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Donald R Maestas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MBA, LPC, LAC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80212
Stress and Anxiety can create many problems throughout your daily life.
It can be very overwhelming trying to find someone that can understand and support you. I work hard to provide really effective support. Here is an example of some of the feedback from a recent client struggling with anxiety, depression, relationships issues, & self esteem: "Having worked with many therapists over the years I still felt at a loss and unheard...The skills Don is helping me build and recognize have had an insightful impact providing glimpses of hope within myself. Thank you for working and believing in me Don." In 2020 my clients reported 91% satisfaction with their therapy and would recommend this service to others.
Stress and Anxiety can create many problems throughout your daily life.
It can be very overwhelming trying to find someone that can understand and support you. I work hard to provide really effective support. Here is an example of some of the feedback from a recent client struggling with anxiety, depression, relationships issues, & self esteem: "Having worked with many therapists over the years I still felt at a loss and unheard...The skills Don is helping me build and recognize have had an insightful impact providing glimpses of hope within myself. Thank you for working and believing in me Don." In 2020 my clients reported 91% satisfaction with their therapy and would recommend this service to others.
(720) 575-0663 View (720) 575-0663
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Laura Panczak
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LAC, NCC, MA
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80203  (Online Only)
Are feelings of worry, dread, panic, and unwanted intrusive thoughts making living an enjoyable life more difficult? Change and transformation are difficult; it takes courage, work, and patience to heal- but there is hope! I specialize in Obsession Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Anxiety, Panic, and assisting clients with processing and rewiring unhelpful habits. Unwanted intrusive thoughts (Obsessions) can be scary at times. Compulsions and avoidance behaviors can also have a devastating effect both emotionally, interpersonally, and physically,
Are feelings of worry, dread, panic, and unwanted intrusive thoughts making living an enjoyable life more difficult? Change and transformation are difficult; it takes courage, work, and patience to heal- but there is hope! I specialize in Obsession Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Anxiety, Panic, and assisting clients with processing and rewiring unhelpful habits. Unwanted intrusive thoughts (Obsessions) can be scary at times. Compulsions and avoidance behaviors can also have a devastating effect both emotionally, interpersonally, and physically,
(720) 730-3891 View (720) 730-3891
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Nancy M. Turner
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS Ed, NCC, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80202  (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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CoreVita Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, BS, MS, EMDR, LPC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80224  (Online Only)
My name is Eve and I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor in Colorado. If you're struggling with making friends and regularly experiencing loneliness, you're not alone. I specialize in working with adults facing challenges such as Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Self-Esteem issues, and navigating Life Transitions. In our time together we will explore strategies that address the root causes of your difficulties, with a focus on building meaningful social connections.
My name is Eve and I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor in Colorado. If you're struggling with making friends and regularly experiencing loneliness, you're not alone. I specialize in working with adults facing challenges such as Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Self-Esteem issues, and navigating Life Transitions. In our time together we will explore strategies that address the root causes of your difficulties, with a focus on building meaningful social connections.
(720) 573-0954 View (720) 573-0954
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David Shanley
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80210
I specialize in adults with anxiety disorders and OCD, particularly those lacking social confidence, self-esteem, and interpersonal difficulties.
I am an energetic therapist who can help you address aspects of your life that you may think are unchangeable or too shameful to even discuss. I take a directive approach that helps you learn how to not allow your fears and anxiety to stop you from living the life you want. l get to the problem quickly and efficiently, and assign homework between sessions to facilitate progress. I work with individuals to live more meaningful lives by helping them approach, rather than avoid, those aspects of their lives and relationships that are most important to them.
I specialize in adults with anxiety disorders and OCD, particularly those lacking social confidence, self-esteem, and interpersonal difficulties.
I am an energetic therapist who can help you address aspects of your life that you may think are unchangeable or too shameful to even discuss. I take a directive approach that helps you learn how to not allow your fears and anxiety to stop you from living the life you want. l get to the problem quickly and efficiently, and assign homework between sessions to facilitate progress. I work with individuals to live more meaningful lives by helping them approach, rather than avoid, those aspects of their lives and relationships that are most important to them.
