Therapists in Frisco, CO

I am passionate about supporting people to reach their highest potential, through transforming challenge and pain into healing, strength, and empowerment. As a therapist, my work is to support my clients to identify these barriers to their personal happiness, heal from that which is holding them back, and begin to actively live the life they strive for. I work with both children, adolescents, and adults. This includes people experiencing trauma, depression, stress, anxiety, divorcing families, behavioral challenges, family conflict, relationship issues, domestic violence, isolation, performance anxiety, grief, and ADHD.

I believe mental health is all about finding a baseline of awareness that allows you to live authentically & in a state of balance in all areas of your life. As a clinician, I avoid telling my clients what their mental health & wellness will look like. My clients lead each session, and I tailor my approach and methods based on whatever is showing up in the moment. I help empower you to find your ideal balance based on your experiences, observations, and needs so that you can cultivate ideal outcomes, habits, and lifestyles that help you thrive.

I believe in empowering my clients to recognize the strengths in themselves to deal with life's challenges. For 20 years, I have provided therapy to children, adolescents and families in the areas of anxiety, depression, trauma, attachment, parenting and divorce. I work collaboratively with my clients to identify their treatment goals and believe in the importance of establishing a trusting therapeutic relationship to affect change. I use a variety of therapeutic approaches based on the individual needs and goals of the client. My work with youth addresses increasing self-awareness, building self-esteem and problem solving.

Beginning therapy takes courage. Take this moment to acknowledge that you’re taking the leap to create a more empowered life. It takes a lot to get here, which is why I’m here to hold space for all the parts of you: the parts that have suffered, the parts that have been invalidated, and the parts of you that are inspired and hold onto the dream that it can be better. I look forward to the opportunity to work with you and all that has brought you to this point.

I support women, adolescents, and children that are managing emotional distress and lack of behavioral control brought on by trauma, anxiety, depression or other mental health issues.

Malina provides services to adolescents, adults, families, and couples. Her therapeutic approach leans heavily on the modalities of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), family systems therapy, and psychodynamic theory. Malina believes every person's story deserves to be heard and will work to create a space where clients feel seen and safe, implementing a collaborative approach in building therapeutic relationships and empowering clients to pursue the changes they want to see in their lives.

Do you find yourself repeating the same patterns and behaviors despite how hard you try to change? Do you feel like the way you are living is holding you back from your happiest, most joyful life? Perhaps you worry that you don't deserve it, or you don't have what it takes to make lasting change. But deep down, you just want to feel better, stop struggling, and start living. You can imagine your life not being ruled by relationship issues, low self-worth, addiction, trauma, or self-destructive patterns. A life where you can reach your full potential and learn to love yourself in the process - this is available to you and I can help.

I work with people of all ages to deal with the difficult challenges that life can bring. I specialize in play and family therapy, individuals and couples. We work together to resolve issues of divorce, trauma, physical and sexual abuse, grief and loss, misbehavior, school performance, sensory integration issues, ADHD/ADD, blended families and transitions. We can heighten your insight and awareness about how to shift into healthier, more satisfying patterns and highlight your strengths, talents and passions to create the life you desire. It takes courage to seek counseling support to make changes in your life. I respect your journey and sincere effort.

ONLINE Counseling service. "I've lost my passion." "I don't have the energy." Are you in a helping profession and dealing with occupational burnout and/or compassion fatigue? Choose to decrease your anxiety and stress levels, boost your mood, and be intentional about self-care. This is your time to put a stop to that negative downward spiral. This year you can boost your confidence level, increase your output, be proud of yourself, and change the course of your life. "How?" Connection, Accountability, and Support. You do not have to do it alone.

Taking New Clients. Please call for a consult so we can make sure I fit your needs! Telehealth or in person. Research shows the relationship with your therapist is the most effective therapy tool. I strive to create a compassionate, collaborative, validating environment to allow a person to explore their lives, learn and thrive.

I am a Summit County native, born and raised in Frisco, CO. I value the unique experience that each client brings to the therapeutic relationship and utilize an eclectic mix of modalities based on the goals of that client. I earned both a Bachelors of Social Work and a Bachelors of Arts in Spanish from Azusa Pacific University in Los Angeles, CA.  From the University of Denver, I earned a Masters of Social Work with a concentration in Children and Youth Resiliency and a certificate in Social Work with Latinos/as. I offer bilingual services in Spanish and English.

I work with children, adolescents, adults and families. My therapeutic approach is humanistic, strengths-based and attachment-focused. I am a culturally-sensitive clinician, who emphasizes working transparently and collaboratively with clients of all backgrounds and orientations. In an effort to synthesize my love for music with my passion for mental health, I also co-founded Backline Care, a nonprofit organization providing mental health and wellness resources to those in the music industry.

I approach therapy from a mindfulness based perspective. As a trauma informed therapist, I use a variety of modalities including CBT, DBT, and mindfulness based techniques with adolescents, adults, and families. I provide an empathic and safe space by empowering and partnering with clients. I strive to help people work through past difficulties and limiting beliefs while unlocking their own strength and resilience. I have a background working in community based mental health as well as in residential care settings.

I specialize in working with teens, young adults, and adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, relationship distress, difficult transition, school/work issues, low self-esteem, and addiction. Although I approach therapy from a strengths-based perspective, I incorporate techniques from several different theories depending on the clients’ personality and circumstances. I work with clients to hear their concerns without judgment and to explore ways to achieve emotional growth, develop skills, and achieve desired changes.

I provide services to individuals, couples, and families. I practice a relationship-based psychodynamic approach to therapy. I am certified in EMDR and trained in Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT). I also offer clinical supervision and EMDR  consultation services for practitioners. From a range of evidence-based practices, I tailor therapy sessions to the needs of individual clients, finding creative solutions to match a client's unique challenges. I have been working in the mental health field since 2002, in wilderness therapy settings, community mental health systems, hospitals, palliative care, and private practice.