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Leigh Bates
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RPT, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80206
The focus of my work has been around trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, family issues, and more.
I am a Licensed Professional Art Therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor who loves using Art Therapy and Play Therapy interventions as a safe and fun way to connect with children and adolescents. I work hard to create an approachable and non-threatening atmosphere with all my clients so they can accomplish their goals and adjust to life’s challenges. I started my career in inpatient hospital settings where I developed a strong passion for helping kids, teens, and families. Now, as a Certified Positive Discipline Parent Educator, I enjoy working with parents to broaden their parenting toolkits.
The focus of my work has been around trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, family issues, and more.
I am a Licensed Professional Art Therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor who loves using Art Therapy and Play Therapy interventions as a safe and fun way to connect with children and adolescents. I work hard to create an approachable and non-threatening atmosphere with all my clients so they can accomplish their goals and adjust to life’s challenges. I started my career in inpatient hospital settings where I developed a strong passion for helping kids, teens, and families. Now, as a Certified Positive Discipline Parent Educator, I enjoy working with parents to broaden their parenting toolkits.
(720) 730-3143 View (720) 730-3143
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Katy Childs
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80231
I specialize in AAT and working with children, adolescents, and teens who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, impulse control, and overall emotion regulation.
The clients that I typically work with come from diverse backgrounds and present with struggles across the mental health spectrum. Some of those struggles, but not all, surround anxiety, depression, trauma, suicidality, impulse control, and overall emotion identification and regulation. The clients I work with vary in age, starting in early childhood and continuing on into parenting and adulthood. My ideal client is one that is engaged, open to learning, and motivated for positive change. Therapy can be anxiety-provoking when starting, so having a therapy dog in the room can be extremely helpful when it comes to big emotions.
I specialize in AAT and working with children, adolescents, and teens who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, impulse control, and overall emotion regulation.
The clients that I typically work with come from diverse backgrounds and present with struggles across the mental health spectrum. Some of those struggles, but not all, surround anxiety, depression, trauma, suicidality, impulse control, and overall emotion identification and regulation. The clients I work with vary in age, starting in early childhood and continuing on into parenting and adulthood. My ideal client is one that is engaged, open to learning, and motivated for positive change. Therapy can be anxiety-provoking when starting, so having a therapy dog in the room can be extremely helpful when it comes to big emotions.
(720) 674-9163 View (720) 674-9163
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Revival Therapy Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80203
Whether you’re working through anxiety, depression, substance abuse issues, or trauma, you can count on us to listen without judgment with one motive in mind- to see the best version of you.
We specialize in empowering you to meet the many challenges life throws your way with fortitude, so you may become the person you envision. Our staff is highly trained in several therapeutic techniques, so we can tailor a plan for your specific needs and circumstances. Our goal at Revival is to strengthen each of our clients to achieve their own goals, whatever they may be. We’re here to help improve relationships, and build competence, confidence, resilience, and productivity. We are committed to your overall best interest. Every. Single. Time. We have the utmost respect for you as a client.
Whether you’re working through anxiety, depression, substance abuse issues, or trauma, you can count on us to listen without judgment with one motive in mind- to see the best version of you.
We specialize in empowering you to meet the many challenges life throws your way with fortitude, so you may become the person you envision. Our staff is highly trained in several therapeutic techniques, so we can tailor a plan for your specific needs and circumstances. Our goal at Revival is to strengthen each of our clients to achieve their own goals, whatever they may be. We’re here to help improve relationships, and build competence, confidence, resilience, and productivity. We are committed to your overall best interest. Every. Single. Time. We have the utmost respect for you as a client.
(720) 821-5907 View (720) 821-5907
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Peggy Henninger
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80232
I can help you conquer your personal struggles, anxiety, depression, trauma and difficulties. I use individual therapy and EMDR to help us find solutions together. I work with children, young people, adults, and anyone that has disabilities. I was a special education teacher for over twenty years and will do whatever it takes to assist you in living your best life.
