Attachment-based Therapists in Denver, CO
Seeking therapy can be a vulnerable experience, from listening to your instincts in finding the right match for you, to trusting in your own innate capacity for growth, healing, and change. My approach to therapy stems from a humanistic and systemic lens in which I believe the uniqueness of each individual informs their approach to and capacity for growth, choice, and overall well-being. Operating within a systemic lens allows me to not only look wholly at an individual but experience alongside that individual the world around them.
Seeking therapy can be a vulnerable experience, from listening to your instincts in finding the right match for you, to trusting in your own innate capacity for growth, healing, and change. My approach to therapy stems from a humanistic and systemic lens in which I believe the uniqueness of each individual informs their approach to and capacity for growth, choice, and overall well-being. Operating within a systemic lens allows me to not only look wholly at an individual but experience alongside that individual the world around them.
Whether you’re dealing with the impacts of trauma, grief, relationships, life change and transition, anxiety, depression, gender-specific issues, or a general feeling of disconnect from yourself or others, therapy can be a place where you’re supported in making sense of what’s happening and creating room for something different. Therapy with me is relational, grounded, and genuine, with attention given to who you are as a whole person because I also believe it’s a space where we can make room for depth, humor, discomfort, and humanness.
Whether you’re dealing with the impacts of trauma, grief, relationships, life change and transition, anxiety, depression, gender-specific issues, or a general feeling of disconnect from yourself or others, therapy can be a place where you’re supported in making sense of what’s happening and creating room for something different. Therapy with me is relational, grounded, and genuine, with attention given to who you are as a whole person because I also believe it’s a space where we can make room for depth, humor, discomfort, and humanness.
We work with kids, teens, adults, and couples using evidence-based care including CBT, ACT, EMDR, and attachment-based therapy.
At Thrive Counseling, therapy is structured and goal-focused. In the first 1–2 sessions, we collaborate with you to set 1–3 clear goals for treatment. We then complete a brief assessment to understand your needs, so we can tailor strategies to your personality, lifestyle, and goals for practical, real-life change.
We work with kids, teens, adults, and couples using evidence-based care including CBT, ACT, EMDR, and attachment-based therapy.
At Thrive Counseling, therapy is structured and goal-focused. In the first 1–2 sessions, we collaborate with you to set 1–3 clear goals for treatment. We then complete a brief assessment to understand your needs, so we can tailor strategies to your personality, lifestyle, and goals for practical, real-life change.
Are you feeling disconnected in your relationship, struggling with unresolved family dynamics, or navigating the complexities of identity and personal growth? Whether you’re seeking deeper intimacy in your partnership, working through family challenges, or exploring your identity as an LGBTQ+ individual, you deserve a space where you feel seen, supported, and understood. My goal is to help you build meaningful connections, process unresolved pain, and move toward a more fulfilling life.
Are you feeling disconnected in your relationship, struggling with unresolved family dynamics, or navigating the complexities of identity and personal growth? Whether you’re seeking deeper intimacy in your partnership, working through family challenges, or exploring your identity as an LGBTQ+ individual, you deserve a space where you feel seen, supported, and understood. My goal is to help you build meaningful connections, process unresolved pain, and move toward a more fulfilling life.
I work primarily from an attachment-based and experiential approach.
Many of my clients seek therapy to improve their relationships with themselves, their partner, and their loved ones. I specifically work with individuals and partners around experiences of trauma, depression, anxiety, work stress, neurodivergence, relationship rupture, sex and intimacy, infidelity/betrayal, break-ups, addiction and other major life transitions. I work with folks in monogamous and consensual non-monogamous relationships. In addition to counseling, I have a background in business operations and enjoy working with entrepreneurs and executives that want to improve their personal and professional lives.
I work primarily from an attachment-based and experiential approach.
Many of my clients seek therapy to improve their relationships with themselves, their partner, and their loved ones. I specifically work with individuals and partners around experiences of trauma, depression, anxiety, work stress, neurodivergence, relationship rupture, sex and intimacy, infidelity/betrayal, break-ups, addiction and other major life transitions. I work with folks in monogamous and consensual non-monogamous relationships. In addition to counseling, I have a background in business operations and enjoy working with entrepreneurs and executives that want to improve their personal and professional lives.
Hi, I’m Jovonna. I’m a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and Behavioral Specialist with more than a decade of experience supporting youth, adolescents, and young adults as they navigate trauma, identity exploration, life transitions, and emotional or behavioral challenges. My passion is helping young people feel heard, understood, and empowered, especially those from marginalized, underserved, and diverse communities.
Much of my clinical work has involved supporting young people and their families through co-occurring mental health diagnoses and high-acuity concerns, including suicidality, self-harm.
