GUSS K., MS, LPC (he/HIM/HIS)
Director
Guss has lived in Denver since 2013 after leaving Oklahoma, where he attended the University of Oklahoma, studying philosophy and psychology. He is finishing a master’s in clinical mental health counseling, with plans to obtain a Ph.D. in psychology. While Guss has worked with many populations, he is most passionate about working with gender-variant individuals. He enjoys reading, napping with his cats, and cooking for loved ones.
Mouse L., ma, LPCc (they/them)
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SPECIALIST
Erin received a bachelor’s degree in psychology with a minor in gender and women’s studies at Union College in Schenectady, New York. They moved to Denver to attend the University of Denver’s master’s program in counseling psychology. Identifying as a queer, femme, agender person and having many loved ones who identify as queer, trans, and gender-expansive, they are passionate about providing affirming therapy to the LGBTQI+ community. They enjoy hiking, playing rugby, arts and crafts, and spending time with their partner, dog, and a rotating cast of pet mice.
Emily K., LsW (They/Them)
Behavioral Health specialist
Born and raised in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Emily completed their bachelor’s degree in psychology and history at Oberlin College. They received their MA in social work from the University of Denver. Emily has experience with harm reduction techniques, and has worked with the queer community, individuals who inject drugs, and those experiencing mental health crises and suicidal thoughts. Emily enjoys spending time with their partner exploring Colorado’s many hot springs, hanging out with their dog and two cats, and caring for their house plants.
Melissa G., msw, (they/them)
Harm Reduction Case Manager
Melissa came to Denver from Michigan with a (several year) pitstop in Vermont. They earned their BA from University of Michigan and their MSW from University of Denver. They use their experiences working in victim’s advocacy, queer youth advocacy, and on food and housing security to inform their social work practice. Melissa identifies as queer and non-binary and is grateful to be able to provide support to and build affirming spaces for their community.
Sasha H., (xe/xem)
Peer Support Specialist
Sasha (xe/xem) is from New York and got xyrs BS from the University of Michigan and MPH from Boston University before moving to Denver. Xe is passionate about using xir lived experience with mental health and suicidal ideation, substance use, and exploring gender identity to help those working through xir own struggles. Sasha identifies as Demigender and Pansexual. Sasha loves skiing and snowboarding, going to the movies, kayaking, discovering new music, hiking, hockey and baseball, and spending time with friends and family.