Sage Nestler, MSW

Pronouns: He/They

Email: sage@releasingthephoenix.org

QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION, & EXPERTISE

• Bachelor of Science in Social Work (BSSW) from Metropolitan State University of Denver

• Master of Social Work (MSW) from Metropolitan State University of Denver

  • with an emphasis on mental health & policy

• Certification in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

• Certification in Crystal Healing

• Mental Health Coaching

• Therapeutic Art Coaching

• Bibliotherapy

  • with an emphasis on the healing power of horror and utilizing romance to explore sexual orientation and identity

• Policy & Grant Work

• Continuing education for social work professionals on highly stigmatized disorder & compassionate care

MENTAL HEALTH TOPICS & CONDITIONS THAT SAGE SPECIALIZES IN:

• Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)

• Neurodivergence

  • with an emphasis on Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and autism

• Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (C-PTSD), Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), and trauma

• Eating Disorders & Body Image Concerns

• Anxiety and stress

• Depression

• Anxious-Attachment Healing

• Coping as a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP)

• Healing from Narcissistic Abuse

• Gender Exploration & Body Image Concerns Relating to Gender

• Supporting Queer Loved Ones with Mental Illness

OTHER FOCUSES FOR THE QUEER COMMUNITY:

• Advocating for yourself, your needs, and your rights

• Finding support in a political environment that is targeting queer folx – particularly the transgender and gender expansive community

AWARDS

• Best Policy Proposal & Revision Capstone

  • Metropolitan State University of Denver Master of Social Work Class of 2019

ASSOCIATIONS

• The National Education Alliance on Borderline Personality Disorder (NEABPD)

• Health at Every Size (HAES)

FEATURES/WRITING

• Articles in NAMI (under birth name “Ashley Nestler”)

• Articles in The Mighty

• Quote in “Anorexia vs. Bulimia: Knowing the Difference” from Recovery.com