Brian Yoder

Brian Yoder is a Licensed Professional Counselor who has been working with individuals and communities since 2008. He earned his MS in Counseling from Colorado State University and has built a practice grounded in EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and motivational interviewing. Brian is among Colorado’s first Licensed Natural Medicine Clinical Facilitators, reflecting his dedication to advancing psychedelic-assisted therapy as a pathway to healing.

Background & Experience

Brian has pursued extensive training in psychedelic-assisted therapy through CIIS, MAPS, InnerTrek, and Fluence. His professional background includes experience as a school counselor and supervisor, as well as serving as an adjunct instructor at UC-Denver. He maintains a private practice, Catalyst Counseling, and is currently building Catalyst Journeys, a healing center dedicated to expanding access to transformative therapeutic experiences. Brian also brings over a decade of experience as a Grand Canyon river guide, reflecting a deep connection to nature and adventure as sources of healing.

Our Approach

Brian believes that meaningful change happens when people are met with both warmth and honesty. His approach combines evidence-based trauma therapies with the emerging science of psychedelic-assisted healing, offering clients a comprehensive framework for recovery and growth. Whether in the therapy room or on the river, Brian is committed to helping people reconnect with their own resilience and capacity for transformation.