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Betsy Usher
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80525
I know sometimes it feels like no one can help you. That you are too much, too dark, and too broken to be helped. Sometimes trauma can manifest by cutting, eating disorders, depression, chaos, and a real struggle to maintain friendships. It can be hard to even picture what a stable and consistent life would look like, but it's still something you want. Chaotic feelings feel like they take over you and you struggle to make it through each day. You want to live but still feel suicidal. This is all normal for someone with trauma, someone who has been through abuse, someone who has experienced broken relationships and even toxic ones.
I know sometimes it feels like no one can help you. That you are too much, too dark, and too broken to be helped. Sometimes trauma can manifest by cutting, eating disorders, depression, chaos, and a real struggle to maintain friendships. It can be hard to even picture what a stable and consistent life would look like, but it's still something you want. Chaotic feelings feel like they take over you and you struggle to make it through each day. You want to live but still feel suicidal. This is all normal for someone with trauma, someone who has been through abuse, someone who has experienced broken relationships and even toxic ones.
(970) 825-1004 View (970) 825-1004
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Melissa Blatnik Counseling
Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80526
Are you struggling to find the joy you once felt? Needing help navigating through the stressors of life? Wanting relief from past traumas that are keeping you from being fully engaged in life? I am here to help! My name is Melissa Blatnik, and I am excited to assist you on your journey to a happier, healthier you! I have worked in the mental health and substance abuse field for 14 years, and I am still as passionate about it today as I was back then. I am an empathetic counselor who provides a safe environment to open up about the struggles you have been through. I look forward to working with you!
Are you struggling to find the joy you once felt? Needing help navigating through the stressors of life? Wanting relief from past traumas that are keeping you from being fully engaged in life? I am here to help! My name is Melissa Blatnik, and I am excited to assist you on your journey to a happier, healthier you! I have worked in the mental health and substance abuse field for 14 years, and I am still as passionate about it today as I was back then. I am an empathetic counselor who provides a safe environment to open up about the struggles you have been through. I look forward to working with you!
(970) 293-3519 View (970) 293-3519
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Polaris Partners Counseling and Consulting, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80525
Specialties include: depression, anxiety, addictions, chronic pain, PTSD, grief & loss, LGBTQ, mood disorders, family conflict, dual diagnosis, neurofeedback, EMDR and healing from trauma, abuse, and neglect.
Currently accepting new telehealth clients, Northern CO, Denver, Western Slope (CCHA, COAccess, RMHP) We at Polaris Partners help people chart a course to their full potential. Our staff has a breadth of training and expertise to help clients navigate life's obstacles and we build strong relationships to reach clients and connect them with sources of support and strength. We strive to be the community's first choice in collaborating with clients and their communities to help clients get their bearings and return to their true path. We look forward to partnering with you in the next steps of your journey toward optimum mental health.
Specialties include: depression, anxiety, addictions, chronic pain, PTSD, grief & loss, LGBTQ, mood disorders, family conflict, dual diagnosis, neurofeedback, EMDR and healing from trauma, abuse, and neglect.
Currently accepting new telehealth clients, Northern CO, Denver, Western Slope (CCHA, COAccess, RMHP) We at Polaris Partners help people chart a course to their full potential. Our staff has a breadth of training and expertise to help clients navigate life's obstacles and we build strong relationships to reach clients and connect them with sources of support and strength. We strive to be the community's first choice in collaborating with clients and their communities to help clients get their bearings and return to their true path. We look forward to partnering with you in the next steps of your journey toward optimum mental health.
(970) 579-4130 View (970) 579-4130
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Leigh Reineke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, EMDR, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80525  (Online Only)
I work with adults struggling with unresolved trauma, relational issues, existential fear, grief, gender dysphoria, self-harm, addiction, anxiety, and depression. I work from a psychodynamic lens, which means looking at my client’s past as a means of informing the present and helping them discover the unconscious blind spots that unknowingly contribute to their distress. I am passionate about helping to reconcile past trauma such as abuse, bullying, oppression, and toxic relationships.
I work with adults struggling with unresolved trauma, relational issues, existential fear, grief, gender dysphoria, self-harm, addiction, anxiety, and depression. I work from a psychodynamic lens, which means looking at my client’s past as a means of informing the present and helping them discover the unconscious blind spots that unknowingly contribute to their distress. I am passionate about helping to reconcile past trauma such as abuse, bullying, oppression, and toxic relationships.
(970) 633-1463 View (970) 633-1463
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Sarah Breseke
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80525  (Online Only)
Now accepting tele-health clients. I am an experienced therapist interested in helping people find the unique set of skills, understanding and healing to make changes in their lives. I work to incorporate evidenced based therapy practices with the complex needs of individuals, tailoring each therapy to the client's needs. I have worked in hospitals, inpatient and outpatient settings, as well as college counseling centers. In my practice I work to develop a collaborative relationship with each client. I have extensive experience working with PTSD, substance abuse, anxiety disorders and depression.
Now accepting tele-health clients. I am an experienced therapist interested in helping people find the unique set of skills, understanding and healing to make changes in their lives. I work to incorporate evidenced based therapy practices with the complex needs of individuals, tailoring each therapy to the client's needs. I have worked in hospitals, inpatient and outpatient settings, as well as college counseling centers. In my practice I work to develop a collaborative relationship with each client. I have extensive experience working with PTSD, substance abuse, anxiety disorders and depression.
(970) 366-3023 View (970) 366-3023
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Mallory Hislar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80525
