Secular and Non-Religious Therapists in Edgewater, CO
You’re someone who shows up for everyone else; your partner, your kids, your family, but still find yourself feeling disconnected in your relationships with others and yourself. Maybe you are overwhelmed by the mental load, exhausted, unseen, or stuck in patterns that leave you questioning yourself and how things got here and unsure how to move foward. Part of you may wonder if there is any hope for change. But another part is ready for something different, ready to feel more connected and understood, to feel grounded, supported, and confident in your life and relationships. I want to help you get there.
You’re someone who shows up for everyone else; your partner, your kids, your family, but still find yourself feeling disconnected in your relationships with others and yourself. Maybe you are overwhelmed by the mental load, exhausted, unseen, or stuck in patterns that leave you questioning yourself and how things got here and unsure how to move foward. Part of you may wonder if there is any hope for change. But another part is ready for something different, ready to feel more connected and understood, to feel grounded, supported, and confident in your life and relationships. I want to help you get there.
I'm passionate about empowering folx to increase their self-awareness and cultivate a more authentic, embodied way of living. I specialize in Spirituality (i.e. pagan, witchcraft), Near-death experiences, Grief & Loss, Chronic or terminal illness, Existential concerns, Meaning & purpose, Mindfulness & presence, Women's issues (e.g. infertility), Caregiver challenges, Major life transitions, Intersectionality & Identity exploration, LGBTQ+, Gender, and Sexuality exploration (affirming), First generation child/teen/adult of immigrants or refugees, Anxiety, Trauma, Depression, Attachment, Stress & burnout.
I'm passionate about empowering folx to increase their self-awareness and cultivate a more authentic, embodied way of living. I specialize in Spirituality (i.e. pagan, witchcraft), Near-death experiences, Grief & Loss, Chronic or terminal illness, Existential concerns, Meaning & purpose, Mindfulness & presence, Women's issues (e.g. infertility), Caregiver challenges, Major life transitions, Intersectionality & Identity exploration, LGBTQ+, Gender, and Sexuality exploration (affirming), First generation child/teen/adult of immigrants or refugees, Anxiety, Trauma, Depression, Attachment, Stress & burnout.
It’s easy to feel stuck. Maybe you can’t shake certain thoughts or feelings. Maybe you’re constantly feeling down, worried, or fearful. As your therapist, I’m here to partner with you. You know a lot more about yourself than you give yourself credit for, and I want to help you focus on your strengths and provide tangible tools to help you reach your goals. When you work with me, you’re stepping into an environment where you can be your true, authentic self and feel affirmed, cared for, and valued.
It’s easy to feel stuck. Maybe you can’t shake certain thoughts or feelings. Maybe you’re constantly feeling down, worried, or fearful. As your therapist, I’m here to partner with you. You know a lot more about yourself than you give yourself credit for, and I want to help you focus on your strengths and provide tangible tools to help you reach your goals. When you work with me, you’re stepping into an environment where you can be your true, authentic self and feel affirmed, cared for, and valued.
I work with individuals, couples and relationships (i.e. non-monogamous, families, etc.), to help people cultivate the lives and relationships they long for by welcoming the body's experience into the room. So often, our bodies are dismissed or seen as an inconvenience. In working with me, clients learn to speak the language of their body and build a more trusting, loving relationship with themselves and those close to them. Whatever it is that brings you into my office, I trust your innate capacity to heal and would be honored to be a part of your healing journey.
I work with individuals, couples and relationships (i.e. non-monogamous, families, etc.), to help people cultivate the lives and relationships they long for by welcoming the body's experience into the room. So often, our bodies are dismissed or seen as an inconvenience. In working with me, clients learn to speak the language of their body and build a more trusting, loving relationship with themselves and those close to them. Whatever it is that brings you into my office, I trust your innate capacity to heal and would be honored to be a part of your healing journey.
