Compassion Focused Therapists in Saguache County, CO

If you are a person in Colorado or Oregon and have a desire to heal from past trauma or attachment wounds, I would love to be a part of your journey. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in both Colorado and Oregon and provide fully remote teletherapy services to clients in both states. My goal with Embrace Today Counseling is to create a safe space where trauma and attachment wounds can be interacted with and healed in a way that allows the client to feel completely aligned, stable, and confident. Clinically I practice from a trauma informed, whole person perspective and believe that the client is the expert on themselves.

I have always had a genuine interest in the uniqueness and well-being of others. I believe that we can all grow from the situations we have experienced. Whether that experience be divorce, abuse, addiction, or trauma of some sort. Our brains & bodies have a way of healing themselves through processing. Certain experiences can cause us to feel alone, anxious, sad, depressed, unmotivated, angry, violated, exposed, and at times emotionally unstable. Here in therapy I walk the journey with you as we work through emotions, gain insight, and create more beneficial perspectives. I provide a space of safety, understanding, and compassion.

Say yes to life. If you believe it, you can achieve it. Sometimes it just feels better to have someone help with the navigation to get from where you are to where you want to be. "The way out of a negative feeling is a positive decision followed by action". To quote Dr. Patricia Allan Ph.D. Maybe you have discovered another layer of trauma, anger, depression, anxiety, relationship or job dissatisfaction that keeps you from wanting to get out of bed in the morning? Change can happen in your relationships with yourself and with others and in your job performance. Change starts here.

Many of us are searching for greater meaning and purpose in our lives. Often we look outside ourselves for answers instead of towards our own resilient hearts. For 26 years I've worked with couples and individuals seeking more fulfillment in their lives and relationships. Whatever the challenge you are facing, there is a way through. This is your time for happiness and to become the person you are meant to be.

Are you feeling stuck or alone in your process? Maybe that you’re drowning in your thoughts or having difficulty enduring this thing we like to call “life?” Life is about enduring and that comes with its challenges. As humans, we don’t endure well alone. Trauma is not what has happened to us, it’s how we are impacted by what’s happened. Whether or not we like the word, we all have levels of trauma and need a place to sort through it. Trauma can be a scary word, but I want to emphasize that even the silent treatment is a big T trauma to a little kid, which can impact their functioning for a lifetime.

We are a group of highly-qualified mental health therapists serving all over CO via telehealth and in-person (offices in Aurora). Our licensed therapists and supervised LPCC/SWC/intern providers take most insurances including Medicaid. See c4vl.com or photo gallery for details on our clinicians, & specialties, insurances. We are committed to anti-racist, neurodivergent-affirming, and GLBTQIA+ allied practice. We have providers who speak Spanish, French, and Russian. Hablamos Espanol tambien! Email us with this info: In-person or telehealth, Insurance, Age, describe needs to be addressed.

I specialize in anxiety, trauma, & relationship issues. Anxiety doesn't have to be something you just live with - you can learn to manage it. Your trauma or abuse story may stem from chilchood abuse, neglect or attachment wounding, or perhpas your've been wounded spiritually or relationally as an adult. Improving your mental health can change your life, restore hope, heal emotional wounds, & move your life and relationships in the direction you desire. Counseling is a journey - sometimes tough, always rewarding - and I'd be honored to join you on yours. Christian counseling is an option if you prefer faith woven into counseling.

I offer individuals the opportunity to experience emotional wellness and personal growth in a safe and supportive environment. My goal is to help individuals seeking a better understanding of themselves, improve symptoms of depression or anxiety, aid in the development of new healthy stress management techniques, increase self-awareness and develop a true sense of self-worth. Inner Harmony is a non-judge mental space for those motivated for interpersonal wellness. I have an eclectic approach to therapy and include whole person wellness, Art expression, education on Nutritions impact on our mental and emotional wellness and more.

I believe too many women are suffering in silence and isolation as they give of themselves but don't receive the same support in return. I consider myself to be both "eclectic" and "holistic" in my approach, meaning that I use different types of proven psychotherapies (like CBT, ACT, Mindfulness-Based therapies) to help with the health and wellness of the mind, body, and spirit. Together this means I know that one method doesn't work for everyone and that I find it important to look at the whole you. You will be getting a customized healing journey that you help create because I trust that you are the best expert on your life. 

Life is a roller coaster; full of highs and lows, sometimes we need some help navigating life’s twists and turns. Creating a relationship with a therapist can be daunting and scary; the first step is often one of the hardest. As with life, therapy has ups and downs. My role as a therapist is to provide tools and offer insight. I offer a free 20-minute consultation to provide the opportunity to see if we are a good fit. As I counselor I want each session to feel unique to you. I am trained and certified in may therapeutic modalities in order to provide the most tailored experience.

Holistic wellness involves the whole person- heart, mind, soul and body. Modern lifestyles can cause us to become disconnected from wellness in each of these dimensions. Wellness Coaching assists individuals in creating a focus and meeting goals. As a Lifestyle and Wellness coach I collaborate with clients in the process of creating and achieving intended goals. The client is the expert in the process and as the coach I utilize specialized skills to assist my clients in drawing out lifestyle changes.

Have you or your child tried traditional talk therapy but found the approach didn't quite hit home? Sometimes we have to take a more creative approach to life's challenges. Maybe you or your child are experiencing anxiety, going through a life change, experiencing loss, or difficulties at school or work. You are looking for a new approach and way to gain insight into life's problems, or support for your child as they navigate experiences through their own lens. Perhaps you have a strong connection with animals, and understand how they positively affect your life. If so, you have come to the right place!

I welcome the opportunity to work with individuals who are driven to make positive changes, who may currently be experiencing difficult circumstances, and/or who seek guidance in navigating personal relationships. I want to help clients identify areas for growth and to be adequately prepared for any obstacles.

As the Owner, Executive Clinical director, and parent to a child with “specialized needs”, Christie understands how important a whole-child approach is when working with children. She believes wholeheartedly, that whole parents raise whole kids! Therefore, so much of what she provides, serves parents too! Her facility, Whole Kids Co. is a multi-disciplinary Counseling and Autism Center. It serves children, teens, and college-aged kids (and their parents too!) through: testing, counseling, ABA, OT, PT, Speech, social groups, nutritional/wellness training, parent training/therapy, and educational advocacy.

In this age of narcissism and self-discovery, many are feeling isolated and alienated from others, causing us to reassess our relationships and personal choices. Many are disillusioned, anxious and depressed due to unwanted life experiences that threaten our sense of security and block our path to happiness. During this time of cultural and personal insecurity, some seek a space for guided reflection, discovery and contemplation of possibilities previously unconsidered. I provide services that promote healthy outcomes and empower clients to make authentic, self-directed changes that align with personal needs, values and aspirations.