Culturally Sensitive Therapists in Five Points, Denver, CO

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Demetria Deary
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Five Points, Denver, CO 80205  (Online Only)
A liberation-oriented, anti-oppression practice. We honor all of your intercultural identities. Credible Experts (highly trained therapists with multiple marginalized identities and lived experience) who specialize in working with identity-based trauma & oppression, BIPOC MaGes, single parents, college students, Neurodivergent and Empaths/Highly Ṣensitive Persons. WARNING - This is a decolonized practice, we do some things differently: longer sessions, pay as you're able sliding scale for all & more. It's best to use our website to book a meet & greet: BPhoenix.intakeq.com/booking
A liberation-oriented, anti-oppression practice. We honor all of your intercultural identities. Credible Experts (highly trained therapists with multiple marginalized identities and lived experience) who specialize in working with identity-based trauma & oppression, BIPOC MaGes, single parents, college students, Neurodivergent and Empaths/Highly Ṣensitive Persons. WARNING - This is a decolonized practice, we do some things differently: longer sessions, pay as you're able sliding scale for all & more. It's best to use our website to book a meet & greet: BPhoenix.intakeq.com/booking
(720) 735-5391 View (720) 735-5391
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Dr. Rachael Coatar Peter
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Five Points, Denver, CO 80205  (Online Only)
Life is a complex mixture of beauty, pain, love, suffering, joy and trauma. As we navigate these complexities, we all need support. My practice, Parallel Psychology, was created to provide a supportive, safe space for individuals seeking healing and growth. As a client-centered psychologist, it is a privilege to walk alongside you on your wellness journey. Prioritizing the connection created in our therapeutic relationship, I utilize my skillset to assist you in navigating your unique path of increasing self-understanding, identifying effective coping strategies, shifting unhelpful patterns, and fostering a foundation of self-love.
Life is a complex mixture of beauty, pain, love, suffering, joy and trauma. As we navigate these complexities, we all need support. My practice, Parallel Psychology, was created to provide a supportive, safe space for individuals seeking healing and growth. As a client-centered psychologist, it is a privilege to walk alongside you on your wellness journey. Prioritizing the connection created in our therapeutic relationship, I utilize my skillset to assist you in navigating your unique path of increasing self-understanding, identifying effective coping strategies, shifting unhelpful patterns, and fostering a foundation of self-love.
(720) 650-0417 View (720) 650-0417
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Amanda Bryant
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Five Points, Denver, CO 80205  (Online Only)
I believe the relationship between therapist and client is crucial to successful therapy and that change starts with being truly heard and understood. There are many techniques and ideas that can help you, and my role is to share these, build on your strengths, and increase your self-awareness so that you can make meaningful changes in your life.
I believe the relationship between therapist and client is crucial to successful therapy and that change starts with being truly heard and understood. There are many techniques and ideas that can help you, and my role is to share these, build on your strengths, and increase your self-awareness so that you can make meaningful changes in your life.
(720) 295-3189 View (720) 295-3189
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Alicia Patterson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA, R-DMT, CYT, LMT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Five Points, Denver, CO 80205
I believe it's time for self-inquiry. I've worked in client care for 15 years and believe having a stable foundation in mental health is a requirement for functioning with all we are facing. I utilize a fusion of modalities including somatic work, trauma-informed care, psycho-education, and nervous system support. I work with clients to understand their mind, heart, instinctual & physical selves. I offer experiential / attachment focused somatic counseling, and offer virtual as well as office time. I offer EMDR and Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP). I also have a women's pelvic health practice and welcome your outreach.
I believe it's time for self-inquiry. I've worked in client care for 15 years and believe having a stable foundation in mental health is a requirement for functioning with all we are facing. I utilize a fusion of modalities including somatic work, trauma-informed care, psycho-education, and nervous system support. I work with clients to understand their mind, heart, instinctual & physical selves. I offer experiential / attachment focused somatic counseling, and offer virtual as well as office time. I offer EMDR and Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP). I also have a women's pelvic health practice and welcome your outreach.
(303) 529-9146 View (303) 529-9146
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James Nee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Five Points, Denver, CO 80205
Waitlist for new clients