(720) 606-2770 View (720) 606-2770
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Annika Nichols
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80203  (Online Only)
I want to help bring authenticity and change to your life the way you want it to. I'm Nick (they/them), and I’m dual licensed in two states working with FL and CO clients. I work with queer issues and gender exploration/transition, codependency and relationship problems, anxiety disorders, neurodivergence, chronic illness, trauma, and grief/loss. I also work with non-monogamous/poly clients. I’m here to provide a safe and respectful place for you to be seen and heard. You're not alone and you don’t have to keep telling yourself everything is “fine” or normal in your life - let's find a better "normal" for you to live.
I want to help bring authenticity and change to your life the way you want it to. I'm Nick (they/them), and I’m dual licensed in two states working with FL and CO clients. I work with queer issues and gender exploration/transition, codependency and relationship problems, anxiety disorders, neurodivergence, chronic illness, trauma, and grief/loss. I also work with non-monogamous/poly clients. I’m here to provide a safe and respectful place for you to be seen and heard. You're not alone and you don’t have to keep telling yourself everything is “fine” or normal in your life - let's find a better "normal" for you to live.
(720) 790-4189 View (720) 790-4189
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Mary Milan, Therapy Trenches
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ACC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80210  (Online Only)
Together, we will identify the core conflict that is making you feel anxious, depressed, or causing you to engage in behaviors that aren't serving you well.
Do you feel alone in the world? Find it difficult to get out of bed? Have difficulty concentrating or remembering? Find yourself avoiding people? Do you sometimes find yourself panicky, with heart racing, can't breathe, palms sweaty, hands trembling? Do you use alcohol, drugs, pornography to cope? Rest assured, I will never judge you. I will accept you and what you are going through. I became a mental health professional to give people like you a safe, warm environment, where you don't have to feel so alone in the world. I am passionate about working with people like yourself, when your inner dialogue keeps you from enjoying life.
Together, we will identify the core conflict that is making you feel anxious, depressed, or causing you to engage in behaviors that aren't serving you well.
Do you feel alone in the world? Find it difficult to get out of bed? Have difficulty concentrating or remembering? Find yourself avoiding people? Do you sometimes find yourself panicky, with heart racing, can't breathe, palms sweaty, hands trembling? Do you use alcohol, drugs, pornography to cope? Rest assured, I will never judge you. I will accept you and what you are going through. I became a mental health professional to give people like you a safe, warm environment, where you don't have to feel so alone in the world. I am passionate about working with people like yourself, when your inner dialogue keeps you from enjoying life.
(720) 639-8583 View (720) 639-8583
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Lisa Woodrich
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80210  (Online Only)
I provide specialty care for adults struggling with anxiety or trauma related symptoms. These challenges can show up in many different ways- from physical symptoms, intrusive thoughts or worry, relationship difficulties, sleep problems, and changes in behaviors that begin to make life smaller and smaller. We are all doing the best we can and apply many creative strategies to get away from distress. However, these strategies often begin to backfire and get in the way of the things we want the very most.
I provide specialty care for adults struggling with anxiety or trauma related symptoms. These challenges can show up in many different ways- from physical symptoms, intrusive thoughts or worry, relationship difficulties, sleep problems, and changes in behaviors that begin to make life smaller and smaller. We are all doing the best we can and apply many creative strategies to get away from distress. However, these strategies often begin to backfire and get in the way of the things we want the very most.
(303) 622-5520 View (303) 622-5520
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Carrie Lynn Campen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80222
I am particularly trained in working with adults and children who suffer from persistent obsessions, compulsions, social anxiety, panic attacks, phobias and chronic worry and/or stress. Many individuals I see also have other issues that are also addressed as part of the therapy. Cognitive behavior therapy is an excellent treatment for these issues, which often empowers the individual to get better control using specific tools and an individualized plan tailored to their needs. Therapy tends to be relatively short term with maintenance or follow up sessions as needed to ensure individuals maintain their gains.
I am particularly trained in working with adults and children who suffer from persistent obsessions, compulsions, social anxiety, panic attacks, phobias and chronic worry and/or stress. Many individuals I see also have other issues that are also addressed as part of the therapy. Cognitive behavior therapy is an excellent treatment for these issues, which often empowers the individual to get better control using specific tools and an individualized plan tailored to their needs. Therapy tends to be relatively short term with maintenance or follow up sessions as needed to ensure individuals maintain their gains.