As a trauma therapist I specialize in working with women's health, pelvic pain, sexual abuse, and relationship issues.
Are you a woman facing painful sex, fertility problems, relationship struggles, or both? Do you have a health situation you don't feel like you can talk about because "you look fine"? Have you ever experienced a significant trauma or sexual assault? Do you have relationship issues that are affected by any of these things? Health problems and recovering from trauma is scary, then the way that people respond to them can make us feel like our problems are minimized and invalidated. This can make us feel alone, helpless, terrified, as well as frustrated with the responses of people around us. -now offering EMDR
As a trauma therapist I specialize in working with women's health, pelvic pain, sexual abuse, and relationship issues.
Are you a woman facing painful sex, fertility problems, relationship struggles, or both? Do you have a health situation you don't feel like you can talk about because "you look fine"? Have you ever experienced a significant trauma or sexual assault? Do you have relationship issues that are affected by any of these things? Health problems and recovering from trauma is scary, then the way that people respond to them can make us feel like our problems are minimized and invalidated. This can make us feel alone, helpless, terrified, as well as frustrated with the responses of people around us. -now offering EMDR
(970) 548-9871 View (970) 548-9871
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Erin M Thomas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80524
I am trained to provide play therapy, neurofeedback, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy, psychoeducation, sexual abuse treatment and parenting support.
My name is Erin Thomas and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Northern Colorado. In therapy, every client is different and has differing needs for the healing process to occur. This is why the most important step to me in working with a client is establishing a trusting relationship at the beginning of therapy so that I can understand how to help in the most effective way. Connecting with others in a way that supports them through difficult times in their lives has been my passion and I continue to look for new ways to help those who struggle.
I am trained to provide play therapy, neurofeedback, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy, psychoeducation, sexual abuse treatment and parenting support.
My name is Erin Thomas and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Northern Colorado. In therapy, every client is different and has differing needs for the healing process to occur. This is why the most important step to me in working with a client is establishing a trusting relationship at the beginning of therapy so that I can understand how to help in the most effective way. Connecting with others in a way that supports them through difficult times in their lives has been my passion and I continue to look for new ways to help those who struggle.
(970) 875-6079 View (970) 875-6079
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Haven Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80525
I am a trauma therapist who specializes in sexual assault, abuse, and toxic relationships.
Are you feeling stuck, depressed, or coping with trauma? Are you struggling to find the words that you feel, and when you do speak it’s misunderstood and not taken the way you meant it, but it still feels like people are walking all over you? Have you experienced sexual assault and don't feel like you can share your experience with anyone because you're afraid of judgment? Trauma can make us feel alone, misunderstood, and overwhelmed. It can take a toll on us and our ability to connect in relationships when we don't know how to deal with these emotions. -now offering EMDR
I am a trauma therapist who specializes in sexual assault, abuse, and toxic relationships.
Are you feeling stuck, depressed, or coping with trauma? Are you struggling to find the words that you feel, and when you do speak it’s misunderstood and not taken the way you meant it, but it still feels like people are walking all over you? Have you experienced sexual assault and don't feel like you can share your experience with anyone because you're afraid of judgment? Trauma can make us feel alone, misunderstood, and overwhelmed. It can take a toll on us and our ability to connect in relationships when we don't know how to deal with these emotions. -now offering EMDR
(970) 500-1597 View (970) 500-1597
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Saoirse Chalcraft
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ATR-BC, EMDR II
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80524
I work with following issues: empowerment, life transitions, grief/loss, women's issues, infertility, miscarriage, anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, abuse, divorce, relationship issues, and spiritual exploration.
I'm glad you found your way here. Perhaps you are here because you want to find...the peace of being comfortable with who you are, release from the pain of depression or anxiety, relief from the deeply sad feelings of losing a love one, a deep and meaningful relationship with another person, grace amidst the limitations placed upon you by illness, liberation from the constraints trauma, release from an unhealthy relationship, who you truly are and rest in that knowing.
I work with following issues: empowerment, life transitions, grief/loss, women's issues, infertility, miscarriage, anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, abuse, divorce, relationship issues, and spiritual exploration.
I'm glad you found your way here. Perhaps you are here because you want to find...the peace of being comfortable with who you are, release from the pain of depression or anxiety, relief from the deeply sad feelings of losing a love one, a deep and meaningful relationship with another person, grace amidst the limitations placed upon you by illness, liberation from the constraints trauma, release from an unhealthy relationship, who you truly are and rest in that knowing.
(970) 300-5658 View (970) 300-5658
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Alison Anne Biggs
Counselor, MA, LPC, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80524
I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families in the areas of trauma, high conflict divorce, anxiety and depression, death and grieving, domestic violence, premarital therapy, parenting support, and issues around intimacy.
Life’s journey can be tumultuous at times depending on the road you are on at any particular moment.Perhaps your road was difficult to begin with.No matter the journey the need for support at times is invaluable.When I work with my clients I will take the time to understand their history, their family, and in general their world that has made them unique.Our past and the way in which we have lived it can define who we are today.I treat the whole person or the whole family through the integration of evidence based therapies and customize each treatment to fit the needs of my clients.
I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families in the areas of trauma, high conflict divorce, anxiety and depression, death and grieving, domestic violence, premarital therapy, parenting support, and issues around intimacy.
