Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists in Lakewood, CO

I strive to be a positive investment, not a cost, to people who choose to trust me and work toward their higher potential. I believe we each have more potential than we realize. I know I do not succeed unless you do. There are ways to deal with stress, heal from trauma, readjust our underlying beliefs, and move on, thrive, living a life we can value and find worthwhile.

“Your past is just a story, and once you realize this, it has no power over you.”- Chuck Palahniuk Jessica is a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate at Higher Sights. She received her bachelor’s degree in general psychology from Fort Lewis College and her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Adams State University. Jessica has a passion for working with individuals who are suffering from numerous mental health concerns including grief and loss, LQBTQ+, personality disorders, adjustment disorders, anxiety, depression, and past/current traumas.

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 have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, feeling stuck, and general life transitions. I also have a special interest and experience in working with the LGBTQIA+ population of all ages. Additionally, working with people who struggle with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a great passion of mine. I find great pride in seeing my clients learn how to effectively cope with life’s uncertainties and challenges. I work with many modalities including CBT, ACT, mindfulness , narrative therapy, and other strength-based approaches.

Sara is a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate at Higher Sights. Originally from Sudbury, Ontario, Canada, Sara earned her Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from Ferris State University in Michigan and worked as a pharmacist for many years. After taking time off professionally to raise her 4 children, Sara earned a Master of Arts in Counseling degree from Colorado Christian University. Sara has a passion for helping people to make changes that benefit them both physically and emotionally, as these experiences are often connected yet overlooked in traditional medicine.

Lindsey completed her BA in Psychology with a Minor in Business from the University of California, San Diego (UCSD). During her undergrad she competed for the NCAA swim team, was co-president of Fellowship of Christian Athletes, and coached a local competitive club swimming team. She continued her education at Colorado Christian University where she received a Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. She has a variety of experience working with all ages from young children to adults. She specializes in life transitions, fear, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and grief and loss.

Do you find yourself thinking, “Everyone around me seems happier and more at ease than me, and I just wish I could feel that way too,” or “I get angry really quickly and wish I had tools to help me not say things I later regret,” or “I don’t feel like the gender people think I am”? I believe you know yourself best and together we can get to know your strengths and develop some tools you can use to get through the hard things life throws your way. You don’t have to figure it out alone! I'm a queer-identified trans man, and I love working with adults and teens of all identities.

Our happiness in life is often dependent on the quality of our relationships. Struggles with communication, dysfunctional patterns of relating, and wounds from the past can leave a potentially great relationship in tatters. If you and your partner are struggling or you are recovering from divorce, I’m here to help. With extensive training and experience in couple’s counseling and healing of relationship issues of all kinds, I provide a safe, kind, and insightful approach that will get you back on track to create loving, supportive, and satisfying relationships.

We help with anxiety, PTSD, trauma and stress. Our highly specialized therapists, Mary Aragon, LPC, LAC, Michaela Olson, MA, Psychotherapist, and Hilary Sparrow, LPC teach clients how trauma clouds their lens, beliefs, and relationship. We guide trauma resolution and help clients reach a desired outcome with their stress. We teach how to "quiet the noise" and create anchoring strategies and acuity of vision, and improve the connection to yourself, your truth, consent, and power!

Hello, my name is Olivia Massey. I am a Licensed Social Worker and I am a trauma informed therapist. I am trained in EMDR and Cognitive Processing Therapy which helps clients relieve stress from PTSD or trauma. Additional modalities that I use are Client/Person-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT).

Kat received her bachelor's degree in Social Work from Salisbury University and Masters in Social Work from University of Maryland Baltimore. In the past, she has worked with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma and substance abuse. She is passionate about working with LGBGTQ-IA individuals, women, and young adults (18+). Within therapy, it is her goal to work with you to create a life that has value and meaning. She recognizes the importance of creating a familiar, comfortable relationship when establishing a therapeutic relationship, which is why she always prioritizes building a connection and trust first.

Overcome stress, improve relationships, and achieve your goals! Together we will build on your strengths and identify new, more effective strategies so that you can move past recent and/or past negative experiences and difficulties. In addition to more traditional Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, I offer cutting edge therapies such as EMDR, Brainspotting, and Energy Therapies, which can provide rapid relief from distress and can result in lasting change. Contact me if you would like to improve your life and get past struggles that are limiting you.

Are you struggling with feeling anxious or coping with everyday life? Maybe something stressful has happened like you've got financial worries or there are health or relationship issues. This may have left you feeling pulled in all different directions and not feeling like your normal self. I can help you so you are not feeling derailed by stress, you feel back in control, and you can navigate everyday life.

I've been in the addictions / mental health (dual diagnosis) field for over 20 years in Colorado, and have been ‘clean’ 27 years (as of 9/1/93). I sincerely believe in clients' ability to make enduring change, after they have learned to identify and accept what's not working in their lives. I'm a very accessible and active therapist, and I offer specialized groups to meet clients' needs. Groups occur Monday through Saturday, depending on group assignment. Individual sessions are often a part of effective treatment planning, in addition to, or instead of, group format. Reasonable pricing.

Are you recuperating from life events, or actively struggling with overwhelm or burnout? Are you interested in learning somatic-based, cutting-edge wellness and regenerative health strategies like Energy Psychology, tapping, Jin Shin Jyutsu, Personal Self-Integration, Energy Medicine, and Breathwork? I am excited to help you to reach new heights of understanding, and discover more of your depth, as well as develop new skills to enjoy life in deeper and more fulfilling ways. You will feel great This is simple. You've got this! I also work with new therapists and first responders. This work is easy to learn. Come to a class.

After I was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer, I encountered the challenge of finding a therapist who understood my mental health and how my physical health was impacted by and influenced my perception of self. In addition to seeking self-care, I became aware that my health experiences deeply affected my family. While doing my academic work at Regis University and St. Louis University School of Family and Community Medicine, I have been able to develop a whole-person approach to counseling care. If you or your family are seeking help that emphasizes communication training and person-affirmative care, let me know.

Are you feeling stuck? Is there part of you that may be ready for something different, but not sure what that is? Wherever you are on your life’s journey, you don’t have to go through it alone. Therapy can be a supportive tool in working through and transforming challenges, so that you can move towards a feeling of wholeness and find genuine connection with self & others. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma or difficult life transitions, I offer a non-judgmental space for you to explore & process your experiences. Together, we can collaboratively work towards your goals.