Meet Durango Therapist

Sarah Bilinovich, MSW, SWC

I am a psychotherapist based in Durango, Colorado, passionate about guiding others toward a life of integrity and wholeness through authentic, healthy relationship. I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Ohio University and a Master of Social Work from the University of Denver.

My approach is holistic and experiential, blending Equine Therapy, Ecotherapy, Gestalt Therapy, Duey Freeman’s Attachment & Development model, Polyvagal Theory (nervous system regulation), mindfulness, and somatic practices. I believe healing is not just about talking—it’s about experiencing, sensing, and re-membering. My work is rooted in the understanding that nature, spirit, and soul are essential aspects of our healing journey.

My training at the Gestalt Equine Institute of the Rockies and Colorado Ecotherapy Institute has profoundly shaped my work, reinforcing my belief that healing happens in relationship—through the collaboration and exploration with land, plants, horses, and other people. I draw from nature’s rhythms, ritual, and the wisdom of the wilderness, helping people move beyond the stories they’ve inherited and reconnect with their deep, wild knowing.

I work with individuals, groups, and communities, offering workshops, eco-therapeutic programming, and day retreats that integrate movement, mindfulness, storytelling, and deep nature connection. My work is for those who feel called to explore themselves in a deeper way—weaving together body, mind, and spirit interconnected with the natural world. Whether we meet outdoors, in the presence of horses, or through online sessions, we’ll create a space where you can slow down, tune in, and find a way forward that feels true to you.

In my free time, I enjoy being outdoors—hiking, backpacking, snowboarding, horseback riding, and gardening. I also love spending time with my dog and finding moments of connection in nature. I’m a lifelong learner and always looking for new ways to grow, whether through reading, continuing education, or hands-on experiences.

Training & Experience:

Masters in Social Work (University of Denver)

Human-Animal-Environment Interactions Certificate (University of Denver)

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (Ohio University)

Gestalt Equine Psychotherapist (Gestalt Equine Institute of the Rockies)

Gestalt Nature-Based Psychotherapy (Colorado Ecotherapy Institute)

Ecotherapy for Human Growth and Soul Care (Colorado Ecotherapy Institute)

Nature-Based Walk and Talk Therapy (Rewild Therapy & Wellness)

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

Relational Horsemanship

Natural Mind Initiation Path (Connection 1st)

Areas of Speciality:

Attachment & Development

Confidence/Self-esteem

Authenticity/Integrity

Sense of belonging

Anxiety

Depression

Over-intellectualization

Life transitions

Spirituality

Body-mind connection