Family Therapy in Westminster, CO
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Katie Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, MFTC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
in Couple &
Family Therapy
.
Choosing a therapist can sometimes feel daunting and overwhelming—it is certainly a courageous and vulnerable act! That is why I do my best to create an experience for my clients that is warm, welcoming, authentic, and trusting. Part of why I decided to become a therapist is because I highly value the relationships in my life, including the relationships I form with the people I work with in therapy. While relationships can sometimes be sources of immense distress, pain, confusion, and loneliness, I also believe that when they are healthy and safe, they have the ability to soothe, comfort, and generate powerful change.

Carli Wall
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, BA, MA
Verified
Verified
I always tailor my approach to my clients’ needs, integrating progressive theories in my practice such as: Gottman (level one certified), Emotionally Focused Therapy, Satir's Human Growth Model, Somatic Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Play Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Internal
Family
Systems model.
The first steps in moving forward in life may involve a deeper understanding of yourself, your relationships and your desires and goals. My therapeutic style is a warm, safe space free of judgment and full of curiosity. Whether you are new to therapy or an armchair psychologist, I will help you build your own tool kit to navigate your challenges and goals. After establishing trust, together we will explore your challenges through awareness of their impact on the relationships that mean the most to you. I feel confident working with me will bring a new perspective, sense of understanding, and tools to use in your journey forward.

Hannah Bruce
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MA, LPCC
Verified
Verified
My approach to counseling is humanistic and client-centered, and I strive to provide a warm, safe, and accepting environment for all clients. I believe that all people seeking therapy deserve to feel respected and safe, and I strive to connect authentically with each client to meet their needs. I work as a part of KidStuff Child and
Family
Counseling, P.C. and I have a depth of understanding of trauma, anxiety, depression, conflict, low self-worth, abuse, and attachment disruption. I utilize many effective modalities including play therapy, creative arts interventions, and engaging talk therapy.

Marian Perry
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, CHT, LPC, MFTC
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
I use emotionally-focused therapy (EFT) with individuals, couples and families to create stronger bonds between
family
members.
Do you sometimes feel alone in the world? Do you sometimes wonder "is this all there is?" Do you often wonder if everyone else has some sort of secret knowledge, that if only you had, would make your life better? Many of us feel these things at one time or another in our lives and sometimes we get "stuck" and feel unable to move forward. I will walk with you and help you understand where these issues come from and what you can do to feel better.

Grace in Balance
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
My name is Felicidad Fraser. I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and founder of Grace in Balance, PLLC. Simply put, life has moments that may throw you for a loop. It happens to all of us and sometimes you just need someone to talk to. You don't have to go it alone. Here at GIB, we offer trauma informed yoga and real talk therapy, as well as group therapy, and a
family
outreach liaison on board to help you through those troubling times, without shame or judgement. Let us help you, help YOU.

Tommy Adanalian
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LAC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am passionate about healing trauma with the power of human connection while also utilizing evidence-based approaches, such as, EMDR, CBT, Solution-Focused, Motivational Interviewing, and Functional
Family Therapy
.
Stepping out of your comfort zone can be a difficult experience. In order to grow we must take that leap. My role is to join individuals taking those risks and create a safe place to explore the possibilities. My approach can help people develop new insights into themselves by healing trauma and recognizing their inherent strengths. Using their own strengths people grow confidence to be their true self.

Level Up! Counseling & Consulting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LAC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Are you struggling with feeling anxious, sad, and overwhelmed most of the time? Do you find yourself slipping into unhealthy habits and negative thinking, feeling like things are out of control? Are you spending more time alone, isolated from
family
and friends and unable to enjoy the things you once did?

McKenna Downing
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern
Verified
Verified
Before pursuing a Master's Degree in Marriage and
Family Therapy
, I worked at a non-profit for three years as a personal care aide and in the case management of individuals with developmental disabilities. The populations I served ranged from 12 to 76-year-olds diagnosed with various developmental disabilities and psychiatric disorders. This experience changed my life and perspective. I left this with the understanding that no behavior or reaction occurs within a vacuum. Strong social support networks, personal agency, and resources are critical to personal growth.

Marta Jasinska
LPC
Verified
Verified
I use both art and talk therapy to treat children, adolescents, adults and families with relational struggles, mood disorders, anxiety, substance abuse, life transitions, grief and more. I am an art therapist, often inviting my clients to drop into their body in order to move further from the busy mind. I believe that growth comes from the commitment to the therapeutic process. In
family
work I specialize in high-conflict divorce and co-parenting. My focus is on helping parents support their children best in the process of divorce and post divorce reality.
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Dolores DeVargas-Schoonover
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CACII, CEDS
Verified
Verified
I approach my work with my clients with the belief that
family
unity is an important factor to healing. The
family
is viewed as a whole, I incorporate
Family
Systems Theory to guide my clients through their individual healing. “The whole is greater than the sum of it’s parts” -Aristotle

Conrad Prososki
Pre-Licensed Professional, MFTC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am a pre-licensed Marriage and
Family Therapist
Candidate.
For as long as I can remember, I have wanted to help others. Active listening, being empathetic, and showing compassion for others during tough times has always come naturally to me. I strive to bring these natural strengths, as well as the tools I have learned throughout my time as a student, to give the best possible care to each of my clients/families/couples. I believe that a client should be able to leave each therapy session with a greater understanding and self-awareness of how they can navigate through their lives.

