Trauma Focused Therapists in Southeast Boulder, Boulder, CO

Times are tough right now, and you might be feeling overwhelmed with anxiety, sadness, and loneliness. Some days it's hard to even get started at all. Or maybe you feel disconnected from your partner, like they don't understand you or care, and you wonder if you'll ever feel love again. You might be trying hard to forgive your partner for having an affair, but you just can't, and you're afraid you won't ever get past it. You do not have to struggle alone, and together we can work toward getting you or your relationship to a better place.

With a non-judgmental, collaborative, and skill building approach, I support teens, young adults, and families in their healing process and welcome you to show up authentically. I provide psychotherapy and art therapy to those looking to resolve issues related to trauma, depression, anxiety, substance use, and emotional dysregulation. Together, we can work carefully to process emotions, explore patterns, life occurrences, and also build coping strategies to gain relief from symptoms. I believe the most success comes from having a comfortable and trusting therapeutic relationship, which I am passionate to build with clients.

Psychology is derived from the Greek word psyche, meaning soul, and logos, meaning knowledge. Understanding this, I see therapy as an ongoing soulful opportunity for Self discovery. No matter your background, I show up with an authentic optimism, knowing you have a wealth of wisdom within you. I create a non-judgmental space for clients to feel seen, heard, and met with kindness through their life challenges. I guide those who seek healing in trauma, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, addiction, relationships, and spirituality. I help people reclaim joy & health with an open curiosity towards the dynamics that make up their lives.

As a therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential. During times when we are overwhelmed or flooded by emotions it can be difficult to find solutions to lifes challenges. We can become frustrated by our tendency to repeat the same patterns over and over. In our therapy we will work toward establishing balance, positive coping skills and new strategies unique to your own strengths and potential. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life.

In my work at Alpine Neurotherapy, I combine the healing power of a safe and caring therapeutic relationship with qEEG informed neurofeedback technology. I consider qEEg neurofeedback technology to be a game changer in the mental health field for a few key reasons: 1) This technology gives us the ability to obtain objective data points or “biomarkers” in brain functioning which often represent root causes of symptom presentations 2) With this data we create individualized protocols that target the specific ares in the brain that will benefit from targeted neurofeedback training

* CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS * It is no coincidence that you have made your way here. You are taking a brave step towards getting the support you, your child or your family needs. I am here to support you through whatever challenges you are facing. Whether you have experienced a traumatic event, you are struggling with a specific aspect of your life, or you are unsure of what to do next, I am here to navigate it with you. Together, we will create a welcoming environment that allows you to share your needs and goals with me, which will guide our work together. You truly deserve a life well lived.

I am currently offering Individual, Family, and Group Therapy. My Individual Therapy work focuses on issues such as Depression, Anxiety, Grief, Trauma, Mood Issues, and others. I offer EMDR treatment which is very effective in treating PTSD symptoms and treatment-resistant mood issues. My Group Therapy programs include Wilderness Therapy Programs and, newly introduced groups which focus on RPG (role-playing game)/Game Therapy. My RPG Groups focus on social skills, impulse control, and collaborative story-telling. I am currently accepting new clients for Teen and Adult groups.

Having challenges in your relationship(s)? If so, then I welcome you to the most common challenge of Being Human. I will help you to dissect the roots of your emotional struggles, relational patterns, and early family experiences in order for you to break free of the burdens you have carried for years that do not work in your life or relationships anymore. I enjoy working with adults and couples who face challenges with partnership, parenting issues and divorce. I also enjoy supporting all people realize their full potential and what is holding them back.

We all contain the inner wisdom to heal ourselves and move towards being an authentic, positive and loving person. The courage to be vulnerable -by moving toward our pain and confusion as well as our joy- utterly transforms and frees us. I am honored to enter into the sacred space of therapy together with my clients. I use an integrative, trauma informed, and strength based approach combining empathy, mindfulness, and radical acceptance as well as a plethora of therapeutic tools (ie--imagery, parts work, role play, body/somatic awareness). I have a passionate social justice orientation and am experienced in a wide breadth of issues.

Every client I have worked with wants some relief from feelings or states and some understanding of what is going on and where to go! Something has become too much, too painful, off, too frustrating or too dull and they want or need change. Maybe there is a sense the tried-and-true methods of the past won’t create the necessary change and that some consistent professional help is needed. In short, if you want less of the bothering symptoms like anxiety, depression, challenges in relationships or self-defeating behaviors, and more vitality, positivity, depth, and a sense of meaning in your life, please reach out!

Jorge works as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and has over 17 years of experience working with many different populations and backgrounds in the mental health field. He sees his work as a passion to support those who seek clarity during times of difficult challenges/transitions. Jorge believes everyone has the potential to reach their desired goals so they may be in a place in their lives that creates balance, a sense of self-organization, and a positive stimulating experience. He uses a genuine and compassionate approach that creates a safe space to express oneself, and works with you to achieve your goals.

One of my gifts is being able to see a person’s light even when they cannot see it themselves. If you find yourself blocked from your own inner-wisdom and light, I’m here to help. Perhaps you find yourself overwhelmed by trauma, grief, hurt, or other challenging life experiences. Perhaps you find your blocks manifesting as depression, anxiety, disordered eating, body image struggles, disconnection from others and yourself, or relationship issues. Perhaps you find yourself asking, “Isn’t life supposed to be more beautiful and free than this?”

We all experience pain and confusion, although at times in our life it feels like too much. Counseling provides the opportunity to let go of struggling and open to our pain and confusion in a supportive and non-judgmental environment. I work well with individuals and couples struggling with issues ranging from depression and anxiety to addiction and communication.

I am aware that beginning you search for a therapist whether it be for yourself or your child, can be quite overwhelming. It also takes both honesty and awareness that something has to change. I am happy that you have come across my site and welcome you to look further into the unique opportunities that I offer in my practice. I specialize in working with tweens, teens and young adults struggling with issues related to addiction, trauma and PTSD, in addition to mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder and life transitions.

I’ve worked with adults from a variety of experiences, beliefs, orientations, and identities to prioritize their well-being. My treatment approach emphasizes curiosity, optimism, creativity, and a little humor along the way. All of this said, you, the client, are at the center of my work—a session with me builds on the strengths you already possess and, with curiosity and compassion, asks “How do we make those more effective?” We’ll work together, developing a supportive space to bolster your own values, understand root causes, and add the skills to help you better yourself. Schedule a consult with me today.

I believe everyone has the ability to live a joyful life, have fulfilling relationships and experience wellness. I work with individuals and couples addressing challenges including: depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship difficulties, grief, disordered eating, low self esteem. I utilize practices of: PACT, mindfulness, somatic/body centered, principles of trauma resolution (neurobiology and polyvagal theory), wilderness/nature therapy, Internal Family Systems (parts work), art therapy and more in our work together.