Therapists in Southwestern Denver, Denver, CO

I have provided counseling services in Denver since completing graduate school in 1999. I worked in both pediatric and adult medical settings, including hematology/oncology, emergency trauma and hospice. For 8 years, I worked at a school and community based medical clinic providing psychotherapy to all ages. I have also enjoyed private practice over the years. In each setting I work, including private practice, my therapeutic modality varies, but I always come from a strengths based/empowerment approach.

Accepting new cash pay clients! I enjoy working with individuals who are open and ready for support and change. My experience includes working with several different mental health issues including depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, bipolar, trauma, anger, and many more as well as all different types of life challenges. My goal is to help my clients develop, and live, a life they are happy and proud of. From issues related to stress, sleep, or lifestyle challenges to more severe mental illness I will work with you on finding what helps you reach your goals.

Do you feel like you are just going through the motions? Is it difficult to find joy in the things you once loved? Do you feel like your negative emotions are taking over? It is an intimidating process to seek help when things just aren’t right. Here is some good news…by searching for help, you’re already on the path to feeling better. I have more good news! Even though it may not feel possible right now, these feelings that you are experiencing can be alleviated with effective, intentional treatments. I start therapy with these treatments right away so that you can experience some much-needed relief, as soon as possible.

Hello, my name is Caroline (she/her/hers). As someone committed to my own personal growth, I know how daunting it can be to share the most vulnerable parts of yourself with another. Therefore, I strive to build a space in which you feel safe and supported being your full, authentic self. While some relationships can be painful, I believe a safe therapeutic relationship can be a powerful tool for healing and growth. I utilize genuine curiosity, direct feedback, and humor to deepen self-awareness and empower you towards positive change.

Are you struggling with a life transition? Trying to process past trauma but not sure where to start? It’s understandable and normal to need help working through life’s challenges. My goal is to offer support and compassion as you navigate life in hopes of creating a better and deeper understanding of yourself. I believe that through this understanding comes healing, growth, and an ability to identify and express your emotions. I want to help you find confidence, peace, and self-compassion. I want to help you identify the parts of yourself and areas in your life that need healing and help you through that process.

Throughout the crowd you see some familiar faces in the sea of people you barely recognize. Your palms grow clammy. Over the sound of your thoughts telling you to relax, you hear an acquaintance say hello. What is their name!? Your muscles freeze as you realize your mind is blank. Around your own friends and family, you are confident, funny, the life of the party! So why do you feel insecure and worry about what people you don't know think of you? If this sounds familiar, and you want to find some relief, you’ve come to the right place.

Hello! My name is Allie, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have experience working with children & adolescents as well as adults looking to improve their mental health and relationships. I know from personal and professional experience that a comfortable and judgment-free therapeutic relationship is a critical component to healing. I believe that all humans are capable of recovery and I utilize mutual respect, validation, reflection, and even humor to empower my clients in achieving this.

I am a Licensed Professional Counseling Candidate based in Denver, CO. I continue to choose this work because I am passionate about helping others find their unique path to growth and healing. As a therapist, I combine my experience as a trauma-informed yoga and mindfulness instructor with my knowledge of evidence-based counseling and love of experiential education. My practice focuses on older teens, adult women, and genderqueer individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, identity exploration, and the impact of trauma.

It is my view that relationship, with both self and others, is the most powerful tool we have in life as a vehicle for reflection, healing, and transformation. I was trained in transpersonal counseling and mindfulness, and have a very interactive style that respects the unique mind, body, and spirit of each individual client and partners in relationship.

I approach therapy through a relational lens informed by attachment theory, though utilize other modalities like ACT and DBT. Centering personal values and a self-compassion practice, I work to help my clients reconnect to their inner compass and move towards what they truly want. I rely on mindfulness to promote a nonjudgmental inquiry into the negative core beliefs that hold us back. I am trained in FBT and EFFT to support the entire family system necessary for eating disorder recovery. All of that said, YOU are the expert on YOU, and I aim to be a witness to your process, providing nudges and maybe even some laughs along the way.

When you meet Sahara, you'll feel cared for in a safe space where you're able to explore your emotions and troubling issues. Sahara can help clients in multiple areas in their life, like anxiety, depression, managing conflicts, financial issues, commitment, sex therapy, communication issues, divorce, and more. She provides psychoeducation on relevant topics and uses active listening so she can be each client's cheerleader. The primary modalities she draws from are CBT, Gottman, and solution focused. Sahara holds a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy.

I am currently serving clients virtually in Colorado and Florida. Whether you're ready to jump in or you're just exploring if therapy is a good fit for you, I'm here to walk next to you on your journey. Therapy is about helping you, the client, be the best version of who you want to be, at whatever stage you’re in. We work together to help you identify and choose what you want and need in your life, and empower you to work through the things that are preventing you from being there. “The things” could be anything causing difficulty for you or keeping you "stuck". I can help you see beyond what has been or what is, to what can be.

How are you handling your life right now? Life can feel overwhelming creating stress, anxiety, fear, and doubt and leaving us feeling paralyzed and stuck. As we adjust to new seasons of life, there tend to be periods of the unknown with mixed emotions. Life transitions need life skills. This is more of a partnership to navigate through past wounds into a healthier, more stable, and confident future. I also walk with clients with spiritual trauma and fertility issues (including fertility treatments, IVF, miscarriage, and postpartum), as someone who has walked through this myself it's nice to have someone who "gets it".

The clients I work with all have unique stories with different formative experiences, but there are common themes that often emerge. Feelings of being stuck, disillusioned, discouraged, in despair, angry and/or in need of direction. My goal as a clinician is to provide guidance and insight where clients are accepted, challenged and cared for.

Are you tired of being stuck in a relationship pattern that's causing you pain? I can help! Perhaps you're struggling with a relationship with either a partner, family member, friend, or even yourself, and you just want to feel at peace and happy again. You may be trying to decide whether to stay in a relationship or end it for good. Or you might need help figuring out what's holding you back from going for the relationship of your dreams. I can help you find solutions to your relationship problems.

I have a specialty in trauma but work with a broad range of individuals including those struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues and existential concerns. I integrate psychodynamic and mindfulness approaches in the work I do with clients. I not only think it is important to understand how the past impacts the present and to make the unconscious, conscious but I believe that it is equally important to help clients learn to pay attention to thoughts, feelings, physical sensations and breath in the present moment so that they can better understand, tolerate, and ultimately move beyond, their distress.

The main characteristic that helps my clients benefit most is the willingness to look honestly and deeply inside themselves and examine their own hearts and stories. This requires authenticity, honesty, and strength as this is often uncomfortable. My clients that benefit most are those that are willing to lean into this discomfort to recognize the areas of unhealth in their hearts, minds, and relationships, and to work towards the change and transformation and abundant life that God calls us all towards.

Many times, life transitions and unresolved trauma can make us feel like there is no way out. It can be overwhelming. But it does not have to be like that. As your therapist, I can provide a supportive nonjudgmental space for you to explore and resolve issues related to past trauma or present moment issues that cause distress to you.