Psychodynamic Therapists in Canon City, CO

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Heather Comensky
Licensed Professional Counselor
Online Only
Hi! I'm Heather. Deciding to go to therapy is truly a brave and courageous step. I strive to honor that by making you feel seen, heard, supported, and valued throughout our time together. Therapy is about you and your goals. I will meet you where you are and walk with you through your struggles. My aim is to provide a safe, judgment-free, growth focused space where trust and hope can develop. I have a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). I have 8 years of experience conducting individual, couples, and group therapy in a variety of settings with individuals of all ages.
Hi! I'm Heather. Deciding to go to therapy is truly a brave and courageous step. I strive to honor that by making you feel seen, heard, supported, and valued throughout our time together. Therapy is about you and your goals. I will meet you where you are and walk with you through your struggles. My aim is to provide a safe, judgment-free, growth focused space where trust and hope can develop. I have a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). I have 8 years of experience conducting individual, couples, and group therapy in a variety of settings with individuals of all ages.
(719) 353-8619 View (719) 353-8619
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Elizabeth Miller
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
1 Endorsed
Canon City, CO 81212
I provide genuine, compassionate care for teens (16+) and adults who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or weighed down by trauma, barriers, or major life changes. You will feel understood, supported, and encouraged as you work toward healing and growth. In our sessions, we create a safe space where you feel seen and valued. Together, we uncover your strengths, build resilience, and find tools that help you move forward with confidence. My passion is walking alongside you as you navigate challenges and discover a more balanced, fulfilling, and empowered version of yourself.
I provide genuine, compassionate care for teens (16+) and adults who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or weighed down by trauma, barriers, or major life changes. You will feel understood, supported, and encouraged as you work toward healing and growth. In our sessions, we create a safe space where you feel seen and valued. Together, we uncover your strengths, build resilience, and find tools that help you move forward with confidence. My passion is walking alongside you as you navigate challenges and discover a more balanced, fulfilling, and empowered version of yourself.
(719) 628-7905 View (719) 628-7905
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Shannon Dunnan
Licensed Professional Counselor
Online Only
Hello, my name is Shannon Dunnan. I specialize at working with individuals struggling with substance use, addiction, anxiety, depression, trauma, life-transitions, relationships, attachment, and emotion regulation challenges. Reaching out for support can feel both brave and uncertain, but beginning therapy is an important step toward overcoming challenges and learning new ways to manage life’s obstacles. My goal is to create a safe, supportive, and accountable space where you can grow, heal, and work toward meaningful change.
Hello, my name is Shannon Dunnan. I specialize at working with individuals struggling with substance use, addiction, anxiety, depression, trauma, life-transitions, relationships, attachment, and emotion regulation challenges. Reaching out for support can feel both brave and uncertain, but beginning therapy is an important step toward overcoming challenges and learning new ways to manage life’s obstacles. My goal is to create a safe, supportive, and accountable space where you can grow, heal, and work toward meaningful change.
(719) 427-5149 View (719) 427-5149
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Samantha Miller
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LCMFT, RPT, PCIT
2 Endorsed
Online Only
I work with individuals, couples, and families facing life’s complexities, including but not limited to struggling with depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, or relationship challenges. My ideal clients are those who are ready to make positive changes and are committed to engaging in the therapeutic process. It’s incredibly rewarding to support clients as they grow, heal, and transform into the best versions of themselves, fostering deeper connections and resilience
I work with individuals, couples, and families facing life’s complexities, including but not limited to struggling with depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, or relationship challenges. My ideal clients are those who are ready to make positive changes and are committed to engaging in the therapeutic process. It’s incredibly rewarding to support clients as they grow, heal, and transform into the best versions of themselves, fostering deeper connections and resilience
(719) 625-8535 View (719) 625-8535