Hi, I’m Jovonna. I’m a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and Behavioral Specialist with more than a decade of experience supporting youth, adolescents, and young adults as they navigate trauma, identity exploration, life transitions, and emotional or behavioral challenges. My passion is helping young people feel heard, understood, and empowered, especially those from marginalized, underserved, and diverse communities.
Much of my clinical work has involved supporting young people and their families through co-occurring mental health diagnoses and high-acuity concerns, including suicidality, self-harm.
Hello! My name is Zach Van Eps. I have been a private practice therapist since 2013. I am a graduate of the University of Colorado Denver in Counseling with a specialization in working with couples and families. I am also an EMDR trained therapist.
Hello! My name is Zach Van Eps. I have been a private practice therapist since 2013. I am a graduate of the University of Colorado Denver in Counseling with a specialization in working with couples and families. I am also an EMDR trained therapist.
We live in an epidemic of loneliness - which heavily impacts the quality of our living and can put considerable pressures on our connections. I am passionate about working with people searching - for meaning, growth, skills, and understanding. Therapy can be a powerful way to explore what you really want for your life and integrate those longings into change. Whether relational or individual counseling, I love facilitating reflection, communication, and clarity. Collaboratively we can guide you to identifying the life, relationships, boundaries, and purpose you deserve.
We live in an epidemic of loneliness - which heavily impacts the quality of our living and can put considerable pressures on our connections. I am passionate about working with people searching - for meaning, growth, skills, and understanding. Therapy can be a powerful way to explore what you really want for your life and integrate those longings into change. Whether relational or individual counseling, I love facilitating reflection, communication, and clarity. Collaboratively we can guide you to identifying the life, relationships, boundaries, and purpose you deserve.
You carry a lot for the people around you. When relationships feel overwhelming or unclear—at home, with family, or at work—it’s hard to know what to do next. Maybe you’re tired of conflict, second-guessing, and saying yes when you mean no. Anxiety creeps in, boundaries slip, and decisions about separation, reconciliation, or change feel heavy. As a Woman of Color in Colorado, cultural expectations can add pressure to be strong while you’re stretched thin. You want connection, clarity, and tools that actually work in daily life.
You carry a lot for the people around you. When relationships feel overwhelming or unclear—at home, with family, or at work—it’s hard to know what to do next. Maybe you’re tired of conflict, second-guessing, and saying yes when you mean no. Anxiety creeps in, boundaries slip, and decisions about separation, reconciliation, or change feel heavy. As a Woman of Color in Colorado, cultural expectations can add pressure to be strong while you’re stretched thin. You want connection, clarity, and tools that actually work in daily life.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, I am actively building a foundation of knowledge to help clients with various concerns, including: interpersonal relationships, self-discovery, anxiety, chronic illness and pain, and navigating life changes such as early motherhood or grief. I believe in the power of a holistic approach to wellness, encompassing nutrition, movement, stress management, and social, emotional, and mental well-being.
Please note I am currently on family leave, with anticipated return to practice in December 2026.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, I am actively building a foundation of knowledge to help clients with various concerns, including: interpersonal relationships, self-discovery, anxiety, chronic illness and pain, and navigating life changes such as early motherhood or grief. I believe in the power of a holistic approach to wellness, encompassing nutrition, movement, stress management, and social, emotional, and mental well-being.
Please note I am currently on family leave, with anticipated return to practice in December 2026.
Stressors related to work, relationships, medical conditions and other key areas of life occur every single day, and sometimes they may become overwhelming and out of control. Most of the time, we are able to help ourselves out of these types of situations, but there are times when it is too challenging to handle alone. When that happens, we often find ourselves stuck and unable to react, or continue to use solutions that may not be the best for us. It can be very draining and demotivating, and spiraling out of control. We sometimes want someone to find a solution for us, while at other times, we just want someone to listen to us.
Stressors related to work, relationships, medical conditions and other key areas of life occur every single day, and sometimes they may become overwhelming and out of control. Most of the time, we are able to help ourselves out of these types of situations, but there are times when it is too challenging to handle alone. When that happens, we often find ourselves stuck and unable to react, or continue to use solutions that may not be the best for us. It can be very draining and demotivating, and spiraling out of control. We sometimes want someone to find a solution for us, while at other times, we just want someone to listen to us.
There are times in life when we are presented with circumstances that overwhelm us. If you are looking to work through a difficult transition or want to address an issue that has been weighing you down, I would love to assist you in coming up with solutions in order to live a more fulfilled life. Counseling can help you not only to work through the problem that brought you to therapy in the first place, but to learn valuable life skills that can make it easier to address challenges that come up for you in the future. I believe that everyone is capable of change, and I would love to support you throughout the process.