I can help you conquer your personal struggles, anxiety, depression, trauma and difficulties. I use individual therapy and EMDR to help us find solutions together. I work with children, young people, adults, and anyone that has disabilities. I was a special education teacher for over twenty years and will do whatever it takes to assist you in living your best life.
(303) 835-9752 View (303) 835-9752
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Rebecca A. Saltzman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80237
I believe counseling is a collaborative, wholistic process. I come from a strengths-based perspective that supports a person's capacity for change and recognizes the importance of one's life story. As a counselor, my goal is to reach positive changes in every client's life by creating an environment that feels safe and exploratory while looking at experiences, fears, and desires through multiple lenses while learning tools to manage stressors. My current appointment availability changes quickly, please call or email today for current availability as openings change quickly!
I believe counseling is a collaborative, wholistic process. I come from a strengths-based perspective that supports a person's capacity for change and recognizes the importance of one's life story. As a counselor, my goal is to reach positive changes in every client's life by creating an environment that feels safe and exploratory while looking at experiences, fears, and desires through multiple lenses while learning tools to manage stressors. My current appointment availability changes quickly, please call or email today for current availability as openings change quickly!
(720) 606-2399 View (720) 606-2399
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Shari Lightfield
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80204  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
While I have extensive trauma training, I also have training and experience in depression, anxiety, ADHD, family dynamics, self-esteem, relationships, and life transitions.
Life is a roller coaster; full of highs and lows, sometimes we need some help navigating life’s twists and turns. Creating a relationship with a therapist can be daunting and scary; the first step is often one of the hardest. As with life, therapy has ups and downs. My role as a therapist is to provide tools and offer insight. I offer a free 20-minute consultation to provide the opportunity to see if we are a good fit. As I counselor I want each session to feel unique to you. I am trained and certified in may therapeutic modalities in order to provide the most tailored experience.
While I have extensive trauma training, I also have training and experience in depression, anxiety, ADHD, family dynamics, self-esteem, relationships, and life transitions.
Life is a roller coaster; full of highs and lows, sometimes we need some help navigating life’s twists and turns. Creating a relationship with a therapist can be daunting and scary; the first step is often one of the hardest. As with life, therapy has ups and downs. My role as a therapist is to provide tools and offer insight. I offer a free 20-minute consultation to provide the opportunity to see if we are a good fit. As I counselor I want each session to feel unique to you. I am trained and certified in may therapeutic modalities in order to provide the most tailored experience.
(719) 751-5803 View (719) 751-5803
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Family First Counseling, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA-MFT, LMFT, PhD (C)
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80210
Our typical clients are children and adolescents who are struggling with a specific change, transition, trauma incident, loss, or other stressor that is causing behavioral and emotional concerns, like defiance, anxiety, depression, self-harm, which interferes with school, home-life, and other relationships. Clients have goals to decrease behavioral concerns at home and school, improve emotions, coping skills, communication skills, and school performance. A lot of parents want their children to listen, respect, and connect and communicate with them. We also work with individual adults, families and couples.
Our typical clients are children and adolescents who are struggling with a specific change, transition, trauma incident, loss, or other stressor that is causing behavioral and emotional concerns, like defiance, anxiety, depression, self-harm, which interferes with school, home-life, and other relationships. Clients have goals to decrease behavioral concerns at home and school, improve emotions, coping skills, communication skills, and school performance. A lot of parents want their children to listen, respect, and connect and communicate with them. We also work with individual adults, families and couples.
(720) 571-8162 View (720) 571-8162
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Muhammad Zeeshan
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80202
I am trained and certified to help individuals, families, foster care families, groups & communities experiencing mental health issues, anxiety & depression, emotional problems, addictions, substance abuse, anger management, community integration, eating disorder, grief & loss, medication or mood management, trauma, self-harm, parenting and marital issues.
