Magellan Therapists in Monument, CO

Welcome to Listening Hearts Counseling. I know that making the decision to begin therapy can be difficult, but choosing to do so shows incredible strength and a desire to invest in you. Life is at times a struggle, with moments of darkness, instability, confusion, and fear of where to go. Emotional pain can result from past memories, life transitions, or losses. It manifests itself in various ways -- anxiety, depression, relationship problems, low self-esteem, addictive behaviors, or a pattern of poor choices. You have the power to grow to a place where painful events no longer control your life.

Psychological Testing: As an expert examiner, I am often able to offer a one-stop appointment including the intake and testing all in one appointment, My staff and I understand the assessment process may be confusing. We are here to help you through the process, including coordinating insurance benefits, scheduling, familiarizing you with the process of the assessment and delivering a timely report to help best meet your needs. Give us a call a call so that we can discuss your unique situation.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, treating children, adolescents, adults, and families. For children and adolescents, ages 8 and up, I specialize in trauma, anxiety, depression, school issues, divorce issues, peer relationships, behavioral problems, suicidal ideation, and anger management. I also specialize in parenting, family issues, adoption and attachment. For adults, I treat mood disorders, like depression and bipolar disorder, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, stress, anger management, divorce, and work related issues. I have extensive experience working with active military, retired military/veterans, and military dependents.

Gené has a remarkable sum of over 30 years of experience in the substance abuse and mental health fields. Mrs. Henderson participated, prepared, and supervised the development of drug and alcohol policies throughout the State of Colorado. She earned her Bachelor's Degree in Science and a Masters Degree of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling from the Emporia State University and a Masters of Art from North Central University. She is also a National Certified Addiction Counselor II (NCAC II), a State Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC), and a Substance Abuse Professional (SAP). Her specialty is chemical dependency.

Aaron is completed his PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision, from the University of Northern Colorado. Aaron holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and a Master of Arts degree in Clinical Counseling. In addition to counseling, Aaron is a teacher, coach, public speaker, and researcher. He enjoys attending conferences and taking part in experiential learning activities that focus on various aspects of social justice.

Family Care Center is uniquely qualified to treat the mental health issues associated with those related to the military lifestyle. Our counselors have years of experience working with service members and Veterans dealing with trauma or PTSD. Our Family Services include specially trained Child Play Therapists for those 10 and under and the only adherent Dialectical Behavioral Therapy program in Colorado Springs. DBT is the gold standard for destructive thought processes that worsen self-harming behaviors, such as suicidal thoughts, impulsivity and substance abuse. We offer individual, couples, and family counseling.

I provide effective, supportive counseling services for adults, individually and in couples, assisting clients with a range of life issues, including: relationships; communication; grief and loss; trauma; life adjustments and transitions; depression; anxiety; substance abuse and addictions; and stress and anger management. My goals are to support clients in developing self-awareness; building interpersonal skills; resolving past trauma; promoting effective decision-making and problem-solving; deepening emotional and psychological wellbeing; achieving personal balance and improving overall quality-of-life. I welcome your inquiries about my work and the opportunity to discuss how I can be of service.

Life can be brutal, can't it?! Can you remember that time in life when you were happy, like top of the world scream it from the rooftops happy? In that moment, everything was right in your world and then well, life happened. Now you look back and have so many questions...What happened? Let me tell you, you are not alone! We've all been there in some season of life. But who says this can't make us better!

I use the Family Systems theory approach while identifying family of origin roles and patterns. Using a cognitive behavioral approach in helping clients identify thinking patterns that impact self-esteem and the choices one makes, I can guide you to new thought patterns that will raise the quality level of your life in many ways. Mood disorder therapy, including Bipolar Disorder and Major Depression, is a vital instrument for those affected. Medication assessment and management referral resources are available to compliment psychotherapy. Think in new ways, feel new emotions, live with a new view of you and your world.

I have worked in a variety of settings during my 20 years in the field of mental health. These include medical and psychiatric hospitals, substance abuse treatment facilities, college counseling centers and, for the past twelve years, my private practice. This breadth of experience is a great asset and allows me to feel comfortable working with almost any client issues, but I still find that a grounded common sense is my best tool as a therapist. I also feel that I am able to express my perceptions in a manner that clients are able to hear, understand and take into consideration.

Assistance is provided for any forms of depression, and or anxiety. In addition, and similarly, assistance is offered for any kind of sexual orientation issues as well as stress management from the increasing demands of life.