Teen Therapists in Denver, CO

You’re tired of always feeling like you’re supposed to be perfect - maybe you gave up on that a long time ago and now feel like a disappointment, maybe you’re constantly exhausted trying to meet everyone else’s expectations and you’re wondering when you get to meet your own. You’re overwhelmed and don’t know how to do it on your own anymore. You’re ready to figure out who YOU want to be, how YOU want to live, and how to set those boundaries with everyone in your life. You’re ready to feel the joy in life and know that you can weather any storm.

I can support you if you’re wanting to live a more authentic, connected life, where you are living out of your personal code of ethics. It is my goal as a therapist to help bring you back to a felt sense of connection with your body. I specialize in working with teen and adult clients who are going through transitional phases, experiencing relationship issues, or are in need of processing some heavy life events. Therapy doesn’t exist in a vacuum. For those of us with marginalized identities, whether that be neurodivergence, chronic illness, or you’re part of the LGBTQ+ community, I want you to feel seen and heard.

Hello, I'm Carrie, and I am a child and adolescent psychotherapist, play therapist, and neurotherapist. Nice to meet you, and congratulations on taking a step towards a more full, integrated life. I am here to support you and hold space for you in that journey. I believe that people begin to heal the moment they feel heard. My ultimate goal for my clients is to experience integrated internal harmony, peace, and bear the confidence and tools to face life’s challenges with grace and strength.

Transitions are hard, whether they are expected or not. From child to adolescent / teen , high school to college, and from college to “adulthood.” Many transitions brings about changes in mood and feelings, as well as changes in the family dynamic. Whether you are a parent struggling to communicate better with your child/ teen , an older child/ teen trying to navigate your burgeoning independence, or an emerging adult who is confused and overwhelmed by life, my hope is to provide a space to gain clarity, peace, and a sense of relief.

From the outside it looks like you have a happy, fulfilling life, but this isn't the full story. Loneliness, stress, debilitating worry, difficulty sleeping, and strained relationships are all common symptoms of clients that chose to seek treatment with me. I specialize in working with older children, teenagers, and young adults, who struggle with traumatic memories, anxiety, depression, self-harm, and low self-esteem. If you or your child/ teen are ready to begin your healing journey and want to start feeling better, contact me today.

If you or your child/ teen struggles with challenges related to Autism, ADHD, or intellectual or learning disabilities I would love to support you. Neurodiverse children often have challenges with socialization, communication, and specific interests. Through child-led play and cognitive behavioral support I work with children to strengthen skills and regulate emotions. If your child is older or in adolescence there may be additional challenges with Neurodiversity such as anxiety or depression. I utilize CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy) and mindfulness based therapy to support clients and help them reach their goals.

I view therapy as a collaborative process where we work together to reach your goal(s). Together we will identify the problem and figure out a solution. I work with both long-term and short-term issues. Sometimes skills and practice are needed to change the current way of doing things, and other times information or deeper self-exploration.

Denver Adolescent Therapy Group provides psychotherapy to teens and their families. DATG has full time licensed therapists who have extensive experience working with adolescents and their families to address a wide variety of concerns and challenges. We are confident that we can find the perfect fit for your teen and your family.

Do you feel overwhelmed by stress and have difficulty controlling anxious or negative thoughts? Do you find that you put everyone else's needs before your own and feel burnt out trying to be perfect? I can help you manage symptoms that might be disrupting your life, uncover the root causes of anxiety and depression, and take back control of your thoughts and emotions. I specialize in working with adolescent girls and women around issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, sexual assault, self-esteem, body image, grief, life transitions, and boundaries.

With 25 years in clinical practice, I am a firm believer in the effectiveness of psychotherapy to improve self confidence and self esteem, to develop more fulfilling relationships and to set one's life course in a positive direction for the future. I try to not only help my clients find relief from bothersome symptoms but also to help get to the root of the problem that has brought them into therapy. In this way the therapy has a deeper and longer-lasting effect as clients learn how to free themselves from problematic patterns from the past and live more fully in the present.

Things feeling off? Does it seem like endless transitions are shaking your day to day? Have your relationships shifted over the last few years? If this sounds remotely familiar, therapy is a space where we can begin to process and move toward integrating your experiences. I am here to walk with you along your path in a way that feels authentic to you. Together we will ask meaningful questions, seek understanding, find venues for healing, and navigate what comes next. Changing patterns can mean approaching your day to day life with a different perspective.

I enjoy working with clients of all ages, but feel like I tend to connect well with female clients presented with depression or anxiety. As an MFT, I also love working with families. My past work experiences include inpatient substance abuse treatment, outpatient geriatric IOP, inpatient adolescent facilities, private practice, and community-based mental health rehabilitation services.

I provide a welcoming, safe, and non-judgemental space for adolescents and young adults to explore constant feelings of worry, self-doubt, and uneasiness about the future. During this process, I provide support, validation and skills training to find control in managing distorted thoughts, overwhelming emotions, anxiety, and creating healthy, supportive relationships. I see each client uniquely and I want to help you learn more about yourself and find confidence in making the necessary changes to feel happy and secure.

Our approach to therapy is humanistic, nonjudgemental, and down to earth. Client-centered and solution-focused therapies are used to help people determine and tackle their goals. We approach each individual as an already whole person with the capacity to change no matter what challenges they are experiencing.

Dr. Nikki Pond is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist. She received her M.Ed. in Prevention Science and Practice from the Harvard Graduate School of Education and her M.A. and Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Denver. She completed pre-doctoral training in assessment at National Jewish Health, as well as training in therapy and assessment for children with complex trauma, depression, and anxiety at Denver Children's Home. She completed an APA-accredited internship program in child and adolescent psychology at Denver Children's Home through the DU Graduate School of Professional Psychology Internship Consortium.

If you are finding yourself on this site it may be that you are considering making some change in your life or looking for support for someone you love. The most important part in taking a step in therapy is feeling connected and safe with the clinician you are meeting. My name is Jessie Harris and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 10 years of experience in mental health practice. I received my masters degree from the University of Denver in 2015 and spent most of my professional experience working at the Children's Hospital Colorado's Eating Disorder Program as an individual and family therapist.

Are you feeling overwhelmed with life's demands? Finding it hard to cope with daily stressors and life transitions? Struggling with issues related to trauma? I am a seasoned therapist with over 30 years of experience helping adult and adolescent clients address and recover from trauma, abuse, depression, anxiety and other challenges. I work with individuals using a strengths-based approach to assist in the process of change and growth and will meet you with unconditional positive regard and respect for your courage to begin the therapeutic process.

My passion is supporting new and expecting moms, young women, and teens as they navigate new experiences, changes, and challenges. Within these pivotal phases of life we can experience feelings of being overwhelmed, anxiety, depression, and hopelessness. Each person is unique in their biological makeup. Our temperaments differ, as well as how we process and store information. In my work with clients, I honor this individuality and walk alongside you in identifying your path to strength, wellness, and prosperity as we learn to navigate challenging situations and emotions.