With recent neurological and attachment research, we are finding how connected the mind and body really are. We are also finding how important for a person's well-being it is to understand one’s identity and how we each fit in the world. I partner with my clients to develop a felt sense of security within themselves and the world. This felt sense is what will create the necessary resiliency to ensure a person can work through struggles that have been holding them back. Much of my background involves working with the Neuro-Diverse community and the LGBTQIA+ community.
With recent neurological and attachment research, we are finding how connected the mind and body really are. We are also finding how important for a person's well-being it is to understand one’s identity and how we each fit in the world. I partner with my clients to develop a felt sense of security within themselves and the world. This felt sense is what will create the necessary resiliency to ensure a person can work through struggles that have been holding them back. Much of my background involves working with the Neuro-Diverse community and the LGBTQIA+ community.
(720) 712-2207 x3 View (720) 712-2207 x3
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Adrienne Rogers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Five Points, Denver, CO 80205  (Online Only)
What if you could finally find some relief for the constant worry or sadness you feel? What if you could find a way toward the life you want? There might be a lot going on in your life right now. Maybe you're feeling uncertain of the future and just don't feel like yourself anymore. Maybe you want to work on increasing your self-worth and acceptance or maybe you're just struggling to figure out a way forward with so many challenging things happening in the world. You aren't alone in this.
What if you could finally find some relief for the constant worry or sadness you feel? What if you could find a way toward the life you want? There might be a lot going on in your life right now. Maybe you're feeling uncertain of the future and just don't feel like yourself anymore. Maybe you want to work on increasing your self-worth and acceptance or maybe you're just struggling to figure out a way forward with so many challenging things happening in the world. You aren't alone in this.
(720) 571-9290 View (720) 571-9290
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Heartland Healing
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMHC, MSW
Verified Verified
Five Points, Denver, CO 80205  (Online Only)
Heartland Psychotherapy centers LGBTQ+ and other marginalized communities, working with motivated individuals to build insight, confront obstacles to well-being, and heal trauma to move toward self-actualization & joy. Our team of LBGTQ+ and allied therapists represent many identities & theoretical perspectives, and work from queer feminist and family systems frameworks. We value self-determination, holistic health, harm reduction, and disability & racial justice. Relationships are built through collaboration, creativity, and recognition of the environmental & cultural factors that impact clients' lives.
Heartland Psychotherapy centers LGBTQ+ and other marginalized communities, working with motivated individuals to build insight, confront obstacles to well-being, and heal trauma to move toward self-actualization & joy. Our team of LBGTQ+ and allied therapists represent many identities & theoretical perspectives, and work from queer feminist and family systems frameworks. We value self-determination, holistic health, harm reduction, and disability & racial justice. Relationships are built through collaboration, creativity, and recognition of the environmental & cultural factors that impact clients' lives.
(720) 961-2439 View (720) 961-2439
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Silver Lake Psychology
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Five Points, Denver, CO 80216
Learn how to feel more connected to yourself, others and the world around you. Therapy provides all the elements of intimacy: honest communication, vulnerability and trust. Good therapy is challenging yet warm, providing both structure and empathy for your unique experience. We are a collective of therapists with a wide range of specialties. Our intake professionals will help connect you with the right therapist for your needs. We make appointments easy, offering evenings and weekends and flexibility for creative professionals who can't make the same time each week.
Learn how to feel more connected to yourself, others and the world around you. Therapy provides all the elements of intimacy: honest communication, vulnerability and trust. Good therapy is challenging yet warm, providing both structure and empathy for your unique experience. We are a collective of therapists with a wide range of specialties. Our intake professionals will help connect you with the right therapist for your needs. We make appointments easy, offering evenings and weekends and flexibility for creative professionals who can't make the same time each week.
(720) 702-1930 View (720) 702-1930
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Liza M. Torres Giusti
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ACD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Five Points, Denver, CO 80205  (Online Only)
I am a licensed counselor in Colorado offering online (Video-Voice Telehealth) counseling services in both English and Spanish. I specialize in helping individuals who want to grow, develop, and advance their relationships, education, careers and wellness goals. Experiencing fear, stress, anxiety, worry, panic, nervousness or difficulty sleeping. Feeling sad, hopeless, empty, irritable, worthlessness, or having difficulties making decisions. Having difficulties with transitions or changes in life. Desiring non-biased and value-neutral pre-marital relationship enrichment.
