Photo of Rachel Neff, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in 80218, CO
Rachel Neff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80218
I believe humans are beautifully complex beings with a mind, body, and spirit - to isolate healing to only one of these areas is to significantly limit potential growth. Are you experiencing anxiety that has not dissipated no matter how well you try to take care of yourself? Are you noticing that your relationships and career are not where you want them to be, but are struggling to know where to start to make changes? Maybe you are curious about how past challenges and trauma could be impacting you now, and want to break free from the hold that the past seems to have on you.
I believe humans are beautifully complex beings with a mind, body, and spirit - to isolate healing to only one of these areas is to significantly limit potential growth. Are you experiencing anxiety that has not dissipated no matter how well you try to take care of yourself? Are you noticing that your relationships and career are not where you want them to be, but are struggling to know where to start to make changes? Maybe you are curious about how past challenges and trauma could be impacting you now, and want to break free from the hold that the past seems to have on you.
(720) 500-7274 View (720) 500-7274
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Danielle Goldstein
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80218  (Online Only)
If you’re reading this, maybe you’re feeling called to something more. You know your existence can be so much more connected, so much more fulfilling. The fact that you’ve found this page means you’ve already taken a huge first step towards creating the life and relationships that you deserve. The clients I work with are invested in creating meaningful change for themselves. They are seekers of their own truths and relentless explorers of themselves and the world around them. They want to heal, to live, and to be seen as their full authentic selves. Whatever is holding you back, know that there is a path towards something more.
If you’re reading this, maybe you’re feeling called to something more. You know your existence can be so much more connected, so much more fulfilling. The fact that you’ve found this page means you’ve already taken a huge first step towards creating the life and relationships that you deserve. The clients I work with are invested in creating meaningful change for themselves. They are seekers of their own truths and relentless explorers of themselves and the world around them. They want to heal, to live, and to be seen as their full authentic selves. Whatever is holding you back, know that there is a path towards something more.
(720) 728-0260 View (720) 728-0260
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Nikki Eisenhauer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, LCDC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80218
I am the life coach for therapists, healers, seekers, & dreamers. NO big Package by-ins--have 1 session at a time with no commitment--and I'll happily give referrals if I'm not the right healer for you. Good fits? Previous therapy experience, already has some understanding of personal 'stuck points' and want guidance, support, mentorship, & 'how-to' tools to live balanced, fulfilled, peaceful. Life is hard enough--easier with emotionally effective tools and strategies. I think my best work is in teaching people from difficult backgrounds how to fully, deeply, love and heal themselves, to get out of survival mode and into LIVING.
I am the life coach for therapists, healers, seekers, & dreamers. NO big Package by-ins--have 1 session at a time with no commitment--and I'll happily give referrals if I'm not the right healer for you. Good fits? Previous therapy experience, already has some understanding of personal 'stuck points' and want guidance, support, mentorship, & 'how-to' tools to live balanced, fulfilled, peaceful. Life is hard enough--easier with emotionally effective tools and strategies. I think my best work is in teaching people from difficult backgrounds how to fully, deeply, love and heal themselves, to get out of survival mode and into LIVING.
(713) 338-9162 View (713) 338-9162
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Jacobs Counseling Services, LLC
MS, NLC, RMHCI
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80218
I am a psychotherapist based out of the Denver Metro area (credentialed through DORA) and a DVOMB Full Operating Level Approved Provider in the state of CO to provide domestic violence treatment services. I have extensive experience, both personally and professionally, with addiction and dual diagnosis treatment. I bring 10+ years of recovery to my work and, where appropriate, integrate it into my evidence-based practice and approach. I utilize cognitive-behavioral therapy and, per client needs, integrate additional practices (i.e. solution-focused, family systems, motivational enhancement, rational-emotive behavioral therapies).
I am a psychotherapist based out of the Denver Metro area (credentialed through DORA) and a DVOMB Full Operating Level Approved Provider in the state of CO to provide domestic violence treatment services. I have extensive experience, both personally and professionally, with addiction and dual diagnosis treatment. I bring 10+ years of recovery to my work and, where appropriate, integrate it into my evidence-based practice and approach. I utilize cognitive-behavioral therapy and, per client needs, integrate additional practices (i.e. solution-focused, family systems, motivational enhancement, rational-emotive behavioral therapies).
(720) 907-1187 View (720) 907-1187
Photo of Patricia L. Meek, Licensed Professional Counselor in 80218, CO
Patricia L. Meek
Licensed Professional Counselor, MFA, LPC, LAC, LLC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80218
Are you ready for deep and lasting change? Are you willing to practice self-compassion for those wounded parts that hold you back from a fulfilling life? Therapy is a courageous act of exploring and releasing old wounds, discovering and embracing authenticity, and learning to make conscious choices with compassion. I have nineteen years of experience using a unique blend of integrative therapies that include somatic awareness, mindfulness, Jungian psychology, and spiritually focused counseling that will allow you to uncover subconscious traumatic patterns, internalized cognitive distortions, and maladaptive coping strategies.
Are you ready for deep and lasting change? Are you willing to practice self-compassion for those wounded parts that hold you back from a fulfilling life? Therapy is a courageous act of exploring and releasing old wounds, discovering and embracing authenticity, and learning to make conscious choices with compassion. I have nineteen years of experience using a unique blend of integrative therapies that include somatic awareness, mindfulness, Jungian psychology, and spiritually focused counseling that will allow you to uncover subconscious traumatic patterns, internalized cognitive distortions, and maladaptive coping strategies.
(225) 777-9796 View (225) 777-9796
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John Szudera
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCPC, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
74 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80218
Waitlist for new clients
I provide online therapy in Colorado & Idaho, as well as in-office therapy in Broomfield, CO. I use holistic approaches to address the treatment for couples, families, and individuals to address familial relationships, coupleship discourse (all orientations), CNM/poly relationships, neurodiversity, autism, anxiety, depression, & ADHD. I am a firm believer that relationships and connection are intrinsic to personal development and each person’s values are important in the development of a course of treatment based on the goals and desired outcome clients have selected.
I provide online therapy in Colorado & Idaho, as well as in-office therapy in Broomfield, CO. I use holistic approaches to address the treatment for couples, families, and individuals to address familial relationships, coupleship discourse (all orientations), CNM/poly relationships, neurodiversity, autism, anxiety, depression, & ADHD. I am a firm believer that relationships and connection are intrinsic to personal development and each person’s values are important in the development of a course of treatment based on the goals and desired outcome clients have selected.
(303) 529-2296 View (303) 529-2296
Photo of Pamela Peters--Poly-friendly/Open relationships, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate in 80218, CO
Pamela Peters--Poly-friendly/Open relationships
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MFTC, MAMFT, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80218
Do you and your partner(s) constantly fight or avoid each other? Interested in Open Relationship or Non Monogamy? Are you reeling from infidelity? Has conflict in your polycule caused negative impacts in your daily lives? Need support navigating a big life change? Is there disconnect between your current beliefs, how you were brought up, and how you want to live NOW? I can help you embrace these differences and move beyond the beliefs that no longer serve you. Together we can bring your way of life and relationships in line with your beliefs. I accept these aspects of who you are and you to love these parts of you too.
Do you and your partner(s) constantly fight or avoid each other? Interested in Open Relationship or Non Monogamy? Are you reeling from infidelity? Has conflict in your polycule caused negative impacts in your daily lives? Need support navigating a big life change? Is there disconnect between your current beliefs, how you were brought up, and how you want to live NOW? I can help you embrace these differences and move beyond the beliefs that no longer serve you. Together we can bring your way of life and relationships in line with your beliefs. I accept these aspects of who you are and you to love these parts of you too.
(720) 414-9674 View (720) 414-9674

