Brogan Rossi, MS, RYT

President, Co-Founder

What's your one liner?

I have my masters degree in Healthcare Administration and have spent 10+ years working in the mental health industry in some capacity, however really what I find matters the most is that I am a mom of 3 young kids trying to learn how to raise humans and continue taking care of myself as I go.

What feeling have you reintroduced yourself to this year?

Fierceness

What feeling do you actively avoid?

Anger

How do you explore your emotions?

Therapy, movement, and a lot of conversation with my partner and community around me.

Favorite way to cope with big emotions?

I find that when I am feeling big emotions, I need to move my body to actually physically feel my way into them. Walking, weights, yoga, dance, etc.

What's the last drink you ordered?

Iced oat milk latte

More About Brogan

​​Brogan's journey to the Feelings Found team is a winding one, filled with many surprises and turns,  but she is so grateful for the destination. Brogan started learning about eating disorders at a very young age as her mom, Dr. Tamara Pryor, was a leader in the field. It was this upbringing, entrenched in education, prevention and advocacy, that lead her to get her Masters Degree in Healthcare Administration and Leadership at the University of Denver. She was fortunate enough to work at the VA hospital, and at The Children’s Hospital studying the neurological impact of eating disorders, and even to speak at multiple conferences across the country on the topic. This connection then led her to Rae and Erin, when her mom set them up to meet knowing they would hit it off almost 6 years ago. Since then, Brogan has shifted roles away from the hospital setting and now works as a realtor in the Denver, Metro area. She has 3 small kids, which have ignited her passion for understanding mental health both as a mother and at a young age in children.  She is a firm believer that our world can be a better place if we start helping our children both understand and process their emotions in a safe and loving environment. Brogan is also a registered yoga teacher who loves to weave in her understanding of mental and emotional wellness into her practice. Outside of Feelings Found, you will find her in the throes of flipping or redesigning a house with her husband Levi, spending  time outside in Colorado or mostly chasing her toddlers around the house and embracing the beautiful chaos of motherhood.

Rae Thomas, MA, LPC

President, Co-Founder

What's your one liner?

I'm a licensed therapist specializing in eating disorders with 10+ years of experience bringing mental health awareness to local communities.

What feeling have you reintroduced yourself to this year?

Trust

What feeling do you actively avoid?

Regret

How do you explore your emotions?

Therapy and painting

Favorite way to cope with big emotions?

Getting outside with no distractions

What's the last drink you ordered?

Mezcal Margarita

More About Rae

Rae is passionate about making mental health support more accessible and innovative. With a background in counseling psychology and a Master’s degree earned in 2018, she has dedicated her career to bridging gaps in mental health care. While in graduate school, Rae worked in sexual assault and relationship violence prevention along with an eating disorder awareness group, fueling her drive to create tools that make healing resources more tangible and widely available.

As Co-Founder and President of Feelings Found, Rae channels her expertise into designing creative solutions that transform abstract clinical concepts into accessible support tools. Her work integrates academic research with real-world application to empower individuals on their mental health journey.

Outside of Feelings Found, Rae is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Colorado specializing in eating disorders, weight stigma, and sexual trauma. She combines Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Feminist Theory, and experiential techniques to foster personal growth. Known for her blend of humor, honesty, and bold creativity, Rae is committed to making emotional exploration feel approachable and possibly even fun!

Beyond work, Rae enjoys camping, hiking, kayaking, and exploring Colorado’s craft beer scene. She loves to unwind with a cup of tea, a crochet project, and the latest season of RuPaul’s Drag Race.

Ameya Jain

Digital Marketing Intern

What's your one liner?

I am a PR and Advertising major at USC.

What feeling have you reintroduced yourself to this year?

This year, I have reintroduced myself to feeling inspired by the small things around me. From people watching in the park to early morning beach dips, I've loved sitting with my thoughts and feeling reinvigorated by everything the world around me has to offer.

What feeling do you actively avoid?

Feeling envious of people around me.

How do you explore your emotions?

I love watercoloring as a way to explore my emotions because I'm able to find a sense of calm while creating something new.

Favorite way to cope with big emotions?

Going on long drives alone and blasting my favorite songs.

What's the last drink you ordered?

Iced Maple Oat Latte

Debbie Burch

Sales and Marketing Assistant

What's your one liner?

I have over 40 years of marketing and sales experience in media and sports.

What feeling have you reintroduced yourself to this year?

Acceptance

What feeling do you actively avoid?

Bitterness

How do you explore your emotions?

DIscuss with family and close friends.

Favorite way to cope with big emotions?

Same as above ^

What's the last drink you ordered?

Scotch and Water

Eliana Magaña

Digital Marketing Intern

What's your one liner?

I'm a passionate marketing student with a deep interest in value driven branding and a love for using storytelling to build genuine, emotionally meaningful conversations.

What feeling have you reintroduced yourself to this year?

I have been working on my confidence to make sure I am capable of making the most of my opportunities and achieve my goals that I know I can achieve.

What feeling do you actively avoid?

I have been avoiding any feelings of being overwhelmed because I get into my head and stress myself out more than I need to.

How do you explore your emotions?

I like to create art and write down different emotions and thoughts attached to those emotions.

Favorite way to cope with big emotions?

Taking a few minutes to acknowledge my emotions and writing them down.

What's the last drink you ordered?

Pink Lemonade

Joyce Chimaroke Obasi

Ecommerce Assistant

What's your one liner?

I'm a Marketing Virtual Assistant with 3+ years of experience supporting purpose-driven brands, and I’m passionate about using strategic marketing and systems to amplify mental health awareness and make healing more accessible.

What feeling have you reintroduced yourself to this year?

The feeling of resilience and facing challenges head on.

What feeling do you actively avoid?

Depression and desperation

How do you explore your emotions?

Meditating and writing

Favorite way to cope with big emotions?

Listening to music and embracing the support of loved ones.

What's the last drink you ordered?

A Tigernut drink

Missy Nockels

Graphic Designer

What's your one liner?

I'm a graphic designer with 20+ years of experience, passionate about using visual storytelling to make mental health resources more engaging and impactful.

What feeling have you reintroduced yourself to this year?

I’ve been getting to know how to be confident again—I've taken on more responsibility and it has made me realize I’m more capable than I thought.

What feeling do you actively avoid?

I don't like the feeling of being overwhelmed, so I’ve learned to pause and tackle one thing at a time instead of everything all at once.

How do you explore your emotions?

For me, the best way to explore emotions is just to talk it out. Saying it out loud helps me process things.

Favorite way to cope with big emotions?

I like taking a walk. It helps me clear my mind, reconnect with myself, and release whatever I’m holding onto.

What's the last drink you ordered?

A Hazy IPA called Slap!

Dr. Tamara Pryor

Research Consultant

What's your one liner?

I am a PhD licensed therapist specializing in the treatment and research of eating disorders. I have worked in behavioral health for 43 years, served on multiple national boards, and a founding member of the Eating Disorder Research Society.

What feeling have you reintroduced yourself to this year?

Sadness

What feeling do you actively avoid?

Anger

How do you explore your emotions?

Sharing with a few close friends.

Favorite way to cope with big emotions?

I do not tend toward "big" emotions. If my emotional state becomes too "big" to effectively manage, I use temporary distractions until I can calm and reflect upon how to best express the emotion.

What's the last drink you ordered?

Aviation Dry Gin Cocktail