Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in Palmer Lake, CO
Feeling stuck in school, work, or relationships? Wondering if ADHD, autism, anxiety, or depression might be affecting your life? I help young adults gain clarity through assessments and therapy, so you can better understand yourself and move forward with confidence.
Feeling stuck in school, work, or relationships? Wondering if ADHD, autism, anxiety, or depression might be affecting your life? I help young adults gain clarity through assessments and therapy, so you can better understand yourself and move forward with confidence.
You may be carrying more than you let on. I work with adults navigating complex trauma, attachment wounds, dissociation, religious trauma, divorce, neurodivergence, and major life transitions. I also support parents struggling with family conflict, parenting stress, or concerns about a child or teen. Many of my clients are thoughtful, capable people who have spent years surviving and are now looking for deeper healing, healthier relationships, and a stronger connection to themselves.
You may be carrying more than you let on. I work with adults navigating complex trauma, attachment wounds, dissociation, religious trauma, divorce, neurodivergence, and major life transitions. I also support parents struggling with family conflict, parenting stress, or concerns about a child or teen. Many of my clients are thoughtful, capable people who have spent years surviving and are now looking for deeper healing, healthier relationships, and a stronger connection to themselves.
I am passionate about working with all adults, 18 and over, on issues ranging from substance abuse, other addictive behaviors, mood disorders, relationship issues, and struggles with every-day living.
I am passionate about working with all adults, 18 and over, on issues ranging from substance abuse, other addictive behaviors, mood disorders, relationship issues, and struggles with every-day living.
Ellie Mental Health in Monument, Colorado isn’t your average therapy clinic. We’ve created a comfy, judgment-free zone where you can be authentic, get real about where you’re at in your journey, and receive the compassionate care you deserve. We strive to break down treatment barriers and provide you with customized counseling services to meet your therapy needs.
Ellie Mental Health in Monument, Colorado isn’t your average therapy clinic. We’ve created a comfy, judgment-free zone where you can be authentic, get real about where you’re at in your journey, and receive the compassionate care you deserve. We strive to break down treatment barriers and provide you with customized counseling services to meet your therapy needs.
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An ideal client can be described as one who finds solutions to their problems or needs with my guidance. This individual is motivated towards their overall well being and goals and are less likely to drop out of treatment. People who really need serious help right now. If it is trauma, addiction, or deep grief, or a very scary physical diagnosis, or emotional emergency, Individuals dedicated to do their work, to take concepts and practice them daily in their life while challenging their behaviors to support their identified values.
An ideal client can be described as one who finds solutions to their problems or needs with my guidance. This individual is motivated towards their overall well being and goals and are less likely to drop out of treatment. People who really need serious help right now. If it is trauma, addiction, or deep grief, or a very scary physical diagnosis, or emotional emergency, Individuals dedicated to do their work, to take concepts and practice them daily in their life while challenging their behaviors to support their identified values.
Kimberly Haka is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Addiction Counselor, and a National Board Certified Counselor. Kimberly is also EMDR trained. Kimberly's professional experience includes working with anxiety, depression, grief and loss, life transitions. She also enjoys working with postpartum mothers.
Kimberly Haka is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Addiction Counselor, and a National Board Certified Counselor. Kimberly is also EMDR trained. Kimberly's professional experience includes working with anxiety, depression, grief and loss, life transitions. She also enjoys working with postpartum mothers.
I believe that long-lasting and meaningful change is most likely to occur in the context of validation and acceptance.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with extensive experience in evidence-based treatments and have particular expertise in the cognitive-behavioral treatment of PTSD, anxiety disorders, depression, and self-harm behaviors. I stay up-to-date with the scientific literature and only offer interventions with the strongest support from well-conducted research.
I believe that long-lasting and meaningful change is most likely to occur in the context of validation and acceptance.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with extensive experience in evidence-based treatments and have particular expertise in the cognitive-behavioral treatment of PTSD, anxiety disorders, depression, and self-harm behaviors. I stay up-to-date with the scientific literature and only offer interventions with the strongest support from well-conducted research.
Psychotherapy can provide an invaluable space to explore our fears and suffering with a compassionate witness. Over time, we are able to befriend aspects of ourselves that we have suppressed and begin to recognize that our symptoms are coping skills we have used to survive. I seek to provide gentle guidance to clients to help them move into discomfort, expand their insight, and discover previously untapped strength and resources, while also respecting each person’s unique process and pacing. I have a holistic approach, taking into consideration the mind, body, and spirit as integral to healing.
Psychotherapy can provide an invaluable space to explore our fears and suffering with a compassionate witness. Over time, we are able to befriend aspects of ourselves that we have suppressed and begin to recognize that our symptoms are coping skills we have used to survive. I seek to provide gentle guidance to clients to help them move into discomfort, expand their insight, and discover previously untapped strength and resources, while also respecting each person’s unique process and pacing. I have a holistic approach, taking into consideration the mind, body, and spirit as integral to healing.
