Tanner Oliver, LCSW, NMIT
Licensed Clinical Social Worker & General Manager
Sees: Adults (18+) and couples
About Tanner Oliver
Tanner Oliver, LCSW, NMIT, is a licensed clinical social worker in Colorado. Tanner is FRTC's general manager and supervises our team of licensed social workers and clinical social work candidates.
He oversees FRTC's couples therapy program and has a special interest in anxiety disorders, emotional dysregulation, borderline personality disorder, and trauma-related issues.
Tanner completed the University of Colorado Denver Center for Psychedelic Research's facilitator training program and is a state-licensed natural medicine facilitator practicing under Colorado's Natural Medicine Health Act.
Tanner provides couples therapy and works with individual adult clients.
Articles by Tanner Oliver
Does Medicaid Cover DBT in Colorado?
Health First Colorado covers DBT, but your plan and which programs contract with it decide whether you can get in. A plain breakdown.
Psilocybin and SSRIs: Do You Have to Stop Your Antidepressant?
Whether to taper an SSRI or SNRI before psilocybin therapy is unsettled. The evidence on both sides, and how to decide with your prescriber.
Psilocybin Contraindications: Who Natural Medicine Is Not a Good Fit For
A plain-language list of who should not do psilocybin therapy — the firm rule-outs, the situations that need a longer conversation, and how…
Preparing for Your First Psilocybin Session
A practical guide to physical, emotional, and logistical preparation for your first psilocybin-assisted therapy session in Colorado.
Psychedelic Therapy for Couples: What the Research Says
What the research says about psychedelic and psilocybin therapy for couples — relationship satisfaction, intimacy, integration, and the…
Psilocybin in Colorado: One Year In
One year into Colorado's Natural Medicine Health Act: what's actually available for psilocybin-assisted therapy, the evidence, and what to…
Sarah Gordis Earns DBT-Linehan Board Certification
Sarah Gordis, LCSW is now a DBT-Linehan Board Certified DBT Clinician™ — the field's gold-standard credential.
Is Psilocybin Therapy Right for You?
Not sure if psilocybin therapy is right for you? Walk through key questions on readiness, contraindications, timing, and goals to decide.
Where Is Psilocybin Legal in the U.S.? A State-by-State Guide (2026)
Where is psilocybin legal in the United States? A 2026 state-by-state guide to legal psilocybin therapy, decriminalization, and your…
Colorado Natural Medicine Act
A plain-language breakdown of Colorado's Natural Medicine Health Act — what's legal, who can participate, and what changes after June 2026.
Online Couples Counseling in Colorado
Telehealth couples therapy is now standard, not a compromise. A Colorado clinician on when online sessions work and how to make them…
Psilocybin Alongside DBT & CBT
Psilocybin therapy doesn't replace your existing treatment — it can deepen it. How psilocybin works alongside DBT, CBT, and other…
Personality Testing: Theory-Driven vs. Empirical Approaches
Why the PAI and MMPI differ from an average personality quiz — a clinician's tour of factor analysis, empirical keying, and real…
Denver Couples Therapy Compared
Denver couples therapy: DBT, Gottman Method, and Emotionally Focused Therapy compared. How each works, who they fit, and how to choose.
Psilocybin for Treatment-Resistant Suicidal Ideation: What a New Trial Shows
A new open-label trial tested single-dose psilocybin for chronic, treatment-resistant suicidal ideation.
How to Find a Therapist in Denver
An insider's guide to finding a therapist in Denver — where to search, which credentials matter, how Colorado insurance works, what to ask.
DBT in Denver: Certified Programs
Most Denver clinics advertise DBT — few deliver it as designed. What separates real comprehensive DBT from 'DBT-informed' therapy.
The Four Modes of Comprehensive DBT
Comprehensive DBT runs on four modes: skills group, individual therapy, phone coaching, and consultation team — what each does and why they…
Couples Therapy in Denver: What to Expect
Considering couples therapy in Denver? Learn what to expect from evidence-based couples counseling and how DBT skills strengthen…
Somatic Integration: Working with the Body After a Psilocybin Experience
Why the body holds insights the mind misses: somatic experiencing, breathwork, yoga, and movement as integration tools after a psilocybin…
How Psilocybin Changes the Brain: Neuroplasticity & DMN
How psilocybin changes the brain: an accessible explainer of default mode network disruption and structural neuroplasticity, and what they…
Psilocybin Ceremony vs. Facilitator-Led Therapy
Psilocybin ceremony vs licensed facilitator-led therapy in Colorado: how each works, what they offer, and how to think about choosing the…
What Is a Natural Medicine Facilitator? Colorado's New Profession, Explained
What natural medicine facilitators do under Colorado's Natural Medicine Health Act: training, licensing, scope of practice, and the…
Psychedelic Therapy in the Denver Metro: Community, Resources, and Next Steps
The Denver psychedelic ecosystem: integration circles, community organizations, practitioner networks, and how Denver became a hub for this…
Mindfulness, Meditation, and Psilocybin: Complementary Paths
Research suggests combining psilocybin with meditation may produce more enduring outcomes.
