MEET CASSIA
Cassia Hendrickson,
MA, LPCC
Outpatient Therapist
she/her – Colorado
Phonetic pronunciation: Kay – shuh
Professional Bio
As a therapist, I desire to create a warm, empathetic, and safe space where you can first rest, then trust, and share your story. I believe self-awareness is essential for self-acceptance, and many people need the right space and tools to develop it. I strive to offer a creative environment where you can reflect on your thoughts and emotions and separate your past challenging and traumatic experiences from your true self. I use a person-centered approach, along with methods such as IFS, CBT, mindfulness, journaling, and expressive arts therapy. If needed, I can help you heal from trauma and PTSD, utilizing a therapy technique called Imagery Reprocessing and Rescripting Therapy (IRRT). My overarching goal for you is that you can find relief, rest, share your story, heal, and experience post-traumatic growth.
At a glance
State / Region of Licensure
Colorado
License
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate
Populations Served
Adolescents (10+), Adults, Older Adults
Cassia may be a good fit if you are navigating:
Anxiety
Depression
Grief
LGBTQ+
Life Transitions
PTSD/Trauma
Relationship Challenges
Self Esteem
Spirituality
Women's Issues
Cassia's therapeutic approach
Cassia draws from approaches such as Person-Centered approach, IFS, CBT, DBT, IRRT, mindfulness, expressive arts, reflective practices. Sessions are shaped around the client’s goals, pace, lived experience, and the kind of support that feels most useful.
Approaches may include
Art Therapy
Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Gestalt Therapy
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Mindfulness
Somatic Experiencing
Why I do this work
I am experiencing ongoing post-traumatic growth because of a gifted and caring counselor who led me through CBT for anxiety and depression and trauma-focused therapy for complex trauma stemming from childhood trauma. Because of this, I truly enjoy helping others heal from unexpected life experiences, grief, and trauma, and learn to love themselves, experience growth, and thrive in life.
Best part of my job
When a client tells me they’ve reached their goals in therapy and they’re ready to terminate (even though I will miss each client that tells me this).
Beyond the therapy room
Going to school for my PhD, studying, and various internships for my PhD. When I get small batches of time off, I go rock climbing, hiking, play Zelda: Breath of the Wild, meditate, pray, read, spend time with friends and family and volunteer at my church.
Favorite quote
“What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson
Recommended resources
- Introduction to Internal Family Systems
- The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry
- Dr. Caroline Leaf podcast
- Brain Rules by John Medina
- Trauma and Recovery by Judith Herman
- Calm YouTube channel
You don’t have to do this alone anymore. With the support of a highly trained therapist, you’ll soon have a path and roadmap out of your suffering, and each step of the way, you’ll be accompanied by a kind, dedicated guide.