Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapists in Denver, CO
Higher Sights Counseling (Book Instantly)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80227
Now accepting new clients with immediate openings! At Higher Sights Counseling we understand that being stuck and feeling like everything you have tried has left you hopeless is one of the most painful experiences. We help our clients feel empowered by helping them to see their own strengths and by teaching them new research-based tools to help focus and guide them for lasting change. We believe that therapy is a starting point to healing and changing patterns that have not been working. We work to help each unique client develop a new way to feel confident in approaching life matter what comes their way. A better life starts today.
Now accepting new clients with immediate openings! At Higher Sights Counseling we understand that being stuck and feeling like everything you have tried has left you hopeless is one of the most painful experiences. We help our clients feel empowered by helping them to see their own strengths and by teaching them new research-based tools to help focus and guide them for lasting change. We believe that therapy is a starting point to healing and changing patterns that have not been working. We work to help each unique client develop a new way to feel confident in approaching life matter what comes their way. A better life starts today.
Schedule instantly through my website link in my profile! Hunter Emmons is the owner of Embodied Roots Therapy, LLC. Are you feeling disconnected from yourself, your relationships, or the life you thought you'd be living? Whether you're navigating a major life transition, a painful loss, or the lingering effects of trauma, you don't have to do it alone. I work with adults who are seeking to reconnect with their true selves and move toward a greater sense of clarity and emotional presence.
Schedule instantly through my website link in my profile! Hunter Emmons is the owner of Embodied Roots Therapy, LLC. Are you feeling disconnected from yourself, your relationships, or the life you thought you'd be living? Whether you're navigating a major life transition, a painful loss, or the lingering effects of trauma, you don't have to do it alone. I work with adults who are seeking to reconnect with their true selves and move toward a greater sense of clarity and emotional presence.
I am currently an Intern Therapist who specializes in Multicultural Counseling, CBT, Internal Family Systems, and Brief / Solution Focused Therapy.
My ideal clients are ones who feel exhausted with life and need comfort. I strive to create a partnership with my clients. I hope to work with BIPOC and disabled communities. I want to uplift these communities and give them space to breathe.
I am currently an Intern Therapist who specializes in Multicultural Counseling, CBT, Internal Family Systems, and Brief / Solution Focused Therapy.
My ideal clients are ones who feel exhausted with life and need comfort. I strive to create a partnership with my clients. I hope to work with BIPOC and disabled communities. I want to uplift these communities and give them space to breathe.
The types of methodologies or modalities I use in my practice are mainly CBT and REBT, as well as IFS, sensorimotor psychotherapy, mindfulness, solution focused therapy, and EMDR.
How many times have you told yourself, 'this year it will be different' abut you might find yourself in the same loop of unhappiness and low motivation to change anything. You give and give, trying to make everyone happy around you, and it sometimes works and sometimes not. Now you feel drained, exhausted and a big depressing feeling has settled in your chest, making it hard to breathe. There is a way out! Whatever coping mechanism you have tried has not worked, and it might have become a problem of its own (Substance Use). It is time to try something different! It is time to give yourself a chance on happiness!
The types of methodologies or modalities I use in my practice are mainly CBT and REBT, as well as IFS, sensorimotor psychotherapy, mindfulness, solution focused therapy, and EMDR.
How many times have you told yourself, 'this year it will be different' abut you might find yourself in the same loop of unhappiness and low motivation to change anything. You give and give, trying to make everyone happy around you, and it sometimes works and sometimes not. Now you feel drained, exhausted and a big depressing feeling has settled in your chest, making it hard to breathe. There is a way out! Whatever coping mechanism you have tried has not worked, and it might have become a problem of its own (Substance Use). It is time to try something different! It is time to give yourself a chance on happiness!
Using evidence-based therapy combined with IFS, we will support the natural tendency of the brain and body towards healing when given the right environment.
Struggling with self-doubt, low confidence, and dating patterns that leave you questioning yourself and your relationships can feel exhausting. Especially when it starts affecting your ability to trust your decisions, show up authentically in relationships, or feel secure in who you are. Maybe you find yourself wondering if you're enough, wondering if your relationships—and your relationship with yourself—could feel different? It is common to feel overwhelmed by dating, self-worth, and finding your place. There is hope to begin to create the life you want to live- one aligned with your values where you can be loved for who you are.
Using evidence-based therapy combined with IFS, we will support the natural tendency of the brain and body towards healing when given the right environment.
