OUR TEAM
Glory McDaniel
Founder
Executive Director
Glory McDaniel earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Human Services with emphases in Domestic Violence Counseling and Addiction Counseling from the Metropolitan State University of Denver (MSUD) in 2013. She interned with the Center for Trauma and Resilience, formerly known as Denver Center for Crime Victims (DCCV), and later joined the Colorado Organization of Victim Assistance (COVA) as their Human Trafficking Case Manager. In May of 2018, she earned her Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Program from Denver Seminary. Glory is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Marriage and Family Therapist Candidate (MFT-C), and Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC).
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Glory is a bilingual therapist of Puerto Rican heritage, peer mentor, peer supervisor, clinical supervisor, and consultant working with specific treatment of co-occurring substance use disorders and post-traumatic stress, leading both English and Spanish groups, educating the community as well as individual counseling. She serves on the board of the Colorado Association of Addiction Professionals (CAAP).
Glory is a facilitator and trainer-of-trainers for Mending the Soul (MTS) groups and Seeking Safety groups for women survivors of domestic violence (DV)/Intimate Partner Violence (IPV), focusing on healing from physical, psychological, emotional, financial, and spiritual abuse. She is currently training male and LGBTQAI+ members to become Mending the Soul group facilitators.
Glory's dream has always been to help those individuals needing help by providing support, counseling, and education on various topics including domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, anxiety, depression, mental illness, and substance use disorder, She maintains a thriving private practice called Bilingual Counseling Services, LLC.
In 2020, Glory created Crisálida, Inc., a 501(c)3 nonprofit to help abused women and children, and victims of crime, by providing necessary life skills and relational support that will empower them to become self-sufficient and live a functional and thriving life.
Tim Kitchens
Clinical Supervisor
Tim Kitchens is a Regis University graduate, achieving a Master’s in Counseling in 2020, where he was the only recipient of the Excellence in Practice Award that year. Tim is a dual licensed counselor: LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor), meaning Tim is licensed to offer mental health therapy in the state of CO; and LAC (Licensed Addiction Counselor), meaning Tim is licensed to treat substance use disorders in the state. Tim has been working in the addiction field for over 9.5 years, with work stemming from community volunteerism to inpatient hospitals to outpatient treatment centers. As an avid learner who continually researches trending topics, Tim has dedicated himself to ongoing training in the psychological field, from work within specific populations (i.e. adolescents, substance use) to theoretical/ modality approaches (i.e., existentialism, dialectical behavioral therapy, trauma-informed/-focused/-responsive care).Tim is active in his advocacy work in the substance use field through sitting on the NAADAC-affiliate board for Colorado, CAAP. He has been a member of this board for 5 years now, where he currently serves as the secretary and heads the prevention committee. Tim dedicates himself to a service-oriented mindset and feels his work with HardBeauty continues to offer him the ability to be a responsible community member.
Kimberly Tovar
Clinical Intern
I'm dedicated to providing compassionate, personalized care to individuals on their
journey toward healing and growth. With a person-centered approach, I believe in the
unique worth of each person, tailoring therapy sessions to their specific needs and
goals. My expertise lies in supporting individuals and families dealing with substance use disorders, offering evidence-based interventions and holistic support. Additionally, I specialize in helping postpartum moms navigate the challenges of motherhood, providing nonjudgmental support for postpartum depression, anxiety, and other mood disorders. With warmth and empathy, I strive to build a therapeutic alliance based on trust and collaboration. My goal is to offer high-quality, client-centered care that
promotes healing and perseverance.
Claudia Barajas
Peer Recovery Coach
My name is Claudia Barajas. I am bilingual and I have lived experience with trauma, domestic violence, sexual abuse and Loved ones with substance use disorders. And I believe that recovery is 100% possible with compassion, determination for change and hard work.
(RCPF)-Recovery Coach Professional Facilitator, (CRAFT)-Community Reinforcement and Family Training Facilitator, (APRS)-Advance Peer Recovery Specialist, Choices Train the Trainer.
(MHFA)-Mental Health First Aid, Healthcare Training, Naloxone Training, And Mandatory Reporter.
Edwin Ruiz
Clinician
Edwin Ruiz is a bilingual therapist (English and Spanish) that immigrated from Oaxaca, Mexico, at the age of 20 to find better opportunities. He enrolled in ESL classes and learned English as an adult. He worked in construction, janitorial services, food services, and entrepreneurship in his own construction company, all prior to obtaining his Counseling MA. He had the opportunity to work at the DA's office as a victim advocate, and later as a diversion services coordinator. He also worked as a community organizer for Colorado Immigrants Rights Coalition (CIRC). His passion has always been to advocate for those seldom-heard voices.
