Therapists in Denver, CO

I want to help bring authenticity and change to your life the way you want it to. I'm Nick (they/them), and I’m dual licensed in two states working with FL and CO clients. I work with queer issues and gender exploration/transition, codependency and relationship problems, anxiety disorders, neurodivergence, chronic illness, trauma, and grief/loss. I also work with non-monogamous/poly clients. I’m here to provide a safe and respectful place for you to be seen and heard. You're not alone and you don’t have to keep telling yourself everything is “fine” or normal in your life - let's find a better "normal" for you to live.

Welcome and thank you for visiting my profile! The hard part is over, you have made the first step in beginning the search for a mental health professional. A little about me, I believe connection is the key to wellness and that we have the power to heal ourselves, given the right space to do so. I am passionate about creating a therapeutic relationship where you can feel seen and heard in a safe, supportive space. I believe that healing starts within and that fostering self-compassion is essential to a person’s well-being and the key to living a joyful life.

My style is a unique blend of warmth, empathy, and clinical proficiency, which can help for me to be a trusted guide for individuals and couples navigating through life's challenges. With a deep understanding of the intricacies of trauma, I provide a safe and nurturing space for her clients to explore their emotions and experiences. I use personalized treatment plans tailored to each client's unique needs, which equips clients with practical tools and coping strategies to navigate life's challenges with resilience and strength.

Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, navigating a major life change, or facing challenges in your relationships or sexual well-being? You're not alone. It takes courage to reach out for support, and I'm here to offer you a safe space to explore these aspects of your life. Whether you're seeking relief from the grip of anxiety, looking to navigate life's transitions, or aiming to enhance your connections and intimacy, I'm committed to helping you achieve a sense of peace, understanding, and fulfillment.

No one should hurt alone. Unfortunately, the mental pain, haunting memories, shame, fear, anxiety, depression and so much more can leave us feeling just that, alone. The war you are fighting may be invisible to everyone else but to you it is real. You and your story matter here. If you're trying to put shape to a fractured past, make sense of a chaotic present or find purpose in an unknown future I am here to help. Together, we will work to equip you with the tools you need to navigate your life with more freedom, joy and, perhaps most important of all, a sense of hope.

I find therapy most potent, important, and meaningful when there is a mix of: compassion/spaciousness (non-judgment); curiosity/levity (as appropriate); & choicefulness. From my background in Somatic Counseling/Body Psychotherapy, I make use of my own body, and body-based (a.k.a. somatic) tracking, applied moment-to-moment in the room with clients. Sometimes this is as simple as noticing the breath, or bringing attention (and other options) to bear when something shifts. There are also many extensive toolboxes of potential somatic interventions that expand the range, and the richness, of what a session together may include.

There is more to therapeutic work than talk therapy. I hope to guide people towards a functional and aligned way of living that increases enrichment, a sense of accomplishment, and freedom. I feel that everyone deserves the chance to live a fulfilling life and my role is to help facilitate that opportunity with an individualized approach. My ultimate goal is to help people reconnect with themselves in meaningful and sustainable ways. I approach therapeutic work from a humanistic and eclectic lens that integrates multiple counseling theories and modalities - including Yoga Therapy and Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapy.

I have worked with individuals who have struggled with trauma, addiction, and mental health struggles for the last 10 years. I have seen the damage that can occur when we attempt to carry these burdens alone. I hope to help. To support you in building connections, addressing trauma, and finding more adaptive ways to get what you want and need out of your life. As a licensed addictions counselor (LAC) and certified sex addictions therapist (CSAT), I understand how we may have come by coping mechanisms that may be hurting more than helping. I can work with you to address the core issues and build new ways to take care of yourself.

We have immediate therapy openings for clients who have Health First Medicaid, Colorado Access, or CCHA, thanks to the addition of two new therapists to our team: Makyyah Dawkins MSW, and Samantha Gutherless, MA, LPCC. Makyyah Dawkins is passionate about working with youth, the LGBTQ+ community, neurodivergent clients, and expanding mental health services to diverse populations. Sam Gutherless is a has worked with young and middle aged adults and is passionate about social justice advocacy and identity work.

Many clients are in crisis and seeking assistance with a specific issue: Divorce, Grief, Addiction, Depression, Medical Diagnosis, Anxiety, or Life Transition. Therapy helps treat the turmoil that is the natural result of these issues. The skills developed during therapy help clients live full, happy and rich lives. Clients generally arrive with a specific personal crisis. I work in unison with clients to facilitate a deeper, richer, sense of identity. Each individual is held from a perspective of capability, competency, and resiliency, that bring about a sense of continuity and recognition of their authentic self.

Is it time to make changes in your life? Despite your best efforts, do you find yourself feeling out of control? When you take a step forward, does your past seem to pull you back? We all go through challenging times. Without the resources and support we need, overcoming obstacles can feel impossible. I provide individually tailored, empowering therapy and coaching services to help you get forward momentum and harness your inner strength. Through our partnership, you will experience support, self-discovery, and gain tools to manage struggles and create meaningful self-growth.

All you wanted was a simple divorce. Instead, it's devolved into a divorce driven by hate from your Ex. Suddenly it's clear that they had no intention of striving for an "amicable" experience for you or your kids. The person you married is playing a purely “win-lose” defensive game of "win at all" costs because you've ceased to be of any use. Consequently, every topic is a “big deal” to be fought over. You may be facing increasing amounts of useless motions filed to further increase animosity. You’ve reached the point where you have no idea how to navigate it. I am here to step in and help you end that chaos and restore control.

Do you scroll through your social media and wonder why you aren’t living your “best life”? You might say, “why does it feel like everyone else has their sh*t together and here I am, struggling to 'adult' on a good day?" Do you feel like you’ve lost your chance to live the life you always thought you'd have? Maybe you’ve achieved success, but are drowning in keeping up with your own unrelenting standards. You're exhausted from performing and disappointed that you always have to miss out. You know there is more to life than your job, but you can't seem to find that work/life balance. Life has become about keeping up versus living.

Something has to change. In my practice, I focus on connecting with individuals who have struggled with the trials of repeat trauma, addiction, prolonged stress, relentless anxiety, and the heavy burden of overwhelming depression. My ideal client wants a transformation change toward healing and personal growth. I am dedicated to providing unwavering support as you strive to reach your mental health goals. This journey is about self-discovery, empowerment, and the promise of a brighter, more fulfilling future, and I am here as your guide every step of the way.

Welcome! Congratulations on taking this beginning step to getting help. I am a licensed clinical social worker. My professional experience includes working with populations struggling with substance use and trauma. I also have experience working with those involved int he criminal justice system. I prefer to utilize a client-centered, interpersonal approach in the therapeutic relationship and am trained in EMDR. I am also a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, Certified Grief Informed Professional, and a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist Candidate.