Struggling with self-doubt, low confidence, and dating patterns that leave you questioning yourself and your relationships can feel exhausting. Especially when it starts affecting your ability to trust your decisions, show up authentically in relationships, or feel secure in who you are. Maybe you find yourself wondering if you're enough, wondering if your relationships—and your relationship with yourself—could feel different? It is common to feel overwhelmed by dating, self-worth, and finding your place. There is hope to begin to create the life you want to live- one aligned with your values where you can be loved for who you are.
With specialized training in EMDR, Internal Family Systems ( IFS), and Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP), we will work together to cultivate self love and self-compassion.
Welcome! I’m truly glad you’re here. As a therapist committed to partnering with both couples and individuals, my passion is guiding you through relational challenges, trauma, communication difficulties, anxiety, and attachment wounds. Together, we will embark on a compassionate journey of self-exploration—delving deep into your inner world to uncover the experiences that have shaped your unique story. My mission is to collaborate with you in processing and healing longstanding patterns, empowering you to move beyond what holds you back and embrace growth, connection, and resilience!
With specialized training in EMDR, Internal Family Systems ( IFS), and Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP), we will work together to cultivate self love and self-compassion.
Welcome! I’m truly glad you’re here. As a therapist committed to partnering with both couples and individuals, my passion is guiding you through relational challenges, trauma, communication difficulties, anxiety, and attachment wounds. Together, we will embark on a compassionate journey of self-exploration—delving deep into your inner world to uncover the experiences that have shaped your unique story. My mission is to collaborate with you in processing and healing longstanding patterns, empowering you to move beyond what holds you back and embrace growth, connection, and resilience!
Hello, I'm Kelly. My intention is to assist you in discovering a deeper exploration of yourself and new ways of thinking in order to enhance your daily life and allow for a more fulfilling experience while on this planet. Let's discuss where you're currently in your life, as well as where you would like to be. Together we will work towards determining your individual values, motivations, healing past wounds, and creating a plan of action to get you moving ahead and onto your new path. May peace, love, and light be with you on your journey.
I hold a Master of Social Work (MSW) and am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).
Hello, I'm Kelly. My intention is to assist you in discovering a deeper exploration of yourself and new ways of thinking in order to enhance your daily life and allow for a more fulfilling experience while on this planet. Let's discuss where you're currently in your life, as well as where you would like to be. Together we will work towards determining your individual values, motivations, healing past wounds, and creating a plan of action to get you moving ahead and onto your new path. May peace, love, and light be with you on your journey.
I hold a Master of Social Work (MSW) and am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).
I integrate parts work (Internal Family Systems) with relational therapy to help clients understand not only why patterns exist, but how they live in the body and nervous system.
I work with couples, young adults, adults, and older adults, who are navigating high-functioning anxiety, chronic pain, trauma, grief, relationship distress, inter generational-trauma, and major life transitions. I work with individuals and couples who feel stuck in patterns that haven’t shifted despite years of insight or traditional therapy. Many of the people I work with are thoughtful and self-aware but continue to find themselves caught in cycles of anxiety, disconnection, or relationship conflict.
I integrate parts work (Internal Family Systems) with relational therapy to help clients understand not only why patterns exist, but how they live in the body and nervous system.
I work with couples, young adults, adults, and older adults, who are navigating high-functioning anxiety, chronic pain, trauma, grief, relationship distress, inter generational-trauma, and major life transitions. I work with individuals and couples who feel stuck in patterns that haven’t shifted despite years of insight or traditional therapy. Many of the people I work with are thoughtful and self-aware but continue to find themselves caught in cycles of anxiety, disconnection, or relationship conflict.
My therapeutic approach integrates EMDR, CBT, DBT and somatic interventions, with an emphasis on attachment and family systems
Therapy has meaningful change when clients feel genuinely seen and supported while also being challenged toward growth and insight. My approach to therapy is direct, compassionate, and grounded in curiosity. I work collaboratively with my clients to identify and explore underlying issues that contribute to their triggers and symptoms, fostering insight and emotional growth. As a trauma informed therapist, I recognize how past experiences can shape emotions, relationships, and patterns of coping. I strive to create a space where clients feel supported, empowered, and understood.
