Depression Therapists in Boulder, CO
I specialize in working with individuals and athletes dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, injury, performance anxiety, etc.
I have been working with teens, young adults, and adults for the past 15+ years. As a mother, athlete, and business owner, I understand the pressures of life, work, family, and sports. My speciality is helping others manage these stressors to find more balance and harmony.
I specialize in working with individuals and athletes dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, injury, performance anxiety, etc.
I have been working with teens, young adults, and adults for the past 15+ years. As a mother, athlete, and business owner, I understand the pressures of life, work, family, and sports. My speciality is helping others manage these stressors to find more balance and harmony.
Are you angry or depressed?
I have training in couples counseling which promotes healthy relationship boundaries. I am a Certified Integrative Body Psychotherapist. I have studied the enneagram of personality for over thirty years. I use the enneagram as a tool to help people understand their psychological preferences or habits.
Are you angry or depressed?
I have training in couples counseling which promotes healthy relationship boundaries. I am a Certified Integrative Body Psychotherapist. I have studied the enneagram of personality for over thirty years. I use the enneagram as a tool to help people understand their psychological preferences or habits.
I work with clients struggling with anxiety and depression, whether or not they understand why.
Welcome! I help people meet the places in themselves that can feel stuck, limiting, or hurting with gentleness, heart, and mindfulness. In order to adapt to this wild world, we all had to creatively learn how to meet our needs and protect our vulnerable hearts. Most of the time, these creative adaptations become outdated and we find ourselves feeling hedged in by our own old habitual patterns of relating to ourselves, the people in our lives, and the world around us. I work with my clients to bring mindfulness, compassion, curiosity, radical acceptance, and a sense of humor into the places that need company, care, and support.
I work with clients struggling with anxiety and depression, whether or not they understand why.
Welcome! I help people meet the places in themselves that can feel stuck, limiting, or hurting with gentleness, heart, and mindfulness. In order to adapt to this wild world, we all had to creatively learn how to meet our needs and protect our vulnerable hearts. Most of the time, these creative adaptations become outdated and we find ourselves feeling hedged in by our own old habitual patterns of relating to ourselves, the people in our lives, and the world around us. I work with my clients to bring mindfulness, compassion, curiosity, radical acceptance, and a sense of humor into the places that need company, care, and support.
I am skilled in helping with depression, anxiety, substance abuse, stress, trauma, and LGBTQIA+ concerns
Life can be full of challenges and we all need extra support at times. I strive to create a safe space to process difficult emotions and situations
I am skilled in helping with depression, anxiety, substance abuse, stress, trauma, and LGBTQIA+ concerns
Life can be full of challenges and we all need extra support at times. I strive to create a safe space to process difficult emotions and situations
Hello, I'm Raymell. My counseling style embraces the principles of Positive Psychology, which is based on the belief that we should be as concerned with a person's strengths as we are with their weaknesses. This approach is client-centered, focusing on building the best parts of an individual while also addressing and repairing the more challenging aspects. I believe in using a kind, yet direct approach with my clients, working in a non-judgmental manner and meeting them exactly where they are in life.
Hello, I'm Raymell. My counseling style embraces the principles of Positive Psychology, which is based on the belief that we should be as concerned with a person's strengths as we are with their weaknesses. This approach is client-centered, focusing on building the best parts of an individual while also addressing and repairing the more challenging aspects. I believe in using a kind, yet direct approach with my clients, working in a non-judgmental manner and meeting them exactly where they are in life.
For years I have worked with clients who are moving through major life transitions and grief, or working with depression, anxiety, or psychological trauma.
In addition to office-based psychotherapy, I practice Nature-Based Psychotherapy, which helps engage clients in a process of exploring their core self. I work primarily with those suffering from grief and depression, individuals working to strengthen their role in a lifelong relationship, and people who have experienced psychological trauma.
For years I have worked with clients who are moving through major life transitions and grief, or working with depression, anxiety, or psychological trauma.
