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Nick Boeder
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80521  (Online Only)
I offer therapy for adolescents and families struggling with a range of issues - mood instability, complicated life transitions, family rupture, addiction and grief and loss. Young adults are being confronted by a complex and changing world that is stressful and confusing. Navigating school, peer relationships and other choices that impact the direction of their lives can be overwhelming. Parents often feel overmatched. Everyone is seeking purpose in his or her life. The therapy I offer is designed to help cultivate an evolution of meaning within the life of each client I serve.
I offer therapy for adolescents and families struggling with a range of issues - mood instability, complicated life transitions, family rupture, addiction and grief and loss. Young adults are being confronted by a complex and changing world that is stressful and confusing. Navigating school, peer relationships and other choices that impact the direction of their lives can be overwhelming. Parents often feel overmatched. Everyone is seeking purpose in his or her life. The therapy I offer is designed to help cultivate an evolution of meaning within the life of each client I serve.
(575) 770-0436 View (575) 770-0436
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Holistic Hive Co.
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80521
My practice is rooted in Individual Psychology with Somatic Integration, Holistic Interventions, Internal Family Systems, and of course, humor.
Do you find yourself trying to make everyone around you happy but yourself? Do you try to intellectualize your way out of your feelings? Do you feel on edge or anxious most of the time? Our minds and bodies do a wonderful job of helping us survive traumatic experiences, but these survival techniques can also begin to impact our connection with ourselves, our relationships, our purpose, and much more. Through exploring past experiences, strengthening the mind-body connection, and continuing to be curious and compassionate towards self, we can begin to shift ourselves out of survival mode into a life we choose.
My practice is rooted in Individual Psychology with Somatic Integration, Holistic Interventions, Internal Family Systems, and of course, humor.
Do you find yourself trying to make everyone around you happy but yourself? Do you try to intellectualize your way out of your feelings? Do you feel on edge or anxious most of the time? Our minds and bodies do a wonderful job of helping us survive traumatic experiences, but these survival techniques can also begin to impact our connection with ourselves, our relationships, our purpose, and much more. Through exploring past experiences, strengthening the mind-body connection, and continuing to be curious and compassionate towards self, we can begin to shift ourselves out of survival mode into a life we choose.
(970) 591-7608 View (970) 591-7608
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Kristen Goltz
Marriage and Family Therapist Candidate, MS, MFTC, CTP
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80521
In all walks and phases of life, there may be roadblocks and bumps that you are faced with as an individual, couple, or family. My role is to guide, comfort, and support my clients as we navigate the obstacles together so that you no longer have to face them alone. I believe that people are resilient and capable of accomplishing their goals, healing past trauma, and developing secure relationships with themselves, their partner, and their family. I became a therapist because I am passionate about helping my clients meet and exceed their goals to heal, grow, and thrive as individuals, couples and families.
In all walks and phases of life, there may be roadblocks and bumps that you are faced with as an individual, couple, or family. My role is to guide, comfort, and support my clients as we navigate the obstacles together so that you no longer have to face them alone. I believe that people are resilient and capable of accomplishing their goals, healing past trauma, and developing secure relationships with themselves, their partner, and their family. I became a therapist because I am passionate about helping my clients meet and exceed their goals to heal, grow, and thrive as individuals, couples and families.
(970) 440-1611 View (970) 440-1611
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Marty J Rein
Counselor, PhD, MEd, LPC, CAS
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80521
When a newly recovering family attempts to navigate their old surroundings, it can be stressful and frustrating.
When working with clients, I utilize a client-centered, collaborative approach. I focus on meaning, encouragement, and support to help my clients obtain awareness, understanding, and acceptance of themselves. I approach the counseling relationship from a perspective of "meaning making" which suggests that people act on what they believe about situations, not the situation itself. Together, we use that knowledge as a basis to explore, assess, illuminate, unravel, and move forward through obstacles towards a goal-oriented outcome.
When a newly recovering family attempts to navigate their old surroundings, it can be stressful and frustrating.
When working with clients, I utilize a client-centered, collaborative approach. I focus on meaning, encouragement, and support to help my clients obtain awareness, understanding, and acceptance of themselves. I approach the counseling relationship from a perspective of "meaning making" which suggests that people act on what they believe about situations, not the situation itself. Together, we use that knowledge as a basis to explore, assess, illuminate, unravel, and move forward through obstacles towards a goal-oriented outcome.
(970) 514-5692 View (970) 514-5692
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Beth O'Brien
Psychologist, PhD, PACT, CERT, Couple, Consult
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80521  (Online Only)
Couples seek me out to help with communication problems, improving physical and/or emotional closeness, dealing with infidelity/affairs, managing blended family dynamics, and revitalizing long term partnerships.
Note:I am seeing couples on Tuesdays/Wednesdays. Do you want to be in a happier, healthier, more secure relationship? As a Psychologist and PACT Certified Couple Therapist, I help partners develop a safe, loving, connected relationship. My work with couples is attachment based, assisting couples with communication, creating trust and deepening emotional and physical intimacy. My counseling approach is active and warm, based on best practices and over 25 years of clinical experience. I also specialize in trauma and I am certified in EMDR. My training as a yoga teacher brings a mindfulness based approach to my work.
