Trauma Focused Therapists in Wheat Ridge, CO
Thanks for visiting my page. I have discovered a common obstacle among clients is how they are highly self-critical with themselves and subsequently experience distress in their world. This process manifests into or intensifies symptoms (i.e. depression, anxiety, trauma, low self-worth, and/or relationship issues, etc). Using a relational approach, I work to help clients build self-awareness, add language to their past experiences that impact their present, and build skills to cope. My intention is to help you experience long-term well-being where we not only treat the symptoms, but also explore the root of your concerns.
Thanks for visiting my page. I have discovered a common obstacle among clients is how they are highly self-critical with themselves and subsequently experience distress in their world. This process manifests into or intensifies symptoms (i.e. depression, anxiety, trauma, low self-worth, and/or relationship issues, etc). Using a relational approach, I work to help clients build self-awareness, add language to their past experiences that impact their present, and build skills to cope. My intention is to help you experience long-term well-being where we not only treat the symptoms, but also explore the root of your concerns.
I specialize in the treatment of psychological trauma, and its subsequent issues including anxiety, depression, and substance abuse. I have extensive experience working with attachment issues, family system concerns, developmental disabilities, and autism spectrum disorders. My therapeutic lens is person-centered. I believe every individual is the master of their own experience. I also see individuals as part of a bigger system. Oftentimes it is crucial to focus on the bigger system to foster change. Within this framework, I use art therapy as my method for healing.
I specialize in the treatment of psychological trauma, and its subsequent issues including anxiety, depression, and substance abuse. I have extensive experience working with attachment issues, family system concerns, developmental disabilities, and autism spectrum disorders. My therapeutic lens is person-centered. I believe every individual is the master of their own experience. I also see individuals as part of a bigger system. Oftentimes it is crucial to focus on the bigger system to foster change. Within this framework, I use art therapy as my method for healing.
I work with adults, teens, transition age youth, and their families. I help them manage anxiety, depression, trauma, and behavioral concerns. This includes high achievers struggling with perfectionism/anxiety, depressed clients where brushing their teeth in the morning was a success, those going through or post a divorce, families who are struggling to get along or function, and anyone experiencing a change in life that causes stress. It is my aim to help clients understand both themselves and their relationships more fully.
I work with adults, teens, transition age youth, and their families. I help them manage anxiety, depression, trauma, and behavioral concerns. This includes high achievers struggling with perfectionism/anxiety, depressed clients where brushing their teeth in the morning was a success, those going through or post a divorce, families who are struggling to get along or function, and anyone experiencing a change in life that causes stress. It is my aim to help clients understand both themselves and their relationships more fully.
My ideal client is someone who is ready to take action to make changes in their thoughts and behavior. They are open to learning different perspectives and techniques to address symptoms directly. They would be experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, panic attacks, ocd, ptsd, and/or personality disorders. My ideal client could be anyone 18 to 90. I have worked as a psychologist for 15 years and have extensive experience working with a population diverse in cultural and ethnic identity, spiritual beliefs, sexual orientation, gender identity, and socioeconomic status. I value each person has a unique experience and perspective.
My ideal client is someone who is ready to take action to make changes in their thoughts and behavior. They are open to learning different perspectives and techniques to address symptoms directly. They would be experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, panic attacks, ocd, ptsd, and/or personality disorders. My ideal client could be anyone 18 to 90. I have worked as a psychologist for 15 years and have extensive experience working with a population diverse in cultural and ethnic identity, spiritual beliefs, sexual orientation, gender identity, and socioeconomic status. I value each person has a unique experience and perspective.
My work centers with LGBTQIA+, BIPOC, Immigrant, Refugee community members. Client specialty; Intergenerational Trauma, Grief & Loss, Domestic Violence, Family Violence, Foster Care-Adoption, Veterans, Life transitions, First-Generation Professionals, Therapy for the Therapist, Post-Partum, Last-Chance Couples Therapy. To co-elevate with community members intersectionality, resilience and journey toward healing.
My work centers with LGBTQIA+, BIPOC, Immigrant, Refugee community members. Client specialty; Intergenerational Trauma, Grief & Loss, Domestic Violence, Family Violence, Foster Care-Adoption, Veterans, Life transitions, First-Generation Professionals, Therapy for the Therapist, Post-Partum, Last-Chance Couples Therapy. To co-elevate with community members intersectionality, resilience and journey toward healing.