If you are navigating midlife, later life, or end-of-life, I am here to support you in finding meaning, calm, & vitality. Women, are you drowning in the long list of perimenopause symptoms you had no idea about? If you had the maelstrom under control, what would this chapter of you look like? Could it actually be the sacred initiation and time of deconditioning and expansion it was meant to be?
Are you grieving & feel alone? Or are you ready to gently, bravely dive in to heal emotional & behavioral patterns w/ supported psychedelic medicine work, creative arts therapy, or mind-body therapy w/ a seasoned, nurturing therapist?
If you are navigating midlife, later life, or end-of-life, I am here to support you in finding meaning, calm, & vitality. Women, are you drowning in the long list of perimenopause symptoms you had no idea about? If you had the maelstrom under control, what would this chapter of you look like? Could it actually be the sacred initiation and time of deconditioning and expansion it was meant to be?
Are you grieving & feel alone? Or are you ready to gently, bravely dive in to heal emotional & behavioral patterns w/ supported psychedelic medicine work, creative arts therapy, or mind-body therapy w/ a seasoned, nurturing therapist?
Are you feeling anxious, exhausted, or unlike yourself? My work with my clients is through unconditional positive regard, warmth, gentle confrontation, and appropriate humor. Together, we will create a healthier internal dialogue for you to both listen to and trust yourself. I believe your emotions act as a compass, guiding you to turn your truth into action. As a result of our work together, you will assertively set boundaries that feel in alignment with both your values and your needs and you will feel more empowered in yourself and in your life. Therapy session options: in office, walk and talk (in Denver's parks), or virtual.
Are you feeling anxious, exhausted, or unlike yourself? My work with my clients is through unconditional positive regard, warmth, gentle confrontation, and appropriate humor. Together, we will create a healthier internal dialogue for you to both listen to and trust yourself. I believe your emotions act as a compass, guiding you to turn your truth into action. As a result of our work together, you will assertively set boundaries that feel in alignment with both your values and your needs and you will feel more empowered in yourself and in your life. Therapy session options: in office, walk and talk (in Denver's parks), or virtual.
You’re someone who has been relying on changing your body to change your life, overthinking every thought or feeling you have, fearing that if you don’t get in control that you will fall apart at any second. And even after all this time and effort, you still find yourself unable to find relief, feeling frustrated for not feeling different, despite trying everything. But you’re here because something has got to give. You’re ready to try something new to finally heal your relationship with yourself, your body, and food. Most importantly, you’re ready to find hope, lasting relief, and leave chaos behind. I want to help you get there.
You’re someone who has been relying on changing your body to change your life, overthinking every thought or feeling you have, fearing that if you don’t get in control that you will fall apart at any second. And even after all this time and effort, you still find yourself unable to find relief, feeling frustrated for not feeling different, despite trying everything. But you’re here because something has got to give. You’re ready to try something new to finally heal your relationship with yourself, your body, and food. Most importantly, you’re ready to find hope, lasting relief, and leave chaos behind. I want to help you get there.
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Do you often find yourself going back and forth about making a change in your head? Is part of you wanting to make that change, and part of you not feeling sure or quite ready yet? Maybe you're trying to get a deeper look at what's going on, but don't know how? This is all part of the change process, and you are probably further along than you realize! Sometimes, a new perspective and new tools can help us "get off the seesaw" and get closer to the life we want. I work to foster an inclusive space where my clients can be seen exactly as they are, without fear, so we can find the path forward together.
Do you often find yourself going back and forth about making a change in your head? Is part of you wanting to make that change, and part of you not feeling sure or quite ready yet? Maybe you're trying to get a deeper look at what's going on, but don't know how? This is all part of the change process, and you are probably further along than you realize! Sometimes, a new perspective and new tools can help us "get off the seesaw" and get closer to the life we want. I work to foster an inclusive space where my clients can be seen exactly as they are, without fear, so we can find the path forward together.
My name is Maury, and I specialize in trauma, anxiety, depression, addictions, and grief/loss.
