Therapists in Fort Collins, CO

I provide individual psychotherapy for late adolescents and adults presenting with a wide range of clinical presentations and backgrounds. I practice from an integrative lens utilizing a variety of theoretical perspectives, with the goals of fostering a collaborative and authentic therapeutic environment to meet the individual needs of my clients. I have more specialized experience with anxiety disorders, depression, relationship issues, life transitions, family of origin concerns, college mental health, and trauma/PTSD.

Sometimes in life it feels like we keep getting in our own way. We keep seeing the same unwanted results but we just can't find the point where we're getting it wrong. It can be hard to tell whether it's learned behaviors from past experiences, symptoms from something like ADHD or anxiety, or even a complete mystery. Taking some time to understand the what (am I doing?), why (is that what I do?), and how (that is impacting what I want?) can lay the foundations for change in those patterns. With a bit of self-compassion and hard work, of course.

Hope Roots offers in-person or telehealth trauma-focused and integrative therapy for individuals who have experienced trauma. Our therapists recognize power dynamics, relational-cultural issues, and bias in health systems and strive for feminist, strengths-based, egalitarian therapy and therapeutic relationships including client empowerment and social justice advocacy. We believe in empowering clients with neuroscience-informed psychoeducation so that they can be experts in their own mental health and view their symptoms as adaptations to stress and trauma over their lifespan, rather than a disease.

My name is Sarah, and I'm an Art Therapist and Transpersonal Counselor. I like to think of it as combining creative processing with soul-centered psychotherapy -- I love helping people transform through images. I counsel people who long for emotional/spiritual clarity and purpose, but feel overwhelmed by fear, shame, and grief. Through art therapy, EMDR, IFS, and PsychedeIic-Assisted Psychotherapy, I support clients in the process of exploring neglected areas of the self, so they can find meaning and direction in their lives.

Are you seeking a safe and supportive space to explore your thoughts, emotions, and life challenges? Look no further! Our therapy sessions are designed to empower you on your journey towards healing, growth, and self-discovery. We understand that life can present us with various obstacles and emotional struggles, but with the right guidance and support, you can learn how to navigate them and thrive.

Do you feel like no one would stick around if they knew the real you? Does it feel impossible to let go of the past? My passion is working with teens & clients throughout their lifespan who are in the process of self-discovery and healing. If you are questioning your identity, what you are meant to bring to this world and how to move on from your past - I would love to help you find answers to those questions. I work with each individual to develop a course of therapy that suits their unique needs—there is no "one size fits all" therapy. I also care deeply about developing strong helping professionals through clinical supervision.

Starting an inner journey on a path to self-healing and understanding can seem like a daunting task. It can be confusing, often goes against logic, and opens us up to the very things that caused us to retreat from a full life in the first place. I understand the trepidation that comes from starting on such a journey and the various obstacles that arise during this exploration. This journey does not have to be taken alone.

My presence in session is steady and intentional. Therapy begins with openness and curiosity so that we may find a space that feels authentic and connected. My approach is humanistic, insight-oriented and integrative. Sessions may combine exploring attachment along with mind-body work, or we may process relationship concerns and their parallels to childhood family dynamics. My clients are often young adults, college students and professionals, however I also work with older teens.

I believe in a holistic approach, meaning my view of the therapeutic process is shaped by a curiosity about the whole person situated within relationships, community, and social context. Through discovering an individuals inner knowledge, their intuition, and that inner spark of existence, I believe there is value in exploring who we are as people. The goal of good psychotherapy quite simply put is to become more of who we authentically are, everyday. It is also my belief that people naturally go through phases in life of seeking and integration, and that in an ideal outcome the therapist becomes obsolete.

Welcome! I am so glad you are ​here. I practice from a highly relational, person-centered philosophy, ​which means I believe you have the wisdom ​and courage you need for your journey inside ​of you already. This heartful approach ​welcomes all parts of the human experience with compassionate curiosity. It ​is my honor to come alongside not as an expert, ​but as a companion, as we discover and explore ​the strength and knowing within.

The foundation of this work, from my perspective, is co-creating a place of safety within our relationship where you can feel seen, heard, and understood. From this base, I tailor my approach to each client, teaching skills or using a variety of interventions to help increase well-being, process trauma, facilitate emotion and nervous system regulation, explore and bolster boundaries, support connection to self and others, and help you reach your goals.

I truly value individualized care and believe some of the smallest steps can create the most change. My background includes working with adult clients experiencing substance use issues, mood disorders, grief, trauma, co-occurring disorders, relationship issues, and life transitions.

We all encounter challenges that affect our quality of life. Although struggles are part of the normal human experience, we were not meant to work through them alone. My passion is to come alongside you to help you find healing and change as you journey down this path called life. I am here to provide support, encouragement, and my expertise to help you find the strength to overcome whatever life has thrown your way. I specialize in helping you navigate through anxiety, depression, and trauma. My mission is that when you embark on this journey you can come out victorious, empowered, and filled with hope and purpose.

Currently accepting new telehealth clients, Northern CO, Denver, Western Slope (CCHA, COAccess, RMHP) We at Polaris Partners help people chart a course to their full potential. Our staff has a breadth of training and expertise to help clients navigate life's obstacles and we build strong relationships to reach clients and connect them with sources of support and strength. We strive to be the community's first choice in collaborating with clients and their communities to help clients get their bearings and return to their true path. We look forward to partnering with you in the next steps of your journey toward optimum mental health.

The hardest part about therapy is feeling accepted and understood. I am here to help you find a path towards healing and find your voice. I know what it feels like to not know what to do next, to feel stuck. If you find yourself struggling to make every day decisions, worrying about the small stuff and having a tough time keeping yourself motivated to meet your goals, maybe it is time you take the next step. Let me help you sort through the chaos and calm your mind. Everyone deserves someone to listen to them.

Are you struggling with childhood experiences, dealing with a traumatic event, or living with anxiety? Do you feel unsure about your relationships or career? Do you want to explore parts of your identity or understand the reactions and feelings that you experience? My goal as a therapist is to provide you with a safe, non-judgmental space where you can share openly and honestly. When in session together, we will collaborate to develop ways for you to lead a more meaningful, satisfying, and authentic life.

Kelly is proud to run Four Pillars Counseling, a small group practice consisting of 6 like minded therapists who specialize in helping clients find meaning in their discomfort and hope in their suffering. Kelly’s expertise in anxiety, relationship with Self and trauma inform her client work as well as her supervision of other therapists. The creative and open minded approaches of our therapists seek to transform trauma and suffering, and facilitate a more meaningful relationship with yourSelf.

We are all human and we all have feelings. Many times, those feelings affect the thoughts we experience and thus affect our lifestyle, our relationships, our loved ones, our jobs, our opportunities, and so much more. The feelings and thoughts begin from the stressors we encounter, the unexpected situations that arise, the memories we have experienced, and then suddenly we are at a loss of how to move forward in making life decisions.

You deserve to thrive. Come as you are and let's connect. Trauma is not something you have to learn to live with. It is something that you can overcome and create the life you deserve. My intention is to support you with unwavering acceptance, empathy, understanding, and excitement to create a partnership in change to discover your authentic self. I offer gentle encouragement to move forward by empowering you to discover your light within to shine brightly. You can expect a mutual respect and dignity when working with me. I often think out of the box when necessary to get to the root.