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Nancy M. Turner
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS Ed, NCC, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Aurora, CO 80016  (Online Only)
Each of us has the ability to impact the world in a unique and powerful way and we are all born with the desire to deeply connect with others. Struggles with anxiety, depression, insecurity, burnout and stress can discourage us and keep us from realizing our full potential. Counseling gives you the opportunity to feel seen, heard and understood as well as challenged. It is through therapy that we come to understand ourselves more fully allowing personal growth, self esteem and possibly true satisfaction with the life we are given.
Each of us has the ability to impact the world in a unique and powerful way and we are all born with the desire to deeply connect with others. Struggles with anxiety, depression, insecurity, burnout and stress can discourage us and keep us from realizing our full potential. Counseling gives you the opportunity to feel seen, heard and understood as well as challenged. It is through therapy that we come to understand ourselves more fully allowing personal growth, self esteem and possibly true satisfaction with the life we are given.
(303) 622-0417 View (303) 622-0417
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Diane Hansen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NBCC
Verified Verified
Diane Hansen, MA LPC provides counseling for teens, adults, couples, and families. Her specialties include Adoption, ADHD, Autism, Anxiety, Child/Teen Behavioral, Depression, Faith-Based Counseling, Family Counseling, Group Counseling, Grief and Loss, Independent Living Skills Training, PTSD, Sexual Abuse, Social Skills Training, and Trauma. She believes that most people are operating the best they can in life and can make changes to improve themselves with some insight into the struggles they have.
Diane Hansen, MA LPC provides counseling for teens, adults, couples, and families. Her specialties include Adoption, ADHD, Autism, Anxiety, Child/Teen Behavioral, Depression, Faith-Based Counseling, Family Counseling, Group Counseling, Grief and Loss, Independent Living Skills Training, PTSD, Sexual Abuse, Social Skills Training, and Trauma. She believes that most people are operating the best they can in life and can make changes to improve themselves with some insight into the struggles they have.
(855) 930-0397 View (855) 930-0397
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Thriveworks
Counselor, PMHNP, LPC, PsyD, APRN, LCSW
Not Verified Not Verified
Aurora, CO 80012
We have a group of 22 great Counselors, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners, and Psychologists that can see you tomorrow! Our counselors offer a wide range of specialties, and therapeutic styles. Thriveworks believes that the best time to seek counseling is right now. For this reason, we decided that our offices would not operate on a waiting list. Instead, we do the best we can to get you scheduled in the next 24 hours.
We have a group of 22 great Counselors, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners, and Psychologists that can see you tomorrow! Our counselors offer a wide range of specialties, and therapeutic styles. Thriveworks believes that the best time to seek counseling is right now. For this reason, we decided that our offices would not operate on a waiting list. Instead, we do the best we can to get you scheduled in the next 24 hours.
(720) 862-3220 View (720) 862-3220

Online Therapists

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Reaching Hands as Each One Teaches One
Marriage & Family Therapist, DMin, MA , MFTC, CDBT, CCBT
Verified Verified
I work with those struggling with Suicidal Ideation, Self-Injurious Behaviors, Depression, Anxiety, developmental challenges, and sexual addictions.
Hello and thank you for taking the time to consider me as your future therapist. I am a registered Chaplain with a Doctorate and focus in Trauma. I have an LPCC and I have previously worked as a Mental Heath professional for CDOC. Additionally assisted troubled teens within the Boy's Residential Treatment Center, teaching Wellness Living and Anger Management. I have completed all CAC training, presently completing requirements for my License Addiction Counselor (LAC). I have a Master in Psychology, a Masters in Human Services Counseling; Marriage & Family. Post graduate in Criminal Justice, the final stages of Ph.D. in Psychology.
I work with those struggling with Suicidal Ideation, Self-Injurious Behaviors, Depression, Anxiety, developmental challenges, and sexual addictions.
Hello and thank you for taking the time to consider me as your future therapist. I am a registered Chaplain with a Doctorate and focus in Trauma. I have an LPCC and I have previously worked as a Mental Heath professional for CDOC. Additionally assisted troubled teens within the Boy's Residential Treatment Center, teaching Wellness Living and Anger Management. I have completed all CAC training, presently completing requirements for my License Addiction Counselor (LAC). I have a Master in Psychology, a Masters in Human Services Counseling; Marriage & Family. Post graduate in Criminal Justice, the final stages of Ph.D. in Psychology.
(719) 422-7691 View (719) 422-7691
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Whole Kids Co.
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, BCBA, TBRI
Verified Verified
As the Owner, Executive Clinical director, and parent to a child with “specialized needs”, Christie understands how important a whole-child approach is when working with children. She believes wholeheartedly, that whole parents raise whole kids! Therefore, so much of what she provides, serves parents too! Her facility, Whole Kids Co. is a multi-disciplinary Counseling and Autism Center. It serves children, teens, and college-aged kids (and their parents too!) through: testing, counseling, ABA, OT, PT, Speech, social groups, nutritional/wellness training, parent training/therapy, and educational advocacy.
As the Owner, Executive Clinical director, and parent to a child with “specialized needs”, Christie understands how important a whole-child approach is when working with children. She believes wholeheartedly, that whole parents raise whole kids! Therefore, so much of what she provides, serves parents too! Her facility, Whole Kids Co. is a multi-disciplinary Counseling and Autism Center. It serves children, teens, and college-aged kids (and their parents too!) through: testing, counseling, ABA, OT, PT, Speech, social groups, nutritional/wellness training, parent training/therapy, and educational advocacy.
(719) 470-2356 View (719) 470-2356
Photo of Foundations Counseling, LLC, Licensed Professional Counselor in Arapahoe County, CO
Foundations Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Loveland, CO 80538
Foundations Counseling is the largest and most trusted private counseling organization in Northern Colorado, serving Fort Collins, Loveland, Windsor, and surrounding areas. We are a group of highly-trained, expert counselors with multiple specialties. We provide counseling services to individuals, couples, and families of all ages and backgrounds, using proven, research-based techniques. Our priority is offering the highest quality counseling services in a confidential and dignified atmosphere. When you come to Foundations Counseling, you can rest assured you are getting the very best possible care. We believe you can have the life of your dreams. We are here to help you achieve it.
Foundations Counseling is the largest and most trusted private counseling organization in Northern Colorado, serving Fort Collins, Loveland, Windsor, and surrounding areas. We are a group of highly-trained, expert counselors with multiple specialties. We provide counseling services to individuals, couples, and families of all ages and backgrounds, using proven, research-based techniques. Our priority is offering the highest quality counseling services in a confidential and dignified atmosphere. When you come to Foundations Counseling, you can rest assured you are getting the very best possible care. We believe you can have the life of your dreams. We are here to help you achieve it.
(970) 446-5348 View (970) 446-5348

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Anxiety Therapists

What are the most common treatments for anxiety?

Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other popular forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.

How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?

The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.

When should I seek treatment for anxiety?

Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.

How effective is treatment for anxiety?

Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.