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Julius Benford was born and raised in Denver, CO. He attended Bethune-Cookman College where he pursued a degree in Education before ultimately completing his Bachelor’s Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies from Pfeiffer University. Julius has spent his career largely working with children in the Education system. It is this experience that helped him to identify an interest in becoming a therapist. Julius has an MS in Clinical Mental Health. His practicing methodologies for counseling are Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Mindfulness Counseling, and Motivational Interviewing. His focus is on family therapy and adolescents. Accepting New Clients.

Dr. Kareem Puranda is the Clinical Director of STCC. He is a Board Certified, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor, and Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist, certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT). He is a natural at helping people work through the delicate and uncomfortable conditions of their life’s journey. Dr. Puranda realized his greatest joy came from inspiring underserved youth to be great despite their circumstances. He has vast experience working with law enforcement officers, first responders, first-time offenders, adolescents, outpatient & residential treatment programs, and multicultural populations. Dr. Kareem uses integrative approaches to meet clients where they are. His philosophy and approach invite clients to think outside the box. He is an empathic counselor who views every client with unconditional positive regard. His commitment and sincerity in helping clients solve life challenges, make him trustworthy in the therapeutic relationship. ***Accepting First Responders/Law Enforcement professionals***