Health Services
The Denver Barbarians consider player wellness as part of our core mission. Included in this is physical health and fitness, and mental health and wellness. While pushing ourselves to play rugby at the highest possible level, we regard mental health just as important as physical. By maintaining a total overall wellbeing on and off the pitch, we’re able to stay prepared for all of the challenges presented in rugby and in life.
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Paul Anderson, INHC
Paul Anderson is a Barbarian Alumni (90-93) who is passionate about helping rugby players at all skill levels, women and men, manage the rugby lifestyle along with all its bumps and bruises along the way. Paul is a health and wellness coach who aids our players, coaches, staff, fans, and admin deal with the challenges associated with participating in rugby and maintaining busy lifestyles.
E: pandllc@comcast.net
P: 719-510-9420
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Colorado Crisis Services
Colorado Crisis Services is the statewide behavioral health crisis response system offering residents mental health, substance use or emotional crisis help, information and referrals. Its mission is to strengthen Colorado’s mental health system by providing Coloradans with greater access to crisis services wherever they are at 24/7/365 regardless of ability to pay.
P: 1-844-493-8255
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Suicide & Crisis Hotlines
This website provides a comprehensive summary of local and national suicide prevention resources. Help is always just a phone call away.
P: 1-800-784-2433 or
P: 1-800-273-8255
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Psychology Today
Psychology today can help you find the perfect therapist for you. Search by specialties, insurance, or presenting problem. Psychology Today is free, easy to use, and trusted by millions. View therapist profiles and videos to help you find the perfect fit.
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Purvi Desai P.T.
If there’s a Barbarian in physical pain, then Purvi is usually right there helping to ease it. For over a decade, Purvi has been to countless Barbarian rugby matches all over the United States to help prep, treat, mend, stretch, hydrate, dry needle, wrap, tape, stitch, and just be a friend to countless Barbos.
P: 970-274-6568
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Assistance League of Denver
The Assistance League of Denver ‘Health Services Lending Program’ has the goal to provide instant access to FREE loaned out healthcare equipment easing the financial burden of surgeries and illnesses on an individual or family. They loan out wheelchairs, walkers, canes, crutches, wheelie scooters, and other medical equipment free of charge!
P: 720-598-6126
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Ronan Neurofeedback & Counseling
Ronan NFC is run by one of our own Barbarians, Reed Ronan. Reed received his master’s degree in counseling from Regis University. He uses his expertise in mental health and neurofeedback training to help athletes reach their max potential. Throughout his life, Reed has played various sports and has experienced his own fair share of injuries, concussions, and struggles with mental health. He understands the obstacles faced by competitive athletes and is equipped with the tools and skillset to overcome them. Reed strives to assist athletes bridge their connection between the mind and body to ultimately optimize their life