LGBTQ+ Therapists in Lafayette, CO

Evalie Horner is especially passionate about supporting artists and writers, trauma survivors, and the LGBTQ community. During the late 1990s, Evalie helped to pioneer C.U. Boulder's LGBTQ studies certificate, one of the country's first programs of this kind. She has several publications in the field of LGBTQ studies, including a book chapter on counseling bisexual clients. Evalie raises her twin girls with her partner, Shannon. Evalie is also an expert in the unique challenges of LGBTQ plus divorce.

Are you wanting to heal from past painful experiences or traumas, or struggling with a present situation that you want to change? Are you suffering from depression or anxiety? I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental presence and skillful support to help you work through these challenges and reclaim a more fulfilling and enjoyable life. As a committed and experienced Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with a Master’s Degree in Mindfulness Based Transpersonal Counseling Psychology and a Certified Synergetic Play Therapist I bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to our work together.

Hi! I'm Rikki, I use they/them pronouns, and I mostly work with LGBTQ + folks with a specialty in working with transgender , non-binary, and gender expansive people. I enjoy working with folks on generalized anxiety, social anxiety, depression, figuring out gender or sexuality, gender dysphoria, trauma/PTSD, and many types of relational issues (with peers, friends, partners, and family). I focus on long-term depth-based psychotherapy, so my ideal client is ready to start working on (or thinking about working on) long-term issues, behavioral or thought patterns, and/or trauma that affects their lives.

*IN-STATE TELETHERAPY AVAILABLE* You can't shake the feeling that you're settling for less than is possible in your relationship. The problems in your relationship feel stuck, like they're just not going anywhere. You find yourself and your partner getting upset and reacting in the same old unhelpful ways over and over, but just don't know how to find your way back to authentic, loving intimacy. You're scared there might not be a way back. But you're hopeful that, with professional support, you can reclaim the sexual and emotional intimacy you've been missing, and find a way out of the same old fights and back into being in love.

I'm a couples counselor and intimacy/sex coach who can help you with your challenges in communication, conflict, trust/infidelity, and intimacy style differences. In your marriage or long-term relationship, did you have excellent sexual chemistry at the beginning, but after 5, 10, 20+ years the chemistry has waned? Have your efforts to communicate to your partner what pleases you been unsuccessful? Is it challenging to integrate your committed journey in faith with your sexuality? Does your partner want to be polyamorous, but you are unwilling to accept that? Do you need help navigating an alternative lifestyle?

**I am taking new online clients* Hello - I help women break free from manipulative relationships. We can feel so trapped by toxic coaches, bosses, partners and family members. Many times these people appear to be great, fantastic people and the toxicity is hidden so we feel at fault; we end up feeling crazy. You are going to learn to recognize your own needs and feelings. You will see what behaviors are OK and which ones are abusive. You will forgive yourself for your choices and participation. And you will see that you are not crazy. Your inner voice is correct; your compass points to true North; you will find a way forward.

Hello, we are currently living in a time of great uncertainty with the onset of the Covid-19 Corona virus. As a result, many people are feeling a great deal of fear and anxiety. I am here to support you and am offering remote, tele-therapy and in person sessions. Please don’t hesitate to reach out. I am grounded, insightful and present and can find the spark in others; the spark that has been lost, beaten down or squelched by the challenges of life. You are the expert on your own life. I will root for you and encourage you with sensitivity and compassion and help you reach your full potential.

I offer in-person therapy at my office or at a local nature trail. In addition to anxiety and depression, I specialize in treating trauma (including birth trauma), sexual assault & abuse, adoption related issues, sensory processing and LGBTQ + identity exploration. Young Adult Therapy: Some young adults are having trouble transitioning to college or life outside of their childhood home. Some are seeking guidance as they develop their professional identity and consider their life trajectory. I offer in-depth talk therapy, augmented with art and creative activities, and EMDR to help young adults with their next steps.