In addition to office-based psychotherapy, I practice Nature-Based Psychotherapy, which helps engage clients in a process of exploring their core self. I work primarily with those suffering from grief and depression, individuals working to strengthen their role in a lifelong relationship, and people who have experienced psychological trauma.
Ashley Shires
Licensed Professional Counselor, MFA, MA, LPC
Boulder, CO 80304
Waitlist for new clients
I use a mindfulness-based based approach to support clients through life transitions, loss, anxiety, depression and PTSD.
I am a certified Brainspotting therapist, a trauma-informed modality similar to EMDR, and I am trained in DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy) and CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy). I am an AcuDetox (Auricular Acupuncture) Practitioner, offering a specialized protocol to help calm the nervous system. I am passionate about the power of emotional regulation.
I use a mindfulness-based based approach to support clients through life transitions, loss, anxiety, depression and PTSD.
I am a certified Brainspotting therapist, a trauma-informed modality similar to EMDR, and I am trained in DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy) and CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy). I am an AcuDetox (Auricular Acupuncture) Practitioner, offering a specialized protocol to help calm the nervous system. I am passionate about the power of emotional regulation.
I love working with all my clients and have extensive experience with supporting people experiencing challenges related to Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), learning and academic struggles, behavioral difficulties, Anxiety, Depression, and social and family stress.
Learning about, listening to, and working with people to implement effective strategies is what I love to do and I look forward to continuing to support families and individuals. I provide evidence-based, skills-based therapy with the intention of creating feelings of confidence and independence.
I love working with all my clients and have extensive experience with supporting people experiencing challenges related to Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), learning and academic struggles, behavioral difficulties, Anxiety, Depression, and social and family stress.
Learning about, listening to, and working with people to implement effective strategies is what I love to do and I look forward to continuing to support families and individuals. I provide evidence-based, skills-based therapy with the intention of creating feelings of confidence and independence.
I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief, relationship challenges, spiritual crisis/development, and I coach people to help them realize their life goals, what they really want in life, work/career and relationships.
In my work I bring deep clarity and understanding, a warm human connection, a compassionate heart, and create a friendly atmosphere where people can feel welcomed and at ease. Together we can overcome the challenges you may be facing and realize what you really want in life.
I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief, relationship challenges, spiritual crisis/development, and I coach people to help them realize their life goals, what they really want in life, work/career and relationships.
In my work I bring deep clarity and understanding, a warm human connection, a compassionate heart, and create a friendly atmosphere where people can feel welcomed and at ease. Together we can overcome the challenges you may be facing and realize what you really want in life.
We work with individuals who are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or struggling with life stressors, relationships, mood disorders, or substance use. Many of our clients are looking for support but do not want to wait weeks to be seen. We offer virtual therapy across multiple states and can typically schedule appointments within 24–48 hours. Our team uses evidence-based approaches, including cognitive-behavioral and solution-focused therapy, to help clients gain clarity, stability, and practical tools to move forward.
We work with individuals who are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or struggling with life stressors, relationships, mood disorders, or substance use. Many of our clients are looking for support but do not want to wait weeks to be seen. We offer virtual therapy across multiple states and can typically schedule appointments within 24–48 hours. Our team uses evidence-based approaches, including cognitive-behavioral and solution-focused therapy, to help clients gain clarity, stability, and practical tools to move forward.
My training and education has concentrated on cognitive behavioral interventions (ACT, CBT, REBT, DBT) and Mindfulness modalities, with a focus on anxiety, depression, parent support, work, school, marital and situational stress, and life transition challenges.
I strive to empower and enable my clients to successfully navigate life's many challenges. My approach is active, experiential and educational in nature. Rather than trying to control, eliminate or avoid painful thoughts and emotions, I work with my clients in learning new ways to relate to life's difficult and often painful experiences. Whether you are a parent, a spouse, a young adult, a business professional or senior, my goal is to help you live a rewarding and meaningful life, living authentically, and becoming the person you aspire to be. Please vist my website for more information about my work and how I might be of help.
My training and education has concentrated on cognitive behavioral interventions (ACT, CBT, REBT, DBT) and Mindfulness modalities, with a focus on anxiety, depression, parent support, work, school, marital and situational stress, and life transition challenges.