Psilocybin Retreats vs. Facilitator-Led Therapy in Colorado: How to Choose
Psilocybin retreats vs licensed facilitator-led therapy in Colorado: how they differ, when each makes sense, and what to ask before…
Psilocybin Therapy in Colorado
A complete guide to legal psilocybin therapy in Colorado — the three-phase process, who it's for, safety screening, costs, and what to…
What Psilocybin Therapy Costs in Colorado — And What to Know About Insurance
What psilocybin therapy costs in Colorado, whether insurance covers it, how to evaluate the investment, and what the future may hold for…
The Neuroscience of Rumination: How Psilocybin Breaks the Loop
The neuroscience of rumination: default mode network hyperconnectivity, and how psilocybin may break the rigid loops behind depression and…
Why Psychedelic Therapy Is Different from Traditional Treatment
How psilocybin-assisted therapy differs from conventional psychiatric treatment: the neuroscience, therapeutic model, timeline, and why it…
Building a Support System for Your Psychedelic Therapy Journey
How to build a support system before psilocybin therapy: talking to family, finding integration circles, and working with a therapist…
Indigenous Roots and Ethical Considerations in Modern Psychedelic Therapy
Honoring the indigenous traditions that preceded modern psychedelic research, plus the field's evolving approach to commercialization and…
Journaling for Psychedelic Integration: A Practical Guide
Why journaling is one of the most effective psychedelic integration tools: when to write, prompts for each phase, and how to revisit…
How to Choose a Psilocybin Facilitator in Colorado
How to choose a Colorado psilocybin facilitator: licensing requirements, questions to ask, red flags to watch for, and finding the right…
Harm Reduction and Safety: What You Should Know Before Considering Psilocybin
An evidence-based safety overview of psilocybin therapy: contraindications, common side effects, screening, and how safety profiles compare.
The Mystical Experience: What It Is and Why It Predicts Therapeutic Outcomes
The 'mystical experience' is a measurable construct (MEQ30) — and the strongest predictor of lasting therapeutic benefit from psilocybin…
The Role of Set and Setting in Psychedelic Therapy
Why context matters as much as the substance: what 'set' (mindset) and 'setting' (environment) mean in clinical psilocybin practice…
Finding a Psychedelic Clinic Near You in Colorado: What to Look For
How to find a licensed psilocybin therapy clinic in Colorado: how to verify licensure, what to ask, and how to tell legitimate providers…
Integration 101: How to Make Your Psilocybin Experience Last
What psychedelic integration is, why it matters more than the session itself, and practical approaches: journaling, somatics, mindfulness…
Music for Psilocybin Sessions: Why It Matters and How It's Chosen
Music isn't background during a psilocybin session — it's an active therapeutic tool. Why music matters and the research behind session…
A Brief History of Psychedelic Therapy: From Ancient Ritual to Modern Medicine
How psychedelic therapy evolved from indigenous ritual through 1960s research, the long shutdown, and the modern renaissance leading to…
Online DBT: Does It Actually Work?
Examining the evidence for online DBT therapy. Is virtual DBT as effective as in-person? What to expect, what works well, and what to watch…
Denver Mental Health Resources
A comprehensive guide to mental health resources in the Denver metro area. Therapy options, crisis lines, support groups, sliding scale…
When Your Partner Starts Therapy
Practical advice for supporting a partner who's starting therapy. What to expect, how to help, common mistakes to avoid, and when couples…
Communication Skills for Couples
Discover how DBT interpersonal effectiveness skills improve couple communication. Practical tools for validation, conflict resolution, and…
What DBT Certification Actually Means
Learn what DBT-Linehan Board Certification means, how it differs from DBT-informed therapy, and why certification matters when choosing a…
CBT vs DBT vs Exposure for Anxiety: How to Choose
CBT, DBT, or exposure therapy for anxiety — how the three differ, which fits which kind of anxiety, and what to ask a Denver therapist…
DBT Programs in Denver: How to Choose
How to choose a DBT program in Denver. Learn the difference between comprehensive and DBT-informed therapy, what to ask providers, and what…
Why Can't I See Two Therapists?
Wondering if you can see two therapists at once? Our therapists explain the ethical guidelines, treatment risks, and what actually works…
Can DBT Help with Anxiety?
Can DBT help with anxiety? Learn how DBT skills can reduce panic, overthinking, and emotional spirals by building calm and control.