My expertise includes working with kids, teenagers and their families in such a manner that helps them cope with issues of their daily life I fee content and happy working with them. I provide early intervention; restoring, rehabilitating, and supporting the effect of the child's diagnosis while reestablishing daily functioning skills. During sessions I believe in utilizing a person centered approach, cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness, play therapy, art and crafts, outdoors community integrations and usage of technology (games, internet) in a way that is productive for individuals.
I am trained and certified to help individuals, families, foster care families, groups & communities experiencing mental health issues, anxiety & depression, emotional problems, addictions, substance abuse, anger management, community integration, eating disorder, grief & loss, medication or mood management, trauma, self-harm, parenting and marital issues.
My expertise includes working with kids, teenagers and their families in such a manner that helps them cope with issues of their daily life I fee content and happy working with them. I provide early intervention; restoring, rehabilitating, and supporting the effect of the child's diagnosis while reestablishing daily functioning skills. During sessions I believe in utilizing a person centered approach, cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness, play therapy, art and crafts, outdoors community integrations and usage of technology (games, internet) in a way that is productive for individuals.
(720) 796-8829 View (720) 796-8829
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KidStuff Child and Family Counseling, P.C.
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCSW, LMFT
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80022
Our therapists have diverse professional expertise and a depth of understanding of what you may be experiencing: trauma, anxiety, depression, conflict, low self-worth, abuse, attachment disruption, relationship stress, etc.
KidStuff Child & Family Counseling, P.C. specializes in helping kids, families and adults navigate life's challenges and improve overall wellness. LifeStuff, HardStuff, AdultStuff: whatever your reasons for seeking therapy, our therapists will collaborate with you to create a therapeutic experience to meet your needs. Our therapists are open and welcoming while supporting clients through their healing process. If you have Medicaid health insurance, commercial insurance, or are looking for a reasonably affordable cash-pay option, we have options for in-office and telehealth services.
Our therapists have diverse professional expertise and a depth of understanding of what you may be experiencing: trauma, anxiety, depression, conflict, low self-worth, abuse, attachment disruption, relationship stress, etc.
KidStuff Child & Family Counseling, P.C. specializes in helping kids, families and adults navigate life's challenges and improve overall wellness. LifeStuff, HardStuff, AdultStuff: whatever your reasons for seeking therapy, our therapists will collaborate with you to create a therapeutic experience to meet your needs. Our therapists are open and welcoming while supporting clients through their healing process. If you have Medicaid health insurance, commercial insurance, or are looking for a reasonably affordable cash-pay option, we have options for in-office and telehealth services.
(719) 394-9745 View (719) 394-9745
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Peregrine Counseling and Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSc, LPC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80231
Peregrine Counseling and Wellness is a nonprofit mental health organization based in southeast Denver, CO. We aim to promote wellbeing from a mind-body perspective, working to heal trauma through the integration of evidence-based practices. Our team of clinicians have over a decade or more of experience working with victims of trauma and trauma related disorders.
Peregrine Counseling and Wellness is a nonprofit mental health organization based in southeast Denver, CO. We aim to promote wellbeing from a mind-body perspective, working to heal trauma through the integration of evidence-based practices. Our team of clinicians have over a decade or more of experience working with victims of trauma and trauma related disorders.
(720) 709-1888 View (720) 709-1888
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Erin Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MFTC, RPT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80203
My approach to supporting clients relies on the neurobiological and systemic processes at work when challenging and traumatic events occur. I have been providing therapy and coaching services in Colorado for over a decade and specialize in delivering therapeutic care to complex trauma survivors of all ages. I have extensive knowledge in working with those who have a desire to increase their ability to navigate and process traumatic experiences, connect more meaningfully with their loved ones, and be more present and satisfied in their lives. Trauma isolates us; I believe that connection is our most powerful tool to fight back.