My therapeutic approach integrates EMDR, CBT, DBT and somatic interventions, with an emphasis on attachment and family systems
Therapy has meaningful change when clients feel genuinely seen and supported while also being challenged toward growth and insight. My approach to therapy is direct, compassionate, and grounded in curiosity. I work collaboratively with my clients to identify and explore underlying issues that contribute to their triggers and symptoms, fostering insight and emotional growth. As a trauma informed therapist, I recognize how past experiences can shape emotions, relationships, and patterns of coping. I strive to create a space where clients feel supported, empowered, and understood.
I offer integrative medication management with a trauma-informed, whole-person approach. We begin with a thorough evaluation, then build a personalized plan — medication optimization, lifestyle strategies, mindfulness, and psychotherapy-informed support.
My ideal clients are adults with mild to moderate symptoms. Most of my clients are navigating LGBTQ+ identity, religious trauma, faith transitions, anxiety, ADHD or burnout. They're often highly self-aware but exhausted, and ready for a provider who truly listens.
I offer integrative medication management with a trauma-informed, whole-person approach. We begin with a thorough evaluation, then build a personalized plan — medication optimization, lifestyle strategies, mindfulness, and psychotherapy-informed support.
My ideal clients are adults with mild to moderate symptoms. Most of my clients are navigating LGBTQ+ identity, religious trauma, faith transitions, anxiety, ADHD or burnout. They're often highly self-aware but exhausted, and ready for a provider who truly listens.
My Masters degree is in somatic counseling, and I blend this foundation with several compatible modalities: IFS, Attachment Theory, Polyvagal Theory, and Authentic Movement.
An authentic sense of connection within our close relationships, our communities, and to what gives our lives meaning is vital. As a somatic therapist, I work with clients to rebuild that sense of connection first by relating to our own bodies. I support clients in accessing mind-body coherence through nervous system regulation, embodied awareness, and the gentle navigation of how trauma lives in the body. I work with individuals of all identities, with a focus on queer and femme folks, and always bring a social justice lens to help clients reclaim agency, feel more at home in their bodies, and show up more fully in their lives.
My Masters degree is in somatic counseling, and I blend this foundation with several compatible modalities: IFS, Attachment Theory, Polyvagal Theory, and Authentic Movement.
An authentic sense of connection within our close relationships, our communities, and to what gives our lives meaning is vital. As a somatic therapist, I work with clients to rebuild that sense of connection first by relating to our own bodies. I support clients in accessing mind-body coherence through nervous system regulation, embodied awareness, and the gentle navigation of how trauma lives in the body. I work with individuals of all identities, with a focus on queer and femme folks, and always bring a social justice lens to help clients reclaim agency, feel more at home in their bodies, and show up more fully in their lives.
If you are ready to learn to trust your voice, trust your body, trust your whole self, I can help you. Whether you are looking to get unstuck from depression, anxiety, disordered eating or other issues, coming back to yourself will be a part of the process. Together we will process past hurts, cultivate connection, attune to your healing, and guide you to live to your fullest potential. This work is real, deep, and rewarding. If you're ready for a shift and ready to live out of self trust and receptivity - I'm ready to work with you to make that happen. I offer teletherapy so that you can do this work from the comfort of home.
If you are ready to learn to trust your voice, trust your body, trust your whole self, I can help you. Whether you are looking to get unstuck from depression, anxiety, disordered eating or other issues, coming back to yourself will be a part of the process. Together we will process past hurts, cultivate connection, attune to your healing, and guide you to live to your fullest potential. This work is real, deep, and rewarding. If you're ready for a shift and ready to live out of self trust and receptivity - I'm ready to work with you to make that happen. I offer teletherapy so that you can do this work from the comfort of home.
I work with individuals who are high-functioning on the outside yet feel anxious, chronically stressed, emotionally exhausted, or disconnected on the inside. Clients I work with typically struggle with anxiety, trauma, burnout or a persistent sense that something isn't quite right, even when it feels like they are doing all of the right things. I offer sessions that go beyond talking, so you can support your nervous system on a deeper level to make meaningful, lasting change. If you are feeling overwhelmed or have found that you have hit a wall with talk therapy, this may be a space where you begin to make movement again.
I work with individuals who are high-functioning on the outside yet feel anxious, chronically stressed, emotionally exhausted, or disconnected on the inside. Clients I work with typically struggle with anxiety, trauma, burnout or a persistent sense that something isn't quite right, even when it feels like they are doing all of the right things. I offer sessions that go beyond talking, so you can support your nervous system on a deeper level to make meaningful, lasting change. If you are feeling overwhelmed or have found that you have hit a wall with talk therapy, this may be a space where you begin to make movement again.
