Amberlee is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Therapist with a passion for helping young adults and families heal, grow, and thrive. Her journey in wilderness therapy began over 20 years ago, and returning to Legacy/Juniper Canyon feels like a return to her roots. She has seen firsthand how nature, experiential therapy, and equine work create deep healing and personal transformation, and she is honored to walk alongside her clients on this journey.
With over a decade of experience in residential treatment which included the role of assistant clinical director, community mental health, and private practice, Amberlee specializes in attachment disorders, trauma, behavioral issues, and substance abuse. Prior to becoming a therapist, she worked as a high school teacher and special education director, which deepened her understanding of the unique challenges young people and families face.
At the heart of the program is a commitment to community, psychotherapy, and the power of wilderness living, offering individuals a space to develop self-awareness, strengthen relationships, and build a balanced, fulfilling life. Amberlee’s role is to help clients make sense of their experiences, recognize the impact of family dynamics, and move toward personal growth and authenticity.
She takes an individualized and relationship-centered approach, integrating evidence-based techniques she is certified in such as; EMDR, CBT, DBT, Experiential Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Equine-Assisted Therapy (EAGALA), Somatic Integration, Trauma Focused Yoga Therapy, Play Therapy techniques, and Internal Family Systems Therapy. Whether in individual sessions or group work, she strives to create a supportive environment that fosters accountability, connection, and meaningful change. She particularly loves incorporating horses into therapy to strengthen communication, trust, and connection within families.
When she is not working, Amberlee embraces the great outdoors with her four incredible kids and young grandson. She can often be found boating, wake surfing, riding ATVs, skiing, snowboarding, or hiking—anything that gets them outside and active!
