Our Mission

Stacey Miller, LCSW, is a trauma-informed relational therapist who supports individuals, couples, families, and poly-families through a warm, collaborative, and empowerment-focused approach. She integrates multiple therapeutic modalities to meet clients where they are. Her work is grounded in cultural humility and an understanding of how identity, lived experience, and relational patterns shape the way clients navigate their lives and relationships. Stacey specializes in areas including trauma recovery, sexual health, intimacy concerns, relational conflict, emotional regulation, identity exploration, and self-empowerment. She is currently working toward AASECT certification to enhance her specialization in sex therapy.

Ashley Burk, MSW, LCSW, is an owner, therapist, and trainer at Adaptive Strength Consulting Group.  Working with an array of clients and mental health challenges, Ashley has chosen to specialize in working with individuals who struggle with PTSD, Neurodivergence, and FND/NES.

Ashley holds a BA in Human Development and Family Studies from American Military University and a Master degree in Social Work with a concentration in Children and Families from Walden University.  As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, she has experience supporting children, adolescents, adults, and families in outpatient, community-based, and residential care settings.  Ashley is committed to helping clients build resilience, strengthen their support systems, and make meaningful progress toward their goals. She provides evidence-based, client-centered counseling focused on assessment, treatment planning, trauma-informed care, family systems, and coordinated support across schools, providers, and community partners. Her dedication to providing individualized care and support is evident throughout the practice and business.  

At Adaptive Strength Consulting Group, Ashley provides leadership, training, therapy, and supervision to the community, providers, and students.  Having a background in trauma therapy and social work informs her training, supervision, and research.  Her goal with Adaptive Strength is to build a collaborative environment that strengthens connections, community resources, and knowledge among clinicians, professionals, students, and community members.  

Rachel Dowd is a Research Scientist at Adaptive Strength Consulting Group whose research examines how sex hormones influence human health and well-being. Her work is grounded in exercise and integrative physiology, with a particular interest in how changes in sex hormone levels affect metabolism, physical performance, and mental health.

Rachel holds a B.Sc. in Exercise Science and an M.Sc. in Applied Physiology from the University of Colorado Colorado Springs and is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Sport and Exercise Science at the University of Northern Colorado. Her master's research investigated the influence of menstrual cycle phase on airway function and respiratory muscle oxygen consumption. More recently, she has investigated the effects of cross-sex hormone therapy on physiological adaptations to resistance training, expanding her work into the broader effects of altered sex hormone environments. Her research experience includes hormone analysis, menstrual cycle tracking and verification, exercise prescription, and statistical analysis, as well as study design, human-subject research, IRB protocol development, and grant and proposal writing.

At Adaptive Strength Consulting Group, Rachel contributes throughout the research process, from developing research questions and designing studies to manuscript preparation and project oversight. Her background in physiology complements the organization's focus on investigating the relationship between sex hormones and mental health. Ultimately, her goal is to contribute to a more integrated understanding of the relationships among sex hormones, physiology, exercise, and mental health, supporting more individualized and evidence-based approaches to long-term health.

Jen is an experienced healthcare administrative professional serving as the Insurance Billing and Credentialing Coordinator for Adaptive Strength Consulting Group. With 10 years of experience in healthcare and three years specializing in medical billing, Jennifer brings a strong understanding of healthcare revenue cycle management, insurance processes, and provider credentialing.

In her role, Jen supports the organization’s billing and administrative operations by coordinating insurance claims, verifying eligibility and benefits, monitoring claim status, following up on unpaid or denied claims, and assisting with payment reconciliation. She also works closely with insurance carriers and payer representatives to resolve billing issues and ensure accurate and timely processing.

Jen specializes in provider credentialing and enrollment, including maintaining credentialing records, tracking applications and renewals, managing CAQH profiles, verifying provider credentials, and communicating with insurance networks. Her attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate, up-to-date information help support efficient operations and strong relationships with payers and providers.

Jen holds a degree in Medical Coding from Pikes Peak State College. Her combination of healthcare experience, medical coding knowledge, billing expertise, and credentialing experience allows her to provide dependable administrative support while helping healthcare providers navigate the complexities of insurance and reimbursement.

Tracie is a counseling intern with a heart for helping adolescents and young adults navigate anxiety, depression, overwhelm, perfectionism, and the pressures that can come with school, relationships, and planning for the future. Her goal is to create a welcoming space where clients can be themselves, feel genuinely heard, and know they do not have to have everything figured out.

She is especially passionate about working with athletes and student-athletes who may be balancing performance expectations, academics, injuries, recruiting, self-doubt, or fear of failure. Tracie believes mental health is just as important as physical health and enjoys helping athletes build confidence, develop healthy coping skills, and recognize that their identity extends far beyond their performance.

Tracie’s Christian faith is an important part of who she is and her calling to counseling. For clients who desire it, she welcomes the opportunity to incorporate faith, prayer, Scripture, and spiritual growth into the counseling process while respecting each person’s individual beliefs and experiences.

Her approach is compassionate, collaborative, and practical. Whether clients are experiencing anxiety, depression, feeling overwhelmed, or simply going through a difficult season, Tracie hopes to provide a safe place where they feel supported as they develop greater confidence, resilience, and hope.