Who We Are
A subsidiary of the Rocky Mountain Humanistic Counseling and Psychological Association (RMHCPA). The Center for Humanistic and Interpersonal Psychotherapy (CHIP) is a fully inclusive mental health clinic dedicated to providing compassionate, accessible, and high-quality care for everyone in our community. We believe that mental health support should be accessible, welcoming, affirming, and tailored to each individual’s unique needs. Our team is committed to fostering a safe and supportive environment where people of all backgrounds can heal, grow, and thrive. Whether you’re seeking therapy, resources, or community support, we are here to walk alongside you on your journey to well-being.

Dr. Hoffman manages his solo private practice and has extensive clinical supervision experience. Dr. Hoffman is a Fellow of the American Psychological Association. He contributes significantly to the scholarly literature on Existential-Humanistic psychology. Dr. Hoffman serves on the Board of several scholarly journals and is Editor of the University Professors Press.

Dr. Vargas has extensive clinical supervision experience, expansive knowledge of systemic psychotherapy, and strong appreciation for the craft of psychotherapy; including, 19 years of full-time core faculty experience training, supervising and educating 1,000+ graduate and doctoral level students. Dr. Vargas has the coveted AAMFT Approved Supervisor designation and manages a private supervision practice. Dr. Vargas is a board member of the RMHCPA. Dr. Vargas is Past Editor of the peer-reviewed, open access journal, the Counseling & Family Therapy Scholarship Review.

Dr. V brings over 20 years of dedicated practice in the mental health field to CHIP. Throughout her career, she has established and maintained a thriving internship training site, helping to shape the next generation of counseling professionals.

As a clinical supervisor and clinical professor, Dr. V has guided countless students and early-career therapists in developing their clinical skills and professional identities. Her approach is deeply rooted in Existential-Humanistic perspectives, emphasizing authentic human connection, personal meaning-making, and the importance of being fully present with clients.

Dr. V is fiercely committed to grounding therapy in justice and liberation, weaving these principles into both her clinical work and teaching practice. Her dedication to these values creates a foundation for therapeutic relationships that honor the full humanity and dignity of each person while recognizing the impact of systemic factors on mental health.

Joseph is a dedicated clinical psychotherapist with a passion for existential-humanism, psychoanalysis, neuropsychology, ecopsychology, and group psychotherapy. He currently works with clients at Colorado Men’s Therapy (his private practice), the Center for Humanistic & Interpersonal Psychotherapy, and leads groups and overnight retreats with Fishing the Good Fight. Vanderhoff holds a Master of Arts from the University of Denver in Counseling Psychology and a Bachelor of Arts from Virginia Commonwealth University in Philosophy. He is a contributing author to The Evidence-Based Foundations of Existential-Humanistic Psychotherapy (APA Books, 2025) and is currently working on several other publications.

Olivia believes that the therapeutic relationship is one of the most powerful tools for achieving lasting change and meaningful growth. Through an empathic and trusting connection, she helps clients gain a deeper understanding of themselves and the challenges that bring them to therapy. This relational foundation allows for collaborative work toward progress that aligns with each client’s unique goals.

Jeff Singer is a fourth-year PsyD student in clinical psychology at the University of Denver’s Graduate School of Professional Psychology. Jeff’s passion for relational depth therapy informs his clinical work. He has worked in a variety of clinical settings including areas of substance use, trauma, group therapy, college counseling, and long-term depth therapy. Jeff’s therapeutic approach is one that integrates existential-humanistic, psychodynamic, and relational perspectives. He tailors therapy to the unique needs of each client, ensuring it is a collaborative process. Jeff believes that enduring change results from expanding one’s understanding of self, developing deeper compassion and acceptance, and learning to move in the direction of deeper authenticity. This movement comes in the context of creating a non-judgmental, warm, and curious space where exploration and healing can take place.

Tyler is a clinical psychology doctoral student whose work centers on helping individuals navigate the complexities of being human in an often overwhelming and unpredictable world. He has worked across clinical, academic, and community-based settings, supporting clients through challenges related to anxiety, depression, identity development, grief, trauma, and existential distress. . He works with clients to understand how their struggles are shaped by personal history, cultural context, and relational patterns—while also helping them clarify what matters most in their lives.