Hi, I’m Alex and I’m so happy you are here. Throughout my 11+ years practicing as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker I have found that whether folks are coming to therapy for the first or fifth time, that being my genuine self has brought others at ease during our time together. This will often include use humor, compassion, honesty and occasional sarcasm. What it won’t include is rigidity, judgment, panic or shame. My work is deeply relational and I care for my clients immensely. I received my Master's degree in Clinical Social Work with Advanced Standing from the University at Albany, New York.
Hi, I’m Alex and I’m so happy you are here. Throughout my 11+ years practicing as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker I have found that whether folks are coming to therapy for the first or fifth time, that being my genuine self has brought others at ease during our time together. This will often include use humor, compassion, honesty and occasional sarcasm. What it won’t include is rigidity, judgment, panic or shame. My work is deeply relational and I care for my clients immensely. I received my Master's degree in Clinical Social Work with Advanced Standing from the University at Albany, New York.
Couples and individuals usually find their way to me after realizing life has gotten hard in a way they can’t quite figure out on their own. A tiny comment spirals into a whole evening of overthinking every angle. A simple plan suddenly feels impossible. Or two people who love each other end up in opposite corners over something neither even remembers. Nothing about this makes them dramatic or broken, it just means something important is going unheard. I help my clients slow things down enough to get clear on what is happening underneath the surface so they can finally make sense of it and start to change.
Couples and individuals usually find their way to me after realizing life has gotten hard in a way they can’t quite figure out on their own. A tiny comment spirals into a whole evening of overthinking every angle. A simple plan suddenly feels impossible. Or two people who love each other end up in opposite corners over something neither even remembers. Nothing about this makes them dramatic or broken, it just means something important is going unheard. I help my clients slow things down enough to get clear on what is happening underneath the surface so they can finally make sense of it and start to change.
It is easy to feel overwhelmed and out of control when your best efforts to manage are not enough. Sometimes emotions like anger, anxiety, or depression are too intense, making it hard to deal with even the day to day. Sometimes, your support system is not able to meet your needs or perhaps an issue is so impactful it requires expertise to successfully address it. There is support for these tough times. Whether skills and strategies need bolstering or deep hurts healed, you do not have to face this alone.
It is easy to feel overwhelmed and out of control when your best efforts to manage are not enough. Sometimes emotions like anger, anxiety, or depression are too intense, making it hard to deal with even the day to day. Sometimes, your support system is not able to meet your needs or perhaps an issue is so impactful it requires expertise to successfully address it. There is support for these tough times. Whether skills and strategies need bolstering or deep hurts healed, you do not have to face this alone.
My ideal client is someone who has felt unheard, overlooked, or minimized—someone whose voice has been disempowered by family dynamics, relationships, or past experiences. They often come to therapy feeling disconnected from their emotions or unsure how to express them in healthy ways. Their goal is to grow, to reclaim their sense of control, and to discover that the catalyst for change already exists within them. They’re motivated by a quiet inner desire for something better: more self-understanding.
My ideal client is someone who has felt unheard, overlooked, or minimized—someone whose voice has been disempowered by family dynamics, relationships, or past experiences. They often come to therapy feeling disconnected from their emotions or unsure how to express them in healthy ways. Their goal is to grow, to reclaim their sense of control, and to discover that the catalyst for change already exists within them. They’re motivated by a quiet inner desire for something better: more self-understanding.
Kristina Lujan: Couples, Relationships &
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPC, ADHD-CC
6 Endorsed
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
You keep having what feels like the same cycle of arguments in your relationship. You feel misunderstood, or like your needs aren’t being met. Maybe you feel disconnected and alone sitting right next to each other. Stress from work, school, or family life add pressure. You want desperately to communicate better, understand each other, and feel closer but. The pattern feels exhausting. You’re ready to rebuild connection, trust, and closeness again and ready to try something new. We specialize in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) to help couples understand and break through the negative cycle that keeps them stuck.
You keep having what feels like the same cycle of arguments in your relationship. You feel misunderstood, or like your needs aren’t being met. Maybe you feel disconnected and alone sitting right next to each other. Stress from work, school, or family life add pressure. You want desperately to communicate better, understand each other, and feel closer but. The pattern feels exhausting. You’re ready to rebuild connection, trust, and closeness again and ready to try something new. We specialize in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) to help couples understand and break through the negative cycle that keeps them stuck.