There are times in life when we are presented with circumstances that overwhelm us. If you are looking to work through a difficult transition or want to address an issue that has been weighing you down, I would love to assist you in coming up with solutions in order to live a more fulfilled life. Counseling can help you not only to work through the problem that brought you to therapy in the first place, but to learn valuable life skills that can make it easier to address challenges that come up for you in the future. I believe that everyone is capable of change, and I would love to support you throughout the process.
A proud Colorado native, I found my path into therapy by observing fictional counselors who solved the puzzles of the human heart. Now, I help parents explore the mysterious, sometimes mythical parts of their own family stories. When I am not working, I enjoy diving into books, video games, or documentaries. I adore animals and know that a cup of coffee and a laugh can make the heaviest burdens just a little lighter. I have nearly a decade of experience working with high-needs youth and families in throughout the Denver Metro, providing dedicated support and evidence-based therapeutic interventions.
A proud Colorado native, I found my path into therapy by observing fictional counselors who solved the puzzles of the human heart. Now, I help parents explore the mysterious, sometimes mythical parts of their own family stories. When I am not working, I enjoy diving into books, video games, or documentaries. I adore animals and know that a cup of coffee and a laugh can make the heaviest burdens just a little lighter. I have nearly a decade of experience working with high-needs youth and families in throughout the Denver Metro, providing dedicated support and evidence-based therapeutic interventions.
If you’re struggling to navigate current relationships, find ways to heal from past trauma, develop meaning and purpose in life, or cope with what life throws at you, I’m here for you. I’m an emotion-focused and trauma-informed therapist specializing in relational trauma, depression, anxiety, identity issues, self-esteem, emerging adulthood, psychosis, attachment, self-harm, life transitions, parenting support, and more.
There can often be mixed feelings when starting therapy, and I see your courage. I look forward to meeting you where you’re at, and getting to know you and witness your growth in our work together.
If you’re struggling to navigate current relationships, find ways to heal from past trauma, develop meaning and purpose in life, or cope with what life throws at you, I’m here for you. I’m an emotion-focused and trauma-informed therapist specializing in relational trauma, depression, anxiety, identity issues, self-esteem, emerging adulthood, psychosis, attachment, self-harm, life transitions, parenting support, and more.
There can often be mixed feelings when starting therapy, and I see your courage. I look forward to meeting you where you’re at, and getting to know you and witness your growth in our work together.
In our fast-paced world, finding balance can often feel like a distant dream. With life's demands and a culture that may overlook mental well-being, many find themselves drained and struggling to embrace joy. Therapy offers a powerful tool for self-discovery, managing unhelpful behaviors, and healing deep-seated wounds that are challenging to address alone. As a dedicated mental health therapist, I am passionate about empowering women and others to prioritize their mental health and make transformative changes.
In our fast-paced world, finding balance can often feel like a distant dream. With life's demands and a culture that may overlook mental well-being, many find themselves drained and struggling to embrace joy. Therapy offers a powerful tool for self-discovery, managing unhelpful behaviors, and healing deep-seated wounds that are challenging to address alone. As a dedicated mental health therapist, I am passionate about empowering women and others to prioritize their mental health and make transformative changes.
So many of us live in a world of disconnection and isolation, which seems to only be getting worse day by day. Yet the core of who we are as humans is to lead fulfilling lives through healthy connections, purpose and meaning. My desire is to lead others towards finding their true value and sense of self, using that to positively impact others and the world around them. I use trauma-informed and emotionally-focused therapeutic approaches to provide a safe space for clients to feel heard and understood. I also understand the unique gifts and challenges of being a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP).
So many of us live in a world of disconnection and isolation, which seems to only be getting worse day by day. Yet the core of who we are as humans is to lead fulfilling lives through healthy connections, purpose and meaning. My desire is to lead others towards finding their true value and sense of self, using that to positively impact others and the world around them. I use trauma-informed and emotionally-focused therapeutic approaches to provide a safe space for clients to feel heard and understood. I also understand the unique gifts and challenges of being a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP).
I believe the therapeutic process can be enlightening, challenging, at times uncomfortable, but ultimately transformative and healing. My hope for the relationship we co-create in this process as therapist and client is that you feel affirmed, cared for, safe, and valued. Through a holistic perspective that integrates the mind and body, I aim to empower my clients to identify with and realign with their values in order to achieve their goals and express their most authentic selves. I am passionate about helping individuals move past trauma so it no longer defines their present day experiences.
