Therapists in Denver, CO
Jessica Lynn Asam
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80204 (Online Only)
I have worked in multiple clinical settings with various populations. I appreciate working with clients who are navigating existential crises, those who are looking for a better understanding to the meaning of life. This experience can help clients identify and break negative or unhealthy patterns in their lives. I am a firm believer in the power of perception-shifting, in order to identify a silver lining in even the most difficult situations. My therapeutic approach is dynamic and eclectic. My goal with all of my clients is to walk beside them through their struggles and help them come through their struggles feeling stronger.
I have worked in multiple clinical settings with various populations. I appreciate working with clients who are navigating existential crises, those who are looking for a better understanding to the meaning of life. This experience can help clients identify and break negative or unhealthy patterns in their lives. I am a firm believer in the power of perception-shifting, in order to identify a silver lining in even the most difficult situations. My therapeutic approach is dynamic and eclectic. My goal with all of my clients is to walk beside them through their struggles and help them come through their struggles feeling stronger.
I work from an integrated clinical lens rooted in cognitive-behavioral, humanistic- existential, and relational therapies.
If you've ever felt misunderstood, invalidated, or rejected because of who you are or the struggles you face, know that you're not alone. It’s my goal to provide a space where all are welcome as they are and honored in their journey toward wellness. As a queer man, I'm especially passionate about serving LGBTQ+ communities and have experience providing affirmative therapy and WPATH-adherent letters of support for gender-affirming procedures. I also have notable experience treating diverse individuals facing depression, anxiety, relational concerns, substance abuse, and many other challenges that often keep us from living full lives.
I work from an integrated clinical lens rooted in cognitive-behavioral, humanistic- existential, and relational therapies.
If you've ever felt misunderstood, invalidated, or rejected because of who you are or the struggles you face, know that you're not alone. It’s my goal to provide a space where all are welcome as they are and honored in their journey toward wellness. As a queer man, I'm especially passionate about serving LGBTQ+ communities and have experience providing affirmative therapy and WPATH-adherent letters of support for gender-affirming procedures. I also have notable experience treating diverse individuals facing depression, anxiety, relational concerns, substance abuse, and many other challenges that often keep us from living full lives.
Janessa Henninger
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80212 (Online Only)
I pull from a variety of theories, such as existential, and gestalt, as well as CBT and DBT.
Change can be scary and challenging for children and adults. We develop many different ways of coping with change, some that are healthy and others that are not. While you are the expert in your own life, I am here to help you (regardless of age) process through change and make life choices that are healthy for you in a safe, non-judgmental space. I have experience working with individuals of all ages, and cultures, as well as different presenting concerns. Working with me, we will explore your life at your pace.
I pull from a variety of theories, such as existential, and gestalt, as well as CBT and DBT.
Change can be scary and challenging for children and adults. We develop many different ways of coping with change, some that are healthy and others that are not. While you are the expert in your own life, I am here to help you (regardless of age) process through change and make life choices that are healthy for you in a safe, non-judgmental space. I have experience working with individuals of all ages, and cultures, as well as different presenting concerns. Working with me, we will explore your life at your pace.
Leah Raulerson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC , ACS, BCN
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80222
Everyone wants to feel better, but I want to know: how does that look for you? My style is compassionate, trauma-informed, and client-centered, integrating concepts of somatic work, DBT, existential psychotherapy, parts work, EMDR, Neurostimulation and Neurofeedback. I specialize in working with adult survivors of childhood sexual assault, domestic violence, emotional abuse and neglect, grief and loss, and other traumas. My clients are living with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, life transitions, and existential questions.
Everyone wants to feel better, but I want to know: how does that look for you? My style is compassionate, trauma-informed, and client-centered, integrating concepts of somatic work, DBT, existential psychotherapy, parts work, EMDR, Neurostimulation and Neurofeedback. I specialize in working with adult survivors of childhood sexual assault, domestic violence, emotional abuse and neglect, grief and loss, and other traumas. My clients are living with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, life transitions, and existential questions.
I specialize in an integrative approach combining Psychodynamic and Existential-Humanistic approaches grounded in neuroscience.
We all strive to be better versions of ourselves. We all need connection, purpose, and meaning to facilitate growth and inspire the change we long for in our lives. I enjoy working with people who are motivated, open, and genuinely curious to learn more about themselves. By allowing the unconscious to become conscious, it can help you experience greater freedom and agency in your life. What obstacles are currently preventing you from having happier, healthier relationships and becoming the best version of yourself? Together we will work to understand your individual needs and learn how to help you attain your therapeutic goals.
