Buddhist Therapists in Boulder, CO
Holding intentional space for you to open into your deeper vision of who you are.
Together we'll build your new life, heal relationships, change family dynamics, and create integration.
I'll help you uncover what's holding you back from the life you want.
I blend somatic work, mindfulness practices, and deep self-inquiry to create lasting transformation—not just in sessions, but in your daily life and relationships.
My approach is integrative and tailored to you. I draw on body-centered techniques, contemplative practices, and additional resources as needed.
I also support clients exploring somatic and psychedelic integration.
Holding intentional space for you to open into your deeper vision of who you are.
Together we'll build your new life, heal relationships, change family dynamics, and create integration.
I'll help you uncover what's holding you back from the life you want.
I blend somatic work, mindfulness practices, and deep self-inquiry to create lasting transformation—not just in sessions, but in your daily life and relationships.
My approach is integrative and tailored to you. I draw on body-centered techniques, contemplative practices, and additional resources as needed.
I also support clients exploring somatic and psychedelic integration.
As a Tibetan Buddhist practitioner, I hold a deep respect for each person’s innate wisdom and capacity to heal.
Are you ready to live authentically and compassionately on your own side? Through Internal Family Systems (IFS) and mindfulness-based therapy, I offer a supportive space to explore the parts of you that feel in conflict. Together, we'll help those parts soften so you can feel more grounded and at peace with yourself. If you've tried therapy before but still feel stuck in old patterns, I get it. My work goes beyond talk therapy to help you build an embodied, healing relationship with even the hard-to-love parts of yourself. True well-being is possible, and I would love to help you find greater ease and authenticity in your life.
As a Tibetan Buddhist practitioner, I hold a deep respect for each person’s innate wisdom and capacity to heal.
Are you ready to live authentically and compassionately on your own side? Through Internal Family Systems (IFS) and mindfulness-based therapy, I offer a supportive space to explore the parts of you that feel in conflict. Together, we'll help those parts soften so you can feel more grounded and at peace with yourself. If you've tried therapy before but still feel stuck in old patterns, I get it. My work goes beyond talk therapy to help you build an embodied, healing relationship with even the hard-to-love parts of yourself. True well-being is possible, and I would love to help you find greater ease and authenticity in your life.
It’s hard being a human! And sometimes, we need help figuring things out. Each of us desires contentment and fulfillment in our lives, but it's hard to find when we don't know what we don't know: what's really in the way?, why does it keep showing up? what can I DO about this situation?, and who am I? These questions become increasingly loud during major life events such as divorce, death, marriage, a career change, etc. We ALL experience this pain and confusion, but the good news is, you're not alone.
It’s hard being a human! And sometimes, we need help figuring things out. Each of us desires contentment and fulfillment in our lives, but it's hard to find when we don't know what we don't know: what's really in the way?, why does it keep showing up? what can I DO about this situation?, and who am I? These questions become increasingly loud during major life events such as divorce, death, marriage, a career change, etc. We ALL experience this pain and confusion, but the good news is, you're not alone.
Your thoughts are racing-examining what you did, or could have done, wondering if you are over-thinking the situation. You try to pretend everything is okay but deep down there is a nagging feeling that something is off. So you work on doing all of the right things, trying to fix yourself, trying to improve, but the feeling inside doesn't change. You may even over-perform in attempt to prove to yourself and the world that you are worthy. But the feeling lingers. Many of my clients have had similar struggles with anxiety, perfectionism, self-doubt, trauma histories, or difficulty feeling comfortable in relationships.
Your thoughts are racing-examining what you did, or could have done, wondering if you are over-thinking the situation. You try to pretend everything is okay but deep down there is a nagging feeling that something is off. So you work on doing all of the right things, trying to fix yourself, trying to improve, but the feeling inside doesn't change. You may even over-perform in attempt to prove to yourself and the world that you are worthy. But the feeling lingers. Many of my clients have had similar struggles with anxiety, perfectionism, self-doubt, trauma histories, or difficulty feeling comfortable in relationships.
You need a sense of direction but you have a hard time making decisions, you are not sure what you truly want, and what your gifts and talents are; hence you feel disconnected from a sense of purpose. You are not sure if you have trauma from the past that is holding you back or if something else is going on. You have been identifying patterns that hold you back, that find yourself in situations that are sucking your energy and being overall detrimental, but you don’t know how to get out of them.
You need a sense of direction but you have a hard time making decisions, you are not sure what you truly want, and what your gifts and talents are; hence you feel disconnected from a sense of purpose. You are not sure if you have trauma from the past that is holding you back or if something else is going on. You have been identifying patterns that hold you back, that find yourself in situations that are sucking your energy and being overall detrimental, but you don’t know how to get out of them.