My therapeutic style is collaborative, exploratory, and deeply existential. In our work together, we check morality at the door - right and wrong have no business in our work together. My goal is to help you reconnect with your inner world, help you to tell the truth (to yourself) about your deeply complicated life and rediscover meaning. In our sessions, we bring to light the deeper questions that quietly shape how you live. What happened to you? What matters to you? What gives your life purpose? What are you REALLY afraid of?
My name is Maury, and I specialize in trauma, anxiety, depression, addictions, and grief/loss.
My therapeutic style is collaborative, exploratory, and deeply existential. In our work together, we check morality at the door - right and wrong have no business in our work together. My goal is to help you reconnect with your inner world, help you to tell the truth (to yourself) about your deeply complicated life and rediscover meaning. In our sessions, we bring to light the deeper questions that quietly shape how you live. What happened to you? What matters to you? What gives your life purpose? What are you REALLY afraid of?
I love working with people who are curious about making change - whether it's healing, growing, learning, or exploring their identity and goals. My passions are resiliency, creativity, and connection. I want to help clients foster these traits and forge new paths forward. I help clients use their existing strengths to overcome obstacles and to help them learn about how our past experiences and beliefs manifest in our present bodies, minds, feelings, and behaviors. I also use art, music, and movement as therapeutic interventions to help the body process trauma and overwhelming stressful experiences. Specializing in Complex Trauma.
I love working with people who are curious about making change - whether it's healing, growing, learning, or exploring their identity and goals. My passions are resiliency, creativity, and connection. I want to help clients foster these traits and forge new paths forward. I help clients use their existing strengths to overcome obstacles and to help them learn about how our past experiences and beliefs manifest in our present bodies, minds, feelings, and behaviors. I also use art, music, and movement as therapeutic interventions to help the body process trauma and overwhelming stressful experiences. Specializing in Complex Trauma.
Do you ever feel like a contradiction? One day you're committed- the next you just can't even go there? Ever doubted WHO you really are? My most successful clients have already experienced typical counseling and talk therapy and want to go deeper. They've tried all the positive thinking, grounding, and thought interruption techniques and, quite frankly, want to find peace, calm, and happiness without working so hard to moderate their every move. I will guide you through a meditation-like session where you will deeply befriend the various parts of who you are currently pulling you in different directions. Lasting change w/ Self Trust
Do you ever feel like a contradiction? One day you're committed- the next you just can't even go there? Ever doubted WHO you really are? My most successful clients have already experienced typical counseling and talk therapy and want to go deeper. They've tried all the positive thinking, grounding, and thought interruption techniques and, quite frankly, want to find peace, calm, and happiness without working so hard to moderate their every move. I will guide you through a meditation-like session where you will deeply befriend the various parts of who you are currently pulling you in different directions. Lasting change w/ Self Trust
I see clients who are dealing with trauma, although it's not always obvious that past experiences are running the show. Many of my clients struggle with perfectionism, addiction, shame, boundaries, people-pleasing, self-worth, and feeling stuck. I am open and affirming of all identities and bodies, often working with communities I align with, such as queer, poly, ethical non-monogamy (ENM), and kink. I use a collaborative approach with lots of humor and raging against the machine (shame).
I see clients who are dealing with trauma, although it's not always obvious that past experiences are running the show. Many of my clients struggle with perfectionism, addiction, shame, boundaries, people-pleasing, self-worth, and feeling stuck. I am open and affirming of all identities and bodies, often working with communities I align with, such as queer, poly, ethical non-monogamy (ENM), and kink. I use a collaborative approach with lots of humor and raging against the machine (shame).
I focus on providing support that is individualized, neurodiversity affirming, attachment focused, and neurobiologically informed. My services are provided using a lens that takes into consideration your intersecting identities, inviting you to show up just as you are.
While I am available for traditional counseling, I currently focus on providing clients with a more personalized approach to treatment. I want to work with you to identify your needs and what you want to get out of counseling and then co-create a plan.
