Therapists in Woody Creek, CO

I work collaboratively to help you become aware of your strengths and start finding solutions that will enhance your life. I believe within each of us lies the solution to any life challenge, and it is my role to help you uncover your innate wisdom and inner strength to heal. My style of therapy can be described as compassionate, collaborative, holistic, and directive. We will work together to develop your goals for therapy, and my approach will be tailored to your specific situation and your personality. You can heal your life, and I am here to help.

Right now more than ever we are facing increased stress and trauma as a result of situations beyond our control. Many may feel helpless, scared, or lonely in the face of current events. My goal as a therapist is to meet my clients where they are at no matter what. Whether you're at rock bottom or looking for personal growth and increased well-being I want to work collaboratively with you to establish a plan to address and meet your goals. We will work together to determine the root cause of what you're experiencing and create a clear path to finding what you are looking for.

We live in a complex world. COVID-19 is a tipping point for many folks. I offer online support for people experiencing despair. Despair is different than depression- something that you intuitively know. Depression is a clinical diagnosis often associated with a chemical imbalance. Despair is a psycho-spiritual imbalance. It is the language of oppression. Despair is hopelessness and a loss of meaning. It is, essentially, the anxiety that comes from an inability to be oneself in a strange (and beautiful) world.

I am a Licensed Psychotherapist specializing in Individual and Couples Therapies. I maintain a private practice in Boulder, Colorado and am a graduate of Naropa University. With over 21yrs of experience the therapeutic approach I use is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges. As needed, I integrate complementary methodologies and techniques to offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each client. With compassion and understanding, I work with each individual to help them build on their strengths and attain the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and am working on finishing my requirements to be a Licensed Addiction Counselor as well. I joined the JFS Boulder team October 2023. Prior to this, I have worked in hospital settings providing inpatient psychotherapy and psychiatric evaluations. I have also spent time providing school-based psychotherapy as part of a grant funded program. I am originally from Illinois, but after moving to Denver for graduate school have been proud to call Colorado home for over 4 years now. I completed my master’s degree in forensic psychology in 2021 at DU.

Struggling with symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, or however your distress manifests makes us feel trapped, in cycles of outbursts or avoidance, and coping in ways that are not sustainable. We blame ourselves bringing us further from feeling connected and closer to feeling ashamed. Typically what we see on the surface is mistaken for ourself and is our way to cope with the issues that lie underneath. Therapy is creating a compassionate and purposeful environment to dive into deeper issues, seeing how these issues present in daily life, and developing relevant skills to free ourselves from these issues.

Do you scroll through your social media and wonder why you aren’t living your “best life”? You might say, “why does it feel like everyone else has their sh*t together and here I am, struggling to 'adult' on a good day?" Do you feel like you’ve lost your chance to live the life you always thought you'd have? Maybe you’ve achieved success, but are drowning in keeping up with your own unrelenting standards. You're exhausted from performing and disappointed that you always have to miss out. You know there is more to life than your job, but you can't seem to find that work/life balance. Life has become about keeping up versus living.

I work with people who struggle with substance use and trauma, stress and depression, helping clients to get unstuck from old patterns that cause unhappiness. My experience has been that clients find the right answers and resolve their own issues, once they are able to talk through their struggles and look at them in a different way. My clients may struggle with addiction, anxiety, or trauma - we work for them to be able to "get out of the rut" they've been stuck in. I like to have a good feel for my clients' lives and emotions, and that only comes from really being present, so I work almost exclusively face-to-face.

My goal as a Licensed Professional Counselor is to offer professional care on a personal level to clients in Colorado Springs and Woodland Park. My focus is on working with individuals, families and couples from all walks of life that are open to learning and growing. If you are struggling with shame or frustrated that things seem to be beyond your control, then I would like to help you discover what can help you find freedom. Whether the barrier is depression, anxiety, addiction, sexual issues in your relationship, or establishing healthy boundaries, there is hope and freedom.

