Couples Counseling Therapists in Denver, CO

I provide psychotherapy for individuals with various difficulties in living, using techniques that are supported by evidence. Psychotherapy can help build your coping skills for now and for your future. In addition to working with diverse individuals from across the lifespan, my work focuses on those with chronic medical conditions. I work best with individuals who are looking to develop or refine coping skills and relaxation techniques as well as those who are looking to develop insight into their difficulties.

Our lives have gotten really complicated and busy. Sometimes we are put into situations that we just don't have enough information to handle well. There is no manual for being human. There is no one right way of doing things. Coming to therapy is simply seeking feedback, support, and a different perspective from someone who is educated and trained on human behavior and relationships and who can help you find the answers and strategies to live bravely through life's struggles. I see clients from the ages of 5 and up. I work with children, adolescents, teens, and adults. I see individuals and couples .

My clients, whether individuals or couples , seek counseling when, after much thoughtful consideration, they are unable to get clarity on the nature of there problem or problems and/or have been unable to find reasonable resolutions that allow them to move forward in their relationships and their lives.My clients tell me that they appreciate my ability, thru the counseling process, to frame their problems in a way that gives them greater clarity on how to proceed and/or different perspectives leading to alternative solutions that open up greater opportunities to a more fulfilling , creative and satisfying life.

Asking for help is one of the scariest, and therefore most courageous things you can do. Together, we will explore all the elements of who you are and discover your inner strength, wisdom, and clarity. I am a relationship driven therapist who uses a blend of modalities including AEDP, mindfulness, IFS, and narrative therapy. Whether your goals are to improve your relationship with yourself and others, live a life that is more full of meaning and joy, or to heal from grief and loss, I create an authentic space to support and challenge you in this process.

If your relationship has become distant and disconnected, full of difficult conflict, or you just feel 'stuck' in unhealthy patterns, I want to encourage you - there IS a path forward. Sometimes, because of all the conflict and hurt feelings, we can get to a place where we don't feel safe asking for what we need in our relationship , or maybe we don’t even know what we need ourselves. But change and growth are possible and I would be honored to be a part of your journey towards healing and connection.

If you are ready to rekindle the fire between you and your partner , or... If you are ready to whittle the last chips of wood to reveal the masterpiece of you, then you are in the right place. The relationship between client and therapist is important. I work to meet clients where they are, paying special attention to creativity and positive human potential. I seek to uncover and establish an empathic, trusting, and comprehensive relationship with each of my clients providing the context for understanding the challenges and difficulties that brings them into therapy.

Are you feeling stuck, anxious, or overall a lack of life satisfaction? You are not alone. As a therapist, I encourage my clients to discover their own wholeness. I guide adolescents, young adults, adults, parents, and couples in achieving their fullest potential that already exists within themselves. One of the main goals of therapy is to go from “talking” about what you are struggling with to “feeling and moving through” in order to get to a better way of living and being. You already have the skills you need to be whole; let’s discover them together.

Hi there! Are you tired of feeling stuck in your relationship , unsure of how to break the cycle of negative patterns and communication breakdowns? It's time to stop dreaming of a better relationship and start experiencing it for yourself. Welcome to Ray's Psychology Today page, where I, a couple and family therapist, offer expert guidance and practical tools to help you achieve relationship satisfaction. I have also designed a premarital program, fitted specifically for you and your partner , that will bring awareness to the strength and growth areas of your relationship .

Welcome! I believe every person has an intrinsic inner light and a lifelong capacity to evolve. Through therapy, I am passionate about helping you recognize and harness your unique gifts to create meaningful growth within yourself and your most important relationships. With curiosity, compassion, and gentle playfulness, we deepen awareness of habitual thoughts and behaviors that hold you back from your goals. Using these insights, we identify action steps that will allow you to live and relate with greater intention, confidence, and joy.

Rebecca is passionate about helping youth and adults find a safe space to realize their strengths and potential. She specializes in helping clients navigate through transitional times in their lives, encouraging their growth and increased independence and self-confidence. Rebecca has experience working with a diverse array of clients from all walks of life, and works to meet every client where they are at. She believes it is a privilege to work with her clients and values learning everyone’s unique story to understand their individual needs and goals for counseling. Clients of all ages, genders, races and beliefs are welcome.

"Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can."   -Arthur Ashe-   There is no perfect time to get started with therapy. If you feel ready, I am here to be with you in your journey no matter where it leads. I support adults and couples navigating interpersonal communication struggles, relationship dynamics and transitions, grief, anxiety, depression, isolation, life transitions, and identity exploration. We’ll work together to deepen your understanding of yourself and your relationships and heal past wounds to open the door to a more enlivened everyday experience.

Our clinical focus is a "hybrid" approach combining Dialectical and Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Relational/Experiential therapy, primarily for the adolescent and emerging adult, but also working with adults, families and couples . Our clients struggle with regulating emotions, distress tolerance, core emptiness (confusion about oneself), as well as interpersonal conflict with frequent emotional chaos. Our time-limited, solution-focused technique is often sought to augment a person's existing individual therapy. Our approach is also effective in treating depression, self-injury, anxiety - focusing on coping skills. We are comprised of 4 licensed clinicians offering both individual, couple and group therapy.

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".

"Play" has always been a place where I feel most alive, whether through physical activity, creativity, or connecting with others. Like so many people, the adventurous culture of Denver stole my heart. My favorite thing to do is play outdoors, preferably with my giant dog and the people I love. I believe that as humans we all crave that sense of playfulness and freedom. I am passionate about supporting others to find their own sense of play to create the life they want. In my practice, I primarily use a modality called Brainspotting. It is the most incredible thing I have ever had the privilege of sharing with my clients.

I focus my work on couples and therapy with adult individuals. I graduated from Stanford in 2002 and received my Masters in Counseling Psychology from John F. Kennedy University in 2007. I also have a post-masters certification in Marriage and Family Therapy from Denver Family Institute as well as training in a couples model of therapy called EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy). I am committed to intersectionality and creating safe spaces for marginalized identities. I have extensive experience working with childhood trauma, relationship wounds, and emotional distress. My therapy is inclusive, affirming, authentic and transformative.

People I work well with often experience prolonged feelings of sadness or anxiety and want to feel more satisfaction in their lives. They can have behaviors that they can’t seem to rationalize or are counter to their values and goals. My clients often seek help with relationship problems, intense feelings of anger, fear, or shame, traumatic histories, isolation tendencies, or technology issues. Clients with these concerns have found support during my sessions as we build an insight into their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors so that they can make informed and conscious decisions as they navigate life's stressors.

My ideal clients are everyday people in which something has surfaced in their lives, usually from the past, and now is the time for you to deal with it. This surface could be from past trauma, unforgiveness, or simply the need for change. Some struggle with low self-esteem, identity formation, or a lack of trust in establishing relationships. So, surround yourself with folks that fill your cup, and I will assist you in identifying aspects of your life that you would like to change, or better understand. We set goals, roll up our sleeves and work toward desired outcomes. Sessions are 1 hour (individual), or 1 hour/20 min. ( couples ).

If you feel stuck or alone in your experience or relationship , I will listen, learn, and truly be there with you. I am a white, Queer, and gender fluid trauma and relationship therapist and veteran that is passionate about celebrating, affirming, and supporting the 2SLGBTQ+ community. I believe that our relationship in therapy provides a unique, powerful setting to experience emotions, connect to the body, share and reauthor stories, and explore the path of healing within us and within our relationships.