Carrie Rush
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern
Verified
Verified
Hi, my name is Carrie! As a Therapist, I work with families, couples, children, and adolescents on a variety of issues. My focus areas are life transitions, postpartum and perinatal loss, LGBTQIA+
family
systems, and child and adolescent issues. Let’s work together to create an empowering story for you and your
family
!

Emma Johnson
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, MFTC, CAS
Verified
Verified
As a pre-licensed Marriage and
Family therapist
, my focus is on treating the whole system opposed to only part of the unit. My education and work experience has focused on populations including couples, families, and individuals. The areas that I specialize in are substance use, eating disorders, premarital and marital distress, mental health diagnoses, behavioral health diagnoses, and trauma.

Courageous Counseling Colorado
Licensed Professional Counselor, RPT
Verified
7 Endorsed
Verified
7 Endorsed
We enjoy working with clients experiencing
family
changes, illness or death in the
family
, anxiety, and behavioral, mood, or self-esteem issues.
Kristen Sandine LPC, RPT, Lori Honea LPCC, Wejdan Felmban LPCC, MFT, and Josie Ampaw MSW, MFT have dedicated their lives to guiding children and supporting families. We are all passionate about advocating for and supporting the LGBTQIA+ community through therapy. Josie enjoys supporting adolescents with mood disorders and couples and families who are working towards their relationship goals. Lori has a background in School Counseling, helping kids and teens with issues around school, and also enjoys parent coaching. Wejdan offers therapy for couples and children, Sandtray therapy with EMDR, and Attachment and Strength-based therapy.

Kate Peterson
Marriage and Family Therapist Candidate, MFTC, LPCC, MA, MTS
Verified
Verified
Are you motivated to make a meaningful change in your life, but frustrated by not knowing where to start? Are you in the midst of a
family
or relationship conflict and feeling helpless, hopeless, or exhausted by a lack of resolution? Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, or grief and loss? Do you just want to feel better? I am here to guide you toward the change and healing you seek. My clients experience a balance of empathy, compassion, accountability, and gentle challenge in each session, all focused toward fostering personal and relational growth. Are you ready to do the work? Let's start together!

Randy A. Braley, PhD, LMFT
Psychologist, PhD, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I work with all members of the individual patient's
family
as treatment resources.
I practice on behalf of children/adolescents and their families through parent-empowerment strategies. I use cognitive (thought based), behavioral approaches to correct unwanted conduct and/or attitudes in children/adolescents. I have extensive clinical experience in treating oppositional and defiant youth in a community, juvenile justice and hospital setting. I have been trained in intervention strategies for eating disordered teens and adults, from within their
family
systems. I focus on the individual and relational strenghths already in place to promote change.

Vicki A Tucker
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LAC, RN
Verified
Verified
I help troubled teens and adults who suffer from anxiety, depression, childhood abuse,
family
of origin issues, PTSD, sexual abuse/assault, incest, domestic violence, substance abuse, self-esteem issues, pregnancy and postpartum mood disorders, couples therapy, divorce, parenting, Christian/Spiritual counseling, cult abuse, and dissociative disorders.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Addictions Counselor, and Registered Nurse. My approach to health and well-being is rooted in the belief that we have within us the capacity to live satisfying, engaged, empowered, joyful, and meaningful lives. I help my clients get to the root of what is holding them back, and transform limiting patterns so they can live a happy, healthy life. My style is compassionate, direct, supportive, and creative.

Hannah DeGroot, LPC, Trained Enneagram Coach
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, CAC II, NCC
Verified
8 Endorsed
Verified
8 Endorsed
Do you feel that your mindset is holding you back from achieving growth in your personal or professional life? Do you dream of success but feel stuck in your own head about your ability to flourish? Or maybe you feel isolated in your struggles as a professional, stay-at-home parent, retiree, or student. I want you to know that you are not alone. I specialize in helping people find direction, motivation, and skills to manage the stress of juggling their personal and professional lives. I am passionate about helping individuals find freedom from their anxiety, depression, addictions, relational/
family
issues and negative self-image.

KidStuff Child and Family Counseling, P.C.
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCSW, LMFT
Verified
Verified
KidStuff Child &
Family
Counseling, P.C. specializes in helping kids, families and adults navigate life's challenges and improve overall wellness. LifeStuff, HardStuff, AdultStuff: whatever your reasons for seeking therapy, our therapists will collaborate with you to create a therapeutic experience to meet your needs. Our therapists are open and welcoming while supporting clients through their healing process. If you have Medicaid health insurance, commercial insurance, or are looking for a reasonably affordable cash-pay option, we have options for in-office and telehealth services.

Hishara Jansz
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Hishara is a licensed Marriage and
Family therapist
who works with children, adolescents, adults, families and couples from diverse cultures. She uses a holistic, client-centered, cultural-oriented and strength-based perspective in her work. Hishara will also engage in animal assisted therapy with her "official" side-kick Lava, when it is therapeutically appropriate. She treats a wide range of individual and relational issues, meets people where they're at in their journey towards healing and works within their reality to help them recognize and build on their own strengths to face and overcome challenges.
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.