Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Durango, CO

My role as a therapist is not independent, but a partnership. I am a collaborator and facilitate exploration as a means of helping to determine what best serves you and helping you to empower yourself to make desired changes. I understand that it can be awkward or stressful to make the call or take the step to talk to someone. I will do my best to help you feel safe and comfortable with me. Confidentiality is sacred. If you should find that I am not the therapist for you I will help you find someone who would be a better fit for your needs.

Whatever has happened to you, I want you to know that there is someone who can help you create new habits and relationships with yourself and loved ones. Whether you have trauma or other mental health concerns, I'm a person who can help you navigate wherever you might be on your journey through healing. I have experience working with adolescents and their families, young adults, and adults. Call or text me at (405) 664-7519 to speak with me.

I believe in creating a safe emotional space for healing and growth. I believe that growth and healing is within the client. I am here to help guide that growth through empowerment, various techniques and the bond that is established in the relationship. I believe that empathy, humor and honesty are essential to healing. Sometimes we feel blocked or held back in our life due to depression, trauma , relationship problems, limiting beliefs, or we just feel as though we are not achieving our full potential. I believe that not one technique works all the time and that a combination of various techniques is valuable.

KidStuff Child & Family Counseling, P.C. specializes in helping kids, families and adults navigate life's challenges and improve overall wellness. LifeStuff, HardStuff, AdultStuff: whatever your reasons for seeking therapy, our therapists will collaborate with you to create a therapeutic experience to meet your needs. Our therapists are open and welcoming while supporting clients through their healing process. If you have Medicaid health insurance, commercial insurance, or are looking for a reasonably affordable cash-pay option, we have options for in-office and telehealth services.

I offer clients a safe, supportive place to express their needs and listen with empathy and non-judgmental acceptance. I work collaboratively with clients on their journey toward self-discovery, positive change, and healing. I welcome individuals of all ages, including children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I have considerable experience in working with trauma , domestic violence, childhood abuse and neglect, depression, anxiety, parenting issues, co-parenting, reunification, suicide ideation, and low self-esteem.

Thank you for your interest in how I work. I derive a lot of meaning and personal satisfaction from helping people live with greater peace, joy, and fulfillment. I work with adults of all ages, including couples. I assist people in clearing away unnecessary negative layers that get in the way of living a more fulfilling and enjoyable life. A lot of my clients struggle with everyday problems that affect many of us, but I specifically treat depression, anxiety, grief, and trauma , using Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, and a variety of approaches to talk therapy.

Many clients are confused and unsure where to begin on their path for change. Unresolved trauma , grief, guilt, abuse, negative memories, abandonment, betrayal by friends or family can create low self-esteem, unregulated emotions, relational issues, self-isolation, fear of trusting others or being hurt, loneliness, self-harm, feeling burdened by self, suicide ideation, addictive behavior to mask pain, depression, anxiety, co-dependency. I have often helped clients gain self-compassion, love, respect, clarity and confidence with the understanding it takes time and patience. I offer a warm, accepting approach in a pleasing safe space.

You've heard of PTSD . You think you might have it. You don't know what to do about it. Your sleep is an issue because you have nightmares. Even when you don't have nightmares, you don't feel rested in the morning. You avoid pieces and parts of your life because you fear being triggered by past trauma . When the stress increases in your life, you notice higher anxiety and scarier thoughts. You want to let go of the abuse and trauma of the past. Maybe you've heard about EMDR, but you don't know where to start. When you're ready to deal with trauma , you want to start as soon as possible.

Feeling stuck with a life issue or feeling overwhelmed? You have taken the first step realizing you may need assistance, and you want your life to be better. I would like the opportunity to discuss with you how together we may help get you or your loved ones unstuck. The key to success with any psychotherapy is a good match between therapist and client. My approach is to walk side by side with my clients in a safe environment as we sort out the primary issues that may be causing stress, or care and concerns. Also eve appointments avalible.

Are you feeling stuck, anxious, unmotivated, or an overall lack of life satisfaction? You are not alone. In therapy, I encourage you to uncover your wholeness through the experience of safety and connection. I support individuals, couples and families in discovering their fullest potential so they can pursue a life worth living, as defined by them. I aim to support you in moving from “talking” about your struggles to an ability to feel and move through them. I guide you towards radical acceptance, so you can harmonize and the heal the stories of yourself and your experiences.

I work with adults and adolescents on concerns of PTSD , anxiety/depression, relational intimacy, men's issues, gender/sexual identity, and chronic illness/pain. I can also sometimes assist with navigating the often confusing crossroads of differing cultural worldviews, having extensive experience working with Native Americans as well as Pacific Rim and Latin American immigrants. Beyond theory and approach, our therapeutic relationship and personality fit are extremely important parts of your counseling experience. I am guided by the approach you find meaningful and helpful, believing you possess strengths and potential to be fulfilled in moving through your concerns.

As a PsyPact provider I am approved to provide teletherapy in 32 participating states. I also see clients in person in my Durango practice. I am a recongnized expert in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), an evidence-based, cutting- edge therapy shown to be effective for a wide range of difficulties. Whether you are dealing with stress and anxiety, a significant loss or trauma , depression, relationship issues, or just wanting to continue to grow and learn, I can help you create a life full of vitality and meaning.

Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, bored, crazy? Don't get discouraged. You are not alone. The first step in change is accepting something is not working in your life. This can be a challenging awareness. Let me help you explore what is in the way of you living your best life. I create a solution focused, mindfulness based, caring space for clients to explore these issues. I utilize evidence-based techniques. If you are interested in exploring these issues, please contact me for a free phone consultation. I am also now seeing clients virtually.

My ideal client is frustrated, angry, in despair. Life hasn’t worked out the way it was supposed to. (S)he lost herself somewhere long ago, left herself behind. Relationships are hard; those recurring patterns and reactive behavior keep interfering with connection, and self-esteem, and contentment, and vitality, and... A malaise has settled, along with a darkness. This inevitably leads to anxiety, depression, isolation, addiction, and despair. My clients know there must be more. But, where to begin? How to start?

If you are ready for real change in your life and are tired of being stuck in the same routine, same fears, or same unhelpful thought patterns, then we will work very well together. Many of the clients who see me for therapy have experienced excessive worry and hyper-vigilance, racial trauma , hopelessness, suffered from the aftereffects of a traumatic event, or have had difficulty connecting in relationships with others. I love working with women who are currently experiencing the wild changes and challenges of motherhood, particularly helping women find their selfhood during the pre and postpartum journey.

My role in your therapy is to act as a guide toward discovering and developing resources to manage the complex issues occurring in our lives. We will uncover strengths and develop skills for you to decrease discomfort and disturbances from trauma , grief, physical and sexual assault, anxiety, depression, disordered mood and thoughts, pain, headache and migraine. I will provide a space for compassion and empowerment to navigate a different path.