Are you feeling stuck in a cycle of old patterns or navigating difficult transitions? I’m here to help you embrace change, unlock your strengths, and empower yourself to create the life you envision. I believe in the healing power of nature and various creative processes, appreciating their ability to restore, inspire, and ground us. Incorporating this therapeutic potential can encourage individuals to uncover the resilience and inner strengths they already possess. My passion is guiding clients to thrive as they navigate life's challenges.
Are you feeling stuck in a cycle of old patterns or navigating difficult transitions? I’m here to help you embrace change, unlock your strengths, and empower yourself to create the life you envision. I believe in the healing power of nature and various creative processes, appreciating their ability to restore, inspire, and ground us. Incorporating this therapeutic potential can encourage individuals to uncover the resilience and inner strengths they already possess. My passion is guiding clients to thrive as they navigate life's challenges.
We help families, teens, and adult individuals who are struggling. We offer them help when they are working through personal struggles, marriage/couple troubles, family concerns, the difficult teen years, emotional/behavioral issues, or other difficult life circumstances. This process can be scary and I commend you for starting it!
We help families, teens, and adult individuals who are struggling. We offer them help when they are working through personal struggles, marriage/couple troubles, family concerns, the difficult teen years, emotional/behavioral issues, or other difficult life circumstances. This process can be scary and I commend you for starting it!
My approach in therapy is honest, direct and warm. I believe in getting to the healing and finding sustainable ways through the stuckness. I will do my best to help you listen deeply and accurately to yourself. I specialize in individual trauma resolutions (PTSD and C-PTSD/complex trauma, attachment healing and relationships, life transitions, grief/loss, anxiety/depression. I work with individuals, couples and some families.
My approach in therapy is honest, direct and warm. I believe in getting to the healing and finding sustainable ways through the stuckness. I will do my best to help you listen deeply and accurately to yourself. I specialize in individual trauma resolutions (PTSD and C-PTSD/complex trauma, attachment healing and relationships, life transitions, grief/loss, anxiety/depression. I work with individuals, couples and some families.
I help teens, families, and adults who are struggling with trauma. This comes in many forms including complex, generational, and acute trauma. I believe that trauma can present itself in myriad of distressing symptoms including but not limited to outbursts, isolation, dissociation, depression, difficulty in relationships, anxiety and fear, and loss of self. I want to be able to work together with my clients to help relive what can often be a life long struggle with the symptoms of traumatic events.
I help teens, families, and adults who are struggling with trauma. This comes in many forms including complex, generational, and acute trauma. I believe that trauma can present itself in myriad of distressing symptoms including but not limited to outbursts, isolation, dissociation, depression, difficulty in relationships, anxiety and fear, and loss of self. I want to be able to work together with my clients to help relive what can often be a life long struggle with the symptoms of traumatic events.
Therapy is a journey we take together; you are the expert on your experience, and my role is to help you uncover deeper insights, examine unhelpful patterns, and create meaningful change. I bring curiosity, compassion, and a touch of humor to sessions.
My approach is flexible and tailored to you, blending acceptance and commitment (ACT), emotion-focused (EFIT), internal family systems (IFS), somatic, and person-centered therapies. I am also formally trained in Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy. Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, burnout, or the effects of trauma, we’ll work to get to the heart of what’s holding you back.
Therapy is a journey we take together; you are the expert on your experience, and my role is to help you uncover deeper insights, examine unhelpful patterns, and create meaningful change. I bring curiosity, compassion, and a touch of humor to sessions.
My approach is flexible and tailored to you, blending acceptance and commitment (ACT), emotion-focused (EFIT), internal family systems (IFS), somatic, and person-centered therapies. I am also formally trained in Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy. Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, burnout, or the effects of trauma, we’ll work to get to the heart of what’s holding you back.
“I’m not good enough.”
“What if people think I’m a fraud?”
“What if no one likes me?”
Do some of these statements sound familiar?
Want help dealing with these negative parts?
I’m not talking about the kind of help that keeps you talking about your problems over and over, marinating in them week after week. I’m talking about participating in change therapy; a collaborative effort in forward movement. What can you expect? It’s usually a little uncomfortable facing your deep-down stuff, but so is going down the same old worn-out pathways.
