Aetna Therapists in Colorado Springs, CO

Brianna Rivera is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, she has been in the field of Social Work since 2013. She graduated from New Mexico Highlands University with a degree in Clinical Social Work. Brianna believes in starting where the client is and utilizing Cognitive behavioral therapy in understanding how we perceive the world. She believes that everyone has a story to tell and they should be able to tell that story in a safe environment. Brianna utilizes CBT, and psychodynamic interventions within her practice.

I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a focus on helping clients rebuild, restructure and work through tough situations. I have a strong background in the natural sciences and philsophy and incorporate this experience into my clinical work and have found this to be a very effective approach in seeing clients effectively work through and resolve issues in their lives. I primarily focus on a cognitive behavioral therapy approach as it is an applied model to use as a template that describes the internal distress with specific methods to apply and reduce severity of those stressors.

I would first like to just take a moment to commend you on starting to take steps towards seeing a healthier and happier you. I know this can be uncomfortable and scary, but if you are finally looking to do something you have never done to get something you have never had or maybe once had and want to get back to, you have come to the right place. My goal is to become my client’s partner and toolbox. Where you get the autonomy to decide the focus mixed with the resources of empathetic reflection and evidence-based practices I provide; so together we can get you to where you want to be emotionally and mentally.

Love and Life gets complicated... Anxiety, Trauma, D.V., Abuse, Addictions, Complex Grief, Self Harm, Marriage and Family issues may arise and we become blindsided. Hope and recovery is possible. Empower yourself for change.

EMBRACE YOUR LIFE. You deserve a life filled with meaning and purpose. I am here to assist you in harnessing the strength that lives within you and give you the courage to be in charge of your healing. Therapy can be a gateway to healing and living a joyous, fulfilling life. I would be privileged to be part of your healing journey so you can embrace all the beauty life has to offer.

Sandstone Care provides substance use, addiction, and mental health treatment for young adults (ages 18 to 30) and adolescents (ages 13 to 18) including Residential Treatment, Day Treatment (PHP), Intensive Outpatient (IOP), and General Outpatient (OP) programming.

Julie Wilson is a Colorado native who has lived and worked in the Pikes Peak region for over 40 years. Julie’s work career includes the banking and finance industry, nonprofit executive management, and now behavioral health. Each course in her career has brought unique insights into assessing her clients’ needs and finding the best pathway for each individual and each family.

Many people seek therapy at a time of change or transition, when dealing with increased stress, loss, or for reasons they may not quite have a name for just yet. In today's world, a typical day might bring on any combination of these concerns and I strongly believe in the value of therapy in navigating day to day life. Whatever brings you here, it is valid and I look forward to learning more about your experience. My approach to therapy is to offer a safe space to share, to process, to get feedback, to set goals, to offer healing, and increase skills to navigate our daily experience most effectively.

Accepting New Clients! Spanish Speaking! Hablo español. Life seems to always give you the short end of the stick. Caught in the thinking trap of wanting to be more but not being able to go forward. Struggling to find your place in the world. You catch yourself wondering, “Who am I and what do I want to be?” Looking for understanding and validation from the people closest to you has never worked out, because they don’t really hear what you’re saying or have the time to listen. You’ve been seen as the problem but feel there is more to you.

Everyone has a story, and my commitment is to be an enlightened witness to yours. If you are seeking therapy, it is most likely to understand or change your story. I will help you to do so through a fine balance of compassion, humor, and telling it like it is. The foundation of my work with each client is building a safe, trusted, supportive and respectful relationship. I work with individuals suffering from trauma, stress, anxiety, grief, depression, and life transitions. I work from a trauma-informed, client-centered, and strength-based perspective; I utilize active listening and evidence-based techniques.

I welcome clients navigating all stages of life's difficulties. Whether you're going through something new, or have been struggling with a problem or diagnosis for years, I'm here to support you.

Are you feeling stuck or overwhelmed with life? Are you searching for a space to feel heard and be seen? I believe that healing and thriving is possible. I strive to provide a non-judgmental and empathetic space for my clients to make change. I work with individuals struggling with anxiety, perinatal mental health, trauma and attachment concerns, and issues surrounding life transitions. I am a Certified Perinatal Mental Health provider through PSI and have a passion for helping new parents and families navigate the joys and struggles of pregnancy, adoption, surrogacy, and parenthood. I am inclusive to all families and experiences.

Someone once said there are two kinds of people in the world: those who are trying to get better…and everyone else. Maybe you have tried therapy before and it didn't work, or maybe you’ve identified some more things that you wish to work on so you can progress further in your healing journey. Perhaps you just want to determine what you need to do to become the best you that you can be without being hindered by depression or anxiety. Either way, I'm glad you have found yourself here and no longer need to do this alone.

My approach to many issues we might face is that with a change in our mindset or normal path of thinking, we most likely have solutions to our concerns within ourselves. By changing our mindset or charting a new path we can find healing and peace. Sometimes we have to dig deep and look at situations from a different angle to see how we can take control and make the change we desire to achieve our best. I'm here to help you address areas where you feel like you could be struggling and discover new perspectives to help find a different path forward.

Do the daily demands of life leave you feeling numb? Has relational distance consumed an important connection? Are you feeling stuck in a major transition or difficult experience? Life can be different. You can experience hope and move forward with healing.

I believe everyone deserves a second chance. No matter what our difficulties are in the past and present, it does not define who we are in the future. I am a lifelong learner who tries to instill the same passion in my clients as education is the key to unlocking our future. I strive to advocate for children as they learn to express their needs and desires. I use my background as a teacher, school counselor, and administrator to help facilitate the change necessary to unlock a better future.