I focus on providing support that is individualized, neurodiversity affirming, attachment focused, and neurobiologically informed. My services are provided using a lens that takes into consideration your intersecting identities, inviting you to show up just as you are.
While I am available for traditional counseling, I currently focus on providing clients with a more personalized approach to treatment. I want to work with you to identify your needs and what you want to get out of counseling and then co-create a plan.
John M Bjerum
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LSCSW, LCAC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I individualize my approach to meet the needs and goals of each client. I have experience and am honored to work with individuals who are struggling with depression, anxiety, posttraumatic stress, self-injury, suicidal ideation, gender and sexuality issues, phase of life issues, religious trauma, transitional stress, phobias, addictions, and personality disorders. I have specific interest and expertise in treating and resolving complex childhood trauma and the related symptoms of dissociation, flashbacks, nightmares, and hypervigilance.
I individualize my approach to meet the needs and goals of each client. I have experience and am honored to work with individuals who are struggling with depression, anxiety, posttraumatic stress, self-injury, suicidal ideation, gender and sexuality issues, phase of life issues, religious trauma, transitional stress, phobias, addictions, and personality disorders. I have specific interest and expertise in treating and resolving complex childhood trauma and the related symptoms of dissociation, flashbacks, nightmares, and hypervigilance.
I'm an individual and family therapist, also a substance use disorder counselor. My education and 17 years' experience enables me to work with individuals as they recognize and manage the impact of their (or that of their loved ones) substance use on their world. Apart from SU issues, I also support clients navigating life transitions, recovering from loss, or experiencing conflicts within their network of interpersonal relationships. I especially enjoy working with individuals with difficulty managing moods (depression, anxiety, anger, etc.), developing and practicing a plan for positive change.
I'm an individual and family therapist, also a substance use disorder counselor. My education and 17 years' experience enables me to work with individuals as they recognize and manage the impact of their (or that of their loved ones) substance use on their world. Apart from SU issues, I also support clients navigating life transitions, recovering from loss, or experiencing conflicts within their network of interpersonal relationships. I especially enjoy working with individuals with difficulty managing moods (depression, anxiety, anger, etc.), developing and practicing a plan for positive change.
My ideal client is an older teen or young adult (16–35) navigating identity questions, anxiety, depression, trauma, attachment concerns, or relationship challenges. Many are moving through major life transitions, cultural or family expectations, or feeling stuck in repeating emotional patterns. Some are exploring ADHD or seeking clarity through ADHD evaluations. They want deeper self-understanding, emotional balance, and healthier, more meaningful relationships.
My ideal client is an older teen or young adult (16–35) navigating identity questions, anxiety, depression, trauma, attachment concerns, or relationship challenges. Many are moving through major life transitions, cultural or family expectations, or feeling stuck in repeating emotional patterns. Some are exploring ADHD or seeking clarity through ADHD evaluations. They want deeper self-understanding, emotional balance, and healthier, more meaningful relationships.
People don't come to therapy because they are crazy. It's because what they've learned to do isn't helping or it's making things worse. I have knowledge, skills, and training. You are an expert in you. We work as a team to identify and target key needs and make lasting changes starting in session one.
People don't come to therapy because they are crazy. It's because what they've learned to do isn't helping or it's making things worse. I have knowledge, skills, and training. You are an expert in you. We work as a team to identify and target key needs and make lasting changes starting in session one.
I implement effective psychotherapy methods to instill self-understanding and implementation of new attitudes and feelings towards life situations. It is essential to keep in mind that therapy is not a magic pill or a quick fix: therapy is a healing process that necessitates participation and investment from the client and the therapist. Health and wellness are a journey, not a destination, and I ask that you allow me to walk alongside you as you reach for your personal summit.
