Somatic Therapists in Fort Collins, CO

Sometimes people hit a wall. Things that used to be satisfying, like career, relationships, or hobbies don't light them up the way they did when they were younger. All the sleepless nights worrying about "why?" just lead to a useless cycle. I help people, aged 25-75, who have "hit the wall" and are ready to find a healthy way through to the other side. My clients are sick to death of repeating the same unsatisfying patterns but can't seem to stop or change. They feel stressed, ashamed, shut-down, or depressed and don't feel nearly enough love, joy, optimism, or creativity.

Emotional wounding, loss, trauma, and unhealthy relationships often create a sense of overwhelm, heaviness and prolonged anxiety that can feel never-ending. Over time, it's common to become increasingly detached, stagnant and feel like it's impossible to connect with others in an authentic and meaningful way. Psychotherapy provides the unique opportunity to 'get real' with 'what is', allowing you to grow and heal in ways that will benefit all of your relationships, including (most importantly) the relationship that you have with yourself.

I have 25 years experience as an art therapist and addictions specialist. My approach is to treat you as a whole in mind, body and spirit while taking your inner truth and intuition to create the direction in the therapeutic process. I utilize a variety of therapeutic techniques that meet your needs as an individual that include: talk therapy, art therapy, mindfulness, yoga, somatic work and spiritual counseling. ‘Art can permeate the very deepest part of us, where no words exist.’ -Ellen Miller

Does your anxiety hold you back from your goals? Do nightmares, flashbacks and memories interfere with your happiness? Do you wish that you could get relief from symptoms of anxiety or depression? You have come to the right place. It is scary and vulnerable to ask for help, and I am glad you are here. We will walk through this journey together. I have great resources and techniques that will give you the relief you have been looking for! Contact me for a free 20 minute consultation to see if I am the right person for you.

Are you struggling to find the joy you once felt? Needing help navigating through the stressors of life? Wanting relief from past traumas that are keeping you from being fully engaged in life? I am here to help! My name is Melissa Blatnik, and I am excited to assist you on your journey to a happier, healthier you! I have worked in the mental health and substance abuse field for 14 years, and I am still as passionate about it today as I was back then. I am an empathetic counselor who provides a safe environment to open up about the struggles you have been through. I look forward to working with you!

I am a licensed clinical social worker and somatic practitioner with a passion for nature-based services, spiritual practices, and expressive arts. People are free to discover and share their life experiences in a safe and honoring environment. Sharing one's pain and experiences can be hard, and I strive to be a compassionate, warm and understanding listener. Each person's life story is sacred, and there are a myriad of gifts waiting to be discovered and embraced. Much of my work is with Highly Sensitive People and empathic intuitives.

Tele-therapy sessions are available throughout Colorado and California. As a somatic therapist specializing in trauma and relationship issues, I am devoted to helping clients heal and integrate the mind/body/spirit connection and to experience the deeper meanings and intentions of their life. I provide a warm, compassionate space for inner exploration so clients feel seen and accepted. Transformation and healing are then possible. I am a certified Brainspotting therapist.

Pornography, sexting, and sexual behavior problems are real, pervasive among both adults and teenagers, and, the destruction can be terrifying for you or your loved ones to confront. You are not alone, people recover. My clients begin to find meaning in themselves and start to meet their goals for long term success in all facets of their lives! Together, through authentic connection, challenging negative and old thought processes, and exploring your purposeful strengths, the heaviness of your situation will lighten. People find power and strength in their best selves! My approach is nonjudgmental, specialized, and compassionate.

Welcome! Thanks for checking out my profile. I have to be honest, I really don’t like writing these “therapist intros” because they always sound cheesy but, here is my best effort. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Addiction Counselor in Colorado. I specialize in providing individual counseling services to young adults, adolescents and members of the LGBTQ+ communities. I have experience providing services for a variety of concerns including trauma, addiction, and relationships. My approach is person centered and based on the individual. I look forward to meeting you and learning more about your unique story

You are busy, and successful in your career. You've worked hard to achieve. And -though difficult to admit - you are struggling with keeping all the balls in the air. Whether it is an acute issue, or a longstanding difficulty, you will feel my well honed skills as we navigate forward. You don't have to suffer alone anymore, or feel like you have to settle for less. When you come to me you can be assured that our focus and attention is on you and your goals. Often, the adaptive strategies we have learned as younger people, outgrow their usefulness later in life. I feel honored to accompany people drawn towards growth and change.

Has your trauma taken something from you? I work with people who have had their lives change because of trauma, helping them to find healing, meaning in their relationships, and freedom in their lives. I will support you while together we weave a new story for your future. With a background in International Disaster Psychology, I work with trauma of all kinds, from family abandonment or sexual assault to bombings and earthquakes. You're in the right place if you don't love the way life feels, but wish you could.

“Pain from my past keeps me from truly enjoying my life”, “There are so many things about myself I wish were different”, “My anxiety is painful and I feel exhausted ”, “I feel unfulfilled in my relationships”. Does any of this resonate with you? Life throws many obstacles our way, and it can feel extremely defeating at times. Do you desire to know yourself on a deeper level and connect to the aspects of yourself that make you unique and special? I believe one of the bravest things you can do is take time to acknowledge your pain and embrace your individual story. You deserve to be seen, heard, and understood.