I strive to empower and enable my clients to successfully navigate life's many challenges. My approach is active, experiential and educational in nature. Rather than trying to control, eliminate or avoid painful thoughts and emotions, I work with my clients in learning new ways to relate to life's difficult and often painful experiences. Whether you are a parent, a spouse, a young adult, a business professional or senior, my goal is to help you live a rewarding and meaningful life, living authentically, and becoming the person you aspire to be. Please vist my website for more information about my work and how I might be of help.
Hello, I'm Jon Nichols. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, my mission is to empower you to achieve emotional balance and personal growth. I offer a warm and compassionate space where you can safely explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences without fear of judgment. With a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from Lesley University and licensure in the State of Colorado, I bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to our sessions. Over the years, I've had the privilege of working with a diverse range of clients, helping them navigate various emotional and spiritual challenges.
Hello, I'm Jon Nichols. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, my mission is to empower you to achieve emotional balance and personal growth. I offer a warm and compassionate space where you can safely explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences without fear of judgment. With a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from Lesley University and licensure in the State of Colorado, I bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to our sessions. Over the years, I've had the privilege of working with a diverse range of clients, helping them navigate various emotional and spiritual challenges.
I am a licensed professional clinical counselor who specializes in anxiety, depression, grief, and many more complex mental health challenges, and have been in private practice for 8 years.
I have the pleasure of working with individual adult clients who are struggling with mental and emotional limitations that keep them from experiencing their best lives. Clients I work with who report success with my approach present with challenges such as depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, and many more complex symptoms and disorders.
I am a licensed professional clinical counselor who specializes in anxiety, depression, grief, and many more complex mental health challenges, and have been in private practice for 8 years.
I have the pleasure of working with individual adult clients who are struggling with mental and emotional limitations that keep them from experiencing their best lives. Clients I work with who report success with my approach present with challenges such as depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, and many more complex symptoms and disorders.
As your therapist I will work hard to provide you with the tools to overcome obstacles and reach your personal goals. Unlocking your potential will be our primary aim along with developing an awareness of how we create our own blocks. You will also work towards becoming more yourself as strange as that may sound! This involves getting more in touch with your own psyche, which can be an incredibly rewarding process.
I am currently in training as a Jungian analyst candidate and so will be inviting you to bring dream material into sessions.
As your therapist I will work hard to provide you with the tools to overcome obstacles and reach your personal goals. Unlocking your potential will be our primary aim along with developing an awareness of how we create our own blocks. You will also work towards becoming more yourself as strange as that may sound! This involves getting more in touch with your own psyche, which can be an incredibly rewarding process.
I am currently in training as a Jungian analyst candidate and so will be inviting you to bring dream material into sessions.
In my years of doing this work, I have seen the biggest challenge for clients is in making that first appointment. The problems we face in life are difficult. The hurts we feel, impede our ability to problem-solve. I do not proclaim to have all the answers, but I truly love working with clients to find solutions that fit their situation. In my practice I utilize both Cognitive and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy modalities to undergird my client-centered approach. Together we will explore and challenge the thoughts and actions that contribute to problems, along with developing a plan for practicing new ways of thinking.
In my years of doing this work, I have seen the biggest challenge for clients is in making that first appointment. The problems we face in life are difficult. The hurts we feel, impede our ability to problem-solve. I do not proclaim to have all the answers, but I truly love working with clients to find solutions that fit their situation. In my practice I utilize both Cognitive and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy modalities to undergird my client-centered approach. Together we will explore and challenge the thoughts and actions that contribute to problems, along with developing a plan for practicing new ways of thinking.
By bringing unconscious habits and processes—often held as tensions, chronic illness, pressure, anxiety, depression, sleep issues, etc.
I bring people back to their True Selves as opposed to the learned self from the pressures of this imperfect culture and upbringing.
I use advanced neuroscience skills for emotion & nervous system regulation DBT, Somatic Trauma Breathwork. EMDR, specializing w/ Addiction, Relationships, low self esteem, imposter syndrome and so much more.
