Therapists in Colorado Springs, CO

In over a decade of clinical experience, I have worked with adolescents and adults experiencing trauma, depression, suicidal tendencies, suffering with personality disorders, bipolar issues, and psychotic disorders. For the last 9 years, I have developed a passion for helping people of all walks of life to transform themselves and make the changes in their lives that they desire. I meet my clients where they are from a humanistic and validating approach that has proven effective no matter where the starting point for change may be.

Choosing to come to counseling and sharing your feelings and struggles can often feel daunting and somewhat overwhelming. As a clinician, I like to think there is great strength and taking that step to open yourself and begin to work through the things of life that tend to feel like "too much" or overwhelming in general. I often encourage everyone I work with to be patient with the process, recognizing that it is a process. Within that process, it does require active participation from the client, and at times with support from family and close friends.

There are an infinite number of ways to live life happily and successfully. I love people and our collective diversity. If your life is not what you want it to be or if you are longing for internal growth, we can explore the life and the person you want to be, your way, together in an environment free of judgement and full of warmth and compassion. I enjoy working with people of all races, cultures, spiritual beliefs, and gender preferences to achieve relief from life's distress, depression, anxiety, and past trauma with it's accompanying grief and loss.

Stirrup Hope Counseling Center strides to 'stirr- up' hope in a world of constant chaos and an overwhelming feeling of exhaustion from daily life. We offer a reprieve from the daily pace of survival mode, and offer a safe place of peace and calm. We take counseling out of the office and into the barn and outdoor setting. Each person is offered an individualized treatment plan that is custom made to fit their needs and desires, creating a safe place and refuge from the hustle and bustle.

Welcome to my page. It is so important to find a therapist you feel is a good fit for you! As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I believe that we are best understood within the context of our relationships. None of us are an island! In our work together, we'll look at patterns to identify what's working and what isn't in relationships, so you can practice setting boundaries, communicating needs, and living in accordance with your values. I provide individual therapy through a Trauma-Informed lens and couples therapy using the Gottman Method. I provide therapy only online via telehealth video.

Not your parent's counseling! What makes me stand out? I don't want you to be my client next year. Let's work hard today to bring about effective and sustainable change so you can start living your best and most fulfilling life and have the incredibly meaningful life you are longing for today. My goal is that each and every time you leave my office you have a new skill in your hand to start the change process. My approach is complete acceptance and non judgement no matter what you are or have experienced. If you are motivated to see change in your life I am committed to helping you get unstuck.

Asking for help can be difficulty but this is a major step you have to take towards your recovery. I believe everyone should be listened to, respected and deserve a kind/compassionate therapist like myself that can help them as they struggle at some point in their lives. Counseling is a great resource to help an individual through the crisis, and can empower you to make changes in your relationships, personal and life decisions. I will strive to create an empowering therapeutic environment to help you achieve these goals. My overall goal is to give you the skills and tools needed to become the overall best version of you! Reach out!

People all around us have some sort of mental distress. Depression, Anxiety, Insomnia, Substance use disorder are among the people we all know. I am looking to reach clients who suffer from almost any common mental health condition. I look at my patients holistically. I am able to treat many psychiatric conditions as well as physical conditions.

I am a mother to 3 adult children, grandmother to the sweetest girl, and the wife of a very gifted husband. As a therapist, I've been challenged in treating people to a standard or healed. Every medical profession, except that of mental health, has a standard to bring a client to, in order to be considered healthy or healed. The Optometrist corrects vision to 20/20, a dentist corrects teeth to be straight or with no cavities, an orthopedic doctor corrects broken bones back in alignment. Therapists are called on to help restore, heal, and empower clients to move forward in life.

Sometimes the hardest part of healing is reaching out for help when you need it. The fact that you are on this page doing your own research is something I admire. Whether you are looking for a counselor for the first time or need to start back up, I am glad you are here.

Life can get so hard and messy sometimes! You do not have to walk through it alone. Whether you are struggling with symptoms of depression, anxiety, stress, lack of focus, addictive behaviors, and anything in between, there is hope and a path forward.

In my 20 years as a therapist, I have worked with many situations in various settings. While having received advanced training in multiple areas of treatment, I primarily specialize in disordered eating and body image concerns, complex trauma, and dissociative disorders and Dissociative Identity Disorder. I enjoy working with teens and adults using EMDR Therapy, and I incorporate other therapy models as well. I provide consultation and clinical supervision to clinicians seeking credentialing. For more information on my practice, please visit www.emdrcenterofthepikespeakregion.com.

There is no person you wouldn’t love if you knew their story. This is one of my guiding principles in life, especially in my work as a counselor. My goal is to provide a safe, non-judgmental, laid-back environment where you can share your story and find ways to heal and attain change. I believe that clients make significant change when they understand what led to the development of their problems and the factors that maintain current symptoms. Together we will address unhelpful thought patterns developed in your past and your present behaviors to create sustainable strategies and hope for the future.