Therapists in Boulder, CO
As an individual and couple therapist, Licensed Professional Counselor, EMDR trained therapist and Certified Integrative Wellness and Life Coach, I believe we all possess the inner strength and ability to make positive changes in our lives. Together we can explore life events, relationship difficulties, or behavior patterns that are leaving you feeling stuck, overwhelmed or unhappy. Through our time spent together in a supportive and safe environment, I can help you to discover new insight and understanding, while learning new ways to approach life or relationship challenges.
As an individual and couple therapist, Licensed Professional Counselor, EMDR trained therapist and Certified Integrative Wellness and Life Coach, I believe we all possess the inner strength and ability to make positive changes in our lives. Together we can explore life events, relationship difficulties, or behavior patterns that are leaving you feeling stuck, overwhelmed or unhappy. Through our time spent together in a supportive and safe environment, I can help you to discover new insight and understanding, while learning new ways to approach life or relationship challenges.
Carrying the weight of past hurts, trauma, or persistent sadness each day require a tremendous effort others cannot see. It’s exhausting to mask, and you are not alone. Such feelings often trace back to a disconnection from one’s true essence. I focus on guiding individuals through confidence struggles, questions of belonging, and the search for meaning by reconnecting to the loss essence of oneself. This leads to self-acceptance and inner kindness. Together, we'll work to process old pain and identify the cycles keeping you stuck, empowering you to build a life that feels authentic and deeply satisfying.
Carrying the weight of past hurts, trauma, or persistent sadness each day require a tremendous effort others cannot see. It’s exhausting to mask, and you are not alone. Such feelings often trace back to a disconnection from one’s true essence. I focus on guiding individuals through confidence struggles, questions of belonging, and the search for meaning by reconnecting to the loss essence of oneself. This leads to self-acceptance and inner kindness. Together, we'll work to process old pain and identify the cycles keeping you stuck, empowering you to build a life that feels authentic and deeply satisfying.
Do you ever feel like you’re doing all the “right” things, but still feel stuck, anxious, or disconnected? You’re self-aware, intuitive—maybe the one others turn to—but something inside longs for deeper alignment. I help women reconnect with their inner wisdom, heal trauma, and create meaningful change. My approach blends EMDR, somatic therapy, and mindfulness in a collaborative, intuitive space. You don’t need to be fixed—you get to come home to yourself.
Do you ever feel like you’re doing all the “right” things, but still feel stuck, anxious, or disconnected? You’re self-aware, intuitive—maybe the one others turn to—but something inside longs for deeper alignment. I help women reconnect with their inner wisdom, heal trauma, and create meaningful change. My approach blends EMDR, somatic therapy, and mindfulness in a collaborative, intuitive space. You don’t need to be fixed—you get to come home to yourself.
You’ve been running on empty, stuck in cycles of stress, anxiety, chronic pain, or trauma that won’t let up. Maybe you feel overwhelmed, disconnected from yourself, or exhausted from trying to "push through." You don’t just want temporary relief—you want to heal. You’re looking for practical tools to regulate your nervous system, break free from survival mode, and feel safe in your body again. You’re ready for a real shift, not just surface-level coping.
You’ve been running on empty, stuck in cycles of stress, anxiety, chronic pain, or trauma that won’t let up. Maybe you feel overwhelmed, disconnected from yourself, or exhausted from trying to "push through." You don’t just want temporary relief—you want to heal. You’re looking for practical tools to regulate your nervous system, break free from survival mode, and feel safe in your body again. You’re ready for a real shift, not just surface-level coping.
I believe our emotional lives—our feelings and memories—serve as vital pathways to our capacity for authentic aliveness. Yet we often struggle to make sense of these experiences and harness them for meaningful change.
Core emotions that frequently haunt us—fear, anger, sadness, loneliness—can become powerful openings to a greater sense of meaning when explored, elaborated, and understood within an individual or group therapeutic setting. Through a process of emotional discovery, we can transform what once limited we into sources of wisdom and connection.
I believe our emotional lives—our feelings and memories—serve as vital pathways to our capacity for authentic aliveness. Yet we often struggle to make sense of these experiences and harness them for meaningful change.
Core emotions that frequently haunt us—fear, anger, sadness, loneliness—can become powerful openings to a greater sense of meaning when explored, elaborated, and understood within an individual or group therapeutic setting. Through a process of emotional discovery, we can transform what once limited we into sources of wisdom and connection.