By bringing unconscious habits and processes—often held as tensions, chronic illness, pressure, anxiety, depression, sleep issues, etc.
I bring people back to their True Selves as opposed to the learned self from the pressures of this imperfect culture and upbringing.
I use advanced neuroscience skills for emotion & nervous system regulation DBT, Somatic Trauma Breathwork. EMDR, specializing w/ Addiction, Relationships, low self esteem, imposter syndrome and so much more.
I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, complex trauma/PTSD, bipolar disorder and those working to understand and embrace their unique, intersectional identity.
I utilize a unique, evidence-based approach developed from years of clinical mental health experience to help persons discover the skills to reach their goals in a radically inclusive way that emphasizes acceptance of their whole person to allow for truly authentic growth. I also specialize in working with profound trauma and complex histories.
I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, complex trauma/PTSD, bipolar disorder and those working to understand and embrace their unique, intersectional identity.
I utilize a unique, evidence-based approach developed from years of clinical mental health experience to help persons discover the skills to reach their goals in a radically inclusive way that emphasizes acceptance of their whole person to allow for truly authentic growth. I also specialize in working with profound trauma and complex histories.
Living with chronic illness, pain, or invisible disability isn't just a physical challenge—it shapes your emotional and mental well-being too. As someone with personal experience living with the complexities of chronic conditions, I understand the unique struggles you face. I've dedicated my training and research to provide exceptional therapy that acknowledges and validates your whole self, which is vital. Through our sessions, we'll explore the intimate link between the mental, physical, and emotional aspects of your life, knowing that to truly thrive, embracing the physical aspect, not just putting up with it, is essential.
Living with chronic illness, pain, or invisible disability isn't just a physical challenge—it shapes your emotional and mental well-being too. As someone with personal experience living with the complexities of chronic conditions, I understand the unique struggles you face. I've dedicated my training and research to provide exceptional therapy that acknowledges and validates your whole self, which is vital. Through our sessions, we'll explore the intimate link between the mental, physical, and emotional aspects of your life, knowing that to truly thrive, embracing the physical aspect, not just putting up with it, is essential.
I specialize in helping adolescents and young adults with substance use use as well as anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma.
I approach therapy through a cognitive behavioral lens, focusing on understanding the interaction between thoughts, feelings, & behaviors and how unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors may be altered to help alleviate suffering. I feel strongly about utilizing evidence-based approaches such as CBT, Cognitive Processing Therapy, & motivational techniques.
I specialize in helping adolescents and young adults with substance use use as well as anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma.
I approach therapy through a cognitive behavioral lens, focusing on understanding the interaction between thoughts, feelings, & behaviors and how unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors may be altered to help alleviate suffering. I feel strongly about utilizing evidence-based approaches such as CBT, Cognitive Processing Therapy, & motivational techniques.
I use traditional research-based treatment strategies as well as mindfulness, breath-work, meditation and Reiki to help clients overcome depression, anxiety, and stress, and manage difficult transitions.
I believe that every person has the capacity to be happy. When I work with individuals and couples, I get to know each unique person and circumstance. My treatment approach considers the biological, psychological, social and spiritual aspects of each person. The non-judgmental relationship of trust and acceptance creates an environment that is conducive to the self-discovery that is necessary for achieving and maintaining optimal mental health and happiness. Helping others is my life's purpose, and I am honored to join people on their quest for a happy life.
I use traditional research-based treatment strategies as well as mindfulness, breath-work, meditation and Reiki to help clients overcome depression, anxiety, and stress, and manage difficult transitions.
I believe that every person has the capacity to be happy. When I work with individuals and couples, I get to know each unique person and circumstance. My treatment approach considers the biological, psychological, social and spiritual aspects of each person. The non-judgmental relationship of trust and acceptance creates an environment that is conducive to the self-discovery that is necessary for achieving and maintaining optimal mental health and happiness. Helping others is my life's purpose, and I am honored to join people on their quest for a happy life.
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Depression Therapists
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.