Couples Counseling Therapists in Boulder, CO
Ella Schmidt
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80304
The past several years have been stressful for most people- and often compounded by loss. Whether the tremendous shock of a death, the ending of a relationship, a change in parenting, the loss of a pet, or a move or change in career- the experience of loss & subsequent grief is unavoidable. My work is with families, individuals or couples who are feeling the weight of change. As a Depth & Analytic Psychotherapist with Trauma and body centered training, my focus is to create a safe transformative space for your healing & integration. Together we will discover how your pivotal experiences can positively inform your life going forward.
The past several years have been stressful for most people- and often compounded by loss. Whether the tremendous shock of a death, the ending of a relationship, a change in parenting, the loss of a pet, or a move or change in career- the experience of loss & subsequent grief is unavoidable. My work is with families, individuals or couples who are feeling the weight of change. As a Depth & Analytic Psychotherapist with Trauma and body centered training, my focus is to create a safe transformative space for your healing & integration. Together we will discover how your pivotal experiences can positively inform your life going forward.
Dr. Leslie Alter
Psychologist Candidate, PsyD
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80302
Psychotherapy is a window for self-discovery. For me, this process centers around the therapeutic relationship. In collaboration, I can help you better understand historical patterns, with yourself and others, while creating a contained, consistent, and reparative relational experience. Through this exploration, we look beyond what exists on the surface to understand and address the root causes of challenging thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. This is how we can live our most authentic lives.
Psychotherapy is a window for self-discovery. For me, this process centers around the therapeutic relationship. In collaboration, I can help you better understand historical patterns, with yourself and others, while creating a contained, consistent, and reparative relational experience. Through this exploration, we look beyond what exists on the surface to understand and address the root causes of challenging thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. This is how we can live our most authentic lives.
Nicol Pate
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80302 (Online Only)
I specialize in EFT and trauma therapy for couples, families and individuals. I am a Certified Emotionally Focused Therapist (EFT) and Supervisor. I also work with Janina Fisher's model of trauma treatment which is a blend of modalities including IFS and sensorimotor psychotherapy. I have been certified in EMDR and Brainspotting and use them for emotionally charged issues, stuck patterns and trauma. I love working with couples to create lasting change that touches the heart of the person and the relationship. See my website for more information: nicolpate.com
I specialize in EFT and trauma therapy for couples, families and individuals. I am a Certified Emotionally Focused Therapist (EFT) and Supervisor. I also work with Janina Fisher's model of trauma treatment which is a blend of modalities including IFS and sensorimotor psychotherapy. I have been certified in EMDR and Brainspotting and use them for emotionally charged issues, stuck patterns and trauma. I love working with couples to create lasting change that touches the heart of the person and the relationship. See my website for more information: nicolpate.com
Thorodin Counseling
LRM, LPC, GEP
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80304
Thank you for your interest in my psychotherapy practice. I help individuals & couples recovering from trauma, couples therapy & relationship repair, improving emotional regulation skills, relational healing, finding common ground, & overall mental & emotional health. We move beyond these foundational aspects to even higher levels of functioning. I help individuals and couples with life enhancement & performance enhancement - personally, in their professional lives, and all manner of relationships. These skills are also tailored to job performance enhancement/executive coaching, with stellar results for past clients.
Thank you for your interest in my psychotherapy practice. I help individuals & couples recovering from trauma, couples therapy & relationship repair, improving emotional regulation skills, relational healing, finding common ground, & overall mental & emotional health. We move beyond these foundational aspects to even higher levels of functioning. I help individuals and couples with life enhancement & performance enhancement - personally, in their professional lives, and all manner of relationships. These skills are also tailored to job performance enhancement/executive coaching, with stellar results for past clients.
Karen Wilding
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80301
I enjoy working with challenging adolescents, young
adults, couples, parents of any age children, and families of all descriptions.
My approach is direct, supportive and caring. I believe that effective psychotherapy is based upon mutual curiosity and genuineness in discovering how to meet life’s challenges - including family issues, anxiety, depression and other mental health issues. The path through these difficulties includes facing them with humor, gentleness and
bravery. The fruition of this exploration is a greater awareness of self and an appreciation of others.
I enjoy working with challenging adolescents, young
adults, couples, parents of any age children, and families of all descriptions.
My approach is direct, supportive and caring. I believe that effective psychotherapy is based upon mutual curiosity and genuineness in discovering how to meet life’s challenges - including family issues, anxiety, depression and other mental health issues. The path through these difficulties includes facing them with humor, gentleness and
bravery. The fruition of this exploration is a greater awareness of self and an appreciation of others.