Edwin has worked with people aged six to seventy-five years of age. He has experience working in individual as well as group settings.
Edwin loves to engage in community talks, to continue conversations with stakeholders to help make mental health accessible to everyone, regardless of financial situation, race, color, gender, or language. He strongly believes that everyone deserves access to professional services, with the hope of helping them find peace and happiness in their life's journey.
Dwayne Roberts
Peer Recovery Coach
Dwayne is a guiding light, offering a unique blend of spiritual wisdom and practical expertise. With a Bachelor's Degree in Biblical Studies and currently pursuing a second degree in Organizational Management in Christian Leadership, along with certification as a D.I.S.C. Behavioral Consultant, he brings a holistic approach to personal development and leadership.
Dwayne is not just a Speaker, Podcast Host, Certified Extreme Execution Coach, & John Maxwell Certified Coach; he is a dedicated mentor committed to equipping men with the essential tools for leading fulfilling lives. Rooted in purpose, self-awareness, and authenticity, his mission is to empower men to thrive in every aspect of their journey.
Ariana Huerta
Case Manager
Ariana obtained her Bachelor's degree in Spanish with an emphasis in communication in 2021 from the University of Colorado Colorado Springs. She was part of the National Hispanic Honor Society, a program in the Spanish department which served the hispanic community.
In November of 2019, Ariana traveled to Peru in order to help the indigenous community with their needs. Ariana was also the interpreter at commencement ceremonies for UCCS. These experiences were when she started to get involved with other companies to interpret and most importantly help our hispanic/latino community, where resources are limited.
Today, Ariana believes that helping others was and always will be her goal, and is why she studied such an important language, in order to know everything behind the culture, language, and race. She helps others by providing support in getting clients counseling, resources such as medical, dental, domestic violence support, and interpretations.
Danielle Finklea
Project Manager
Danielle M. Finklea, MA, LPCC, currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer and Founder of Imagine Me LLC. She received a Master of Arts in Counseling from Regis University in Denver, Colorado and a Bachelor of Arts with a concentration in child advocacy from the Florida Institute of Technology in Melbourne, Florida. Danielle's professional journey began with supporting children with autism. Her focus shifted as department head of a 36 bed safe house for women and children. Her dedication to assisting families in the safe house led to a commitment to aid individuals and families in overcoming substance use disorder, domestic violence, and generational trauma. Danielle trains Colorado state healthcare professionals in culturally responsive care, and empathy related injuries. She facilitates Anger Management Courses and multiple recovery related groups. Danielle serves on Colorado’s Maternal Mortality Review Committee and the Pikes Peak Continuum of Care Committee. She has been a member of the ACA since 2018, CCA since 2024, and NAADAC since 2022. Danielle, originally Washington DC, now lives in Colorado.
Monica Cortes
Peer Recovery Coach
I am Mónica Cortés, I was born in Costa Rica and in 2005 I moved to Denver Colorado. I speak Spanish. Since 2023 I work in Crisálida as Peer Recovery Couch. I love what I do! I have training in holistic therapies such as Flores de Bach, Reiki, Tapping, Hoponopono and I am currently studying a master’s degree in Biodescoding with an emphasis on Neuro Linguistic Programming.I am passionate about everything that has to do with positive vibration and the power of human consciousness. I think we all have the opportunity to be better every day, but if we do it hand in hand, we can go further.I am convinced that poorly treated or unattended emotions are the source of many of our physical illnesses and emotional health difficulties, so we focus our sessions on changing the way we face our day to day. I seek the well-being of women who have suffered some kind of abuse or violence in their lives, through empowerment, positive mind and the strength of our thoughts to transform the negative into positive.​​
Kaela McDaniel
Administrative Assistant
Kaela McDaniel is the bilingual administrative assistant at Crisalida, Inc. Growing up, Kaela volunteered at a Women’s Shelter and assisted living residences, which is where her passion for helping others began. In 2014, she visited Ecuador on a mission trip to build a church and to visit orphanages. These experiences further pushed her to continue to help others in her community. Today, Kaela works at Crisalida, Inc creating avenues and opportunities for those in the community who require assistance.