I believe the therapeutic process can be enlightening, challenging, at times uncomfortable, but ultimately transformative and healing. My hope for the relationship we co-create in this process as therapist and client is that you feel affirmed, cared for, safe, and valued. Through a holistic perspective that integrates the mind and body, I aim to empower my clients to identify with and realign with their values in order to achieve their goals and express their most authentic selves. I am passionate about helping individuals move past trauma so it no longer defines their present day experiences.
Are you feeling stressed, worried, or down? I work with people who feel stuck, weighed down, or emotionally on edge, often as a result of traumatic or upsetting life events. This can show up as a mind that won't quiet down, making sleep difficult and leaving emotions either overwhelming or numb. I help people find relief through understanding and reprocessing these experiences. My approach holds a balance between considering how you personally may contribute to the problems you face, while also recognizing how your environment and society at large may hinder your health and wellness.
Are you feeling stressed, worried, or down? I work with people who feel stuck, weighed down, or emotionally on edge, often as a result of traumatic or upsetting life events. This can show up as a mind that won't quiet down, making sleep difficult and leaving emotions either overwhelming or numb. I help people find relief through understanding and reprocessing these experiences. My approach holds a balance between considering how you personally may contribute to the problems you face, while also recognizing how your environment and society at large may hinder your health and wellness.
Do you feel like you've tried everything and you still feel STUCK? You've done the shadow work, the journaling, medication, positive thinking, the mindset shifts, and the daily affirmations but nothing seems to truly CHANGE? It can lead to resignation or hopelessness if left unchecked. I am a trauma-informed therapist. My approach is a combination of body-based attunement (because the body is where trauma is stored, not the mind), and I specialize in teaching you how to rewiring old patterns from childhood attachment wounds, and using neuroplasticity to create the life and peace you crave. You will never feel like just a number.
Do you feel like you've tried everything and you still feel STUCK? You've done the shadow work, the journaling, medication, positive thinking, the mindset shifts, and the daily affirmations but nothing seems to truly CHANGE? It can lead to resignation or hopelessness if left unchecked. I am a trauma-informed therapist. My approach is a combination of body-based attunement (because the body is where trauma is stored, not the mind), and I specialize in teaching you how to rewiring old patterns from childhood attachment wounds, and using neuroplasticity to create the life and peace you crave. You will never feel like just a number.
My clients are often thoughtful, self-aware people who have spent years trying to cope, push through, overthink, or care for everyone else first. Others come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or like life has simply become too much to carry alone. I will walk with you, and together we create space to explore the deeper patterns underneath anxiety, self-doubt, and overwhelm while building a more grounded and authentic way of living. I work with adults who want more than symptom management alone — many are longing to feel more connected to themselves, their relationships, and the life they're living.
My clients are often thoughtful, self-aware people who have spent years trying to cope, push through, overthink, or care for everyone else first. Others come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or like life has simply become too much to carry alone. I will walk with you, and together we create space to explore the deeper patterns underneath anxiety, self-doubt, and overwhelm while building a more grounded and authentic way of living. I work with adults who want more than symptom management alone — many are longing to feel more connected to themselves, their relationships, and the life they're living.
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Attachment-based Therapists
Is attachment-based therapy the same as attachment therapy?
Attachment-based therapy may be confused with what is called “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy”), a discredited and dangerous approach to treating children with attachment disorders, autism, or other mental health concerns. Attachment therapy—not attachment-based therapy—may involve restraining a child, forcing eye contact, and other coercive or abusive techniques. None of these practices are used in attachment-based therapy and the two modalities are in no way related.
What should I expect from attachment-based therapy?
Attachment-based therapy is based on attachment theory, which posits that children’s early relationships with their caregivers strongly influence their ability to navigate the world later in life. Thus, adults who seek attachment-based therapy should expect to deeply explore their childhood, identifying the dynamics or experiences that disrupted their attachment and the steps necessary to overcome challenges that arose as a result. Parents and children should expect to explore the possible factors that disrupted the parent-child relationship and work toward restoring trust and connection.
How long does attachment-based therapy last?
Certain forms of attachment-based therapy, especially those designed for parents and children, last for a set number of sessions; for example, Attachment and Biobehavioral Catch-Up, a specific attachment-based approach for young children who have undergone early adversity, unfolds over 10 one-hour sessions. When attachment-based therapy is practiced on adults or combined with other modalities, it may not last a specific length of time; clients may wish to ask prospective therapists how long they expect treatment to take.
Does attachment-based therapy work?
Most of the research on attachment-based therapy focuses on children and adolescents. Some of this research shows a positive effect, especially for attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Other studies, however, have found that attachment-based therapy is no more effective than other approaches to childhood depression, anxiety, or suicidality. Less is known about the therapy’s efficacy on adult populations.