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Tracy L Sockriter
Pre-Licensed Professional, LAC
Canon City, CO 81212
I work with adults navigating trauma, substance use recovery, anxiety, and emotional overwhelm. Using EMDR and a holistic, trauma-informed approach, I help clients understand how past experiences influence present patterns while building practical tools for healing and resilience. When helpful, clients may choose to explore spirituality or personal beliefs as part of the therapeutic process. My work is collaborative, strengths-based, and paced to support meaningful, lasting change.
I work with adults navigating trauma, substance use recovery, anxiety, and emotional overwhelm. Using EMDR and a holistic, trauma-informed approach, I help clients understand how past experiences influence present patterns while building practical tools for healing and resilience. When helpful, clients may choose to explore spirituality or personal beliefs as part of the therapeutic process. My work is collaborative, strengths-based, and paced to support meaningful, lasting change.
(719) 781-2467 View (719) 781-2467
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Melissa Hale
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Canon City, CO 81212
Feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in your own thoughts can be exhausting, especially when life feels nonstop. Many of the people I work with are accustomed to pushing through stress, overthinking, caring for everyone else first, or feeling like they can never truly relax. I believe healing often begins by slowing down and listening to what the body has been trying to communicate all along. Our bodies carry stress, emotions, and long-standing patterns in ways we may not always recognize. Learning to notice these signals with curiosity and compassion, rather than judgment, can open the door to meaningful change.
Feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in your own thoughts can be exhausting, especially when life feels nonstop. Many of the people I work with are accustomed to pushing through stress, overthinking, caring for everyone else first, or feeling like they can never truly relax. I believe healing often begins by slowing down and listening to what the body has been trying to communicate all along. Our bodies carry stress, emotions, and long-standing patterns in ways we may not always recognize. Learning to notice these signals with curiosity and compassion, rather than judgment, can open the door to meaningful change.
(844) 719-2118 View (844) 719-2118
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Rachel Donohue-Dupler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, CCTP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
You've been through so much. Far more stress, anxiety, hurt, and betrayal than anyone should ever have to go through. Fear now lives where peace and joy should be. Yet you still have so much left to give. So much love and caring. I'm guessing you have probably heard this before: that you take care of everyone else, possibly at your own expense. Even though you have so much to give to others, it can be very difficult to feel connected to the people you love and to yourself when so much anxiety and fear is present.
You've been through so much. Far more stress, anxiety, hurt, and betrayal than anyone should ever have to go through. Fear now lives where peace and joy should be. Yet you still have so much left to give. So much love and caring. I'm guessing you have probably heard this before: that you take care of everyone else, possibly at your own expense. Even though you have so much to give to others, it can be very difficult to feel connected to the people you love and to yourself when so much anxiety and fear is present.
(719) 733-9937 View (719) 733-9937
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Regina L. Carpenter
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Online Only
It feels good to be heard! I strive to provide convenient & caring counseling services. It is so important to have a strong support system in life. Having someone that listens to understand is a simple necessity I offer to you. I have been providing mental health services in the Pueblo community and surrounding areas for approximately 25yrs. I hope to help make our community better by helping others become happier, healthier, and safer through providing an open door and an open ear to those that may be struggling with something big or small in their lives.
It feels good to be heard! I strive to provide convenient & caring counseling services. It is so important to have a strong support system in life. Having someone that listens to understand is a simple necessity I offer to you. I have been providing mental health services in the Pueblo community and surrounding areas for approximately 25yrs. I hope to help make our community better by helping others become happier, healthier, and safer through providing an open door and an open ear to those that may be struggling with something big or small in their lives.
(719) 772-0917 View (719) 772-0917