I am a licensed counselor in Colorado offering online (Video-Voice Telehealth) counseling services in both English and Spanish. I specialize in helping individuals who want to grow, develop, and advance their relationships, education, careers and wellness goals. Experiencing fear, stress, anxiety, worry, panic, nervousness or difficulty sleeping. Feeling sad, hopeless, empty, irritable, worthlessness, or having difficulties making decisions. Having difficulties with transitions or changes in life. Desiring non-biased and value-neutral pre-marital relationship enrichment.
(303) 747-4290 View (303) 747-4290
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Laura Anne Van Wyk
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Five Points, Denver, CO 80205
As a clinician, I work from a trauma-informed lens using EMDR and other therapies. I work with individuals, partners, couples, and polycules on a variety of issues related to love, sex and relationships. As a clinical sexologist, I find that an integrative model of drawing on all of the various types of therapies, uniquely mixed together to assist each of my clients in meeting them where they are, is how I am most effective in helping clients reach their therapeutic goals. I believe in the ethos of “helping others help themselves”; as a therapist, this is still my greatest strength and the cornerstone that has shaped my practice.
As a clinician, I work from a trauma-informed lens using EMDR and other therapies. I work with individuals, partners, couples, and polycules on a variety of issues related to love, sex and relationships. As a clinical sexologist, I find that an integrative model of drawing on all of the various types of therapies, uniquely mixed together to assist each of my clients in meeting them where they are, is how I am most effective in helping clients reach their therapeutic goals. I believe in the ethos of “helping others help themselves”; as a therapist, this is still my greatest strength and the cornerstone that has shaped my practice.
(720) 740-3474 View (720) 740-3474
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Abigail Prince
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Five Points, Denver, CO 80205
Overcoming trauma is the most liberating action any one person can take for themselves. I am EMDR trained and I have found EMDR to be far and away the most effective trauma therapy. It has been almost magical to see how clients transform with EMDR. Helping people change the way they think, act, and feel, especially in relation to something that has been interfering with their every day lives, is endlessly rewarding. I am driven by the passion to heal trauma. It is the way that I believe I can have the greatest positive impact on the world around me.
Overcoming trauma is the most liberating action any one person can take for themselves. I am EMDR trained and I have found EMDR to be far and away the most effective trauma therapy. It has been almost magical to see how clients transform with EMDR. Helping people change the way they think, act, and feel, especially in relation to something that has been interfering with their every day lives, is endlessly rewarding. I am driven by the passion to heal trauma. It is the way that I believe I can have the greatest positive impact on the world around me.
(720) 573-2973 View (720) 573-2973
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Mindsolutions.LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Five Points, Denver, CO 80205
We provide bilingual and bicultural mental health therapy , consultation, and community connections.Mindsolutions, LLC’s Initiate services are adapted to the generational needs of our clients and their communities. Mindsolutions, helping families with languages barriers, connect with community services, closed the cultural gap between family members , teach parenting skills to parents of how deal within home crisis.
We provide bilingual and bicultural mental health therapy , consultation, and community connections.Mindsolutions, LLC’s Initiate services are adapted to the generational needs of our clients and their communities. Mindsolutions, helping families with languages barriers, connect with community services, closed the cultural gap between family members , teach parenting skills to parents of how deal within home crisis.
(970) 237-5941 View (970) 237-5941
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Gwen Child
Licensed Social Worker, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Five Points, Denver, CO 80205
Life can indeed feel like a relentless roller coaster with its ups and downs, stressors, and uncertainties. Whether it's the challenges of balancing work or school, making life-altering decisions, or navigating relationships, you might find yourself facing patterns or habits that no longer align with your growth.
Life can indeed feel like a relentless roller coaster with its ups and downs, stressors, and uncertainties. Whether it's the challenges of balancing work or school, making life-altering decisions, or navigating relationships, you might find yourself facing patterns or habits that no longer align with your growth.
(720) 903-2262 View (720) 903-2262
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Emily Nikoley
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Five Points, Denver, CO 80205
“Life can only be understood backwards; but it must be lived forwards." - Søren Kierkegaard . To grow and move forward in our lives, we must often look back with intention to search for lessons learned, strengths gathered, and wounds that need to be healed. My goal is to walk alongside you as you journey through the self-discovery of the therapy process.
