My STory

As a trauma therapist in Bailey, Colorado, I live with my husband, a firefighter and paramedic, and our four dogs and two goats. I know firsthand what hard calls, long shifts, and stress that follows you home can do to first responders and their families. With me, you won't have to explain it.

My own healing began in nature, and I'd love to help you find yours. Using EMDR, CBT, and DBT alongside nature-based therapy, we'll work at your pace, outdoors in the Colorado mountains or through secure telehealth sessions from home.

SCHEDULE CONSULTATION
Therapist Tess Harris hugging her golden retriever therapy dog, at VidaMinds Mental Health in Bailey, Colorado.
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  • Tess and her husband with their four dogs in the mountains
  • Tess and her dog sitting at the top of a snowy mountain, looking at each other
  • Maroon Bells landscape with Tess holding her dog up and smiling at camera
  • Tess and her dog sitting at the side of a mountainous lake and looking out at a mountain view
  • Snowy mountain scene with Tess and her two dogs playing in the snow
  • Desert camping scene with Tess and her dog
  • Image of Tess and her dog sitting in the snow looking at a campground sign
  • Tess holding her dog in a snowy mountainous scene, wearing a red beanie and a backpack
  • Tess playing with her dog at the peak of a snowy mountain with a beautiful snowy mountain range view

EXPERIENCE

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  • LPC.0021281

    Practicing since 2021 

  • NMIT.0000255

    Practicing since 2026

CREDENTIALS

  • Bachelor of Art in Psychology, University of Missouri-Columbia 

  • Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, CMHC Online

  • InnerTrek Psychedelic Facilitator Program

ACADEMICS

  • Multicultural Certificate

  • Ecotherapy Level 1

  • EMDR trained through Maiberger Institute

  • Certified First Responder Counselor

  • Animal Assisted Therapy

  • Colorado Natural Medicine Facilitator

CERTIFICATIONS/TRAININGS

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Schedule your free 15-minute phone consultation. It's a relaxed chance to share what's on your mind, talk about what you're hoping for, and see if we're a good fit. There's no pressure, and you don't need to have it all figured out.

TAKE THE FIRST STEP