Couples Counseling Therapists in Lakewood, CO

Relationships are the cornerstone of happiness and living a satisfying life. Looking to improve your relationship this year? Same old fight over and over? Behind any complain is a deep personal longing. Want to come up with compromises that work for both of you? Looking for a better connection and more intimacy? Maybe you are looking to set better boundaries? Or wondering should I stay in this relationship or leave? I am happy to see individuals who are experiencing relationship issues or couples .

Are you experiencing persistent feelings of dissatisfaction? Do you feel stuck? Are you having difficulty communicating with loved ones or others? I have been in private practice for 20 years and have worked in the behavioral health field for over 30 years. I have extensive experience working in hospitals and clinics and have helped individuals, couples and families grow and return to wholeness. I am committed to help you move forward and make positive changes in your life. I am certified in both Imago Relationship Therapy(IRT) and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), a treatment for trauma.

NOW Accepting NEW! I'm a psychotherapist that is experienced in helping clients on an individual and group level. Over the past decade I have worked in mental health helping people with different difficulties. I graduated with my master's in counseling and therapy with recognition in 3 different honor societies. In addition to my practice I also do assessments and services for state facilities. I've been trained to work with families, relationships, groups, and individuals of any age. My ideal clients are people that have noticed change is needed and want to their lives healthier.

My therapeutic approach is grounded in compassion, but fueled by a results-oriented paradigm that seeks to ensure client progress is in line with your individual goals. I provide faith-based counseling to a wide variety of clients, with a specialization in trauma, anxiety, and relationship issues. I am passionate about helping people resource themselves so that they are equipped to handle life challenges in stride. My practice also focuses on healing wounds that are impeding relational health, so that the progress you and your family make will be lasting.

Because the relationship between counselor and client is the number one predictor of a good outcome, Sharon offers a complimentary 1/2 hour consultation. This allows a risk-free, no obligation opportunity to see if there is a good fit in style and personality.

Shelby is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker at Higher Sights Counseling who utilizes a client-centered approach to work with adult individuals and couples . After growing up in a military family that moved all over the world, Shelby now considers Denver home. She received her Bachelor of Arts in English from Pepperdine University in Malibu, CA and her Master of Social Work from Louisiana State University and has clinical experience in different non-profit, healthcare, and agency settings.

My expertise includes working with kids, teenagers and their families in such a manner that helps them cope with issues of their daily life I fee content and happy working with them. I provide early intervention; restoring, rehabilitating, and supporting the effect of the child's diagnosis while reestablishing daily functioning skills. During sessions I believe in utilizing a person centered approach, cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness, play therapy, art and crafts, outdoors community integrations and usage of technology (games, internet) in a way that is productive for individuals.

I enjoy working with motivated women to increase awareness into the root cause of unhelpful/unhealthy patterns in their lives. I believe that all individuals hold the knowledge of what is best for their own life but sometimes need a gentle guide to help find their path. I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental therapeutic space where you will feel comfortable expressing difficult thoughts, feelings, and experiences.

“Knowing oneself comes from attending with compassionate curiosity to what is happening within.” (Gabor Mate) Coping with stress, managing anxiety, or suffering from depression can feel like a full time job. It can impact our lives and our relationships with our loved ones. If you are looking for a way to work through these or other issues that are impacting your life please reach out today.

Finding a great therapist is about finding a great fit. My sweet spot is connecting with people in transition following big change; the end of a relationship , career change, adjusting to parenthood, or loss. I also have nearly a decade of experience treating eating disorders, and work with people navigating recovery in the outpatient setting. Finally, I enjoy working with caregivers- those who support loved ones who are struggling with their own mental health.

I am currently getting my Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy through Alliant International University. I will be graduating the program in May of 2023. I do not currently have an active license, but I am practicing under supervision. I earned 2 Bachelor Degrees at Saint Mary's College of CA, a BS in Psychology and BA in Justice, Community and Leadership. With graduating in 2020, I jumped into my masters to build my profession as a Marriage and Family Therapist.

I am passionate about working with children, teens, and young adults with anxiety, depression, and OCD find ways to manage their symptoms and live the life they wish to pursue. I believe in providing clients with autonomy and being present for their needs. Clients are encouraged to advocate for themselves in and outside of the therapeutic relationship .

I use a cognitive-behavioral, person-centered approach. I have experience in clinical hypnosis and various types of psychotherapeutic approaches. The type of intervention is dependant upon the client’s willingness to engage in that particular modality and appropriateness of that modality for your needs. I try to be solution-focused and give my clients tools they can use for a lifetime. I am skilled in working with the following conditions: Addictions Adjustment Problems Anger Management Anxiety Bipolar I and Bipolar II Disorders Depression Grief and Loss

I provide trauma-informed care for parents with a history of trauma or difficult upbringings of their own. I teach self-regulation for anger and anxiety, treat underlying trauma, and support healthy parenting. I also help clients process their spirituality or religious background, work through the impacts of religion on mental health, and identify a personally meaningful spirituality. I offer affirming care for LGBTQ+ clients, particularly those from a religious background. Many of my clients are young adults (18-26) navigating major life transitions in their relationships, careers, mental health, values, and identity.

Change is powerful. We all have the capacity to change, however many times people are overwhelmed by the unknown. I believe that you have the resources and problem-solving skills to affect change. Through the use of collaborative questioning I can aid in discovering solutions to your concerns. I believe change is always occurring and relatively small changes can lead to large changes. My systems base approach encourages positive thinking, for example what is working in your life, to establish therapeutic goals based on issues that are important.

I work with couples , families and children. I believe that when you are feeling stuck, whether it is with your relationship 's security, your family's communication, your child's behavior or the confusion you may have with your life's circumstances, seeking guidance is the first step to creating change in your life. My goal is to help create change within relationships that can be maintained long after the therapy process has ended.

When you need someone to listen and to offer insight and guidance, I can be that person. Taking the time to really think about and explore options, choices, and to deepen understanding of oneself is what coming to counseling is all about. Many people have a personal trainer for their bodies, I am a personal trainer for your inner life. Transformation begins on the inside before it is seen outwardly. I work with individuals, couples , young people, teenagers and their parents. As a family therapist, making connections and bringing understanding and hope to those feeling troubled and uncertain.

I have a particular affinity for working with people who struggle with depression, anxiety, and low self-esteem. I am passionate about helping individuals, couples , and families discover healthier and more constructive ways of communicating and interacting with one another. Some of my most rewarding work has been with clients who had been in therapy for years and considered themselves hopeless.