Experiential Therapy

How does experiential therapy work?

Experiential therapy works by allowing an individual to use their creativity to re-imagine themselves and their lives in an effort to process their emotions. Experiential therapy may take many forms, including engaging clients through art, re-enactments, role-playing, music, or forms of physical recreation. By focusing on these activities, experiential therapists help individuals identify the emotions they associate with previous experiences and work together to cope with negative reactions, like fear, anger, or shame.

Is experiential therapy evidence-based?

Experiential therapy incorporates many therapy modalities, some of which have been more closely researched than others. Music therapy, for example, has been shown to help with sleep problems. Some studies find that art therapy can be beneficial for those with eating disorders or personality disorders, while other research suggests that such approaches have little impact.

How long does experiential therapy last?

The duration of experiential therapy will depend on the type of therapy used as well as the severity of the challenges an individual faces. Play therapy sessions may last for 30 to 45 minutes, and usually occur weekly for about 20 sessions. Art therapy may comprise 10 to 15 weekly sessions. Music therapy sessions generally last between 30 and 50 minutes and can be scheduled weekly or on an as-needed basis. For each therapy type, clients should periodically discuss their goals with their therapist to make sure the two are aligned on process and progress.

Does experiential therapy help with trauma?

Trauma is one area where experiential therapy may be useful. Traumatic experiences such as combat or childhood abuse can be so painful that articulating them can be too scary or painful; creating visual art allows people to express themselves without words, and tell their story in a different way. Listening to music can be relaxing, while making music as part of a group provides plenty of opportunities to connect with other people. Play therapy is often of value to children who have experienced a loss or distressing family experience, or who have been physically or emotionally abused.