Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in Colorado Springs, CO

Coming from a traumatic background I've had to do a great deal of my own healing. Starting the healing journey was a very difficult process, however, in identifying a great support system and seeking therapeutic services on my own I was able to experience tremendous growth and change. You are not alone and it is possible to experience healthy change and heal old wounds. I am eclectic in my therapeutic approach and use a blend of Cognitive Behavioral, Motivational Interviewing, EMDR, Play Therapy Techniques, Integrative Gestalt Therapy, Trauma-Focused CBT , and psycho-education to individuals ages two and up.

Does self-doubt, painful memories or worries about the future make your life feel exhausting? Life can be challenging to navigate, but know that you are not alone, nor do you have to suffer in silence. Together, we can find a way forward. Whether you are struggling with processing emotions, difficult relationships, or significant life events, we can work collaboratively to identify and explore the barriers that are interfering with how you want your life to be. This includes constructing measurable goals and a plan that fosters your personal growth towards living a life that is fulfilling and meaningful to you.

I work with individuals struggling with low self-esteem, depression, anxiety and disordered thinking. Many of these mental health issues are rooted in past trauma. I have discovered that trauma exposure, including single episode, multiple or repetitive events nearly always have a destructive impact on people and subsequently their personal relationships. Together we will examine the ways you relate to your world, focusing on your individual concerns. We will work to uncover the source of your pain and discover how to effectively connect with yourself and build healthy relationships with the people in your life.

Life can be challenging and messy to navigate at times, that part of life just happens naturally, what sometimes does not happen naturally, is prioritizing your mental health. So first, I would like to recognize you taking that first step for yourself! As a counselor, I strive to create a safe and judgement free place to process what you are thinking and feeling.

My practice, The Insomnia Clinic, focuses exclusively on assessment and management of sleep problems and dependence on sleeping pills. As an ex-insomniac, night owl, sleep scientist, psychologist, and certified behavioral sleep specialist I bring a unique perspective to managing sleep problems. I know what it is like to suffer from poor sleep and I know how to help you sleep well. I will help you understand your sleep problem and guide you through proven non-medication cognitive and behavioral strategies. Trouble with sleeping pills? I will collaborate with you and your physician to slowly reduce and eliminate them from your life.

I work with individuals ages 16 and up who are seeking guidance in the treatment of anxiety, depression, disordered eating and body image issues, trauma (EMDR) and women’s issues. I have special interest in working with those who are in eating disorder recovery or who engage in disordered eating thoughts and behaviors, experience anxiety around food, or who may feel they have a difficult relationship with food and no longer trust their bodies. I also enjoy working with athletes, and runners in particular, as I am one myself!

Cassie is a License Marriage and Family Therapist with additional training in Animal Assisted Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Trauma treatments. She uses an array of counseling skills throughout her practice. Cassie has a passion for working with couples, families and teens. Her approach with clients begins with a genuine caring relationship .Her clients feel her unconditional positive regard toward them. In this non-judgmental environment, clients are free to explore their lives with her.

Kristin specializes in teens and adults experiencing a range of mental health struggles, from anxiety, depression, grief, anger management, to life transitions and substance use issues. She comes with years of experience working with individuals in active addiction and recovery, and with the family members who have been impacted by substance use. Kristin has spent years working with young adults transitioning out of foster care, assessing and certifying families to adopt, working alongside women who are experiencing grief and loss related to pregnancy, and advocating for birth parents who have placed a child for adoption.

I know that you have what it takes to get where you want to be and I consider it a great privilege to hold space for that journey. I have a bachelor's degree from The University of Notre Dame and completed my graduate work through The University of Southern California. I specialize in trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, relationships, parenting and adoption/foster care issues.

I believe no one is exempt from healing or wholeness. My philosophy is that we can learn the skills needed to engage our courage, cultivate trust, embrace truth, and realize the wholeness inherent within. We do not exist in isolation, and that is a clue to healing. As a therapist I companion your journey, guiding with perceptivity and clinical expertise but ultimately cultivating client self-determination, nurturing the innate guidance within, and honoring the client as the authority over their own personhood. Investing in ourselves and our healing benefits everyone, and that investment comes back to us in unforeseen beautiful ways.

As a counselor, I feel privileged to join individuals during critical seasons of life. Throughout the therapy process, I strive to create an environment where you feel completely safe and honored. With this as a foundation for effective therapy, I am able to provide compassionate support and offer treatment for a variety of mental health concerns. I hold a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Denver Seminary and a bachelor’s degree from the University of Notre Dame.

I take an eclectic and individualized approach for each client that utilizes concepts from CBT , DBT, family systems, narrative therapy, and solution focused therapy. I also like to incorporate concepts from art therapy, play therapy, and somatic experiencing in efforts to improve self-awareness, promote connection, and increase mindfulness. As a parent and professional who has worked in our community with families and educators for over a decade, I understand that each individual, family, and child is faced with unique complexities and stressors that must be addressed on multiple levels with sensitivity and understanding.

At Colorado Family Counseling Center, we see clients with a variety of needs. Started in 2011, (known as Kelli Korn Counseling until 2018), we specialize in children, teens, families, adults, and couples. We work with each client to define their concerns and their goals for counseling to help them reach the best possible version of themselves. We use a variety of therapeutic techniques that fit best with each client and their individual strengths and goals.

For the past 20 years, I have been a successful clinician in the areas of relationships, trauma, anxiety, depression, codependency, family of origin issues, substance abuse and couple challenges. Working on change is difficult and I'm here to help facilitate each client to become their authentic self. I am licensed in two states (California and Colorado) and can meet in person or via teletherapy, depending on where you live. With trauma work, however, meeting in person is the only choice I offer.

I have been in the field for 20 years and would love to hear your story and work with you to find a solution to your life challenges. I work with clients that have experienced childhood trauma to include sexual abuse and witnessing domestic violence, difficult life changes, cutting, suicidal tendencies, marital issues, relationship issues and more. I also work with children that have ADHD, and behavior issues.

I'm most passionate in working in trauma therapy and the challenges that often come with trauma. My clients can come as they are and feel comfortable that they will be accepted. I want to help clients understand how they have the power to make changes in their lives and empower them to enact those changes. YOU are your own greatest strength. I believe therapy should be your choice and that you're the greatest authority on your life experiences.

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.

Struggling with anxious thoughts? Feeling lonely or isolated? Struggling with past issues? You don't have to go through it alone, whatever your reason, let's work together to help things feel better. Yes, it may be difficult but you can do it with support. I have over a decade of experience helping individuals navigate through challenges that feel overwhelming, using a combination of evidence-based and solution-focused models, including CBT , DBT, and motivational interviewing. I look forward to hearing from you!