Claudia Giron
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80301
Claudia's emphasis is in the areas of anxiety, depression, trauma, adjustment disorders, relationship challenges, low self-esteem, parenting, and the stresses of daily life.
Claudia is a dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker with extensive experience working across diverse age groups, including children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Holding both a Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology and a Master’s Degree in Social Welfare (MSW) from UCLA, Claudia is licensed in California and Colorado and is fluent in both English and Portuguese. Her expertise encompasses various evidence-based practices, including Family Structural Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavior Therapy (TF-CBT), and Managing and Adapting Practice (MAP).
Claudia's emphasis is in the areas of anxiety, depression, trauma, adjustment disorders, relationship challenges, low self-esteem, parenting, and the stresses of daily life.
Claudia is a dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker with extensive experience working across diverse age groups, including children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Holding both a Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology and a Master’s Degree in Social Welfare (MSW) from UCLA, Claudia is licensed in California and Colorado and is fluent in both English and Portuguese. Her expertise encompasses various evidence-based practices, including Family Structural Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavior Therapy (TF-CBT), and Managing and Adapting Practice (MAP).
Maya Rachel Golan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80301
I am a somatic therapist who counsels individuals and couples to honor who they truly are.
Challenges are essential to growth. We all face challenges. The various challenges, crises, traumas we all inevitably encounter can create anxiety, depression, and disconnection. Unfortunately, labels and diagnoses can stop you from seeing that you are okay. As you are. Your felt experiences of hurt, when processed deeply, actually lead to self-discovery. Seeking help doesn’t mean that anything is necessarily wrong. In fact, expertise can guide you through these moments safely. Through somatic healing therapy, individuals and couples will find inner strength to start anew.
I am a somatic therapist who counsels individuals and couples to honor who they truly are.
Challenges are essential to growth. We all face challenges. The various challenges, crises, traumas we all inevitably encounter can create anxiety, depression, and disconnection. Unfortunately, labels and diagnoses can stop you from seeing that you are okay. As you are. Your felt experiences of hurt, when processed deeply, actually lead to self-discovery. Seeking help doesn’t mean that anything is necessarily wrong. In fact, expertise can guide you through these moments safely. Through somatic healing therapy, individuals and couples will find inner strength to start anew.
Jaci Hull
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CHT, RLT
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80302
I work with teens, adults, and couples (of any orientation) specializing in a mindful, experiential and body-integrative approach. I emphasize personal and relational empowerment bringing forth the best part of yourself while solving life's dilemmas. I work with trauma, anxiety, life stage struggles, relationship issues and depression. I integrate and update the latest, effective techniques that also reflect the principles of my practice. Please see my website: www.jacihull.com for more information.
I work with teens, adults, and couples (of any orientation) specializing in a mindful, experiential and body-integrative approach. I emphasize personal and relational empowerment bringing forth the best part of yourself while solving life's dilemmas. I work with trauma, anxiety, life stage struggles, relationship issues and depression. I integrate and update the latest, effective techniques that also reflect the principles of my practice. Please see my website: www.jacihull.com for more information.
Jen Taylor
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80302
EMDR and Somatic based therapies offer a profound healing tool for those looking to cultivate a new relationship with themselves, others, and the world around them.
I am a somatic therapist specializing in EMDR Therapy, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy and Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy in Boulder, Colorado. I guide teens and adults seeking relief from anxiety, depression, disordered eating, chronic illness, and other impacts of trauma and chronic stress on the nervous system.
EMDR and Somatic based therapies offer a profound healing tool for those looking to cultivate a new relationship with themselves, others, and the world around them.
I am a somatic therapist specializing in EMDR Therapy, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy and Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy in Boulder, Colorado. I guide teens and adults seeking relief from anxiety, depression, disordered eating, chronic illness, and other impacts of trauma and chronic stress on the nervous system.
Darleen Gegich
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80302
As a certified Imago Relationship therapist, I offer services for couples, individuals, parents, & families.
My goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation, improve your relationship, or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, I look forward to working with you.
As a certified Imago Relationship therapist, I offer services for couples, individuals, parents, & families.
My goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation, improve your relationship, or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, I look forward to working with you.
