Hello! I am Hunter Appleton. I’m a Master’s level therapist here at Denver Mental Health Collective, but you can also call me a Confidence Builder, Puzzle Piecer, & Eating Disorder Recovery Advocate. I help people struggling with anxiety, depression, and disordered eating feel more at home in their bodies and more connected in their relationships. My ideal clients are neurodivergent youth and young adults who are navigating challenges related to disordered eating, weight stigma, and identity development in environments that may not fully understand or support their experiences.
Confidence Builder:
Do you find yourself feeling unsure, stuck in self-doubt, or worried about how others perceive you? I aim to help clients build a stronger sense of self-worth and learn to show up more fully in their lives. Whether you’re facing academic stress, performance pressure, or relationship struggles, we’ll work together to understand what’s getting in the way and how to move through it.
Puzzle Piecer:
Are you trying to make sense of things that just don’t seem to fit together? Whether it’s emotions that feel too big, patterns that keep repeating, or a life experience that left you disconnected from your body, I help clients begin to piece it all together. You don’t have to have it all figured out—we’ll work together to build understanding, clarity, and a stronger foundation for moving forward.
Eating Disorder Recovery Advocate:
Are you struggling in your relationship with food or your body? Whether you’re newly diagnosed, years into recovery, or not sure where to begin, you don’t have to face it alone. I am committed to supporting clients in navigating eating disorder recovery, unpacking weight stigma, and developing a more compassionate connection with their bodies.
EDUCATION & TRAINING
I received my Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Northeastern University in Boston, MA, and I’m currently pursuing my Master’s in Counseling Psychology at the University of Denver. My focus is eating disorder treatment, a passion that stems from both professional experience in inpatient settings and my personal journey with ARFID (Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder). I also have experience supporting neurodiverse clients, including individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and individuals with Autism (ASD).
My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in the belief that healing happens when clients feel seen and supported as their full selves.
MORE ABOUT ME
I identify as a white, able-bodied, cisgender, straight man. I’m an extroverted homebody, meaning I love spending time with friends and family, but I will gladly cancel plans to have a cozy night on the couch! I enjoy cooking, movies, video games, puzzles, and board games. Outside, you’ll often find me bouldering, snowboarding, hiking, or camping. I try not to take life too seriously, and always find ways to bring humor and lightness into the work I do!
Please contact our office today to schedule a free phone consultation. During this time our Client Care Coordinator can talk more about what’s going on and how I can help you feel better.
