"Drawing from my own athletic background and struggles with food, anxiety, self esteem and body issues, I passionately work with my clients. I specialize in working with confidence (self esteem) issues, anxiety issues, food problems (compulsive and restrictive), and body image problems. For many of us, food and exercise has been a source of stress and has felt constraining. Often these "symptoms" are deeply related to a general sense of not feeling good enough. I work to help my clients find and connect with that brilliant and authentic self that is ALWAYS good enough."

"I am a husband, father of four children and a licensed psychologist who provides counseling and coaching services. My experience as a seminary graduate also gives me expertise in pastoral counseling working with families facing crisis, chronic illness and trauma with a Christian perspective. I have a passion for empowering people to reach their goals and aspirations for a more meaningful and fulfilling life. I encourage people and organizations to identify their values and make choices that move their life in a direction consistent with their values."

"Thank you for your interest in how I work. I derive a lot of meaning and personal satisfaction from helping people live with greater peace, joy, and fulfillment. I work with adults of all ages, including couples. I assist people in clearing away unnecessary negative layers that get in the way of living a more fulfilling and enjoyable life. A lot of my clients struggle with everyday problems that affect many of us, but I specifically treat depression, anxiety, grief, and trauma, using EMDR and a variety of approaches to talk therapy."

"I work with traumatized, anxious, or angry adults. Maybe it's been really hard to find someone in Cortez or Durango to talk to. I work with all ages of people looking to get past abuse, trauma, or other things they just can't shake. You and I can work together to move past those things that happened in the past. Using skills and a foundation in compassion, we can work together to learn how to communicate more effectively, grow to be more comfortable with emotions, and manage those crisis as they come. You can feel better today."

"Marianne Crom is a Licensed Professional Counselor who has been practicing over 10 years. Her expertise is in providing EMDR therapy, working with couples and counseling for addictions. Much of her success is with helping adults who have experienced childhood sexual abuse or other forms of trauma, couples overcoming infidelity and families/individuals coping with addiction by learning how to lead a happy life. Clients have maintained sobriety and gone to college. Many have worked with co-occuring behavioral problems and found relief. Families have begun to understand the nature of addiction and how to cope with it."

"I am a licensed counselor and coach with over 17 years' experience working with clients in the Durango area and by telephone. I specialize in providing support and clarity for women's issues, life transitions, relationships, health and other issues using a creative and integrative approach."

"My ideal client is frustrated, angry, in despair. Life hasn’t worked out the way it was supposed to. (S)he lost herself somewhere long ago, left herself behind. Relationships are hard; those recurring patterns and reactive behavior keep interfering with connection, and self-esteem, and contentment, and vitality, and... A malaise has settled, along with a darkness. This inevitably leads to anxiety, depression, isolation, addiction, and despair. My clients know there must be more. But, where to begin? How to start?"

"Hearing people's stories is what I truly love to do. That is why I became a counselor. That is what I would want to spend my time doing even if it wasn't my career. Human beings are complex, that is true. And we are beautiful in endless ways, good when all is stripped away, and valuable beyond anything else in all of creation. To know and be known is one of the sweetest experiences of life. Along with being loved and securely belonging to other human beings. I hope my work gives these kind of gifts."

"Are you ready to find a new way forward, but don't know how to choose a therapist? That makes sense. Since therapists are restricted from posting client reviews, you're left with reading fancy descriptions and looking at photos. So, here's the secret that all therapists themselves understand: Expertise and experience make the difference. Practically, you should look for therapists with 10+ years of experience and have travelled nationally to get the best post-degree training. Rather than having unseasoned or under-trained therapists learn from you, choose a therapist with the experience and training you deserve."

"My work with the dying and their loved ones has inspired me to live more fully, it has reinforced my commitment to advocate and support people through grief. Conscious grieving is hard work, even knowing it's a natural process, our culture still denies it. Feeling isolated by grief is an experience that is meant to be supported. Being a witness for the "grieving hearts" is one of the areas of privilege in my life. I am truly deepened in my own journey because of this sacred opportunity to do this rich work with people."

"I am not currently taking new clients. I will be on leave until late January and accepting new clients in the Spring of 2019. I wish you the very best in finding a good fit with a counselor. I am a somatic psychotherapist specializing in stress and anxiety reduction. I trust that you have the answers and ability you need to feel better; it just may be hard to access your own wisdom and understanding at this moment. Through years of clinical practice I am able to offer you reflection, knowledge and hope, shining a light on your strengths and helping you to move through emotional barriers that stymy your growth and personal evolution. My theoretical orientation is integrative and client-centered. I focus on the here and now, facilitating change, increasing awareness and fostering authentic relationships."

"If you're looking for a therapist, then chances are something in your life sucks right now. I'd like to help with that. Making that first call can be nerve-wracking, but that's generally the hardest part. When it comes to therapy, I believe the relationship is everything. I strive to connect honestly with my clients and check in regularly about how we are doing with each other. What are your goals, how are we doing addressing them? What needs to shift so that we can be more effective? I create a safe space for you to take on whatever is challenging to you in this moment. You can learn more about me at www.durangopsychotherapy.com"

"I am a mindfulness-based mental health counselor and registered yoga teacher. My areas of focus include anxiety, grief/loss, life transitions, and emotional regulation. I particularly emphasize grounding and empowering practices in order to grow within the self. I have most experience working with adolescents and am expanding my practice to adults as well, of all ages."

"I love working as a counselor/psychotherapist with clients - from little children to older adults. I am dedicated to helping others suffer less, learn powerful lessons about themselves and the world, and experience joy and fulfillment in their lives​. "

" Earth & Flour is a counseling practice specializing in treating children, adolescents, and their families. As a social worker, I am trained to look at the interconnectedness of systems within our world, and these same principals spill over into my therapeutic practices. As a therapist, I strive to help my clients gain an increased awareness of how their brains and bodies connect, and how they can use an increased awareness of those connections to successfully engage with others and their communities. "

"My ideal client is adolescent or adult, with an interest in improving and transforming their life via therapy. I focus on the whole person, contextualizing presenting problems/diagnoses within the framework of family dynamics, peer relations, trauma history, physical health, and job/school experience. That is, I don't consider it useful to assume that issues arise in a vacuum! The greatest gift my clients give me is their ability to teach me far more than I could possibly teach them. I consider our time in session one of validation, hope, and intense curiosity about my client's lives."

"I see therapy as a way to help you make the most of your life. Whether you are dealing with stress and anxiety, a significant loss or trauma, depression, relationship issues, or just wanting to continue to grow and learn, I can help you create a life full of vitality and meaning. My expertise is Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), a cutting- edge therapy proven to be an effective treatment for a range of emotional difficulties. This approach takes into account your unique situation, what you care about most, and helps you live richly and well despite life's challenges."

"I am a license social worker with over 12 years of experience working teens, families, and individual in various settings. I enjoy helping to empower families and individuals to overcome past and present struggles in order to live healthy, full, hope filled lives. I believe in the importance of finding the root issues in a persons life in order to find true healing. I offer therapy to help address issues such as anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, life transitions, and loss."

"I have dedicated my career to helping teens manage anxiety and self-destructive tendencies, as well as working with young adults on managing issues that get in the way of "adulting." I help my clients to engage in a process of creating strategies around life's troubles."

"Hello! I believe we all want relief from hurt and pain, but do not always know how or where to find it. I have a strong passion to help you figure out the source of what is wrong, rather than just treat the symptoms. I work hard to help people see the link between past hurt and present pain."