We'll figure this out together! Get back to baseline and begin to build the life you want to live. I'll help you learn to use your body as a resource for your mind. Beginning with simple breathing techniques & physical movements to aid in emotional management & reduction of stress, anxiety, & depression. For those who are ready, we will do the deeper work of releasing unprocessed emotions & old storylines that may be silently running your life in the background. Thus transforming hardships into wisdom & personal power to propel your life forward in whatever direction you choose.
We'll figure this out together! Get back to baseline and begin to build the life you want to live. I'll help you learn to use your body as a resource for your mind. Beginning with simple breathing techniques & physical movements to aid in emotional management & reduction of stress, anxiety, & depression. For those who are ready, we will do the deeper work of releasing unprocessed emotions & old storylines that may be silently running your life in the background. Thus transforming hardships into wisdom & personal power to propel your life forward in whatever direction you choose.
Adaptive somatic psychotherapy for multicultural, LGBTQIA+ folks, and creatives to heal from past traumas, learn healthy patterns in relationship, manage chronic illness & pain, and thrive despite day-to-day stressors. Imagine having support for anxiety & depression that helps you access creativity, resilience, and joy! I love working with clients to explore big life questions, find what it means to stay true to yourself while living authentically between multiple expectations, cultures & languages. With over 15 years of experience, I rely on mindfulness, somatics, neuroscience, and supportive, honest feedback.
Adaptive somatic psychotherapy for multicultural, LGBTQIA+ folks, and creatives to heal from past traumas, learn healthy patterns in relationship, manage chronic illness & pain, and thrive despite day-to-day stressors. Imagine having support for anxiety & depression that helps you access creativity, resilience, and joy! I love working with clients to explore big life questions, find what it means to stay true to yourself while living authentically between multiple expectations, cultures & languages. With over 15 years of experience, I rely on mindfulness, somatics, neuroscience, and supportive, honest feedback.
My ideal clients are men & couples navigating communication challenges, disconnection, recurring conflict, and/or seeking sex therapy. Many men also face relationship and dating challenges, including difficulties in communication, intimacy, and their sex life. They may struggle with confidence or performance anxiety and want to feel more connected and capable in relationships. Clients often come seeking deeper intimacy, clearer communication, and a more grounded sense of self. Through an attachment-based approach, we build awareness, shift patterns, and support stronger, more secure, and fulfilling relationships.
My ideal clients are men & couples navigating communication challenges, disconnection, recurring conflict, and/or seeking sex therapy. Many men also face relationship and dating challenges, including difficulties in communication, intimacy, and their sex life. They may struggle with confidence or performance anxiety and want to feel more connected and capable in relationships. Clients often come seeking deeper intimacy, clearer communication, and a more grounded sense of self. Through an attachment-based approach, we build awareness, shift patterns, and support stronger, more secure, and fulfilling relationships.
Do you want to shift negative patterns that are holding you back? Reduce anxiety and depression? Therapy is a relationship that allows for an exploration into the deepest realms of the self in a nurturing space where you can be honest and open. We create a language for the practice of self-discovery and integration in the spirt of mutual growth and recovery; this looks different for every person. I use many techniques: talk therapy, somatic, EMDR, KAP, Parts work, mindfulness, cognitive, relational and attachment work. I am a contemplative psychotherapist who works from an integral framework, utilizing a non-pathologic view.
Do you want to shift negative patterns that are holding you back? Reduce anxiety and depression? Therapy is a relationship that allows for an exploration into the deepest realms of the self in a nurturing space where you can be honest and open. We create a language for the practice of self-discovery and integration in the spirt of mutual growth and recovery; this looks different for every person. I use many techniques: talk therapy, somatic, EMDR, KAP, Parts work, mindfulness, cognitive, relational and attachment work. I am a contemplative psychotherapist who works from an integral framework, utilizing a non-pathologic view.