“I’m not good enough.”
“What if people think I’m a fraud?”
“What if no one likes me?”
Do some of these statements sound familiar?
Want help dealing with these negative parts?
I’m not talking about the kind of help that keeps you talking about your problems over and over, marinating in them week after week. I’m talking about participating in change therapy; a collaborative effort in forward movement. What can you expect? It’s usually a little uncomfortable facing your deep-down stuff, but so is going down the same old worn-out pathways.
Kathi Hall - Hope for the Journey Counseling, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CCTP
5 Endorsed
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Many of my clients report feeling sad, anxious, and overwhelmed, and they don’t know how to change that. Whether they feel helpless and disconnected from their partner, or their past trauma is keeping them stuck, they feel lost and alone. If this sounds like you, you are not alone! I can help you find healing, change the patterns that are keeping you stuck, and reconnect with your partner. I've been working with individuals and couples for over 12 years, and it would be my privilege to walk beside you as you find healing for yourself, and your relationship.
Many of my clients report feeling sad, anxious, and overwhelmed, and they don’t know how to change that. Whether they feel helpless and disconnected from their partner, or their past trauma is keeping them stuck, they feel lost and alone. If this sounds like you, you are not alone! I can help you find healing, change the patterns that are keeping you stuck, and reconnect with your partner. I've been working with individuals and couples for over 12 years, and it would be my privilege to walk beside you as you find healing for yourself, and your relationship.
Human connection has always been a passion and priority in my life. I have been working in this field since 2017 and have had the opportunity to work with a wide range of populations including: young children, adolescents, teenagers, adults, couples, and families. I have experience working at different levels of care including outpatient, partial hospitalization, and inpatient facilities. I work from a collaborative and systemic perspective considering all of the inter-moving parts that may be impacting what is going on and together, we decide on the best course of action.
Human connection has always been a passion and priority in my life. I have been working in this field since 2017 and have had the opportunity to work with a wide range of populations including: young children, adolescents, teenagers, adults, couples, and families. I have experience working at different levels of care including outpatient, partial hospitalization, and inpatient facilities. I work from a collaborative and systemic perspective considering all of the inter-moving parts that may be impacting what is going on and together, we decide on the best course of action.
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma Focused CBT, Cognitive Processing Therapy, and Internal Family Systems are my main modalities of treatment.
Accepting new clients in person sessions & teletherapy. It is challenging to seek help when pain and mental health symptoms become overwhelming. Often times we feel alone and misunderstood. I hope to provide you with support and be apart of your journey. I'm looking forward to the opportunity to help you create change in your life. I will work with you to develop safe coping skills and improve your relationships in a safe therapeutic environment. I practice from an accepting, nonjudgmental, and culturally sensitive approach. We will collaborate an individualized treatment plan and goals to help you get the most out of therapy.
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma Focused CBT, Cognitive Processing Therapy, and Internal Family Systems are my main modalities of treatment.
Accepting new clients in person sessions & teletherapy. It is challenging to seek help when pain and mental health symptoms become overwhelming. Often times we feel alone and misunderstood. I hope to provide you with support and be apart of your journey. I'm looking forward to the opportunity to help you create change in your life. I will work with you to develop safe coping skills and improve your relationships in a safe therapeutic environment. I practice from an accepting, nonjudgmental, and culturally sensitive approach. We will collaborate an individualized treatment plan and goals to help you get the most out of therapy.
You may feel weary, stuck, or overwhelmed. You may continue to find yourself in similar patterns in relationships that are frustrating, painful, and decreasing your self-confidence. You have been trying to figure it all out but continue to feel worse. I want you to know that you are not alone and you deserve to know that it is possible to shift these patterns in your life and heal the impact of the past. I want you to know that you no longer need to feel exhausted or disconnected from yourself to feel worthy of love or care or to feel successful in your life.
You may feel weary, stuck, or overwhelmed. You may continue to find yourself in similar patterns in relationships that are frustrating, painful, and decreasing your self-confidence. You have been trying to figure it all out but continue to feel worse. I want you to know that you are not alone and you deserve to know that it is possible to shift these patterns in your life and heal the impact of the past. I want you to know that you no longer need to feel exhausted or disconnected from yourself to feel worthy of love or care or to feel successful in your life.
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