I implement effective psychotherapy methods to instill self-understanding and implementation of new attitudes and feelings towards life situations. It is essential to keep in mind that therapy is not a magic pill or a quick fix: therapy is a healing process that necessitates participation and investment from the client and the therapist. Health and wellness are a journey, not a destination, and I ask that you allow me to walk alongside you as you reach for your personal summit.
In my practice I view each person as an individual, comprised of a very unique and important history. It is important to me to meet my clients where they are at, utilizing a strength-based perspective. I focus on helping individuals identify their strengths, both intrinsic and external, and help guide them towards utilizing these resources outside of the therapy space. It’s important to me to provide a kind, warm, and judgement free zone for my clients to feel free to share open and honestly in. I also deeply trust in the healing power of nature, and on top of office sessions, I am happy to offer nature-based sessions to my clients.
In my practice I view each person as an individual, comprised of a very unique and important history. It is important to me to meet my clients where they are at, utilizing a strength-based perspective. I focus on helping individuals identify their strengths, both intrinsic and external, and help guide them towards utilizing these resources outside of the therapy space. It’s important to me to provide a kind, warm, and judgement free zone for my clients to feel free to share open and honestly in. I also deeply trust in the healing power of nature, and on top of office sessions, I am happy to offer nature-based sessions to my clients.
Are you in the middle of a major life transition? Navigating a midlife crisis, emerging from a period of spiritual darkness, or seeking clarity after a deep internal shift? These moments can feel disorienting, but they are also profound invitations to reconnect with yourself. I specialize in helping individuals with self-esteem issues and those going through intense personal transformation. Using a foundation of compassion-based care, I support you in navigating the psychological, emotional, and spiritual terrain that often arises during such pivotal times.
Are you in the middle of a major life transition? Navigating a midlife crisis, emerging from a period of spiritual darkness, or seeking clarity after a deep internal shift? These moments can feel disorienting, but they are also profound invitations to reconnect with yourself. I specialize in helping individuals with self-esteem issues and those going through intense personal transformation. Using a foundation of compassion-based care, I support you in navigating the psychological, emotional, and spiritual terrain that often arises during such pivotal times.
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Secular and Non-Religious Therapists
What is a secular and non religious approach in therapy?
Secular or non-religious therapy is a theoretical orientation used by many therapists and describes a therapeutic approach that does not rely on any specific religious or faith-based beliefs in the therapeutic process. Secular counselors will often approach therapy with an emphasis on evidence-based practices, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) or Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients, instead of relying on religious practices, such as prayer or belief in God.
Is secular therapy primarily for non-religious people?
Both religious and non-religious individuals can benefit from secular therapy. People exploring their religious or spiritual beliefs may find it especially useful to work with a secular therapist who is unbiased toward any specific religion. While religious individuals might value the connection and familiarity of seeing a counselor who shares their beliefs, secular counseling can offer them the chance to develop coping skills independent of their religious practice, which can be beneficial in various aspects of their lives.
Can a secular approach to therapy help with religious trauma?
One major reason clients may seek a secular therapist is to process previous religious experiences, including religious trauma. Secular therapists can help clients manage symptoms of the trauma through practices such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy or Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). They can also encourage clients through talk therapy or psychodynamic approaches to explore the roots of their religious trauma. Since secular therapists do not have any predetermined religious beliefs, they can be particularly helpful for clients looking to explore their own religious beliefs following a history of religious trauma.
What does non religious marriage and premarital counseling involve?
Marriage and premarital counseling typically involves a couple meeting with a therapist to discuss topics such as planning for marriage, navigating a new marriage, addressing relationship challenges, and developing better communication and conflict resolution skills. Non-religious therapists assist couples in achieving these goals without adhering to specific religious beliefs or frameworks, often emphasizing inclusivity and non-judgment, especially for "nontraditional" couples. However, seeking couples therapy from a non-religious counselor does not mean religious topics are off-limits. In fact, non-religious couples from different religious backgrounds may benefit from a secular therapist who remains neutral toward the beliefs of each partner.