I believe connecting with my clients is the foundation to change. I enjoy building collaborative partnerships to foster feelings of safety, empathy and growth in the therapeutic process. Therapy is a safe space meant for each individual to bring any concerns to the session without judgment.
I believe connecting with my clients is the foundation to change. I enjoy building collaborative partnerships to foster feelings of safety, empathy and growth in the therapeutic process. Therapy is a safe space meant for each individual to bring any concerns to the session without judgment.
Hi my name is Dave Gutknecht, I hope that you will find a safe and comfortable environment where you are able to be open, face your fears, and achieve your personal goals with support towards better health and wellness
Hi my name is Dave Gutknecht, I hope that you will find a safe and comfortable environment where you are able to be open, face your fears, and achieve your personal goals with support towards better health and wellness
Hi! I'm Madison Braid. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Colorado. I specialize in treating a range of clinical presentations including anxiety, depression, mood instability, PTSD and other trauma-related disorders, stress, social issues, and family conflict. I love working with people across the lifespan and have significant experience treating children, teenagers, and young adults.
Hi! I'm Madison Braid. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Colorado. I specialize in treating a range of clinical presentations including anxiety, depression, mood instability, PTSD and other trauma-related disorders, stress, social issues, and family conflict. I love working with people across the lifespan and have significant experience treating children, teenagers, and young adults.
I believe that much of our suffering begins with a lost connection. When we're depressed, we've lost touch with our own vitality, even our own reasons for living. When we're grieving, we've lost an essential part of our world--and, with it, a part of ourselves. When we're operating from a place of shame or fear, we've lost the internal sense of security and belonging that reminds us we're okay. I believe that psychotherapy works by restoring these vital connections--to ourselves, and to the people and pursuits that give our lives meaning--so that we can live our lives more authentically, creatively, and fully.
I believe that much of our suffering begins with a lost connection. When we're depressed, we've lost touch with our own vitality, even our own reasons for living. When we're grieving, we've lost an essential part of our world--and, with it, a part of ourselves. When we're operating from a place of shame or fear, we've lost the internal sense of security and belonging that reminds us we're okay. I believe that psychotherapy works by restoring these vital connections--to ourselves, and to the people and pursuits that give our lives meaning--so that we can live our lives more authentically, creatively, and fully.
Hi! I’m Ema. I provide a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where you can feel heard and understood. I believe that therapy is for everyone and is where you can create space for positive change in your life and promote healing. I am trained in a variety of evidence-based models and love to share this knowledge to help improve your life. I genuinely believe we are all in this together, and I am honored to offer a therapeutic space where meaningful change can occur.
Current openings Wednesday evenings. Serving young adults and teens.
Feel free to email or text if you have any questions or would like to explore therapy.
Hi! I’m Ema. I provide a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where you can feel heard and understood. I believe that therapy is for everyone and is where you can create space for positive change in your life and promote healing. I am trained in a variety of evidence-based models and love to share this knowledge to help improve your life. I genuinely believe we are all in this together, and I am honored to offer a therapeutic space where meaningful change can occur.
Current openings Wednesday evenings. Serving young adults and teens.
Feel free to email or text if you have any questions or would like to explore therapy.
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
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
Life isn’t always easy, inevitably, everything changes. Sometimes it’s the challenge of personal growth that we set for ourselves - who are we outside of work, family, and our busy lives? Have we lost ourselves in our busyness and forgotten our hopes and dreams? Have we forgotten who we are? Life transitions such as divorce or loss of a loved one may turn our world upside down. How do we find a way through the pain when everything feels overwhelming? Where do we even start?
Life isn’t always easy, inevitably, everything changes. Sometimes it’s the challenge of personal growth that we set for ourselves - who are we outside of work, family, and our busy lives? Have we lost ourselves in our busyness and forgotten our hopes and dreams? Have we forgotten who we are? Life transitions such as divorce or loss of a loved one may turn our world upside down. How do we find a way through the pain when everything feels overwhelming? Where do we even start?
It takes courage to acknowledge that our old ways of doing things are no longer serving us. Sometimes we feel that change is needed but we don't know where to start. I work from a foundational belief that ALL of us are capable of taking the steps necessary to actualize our full potential - the brilliance of who we truly are - and that sometimes old patterns get in the way.
It takes courage to acknowledge that our old ways of doing things are no longer serving us. Sometimes we feel that change is needed but we don't know where to start. I work from a foundational belief that ALL of us are capable of taking the steps necessary to actualize our full potential - the brilliance of who we truly are - and that sometimes old patterns get in the way.