Igor Giusti Phd
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80303
I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief, relationship challenges, spiritual crisis/development, and I coach people to help them realize their life goals, what they really want in life, work/career and relationships. I use specialized cognitive, client centered, and somatic approaches. For details please see www.newtranspersonalpsychotherapy.com
I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief, relationship challenges, spiritual crisis/development, and I coach people to help them realize their life goals, what they really want in life, work/career and relationships. I use specialized cognitive, client centered, and somatic approaches. For details please see www.newtranspersonalpsychotherapy.com
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80303
In an increasingly fractured world, it's easy to lose connection with the self and the world around us. The conflicting responsibilities of the home and the workplace often leave men struggling with intimacy, purpose, connection, emotional growth, or a balanced relationship with masculinity. As a therapist at one of the nation's leading intensive treatment centers for intimacy disorders, I have helped hundreds of men from across the country struggling with trauma, addiction, anger, unhealthy sexual behaviors, self-worth, relationship crisis, long-term recovery and sexual reintegration. I know that long-term healing is possible.
In an increasingly fractured world, it's easy to lose connection with the self and the world around us. The conflicting responsibilities of the home and the workplace often leave men struggling with intimacy, purpose, connection, emotional growth, or a balanced relationship with masculinity. As a therapist at one of the nation's leading intensive treatment centers for intimacy disorders, I have helped hundreds of men from across the country struggling with trauma, addiction, anger, unhealthy sexual behaviors, self-worth, relationship crisis, long-term recovery and sexual reintegration. I know that long-term healing is possible.
Meghan Mulcrone, LCSW, Mountain Pass Therapy PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80304 (Online Only)
During our session, you will be welcomed with genuine compassion, a sense of humor, and a supportive non-judgmental environment. We will work together to discover your strengths, and overcome obstacles and barriers that are standing in your way. Whether you are going through a transition, burdened with anxiety, depression, trauma, family, relationship, work conflict, or parenting stressors, I understand what it feels like to struggle and I use creative individualized methods to help you navigate through tough times and foster your own resilience and help you thrive.
During our session, you will be welcomed with genuine compassion, a sense of humor, and a supportive non-judgmental environment. We will work together to discover your strengths, and overcome obstacles and barriers that are standing in your way. Whether you are going through a transition, burdened with anxiety, depression, trauma, family, relationship, work conflict, or parenting stressors, I understand what it feels like to struggle and I use creative individualized methods to help you navigate through tough times and foster your own resilience and help you thrive.
Leah Fox
Licensed Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80303 (Online Only)
Within a trusting therapeutic relationship, I'll work with you to co-create a foundation which allows you to hone into your intuition, improve your relationships, decrease emotional suffering, and increase your overall joy.
Many of us are starving to discover the truth, to show the world who we really are, and we need to have our truth held with compassion. We all want to experience being fully seen. We want to feel connected to others. Sadly, many of us don’t often experience being seen in a non-judgmental light. My strength as a therapist is in my capacity to recognize your preciousness and your capacity for wholeness, while helping you to align with your truth. I work with individuals, couples, families, children, adolescents, and groups to heal past wounds and evolve out of patterns of self-sabotage. I specialize in trauma, anxiety and depression.
Within a trusting therapeutic relationship, I'll work with you to co-create a foundation which allows you to hone into your intuition, improve your relationships, decrease emotional suffering, and increase your overall joy.
Many of us are starving to discover the truth, to show the world who we really are, and we need to have our truth held with compassion. We all want to experience being fully seen. We want to feel connected to others. Sadly, many of us don’t often experience being seen in a non-judgmental light. My strength as a therapist is in my capacity to recognize your preciousness and your capacity for wholeness, while helping you to align with your truth. I work with individuals, couples, families, children, adolescents, and groups to heal past wounds and evolve out of patterns of self-sabotage. I specialize in trauma, anxiety and depression.
Bria Tavakoli
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80302
I'm here to meet you where you are + help you create a life you adore, including secure, fulfilling relationships.Let's create a judgment-free zone where we can dive into relational challenges, sex therapy and/or psychedelic prep + integration.I serve individuals, couples, + all relational setups.My training in attachment work, Internal Family Systems, + EMDR offshoot Brainspotting will help you craft healthier connections.Let’s explore communication, boundaries, navigating desire differences + processing trauma.I’m a veteran yoga + meditation teacher, proud daughter of an immigrant + a purity culture quitter.So yes, I get it.
I'm here to meet you where you are + help you create a life you adore, including secure, fulfilling relationships.Let's create a judgment-free zone where we can dive into relational challenges, sex therapy and/or psychedelic prep + integration.I serve individuals, couples, + all relational setups.My training in attachment work, Internal Family Systems, + EMDR offshoot Brainspotting will help you craft healthier connections.Let’s explore communication, boundaries, navigating desire differences + processing trauma.I’m a veteran yoga + meditation teacher, proud daughter of an immigrant + a purity culture quitter.So yes, I get it.