In addition to having a BA in Psychology and a MA in Contemplative Psychotherapy and Buddhist Psychology, I've also completed training as a level 1 Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and have training/experience in teaching various meditation practices and mindfulness based tools used for regulating and tolerating unpleasant emotions and experiences
The passion for the work that I do comes from my deep conviction that everyone can benefit from, and in fact deserves, a safe space to be truly heard, seen, and understood. I enjoy working with individuals of all ages and backgrounds, and have experience/ training in supporting clients struggling with a wide range of mental health issues including depression, anxiety, substance use, grief, shame, trauma/PTSD, bipolar disorder, and psychosis. I do not ascribe to a one size fits all model of therapy and believe every client to be unique both in terms of there personal goals for therapy and the best way to help them reach these goals
In addition to having a BA in Psychology and a MA in Contemplative Psychotherapy and Buddhist Psychology, I've also completed training as a level 1 Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and have training/experience in teaching various meditation practices and mindfulness based tools used for regulating and tolerating unpleasant emotions and experiences
The passion for the work that I do comes from my deep conviction that everyone can benefit from, and in fact deserves, a safe space to be truly heard, seen, and understood. I enjoy working with individuals of all ages and backgrounds, and have experience/ training in supporting clients struggling with a wide range of mental health issues including depression, anxiety, substance use, grief, shame, trauma/PTSD, bipolar disorder, and psychosis. I do not ascribe to a one size fits all model of therapy and believe every client to be unique both in terms of there personal goals for therapy and the best way to help them reach these goals
I received my Master's in Contemplative Psychotherapy and Buddhist Psychology from Naropa University in 2017.
I'm excited to work with people who are deeply motivated to shake up their belief systems, habit patterns and want to change despite the discomfort that may come. While I work best with folks who have already started their inner work and who are committed to their own process, I also enjoy supporting people doing this work for the first time and who might not know where to start. In Contemplative Therapy paradox is where it's at!
I love finding creative ways to help teens, young adults, and LGBTQIA+ folks connect with who they really are. If you need a supportive counselor on your journey of self discovery, consider me!
I received my Master's in Contemplative Psychotherapy and Buddhist Psychology from Naropa University in 2017.
I'm excited to work with people who are deeply motivated to shake up their belief systems, habit patterns and want to change despite the discomfort that may come. While I work best with folks who have already started their inner work and who are committed to their own process, I also enjoy supporting people doing this work for the first time and who might not know where to start. In Contemplative Therapy paradox is where it's at!
I love finding creative ways to help teens, young adults, and LGBTQIA+ folks connect with who they really are. If you need a supportive counselor on your journey of self discovery, consider me!
You may be longing to feel more at home in your body, more connected in your relationships, or more trusting of your intuition. You don't have to heal your trauma to be in healthy relationships, you just have to be in a healthy relationship with your trauma. Your wounds shape who you are and how you show up in the world in uniquely special and brilliant ways. Our work involves unhooking the binds that your trauma patterns have created so that you can experience an inner sense of safety and trust, be more empowered in your relationships, and come to know and love the gifts that your life path has challenged you to open to.
You may be longing to feel more at home in your body, more connected in your relationships, or more trusting of your intuition. You don't have to heal your trauma to be in healthy relationships, you just have to be in a healthy relationship with your trauma. Your wounds shape who you are and how you show up in the world in uniquely special and brilliant ways. Our work involves unhooking the binds that your trauma patterns have created so that you can experience an inner sense of safety and trust, be more empowered in your relationships, and come to know and love the gifts that your life path has challenged you to open to.
I work with people seeking personal growth, searching for meaning and wellbeing. People come to me for guidance working through personal histories; creating healthy relationships; building confidence and communication skills; managing workplace issues; uncovering clarity and fresh directions, greater life engagement, fulfillment, and moving past feeling ‘stuck’. Through our gentle work and exploration you will begin to untangle the internal and external knots that bind you, and reconnect with your core being. Our work becomes the catalyst for increased personal awareness and deeply sought growth, forward movement, and fulfillment.
I work with people seeking personal growth, searching for meaning and wellbeing. People come to me for guidance working through personal histories; creating healthy relationships; building confidence and communication skills; managing workplace issues; uncovering clarity and fresh directions, greater life engagement, fulfillment, and moving past feeling ‘stuck’. Through our gentle work and exploration you will begin to untangle the internal and external knots that bind you, and reconnect with your core being. Our work becomes the catalyst for increased personal awareness and deeply sought growth, forward movement, and fulfillment.
Dr. Victoria S Grey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, DSW, MSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Let's work together to build greater understanding of yourself and build the skills to help you work towards your greatest hopes! I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, complex trauma/PTSD, bipolar disorder and those working to understand and embrace their unique, intersectional identity. I have an emphasis in working with a diverse range of persons and thus strive to create particularly inclusive, trauma-informed, kink/sex-positive, neurodivergent-friendly, and C/ENM/polyam-friendly therapeutic spaces. I also have a specialty in supporting other professionals that provide care, particularly counselors and social workers.