Have you found yourself feeling overwhelmed with the many challenges life throws at you? Do you find yourself wishing for some guidance which would take the weight off your shoulders? If so, you are not alone (we've all been there) and counseling may be the right choice for you. As a first-generation bilingual (English & Korean) immigrant, in an interracial marriage, with a wealth of professional experience, I understand the challenges that come with diverse experiences and can be a partner in helping you on your journey.
Have you found yourself feeling overwhelmed with the many challenges life throws at you? Do you find yourself wishing for some guidance which would take the weight off your shoulders? If so, you are not alone (we've all been there) and counseling may be the right choice for you. As a first-generation bilingual (English & Korean) immigrant, in an interracial marriage, with a wealth of professional experience, I understand the challenges that come with diverse experiences and can be a partner in helping you on your journey.
You’ve spent a lot of time trying to figure yourself out—or just hold it together. Maybe you’re burned out, masking, overwhelmed, or always feeling a little “off” or "pressured" in a world that wasn’t built for your brain. I work with neurodivergent folks (ADHD, autism, dyslexia, deep feelers, sensory-sensitive souls) who are tired of pretending and ready for therapy that actually fits. This is a space to unlearn shame, get curious about how your brain actually works, and start living in a way that makes sense for ALL of you, not just the parts of you that make others comfortable.
You’ve spent a lot of time trying to figure yourself out—or just hold it together. Maybe you’re burned out, masking, overwhelmed, or always feeling a little “off” or "pressured" in a world that wasn’t built for your brain. I work with neurodivergent folks (ADHD, autism, dyslexia, deep feelers, sensory-sensitive souls) who are tired of pretending and ready for therapy that actually fits. This is a space to unlearn shame, get curious about how your brain actually works, and start living in a way that makes sense for ALL of you, not just the parts of you that make others comfortable.
I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed School Counselor with 15 years of experience working with children and adolescents facing anxiety, depression and executive functioning skills. I am committed to helping individuals and couples learn how to build healthier relationships with themselves and each other.
I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed School Counselor with 15 years of experience working with children and adolescents facing anxiety, depression and executive functioning skills. I am committed to helping individuals and couples learn how to build healthier relationships with themselves and each other.
I enjoy working with individuals who are seeking a real change in their life. Sometimes you are "tired of the rut I am in" or feeling that "something needs to change..I do not want to feel like this anymore." Sometimes you are struggling with "old issues" and sometimes it is more current stresses like anxiety, relationships, or just do not know what to do next; I believe when you are ready to make a change, having a supportive push can really work!
I enjoy working with individuals who are seeking a real change in their life. Sometimes you are "tired of the rut I am in" or feeling that "something needs to change..I do not want to feel like this anymore." Sometimes you are struggling with "old issues" and sometimes it is more current stresses like anxiety, relationships, or just do not know what to do next; I believe when you are ready to make a change, having a supportive push can really work!
Welcome! As a therapist, I’m dedicated to working with individuals who are ready to embark on a journey of personal growth and self-discovery. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or past traumas, I’m here to offer a supportive and non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions openly. In our sessions, my goal is to help you find emotional balance, deepen your self-awareness, and build meaningful connections with yourself and others. If you’re seeking clarity, resilience, and an improved sense of well-being, I’m here to guide and support you every step of the way.
Welcome! As a therapist, I’m dedicated to working with individuals who are ready to embark on a journey of personal growth and self-discovery. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or past traumas, I’m here to offer a supportive and non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions openly. In our sessions, my goal is to help you find emotional balance, deepen your self-awareness, and build meaningful connections with yourself and others. If you’re seeking clarity, resilience, and an improved sense of well-being, I’m here to guide and support you every step of the way.
I work with individuals who have experienced difficult or painful events that continue to shape how they see themselves and the world. They may struggle with anxiety, self-blame, or a sense of disconnection, and are ready to explore these emotions, patterns, and behaviors.
I work with individuals who have experienced difficult or painful events that continue to shape how they see themselves and the world. They may struggle with anxiety, self-blame, or a sense of disconnection, and are ready to explore these emotions, patterns, and behaviors.
Even when things in life seem to be going well, we might still feel shut down or sad. For many, the feeling that there is always something bad waiting around the corner follows us daily. We worry, about nothing and everything. Hope is hard to come by. We may want to let go of a bad experience in the past, but it lingers anyways. It can invade our sleep, affect our body, direct our self image, and rule our emotions. Many of the challenges of the pandemic have left us feeling uncertain and scared. Too often, "just dealing with it" is the expectation. But that's not the only choice. We've done our best, now it's time to ask for help.