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Paula Green
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Online Only
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Idaho, Colorado, and New Mexico. My focus is helping teens and adults struggling with Anxiety, Depression, OCD, and life transitions.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Idaho, Colorado, and New Mexico. My focus is helping teens and adults struggling with Anxiety, Depression, OCD, and life transitions.
(720) 605-1883 View (720) 605-1883
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Janet Jerome
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Online Only
Thank you for being here. When considering a new therapist, it may help to know a little bit about them. I am married and have one adult son. I maintain a regular meditation and gratitude practice, which helps keep me grounded and hopeful in the changing times we live in. I also enjoy spending time in nature whenever possible. It is truly a privilege to work with each person who seeks therapy, and I approach that work with deep respect, compassion, and care.
Thank you for being here. When considering a new therapist, it may help to know a little bit about them. I am married and have one adult son. I maintain a regular meditation and gratitude practice, which helps keep me grounded and hopeful in the changing times we live in. I also enjoy spending time in nature whenever possible. It is truly a privilege to work with each person who seeks therapy, and I approach that work with deep respect, compassion, and care.
(970) 499-7746 View (970) 499-7746
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Pueblo Pioneer Psychology
Psychologist, PsyD
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Awarded 2022 and 2023 Best Psychologist in Pueblo by Quality Business Awards. We have more than 15 years of experience providing elite services. Our services include psychological evaluations & counseling for individuals, couples, & families. Our assessments are aimed to assist diagnosing Autism, ADHD, Learning Disabilities, PTSD, & most mental health disorders. In PPP we believe in finding solutions, growing, & getting out of your comfort zone. You have choices on who do you trust with your mental health & we are fully aware we are not for everyone. PPP is different by design, but that's the reason we excel at what we do. Call us.
Awarded 2022 and 2023 Best Psychologist in Pueblo by Quality Business Awards. We have more than 15 years of experience providing elite services. Our services include psychological evaluations & counseling for individuals, couples, & families. Our assessments are aimed to assist diagnosing Autism, ADHD, Learning Disabilities, PTSD, & most mental health disorders. In PPP we believe in finding solutions, growing, & getting out of your comfort zone. You have choices on who do you trust with your mental health & we are fully aware we are not for everyone. PPP is different by design, but that's the reason we excel at what we do. Call us.
(719) 249-8161 View (719) 249-8161
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Evolve Counseling Collective LLC - Pueblo, CO
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LAC, AAT
Serves Area
Our diverse team of 9 therapists are passionate about what we do. We offer therapy to address anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction. Our office is located in the heart of Pueblo, but we serve clients across Pueblo West, La Junta, Cañon City, and Colorado Springs through in-person and telehealth sessions. Telehealth available anywhere in Colorado.
Our diverse team of 9 therapists are passionate about what we do. We offer therapy to address anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction. Our office is located in the heart of Pueblo, but we serve clients across Pueblo West, La Junta, Cañon City, and Colorado Springs through in-person and telehealth sessions. Telehealth available anywhere in Colorado.
(719) 426-2510 View (719) 426-2510
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Cheryl Mlcoch: Somatic Therapist
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Pueblo West, CO 81007
My ideal clients are adults navigating major life transitions, trauma, chronic pain or illness, anxiety, depression, or relationship challenges. Many are looking for a therapist who sees the whole person — mind and body — not just symptoms. I take a holistic approach, combining evidence-based strategies with mind-body practices to help clients build emotional resilience, reconnect with their bodies, and strengthen meaningful connections. Together, we create a supportive, collaborative space to explore your experiences, gain insight, and step confidently into your next chapter.
My ideal clients are adults navigating major life transitions, trauma, chronic pain or illness, anxiety, depression, or relationship challenges. Many are looking for a therapist who sees the whole person — mind and body — not just symptoms. I take a holistic approach, combining evidence-based strategies with mind-body practices to help clients build emotional resilience, reconnect with their bodies, and strengthen meaningful connections. Together, we create a supportive, collaborative space to explore your experiences, gain insight, and step confidently into your next chapter.
(833) 637-5697 View (833) 637-5697
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A New Leaf Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CAS
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
We are in-person in Pueblo and we offer telehealth to anyone in Colorado! We were voted BEST Mental Health Provider and Top 3 Best Places to Work in Best of Pueblo in 2025, and Best Therapy and Counseling in Pueblo in Community Votes in 2025! We can help with a broad range of issues and take most health insurances. We offer individual, family, and couples therapy for kids, teenagers, and adults. We provide varied approaches, such as EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, play-based therapy, animal assisted therapy, art therapy, and more. If you're looking for a graduate student internship in Pueblo, please email your resume to apply!
We are in-person in Pueblo and we offer telehealth to anyone in Colorado! We were voted BEST Mental Health Provider and Top 3 Best Places to Work in Best of Pueblo in 2025, and Best Therapy and Counseling in Pueblo in Community Votes in 2025! We can help with a broad range of issues and take most health insurances. We offer individual, family, and couples therapy for kids, teenagers, and adults. We provide varied approaches, such as EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, play-based therapy, animal assisted therapy, art therapy, and more. If you're looking for a graduate student internship in Pueblo, please email your resume to apply!
(719) 497-1108 View (719) 497-1108
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Juliette Eymere
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
After 20 years in the health and wellness world I developed a deep belief that we have what we need to heal ourselves. Each of us carries an innate wisdom in our bodies and we need guidance and support to tap into that innate healing capacity. I am passionate about being witness to that process and working with individuals to creatively find our way to healing.
After 20 years in the health and wellness world I developed a deep belief that we have what we need to heal ourselves. Each of us carries an innate wisdom in our bodies and we need guidance and support to tap into that innate healing capacity. I am passionate about being witness to that process and working with individuals to creatively find our way to healing.
(970) 695-9577 View (970) 695-9577

