Therapists in Denver, CO

I believe that play is essential to a child's growing and learning process as children naturally communicate through play. Play therapy can be utilized as a way for children and adolescents to express themselves, explore and process their experiences and feelings through play/art. I am here to partner with you and your family to support in growing a child or adolescent's ability to process through, cope and regulate with difficult life transitions, school related difficulties, emotional and behavioral challenges, grief/loss, social skills, attachment, trauma and self-exploration.

Life offers us all challenges, and sometimes those challenges may seem unbearable or especially unique. Some of us experience difficulties from the time we are little children- trauma, abuse, neglect. We each have unique abilities and strengths. Sometimes, we have trouble accessing our strengths, but you have gifts in your being that are your gifts and strengths alone. My goal in working with you is to act as a catalyst -to encourage you to find your talents, abilities, and strengths that will serve you in coping with whatever difficulty life has given you.

I have over 25 years experience work with pre teens (middle school), adolescents, women, men and families. I believe we are all unique in our own way, our uniqueness is what makes us special, it's our “super power”. With this belief that we are all so different and unique, I use all this great knowledge I’ve gained over the years and I personalize your therapy. I use different modalities determining on what your needs are. I do not use just one technique for all my clients, I use many and I mold them around you… mold them to your own uniqueness. I give clients a safe, non-judgmental space to deal with their issues.

Do you long for freedom to show up differently in your relationship with yourself, including your relationship with food, your body, and the way you relate to the natural world? If you're ready to embark on the path to full, embodied recovery, I can help you align with your authenticity, break free from behaviors, discover choice, and meet yourself with more compassion. By gaining a deeper understanding of who you are, we will work toward helping you move from a place of connection and desire, rather than fear. Together we will uncover the patterns that keep you stuck, learning the old story to make space for a new one to unfold.

Looking for a therapist who understands health, spirit, & wellness issues related to the Native, Indigenous, or BIPOC communities? Maybe you or your child has experienced historical or intergenerational trauma that affects school or job growth. Maybe you're feeling a sense of inner desire to heal past wounds & increase your quality of life. Perhaps you're in need of better communication skills, managing your feelings, or understanding and bettering the many symptoms of grief, anxiety, and sadness. I understand the importance of having a therapist who prioritizes culture & can relate to the lived experiences you have been through.

Welcome! I am so glad you are here. I believe that my role in therapy is to crate a safe and non-judgmental space where you can feel seen and accepted. My approach to counseling is person centered and strength based, where we will work together to address the circumstances that are bringing you to therapy. My goal is to support you in accessing your innate wisdom and to process difficult life events to find relief, resilience, confidence and empowerment. With over 17 years of experience, I bring a trauma informed, contemplative approach, offering compassion, mindfulness, art therapy and somatic therapy.

Nicole Moore-Abeyta LCSW is the owner and lead clinician At Compassionate Counseling of Denver where we weave ancestral healing, art therapy, and clinical psycho- therapeutic modalities. Her focus on mental health and holistic healing practices offer a unique combination of education, mobilization, and liberation through creative expression.  In addition to her private practice, she currently collaborates with Swallow Hill Music, blending music with social emotional curriculum for their Little Swallows  Program. Supports youth and staff at Redline Contemporary Art Center's Epic Program.

By 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 approach therapy through a relational lens informed by attachment theory, though utilize other modalities like ACT, IFS, and DBT. I incorporate mindfulness to promote a nonjudgmental inquiry into the negative core beliefs that hold us back. 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.

I trust that you are an expert in yourself, and my only job is to help you uncover your own inner strength and wisdom to make and maintain changes you desire in your life. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Art Therapist. I utilize a variety of modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Exposure Response Prevention, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. I tend to take a strengths based client-centered approach that is rooted in attachment theory.

I am a Licensed Professional Art Therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor who loves using Art Therapy and Play Therapy interventions as a safe and fun way to connect with children and adolescents. I work hard to create an approachable and non-threatening atmosphere with all my clients so they can accomplish their goals and adjust to life’s challenges. I started my career in inpatient hospital settings where I developed a strong passion for helping kids, teens, and families. Now, as a Certified Positive Discipline Parent Educator, I enjoy working with parents to broaden their parenting toolkits.

