Dr. Higgins is trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), ERP (Exposure with Response Prevention)—a gold-standard treatment for anxiety and OCD—and Somatic Experiencing (SE), a body-centered therapy for trauma resolution and nervous system regulation. She also draws on mindfulness practices, meditation, and cognitive-behavioral strategies to help clients manage stress, process painful emotions, and build resilience.

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Her clinical background is extensive, having provided therapy across a range of settings: university counseling centers, hospitals, schools, nonprofit organizations, county mental health programs, outpatient clinics, and international counseling centers in South Africa and Uganda. This breadth of experience allows her to approach each client with both deep expertise and genuine compassion.

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Dr. Higgins earned her B.A. in Psychology from the University of Colorado at Boulder and received both her M.A. and Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Denver. In addition to her clinical training, she is a certified yoga instructor, which further informs her holistic approach to healing by emphasizing the connection between mental and physical well-being.

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Whether clients are managing through complex emotions, going through a big life transition, experiencing relationship stress, or needing specific mental health support, Dr. Higgins tailors her support to her clients specific needs. Her goal is to help people reduce suffering, reconnect with themselves, and create lives that feel meaningful and whole.