Chronic Pain Therapists in Broomfield, CO

Thank you for your interest in my practice! I am a licensed clinical psychologist in private practice, serving clients in the Boulder and Denver areas. I am a Colorado native returning home after working in Seattle for 12 years. I work with adolescents and adults struggling with a variety of challenges including (but not limited to) depression, anxiety, chronic illness / pain , stress management, relationship problems, adjustment disorders, and trauma. I provide evidence-based treatments in a warm, client-centered environment.

We follow many paths in life in a continuous flow, yet if we hit a log jam it can be impossible to move at all. Activities of daily life become stressful, relationships tense, work, too hard. Our inner critic quickly points out flaws, and we can begin to doubt our abilities. Anxiety and depression, stop us. Then illness or pain start to come, and pushing beyond our limits leads to emotional despair or “chronic” health issues. Eventually we wonder how we got here, and how or if, we can get back to our flow, yet we don’t know where to begin. If this is you, don’t give up, or give in.

"I have not met a more wholehearted counselor than Dr. Horowitz in 40 years of working with so many," wrote author Stephen Levine. Your courageous reach for help is the first, hardest step. I have been through a number of disasters, incl. 2 large fires, 1 earthquake, deaths & my sister's psych hospitalization, & that's helping me to help folks adjust to CVIDS-19. Whether you are suffering from anxiety, depression, anger, grief, or pain , you can be helped via research-based tools. We'll first revisit your positive attributes: your accomplishments, talents, & passions are fuel for growth & change. We humans can re-learn, thankfully.

Life is full of challenges. I believe these challenges can also be stepping stones to our own personal growth. Whether stress from a job, a relationship issue or perhaps experiencing depression or anxiety, everyone deserves to have a non-judgmental, safe place to be able to talk. As a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, I strive to make my office a comfortable environment where those "hard conversations" can happen, resulting in a deeper understanding of what roles we play in relationships as well as how our thoughts impact how we feel and act.

Welcome! I am thrilled you’re here, taking the first courageous step towards seeking support. I am here to help. You may be feeling pain and needing emotional support, or simply having a desire to gain clarity and a sense of direction in your life. You may not be sure exactly what you need, but know that something needs to shift. A caring and knowledgable therapist can help with these important explorations.

Welcome to Denver Family Counseling Services. * I apologize but I am not taking new clients at this time.* I'm here to walk along side people who are struggling through life's challenges and heart aches. I work with people who suffer from complex PTSD, Eating disorders, depression, anxiety, relationship issues as well as chronic pain and substance abuse. I am certified in EMDR therapy and am passionate about helping people process through their trauma. Our unresolved pain tends to infect all areas of our lives. Please contact me so we can work together at finding hope and healing for your future.

Are you experiencing a heartbreak, trauma or painful loss? Did your plans for life suddenly and unexpectedly change? Are you navigating a setback and feeling overwhelmed or stuck? You’re not alone in this and I can help! Hello, I’m Andrea with Bold Living Counseling and I’m so glad you’re here! I'm passionate about boldly empowering you to live your best life in this season of life. I believe in infusing hope and focusing on the possibilities of positive change and transformation. Let's tap into your strengths and resilience to find a renewed expectancy for good things to happen.

Any client with: phobias/fears they cannot place, PTSD, poor behaviors of overeating, smoking, etc., Current Life or Past Life issues, or just a curiosity about Past Lives, pain levels that need to be managed, loved ones, or yourself, that are in need of Hospice or End of Life Transition, Symptoms that have manifested and do not disappear with medical help. These issues, and so much more, may be resolved with Hypnosis or Hypnotherapy.

I have clients that come to therapy for a wide range of issues. Most often, client goals begin with relief from pain , sadness, guilt, shame, confusion, and often many other symptom(s) prior to the onset of seeking therapy. I have found that many clients who seek therapy are surprised to learn how past relates to present and how someone can influence their future through choice and meaning. I am passionate about keeping the therapeutic relationship collaborative and empathic, while striving to include hope and perseverance.

