Talia Sternberg
They/Them
About Talia
Talia (they/them) is white, antiracist, queer, trans, disabled, neurodivergent, and a lifelong learner. They approach therapy through a radical social justice lens, understanding that things like anxiety, depression, and other so-called “disordered” behaviors often come from trauma and oppressive systems—not personal failures.
Talia believes healing is political—just like joy, community, and learning to trust ourselves. They create space where you feel respected and your autonomy is honored. Their approach is strengths-based, collaborative, and grounded in values including queer and neurodivergent-affirming care, disability justice, fat liberation, and abolition. They specialize in working with queer and/or neurodivergent adults, though they welcome people from all backgrounds. Talia believes everyone is worthy of love (that’s right, even you!) and is honored to support you on your own terms.
Therapeutic Approach
Talia is committed to making therapy accessible and welcoming, honoring your values, needs, and choices. In fancy therapy speak, their approach is rooted in liberatory and anti-oppressive frameworks, and emphasizes relational healing and radical authenticity. Talia is passionate about helping folks get unstuck so they can be more present in their lives and feel empowered to make choices that honor what they want and need. Talia enjoys creating a collaborative environment, incorporating body-based and interactive practices, including somatic and experiential therapies.
Education & Training
- SWC: Social Work Candidate, Colorado
- MA: Masters in Social Work | Metropolitan State University of Denver | Graduated May 23′
- Ongoing Clinical Consultation for Complex Trauma and Dissociation, emphasizing Somatic Integration | facilitated by Jess Tiergyn PhD, LPC of Caliber Counseling | May 25′ to present
- Neurodivergence, Trauma, and Somatic Experiencing | Facilitated by Sarah Schlote, MA, RP, CCC, SEP | Completed August 25′
- Transformative Conflict Skills | facilitated by The Stoke Collective | completed June 25′
- Bringing Family Systems to Trans and Non-Binary Families | facilitated by May Fianna LMFT, MA | completed January 25′
- Plurality & Psychotherapy | facilitated by Felix Lefevre LPC, NCC of Variant Counseling | completed August 24′
- Anti-racism in the Mental Health Field | facilitated by Kamleh Shaban PhD of Saha Psychiatry | completed in March 24′
- Supporting Trans & Nonbinary Communities in Post-Election Distress | facilitated by Dr. Sebastian Barr, PhD of Transpsychology | completed February 24′
- Role-Play Training for Assessing and Treating Suicidal Risk | facilitated through CAMS-care, LLC | completed in November 23′
- Decolonizing Body Positivity and Eating Disorder Harm Reduction | facilitated by Gloria Lucas from Nalgona Positivity Pride | completed in April 23′
- Gender and Plurality: Navigating Gender Identity and Transition for Plural Systems | facilitated by Felix Lefevre LPC, NCC of Variant Counseling | completed March 23′
- Gender Affirming Care Letter Training | facilitated by Eunice Kwon LCSW through Joy as Resistance | completed February 23′
- Skills-Based Crisis Response Training | Facilitated by Project Lets | Completed February 21′
- Including the ‘I:’ Intersex Experiences and the Importance of Trans Allyship | facilitated by Dr. Sam Sharpe of InterConnect | completed March 23′
- Gender Affirming Care for Eating Disorder Treating within the College Student Population | facilitated by Quinn Haisley RD of Practice Eros Nutrition LLC | completed March 23′
Experience
- Extensive experience with queer/LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent communities.
- Experience working with those labeled as “gifted,” “twice-exceptional,” or “high intellect”
- Trained in anti-carceral crisis interventions and suicide prevention.
- Specialized training and experience working with complex trauma.
- Specialized training and experience working with plurality, multiplicity, and dissociative disorders.
- Experience in community mental health settings.
- Experience running skills and process groups.
Ready to Start Your Journey with Talia?
Take the first step toward wellness with a free consultation. We’re here to listen, understand your unique needs, and explore how our therapeutic approach can support your path to greater well-being and resilience.
✓ Free 15-minute consultation call
✓ Personalized treatment planning
✓ Compassionate, evidence-based care