I specialize in an integrative approach combining Psychodynamic and Existential-Humanistic approaches grounded in neuroscience.
We all strive to be better versions of ourselves. We all need connection, purpose, and meaning to facilitate growth and inspire the change we long for in our lives. I enjoy working with people who are motivated, open, and genuinely curious to learn more about themselves. By allowing the unconscious to become conscious, it can help you experience greater freedom and agency in your life. What obstacles are currently preventing you from having happier, healthier relationships and becoming the best version of yourself? Together we will work to understand your individual needs and learn how to help you attain your therapeutic goals.
I work from a psychodynamic and existential-humanistic framework, also drawing from my training in attachment theory, mindfulness, third-wave cognitive-behavioral (ACT, EFT) and interpersonal therapies.
Welcome! I am a Stanford-trained clinical psychologist specializing in supporting growth-oriented, culturally-diverse individuals and couples who want to better understand themselves, how they relate to others and all of life. I help clients explore and develop greater meaning in their lives, foster deeper personal and professional connections, and experience and embody their most authentic selves. My style is warm, active, and genuine. I strongly believe in the importance of building an authentic and trusting relationship for therapy to be effective.
I work from a psychodynamic and existential-humanistic framework, also drawing from my training in attachment theory, mindfulness, third-wave cognitive-behavioral (ACT, EFT) and interpersonal therapies.
Welcome! I am a Stanford-trained clinical psychologist specializing in supporting growth-oriented, culturally-diverse individuals and couples who want to better understand themselves, how they relate to others and all of life. I help clients explore and develop greater meaning in their lives, foster deeper personal and professional connections, and experience and embody their most authentic selves. My style is warm, active, and genuine. I strongly believe in the importance of building an authentic and trusting relationship for therapy to be effective.
Eclectic Evolution Counseling
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LPCC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80222 (Online Only)
I work from an eclectic theoretical framework that combines Feminist/Womanist, Narrative, and Existential therapies and I will use varying techniques from these theories such as assertiveness training, power/gender-role analysis, self-exploration/examination, and journaling.
Hey there! I’m Ashley Fennell and my focus in working with clients is to build an authentic, caring, and trusting therapeutic relationship while empowering you and acknowledging that you are the expert on your life. I enjoy working with young and older adults, specifically those who are dealing with anxiety, depression, and/or relationship issues (i.e. familial, friendships, couples, etc.). My goal is to support you in finding your own voice and inner guidance while increasing your personal awareness.
I work from an eclectic theoretical framework that combines Feminist/Womanist, Narrative, and Existential therapies and I will use varying techniques from these theories such as assertiveness training, power/gender-role analysis, self-exploration/examination, and journaling.
Hey there! I’m Ashley Fennell and my focus in working with clients is to build an authentic, caring, and trusting therapeutic relationship while empowering you and acknowledging that you are the expert on your life. I enjoy working with young and older adults, specifically those who are dealing with anxiety, depression, and/or relationship issues (i.e. familial, friendships, couples, etc.). My goal is to support you in finding your own voice and inner guidance while increasing your personal awareness.
Brian Ngo-Smith, LCSW, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCD-P, FABP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80205
My background and training is in psychoanalysis, although I also work with existential and family systems perspectives in mind.
Seeking care can be a daunting experience, from trusting your instincts around whether it feels like the right match, to believing in your own capacity to grow and heal. I see my role as providing a reliable and consistent space where my patients can grow freer to think about their lives in ways that may have previously felt out of reach. A foundational goal of psychoanalysis and psychotherapy is the cultivation of curiosity into how your mind works, how you relate to your own emotions, and how patterns in your life are obstructing your ability to work, love, play, and make meaning.
My background and training is in psychoanalysis, although I also work with existential and family systems perspectives in mind.
Seeking care can be a daunting experience, from trusting your instincts around whether it feels like the right match, to believing in your own capacity to grow and heal. I see my role as providing a reliable and consistent space where my patients can grow freer to think about their lives in ways that may have previously felt out of reach. A foundational goal of psychoanalysis and psychotherapy is the cultivation of curiosity into how your mind works, how you relate to your own emotions, and how patterns in your life are obstructing your ability to work, love, play, and make meaning.
My work draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Buddhist Psychology, and Existential and Experiential ideas to help you move in a new direction.
Are you tired of being held back by stubborn habits and difficult emotions? I believe therapy is a laboratory of sorts, where you can begin to try out new ways of being. My hope is that you come away from our work together with an expanded sense of confidence, authenticity, and courage. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, shame, addiction, a major life transition, grief, or a loss of purpose, I believe that the voyage is easier with a trusted companion! I bring humor, trust, and a genuine relationship to the table so that you can cultivate the skills to improve the quality of your life.
