About | Roots2leaves Counsel

About Madi

Madi is an educator, mentor, and mental health therapist with a strong passion for the outdoors and nature-based healing. She enjoys forest bathing (Shinrin-yoku), rock climbing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, mountain biking, hiking, camping, and whitewater rafting. She also has a deep interest in herbalism, Ayurveda, and plant medicine.

She began her career in public education as a science teacher before transitioning into school counseling. Today, she works across nonprofit education, environmental awareness, and mental health care.

In her private practice, Madi integrates nature-based therapeutic approaches such as forest bathing, nervous system regulation work, and plant-informed wellness practices. She offers outdoor sessions in national forests and wilderness areas throughout Colorado’s Front Range, supporting clients through experiential, nature-immersed healing work.

COURSES & TRAININGS

. Anxiety Disorders, NetCE, 2022

. Therapeutic Clinical Climbing, 2022

. Mindfulness as an Intervention for Teens, Teaching Mindfulness, Center for Adolescent Studies, 2022

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Therapeutic Philosophy

At Roots2Leaves Counseling, I believe healing happens through connection—to yourself, to others, and to the natural world. I offer a unique blend of traditional counseling and nature-based, experiential therapy to help clients navigate life's challenges with greater confidence and resilience.

I work with children, teens, and adults, with a special focus on supporting neurodivergent individuals, as well as those experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and major life transitions.

My approach is person-centered, collaborative, and practical, integrating evidence-based therapy with movement, outdoor experiences, and mindfulness when it aligns with your goals. Whether we're meeting in the office, exploring nature, or incorporating activities like hiking or climbing, therapy is tailored to meet your unique needs.

Together, we'll create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can build emotional resilience, strengthen coping skills, and move toward lasting growth.

I offer both short-term, goal-focused counseling and longer-term therapeutic support with flexible scheduling to fit your needs.

Your journey starts here—and you don't have to take it alone.

Let’s Work Together

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