Meet Erica Angell
Founder & Principal Architect
Bringing more than three decades of clinical experience across multimodal somatic, energetic, and trauma-informed therapeutic practices to serve those who served.
Clinical Expertise & Background
Erica Angell's approach integrates somatic regulation, therapeutic bodywork, energy-based modalities, and evidence-informed coaching, enabling her to address the full spectrum of physiological, emotional, cognitive, and relational effects that often follow combat service.
Reiki Practitioner
Advanced energy healing techniques for deep restoration and balance.
Licensed Massage Therapist
Therapeutic bodywork addressing trauma held in the physical body.
Energy Healer
Holistic healing modalities integrating mind, body, and spirit.
Certified Life Coach
Evidence-informed coaching for sustainable life transformation.
A Long History of Clinical Engagement
With extensive direct clinical experience supporting individuals through acute stress, trauma, and long-term recovery challenges, Erica brings unparalleled depth and compassion to every veteran she serves. Her multimodal approach addresses not just symptoms, but the root causes of post-service struggles.
Identifying the Critical Gap
Through years of supporting veterans, Erica identified a systemic gap: while military systems are highly effective at producing disciplined combatants, they lack structured, clinically grounded pathways for decompression, reintegration, and restoration after service.
⚠️The Problem
- •No structured decompression pathways
- •Lack of clinical reintegration support
- •Insufficient trauma-informed care
- •Veterans struggle alone with invisible wounds
✓The Solution
- Individualized care plans
- Measurable outcomes
- Trauma-informed methodology
- Lifelong support network
"Aspen Veteran's Project (AVP) was created to fill this gap with individualized, measurable, trauma-informed care designed specifically for veterans transitioning back into civilian life."
- Erica Angell, Founder
Leadership & Organizational Vision
Erica leads the organization with a commitment to measurable, client-centered, evidence-informed outcomes, ensuring every veteran receives structured support capable of enabling stable reintegration into personal, family, and community life.
Organizational Strategy & Growth
Developing scalable models for veteran support that can serve communities nationwide.
Clinical Program Design
Creating evidence-based programs that address the unique needs of combat veterans.
Intake & Assessment
Comprehensive screening processes ensuring personalized care for each veteran.
Staff Supervision & Training
Maintaining the highest standards of trauma-informed care across all team members.
Quality Assurance
Ensuring clinical fidelity and therapeutic integrity across all program elements.
External Partnerships
Building collaborative networks with stakeholders to expand veteran support services.
A Personal Commitment
"Erica Angell has dedicated her 30+ year career to helping individuals—especially veterans—recover from trauma, life transitions, and chronic dysregulation. Her clinical expertise and deep awareness of the missing reintegration systems within the U.S. military inspired the founding of AVP."
Leading with commitment to measurable, client-centered, evidence-informed outcomes
Experience the Difference of Expert, Compassionate Care
Under Erica's leadership, AVP provides the structured, evidence-informed support that veterans deserve. Whether you need immediate crisis support or are ready to begin your journey toward healing, we're here for you.