(303) 997-3093 View (303) 997-3093
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Dylan Larson-Konar
Psychologist, PhD, MS, PSYPACT
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80203
Larson-Konar has received specialty training in OCD, anxiety, and mindfulness, and he also specializes in issues surrounding gender, sex, and sexuality.
Dr. Larson-Konar believes: people have a tremendous capacity for inner strength, but sometimes we all need help accessing that strength. Therapy is a collaboration. Dr. Larson-Konar approaches therapy from a feminist and anti-racist stance, and he prizes the therapeutic relationship, ensuring that it's safe, warm, caring, and empowering. He strives to balance support with challenge. Therapy is hard work, but it's also fun, funny, and life-affirming.
Larson-Konar has received specialty training in OCD, anxiety, and mindfulness, and he also specializes in issues surrounding gender, sex, and sexuality.
Dr. Larson-Konar believes: people have a tremendous capacity for inner strength, but sometimes we all need help accessing that strength. Therapy is a collaboration. Dr. Larson-Konar approaches therapy from a feminist and anti-racist stance, and he prizes the therapeutic relationship, ensuring that it's safe, warm, caring, and empowering. He strives to balance support with challenge. Therapy is hard work, but it's also fun, funny, and life-affirming.
(720) 307-3463 x23 View (720) 307-3463 x23
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Simply RO DBT
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80203
Overcontrol has been linked to social isolation, poor interpersonal functioning, hyper-perfectionism, rigidity, risk aversion, lack of emotional expression, and difficult to treat mental health problems including chronic depression/anxiety and personality disorders: OCPD, Avoidant PD, Schizoid PD, Dependent PD.
Radically Open Dialectical Behavior Therapy (RO DBT) is designed for people that struggle with over-thinking, obsessional thinking, trouble relaxing, rigid or inflexible responding, excessive self control, avoidance of feelings or expressing emotions, maladaptive perfectionism, and high levels of loneliness. People with overcontrol (OC) report "seeing the threat everywhere." They tend to mask emotional expressions, sometimes without even knowing they are. Many OC's have a high-attention-to-detail focus (other's behaviors or household or work tasks), and find they ruminate when things are uncertain or unexpected.
Overcontrol has been linked to social isolation, poor interpersonal functioning, hyper-perfectionism, rigidity, risk aversion, lack of emotional expression, and difficult to treat mental health problems including chronic depression/anxiety and personality disorders: OCPD, Avoidant PD, Schizoid PD, Dependent PD.
Radically Open Dialectical Behavior Therapy (RO DBT) is designed for people that struggle with over-thinking, obsessional thinking, trouble relaxing, rigid or inflexible responding, excessive self control, avoidance of feelings or expressing emotions, maladaptive perfectionism, and high levels of loneliness. People with overcontrol (OC) report "seeing the threat everywhere." They tend to mask emotional expressions, sometimes without even knowing they are. Many OC's have a high-attention-to-detail focus (other's behaviors or household or work tasks), and find they ruminate when things are uncertain or unexpected.
(720) 386-7622 View (720) 386-7622
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Alicia Goffredi
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80220
Areas of expertise include anxiety, body distress and eating disorders, trauma, identity development, and stressful life transitions, including becoming a parent, perinatal mental health, and infertility.
I collaboratively work with clients to explore and understand their unique presentation and how it relates to a larger environmental and cultural context. I am passionate about increasing self-awareness, helping people to find true control and agency, and providing tools to feel better! I use the unique values of each individual as a roadmap for our work together with the ultimate goal of engaging more effectively and authentically in life.
Areas of expertise include anxiety, body distress and eating disorders, trauma, identity development, and stressful life transitions, including becoming a parent, perinatal mental health, and infertility.
I collaboratively work with clients to explore and understand their unique presentation and how it relates to a larger environmental and cultural context. I am passionate about increasing self-awareness, helping people to find true control and agency, and providing tools to feel better! I use the unique values of each individual as a roadmap for our work together with the ultimate goal of engaging more effectively and authentically in life.
(720) 964-1533 View (720) 964-1533
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Silver Lake Psychology
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80238
Relationship and sexual concerns, couples therapy, anxiety, addiction, trauma, eating disorders, stress management, insomnia, women's issues, creativity, LGBTQ- welcome.