My work draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Buddhist Psychology, and Existential and Experiential ideas to help you move in a new direction.
Are you tired of being held back by stubborn habits and difficult emotions? I believe therapy is a laboratory of sorts, where you can begin to try out new ways of being. My hope is that you come away from our work together with an expanded sense of confidence, authenticity, and courage. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, shame, addiction, a major life transition, grief, or a loss of purpose, I believe that the voyage is easier with a trusted companion! I bring humor, trust, and a genuine relationship to the table so that you can cultivate the skills to improve the quality of your life.
My approach is integrative, with experience/training in interpersonal, psychodynamic, existential, systems, and solution-focused therapies, depending on your individual needs.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression/grief, or frustration/anger? I am optimistic we can work together to reduce these symptoms, so that you can move forward with renewed confidence and hope. Changes of life issues: death of a loved-one; marriage/divorce; loss of good health; financial concerns; or problems with relationships, often precipitate these symptoms in many people. Yet, these painful situations also present wonderful opportunities for reflection, personal growth, and resolution.
My approach is integrative, with experience/training in interpersonal, psychodynamic, existential, systems, and solution-focused therapies, depending on your individual needs.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression/grief, or frustration/anger? I am optimistic we can work together to reduce these symptoms, so that you can move forward with renewed confidence and hope. Changes of life issues: death of a loved-one; marriage/divorce; loss of good health; financial concerns; or problems with relationships, often precipitate these symptoms in many people. Yet, these painful situations also present wonderful opportunities for reflection, personal growth, and resolution.
I have integrated 20 years of Buddhist Dharma, more than a decade of clinical practice in various settings, and insights from existential psychology.
My clients deal with so much speed and stress, navigating a life that feels increasingly unfulfilled. They feel stuck. They often seek solace in external solutions like too much work, toxic relationships, or substances, and find all these lacking. They face the challenge of pausing to understand and meet their internal needs, which feels paradoxical. How do you slow down when there's all this to do? This leads to more stress, anxiety, and a pervasive sense of dissatisfaction with life. There is a way through all this.
I have integrated 20 years of Buddhist Dharma, more than a decade of clinical practice in various settings, and insights from existential psychology.
My clients deal with so much speed and stress, navigating a life that feels increasingly unfulfilled. They feel stuck. They often seek solace in external solutions like too much work, toxic relationships, or substances, and find all these lacking. They face the challenge of pausing to understand and meet their internal needs, which feels paradoxical. How do you slow down when there's all this to do? This leads to more stress, anxiety, and a pervasive sense of dissatisfaction with life. There is a way through all this.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80203 (Online Only)
My approach to therapy is highly personalized, often blending evidence-based modalities like DBT and CBT with contemplative and existential perspectives.
Welcome! If you’re feeling stuck, unfulfilled, or like you’re not getting where you want to be, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to figure it out by yourself. I believe that the connections we have—with ourselves, others, and the world around us—are what make life meaningful. I can help you explore how past experiences shape your current thoughts, feelings, and behavior, so that we can identify and address what's holding you back. I specialize in the intersection of ADHD and self-esteem issues, but work with a wide range of concerns. Let’s tackle this together.
My approach to therapy is highly personalized, often blending evidence-based modalities like DBT and CBT with contemplative and existential perspectives.
Welcome! If you’re feeling stuck, unfulfilled, or like you’re not getting where you want to be, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to figure it out by yourself. I believe that the connections we have—with ourselves, others, and the world around us—are what make life meaningful. I can help you explore how past experiences shape your current thoughts, feelings, and behavior, so that we can identify and address what's holding you back. I specialize in the intersection of ADHD and self-esteem issues, but work with a wide range of concerns. Let’s tackle this together.
The core areas of treatment in psychotherapy include the practice of Jungian Analysis with a focus on existential, relational, and humanist perspectives.
Dr. Graves, co-owner of Novis Intitiis Psychotherapy, PLLC, is a licensed clinical psychologist and a Jungian Analyst (IAAP) who works with adults, age 18 to 85+, who need psychological healing and who seek to deepen their relationship with the psyche. If you need to build insight, struggle with your identity, or are working on personal growth, then psychotherapy can be of great benefit. If you are trying to manage LGBTQ+ diversity issues, trauma, depression, and/or anxiety, then therapy can be a conduit to living fully again. Dr. Graves holds expertise on any / all of these areas and promotes wholeness and authenticity of self.