“Life can only be understood backwards; but it must be lived forwards." - Søren Kierkegaard . To grow and move forward in our lives, we must often look back with intention to search for lessons learned, strengths gathered, and wounds that need to be healed. My goal is to walk alongside you as you journey through the self-discovery of the therapy process.
(720) 702-2148 View (720) 702-2148
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Yadira (Yadi) Y Cook
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, LPCC, CRC, ADS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Five Points, Denver, CO 80206
My passion is to empower individuals to wellness by reconnecting with different parts of yourself that have been injured, left behind, or forgotten. I have worked in the mental health field in three states for a total of 20 years. I work through a trauma informed approach, culturally responsive and intersectional lens . Each individual has a unique set of experiences regardless of background. My goal is to understand your needs and help you improve life how you desire. I work with individuals of all ages professional women/moms and families of all backgrounds (not limited to immigrants & bicultural/biracial).
My passion is to empower individuals to wellness by reconnecting with different parts of yourself that have been injured, left behind, or forgotten. I have worked in the mental health field in three states for a total of 20 years. I work through a trauma informed approach, culturally responsive and intersectional lens . Each individual has a unique set of experiences regardless of background. My goal is to understand your needs and help you improve life how you desire. I work with individuals of all ages professional women/moms and families of all backgrounds (not limited to immigrants & bicultural/biracial).
(720) 664-9614 View (720) 664-9614
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Ben Borkan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Five Points, Denver, CO 80202
I am passionate about working with couples to achieve a more intimate and satisfying relationship. In therapy, I work with each individual to identify issues that are interfering in achieving these and use a strengths-based approach to support clients to develop better ways of relating. I believe that the best way to get to the root of the issue is through being open and direct with clients.
I am passionate about working with couples to achieve a more intimate and satisfying relationship. In therapy, I work with each individual to identify issues that are interfering in achieving these and use a strengths-based approach to support clients to develop better ways of relating. I believe that the best way to get to the root of the issue is through being open and direct with clients.
(207) 888-4481 View (207) 888-4481
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Nick Harper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Five Points, Denver, CO 80202  (Online Only)
Ever feel like you're navigating through a fog when it comes to understanding your emotions, needs, or desires? Imagine a life where you truly connect with yourself and those around you, where past traumas become stepping stones to a brighter future. At Inclusive Therapy and Consulting Services LLC, we don't just offer therapy — we open doors to a transformative experience. Specializing in supporting the LGBTQ+ community, individuals living with HIV, and their allies, our mission is to bring you world-class psychotherapy that's not just compassionate but deeply tailored to your unique journey. Early morning appointments 7am EST.
Ever feel like you're navigating through a fog when it comes to understanding your emotions, needs, or desires? Imagine a life where you truly connect with yourself and those around you, where past traumas become stepping stones to a brighter future. At Inclusive Therapy and Consulting Services LLC, we don't just offer therapy — we open doors to a transformative experience. Specializing in supporting the LGBTQ+ community, individuals living with HIV, and their allies, our mission is to bring you world-class psychotherapy that's not just compassionate but deeply tailored to your unique journey. Early morning appointments 7am EST.
(303) 493-9574 View (303) 493-9574
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Trisha Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RYT
Verified Verified
Five Points, Denver, CO 80205  (Online Only)
Are you curious about wellness? Would you like to work on actualizing your potential? Are you needing better, more effective ways to cope? I can help! If you are in need of someone grounded and objective to help you make sense of your world and provide you with the necessary skills to overcome, then I'm the therapist for you. If your goal is stability and personal growth I can guide you on that path to self-actualization. My experience ranges from general anxiety, depression and mindfulness training to chronic mental illness, trauma and addiction. There is no issue too big or too small for our time together.
Are you curious about wellness? Would you like to work on actualizing your potential? Are you needing better, more effective ways to cope? I can help! If you are in need of someone grounded and objective to help you make sense of your world and provide you with the necessary skills to overcome, then I'm the therapist for you. If your goal is stability and personal growth I can guide you on that path to self-actualization. My experience ranges from general anxiety, depression and mindfulness training to chronic mental illness, trauma and addiction. There is no issue too big or too small for our time together.
(719) 581-4307 View (719) 581-4307