Sonya Bao Tran Nguyen
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MA, LPCC, 500 YTT, Pilates, AAT
Denver, CO 80206
I’m an integrative somatic liberation therapist dedicated to healing in historic, inflammatory times. As a neuroqueer brain injury survivor and child of Vietnamese refugees, my background of global contexts inform my understanding of complex trauma and its impacts to communities across generations. When harmful experiences persist, they create deep emotional pain. It can feel like death by a thousand cuts from waking up to palpable anxiety, fear, confusion, pain, depression, terror and devastating crises. Therapy needs to go beyond merely coping with trauma; it should help us heal. We can expand into the wholeness of our humanity.
I’m an integrative somatic liberation therapist dedicated to healing in historic, inflammatory times. As a neuroqueer brain injury survivor and child of Vietnamese refugees, my background of global contexts inform my understanding of complex trauma and its impacts to communities across generations. When harmful experiences persist, they create deep emotional pain. It can feel like death by a thousand cuts from waking up to palpable anxiety, fear, confusion, pain, depression, terror and devastating crises. Therapy needs to go beyond merely coping with trauma; it should help us heal. We can expand into the wholeness of our humanity.
I integrates interdisciplinary strategies such as Somatic Abolitionism, Polyvagal Theory, EMDR, IFS, ERP, ACT, and mindfulness-based therapies.
As a queer, multicultural therapist, yoga instructor living with chronic illness, I believe by incorporating movement, music, and art into our sessions is essential. While the path to healing can be difficult, engaging these elements we invite creativity and connection, helping us empathize with and honor the parts of ourselves that need extra love.
I integrates interdisciplinary strategies such as Somatic Abolitionism, Polyvagal Theory, EMDR, IFS, ERP, ACT, and mindfulness-based therapies.
As a queer, multicultural therapist, yoga instructor living with chronic illness, I believe by incorporating movement, music, and art into our sessions is essential. While the path to healing can be difficult, engaging these elements we invite creativity and connection, helping us empathize with and honor the parts of ourselves that need extra love.
I utilize creative modalities such as storytelling, somatic work, dreamwork, grief work, and parts work (Internal Family Systems).
My approach aims to enhance self-understanding and foster self-acceptance. Together we can explore and uncover internal conflicts and fears that may be keeping you from fully embracing your truest self. As we engage in this transformative process, you can cultivate the inner harmony necessary for wholeness.
I utilize creative modalities such as storytelling, somatic work, dreamwork, grief work, and parts work (Internal Family Systems).
My approach aims to enhance self-understanding and foster self-acceptance. Together we can explore and uncover internal conflicts and fears that may be keeping you from fully embracing your truest self. As we engage in this transformative process, you can cultivate the inner harmony necessary for wholeness.
Most of the men I work with feel basically functional; holding it together at work, in relationships, and in life. But something's quietly wrong. There's a low-grade sense of going through the motions, a hollowness they can't explain, or a story they've been living that no longer fits. They're not in crisis. They're just stuck, and they've been stuck long enough to know that willpower and self-help aren't going to cut it. I work with men dealing with depression, trauma, and identity confusion, specifically the kind that's hard to name and harder to talk about. Together, we go to the root of what's driving it to get you unstuck.
Most of the men I work with feel basically functional; holding it together at work, in relationships, and in life. But something's quietly wrong. There's a low-grade sense of going through the motions, a hollowness they can't explain, or a story they've been living that no longer fits. They're not in crisis. They're just stuck, and they've been stuck long enough to know that willpower and self-help aren't going to cut it. I work with men dealing with depression, trauma, and identity confusion, specifically the kind that's hard to name and harder to talk about. Together, we go to the root of what's driving it to get you unstuck.
Some of the specialties provided by our providers are rooted in polyvagal theory, somatic and mindfulness work, as well as IFS, EMDR, Art therapy, Perinatal/ Postpartum care, ERP (for OCD), ACT, DBT and CBT informed practices.
Guided Grounds Collective was founded on 15 years of experience, supporting folks with neurodivergence and co-occurring life experiences. This may look like someone with an adult or existing diagnosis of Autism and/or ADHD, as well as experiences such as anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD or queer and marginalized identities. We work with adolescents as well as adults, where virtual sessions feel supportive. While Guided Grounds Collective works to provide well rounded community mental health supports, our primary areas of focus are on the wide range of experiences of neurodivergence amongst women and FAAB folks.