My name is Breanna Alderson, and I am a Licensed clinical social worker in the state of Colorado. My approach to therapy is client centered as I view you as the expert of your life. I do my best to make it feel like you are talking to another human being as I believe in brining my authentic self to the therapeutic relationship. My hope is that this will encourage you to be your true self as well! My approach to providing therapy is to start off at a pace that is most comfortable for you as we get to know each other. I take my time to get to know you as a person and to learn about some of the challenges you are experiencing.
My name is Breanna Alderson, and I am a Licensed clinical social worker in the state of Colorado. My approach to therapy is client centered as I view you as the expert of your life. I do my best to make it feel like you are talking to another human being as I believe in brining my authentic self to the therapeutic relationship. My hope is that this will encourage you to be your true self as well! My approach to providing therapy is to start off at a pace that is most comfortable for you as we get to know each other. I take my time to get to know you as a person and to learn about some of the challenges you are experiencing.
I work with all parts of you who are able to show up, in order to better understand where big (and sometimes lonely and scary) emotions, thought patterns, and behaviors are coming from and how to move forward with these. I work with highly-motivated adults who wish to dig deep and heal.
I work with all parts of you who are able to show up, in order to better understand where big (and sometimes lonely and scary) emotions, thought patterns, and behaviors are coming from and how to move forward with these. I work with highly-motivated adults who wish to dig deep and heal.
I have been supporting adults and adolescents in their growth, healing, and development for over a decade. I integrate proven somatic techniques, such as EMDR, EFT, breathing, and mindfulness, while helping people take real action in their lives. I take a holistic, client-centered approach to increase self-confidence, self-compassion, and empowerment. I also provide clinical supervision.
I have been supporting adults and adolescents in their growth, healing, and development for over a decade. I integrate proven somatic techniques, such as EMDR, EFT, breathing, and mindfulness, while helping people take real action in their lives. I take a holistic, client-centered approach to increase self-confidence, self-compassion, and empowerment. I also provide clinical supervision.
As a therapist, I offer a lot of feedback while respecting your views and goals. I have no hidden agenda, what you see is what you get. My job is to empower you to find your way through stuck places and to accompany you on your path of self-discovery. I was born and raised in Europe, so it gives me the benefit of having a multi-cultural perspective on life which I believe can enrich one's exploration.
As a therapist, I offer a lot of feedback while respecting your views and goals. I have no hidden agenda, what you see is what you get. My job is to empower you to find your way through stuck places and to accompany you on your path of self-discovery. I was born and raised in Europe, so it gives me the benefit of having a multi-cultural perspective on life which I believe can enrich one's exploration.
I work best with clients who are interested in doing deep, reflective work by exploring past and present relationships.
I work best with clients who are interested in doing deep, reflective work by exploring past and present relationships.
John McDowell, LPC. A core desire in life is to be fully known and accepted. At the heart of being known is the need for full honesty with ourselves and others in the midst of growth in changing life experiences. Honesty with love and humility leads us into dynamic freedom. Many people hide their realities or internal struggles in shame, fear, and performance.
John McDowell, LPC. A core desire in life is to be fully known and accepted. At the heart of being known is the need for full honesty with ourselves and others in the midst of growth in changing life experiences. Honesty with love and humility leads us into dynamic freedom. Many people hide their realities or internal struggles in shame, fear, and performance.
I believe the two most important factors in effective therapy are the relationship between the therapist and client; and, the use of an integrative approach that works to customize the therapy experience based on your unique issues and goals as well as your unique personality and preferences. Together, we will create goals and interventions that work for you! I help clients navigate anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, addiction, and more by blending cognitive therapies with Internal Family Systems, mindfulness, breathwork, and somatic practices.
I believe the two most important factors in effective therapy are the relationship between the therapist and client; and, the use of an integrative approach that works to customize the therapy experience based on your unique issues and goals as well as your unique personality and preferences. Together, we will create goals and interventions that work for you! I help clients navigate anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, addiction, and more by blending cognitive therapies with Internal Family Systems, mindfulness, breathwork, and somatic practices.
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Number of Therapists in Boulder, CO
2,000+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Boulder, CO who prioritize treating:
| 93% | Anxiety |
| 84% | Depression |
| 77% | Relationship Issues |
| 74% | Self Esteem |
| 73% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 71% | Stress |
| 70% | Life Transitions |
Average years in practice
11 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 84% | Aetna |
| 75% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
| 73% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in Boulder, CO see their clients
| 57% | In Person and Online | |
| 43% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 76% | Female | |
| 21% | Male | |
| 3% | Non-Binary |