Let's work together to build greater understanding of yourself and build the skills to help you work towards your greatest hopes! I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, complex trauma/PTSD, bipolar disorder and those working to understand and embrace their unique, intersectional identity. I have an emphasis in working with a diverse range of persons and thus strive to create particularly inclusive, trauma-informed, kink/sex-positive, neurodivergent-friendly, and C/ENM/polyam-friendly therapeutic spaces. I also have a specialty in supporting other professionals that provide care, particularly counselors and social workers.
My practice offers affirming care for LGBTQIA+ individuals and couples ready to engage with their growth. Whether navigating identity, anxiety, trauma, or major transitions, I facilitate a space where you can get in touch with your innate wisdom and move towards healing. I provide a grounded, relational environment to help you reclaim stability, and strengthen your internal resources. I blend compassion, mindfulness, and humor to help you meet fears with curiosity. Rooted in ideals of diversity, equity and inclusion, I actively strive to cultivate a safe space for all backgrounds and identities.
My practice offers affirming care for LGBTQIA+ individuals and couples ready to engage with their growth. Whether navigating identity, anxiety, trauma, or major transitions, I facilitate a space where you can get in touch with your innate wisdom and move towards healing. I provide a grounded, relational environment to help you reclaim stability, and strengthen your internal resources. I blend compassion, mindfulness, and humor to help you meet fears with curiosity. Rooted in ideals of diversity, equity and inclusion, I actively strive to cultivate a safe space for all backgrounds and identities.
My name is Erik Castro, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Natural Medicine Facilitator in Training (NMIT). I work with individuals navigating spirituality, depression, and schizophrenia, especially those seeking a therapeutic space honoring clinical understanding and the deeper layers of human experience.
My approach integrates traditional therapeutic insight with a holistic appreciation for the physical, psychological, social, and spiritual dimensions of life. I see therapy as a collaboration where we examine your challenges through multiple lenses to reveal your patterns, strengths, and innate potential.
My name is Erik Castro, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Natural Medicine Facilitator in Training (NMIT). I work with individuals navigating spirituality, depression, and schizophrenia, especially those seeking a therapeutic space honoring clinical understanding and the deeper layers of human experience.
My approach integrates traditional therapeutic insight with a holistic appreciation for the physical, psychological, social, and spiritual dimensions of life. I see therapy as a collaboration where we examine your challenges through multiple lenses to reveal your patterns, strengths, and innate potential.
My training is grounded in Buddhist Psychology and Contemplative Psychotherapy.
Are you searching for understanding? Are you wanting to better hold the complexities of your life? Often, truth and wisdom can seem out of reach. This can be due to a number of things that act as obstacles and obscurations to our full understanding of ourselves, others, and human relationships. This experience of being confused, perplexed, or lost is a natural and normal part of being human. This does not mean, however, that you are destined to remain in a state of suffering and confusion. Your brilliance, intelligence, wisdom, and way to wellbeing remain within you. I can help you reconnect to this innate wisdom.
My training is grounded in Buddhist Psychology and Contemplative Psychotherapy.
Are you searching for understanding? Are you wanting to better hold the complexities of your life? Often, truth and wisdom can seem out of reach. This can be due to a number of things that act as obstacles and obscurations to our full understanding of ourselves, others, and human relationships. This experience of being confused, perplexed, or lost is a natural and normal part of being human. This does not mean, however, that you are destined to remain in a state of suffering and confusion. Your brilliance, intelligence, wisdom, and way to wellbeing remain within you. I can help you reconnect to this innate wisdom.
Welcome! I'm glad you're here. Sometimes we don’t understand why life is so painful; we might be great at our jobs, but our relationships are a shambles. Or we may have attained “success” but still feel a sense of emptiness, meaninglessness, and confusion. Or we may feel like we’re doing all the right things, but nothing seems to go our way. My role is to be a companion to you in discovering your inherent spark, your intrinsic gifts, and the strength in your vulnerability. Clients have expressed to me that they value my blend of warmth, compassionate interest, and ability to bridge the gap between mind and heart. I'd love to talk
Welcome! I'm glad you're here. Sometimes we don’t understand why life is so painful; we might be great at our jobs, but our relationships are a shambles. Or we may have attained “success” but still feel a sense of emptiness, meaninglessness, and confusion. Or we may feel like we’re doing all the right things, but nothing seems to go our way. My role is to be a companion to you in discovering your inherent spark, your intrinsic gifts, and the strength in your vulnerability. Clients have expressed to me that they value my blend of warmth, compassionate interest, and ability to bridge the gap between mind and heart. I'd love to talk
Are you wanting a specific approach to working with trauma, Complex PTSD, stress/anxiety in the nervous system, or even a challenging life transition? Are you looking for a mindfulness-based psychotherapist with extensive trauma/somatic trainings and experience? I specialize in working with Trauma, Eating Disorders, Domestic Violence, anxiety and depression. I’ve studied trauma/PTSD for the past 10 years, and have helped clients work through painful memories, PTSD/C-PTSD, trauma, anxiety, depression, and Eating Disorders/disordered eating. I use a HAES/anti-diet approach to working with Eating Disorders.