The core areas of treatment in psychotherapy include the practice of Jungian Analysis with a focus on existential, relational, and humanist perspectives.
Dr. Graves, co-owner of Novis Intitiis Psychotherapy, PLLC, is a licensed clinical psychologist and a Jungian Analyst (IAAP) who works with adults, age 18 to 85+, who need psychological healing and who seek to deepen their relationship with the psyche. If you need to build insight, struggle with your identity, or are working on personal growth, then psychotherapy can be of great benefit. If you are trying to manage LGBTQ+ diversity issues, trauma, depression, and/or anxiety, then therapy can be a conduit to living fully again. Dr. Graves holds expertise on any / all of these areas and promotes wholeness and authenticity of self.
In my practice, I draw primarily from existential/humanistic models, Jungian depth psychology, attachment theory, & multicultural models of therapy.
Therapy can be an invitation to explore our inner world and how it relates to the development of the self, relationships, and our way of making meaning in this world. My aim as a psychologist is to offer that unique space to clients where transformation, challenge and deeper understanding can occur. I specialize in grief and loss, end of life concerns, identity development, trauma, anxiety, depression, chronic illness, and psychosocial oncology. I work with adults, children, and adolescents for psychotherapy and provide assessments for autism, learning disabilities and social/emotional concerns.
In my practice, I draw primarily from existential/humanistic models, Jungian depth psychology, attachment theory, & multicultural models of therapy.
Therapy can be an invitation to explore our inner world and how it relates to the development of the self, relationships, and our way of making meaning in this world. My aim as a psychologist is to offer that unique space to clients where transformation, challenge and deeper understanding can occur. I specialize in grief and loss, end of life concerns, identity development, trauma, anxiety, depression, chronic illness, and psychosocial oncology. I work with adults, children, and adolescents for psychotherapy and provide assessments for autism, learning disabilities and social/emotional concerns.
My primary modality of psychotherapy stems from the psychodynamic and interpersonal perspectives, although I also employ cognitive behavioral and existential techniques.
My successful clients are active psychotherapy participants who are dedicated and motivated for change. Introspective, he/she thinks about therapy outside of the office and attempts to use the knowledge and insight gained to improve relationships, goals, and life satisfaction. At times, psychotherapy requires difficult work from both the therapist and client, and the outcome is predicated by the mutual effort vested in the therapeutic process.
My primary modality of psychotherapy stems from the psychodynamic and interpersonal perspectives, although I also employ cognitive behavioral and existential techniques.
My successful clients are active psychotherapy participants who are dedicated and motivated for change. Introspective, he/she thinks about therapy outside of the office and attempts to use the knowledge and insight gained to improve relationships, goals, and life satisfaction. At times, psychotherapy requires difficult work from both the therapist and client, and the outcome is predicated by the mutual effort vested in the therapeutic process.
I take a non-judgmental, empathic, compassionate, and insight-oriented approach to therapy. Current research, as well as my experience and training help me to determine the treatment strategies from psychodynamic, relational, humanistic, existential, cognitive and behavioral approaches that will be most effective in addressing your concerns.
I work to create a supportive environment that facilitates reflectiveness, creativity and that helps you increase insight into your present struggles.
I believe that your view of yourself and the issues that have lead to their seeking therapy are influenced by your unique life experiences.
I take a non-judgmental, empathic, compassionate, and insight-oriented approach to therapy. Current research, as well as my experience and training help me to determine the treatment strategies from psychodynamic, relational, humanistic, existential, cognitive and behavioral approaches that will be most effective in addressing your concerns.
I work to create a supportive environment that facilitates reflectiveness, creativity and that helps you increase insight into your present struggles.
I believe that your view of yourself and the issues that have lead to their seeking therapy are influenced by your unique life experiences.
Let’s be real. These are dark times, and uncertainty abounds. Old wounds may be coming to the surface, and the thought of facing them may feel downright terrifying……It IS terrifying. I believe that these moments are opportunities for us to learn, accept, and grow in our capacity to be Compassionate with ourselves, and with one another. This is how Transformational Healing occurs. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, anger issues, relationships with substances, or existential dread (perhaps all the above), YOU ARE NOT ALONE.
Let’s be real. These are dark times, and uncertainty abounds. Old wounds may be coming to the surface, and the thought of facing them may feel downright terrifying……It IS terrifying. I believe that these moments are opportunities for us to learn, accept, and grow in our capacity to be Compassionate with ourselves, and with one another. This is how Transformational Healing occurs. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, anger issues, relationships with substances, or existential dread (perhaps all the above), YOU ARE NOT ALONE.
