Meet Your Support Team
Since 2010, A New Outlook Counseling Service has served the greater Denver area.
We are excited to introduce our newest addition, A New Outlook Recovery Services. Our Colorado Recovery Services offer Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP) for both Substance Use Disorder and Mental Health Disorder patients. In addition, we also offer our Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP)/Day Treatment program.
A New Outlook is a proud member of the Better Business Bureau of the Denver/Boulder regional office. In addition an accredited business with an A+ rating. We are also a member of the NeuroStar family of providers. Firstly, this advanced therapy service is uniquely designed for the treatment of major depressive disorders. In addition, this therapy is designed for adult patients who have not satisfactorily improved from previous antidepressant medication. Secondly, this therapy is ideal for those who require further intervention to achieve satisfactory results.
Dr. Arshad William, MD
Medical Director/Psychiatrist
Ashad received his medical degree from the University of Benin, Nigeria. His psychiatry residency was at Harlem Hospital, College of Physicians and Surgeons of Columbia University in New York where he was also the Chief Resident in his final year of residency. Arshad is Board Certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN) and by the American Board of Addiction Medicine (ABAM), He is also a fellow of the American Psychiatric Association and a Member of the Colorado Psychiatric Society.
Robert J. Johnson, SAP, MAC, LAC
Executive Director/Therapist
Robert J. Johnson has been with A New Outlook Counseling Service providing counseling services in Highlands Ranch, CO since 2010. He received his Master’s Degree in Marriage, Family & Child Therapy from the University of Phoenix.
He is a Substance Abuse Professional, Master Addiction Counselor and a Licensed Addiction Counselor. His experience includes private practice, residential in-patient, intensive residential treatment, outpatient, sober living and therapeutic communities.
Robert focuses his practice on therapy and counseling and has been assisting patients for over 18 years.
Robert was born in Iowa and has lived in Colorado since 1976. In addition, he is currently pursuing his licensure in Marriage and Family Therapy and professional counseling. Robert spends his free time playing golf with his family and friends
Richard D. Wallis, PhD, PMHNP
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Richard is a psychiatric nurse practitioner with experience in several psychiatric settings. He completed his psychiatric training at the University of Kentucky and his Ph.D. at the University of Texas Medical Branch. He has advanced training in psychopharmacology, has attended more than 24 psychiatry conferences, and has presented several posters and spoken at several national psychiatry conferences.
Debra A. Ford
TMS Coordinator
Debra uses her passion for helping people to focus on assisting clients who battle with depression. As the TMS Coordinator at A New Outlook Recovery Services, she is welcoming and here to help you.
Debra has made her home here in Denver for over 50 years and has found her home at Colorado TMS here in Littleton.
Sarah Zubrin, MA, LAC
Clinical Director/Therapist
Sarah is a Licensed Addictions Counselor, with a master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. She specializes in early recovery skills, is trained in dialectical behavioral therapy, and has extensive experience with family systems, co-occurring disorders, and healing from trauma. She brings a wealth of personal experience and professional training into the therapeutic environment and is well-versed in issues specific to substance use, gender identity, and sexuality. Her approach to therapy is like everything else in life, together we are better than alone.
As a Colorado native, you can find her, outside of work, rock climbing, hiking, skiing, camping, and spending time with her dogs, and family. Sarah has been working in the mental health field for over a decade and has extensive experience in the co-occurring field. Her passion for recovery is both a personal and professional journey that drives her work with newly recovering individuals.
She has IN-PERSON appointments available on Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays.
She is available for TELEHEALTH on Fridays appointments at this time.
Jim Weiss, CAS
Therapist
I have been working with individuals and families impacted by the disease of addiction for over 13 years. As a Certified Addiction Specialist III, I am keenly aware of and clearly understand the nature of addiction and the journey of recovery that one goes through. I carry a strong background and extensive training in Cognitive and Dialectic Behavioral Therapy, Inner Child work as well as other best-suited therapeutic modalities.