Life’s journey can be tumultuous at times depending on the road you are on at any particular moment.Perhaps your road was difficult to begin with.No matter the journey the need for support at times is invaluable.When I work with my clients I will take the time to understand their history, their family, and in general their world that has made them unique.Our past and the way in which we have lived it can define who we are today.I treat the whole person or the whole family through the integration of evidence based therapies and customize each treatment to fit the needs of my clients.
(970) 366-4833 View (970) 366-4833
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Jessica Grant, LCSW, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80525
My therapeutic areas of passion include trauma (ie: sexual assault, interpersonal violence, child abuse.
Reaching out and allowing somebody to help you sort through pain can be an intimidating process. I understand the courage it takes and because of this I believe in building a strong relationship based on trust. Not every therapist is a good match and I want to respect your time and finances. I offer a free 30-minute consultation to see what it would be like to work together. My goal is to provide a safe space for your story and to help you achieve healthy relationships and self-worth. I would be honored to be part of your healing process.
My therapeutic areas of passion include trauma (ie: sexual assault, interpersonal violence, child abuse.
Reaching out and allowing somebody to help you sort through pain can be an intimidating process. I understand the courage it takes and because of this I believe in building a strong relationship based on trust. Not every therapist is a good match and I want to respect your time and finances. I offer a free 30-minute consultation to see what it would be like to work together. My goal is to provide a safe space for your story and to help you achieve healthy relationships and self-worth. I would be honored to be part of your healing process.
(970) 464-3607 View (970) 464-3607
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Shar Alsum
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80524  (Online Only)
I work with individuals who are struggling with depression, anxiety, past or present abuse of all kinds, PTSD, and identity issues.
Discovering the story of your heart and listening to the telling of your story is my passion. My goal is to provide a safe healing space for you in a caring and inviting environment. I have often found that it is in this safe place that my client is able to share the difficult pieces of his or her story for the first time. As we work together we will discover hope, healing, and freedom from deep emotional wounds both past and present.
I work with individuals who are struggling with depression, anxiety, past or present abuse of all kinds, PTSD, and identity issues.
Discovering the story of your heart and listening to the telling of your story is my passion. My goal is to provide a safe healing space for you in a caring and inviting environment. I have often found that it is in this safe place that my client is able to share the difficult pieces of his or her story for the first time. As we work together we will discover hope, healing, and freedom from deep emotional wounds both past and present.
(970) 533-6208 View (970) 533-6208
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Layla Souti Malander
Pastoral Counselor, MDiv-MF, BA
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80528
My motto in life is, "God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I can't change, courage to change the things I can and wisdom to know the difference." (St. Frances of Assisi). Whether you're trying to find peace within yourself and with others or you're needing guidance and encouragement to deal with life's stressors, I will work alongside with you to help you go through this season in life providing all the support needed to regain power over your life. In case you are dealing with depression, broken relatioship, abuse, or other issues, I will use my expertise and skills to help you reach your personal and therapeutic goals.
My motto in life is, "God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I can't change, courage to change the things I can and wisdom to know the difference." (St. Frances of Assisi). Whether you're trying to find peace within yourself and with others or you're needing guidance and encouragement to deal with life's stressors, I will work alongside with you to help you go through this season in life providing all the support needed to regain power over your life. In case you are dealing with depression, broken relatioship, abuse, or other issues, I will use my expertise and skills to help you reach your personal and therapeutic goals.
(970) 528-1337 View (970) 528-1337
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Mallory Hislar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80525
If you have ever experienced sexual assault, abuse, the loss of a loved one, or a toxic relationship you are already a survivor. You might feel really lost and alone, but you don't have to be. Oftentimes when people have been through significant traumas they continue through life thinking they will be fine, but they are continuously haunted by anxiety and depression. If you have experienced any of these traumatic situations you likely have also experienced narcissistic abuse within your family. This kind of trauma and abuse can make it difficult to function in healthy relationships as an adult. -now offering EMDR
If you have ever experienced sexual assault, abuse, the loss of a loved one, or a toxic relationship you are already a survivor. You might feel really lost and alone, but you don't have to be. Oftentimes when people have been through significant traumas they continue through life thinking they will be fine, but they are continuously haunted by anxiety and depression. If you have experienced any of these traumatic situations you likely have also experienced narcissistic abuse within your family. This kind of trauma and abuse can make it difficult to function in healthy relationships as an adult. -now offering EMDR
(970) 788-2781 View (970) 788-2781
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Margaret FitzGerald Counseling and Consulting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Margaret FitzGerald, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80526  (Online Only)
It's your time to heal, grow, and be free of patterns of abuse and codependency.
Finding yourself with issues that may feel overwhelming? Need help coping with the challenges of family court through custody/divorce/visitation issues? Have struggles over which you are determined to be proactive and develop skills and learn tools to promote your best health and well-being? Anxious, depressed, grieving? I will walk with you on your journey as we create a proactive path based on evidence-based mental health practices to surmount life difficulties to achieve optimal health and wellness, solutions, coping skills and strategies for yourself and your loved ones.
It's your time to heal, grow, and be free of patterns of abuse and codependency.