Online Therapists

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Victoria Trihy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Lakewood, CO 80215
Many people come to therapy feeling stuck in patterns they don’t fully understand — depression that won’t lift, anxiety that keeps narrowing their world, or a vague but persistent sense that something is “wrong” with them. A line from an Eagles song captures what I’ve witnessed again and again in my work: “So oftentimes it happens that we live our lives in chains and we never even know we have the key.” I became a therapist over a decade ago because I firmly believe that with the right blend of support and challenge, almost anyone can change unworkable patterns in his or her life.
Many people come to therapy feeling stuck in patterns they don’t fully understand — depression that won’t lift, anxiety that keeps narrowing their world, or a vague but persistent sense that something is “wrong” with them. A line from an Eagles song captures what I’ve witnessed again and again in my work: “So oftentimes it happens that we live our lives in chains and we never even know we have the key.” I became a therapist over a decade ago because I firmly believe that with the right blend of support and challenge, almost anyone can change unworkable patterns in his or her life.
(720) 410-5091 View (720) 410-5091
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Shonda White
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Online Only
I work with individuals who are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or trapped in patterns that seem impossible to break, often due to trauma or longstanding emotional struggles. With several years of experience as a therapist, I specialize in working with individuals navigating the complexities of trauma and personality disorders. I approach each person with curiosity and without judgment, offering a space where clients can explore their challenges and begin to understand themselves more deeply. In our work together, we focus on building a sense of empowerment and clarity. I help clients explore how their choices impact their lives.
I work with individuals who are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or trapped in patterns that seem impossible to break, often due to trauma or longstanding emotional struggles. With several years of experience as a therapist, I specialize in working with individuals navigating the complexities of trauma and personality disorders. I approach each person with curiosity and without judgment, offering a space where clients can explore their challenges and begin to understand themselves more deeply. In our work together, we focus on building a sense of empowerment and clarity. I help clients explore how their choices impact their lives.
(719) 399-4717 View (719) 399-4717
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Carl Romano Sachs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Aurora, CO 80016
We all know that therapy is about changing, but changing 'what' is the challenge; and those 'whats' usually involve increasing our awareness. If you're willing to look, we can figure it out.
We all know that therapy is about changing, but changing 'what' is the challenge; and those 'whats' usually involve increasing our awareness. If you're willing to look, we can figure it out.
(888) 893-7468 View (888) 893-7468
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Karina Hope Palermo
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
7 Endorsed
Lakewood, CO 80226
Are you looking to turn insight into action this year? Repeating habits rooted in emotional wounds can be painful and exhausting. I specialize in working with individuals and couples who notice dysfunctional interpersonal patterns showing up in their relationships today. Together, we identify the parts of ourselves (such as perfectionist or self-sabotaging parts) that keep these cycles going and work to gently disrupt patterns rooted in fear and trauma. By increasing awareness of the mechanisms that once helped us survive, we can access our true selves and live more intentionally.
Are you looking to turn insight into action this year? Repeating habits rooted in emotional wounds can be painful and exhausting. I specialize in working with individuals and couples who notice dysfunctional interpersonal patterns showing up in their relationships today. Together, we identify the parts of ourselves (such as perfectionist or self-sabotaging parts) that keep these cycles going and work to gently disrupt patterns rooted in fear and trauma. By increasing awareness of the mechanisms that once helped us survive, we can access our true selves and live more intentionally.
(720) 664-8063 View (720) 664-8063
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Karen Oconnor
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Karen has been a licensed therapist since 2002 as an LMFT, she has experience treating of all ages from diverse backgrounds. Karen has personal experience with Complex PTSD at a personal level and brings that knowledge, understanding and authentic expertise to clients in this area. She believes the ability to cope, heal and re-invent ourselves is a combination of psycho-education where the client gains a foundation of understanding of their particular issue, informed guidance and support combined with techniques to use daily to reconnect with ourselves or reinvent ourselves as happy, content and satisfied person.
Karen has been a licensed therapist since 2002 as an LMFT, she has experience treating of all ages from diverse backgrounds. Karen has personal experience with Complex PTSD at a personal level and brings that knowledge, understanding and authentic expertise to clients in this area. She believes the ability to cope, heal and re-invent ourselves is a combination of psycho-education where the client gains a foundation of understanding of their particular issue, informed guidance and support combined with techniques to use daily to reconnect with ourselves or reinvent ourselves as happy, content and satisfied person.
(855) 608-6199 View (855) 608-6199

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Psychodynamic Therapists
Is psychodynamic therapy evidence-based?
Studies have found psychodynamic therapy to be effective in treating conditions like social anxiety, eating disorders, chronic pain, some personality disorders, and depression; indeed, some studies have found it to be just as effective as CBT or medication. What’s more, several studies have found that the benefits of psychodynamic therapy tend to endure—even grow—long after treatment has ended.

How long does psychodynamic therapy last?
Unlike CBT and other more structured forms of therapy, psychodynamic therapy tends to be open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a year or longer and to see their therapist one to three times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a client’s challenges and progress. However, brief psychodynamic therapy is available, which tends to be more goal-oriented and typically unfolds over 16 to 30 sessions.

Does psychodynamic therapy work?
Research finds that psychodynamic therapy can help someone manage or reduce symptoms of diagnosable mental health conditions like depression or anxiety. The modality may also offer a range of benefits that are harder to measure but just as valuable—such as increased self-worth or healthier relationships. While no therapy type will work for everyone, research and anecdotal evidence suggest that psychodynamic therapy can be highly effective.

What are the limitations of psychodynamic therapy?
Some meta-analyses have concluded that there is little evidence to suggest that psychodynamic therapy can effectively treat certain mental health conditions such as PTSD, OCD, or psychosis, though it is sometimes used to do so. More broadly, the open-ended, free-association structure of psychodynamic therapy may be frustrating for clients who prefer a more structured, time-limited, or goal-oriented approach.