I have carried various positions in therapeutic treatment including Program Director of Intensive Residential Care with Intensive Outpatient and Sober Living components. My experience also includes work in Medicated Assisted Treatment as well as individual and family counseling. My knowledge base and experience have led me to practice a recovery process that embraces the good in each person.
Ann Johnson, MEd, LAC
IOP Therapist/Therapist
I am a Colorado native and a nine-year veteran. I earned my BA in Psychology from MSU and my MA degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Regis University. I am passionate about supporting individuals,
I counsel patients who experience alcoholism, drug addiction, eating disorders, mental health issues, or other mental or behavioral problems. I provide treatment and support to help clients recover from addiction or modify problem behaviors. Many counselors incorporate the principles of 12-step programs, such as Alcoholics Anonymous (AA).
I educate clients on how to cope with stress and life’s issues in ways that help them recover. I also help patients improve their personal relationships and find ways to discuss their addiction or other problems with family and friends. I have been practicing for over 30 years, as an in-network with Aetna, Anthem, BCBS, and Cigna.
Donald Vergo, LMFT, CAS
Therapist
I am a Colorado native and a nine-year veteran. I earned my BA in Psychology from MSU and my MA degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Regis University. I am passionate about supporting individuals, couples, and families to find healing from anxiety, depression, grief and loss, communication, marital distress, stress management, and substance use.
My experience includes residential in-patient, substance use treatment, animal-assisted therapy, child and sand tray therapy. I draw from the principles of attachment theory, mindfulness interventions, experiential therapy, sand tray, and play therapy interventions.
In my spare time, I enjoy photography, climbing, mountain biking, and scuba diving.
Danielle Zeck (Hull), LCSW
Therapist
I graduated from the University of Denver with a Master’s in Social Work and an undergraduate degree in Psychology with a minor in Sociology from the University of Colorado in Denver.
My experience includes residential counseling, case management, psychiatric stabilization through care navigation and counseling, research, program management, jail-based restoration to competency, and school social work within the populations of special and general education.
I specialize in a variety of therapies, all practiced through a person-centered and trauma-informed lens. These modalities include Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.
I am certified Nationally as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) by the state of Colorado’s Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA).
Julia Nichols, MA, SWC-C
Therapist
I received my Master’s in Social Work from the University of Denver with a Trauma and Mental Health focus and my BA in Psychology from the University of Memphis. I am certified Nationally as a Clinical Social Work Candidate (SWC-C) by the State of Colorado Department of Regulatory Agency (DORA), with a goal of Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) through supervision and clinical work.
I have experience caring for those in an inpatient mental health hospital, working with men in a jail-based setting, assisting those in the Denver area with food access, and in other mental health and community-based agencies. These positions have shaped my individualized, trauma-informed approach that draws from mindfulness and somatic-based interventions, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Attachment Theory, and other best-suited modalities.
In my spare time, I enjoy spending time outdoors, watching live music, doing yoga, and picking up various interesting hobbies.
Helen Miller, LAC
IOP Therapist/Therapist
Helen has been providing counseling services in Colorado since 2015. She has advanced training in the areas of substance abuse, relationships, and online learning. Her credentials include Licensed Addiction Counselor and Registered Psychotherapist. Helen holds an MA in Psychology as well as Graduate Certification in Adult Learning, Training and Development from Regis University. In addition, she has Graduate Certification in Geographic Information Science (GIS) from the University of Denver and Doctoral study in Applied Statistics and Research Methods.
Helen’s therapeutic orientation comes from a blend of cognitive behavioral and mindfulness techniques as well as reality- and faith-based therapies. Helen came up from Scottsdale, AZ, almost 25 years ago for grad school and stayed. She spends her free time with family and furbabies enjoying Colorado sunshine.
She is currently pursuing her Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) credentials. Helen’s experience includes cognitive behavior, outpatient, intensive treatment, trauma-informed, and mandatory education, and therapy.
She is available for TELEHEALTH appointments only at this time.