Finding yourself with issues that may feel overwhelming? Need help coping with the challenges of family court through custody/divorce/visitation issues? Have struggles over which you are determined to be proactive and develop skills and learn tools to promote your best health and well-being? Anxious, depressed, grieving? I will walk with you on your journey as we create a proactive path based on evidence-based mental health practices to surmount life difficulties to achieve optimal health and wellness, solutions, coping skills and strategies for yourself and your loved ones.
(970) 514-0963 View (970) 514-0963
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Kidstuff Child & Family Counseling, P.C.
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMFT, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80524
Now offering TELEHEALTH. KIDSTUFF Child & Family Counseling, P.C. specializes in helping kids and families navigate life's challenges and improve overall wellness. We help kids AND ADULTS overcome a variety of issues including family conflict, domestic violence, divorce, blended families, academic and social challenges, bullying, addiction (including gaming,) low self esteem, ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD and much more. Our LICENSED counselors have many years of experience providing evidence- based techniques including expressive therapies like art, music, play and trauma-informed yoga therapy. Also offering reunification therapy.
Now offering TELEHEALTH. KIDSTUFF Child & Family Counseling, P.C. specializes in helping kids and families navigate life's challenges and improve overall wellness. We help kids AND ADULTS overcome a variety of issues including family conflict, domestic violence, divorce, blended families, academic and social challenges, bullying, addiction (including gaming,) low self esteem, ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD and much more. Our LICENSED counselors have many years of experience providing evidence- based techniques including expressive therapies like art, music, play and trauma-informed yoga therapy. Also offering reunification therapy.
(970) 422-1964 View (970) 422-1964
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Renee Madison
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CSAT
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80524
Hi- I offer a variety of life recovery therapies for: depression, anxiety, marital issues, relationship problems, addiction recovery, codependency, co-addiction, addictions, trauma recovery, sex addiction, love addiction, internet addition and relationship addiction, adoption recovery, PTSD, financial recovery, grief and loss, domestic violence, childhood abuse. I offer recovery for individuals, and couples, children and teens. I offer compassionate, supportive, interactive help. I assist you to live free from the unhealthy behaviors and gain hope in experiencing the joy of relationships and to have a life worth living.
Hi- I offer a variety of life recovery therapies for: depression, anxiety, marital issues, relationship problems, addiction recovery, codependency, co-addiction, addictions, trauma recovery, sex addiction, love addiction, internet addition and relationship addiction, adoption recovery, PTSD, financial recovery, grief and loss, domestic violence, childhood abuse. I offer recovery for individuals, and couples, children and teens. I offer compassionate, supportive, interactive help. I assist you to live free from the unhealthy behaviors and gain hope in experiencing the joy of relationships and to have a life worth living.
(303) 900-5368 View (303) 900-5368
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Archways Family Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80526
Archways Counseling Center provides individuals, families, children and parents a safe place to begin their process of change. Clients come to Archways for a variety of reasons including child and adolescent development, difficulties in school, behavior problems, divorce, parenting skills, depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse, stress and grief and loss. Archways Counseling Center specializes in working with young children through Play Therapy in order to provide children with an environment in which they can truly thrive.
Archways Counseling Center provides individuals, families, children and parents a safe place to begin their process of change. Clients come to Archways for a variety of reasons including child and adolescent development, difficulties in school, behavior problems, divorce, parenting skills, depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse, stress and grief and loss. Archways Counseling Center specializes in working with young children through Play Therapy in order to provide children with an environment in which they can truly thrive.
(970) 237-3784 View (970) 237-3784
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Carolyn Newman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80524  (Online Only)
I work with individuals who are struggling with depression, anxiety, the effects of sexual abuse and other forms of trauma, PTSD, and identity issues.
Life is hard. Hurt happens to all of us. Sometimes it is intentional, sometimes unintentional. When it happens, we are left with a wound that, if left unexamined, can affect every aspect of our lives: body, soul, and spirit. Lancing the wound can be painful, especially those wounds caused by trauma and abuse, but the compromised life that we live if we don't examine the wounds is often as painful as the original wound. Choosing to face the pain is a courageous act, and successful resolution requires a safe and supportive atmosphere with safe and knowledgeable professionals.
I work with individuals who are struggling with depression, anxiety, the effects of sexual abuse and other forms of trauma, PTSD, and identity issues.
Life is hard. Hurt happens to all of us. Sometimes it is intentional, sometimes unintentional. When it happens, we are left with a wound that, if left unexamined, can affect every aspect of our lives: body, soul, and spirit. Lancing the wound can be painful, especially those wounds caused by trauma and abuse, but the compromised life that we live if we don't examine the wounds is often as painful as the original wound. Choosing to face the pain is a courageous act, and successful resolution requires a safe and supportive atmosphere with safe and knowledgeable professionals.
(970) 812-1116 View (970) 812-1116
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Alyssa Cristadoro
Pre-Licensed Professional, LPCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80521  (Online Only)
Healing is an uncomfortable, messy process. I am here to support you on the journey of coming home to yourself. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate (LPCC) who specializes in working with women's issues, trauma, eating disorders, anxiety, OCD, and depression. I have extensive experience working with eating disorders, trauma, and substance abuse in inpatient hospital settings, residential treatment centers, and partial hospitalization programs.
Healing is an uncomfortable, messy process. I am here to support you on the journey of coming home to yourself. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate (LPCC) who specializes in working with women's issues, trauma, eating disorders, anxiety, OCD, and depression. I have extensive experience working with eating disorders, trauma, and substance abuse in inpatient hospital settings, residential treatment centers, and partial hospitalization programs.
(720) 776-1437 View (720) 776-1437