Learn how to feel more connected to yourself, others and the world around you. Therapy provides all the elements of intimacy: honest communication, vulnerability and trust. Good therapy is challenging yet warm, providing both structure and empathy for your unique experience. We are a collective of therapists with a wide range of specialties. Our intake professionals will help connect you with the right therapist for your needs. We make appointments easy, offering evenings and weekends and flexibility for creative professionals who can't make the same time each week.
Relationship and sexual concerns, couples therapy, anxiety, addiction, trauma, eating disorders, stress management, insomnia, women's issues, creativity, LGBTQ- welcome.
Learn how to feel more connected to yourself, others and the world around you. Therapy provides all the elements of intimacy: honest communication, vulnerability and trust. Good therapy is challenging yet warm, providing both structure and empathy for your unique experience. We are a collective of therapists with a wide range of specialties. Our intake professionals will help connect you with the right therapist for your needs. We make appointments easy, offering evenings and weekends and flexibility for creative professionals who can't make the same time each week.
(720) 712-1568 View (720) 712-1568
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Silver Lake Psychology
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80222
Relationship and sexual concerns, couples therapy, anxiety, addiction, trauma, eating disorders, stress management, insomnia, women's issues, creativity, LGBTQ- welcome.
Learn how to feel more connected to yourself, others and the world around you. Therapy provides all the elements of intimacy: honest communication, vulnerability and trust. Good therapy is challenging yet warm, providing both structure and empathy for your unique experience. We are a collective of therapists with a wide range of specialties. Our intake professionals will help connect you with the right therapist for your needs. We make appointments easy, offering evenings and weekends and flexibility for creative professionals who can't make the same time each week.
Relationship and sexual concerns, couples therapy, anxiety, addiction, trauma, eating disorders, stress management, insomnia, women's issues, creativity, LGBTQ- welcome.
Learn how to feel more connected to yourself, others and the world around you. Therapy provides all the elements of intimacy: honest communication, vulnerability and trust. Good therapy is challenging yet warm, providing both structure and empathy for your unique experience. We are a collective of therapists with a wide range of specialties. Our intake professionals will help connect you with the right therapist for your needs. We make appointments easy, offering evenings and weekends and flexibility for creative professionals who can't make the same time each week.
(720) 707-0973 View (720) 707-0973
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Jessica Rangel
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate , MA, LPCC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80211
Her focus is on supporting individuals navigating depression, anxiety, life transitions, relationship issues, self-esteem, grief, trauma, and loss.
Now Accepting New Clients > Schedule instantly through my website link in my bio! Jessica is passionate about helping others find clarity in their relationships with themselves, their communities, and their world. She has worked with people across the lifespan in a variety of therapeutic settings including residential treatment, community mental health, and transitional housing. Her draw towards nature led her into the field of wilderness and outdoor-based therapy where she gained a passion for sustainable life skills, experiential therapy, and the healing power of sharing our stories with others.
Her focus is on supporting individuals navigating depression, anxiety, life transitions, relationship issues, self-esteem, grief, trauma, and loss.
Now Accepting New Clients > Schedule instantly through my website link in my bio! Jessica is passionate about helping others find clarity in their relationships with themselves, their communities, and their world. She has worked with people across the lifespan in a variety of therapeutic settings including residential treatment, community mental health, and transitional housing. Her draw towards nature led her into the field of wilderness and outdoor-based therapy where she gained a passion for sustainable life skills, experiential therapy, and the healing power of sharing our stories with others.
(720) 580-5507 View (720) 580-5507
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Eric Tulga
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80211
I hope to help you push through fears and learn healthy coping methods.
Schedule now through my website in my bio! I am a Counselor in Lakewood, Colorado. My goal is to help you not just get through life but live fulfilling and meaningful lives. I have worked with individuals from all walks of life, including adolescents, adults, and couples. Therapy is not easy, and it can be challenging to explain your feelings and experiences to someone who doesn't know you well. I believe there are many reasons we struggle with mental health issues or addiction. Therefore, my approach is tailored to your needs to work toward the best possible outcome.
I hope to help you push through fears and learn healthy coping methods.
Schedule now through my website in my bio! I am a Counselor in Lakewood, Colorado. My goal is to help you not just get through life but live fulfilling and meaningful lives. I have worked with individuals from all walks of life, including adolescents, adults, and couples. Therapy is not easy, and it can be challenging to explain your feelings and experiences to someone who doesn't know you well. I believe there are many reasons we struggle with mental health issues or addiction. Therefore, my approach is tailored to your needs to work toward the best possible outcome.