Online Therapists

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Daisy (Garcia) Fitzgerald
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ADS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80206
Hi! I'm Daisy (she/her). I provide therapy for overwhelmed and grieving adults 18+ in Colorado. You are deserving of happiness and of the life you want for yourself. You may be feeling stuck, crying more, getting easily overwhelmed at work, numbing out more, or having more problems in your relationships. You may also be grieving and not feeling quite like yourself anymore. You want to stop crying as much, want to feel less lonely, more peace, and more capable. You deserve a break from the overwhelm. I welcome and celebrate your unique sources of strength and resilience. My practice is culturally sensitive and LGBTQ+ affirming.
Hi! I'm Daisy (she/her). I provide therapy for overwhelmed and grieving adults 18+ in Colorado. You are deserving of happiness and of the life you want for yourself. You may be feeling stuck, crying more, getting easily overwhelmed at work, numbing out more, or having more problems in your relationships. You may also be grieving and not feeling quite like yourself anymore. You want to stop crying as much, want to feel less lonely, more peace, and more capable. You deserve a break from the overwhelm. I welcome and celebrate your unique sources of strength and resilience. My practice is culturally sensitive and LGBTQ+ affirming.
(720) 796-8028 View (720) 796-8028
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Patricia S. Duggan
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, LCMHCA, LPCC, LCASA
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80212  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My values and approaches are anti-oppressive, decolonizing, LGBTQIA+ affirming, sex-positive, trauma and culturally sensitive.
Often our hurtful experiences are out of our control. You didn’t choose to live with pain. You are tired of feeling alone and misunderstood. The reality is our experiences and memories can shape our beliefs and worldviews, creating guilt, anxiety, shame, anger, and isolation. Living with chronic pain, illness, trauma, anxiety, and grief – does impact us. Even if you don’t feel like it at this very moment, there is part of you that knows they deserve something more, whether it’s self-compassion, healthy connections, pleasure, joy, or the chance to move from surviving to thriving. Let's get curious.
My values and approaches are anti-oppressive, decolonizing, LGBTQIA+ affirming, sex-positive, trauma and culturally sensitive.
Often our hurtful experiences are out of our control. You didn’t choose to live with pain. You are tired of feeling alone and misunderstood. The reality is our experiences and memories can shape our beliefs and worldviews, creating guilt, anxiety, shame, anger, and isolation. Living with chronic pain, illness, trauma, anxiety, and grief – does impact us. Even if you don’t feel like it at this very moment, there is part of you that knows they deserve something more, whether it’s self-compassion, healthy connections, pleasure, joy, or the chance to move from surviving to thriving. Let's get curious.
(720) 704-1273 View (720) 704-1273

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Culturally Sensitive Therapists

How does culturally sensitive therapy work?

A culturally sensitive therapist will tailor their approach to therapy based on the individual client’s background. This may include changing their style of interaction (asking open-ended questions vs. being the “expert” voice), their affect (seeming warm or “neutral”), how much personal information they disclose about themselves, and more. It’s also important for a culturally sensitive therapist to acknowledge larger societal forces that may impact their client due to the client’s background.

How effective is culturally sensitive therapy?

Some professionals have expressed concern about highlighting cultural differences in therapy, suggesting that it might promote stereotypes and harm the therapeutic bond; however, many experts agree that cultural sensitivity tends to strengthen the connection between therapist and client and help clients feel heard and understood. A culturally sensitive approach to therapy can be especially helpful for those not in the cultural majority, especially when combined with proven therapies like Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).

What are the limitations of a culturally sensitive approach to therapy?

While being culturally sensitive is generally a valuable skill to have, a therapist cannot treat every client from a similar background the same way. Each client is an individual with their own values, personal preferences, and life experiences that will need to be explored during therapy. In addition, it’s rare for a therapist and client to have identical backgrounds, so there may be some cross-cultural differences to navigate during therapy, but a culturally sensitive therapist can do so with empathy and respect.

Can culturally sensitive therapy be done online?

Yes, online therapy using a culturally sensitive approach can be beneficial. Therapy can sometimes be difficult to access for clients from diverse backgrounds and socioeconomic standing. The array of mental health support available through the internet makes it possible for clients to find a good therapist match regardless of where they live.