Who We Are
The Creative Wellness Studio is a 501c3 non-profit corporation organized with the purpose of providing growth and healing experiences for underserved and low-income women and girls through psychotherapy and art at no cost to them.
We operate through the generosity of grants and donations. Donations are tax deductible.
Our Services
We provide individual and group psychotherapy, RIM® sessions, and transformational art designed to help you move forward with support and healing.
Our Clients
We serve women and girls, especially those who lack resources to seek traditional therapy, who are at risk of homelessness or need resilience-building, who have been victims of crime including human trafficking, are aging out of the foster care system, are rebuilding their lives after exiting the juvenile or justice system, are pregnant or parenting, are living in a low income family or high-poverty community, or are otherwise in need of support and community.
Our Team
Julie Murphy Seavy
Julie has a lifetime of experience serving others and working for a stronger community. She graduated from the University of Denver College of Law in 1990 and the University of Colorado in 1984.
Following law school, she was in private practice for several years and then joined the Colorado Association of School Boards as Legal and Policy Counsel where she not only provided legal consultation to school boards across the state, but also wrote on education policy, and facilitated strategic planning, governance, and community engagement sessions for boards and staff teams. Following her career there, she consulted and taught on educational leadership issues. Julie then served as the case manager for several adults with special needs, and as a professional fiduciary for complex probate cases.
Julie’s art practice, Alchemy Fine Art LLC, is focused on larger installation pieces and panels, and other decorative and functional works in glass. Julie also works in oil paint, acrylics, mixed media, paper, and found objects to create expressive portraits and landscapes, as well as glimpses into the soul. She has developed and taught classes at The Painted Platter and her own studio.
Since 2009, Julie has been a certified facilitator of the RIM® method. Through her practice, Soul Journeys LLC, she helps clients leverage the physical sensations of their body and the power of their subconscious to heal and transform emotional and physical difficulties. Old neural pathways diminish as new ones are created and nourished.
Kellen Kaye
Kellen is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Colorado and will be the primary provider of therapy services for our clients. She received a master’s degree in counseling psychology from the University of Denver in 2013 and a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Minnesota in 2010. Kellen is a lifelong creative and has completed an internship in art therapy.
Kellen most recently served as the senior case manager for clients at a local non-profit that provides services to victims of human trafficking. She provided comprehensive case management and victim advocacy from recovery through adjudication of cases. Kellen’s support of youth and young adults through difficult life transitions focuses on empowering victims through a client centered approach.
Kellen’s previous experience includes working as a supervisor in child welfare for the Department of Human Services, working with children and families impacted by abuse and neglect in many different capacities, including assessment, intervention, and referrals to services and providers to ensure safety and wellbeing. She also held positions as a Behavioral Health Specialist at Children’s Hospital Colorado on the psychiatric unit and as a Family Assessment Specialist at Northwestern Counseling and Support Services in Vermont.
In her spare time, Kellen enjoys spending time with her family, reading, creating art, playing hockey and softball, and attending her kids’ many sporting events.
Our Board
Molly Hultzapple
A mother of three adult children, I’m a former middle school English teacher and bookseller at The Bookies Bookstore in Denver. My hobbies include reading, pickleball, hiking, traveling, and spending time with family and friends. I’m dedicated to the power of human connection and believe deeply in the inherent dignity of every person. For many years I’ve volunteered at South High School’s Giving Grocery and the St. Vincent de Paul Society, supporting individuals and families facing food and housing insecurity. I'm especially honored to serve The Creative Wellness Studio because I hold a heartfelt and fervent belief in the power of women supporting women. Melinda Gates said that investing in women is the most effective way to improve society. She stated, “When you lift up women, you lift up humanity.”
Samantha Manning
I am a passionate social work professional with over 13 years of dedicated experience in child welfare, crisis intervention, trauma-informed care, leading teams, enhancing practice and service delivery. My passion remains rooted in empowering vulnerable populations and fostering resilient communities through evidence-based practice and compassionate leadership. Born and raised in Ohio, I am a proud alumna of the University of Cincinnati, where I earned my Bachelor of Social Work, followed by my Master of Social Work (Advanced Standing). In addition to my professional pursuits, I enjoy staying active and finding balance through various hobbies. In my spare time, I love practicing yoga, reading, and watching live music. I also enjoy the outdoors through hiking, camping, paddleboarding, and traveling to new destinations.