I have a heart to see breakthrough, healing, and freedom for my clients. My intent is to provide a safe place where individuals can explore self-discovery, find their voice, and experience a release from the trauma that has held them captive. I provide a client-centered integrated counseling approach for children 5+, teenagers, adults, couples, and families.

Are you looking for a therapeutic approach that is different than what you might be used to? Are you ready to explore the root of the problem that is continuing to cause you the symptoms you are struggling with? By using approaches such as, Art Therapy, EMDR, IFS and Reiki I can offer you something in addition to talk therapy. These approaches target verbal areas of the brain that shut down during a traumatic event(s). Reiki can be described as a spiritual/energetic approach that is often referred to as a "massage for the soul".

Our typical clients are children and adolescents who are struggling with a specific change, transition, trauma incident, loss, or other stressor that is causing behavioral and emotional concerns, like defiance, anxiety, depression, self-harm, which interferes with school, home-life, and other relationships. Clients have goals to decrease behavioral concerns at home and school, improve emotions, coping skills, communication skills, and school performance. A lot of parents want their children to listen, respect, and connect and communicate with them. We also work with individual adults, families and couples.

I am a licensed clinican with advanced training in both traditional and non-traditional psychology. My various degrees, licenses and training include Clinical Art Therapy, EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing), Psychodrama and Spiritual Psychology allow my clients many opportunities in which to access and process unconscious and conscious material successfully. My concept of healing is to achieve the most profound and effective treatment in the shortest period of time with the least amount of distress. It is my passion, as a therapist, to support people through the process of growing into themselves.

I am an Board Certified Art Therapist as well as a Licensed Professional Counselor. In art therapy no artistic skill is needed, you just need an openness to the creative process. The road to healing often begins in finding your voice and expressing your inner self. I am passionate about helping individuals and families of all ages struggling with mood disorders, trauma, and addiction. I have additional interest in those from diverse backgrounds, immigrant families, and women’s issues.

I have worked in mental health for 13 years and have found my passion counseling adolescents and young adults. For the past 11 years, I have had the privilege of working at Children's Hospital where I specialized in crisis work, as well as outpatient and inpatient behavioral services. My experience includes a wide range of mood and personality disorders, suicidal tendencies, self-harming behaviors, anxiety, depression, psychosis, aggression, emotional distress, trauma and abuse. My areas of focus include anxiety, depression, emotional support and the LGBTQ+ community.

You may be struggling with anxiety and/ or a traumatic experience; it can be debilitating. You may feel alone and worried about whether or not you will ever have relief. Oftentimes, you might feel isolated from those you care for; feel lost and uncertain; unsure if you can have a quality life. You can navigate this with a therapist who is able to build a strong therapeutic relationship anchored in trust and safety. I have been able to help many as they embark upon a journey of health addressing some of their greatest fears in order to improve their standard of life and grapple with the anxiety and trauma holding them back.

I specialize in working with young adults in their late teens, 20s, and 30s. Young adulthood is about discovering who you are through major decisions in your relationships, education, and career. It is a critical time when you establish lifelong habits to optimize health and identify passions that drive and define you. I offer individual psychotherapy, art therapy, or a blend of both. As a queer therapist, I enjoy working with LGBTQ+ clients, including individuals who are questioning their sexual orientation or gender assigned at birth. I also offer EMDR for those interested in intensive trauma work.

Deciding to start therapy is a courageous way to change your life. Transitions in life are a natural point to lean into change. As a counselor, I guide you to make positive changes in a comfortable and safe space. I believe change happens when we are deeply connected to ourselves. Working with me will enable you to identify current triggers, implement healthy coping skills, and self-regulate moment by moment. We will work together to become your most whole self. I can help you increase your insight, navigate transitions, and to provide support for you to release patterns that are no longer serving you.