Meet Our Team
Meet our team of compassionate, experienced therapists. We are committed to creating a space of understanding and acceptance, meeting each individual with respect and openness, and providing care that honors personal values, identities, and lived experience.
Tammy Brannen, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 25 years of experience, I have had the privilege of working with individuals across the lifespan—from young children and adolescents to older adults. My passion lies in supporting people through life’s most challenging moments, and I bring extensive experience in the areas of grief and loss, serious illness, end-of-life transitions, caregiving, and compassion fatigue, particularly among helping professionals. At the core of my practice is the belief in the healing power of a strong, compassionate client-therapist relationship. I offer a grounded and supportive presence, trusting that each person holds the innate wisdom and inner resources needed for healing, growth, and a deeper sense of peace. My approach is rooted in gratitude and a deep appreciation for the resilience of the human spirit. I believe that when we offer healing to ourselves, we extend that healing to others and to the world around us. At our core, we are all doing our best to make sense of our experiences and find ways to adapt and grow. Whether you're navigating loss, caregiving, or simply seeking greater emotional well-being, I’m here to walk alongside you with empathy and respect. My training includes: Psychedelic Assisted Therapy EMDR Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Trauma-Responsive Practices Sand Tray Training / Play Therapy Mindfulness Techniques
Janet Severance, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Janet brings over 30 years of dedicated experience to her clinical practice, much of which was spent at Pathways Hospice and the Pathways Grief & Loss Counseling Program in Fort Collins, Colorado. Janet specializes in grief counseling and has spent the majority of her career supporting individuals, families, and communities impacted by death, regardless of cause. Her work includes compassionate care for children, teens, and adults experiencing grief, as well as those living with long-term or serious illness and the family members and caregivers who support them. She has developed particular expertise in working with children and youth affected by loss, offering individual, family, and group counseling, along with extensive outreach and education throughout Northern Colorado, including within school systems. Janet’s clinical background also includes a strong foundation in medical social work, with experience in palliative and hospice care across all age groups. She is a seasoned educator and presenter on topics such as compassion fatigue, resilience-building, and professional self-care, and continues to support fellow clinicians and caregivers through these lenses. Her therapeutic approach is client-centered and strengths-based. She integrates specialized training in Sand Tray Therapy for both children and adults and has served as a supervisor and mentor to professional colleagues and graduate students throughout her career. In her current practice, Janet offers support for a wide range of life transitions, including: Grief and loss from death and non-death losses Pet loss and companionship grief Anxiety and depression Caregiving stress and life transitions Janet’s work is grounded in empathy, presence, and a deep respect for the human capacity to heal and grow through life’s most challenging experiences.
Chanda Elkins, MSW, SWC
Social Worker
I’m a career-change social worker and proud graduate of the University of Denver’s Graduate School of Social Work. My passion lies in supporting individuals of all ages who are struggling—or simply seeking someone who will truly listen and understand. My work is deeply informed by both clinical training and personal experience, including my time as an Army veteran and as a mother to a childhood cancer survivor. These life experiences allow me to bring a unique level of empathy and insight to the therapeutic space. I specialize in supporting those dealing with PTSD, anxiety, medical trauma, serious illness, grief, and depression. I’ve received specialized training in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), which I offer to clients of all ages to help release trauma stored in the nervous system. My work with children is grounded in play-based therapy, allowing young clients to express themselves through play, sand tray, art—and in some cases—aquatic therapy. I believe that children are not “little adults,” especially in medical environments, and they deserve therapeutic spaces that honor their unique developmental needs. My approach is to create a safe, fun, and affirming environment where children can be themselves while processing difficult experiences in ways that feel natural and supported. In every session—whether for an adult or a child—you can expect care that is customized to your individual needs. I draw on approaches such as: Mindfulness Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) EMDR Grief Counseling Supportive and strengths-based therapy My goal is to help you or your child leave each session feeling more grounded, understood, and empowered. It is both a privilege and an honor to be invited into your healing journey. I’m here to walk alongside you with compassion, support, and deep appreciation for your courage.
Amy Martonis, MSW, SWC
Social Worker
With over 20 years of experience as a social work practitioner, I hold a deep belief in our innate capacity to heal, grow, and create meaningful change. My practice is grounded in a collaborative, client-centered approach. I work with adults, adolescents, and couples, drawing from a range of therapeutic methods tailored to meet your unique needs and goals. In our work together, you’ll find a safe, compassionate space to explore your experiences, make sense of your emotions, and develop insight into where you want to go from here. We’ll work together to build practical tools and strategies that support your growth and help you move forward with intention. I view the therapeutic relationship as a sacred trust. Sharing your story in a supportive, nonjudgmental environment can be a powerful and transformative experience—and I am honored to be part of that journey with you.
Ann Perry, MA, LPCC
Counselor
After 34 wonderful years with Poudre School District—first as a special education teacher and later as a school counselor—I’ve embarked on a new chapter in my professional journey. I’m thrilled to share that I’ve joined The Creative Healing Center in Loveland, where I now offer private mental health counseling as a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate (LPCC). My passion for supporting children and families has guided this transition. I provide counseling services to children, teens, and adults using a range of therapeutic approaches tailored to each individual’s needs. My training includes: Trauma-Responsive Practices Sand Tray Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Solution-Focused Therapy Yoga Calm Mindfulness Techniques I am currently building a part-time practice and am available for in-person sessions on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, with telehealth options also offered on those days. The Creative Healing Center accepts various insurance plans as well as private pay. If you or someone you know might benefit from compassionate, evidence-based counseling support, I’d be honored to connect. Please don’t hesitate to reach out! Warmly, Ann
Julia J. Krump, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
I became a Licensed Clinical Social Worker because I am passionate about helping individuals recover from religious trauma, relationship wounds, and patterns of people- pleasing and perfectionism. Through 10 years of bringing this passion to therapy, I have witnessed my clients gain radical self-compassion and build a strong, trusting relationship with themselves. From this deeply supportive space, they have learned to set and keep boundaries for self-care, find a clear understanding of their identity, and uncovered a deep and abiding ability to nurture and care for their pain and trauma. This has resulted in my clients gently leading themselves into the life they’ve been yearning for. I deeply value a strong, trusting, and safe therapeutic relationship and the co-creation of this container for the work we do together. I value and trust your internal healing wisdom, and am committed to exploring and developing this together in safety. My approach is rooted in curiosity, compassion, trust, and evidence-based practices, and is trauma-informed. I draw on modalities such as NARM (Neuro-Affective Relational Model), DBT, ACT, IFS, mindfulness meditation, and self-compassion work to support your process of healing and transformation. I also specialize in ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP) as an adjunctive healing tool for those who feel stuck in traditional talk therapy. KAP, used within a trauma- informed and integrative context, can help open pathways toward insight, healing, and clarity.
Steve Dougherty, LPCC
Counselor
My path to counseling has been unconventional. I began my career as a neuroscience researcher, studying emotional regulation in the brain. I was fascinated by how our nervous systems work, but over time I realized understanding the science of the brain wasn't the same as understanding people living with that brain. I found myself drawn to sitting with people in their struggles and helping them heal. This realization led me to pursue my MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, where I discovered I could bring together my scientific understanding with the relational, compassionate work I am passionate about. I bring a holistic approach to therapy, drawing from Internal Family Systems (IFS), somatic techniques, and nervous system regulation. Understanding how trauma affects both brain and body informs my work, and I help clients find pathways to healing that honor the mind-body connection. At the heart of my practice, I'm committed to creating a safe, collaborative space where all parts of you are welcome - where you can explore your challenges, reconnect with your own wisdom, and move toward lasting change.