My approach to supporting clients relies on the neurobiological and systemic processes at work when challenging and traumatic events occur. I have been providing therapy and coaching services in Colorado for over a decade and specialize in delivering therapeutic care to complex trauma survivors of all ages. I have extensive knowledge in working with those who have a desire to increase their ability to navigate and process traumatic experiences, connect more meaningfully with their loved ones, and be more present and satisfied in their lives. Trauma isolates us; I believe that connection is our most powerful tool to fight back.
(720) 764-9261 View (720) 764-9261
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Arley Gordon
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80210
I have a unique passion for working with a diverse range of individuals, including children, teens, young adults, and adults. I believe that every stage of life presents its unique challenges and I am committed to helping individuals navigate these transitions with empowerment and curiosity. I provide play therapy for highly sensitive children and parent coaching to support caregivers. I provide Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy for adults.
I have a unique passion for working with a diverse range of individuals, including children, teens, young adults, and adults. I believe that every stage of life presents its unique challenges and I am committed to helping individuals navigate these transitions with empowerment and curiosity. I provide play therapy for highly sensitive children and parent coaching to support caregivers. I provide Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy for adults.
(720) 821-1560 View (720) 821-1560
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Mount Saint Vincent
MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80211
Mount Saint Vincent has been helping children and families in the Denver area for over 135 years. Let us help you and your child with our Pediatric Behavioral Health services: Outpatient Therapy, In-Home Therapy and Day Treatment. Our Masters level clinicians offer evidenced based counseling modalities specific to client needs, including: Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Play Therapy, Trauma Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Mount Saint Vincent has been helping children and families in the Denver area for over 135 years. Let us help you and your child with our Pediatric Behavioral Health services: Outpatient Therapy, In-Home Therapy and Day Treatment. Our Masters level clinicians offer evidenced based counseling modalities specific to client needs, including: Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Play Therapy, Trauma Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
(720) 640-8471 View (720) 640-8471
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Mindfully - Denver, CO
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LPC, LPCC, MSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80237
At Mindfully, we are dedicated to helping our clients heal, grow, and thrive. We focus on matching clients with providers who specialize in the challenges they are facing. By providing the best fit from the start, we help our clients meet their goals with greater success, faster.
At Mindfully, we are dedicated to helping our clients heal, grow, and thrive. We focus on matching clients with providers who specialize in the challenges they are facing. By providing the best fit from the start, we help our clients meet their goals with greater success, faster.
(720) 500-7091 View (720) 500-7091
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Cassie Finegan
Pre-Licensed Professional, BA, MA, MFTC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80246
Seeking therapy can be a vulnerable experience, from listening to your instincts in finding the right match for you, to trusting in your own innate capacity for growth, healing, and change. My approach to therapy stems from a humanistic and systemic lens in which I believe the uniqueness of each individual informs their approach to and capacity for growth, choice, and overall well-being. Operating within a systemic lens allows me to not only look wholly at an individual but experience alongside that individual the world around them.
Seeking therapy can be a vulnerable experience, from listening to your instincts in finding the right match for you, to trusting in your own innate capacity for growth, healing, and change. My approach to therapy stems from a humanistic and systemic lens in which I believe the uniqueness of each individual informs their approach to and capacity for growth, choice, and overall well-being. Operating within a systemic lens allows me to not only look wholly at an individual but experience alongside that individual the world around them.
(720) 740-2755 View (720) 740-2755
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Betsy Usher
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80222
I know sometimes it feels like no one can help you. That you are too much, too dark, and too broken to be helped. Sometimes trauma can manifest by cutting, eating disorders, depression, chaos, and a real struggle to maintain friendships. It can be hard to even picture what a stable and consistent life would look like, but it's still something you want. Chaotic feelings feel like they take over you and you struggle to make it through each day. You want to live but still feel suicidal. This is all normal for someone with trauma, someone who has been through abuse, someone who has experienced broken relationships and even toxic ones.