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Domestic Abuse Therapists

What are the most effective ways to recover from domestic abuse?

Leaving an abusive relationship requires tremendous courage, so survivors in treatment should recognize that they have already completed the most important step. Still, the trauma of physical or emotional abuse can be difficult to process and overcome. Therapy can help survivors process trauma, grief, and difficult emotions, treat relevant mental health symptoms, and create a new framework for boundaries and relationships in the future. For some, support groups can also be an invaluable outlet for healing.

When should an individual seek help for domestic abuse?

Victims of intimate partner violence should seek help immediately. It can take substantial time, planning, energy, and courage to leave an abusive relationship, but starting the process—by seeking therapy, calling the domestic violence hotline, or simply confiding in a loved one—will help them get there. Those who have left abusive relationships but haven’t sought treatment can also greatly benefit from therapy to process and heal from the experience.

What are the consequences of staying in an abusive relationship?

Remaining in an abusive relationship has serious repercussions. In addition to the ongoing threat of physical danger and emotional abuse, research shows that intimate partner violence is associated with a range of mental health disorders including depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and substance abuse. Therefore it’s important for individuals in an abusive relationship to seek help as soon as possible.

How can you get domestic abuse treatment for someone else?

It can be very complicated to identify and leave an abusive relationship; barriers include the threat of violence, financial instability, and family pressures. Those concerned about a loved one in an abusive relationship should talk to them about the situation, provide them with resources such as the domestic violence hotline, and introduce the idea of seeing a therapist due to their concern for the person’s safety and well-being.