(720) 459-4069 View (720) 459-4069
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Betsy Ames LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80203  (Online Only)
I am licensed in Colorado and NJ, practicing remotely only in NJ. I provide supportive, empathetic therapy to teens and adults with anxiety, compulsive behaviors, depression and trauma. I help people who have thinking, feeling and behavior patterns that they would like to change. This may include compulsions, addictions, the need to keep busy, and/or the need to make others feel comfortable often at their expense.
I am licensed in Colorado and NJ, practicing remotely only in NJ. I provide supportive, empathetic therapy to teens and adults with anxiety, compulsive behaviors, depression and trauma. I help people who have thinking, feeling and behavior patterns that they would like to change. This may include compulsions, addictions, the need to keep busy, and/or the need to make others feel comfortable often at their expense.
(720) 292-1656 View (720) 292-1656
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Higher Sights - Therapy, EMDR & Med Management
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LPC, LAC, PMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80211
Our counselors specialize in marital counseling, anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, family and other relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, and addiction/substance abuse.
Accepting New Clients! Immediate openings, book instantly through our website! At We understand that being stuck and feeling like everything you have tried has left you hopeless is one of the most painful experiences. We help our clients feel empowered by helping them to see their own strengths and by teaching them new research-based tools to help focus and guide them for lasting change. We believe that therapy is a starting point to healing and changing patterns that have not been working. We work to help each unique client develop a new way to feel confident in approaching life matter what comes their way.
Our counselors specialize in marital counseling, anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, family and other relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, and addiction/substance abuse.
Accepting New Clients! Immediate openings, book instantly through our website! At We understand that being stuck and feeling like everything you have tried has left you hopeless is one of the most painful experiences. We help our clients feel empowered by helping them to see their own strengths and by teaching them new research-based tools to help focus and guide them for lasting change. We believe that therapy is a starting point to healing and changing patterns that have not been working. We work to help each unique client develop a new way to feel confident in approaching life matter what comes their way.
(720) 650-2525 View (720) 650-2525
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Jessica Laskowitz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80211  (Online Only)
Schedule now through my website in my bio! “Your past is just a story, and once you realize this, it has no power over you.”- Chuck Palahniuk Jessica is a Licensed Professional Counselor at Higher Sights. She received her bachelor’s degree in general psychology from Fort Lewis College and her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Adams State University. Jessica has a passion for working with individuals who are suffering from numerous mental health concerns including grief and loss, LQBTQ+, personality disorders, adjustment disorders, anxiety, depression, and past/current traumas.
Schedule now through my website in my bio! “Your past is just a story, and once you realize this, it has no power over you.”- Chuck Palahniuk Jessica is a Licensed Professional Counselor at Higher Sights. She received her bachelor’s degree in general psychology from Fort Lewis College and her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Adams State University. Jessica has a passion for working with individuals who are suffering from numerous mental health concerns including grief and loss, LQBTQ+, personality disorders, adjustment disorders, anxiety, depression, and past/current traumas.
(720) 702-4787 View (720) 702-4787
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Higher Sights - Therapy, EMDR, & Med Management
Counselor, MSW, MA, LCSW, LPC, LAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80211
Our counselors specialize in marital counseling, anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, family and other relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, and addiction/substance abuse.
Accepting New Clients! Immediate openings, book instantly through our website link in bio! At We understand that being stuck and feeling like everything you have tried has left you hopeless is one of the most painful experiences. We help our clients feel empowered by helping them to see their own strengths and by teaching them new research-based tools to help focus and guide them for lasting change. We believe that therapy is a starting point to healing and changing patterns that have not been working. We work to help each unique client develop a new way to feel confident in approaching life matter what comes their way.
Our counselors specialize in marital counseling, anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, family and other relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, and addiction/substance abuse.
Accepting New Clients! Immediate openings, book instantly through our website link in bio! At We understand that being stuck and feeling like everything you have tried has left you hopeless is one of the most painful experiences. We help our clients feel empowered by helping them to see their own strengths and by teaching them new research-based tools to help focus and guide them for lasting change. We believe that therapy is a starting point to healing and changing patterns that have not been working. We work to help each unique client develop a new way to feel confident in approaching life matter what comes their way.
(720) 796-4704 View (720) 796-4704
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.