstances.
The death of a loved one, past traumatic experiences, disconnected families, the loss of a job and struggle to find work, and life transitions can throw our lives off balance.
But tragic and disheartening circumstances don’t have to rule your life.
“He who has a why to live for, can bear almost any how.” – Friedrich Nietzsche
Discover what gives your life meaning, purpose, and fulfillment.
My passion and calling is to walk with you where you are at. I am honored to walk with you through healing your brain from unwanted painful connections to tragedies in your past.
This process is, of course, on your terms.
As we do this, you will some tools to help manage those overwhelming moments. You will begin to find that you can function and even thrive in the present moment. With momentum and practice you are finding the reasons for why you choose to continue to move forward through the how.
It is a journey worth taking.
As we journey through what may be your darkest hours, you will find help and support and even healing from trauma in the past.
You’ll discover what becoming stable in the present moment could look like for you.
Ultimately we may even discover your “why” and develop a plan that has realistic goals for you to become that authentic version of you that you so long to be.
It’s time to look for help in all the right places.
Children struggle with attachment and bonding, with relationships, school, stigmas, behaviors, trauma from other children committing suicide in our community, and so many other things that can seem overwhelming to you as a parent.
When we work together to develop a treatment plan for your loved youth or teen, we’ll first discover what you have been doing right!
Obviously, you’ve done something right because they’re alive and here with you today.
We’ll work together to figure out all of the resources you’ve already engaged in, and then build a system of supports around you and your child.
Then your youth and I will begin the process of building a framework to navigate their mental health challenges. In addition to healing from traumatic memories, your youth will learn about healthy boundaries, communication skills, anger management, self confidence, and develop and path towards a healthy life worth living for themselves.
Learn parenting strategies that work for you and your child.
We’ll navigate the challenges of attachment and bonding, and re-connecting with your child. You will gain resources and support towards parenting more effectively. You learn healthy boundaries and gain encouragement and support in starting to model these skills for your youth. You can do this! I believe in you.
I’ll work individually with your child to help them have a voice and share their desires and questions with an objective outsider.
We’ll work together to figure out what work needs to be done to build a happy and healthy home where everyone feels heard, validated, and important.
The work is not easy, but you and your family are worth it!
About Me
Mac Fish, MA LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
As a Colorado native, I love spending quality time with my awesome wife and daughter, exploring the wilderness, snowboarding, training for triathlons, playing board games, and hanging out with my family.
As a counselor, my style tends to be direct, compassionate, and practical.
The training I received from Colorado Christian University, where I received a Master’s degree in Clinical Counseling, has been a wonderful blessing in my life.
I also have training and experience as a missionary in Africa with “Word to Africa Botswana” where I received a rich background in biblical theology, counsel, and enrichment. We can certainly utilize scripture and prayer to guide our process of healing if you so desire.
One area of interest and clinical specialty for me is healing trauma as an EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) practitioner. EMDR is a specialized technique for people who have experienced trauma which results in a person having triggers. This can seem intrusive, unwelcome, overwhelming, and never ceasing. EMDR helps people get unstuck!
Another area of clinical training and specialization that I use in my counseling practice is called Meaning-Centered counseling or more traditionally “Logotherapy,” which helps us to discover meaning and purpose in your life, even in the most tragic of circumstances.
I am truly honored and blessed to walk with you on your journey towards healing and new life.
I have always loved the underdog story, and find beauty in building relationship and healing with the outcast or outsider.
Where humanity at large sees a reject or lost cause, I find opportunity and hope!
Just look at my puppy and me. 🙂
People (maybe even you) might think you are broken and beyond repair but I see hope and potential! Call me (970) 697-7995 and let’s figure out how I can best serve you.
Areas of Focus
Meaning-Centered EMDR, Transitions in life, Men’s Issues, Adolescents, Trauma, Existential Crisis, Christian Counseling (only if requested), and Addictions (Sexual, Drug, and Alcohol).