Cathleen brings over 30 years of diverse healthcare experience, specializing in social work and nursing across multiple settings. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, graduating summa cum laude from the University of Southern Colorado in 1995, before completing a Master’s in Social Work with a Healthcare concentration at the University of Denver in 1997. She achieved advanced practice and licensure status in 1999 and is also a Licensed Practical Nurse in Colorado, with eligibility under the compact agreement for Arizona, New Mexico, Utah, and Nevada.

Cathleen’s extensive clinical background includes in-patient psychiatric care, high-risk pregnancies, neonatal intensive care, mother-baby units, medical-surgical care, senior care, and hospice. Since 2008, she has dedicated her expertise to supporting active-duty service members across all branches of the U.S. military, as well as allied forces. She has worked at Peterson AFB, CO; Al Dhafra Air Base, UAE; the U.S. Embassy in Abu Dhabi; and Luke AFB, AZ, where she continues to serve active duty, reserve, and National Guard personnel.

Cathleen specializes in treating depression, anxiety, sleep dysfunction, life stressors, grief and loss, and trauma, utilizing evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and Prolonged Exposure Therapy. With a compassionate and results-driven approach, she is committed to helping individuals navigate challenges and improve their well-being.