Therapists in Carbondale, CO
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Kent A. Tompkins
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Paonia, CO 81428
As a seasoned board licensed psychotherapist, I have maintained a private practice primarily in Colorado for twenty-five years. My work allows for your vulnerability, utilizing solution-focused therapies; cognitive-behavioral, EMDR, hypnotherapy, Internal Family Systems, Jungian, somatic, wilderness/art therapies. I work with adolescents and adults, individually, as couples, families, in groups and in workshops. I also specialize in the felt sense, emotional attachment, spirituality, wellness top to bottom, neurosciences, addictions, forensics. Please visit my site for more information.
As a seasoned board licensed psychotherapist, I have maintained a private practice primarily in Colorado for twenty-five years. My work allows for your vulnerability, utilizing solution-focused therapies; cognitive-behavioral, EMDR, hypnotherapy, Internal Family Systems, Jungian, somatic, wilderness/art therapies. I work with adolescents and adults, individually, as couples, families, in groups and in workshops. I also specialize in the felt sense, emotional attachment, spirituality, wellness top to bottom, neurosciences, addictions, forensics. Please visit my site for more information.
Paul Cooper
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MA
Verified Verified
Montrose, CO 81401
Life inevitably involves struggle, pain, and loss. The question is how do we respond to these things so that pain doesn't morph into long-term suffering, and so that meaning, joy, and connection can still be found, even amidst our struggles. That's where I can help. The foundation of my work is building a collaborative and compassionate therapeutic relationship where you feel understood. From there we can begin to craft effective responses to whatever is troubling you: depression, anxiety, trauma, relationships, loss, chronic pain, or more existential concerns about life direction and meaning.
Life inevitably involves struggle, pain, and loss. The question is how do we respond to these things so that pain doesn't morph into long-term suffering, and so that meaning, joy, and connection can still be found, even amidst our struggles. That's where I can help. The foundation of my work is building a collaborative and compassionate therapeutic relationship where you feel understood. From there we can begin to craft effective responses to whatever is troubling you: depression, anxiety, trauma, relationships, loss, chronic pain, or more existential concerns about life direction and meaning.
Grand Valley Griefcraft
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LPC-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mesa, CO 81643
Grief is an entirely normal, involuntary, and healthy response to loss. It is also a profound, confusing, even shattering experience in the very best of circumstances. Grieving in today’s world, however, is made even more complicated by, among other things, the widespread presence of grief illiteracy. Our closest friends and family might not know how to respond to our experiences of loss, and we might not even know how to respond to ourselves. As a result, the inherent sense of isolation often accompanying bereavement can be magnified to absurd proportions. Grief, today, easily and often ushers in an extreme sense of aloneness.
Grief is an entirely normal, involuntary, and healthy response to loss. It is also a profound, confusing, even shattering experience in the very best of circumstances. Grieving in today’s world, however, is made even more complicated by, among other things, the widespread presence of grief illiteracy. Our closest friends and family might not know how to respond to our experiences of loss, and we might not even know how to respond to ourselves. As a result, the inherent sense of isolation often accompanying bereavement can be magnified to absurd proportions. Grief, today, easily and often ushers in an extreme sense of aloneness.
Travis Wernet
Pre-Licensed Professional, BA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cedaredge, CO 81413
On the many paths we walk in experiencing our lives, we encounter difficulties and challenges. "In a dark time, the eye begins to see", Theodore Roethke. We may be tempted to avoid or run from these challenges, however, when we can learn to be with them, we learn that these are moments in which a deeper sense of being is trying to emerge. When we work with and move through life's conflicts, we contact and may draw upon a vast reservoir of resources within and without that serve to clarify our sense of value and purpose, aiding ourselves and others by underlining our own unique gifts and skills.
On the many paths we walk in experiencing our lives, we encounter difficulties and challenges. "In a dark time, the eye begins to see", Theodore Roethke. We may be tempted to avoid or run from these challenges, however, when we can learn to be with them, we learn that these are moments in which a deeper sense of being is trying to emerge. When we work with and move through life's conflicts, we contact and may draw upon a vast reservoir of resources within and without that serve to clarify our sense of value and purpose, aiding ourselves and others by underlining our own unique gifts and skills.
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Expressive Arts Therapists
What happens in expressive arts therapy?
In an expressive arts therapy session, the therapist will provide the space and materials necessary to encourage the client to express themselves creatively. These can include art supplies, musical instruments, a journal, a camera, and more. The therapist offers careful guidance throughout the creative process, often noticing and talking about psychological issues as they arise. Many clients also benefit from the mind-body connection—the physical act of making art can help them feel more grounded and present.
How long does expressive arts therapy take?
An expressive arts therapy session will typically last between 50 minutes and an hour. Group sessions may run longer. Sometimes, a client might only need one or two sessions of expressive arts therapy in conjunction with talk therapy to resolve a psychological issue. Others might find a fixed number of sessions over the course of either weeks or months to be beneficial. The duration depends on the client and their individual needs and goals for therapy.
How does expressive arts therapy help children?
Creativity is an important part of normal child development. Expressive arts therapy proves a safe outlet for child clients to learn to identify their emotions and express them in healthy ways. In expressive arts therapy, children can build their self-esteem, discover more about their personality and strengths, and feel a sense of normalcy in an otherwise chaotic world. This therapeutic approach can be particularly helpful for children with developmental disabilities, autism, ADHD, speech impairments, and other conditions.
What are the limitations of expressive arts therapy?
Sometimes individuals have physical limitations that can affect their ability to express themselves artistically in certain mediums. For example, someone with hearing problems might find it difficult to make music. Sickness and mobility issues can make some types of art physically inaccessible (e.g., sculpting, dancing, etc.). Sometimes, clients are overly skeptical and have trouble letting go and engaging with the creative process. Individuals who require a higher level of care may be better served with other types of therapy.