With warmth, humor, and honesty, I strive to create a place where you can feel supported, seen, and safe to explore what life has thrown your way. As I’ve done this work over the last fifteen years, I’ve learned that joy is in everything, including the hard things we pull away from. So many of us never really learned how to human well. We believe what we think, we resist our emotional experiences, and we try to grip and control what cannot be, all while feeling overwhelmed and lost. I can help you get out of your head, learn to manage your feelings, heal your relationships and create the life you want. You can do this. I can help.

I believe that life can be difficult sometimes. We are not given a manual on navigating the complex tasks of life like raising children, managing job stress, or learning how to have a fulfilling relationship. I see counseling as a process where we can explore life's more pressing questions and address ways to create change. As a therapist, you will find I value being real and transparent so that our work together is honest, timely, and impactful.

Starting therapy takes courage. It can feel scary, confusing, and messy at times. I am here to make it lighter. To help you find hope and energy to keep going. To hold your pain, to help you find what works in your unique situation, and to empower you in being successful with your goals. I specialize in aging and health psychology (including sexual health, postpartum care, chronic diseases, pain, and eating disorders). As a member of PSYPACT, I'm authorized to provide telehealth services at AL, AZ, AR, CO, CT, CNMI, DE, DC, GA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, ME, MD, MN, MO, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NC, OH, OK, PA, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WV, WI.

I enjoy working with people who identify as having Autism/on the spectrum, ADHD/neurodiverse, queer , who identify as male, female, or anywhere in between or outside of that binary. We would work well together if: you are hoping to learn, to grow, to experience the present moment, and question your thoughts. I don't believe in pushing people to disclose if they don't want to. I work within a framework of consent and open-heartedness at all times. I want you to feel safe when you are with me and to learn how to hold that space for yourself as well.

If you're in a relationship, whether romantic or familial, and find navigating the "shoulds" limits growth and potential, then I might be a good fit. I find meaning in working with humans from all backgrounds, gender identities, sexual orientations, and romantic relationships as we re-author stories that constrain us towards thicker ones focusing on growth and freedom. I also love working with older humans and those wrestling with chronic pain. I have an immediate opening for a family or relationship; for individuals, I currently have a waiting list.

I am a licensed professional counselor and a licensed addiction counselor who specializes in: Trauma - I work with people who have experienced long term childhood or acute trauma, and suffer from ongoing PTSD, anxiety and/or depression, to help them heal. Substance abuse recovery - Guiding people with addiction and their families through the recovery process, I use a variety of modalities to help addicts build the resources they need for sobriety. Anxiety - Walking with people through overwhelming life experiences, I guide them through the release and recovery process, moving out of isolation and into integration and connection.

(Please call or text me directly at 720-771-6653 as the number provided here does not seem to work and the voicemails are garbled... ) As a therapist, I offer a lot of feedback while respecting your views and goals. I have no hidden agenda, what you see is what you get. My job is to empower you to find your way through stuck places and to accompany you on your path of self-discovery. I was born and raised in Europe, so it gives me the benefit of having a multi-cultural perspective on life which I believe can enrich one's exploration.

Being a human is not easy! Whether you're feeling stuck, anxious, depressed, uncertain, struggling, unfulfilled, lost, or broken, I am here to support you on your unique journey. The therapy relationship is a place where you are accepted exactly as you are, so together we can find ways to nurture your inner sources of healing and growth. My goal is to support your ability to increase self-awareness and compassion in order to shift your habitual ways of thinking, feeling, behaving, and relating, so we can discover the tools and insights to help you live a life that feels meaningful to you. Inner and outer change are possible!

I speak to many people who feel lonely, without purpose, lost in the hurt and frenzy of the world’s suffering. We live in fragmented times that often leave us feeling isolated, wondering where we belong or what the future holds. In my work, I foster collaborative & healing client/counselor relationships, with the intention to find meaning in suffering and joy in living, to uncover parts of yourself that have been lost, and discover empowering, alternative stories for the future. I often work with clients in relationship or career transition, professionals wanting deeper meaning, and those seeking peaceful ground below anxiety.