Some of the specialties provided by our providers are rooted in polyvagal theory, somatic and mindfulness work, as well as IFS, EMDR, Art therapy, Perinatal/ Postpartum care, ERP (for OCD), ACT, DBT and CBT informed practices.
Guided Grounds Collective was founded on 15 years of experience, supporting folks with neurodivergence and co-occurring life experiences. This may look like someone with an adult or existing diagnosis of Autism and/or ADHD, as well as experiences such as anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD or queer and marginalized identities. We work with adolescents as well as adults, where virtual sessions feel supportive. While Guided Grounds Collective works to provide well rounded community mental health supports, our primary areas of focus are on the wide range of experiences of neurodivergence amongst women and FAAB folks.
Finding a therapist can feel overwhelming, and finding the right fit isn’t always easy. You may be searching for someone who is available as soon as next-day, takes your insurance or Medicaid, and truly understands your identity, values, and experiences. We’re here to make the search feel simple and supportive.
Free Yourself is a team of therapists with a diverse range of backgrounds, modalities, and specialties. Whether you prefer in-person care or online sessions, we make it easy to get started. You can browse therapists, get matched, and schedule with the therapist who feels like the best fit, all right from our website.
Finding a therapist can feel overwhelming, and finding the right fit isn’t always easy. You may be searching for someone who is available as soon as next-day, takes your insurance or Medicaid, and truly understands your identity, values, and experiences. We’re here to make the search feel simple and supportive.
Free Yourself is a team of therapists with a diverse range of backgrounds, modalities, and specialties. Whether you prefer in-person care or online sessions, we make it easy to get started. You can browse therapists, get matched, and schedule with the therapist who feels like the best fit, all right from our website.
Have you ever felt like you don’t fit into the boxes you’ve been given or struggled to find your place in the world? Growing up, I always knew I was knew I was different from the people around me, but didn’t know where to turn to find answers about my identity or where I belonged. As a counselor, I work with people who have had similar experiences of discomfort in their relationships, families, and communities. Together, we will explore your experiences and their impact, helping you understand and integrate all the parts of who you are. If you’re seeking clarity and a sense of belonging, I’m here to support you on your journey.
Have you ever felt like you don’t fit into the boxes you’ve been given or struggled to find your place in the world? Growing up, I always knew I was knew I was different from the people around me, but didn’t know where to turn to find answers about my identity or where I belonged. As a counselor, I work with people who have had similar experiences of discomfort in their relationships, families, and communities. Together, we will explore your experiences and their impact, helping you understand and integrate all the parts of who you are. If you’re seeking clarity and a sense of belonging, I’m here to support you on your journey.
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Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapists
What is Internal Family Systems therapy?
Internal Family Systems (IFS) is a type of talk therapy that focuses on sub-personalities, or “families,” within a person, which may be made up of wounded parts and unpleasant emotions like anger and shame. These sub-personalities can come into conflict with each other and with an individual’s core Self, leaving the person feeling detached from positive traits such as the “8 C’s” of confidence, calmness, creativity, clarity, curiosity, courage, compassion, and connectedness. By healing a patient’s wounded parts, a therapist aims to restore balance and bring on positive change.
How does Internal Family Systems therapy work?
An IFS therapist will work with a patient to identify their particular sub-personalities, recognize the emotions powering them, and release them. By doing so, the patient should become more able to address any underlying problems their sub-personalities may have been trying to protect them from. Ultimately, a patient discovers ways to manage internal and external conflicts on their own, through techniques such as relaxation exercises, journaling, and making charts depicting the relationships between their core Self and their distinct parts.
Does Internal Family Systems therapy work?
IFS therapy has been shown to help people address conditions such as depression, anxiety, panic, fears and phobias, trauma, and substance use disorders. Some research has also found that it can help individuals deal with symptoms of physical health conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, such as pain, everyday functioning, depressive feelings, and low self-compassion. There are some conditions for which IFS treatment, specifically discussions of one’s “parts,” may be less appropriate, such as schizophrenia or other states that involve psychosis or paranoia.
How long does Internal Family Systems therapy take?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for IFS therapy. After becoming comfortable with a therapist and the core concepts of IFS, some patients quickly make progress. While experiences vary, most will find that it is a relatively longer-term therapy, involving months and sometimes years of sessions.