I know sometimes it feels like no one can help you. That you are too much, too dark, and too broken to be helped. Sometimes trauma can manifest by cutting, eating disorders, depression, chaos, and a real struggle to maintain friendships. It can be hard to even picture what a stable and consistent life would look like, but it's still something you want. Chaotic feelings feel like they take over you and you struggle to make it through each day. You want to live but still feel suicidal. This is all normal for someone with trauma, someone who has been through abuse, someone who has experienced broken relationships and even toxic ones.
(970) 825-1004 View (970) 825-1004
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Beverly Houston
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80238
I believe that play is essential to a child's growing and learning process as children naturally communicate through play. Play therapy can be utilized as a way for children and adolescents to express themselves, explore and process their experiences and feelings through play/art. I am here to partner with you and your family to support in growing a child or adolescent's ability to process through, cope and regulate with difficult life transitions, school related difficulties, emotional and behavioral challenges, grief/loss, social skills, attachment, trauma and self-exploration.
I believe that play is essential to a child's growing and learning process as children naturally communicate through play. Play therapy can be utilized as a way for children and adolescents to express themselves, explore and process their experiences and feelings through play/art. I am here to partner with you and your family to support in growing a child or adolescent's ability to process through, cope and regulate with difficult life transitions, school related difficulties, emotional and behavioral challenges, grief/loss, social skills, attachment, trauma and self-exploration.
(720) 575-0314 View (720) 575-0314
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The Child and Family Therapy Center of Denver
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LPC, MT-BC, LMT, BCBA
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80237
The Child and Family Therapy Center of Denver, LLC specializes in providing therapeutic support to children, adolescents and families in a supportive, non-judgmental environment. We focus on helping families identify goals to improve their quality of life and make sustainable change. At The Child and Family Therapy Center of Denver, we support the CLLI, CES, SLS & CHRP Waivers along with Medicaid/CHP+ and Anthem.
The Child and Family Therapy Center of Denver, LLC specializes in providing therapeutic support to children, adolescents and families in a supportive, non-judgmental environment. We focus on helping families identify goals to improve their quality of life and make sustainable change. At The Child and Family Therapy Center of Denver, we support the CLLI, CES, SLS & CHRP Waivers along with Medicaid/CHP+ and Anthem.
(720) 399-1321 View (720) 399-1321
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Littleton Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, EMDR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80220
Littleton Counseling, LLC offers teletherapy services and provides state-of-the-art, quality psychotherapy from highly qualified Masters' Level counseling professionals who who strive to build strong theraputic relationships while working with adolescents, adults, and families. Mr. Malkin enjoys and had been extremely successful assisting individuals experiencing self harming behaviors as well as suicidal ideation and trauma. Both telecommunication and online services are also available the have been approved and comply with Dora as well as Hippa guidelines.
Littleton Counseling, LLC offers teletherapy services and provides state-of-the-art, quality psychotherapy from highly qualified Masters' Level counseling professionals who who strive to build strong theraputic relationships while working with adolescents, adults, and families. Mr. Malkin enjoys and had been extremely successful assisting individuals experiencing self harming behaviors as well as suicidal ideation and trauma. Both telecommunication and online services are also available the have been approved and comply with Dora as well as Hippa guidelines.
(720) 915-4850 View (720) 915-4850
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Dominga Martinez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80206
We are all human and we all have feelings. Many times, those feelings affect the thoughts we experience and thus affect our lifestyle, our relationships, our loved ones, our jobs, our opportunities, and so much more. The feelings and thoughts begin from the stressors we encounter, the unexpected situations that arise, the memories we have experienced, and then suddenly we are at a loss of how to move forward in making life decisions.
We are all human and we all have feelings. Many times, those feelings affect the thoughts we experience and thus affect our lifestyle, our relationships, our loved ones, our jobs, our opportunities, and so much more. The feelings and thoughts begin from the stressors we encounter, the unexpected situations that arise, the memories we have experienced, and then suddenly we are at a loss of how to move forward in making life decisions.
(970) 305-8277 View (970) 305-8277
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.