Therapists in University Hills, Denver, CO

Are you living the life you want? Recovery is a choice and I am here to help. Getting help is not a sign of weakness; it is the empowerment of one's internal strength. I have a passion for creating a therapeutic alliance with clients to help them achieve their goals and to become their best self. Utilizing evidence based therapies, I am able to peel back the layers and get to the heart of one's core issues, resulting in healing. Choosing to seek professional help is a big decision and choosing the right counselor is essential to achieving success."

I came to understand how I have this ‘authentic approach’ and ‘realness’ that cultivates relationships with individuals. With over 15 years of experience working with individuals and families affected by trauma, depression, anxiety, and coping with life’s struggles, my goal to build trust where you feel safe and supported. Whether you're seeking support for the first time or you have a history, just know you deserve to be heard and your needs be respected.

Research shows that the number one key factor to living a long life is directly related to one’s feeling of connectedness with others. Yet, a quarter us feel as though we have no one to talk to. It’s biologically imperative to know that we belong, matter and feel seen and heard. Therapy helps people (sometimes for their first time ever) to feel understood and have their reality/experiences validated in a safe, nonjudgmental and accepting way. I use strengths-based, person-centered, CBT, mindfulness, and somatic techniques to help you work towards understanding your problems, and finding solutions.

As a therapist and women’s life coach l believe healing is possible and within reach, I know this intimately. As I found my wholeness, I found my way back home to myself. I learned to embrace the journey of having fierce self love; it is a conscious relationship with self that is sacred and ongoing. I believe that you too deserve to walk knowing your worth and to experience deep self love. I believe you are powerful in creating the life you desire. I honor your pain, your bravery, your healing and your giving birth to a new YOU!

I enjoy working with people of all ages and from all walks of life. I enjoy helping them find solutions to whatever challenges life is presenting them with. For some people, this may mean that they need only a few sessions, or what I call a"minor tune-up", before they are back on course with their lives. For others, this may mean more in-depth therapy to help find solutions to problems that have persisted over many years. And yet for others, they may not have any problems at all to solve per se.

Mind Warrior Therapy. I have a huge passion working with clients battling substance use and mental health concerns. I enjoy working with a wide variety of clientele from adolescents to adults. Individuals who often feel misunderstood in order to help improve self-esteem, explore the pacts of trauma, maneuver relationships, and move forward with less weight on their shoulders. My goal is to provide a space which promotes growth and brings the feeling you are not alone. I am joining you on your journey and not here to judge you.

I am particularly trained in working with adults and children who suffer from persistent obsessions, compulsions, social anxiety, panic attacks, phobias and chronic worry and/or stress. Many individuals I see also have other issues that are also addressed as part of the therapy. Cognitive behavior therapy is an excellent treatment for these issues, which often empowers the individual to get better control using specific tools and an individualized plan tailored to their needs. Therapy tends to be relatively short term with maintenance or follow up sessions as needed to ensure individuals maintain their gains.

I have experience working with children, teens, and adults with complex trauma. I have had the privilege of learning from clinicians in recovery as well as clients facing addiction, children and teens in foster care, survivors of intimate partner violence and human trafficking. My background in crisis intervention has illuminated the interconnectedness and intersectionality of multiple traumas. And I understand that for most people, the therapeutic environment is a place where we need to experience acceptance for many interwoven losses, fears, and challenges.

You have taken a very positive step by deciding to seek therapy! I strive to create a safe and approachable setting for you to engage in the therapy process. I use compassion, authenticity, humor, and genuineness to provide a supportive and trusting environment. We will work collaboratively to establish treatment goals, and help you attain greater understanding of yourself and your mental health, improve your coping skills, build on the strengths you already have and help you cultivate more balance and happiness in your life. Those who are ready to commit to healing, I would be delighted to work with you.

Do you ever feel lost, overwhelmed, anxious...maybe even hopeless? It happens to everyone at times. And it can be hard to outthink our problems and face them on our own. My approach to counseling prioritizes a focus on connection, collaboration, and authenticity. You are the expert on your own life, and together we will work to better understand the struggles you face, the life you want to live, and the steps to take to get there.

One of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story. We all face challenges and deal with roadblocks, and sometimes these stressors make it challenging to start knowing who you are and find your purpose. I've been privileged to support children, adolescents, and adults in navigating trauma, anxiety, and life transitions. I offer a safe space through traditional talk therapy to assess the past and identify goals for the future. A strength-based, solution-focused approach guides our time together. As a bilingual therapist (Mexican-American), I can connect and align with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

If you're reading this I want to encourage you to keep the momentum! Reaching out to a therapist is one of the most difficult and hopeful things you can do and it’s worth it! I work with anxiety, depression, addictions and relationship issues. I've been a psychologist for over 35 years and I still love the work. My approach incorporates a spiritual orientation; this is due to working with people who are in recovery, and my own journey. Spiritual based psychotherapy is not about religion, but about accessing the Power that surrounds us, the power of Love. I am an active, engaging therapist with a sense of humor, it’s good to laugh.

Are you feeling stuck in anxiety, low self-worth, overwhelming emotions or past trauma/abuse? Are you unable to "get over" experiences from your past? Have you tried therapy but were left frustrated by the feeling of not getting anywhere? There is hope! As a highly trained therapist, I offer nonjudgmental support to help you overcome unresolved trauma and/or patterns of thinking and behavior that are no longer serving you. Please see my website for more information, or call/email to arrange for a free half hour consultation.