Even when things in life seem to be going well, we might still feel shut down or sad. For many, the feeling that there is always something bad waiting around the corner follows us daily. We worry, about nothing and everything. Hope is hard to come by. We may want to let go of a bad experience in the past, but it lingers anyways. It can invade our sleep, affect our body, direct our self image, and rule our emotions. Many of the challenges of the pandemic have left us feeling uncertain and scared. Too often, "just dealing with it" is the expectation. But that's not the only choice. We've done our best, now it's time to ask for help.
Starting therapy can sometimes feel uncomfortable. I offer warmth, compassion, and openness to guide clients through the process. I focus on relationship issues and work collaboratively with you to recognize your relating patterns so you can build stronger connections and feel peace.
Starting therapy can sometimes feel uncomfortable. I offer warmth, compassion, and openness to guide clients through the process. I focus on relationship issues and work collaboratively with you to recognize your relating patterns so you can build stronger connections and feel peace.
My passion for therapy grew from a deep curiosity about what helps people feel truly seen, understood, and connected. Early in my journey, I noticed how often people, including myself, carry heavy emotional burdens in silence while struggling to express their needs or navigate relationships without losing themselves.
My passion for therapy grew from a deep curiosity about what helps people feel truly seen, understood, and connected. Early in my journey, I noticed how often people, including myself, carry heavy emotional burdens in silence while struggling to express their needs or navigate relationships without losing themselves.
Welcome! As a counselor, I specialize in working with diverse populations! Whether you're exploring your identity, living with trauma, dealing with relational difficulties, struggling with sensory sensitivity or executive function, wrestling anxiety or depression, or just need someone who gets it, I'm here for you.
Welcome! As a counselor, I specialize in working with diverse populations! Whether you're exploring your identity, living with trauma, dealing with relational difficulties, struggling with sensory sensitivity or executive function, wrestling anxiety or depression, or just need someone who gets it, I'm here for you.
Higher Sights - Therapy, EMDR, & Med Managment
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LPC, LAC, MFTC, PMHNP
1 Endorsed
Parker, CO 80134
Accepting New Clients! Immediate openings > book instantly through our website! At We understand that being stuck and feeling like everything you have tried has left you hopeless is one of the most painful experiences. We help our clients feel empowered by helping them to see their own strengths and by teaching them new research-based tools to help focus and guide them for lasting change. We believe that therapy is a starting point to healing and changing patterns that have not been working. We work to help each unique client develop a new way to feel confident in approaching life matter what comes their way.
Accepting New Clients! Immediate openings > book instantly through our website! At We understand that being stuck and feeling like everything you have tried has left you hopeless is one of the most painful experiences. We help our clients feel empowered by helping them to see their own strengths and by teaching them new research-based tools to help focus and guide them for lasting change. We believe that therapy is a starting point to healing and changing patterns that have not been working. We work to help each unique client develop a new way to feel confident in approaching life matter what comes their way.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 35 years of experience working with individuals of all ages, couples, and families. If you are feeling stressed, anxious, depressed, or overwhelmed by relationship issues or any number of life's challenges, I look forward to sharing with you the tools, skills, and wisdom that many teachers have taught me. There are wonderful research based tools that help us uplift our mood, feel more hopeful, relate more lovingly to self and others, and change our perspective on life. These tools can help us immediately!
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 35 years of experience working with individuals of all ages, couples, and families. If you are feeling stressed, anxious, depressed, or overwhelmed by relationship issues or any number of life's challenges, I look forward to sharing with you the tools, skills, and wisdom that many teachers have taught me. There are wonderful research based tools that help us uplift our mood, feel more hopeful, relate more lovingly to self and others, and change our perspective on life. These tools can help us immediately!
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Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists
How does acceptance and commitment therapy work?
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages a person to listen to their self-talk. A person’s inner dialog can be indicative of how they treat themselves. ACT also encourages self-compassion; this can lead to a better understanding of negative thought patterns and emotional states. This understanding can then lead the individual to needed behavior change.
What are the goals of acceptance and commitment therapy?
The goal of acceptance and commitment is to expand a person’s psychological flexibility, a trait that encourages an individual to live in the present moment and to accept all their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, even ones that are difficult such as sadness and anxiety. In ACT, this acceptance is congruent with the individual’s values and beliefs.
Does acceptance and commitment therapy work for depression?
Acceptance and commitment therapy is effective for depression because it allows the individual to view their discomfort and suffering differently. Depressive feelings about relationship heartaches, for example, are a part of life. A despondent person learns to let go of their struggles and instead view their painful thoughts and feelings with compassion. This will lead the individual toward positive change.
How long are people typically in acceptance and commitment therapy?
A typical acceptance and commitment therapy session is 50 minutes long with one session per week. Treatment for common problems such as anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties can last between eight weeks to four months. However, more severe cases may require more than one session a week and/or a longer time frame for treatment.
