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 windy 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 iin 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. It was this connection that 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 and loves to weave in her understanding of mental and emotional wellness into her practice. Outside of Feelings Foind, you will find her in the throws 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 love to unwind with a cup of tea, a crochet project, and the latest season of RuPaul’s Drag Race.

Kajsa Nikole Whitney

Chief Marketing Officer

What's your one liner?

I’m a creative strategist and mental health advocate, built on lived experience, fueled by meaningful conversations, and running mostly on caffeine and good intentions.

What feeling have you reintroduced yourself to this year?

Joy (through more creativity and play)

What feeling do you actively avoid?

Rejection

How do you explore your emotions?

Therapy and journaling

Favorite way to cope with big emotions?

Exercise

What's the last drink you ordered?

Iced coffee, duh

More About Kajsa

With a deep-rooted background in customer service and marketing, Kajsa has built a career on fostering authentic connections between brands and their audiences. Originally from Rhode Island and now based in sunny Southern California, she brings a people-first approach to brand strategy, ensuring every campaign is not only impactful but also inclusive and representative of everyone.

She holds two bachelor's degrees: one in Latin American & Caribbean Studies and another in Spanish Language & Literature, reflecting her deep curiosity about the people and cultures beyond her own community. This passion for understanding different perspectives shapes her approach to branding and storytelling. She believes that brands have the power (and responsibility) to reflect the people they serve. Her expertise lies in crafting meaningful narratives that resonate with diverse audiences and strategies that drive engagement, loyalty, and growth.

Beyond her professional work, she spends a lot of time with her husband and two pups, Floyd and Nala. She is a mentor for Big Brother Big Sister. She has a (maybe unhealthy?) obsession with pitbulls, the Rush Hour movies, and 90's R&B. And she is committed to my therapy and wellness journey, believing that creating a better world begins with healing ourselves. 

Ameya Jain

Digital Marketing Intern

What's your one liner?

I am a Marketing major at Fordham's Gabelli School of Business with an Advertising Readiness Certification and experience in developing social media marketing content for mental health projects.

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

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

Mayokun Adedeji

Digital Marketing Intern

What's your one liner?

I'm a Computational Media major at Duke University studying how tech, design, and emotion intersect to tell stories.

What feeling have you reintroduced yourself to this year?

Spontaneity

What feeling do you actively avoid?

Comparison

How do you explore your emotions?

Dissecting music lyrics helps me identify my situations in a creative way.

Favorite way to cope with big emotions?

Talking to myself on timelapse.

What's the last drink you ordered?

Virgin Ginger Mojito

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!

Sophia Connolly

Digital Marketing Intern

What's your one liner?

I'm a sophomore at the University of Iowa studying marketing analytics, with a deep passion for mental health advocacy and making therapy more accessible and accepted among young people.

What feeling have you reintroduced yourself to this year?

This year, I’ve reintroduced myself to feeling calm: allowing myself to slow down, reflect, and be present without guilting myself to always be productive.

What feeling do you actively avoid?

Hunger (I'm always eating snacks)

How do you explore your emotions?

I love to journal and write down how I'm feeling.

Favorite way to cope with big emotions?

When I'm experiencing too many emotions at once, I always call my mom.

What's the last drink you ordered?

Iced Vanilla Latte

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