Medicaid Therapists in Fort Collins, CO

Have you ever thought to yourself - "I freeze every time I have to perform". "My nerves always get the best of me". "I need someone to talk to, but I don't want to burden anyone". "I feel sad but I'm not sure why". "I'll never be good enough". Do you relate to any of these statements? You are worthy of a better life and together we can get there.

Are you hoping to find a safe space to process transitions in your life and find ways to cope with stressors in your life? Are you a caregiver to a parent, family member, or child and are working towards finding some time for yourself? Have you experienced a loss of a close person in your life, moved, changed jobs or retired and trying to make sense of the gravity of this change?

I can't find meaning in my life." … "I don't know how to be real with myself or with those around me." ... "I want to make what I do matter to me and my loved ones." ... "It's impossible to feel connected with my significant other." If you can't seem to find peace with these issues…you are not alone.

Imagine you have had the same problem or behavior recycling through your life for months, perhaps years. This could be anything from managing your emotions, accepting how traumatic events have shaped your life, addiction, conflict, how other people treat you/how you treat others, or simply taking ownership. Imagine your goal is to change the circumstance, flip the script on your life and find lasting change. I want to help people who want to learn why things are the way they are and to embrace new skills and tools to manage their lives. I use a combination of practical experience and research based skills to get you there.

One of the most challenging steps in making a change is reaching out for help, so I’m glad you’re here. Clients I see often express feelings of overwhelm, worry, things “not going right,” and finding themselves repeating cycles they can’t seem to get out of. I hear time and time again that they’ve tried many ways to help themselves: self-help books, meditation apps, therapy social media accounts, yoga and breath work, changed their diet/exercise, and even medication management… but they still struggle. Despite these efforts, it seems like the “oomph” they’ve needed for their healing was having a space to process their thoughts.

Jim Salico-Diehl is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 20 years of experience. Jim works in Fort Collins, Colorado with people who struggle with mood and anxiety disorders, relationship challenges, grief and loss, anger management, personality disorders, addictions, post-traumatic stress disorder and developmental injury. Jim also works with families and couples to strengthen their connections.

Immediate openings for Colorado Medicaid clients! Are you struggling with anxiety, trauma, or depression? We are here to help. Together we will identify what is holding you back from realizing the true you and get you on the road to being happy, healthy, and secure in your abilities to handle whatever life brings! We specialize in trauma and PTSD and the impact we allow it to have on our lives. Reach out to us today and start on the path to realizing your true self! We are trained in brainspotting. We are also able to provide WPATH letters for transgender clients.

Exploring your sexuality or gender identity? Experiencing overwhelm or worry? Wanting deeper and more meaningful relationships? If so, I am here for you. I have experience working with individuals, couples, and families navigating anxiety, depression, gender and sexual identity, confidence, self-love, boundaries, communication, and relationship struggles. Everyone’s lived experience is unique, and I believe that our identity, values, and past experiences can shape who we are and how we respond to therapy. Therefore, I use a contextual lens when working with my clients, and in choosing a therapeutic approach.

I have diverse clinical experience with children and their families in community settings, as well as in elementary and pre-school settings. I also have great experience with helping children navigate developmental disabilities, behavioral and mood disorders, divorce, separation, and stepfamily dynamics. I have worked with many children who have been exposed to trauma including, abuse, neglect, and domestic violence. I believe that involving the family, parents, and other primary caregivers in the therapeutic process provides the best possible resolution for the toughest challenges.

Independent, self-sufficient, overachievers. You are our people. ​We all have days where we are not the best version of ourselves. But when your "don't-worry-I-got-it" part is in the driver's seat too often, your relationships start to suffer and you start to feel alone. Probably because this part is so good at its job, that you ARE alone. We teach creative, successful adults how to connect with all of themselves and learn to ask for help, say no and find more balance in life. We do it well because we get it.

Now accepting tele-health clients. I am an experienced therapist interested in helping people find the unique set of skills, understanding and healing to make changes in their lives. I work to incorporate evidenced based therapy practices with the complex needs of individuals, tailoring each therapy to the client's needs. I have worked in hospitals, inpatient and outpatient settings, as well as college counseling centers. In my practice I work to develop a collaborative relationship with each client. I have extensive experience working with PTSD, substance abuse, anxiety disorders and depression.

Are you finding it difficult to reclaim balance from depression, anxiety, and burnout? My integrative approach ensures that the mind-body-spirit connection is honored and strengthened. Reaching out is the first step and often the most difficult. I take a collaborative approach to promote healing from past trauma, finding solutions to current issues such as relationship conflict, ADHD, stress management, navigating life transitions and stressors.

I am committed to helping families and individuals see themselves through a clearer and more complete view. The opportunity to be seen and see others on a deep level offers an opportunity for healing and for navigating life's challenges. If you are on the path toward healing your relationship with yourself and others, I am happy to walk alongside you.

It can be scary to admit that something in your life isn't working. Maybe you have found that the feelings of depression and anxiety won't go away, no matter how much time and effort you put in. I understand the shame, guilt, and embarrassment that can come with talking about our perceived pitfalls. Every person experiences their own hardships, and we all need the proper time and space to work through them.

Do you use substances to turn off your mind, only to feel ashamed when you sober up? Do you feel numb or disconnected from yourself and the world around you? Have you been struggling with low self-esteem? Do you sometimes question your relationship with food or exercise? Do you often have intrusive or disturbing thoughts? I’m here for you.