Existential therapy assists in find meaning in loss.
Are you overwhelmed with relationships (ambivalence, low sexual desire...) and life (stress, grief, anxiety, depression, ADHD/ADD/executive functions, chronic health issues...)? Can you imagine how nice it would be to no longer feel so preoccupied? What would you do with that extra energy and time? I can help you figure out how to improve these areas in your life.
Existential therapy assists in find meaning in loss.
Are you overwhelmed with relationships (ambivalence, low sexual desire...) and life (stress, grief, anxiety, depression, ADHD/ADD/executive functions, chronic health issues...)? Can you imagine how nice it would be to no longer feel so preoccupied? What would you do with that extra energy and time? I can help you figure out how to improve these areas in your life.
Valerie Lemon
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CCS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80206 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My approach is always tailored to meet my client's needs, while being informed and inspired by my studies of Applied Existential Psychotherapy which draws from the philosophy and psychoanalytic theory of Sartre, Psychoanalytic Theory, Existential Philosophy, Body Oriented Psychotherapy, Gestalt Therapy and Humanistic Psychology.
I am passionate about working with individuals, couples and groups and will work with you to increase your felt sense of self-acceptance and self-esteem while challenging you to experiment, in the spirit of play, with new ways of seeing and being in the world. We will collaborate in creating a safe and trusting space where you can show up with greater authenticity, reclaim disowned parts of yourself, and be free to make new choices around old habitual patterns.
My approach is always tailored to meet my client's needs, while being informed and inspired by my studies of Applied Existential Psychotherapy which draws from the philosophy and psychoanalytic theory of Sartre, Psychoanalytic Theory, Existential Philosophy, Body Oriented Psychotherapy, Gestalt Therapy and Humanistic Psychology.
I am passionate about working with individuals, couples and groups and will work with you to increase your felt sense of self-acceptance and self-esteem while challenging you to experiment, in the spirit of play, with new ways of seeing and being in the world. We will collaborate in creating a safe and trusting space where you can show up with greater authenticity, reclaim disowned parts of yourself, and be free to make new choices around old habitual patterns.
Linda C Hsieh
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80205 (Online Only)
I work in a holistic, trauma informed way that integrates mind, body, spirit with existential concerns and a social justice consciousness.
You are self-aware, self-reflective and have done a lot of your own work already, yet find yourself falling into the same overwhelming or depressive patterns. Therapy can address the deeper patterns we often learn in childhood and release old unfulfilling patterns making way for a more authentic way of life in the here and now. What makes you come alive? What's still holding you back? I am interested in getting to know you, your unique history, struggles and strengths and supporting you in becoming a more joyful and dynamic version of yourself.
I work in a holistic, trauma informed way that integrates mind, body, spirit with existential concerns and a social justice consciousness.
You are self-aware, self-reflective and have done a lot of your own work already, yet find yourself falling into the same overwhelming or depressive patterns. Therapy can address the deeper patterns we often learn in childhood and release old unfulfilling patterns making way for a more authentic way of life in the here and now. What makes you come alive? What's still holding you back? I am interested in getting to know you, your unique history, struggles and strengths and supporting you in becoming a more joyful and dynamic version of yourself.
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Existential Therapists
How does existential therapy work?
Existential therapy focuses on a patient’s inner experiences. The therapist tries to help the individual comprehend and alleviate symptoms by exploring their interior life. By confronting negative disquiet and emotions, the individual will hopefully become more open to finding meaning and purpose. This therapy can be administered to individuals or groups.
Is existential therapy evidence-based?
Existential therapy is an evidence-based practice. Research has determined that existential therapy can lead to significant improvement in the mental health of patients, and for some people it can be just as effective as cognitive behavioral therapy. The benefits of existential therapy are enduring, even long after treatment has ended.
How long does existential therapy last?
The goal of existential therapy is to understand a person’s internal experiences, which may sound like a lengthy process, but it does not have to be so in-depth. However, sessions are not short-term, and therapy can continue for months or up to a year. And because patients learn the theory behind existential therapy during treatment, they can also practice its tenets throughout life after therapy sessions have been completed.
Is existential therapy effective?
According to research, many patients find success with existential therapy. Researchers note that the therapy is particularly useful in improving feelings of isolation, feelings of purposelessness, as well as conditions such as anxiety and depression. Improvements in problem areas can persist even after the end of existential therapy, as individuals can continue working on themselves by using the tools they’ve developed during treatment.