Jen Lloyd
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80304
My approach to couples therapy combines the principles and techniques of Imago Relationship Therapy (Hendrix) with those of the Psychobiological Approach to Couples Therapy (Tatkin) in order to help couples deepen their connection, practice communication skills, resolve conflicts and re-romanticize.
Welcome! I work with couples as well as individual adults and teens who want to heal and grow. My clients include people of all gender expressions and sexual orientations. Some of the issues that I have experience with include relationship challenges, depression, anxiety, trauma, and sexuality.
My approach to couples therapy combines the principles and techniques of Imago Relationship Therapy (Hendrix) with those of the Psychobiological Approach to Couples Therapy (Tatkin) in order to help couples deepen their connection, practice communication skills, resolve conflicts and re-romanticize.
Welcome! I work with couples as well as individual adults and teens who want to heal and grow. My clients include people of all gender expressions and sexual orientations. Some of the issues that I have experience with include relationship challenges, depression, anxiety, trauma, and sexuality.
Asher Gilmer
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MA, LPCC, PACT-II
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80304
My approach allows you to get to the root of the issues and develop your dream relationship.
Having easeful and fulfilling relationships with the people we love is vital to us, and yet it can be deeply challenging to achieve that ease with the very people closest to us. We can often find ourselves stuck in old familiar ways of interacting and remain in a cycle of disconnection from the ones we love most. I work with my clients in the here-and-now to interrupt this cycle of disconnection and dissatisfaction. We won’t just be talking about the issues you’re facing at home—we’ll bring the dynamics into the room and practice changing the patterns in real-time. I work with monogamous, non-monogamous, queer and not-queer folks.
My approach allows you to get to the root of the issues and develop your dream relationship.
Having easeful and fulfilling relationships with the people we love is vital to us, and yet it can be deeply challenging to achieve that ease with the very people closest to us. We can often find ourselves stuck in old familiar ways of interacting and remain in a cycle of disconnection from the ones we love most. I work with my clients in the here-and-now to interrupt this cycle of disconnection and dissatisfaction. We won’t just be talking about the issues you’re facing at home—we’ll bring the dynamics into the room and practice changing the patterns in real-time. I work with monogamous, non-monogamous, queer and not-queer folks.
Christy Weller
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80302
Hello, I'm so glad you found me! I am a licensed psychologist with over 13 years of experience working with college students, adults and couples who are facing various challenges, ranging from anxiety and depression to life transitions and relationship stress. To put it simply, my goal is to help you better understand yourself so that your experiences and your relationships are meaningful and fulfilling. This process of self-understanding is one of the great gifts of therapy. Whether I'm working with you individually or as a couple, I emphasize the healing power of the therapeutic relationship.
Hello, I'm so glad you found me! I am a licensed psychologist with over 13 years of experience working with college students, adults and couples who are facing various challenges, ranging from anxiety and depression to life transitions and relationship stress. To put it simply, my goal is to help you better understand yourself so that your experiences and your relationships are meaningful and fulfilling. This process of self-understanding is one of the great gifts of therapy. Whether I'm working with you individually or as a couple, I emphasize the healing power of the therapeutic relationship.
Evolve In Nature
Counselor
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80303
Evolve In Nature offers individual, couples, and group therapy sessions.
Evolve In Nature is a psychotherapy practice offering people an opportunity to explore one's self and relationships, and a safe space where individuals and couples can ask their questions, speak their truth, look within, and grant one's self permission to feel, be supported, and evolve.
Evolve In Nature offers individual, couples, and group therapy sessions.
Evolve In Nature is a psychotherapy practice offering people an opportunity to explore one's self and relationships, and a safe space where individuals and couples can ask their questions, speak their truth, look within, and grant one's self permission to feel, be supported, and evolve.
Charla Harvey
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, LPCC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80301
Growth seekers, counselors (especially counselors in training), and those with loud inner critics are all good fits for my style. Some of my focus areas include adult ADHD, anxiety, stress, transitions, boundaries, body image, family relationships, attachment, codependency, and relationship issues. I am LGBTQIA+ allied and also love to work with folks from those communities. If you’re ready to grow, I’m ready to support you along the way. I am grateful and honored to have the opportunity to work with you and hear your story!
Growth seekers, counselors (especially counselors in training), and those with loud inner critics are all good fits for my style. Some of my focus areas include adult ADHD, anxiety, stress, transitions, boundaries, body image, family relationships, attachment, codependency, and relationship issues. I am LGBTQIA+ allied and also love to work with folks from those communities. If you’re ready to grow, I’m ready to support you along the way. I am grateful and honored to have the opportunity to work with you and hear your story!
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Couples Counseling Therapists
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.