ONLINE Counseling service. "I've lost my passion." "I don't have the energy." Are you in a helping profession and dealing with occupational burnout and/or compassion fatigue? Choose to decrease your anxiety and stress levels, boost your mood, and be intentional about self-care. This is your time to put a stop to that negative downward spiral. This year you can boost your confidence level, increase your output, be proud of yourself, and change the course of your life. "How?" Connection, Accountability, and Support. You do not have to do it alone.

Online only- Feeling stuck, anxious, depressed, or overwhelmed? Struggling with your mood, substance abuse, a challenging family or relationship dynamic? I believe that no matter what you have been through, or are currently facing, you have the capacity to heal and thrive. After working for years, with a high level of success, with some of the most traumatized, addicted, and overlooked individuals in society, I have a broad knowledge and ability to help or assist many who are stuck or feel they cannot be helped.

The world we live in today can be overwhelming at times. Navigating the ups and downs that accompany this can be incredibly difficult and you do not need to do it alone. When we feel lost or overwhelmed it can create a sense of disconnection from ourselves and others. The life you want to be living is possible, and your decision to seek help is an incredibly powerful one. My specialties include working with individuals who are struggling with trauma, addictions, anxiety, and depression.

Welcome to this journey regardless if therapy is new or familiar to you. I strive to create a compassionate, kind, yet appropriately challenging space for self-acceptance, transformation, and insight. Through relational and cultural lenses that include awareness and mindfulness as ground, I believe all obstacles and challenges can be explored. I hope to walk with you along this path of discovering your innate wisdom, potential for growth, healing, and transformation.

Is Addiction hurting you or your loved ones? Struggling with anxiety, depression, procrastination, conflict? Or do you just need to feel listened to? I've been in the Addiction and Mental Health field for over 15 years. I'm a Licensed Addiction Counselor, Mental Health specialist, Victim Advocate/Victim Services Provider, specializing in trauma and recovery from abuse and violence, and Behavioral Health for individuals and couples/families. I have a Bachelor's in Mental Health Counseling from MSU Denver, completed a Master’s in Psychology and a second Master's program in Clinical Counseling at Regis. I love what I do. Let me help!

New Patients: I'm available! I believe in a holistic approach to mental health and can support you either as a standalone talk therapist or with ketamine-assisted psychotherapy. I work with our in-house psychiatrists to get you the results you want with your mental health with or without meds. Ask me about TMS! Wherever you are on your journey, I am ready to help you overcome the roadblocks of depression, anxiety, grief/loss, trauma, low self-esteem/self-worth, identity exploration, substance use, or whatever else has been holding you back from living the life you want to live. "Little by little, one travels far." - Unknown

Healing takes place through compassion, trust, and acceptance. I strive to help clients recognize their strengths in difficult times and promote healing from past hardships, stress, and addiction issues. I use a holistic approach, with emphasis on the mind-body connection. Several clients have told me that they appreciate my compassionate, non-judgmental and collaborative approach.

You’re someone who has been relying on changing your body to change your life, overthinking every thought or feeling you have, fearing that if you don’t get in control that you will fall apart at any second. And even after all this time and effort, you still find yourself unable to find relief, feeling frustrated for not feeling different, despite trying everything. But you’re here because something has got to give. You’re ready to try something new to finally heal your relationship with yourself, your body, and food. Most importantly, you’re ready to find hope, lasting relief, and leave chaos behind. I want to help you get there.

My ideal Client is anyone who desires to actively work to understand and overcome their symptoms related to anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, and whatever else ails them. Anyone who is suffering at work, in relationships, and in day-to-day functioning is welcome.

All too often we find ourselves repeating the same behaviors, pursing the same types of relationships, and feeling frustrated with the same emotional experiences. Are you stuck in an addictive pattern? Are you a betrayed partner or family member of someone with substance abuse or who is abusive? I’m here for you! With 10 years of experience working with others and having worked through my own struggles, I hope to help you live a more satisfying and meaningful life. I work specifically with individuals and partners with substance abuse, relationship issues, anxiety, life transitions, narcissistic abuse, and trauma.