I work especially with people who struggle with their intimate and social relationships, who suffer from anxiety, depression, grief and loss, self-harm, insomnia, chronic pain , or chronic illness , or with those who need more support, more positivity, help starting a career, or a better process of coping in their life due to a stressful moment or transition. I see clients of all ages, as well as couples and families.

Life isn't easy. Maybe you feel a vague sense that something is not quite right. Or things might be so overwhelming that it feels like your inner world is collapsing and your external world is turned upside down. Perhaps from the outside things look ok, yet on the inside there is a deep pain , or you feel dead inside. Maybe you are living in the grips of what seems like an endless place of despair and trauma. It is possible to move past stuckness and the cycle of yuckyness to a place beyond survival that allows release, growth, joy and a sense of purpose.

Are you worried that your preschooler's abrupt mood swings will be a problem when she enters kindergarten? Is your third grader easily frustrated, teary and self-deprecating over an inability to get things right? Are you discouraged because of your fourth grader's consistently angry and disrespectful behavior? Raising a child with difficult behaviors can be exhausting. . . As a play therapist and parent resource, I help parents have more harmonious and enjoyable relationships with their children.

I am a licensed psychologist with over 20 years of experience. I provide individual therapy for those age 17 and older. Issues I commonly work with include anxiety, panic, relationship issues, grief and loss, depression, anger, sexual trauma, intimate partner abuse, PTSD, childhood abuse/neglect, and medical trauma/chronic disease. In my practice, I aim to provide professional expertise within a context that is comfortable and non-intimidating. Clients generally appreciate my warm and friendly personality, the clear feedback and direction I provide, and the opportunity to intersperse some laughter throughout the process.

Are You Still Struggling to Feel Better After a Traumatic Event? Have you already seen medical professionals or therapists to help recover from an accident, injury, medical procedure, assault or childhood abuse, and you still don't feel significantly better? Are you * Anxious after recurring nightmares? * Terrified that you will have another accident? * Overwhelmed with anxiety and don't understand why? * Tired of swinging between angry outbursts and going numb? * Depressed because you feel like damaged goods? * Exhausted from dealing with digestive problems, migraines, chronic pain , pain meds?

I focus on the strengths of the individual children, adolescents, and the families and use this as a basis for developing treatments that are individualized for the child, adolescent, and family and takes into account family routines and rituals. I set goals that are attainable. Families with children or adolescents with ADHD, disruptive behavior disorders,family issues, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, school phobia, consultation and managing pediatric and adolescent chronic illness (e.g., Asthma, diabetes) at home and school. Helping manage transitions and adjustment for children, adolescents, and families (starting a new school, moving, coping with parent's separation/divorce).

As a hypnotherapist I work mostly with clients who want to change unwanted behaviors like quitting smoking and losing weight. Presently, I have trained in a program called Virtual Gastric Band which is using the mind to help constrict the amount and type of food ingested. In addition I am using a highly successful method to support people to stop smoking. Several other areas I work with are Phobias, Memory, relaxation, self-esteem, grief and many more.

On one hand you want to be reading this, on the other you do not, but a loss has brought you here. Feeling Lost? Confused? Hopeless and overwhelmed? Feeling alone and that nobody understands your experience? So much loss. Do you feel as if your world has collapsed around you? Unable to move forward and feel stuck? Do you find yourself reaching for your beloved pet, only to remember she is gone? Do you come home and pick up the phone and then remember your loved one has died and will not answer. ? We can work together to help you bridge from what was, to where you are now and want to be.

Pain is an experience that can feel scary, isolating, and everlasting. Whether it be emotional, physical, mental, or relational, pain takes on many forms and can disguise itself in different ways. Has a painful event left you feeling overwhelmed? Are you, or somebody you know, battling with a serious medical condition? Do you face challenges in life that leave you feeling stuck? 

Our approach utilizes the biopsychosocial approach to evaluation and treatment; this means we strive to understand the biological, psychological, and social factors that influence the health and wellness of our clients. Our services are often referred to as "behavioral medicine" or "medical psychology;" this is due to taking a holistic approach in our treatment considering the whole person - physical, mental, emotional, and social. We often work collaboratively with other professions such as primary care physicians, occupational therapists, social workers, chaplains, and others who are important to one's individual network of care.