Meet the Team
Gina Porter, LPC
Gina is the owner of High Rockies Counseling and enjoys working with high-achievers, perfectionists, chronic people-pleasers, athletes, and professionals. Gina is passionate about helping individuals find purpose and work through issues that may be blocking them from the life they want. She is experienced in helping clients work through trauma and improve symptoms of depression and anxiety. Gina works with clients to grow their resilience and increase self-confidence.
Professional Counseling For Anxiety, Depression, And More
Gina works with men and women of all ages struggling with anxiety, depression, PTSD, low self-esteem, stress, meaning and purpose, and life transitions. Gina is passionate about personal growth for not only her clients, but herself too. In her time outside of the office, Gina enjoys adventuring with her family, hiking in the mountains, camping, and cold-plunging in local rivers and lakes.
LPC Supervision
Gina is now a Licensed Professional Counselor supervisor in the state of Colorado. If you are interested in clinical supervision, please reach out to learn more.
Insurances Accepted: Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield, CHP+, Medicaid, United, UMR
Nastya May, LPCC
Nastya May is a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate (LPCC) in Colorado. With a background in education and a deep compassion for helping others, Nastya brings valuable experience into her work with adolescents and adults navigating challenges like depression, anxiety, trauma, eating disorders, and body image concerns.
Nastya meets each client with authenticity, respect, warmth, and empathy. Nastya uses techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and feminist therapy—especially when supporting individuals impacted by abuse, trauma, or societal pressures. She believes in helping clients externalize their struggles, recognizing that current difficulties often reflect what has happened to them, not what’s wrong with them.
Nastya supports individuals’ healing journeys by facilitating a safe space in which they can understand more about who they are, what they value most, and learn how to overcome challenges.
When she's not in session, Nastya enjoys hiking Colorado’s Rainbow Trail with her two dogs (and sometimes her cat, too!), gardening, practicing yoga, and getting lost in a good mystery audiobook
Insurances Accepted: Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield, CHP+, Medicaid, United, UMR
Tammie Smeltzer, LPCC
Tammie holds a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Colorado Christian University. After years devoted to raising her children and serving in education, Tammie felt a strong calling into the counseling field. Her journey later in life gave Tammie a broader perspective, shaped by real-world experiences in marriage, divorce, parenting, and the demands of modern life.
As a Christian, Tammie's faith is central to her outlook and guides her work. She also recognizes that not everyone seeks faith-based counseling, and she respects each client's unique journey. Tammie holds a commitment to honor personal values, whether or not you choose to integrate faith into therapy. You are accepted and respected here, just as you are.
Tammie offers counseling for young adults and couples, virtually and in-office in Greeley, Colorado.
Insurances Accepted: Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield, UHC, United, UMR, and Medicaid
Tammie's in-person location in Greeley, CO is located at 4689 W. 20th Street, Suite E-2, Greeley, CO, 80634.
Mick Lindquist, Counselor-in-Training
My name is Mick, and I am currently enrolled at Adams State University, pursuing my master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. After spending much of my professional life in the construction industry, I felt called to shift my career toward something that allowed me to help others in a deeper, more meaningful way.
My own positive experiences in both individual and group therapy inspired me to become a counselor and help others experience the growth and healing I experienced firsthand. I bring warmth, empathy, and a genuine respect for each client’s journey into every session. My hope is that my personal experience and ability to connect with others will help clients feel safe, supported, and understood as they work toward their goals. When I’m not counseling, I enjoy spending time outdoors with my wife, our two young boys, and our Golden Retriever, Chuck, exploring the beauty of the Rockies together.
Jayme Pratz, Admin Assistant
Jayme is a talented individual with a background in psychology and marketing who assists with many of the tasks around the office. Jayme plays a key role in the operations of High Rockies Counseling, helping with many day-to-day tasks and business growth. Jayme assists with general communications with clients, billing, scheduling, marketing, and more.
Jayme enjoys many adventures in her spare time, mostly outdoors. She also enjoys crafting and spending time with her kids. Her greatest joy is helping people and animals in the community.
”Vulnerability is not winning or losing; it’s having the courage to show up and be seen when we have no control over the outcome.” Brené Brown.
Location
245 E Rainbow Blvd, Suite 12
Salida, CO, 81201
ADA Accessible
Office Phone
(719) 239-0747