Therapists Beginning With B in Colorado

My passion of enabling individuals with special needs reach their potential. For the past 30 years, I have been working with people with all types of special needs-intellectual disabilities, head injuries, physical disabilities and dementia. Because I have seen both sides of the coin, being learning disabled with dyslexia and teaching special needs clients, I have a unique perspective that makes me effective in integrating people with special needs into their environment.

My focus is on working with adults who are transitioning through personal and relationship challenges. They may be learning to cope with painful events (divorce, infidelity, loss of a loved one, or life-limiting medical diagnosis). They may also be struggling with emotional suffering from recurring episodes of anxiety, depression, or trauma. My clients have self-doubt, excessive guilt, challenges accepting personal failures, or difficulty finding personal fulfillment or reaching life goals. They aspire to find comfort in their daily life, reduction in emotional suffering, have greater self-confidence, and have motivation to succeed.

I have some limited openings and I am only accepting clients for OCD-related concerns and Tourette’s/Tic Disorders at this time. If you are struggling with intrusive thoughts, compulsions, phobias, or social anxieties, I would be talk over the phone or sit down for a consultation to see if treatment with me may be helpful. I have worked with a variety of concerns in the past, but have limited my practice to OCD-related disorders and Tourette’s/Tic Disorders due to limited treatment availability in the area.

I have been working in the mental health field for over 20 years and have experience ranging from early childhood to chronic adult, in a variety of settings including community mental health outpatient clinics, residential treatment homes and day treatment. I enjoy working mostly with children and their families to help them cope with a variety of issues such as behavioral and school related issues, peer relationships, family relationships, grief and loss as well as victims of abuse, neglect, domestic violence or other traumatic events. Although I see children of all ages, I specialize in early childhood.

Drawing from practices in innovation, positive psychology, and behavioral science, I’ve developed simple yet powerful techniques to help people change and grow. I’m the creator of the Stanford University class “Do It Anyway! Creating a life of passionate action” and the author of the book “Fail Fast, Fail Often: how losing can help you win”, an Oprah editor's choice selection. My work has been featured in the New York Times, NPR, and The Atlantic. As a therapist, I’m compassionate, warm and practical. I enjoy taking the time to understand and appreciate my clients, while empowering them with modern tools to promote rapid change.

Welcome! As an LCSW therapist, I am committed to helping you find your path while ensuring you feel safe and supported in the process. My passion is working collaboratively utilizing person-centered and strengths-based approaches to explore the root of the issue and finding relief and clarity in a way that makes sense for you. Whether you are working through trauma, struggling with addiction, in the grieving process or simply needing support, I am here to work with you to achieve your therapy goals.

Are you seeking to change relationship, behavioral, or emotional dynamics that cause distress? Are you tired of feeling anxious, irritable, or down? Maybe you had a past traumatic event that is still affecting you. Regardless, you are ready to work through difficult feelings, thoughts, and or memories to gain insight into how they drive you and transform this insight into stronger relationships, better behavior choices, and regulated emotions.

A wise friend of mine once told me, “There is no such thing as a hopeless situation, and you are not a hopeless person.” That changed the trajectory of my life. This very phrase gave me choice and freedom, yet at the same time held me to a high standard of who I wanted to become. I felt seen. Since then, I’ve carried that truth around in my heart, pulling it out whenever I get stuck or lose sight of who I truly am. I view therapy the same way. No matter what situation you are in, it is not hopeless, and you are not hopeless. As your therapist, I accept your differences, your thoughts, and your story.

My work with the dying and their loved ones has inspired me to live more fully, it has reinforced my commitment to advocate and support people through grief. Conscious grieving is hard work, even knowing it's a natural process, our culture still denies it. Feeling isolated by grief is an experience that is meant to be supported. Being a witness for the "grieving hearts" is one of the areas of privilege in my life. I am truly deepened in my own journey because of this sacred opportunity to do this rich work with people.

Running faster doesn't help... If you're running in the wrong direction! Tired of feeling like no one gets it and nothing seems to change? Our relationship will be safe. A trusted, non-judgmental person that gives you the time you want and the tools you need. Together we will get you where you're trying to go. We'll focus on your unique circumstances to create realistic 'outside the box' solutions. I've had huge success helping people heal from the past and become un-stuck from repetitive negative patterns. Restore balance or create it, You are not alone!

I believe most people are looking to feel connected. I see therapy as a space to explore the obstacles keeping us from connecting to other people, to our values, or towards our goals. I have a special interest in relationship issues and family of origin issues, which can often be precursors to depression, anxiety, personality disorders, trauma, sleep issues, eating disorders, and a myriad of other mental health problems. I use predominantly psychodynamic methods in my clinical work and I believe that exploring our past is crucial in understanding and changing the present.

I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, focus on relational, attachment, and childhood trauma issues. I have experience working with children, individuals, couples and families to address relationship difficulty, anxiety, depression, major life transitions, miscommunication and conflict, among other issues.

After earning my Bachelor's degree in Psychology and my Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy and Counseling, I have worked with a variety of clients and families and gained extensive experience with grief therapy for families. As a Family Therapist, I integrate mindfulness and emotional validation into my care so that my clients can better understand themselves, their partners, and their family relationships.

I'm here to help women through all seasons of their lives. I'm passionate about holding space for you if you've had or are thinking of having an abortion, have experienced pregnancy loss, need help prenatally, are struggling postpartum, need someone to talk to about career, relationships, or parenting, and if you need space for the transition through menopause. No matter where you are in your journey, I'm here to walk with you.

Making a change in life is not always easy, but also not impossible. Gain insight and make lasting changes in your life in an encouraging, safe, and supportive environment. Learn to develop the confidence and skills to be a happy, healthy, and successful individual. My background includes working with anxiety, depression, attention/focus issues, motivation, trauma, life transitions, relationships, stress management, family system issues, and substance abuse. Using a relational and solution-focused approach, I provide support and strategies individualized for your needs.

Amanda works with individuals who are looking to gain insight into themselves and improve their quality of life. She seeks to understand each individual holistically, including their backgrounds and the strengths they already possess to provide an individualized approach. Amanda believes that establishing a strong alliance with her clients is essential to getting the most out of therapy and creating lasting change. Through this alliance, she partners with her clients to explore and address thought and behavior patterns that serve as barriers to enjoying life fully.

Something's not right, and maybe you can't quite put your finger on it. Perhaps you're struggling with depression (sadness, disinterest) or worrying about something more than you'd like to. Perhaps that memory you hate just won't leave you alone. Maybe you're having difficulty talking to your spouse, or mom, or brother. Perhaps you're feeling distant from your spouse, but you're just not sure why. If any of these resonate, I'd like to offer my help.