Are you wanting a specific approach to working with trauma, Complex PTSD, stress/anxiety in the nervous system, or even a challenging life transition? Are you looking for a mindfulness-based psychotherapist with extensive trauma/somatic trainings and experience? I specialize in working with Trauma, Eating Disorders, Domestic Violence, anxiety and depression. I’ve studied trauma/PTSD for the past 10 years, and have helped clients work through painful memories, PTSD/C-PTSD, trauma, anxiety, depression, and Eating Disorders/disordered eating. I use a HAES/anti-diet approach to working with Eating Disorders.
I am here to assist anyone who is struggling and wants to heal, grow and flourish so that they can finally be the person they always knew they could be!
I hold the process of therapy as a sacred opportunity for two people to share and explore how humans learn, grow and flourish through the gifts and challenges that living on this planet at this time offers us. I believe we each know the way home to ourselves, our wise, healthy and whole selves, and I am here to assist you in discovering and uncovering the true “you” beyond traumas, defenses, and experiences of depression, anxiety, shut down, or overwhelm.
I am here to assist anyone who is struggling and wants to heal, grow and flourish so that they can finally be the person they always knew they could be!
I hold the process of therapy as a sacred opportunity for two people to share and explore how humans learn, grow and flourish through the gifts and challenges that living on this planet at this time offers us. I believe we each know the way home to ourselves, our wise, healthy and whole selves, and I am here to assist you in discovering and uncovering the true “you” beyond traumas, defenses, and experiences of depression, anxiety, shut down, or overwhelm.
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Is buddhism beneficial for mental health?
While Buddhism itself is not a treatment for mental health conditions, its practices can greatly enhance mental well-being by introducing coping skills and ideas that promote overall wellness. Key Buddhist practices, such as mindfulness, have been shown to alleviate symptoms of various mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, addiction, and trauma. Moreover, Buddhism's focus on self-compassion, non-judgment, and acceptance can benefit individuals with particularly negative or self-critical thought patterns.
What are the concepts and principles of buddhism as a therapeutic approach?
Core Buddhist principles are often used in therapy to help clients gain insight into their thoughts and emotions. Concepts such as suffering (dukkha) and impermanence (anicca) are applied to help clients recognize that common forms of suffering, like repetitive negative thought patterns, can be accepted and viewed as impermanent. The Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path are additional core concepts utilized frequently in Buddhist therapy sessions. The Four Noble Truths highlight the existence of suffering as an inherent part of the human experience—an insight frequently used to move clients toward greater acceptance. The Eightfold Path, which includes right understanding, right thought, right speech, right action, right livelihood, right effort, right concentration, and right mindfulness, offers practical skills to alleviate suffering.
What is the buddhist approach and practice during a therapy session?
Therapists informed by Buddhist principles often integrate mindfulness and meditation practices into therapy sessions to help clients cultivate greater acceptance, compassion, and non-judgment toward themselves and others. Typically, Buddhist therapists guide clients through mindfulness exercises, such as breathing exercises or body scans, and encourage them to practice similar exercises outside of sessions. Additionally, many Buddhist therapists utilize elements of Positive Psychology or Compassion-Focused Therapy, which can help reduce symptoms of self-criticism and shame common among clients with various mental health conditions. In general, Buddhist therapists strive to embody the compassion and non-judgmental approach they promote, often incorporating exercises aimed at developing compassion in session, such as loving-kindness meditation (Metta).
Is mindfulness the same as buddhism in the context of therapy?
While Buddhist therapists frequently integrate mindfulness practices into therapy sessions, the terms mindfulness and Buddhism are not synonymous in the context of therapy. Therapists may use mindfulness techniques, such as Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) or Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), without identifying as a Buddhist therapist. In contrast, those practicing within a Buddhist belief framework typically encourage mindfulness therapies, in addition to foundational Buddhist beliefs, such as the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path. These therapists may also guide clients toward a deeper understanding of Buddhist philosophy, unlike those who use Buddhist mindfulness principles without the broader spiritual context.