Couples seek me out to help with communication problems, improving physical and/or emotional closeness, dealing with infidelity/affairs, managing blended family dynamics, and revitalizing long term partnerships.
Note:I am seeing couples on Tuesdays/Wednesdays. Do you want to be in a happier, healthier, more secure relationship? As a Psychologist and PACT Certified Couple Therapist, I help partners develop a safe, loving, connected relationship. My work with couples is attachment based, assisting couples with communication, creating trust and deepening emotional and physical intimacy. My counseling approach is active and warm, based on best practices and over 25 years of clinical experience. I also specialize in trauma and I am certified in EMDR. My training as a yoga teacher brings a mindfulness based approach to my work.
(970) 458-4403 View (970) 458-4403
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Erandi Herndon
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80521
Hola! My name is Erandi. I identify as a multiracial, bilingual (Spanish-English) cisgender female. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and work towards supporting individuals, youth and their families find their voice, heal, and repair relationships. Additionally, I provide services that uplift and empower my Spanish-speaking and BIPOC communities. As your therapist, we will work collaboratively to build trust and safety in our relationship, which will serve as a foundation for deep healing work. My approach is generally informal, direct, and transparent in hopes of demystifying the therapeutic process.
Hola! My name is Erandi. I identify as a multiracial, bilingual (Spanish-English) cisgender female. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and work towards supporting individuals, youth and their families find their voice, heal, and repair relationships. Additionally, I provide services that uplift and empower my Spanish-speaking and BIPOC communities. As your therapist, we will work collaboratively to build trust and safety in our relationship, which will serve as a foundation for deep healing work. My approach is generally informal, direct, and transparent in hopes of demystifying the therapeutic process.
(970) 299-8038 View (970) 299-8038
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Linda K Reeves
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80521  (Online Only)
You've found an ally and someone who specializes in providing LGBTQ affirmative treatment to those who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, gender non-binary, questioning or queer. I also love supporting parents and partners who are struggling after learning their loved one's sexual or gender identity is something other than what they believed. You don't have to do this alone. Whether working individually, with a couple or a family, I focus on establishing a safe environment so we can build a trusting relationship enabling you to learn new ways to live with more authenticity and joy.
You've found an ally and someone who specializes in providing LGBTQ affirmative treatment to those who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, gender non-binary, questioning or queer. I also love supporting parents and partners who are struggling after learning their loved one's sexual or gender identity is something other than what they believed. You don't have to do this alone. Whether working individually, with a couple or a family, I focus on establishing a safe environment so we can build a trusting relationship enabling you to learn new ways to live with more authenticity and joy.
(310) 796-9196 View (310) 796-9196
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Kent A. Tompkins
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80521
As a seasoned board licensed psychotherapist, I have maintained a private practice primarily in Colorado for twenty-five years. My work allows for your vulnerability, utilizing solution-focused therapies; cognitive-behavioral, EMDR, hypnotherapy, Internal Family Systems, Jungian, somatic, wilderness/art therapies. I work with adolescents and adults, individually, as couples, families, in groups and in workshops. I also specialize in the felt sense, emotional attachment, spirituality, wellness top to bottom, neurosciences, addictions, forensics. Please visit my site for more information.
As a seasoned board licensed psychotherapist, I have maintained a private practice primarily in Colorado for twenty-five years. My work allows for your vulnerability, utilizing solution-focused therapies; cognitive-behavioral, EMDR, hypnotherapy, Internal Family Systems, Jungian, somatic, wilderness/art therapies. I work with adolescents and adults, individually, as couples, families, in groups and in workshops. I also specialize in the felt sense, emotional attachment, spirituality, wellness top to bottom, neurosciences, addictions, forensics. Please visit my site for more information.
(970) 986-4141 View (970) 986-4141
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Heather Schulte
Psychologist, PsyD, LP
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80521
Licensed professional Counselor (1994) +Masters: Marriage and Family (1997) +EMDR I and II +Doctorate: Counseling Psychology (2006) +Licensed Psychologist (2020) +Certified MMTCP Meditation teacher (2023) + Interjurisdictional Telepsychology (APIT) APIT Number: 16538.
Does life seem like a struggle right now? Is it hard to get up in the morning? Do you have trouble turning off your brain so you can rest? When you make mistakes do you blame yourself? Do you wish you had a bestie to talk to and to help you make decisions about hard things? Do you want to achieve your goals and dreams but don't know what the first step is? Together we can figure out the hard stuff. It helps when you have someone with whom you can share your ups and downs. I have training in traditional talk therapies, trauma treatment, and meditation. I believe our work together will help you thrive!
Licensed professional Counselor (1994) +Masters: Marriage and Family (1997) +EMDR I and II +Doctorate: Counseling Psychology (2006) +Licensed Psychologist (2020) +Certified MMTCP Meditation teacher (2023) + Interjurisdictional Telepsychology (APIT) APIT Number: 16538.
Does life seem like a struggle right now? Is it hard to get up in the morning? Do you have trouble turning off your brain so you can rest? When you make mistakes do you blame yourself? Do you wish you had a bestie to talk to and to help you make decisions about hard things? Do you want to achieve your goals and dreams but don't know what the first step is? Together we can figure out the hard stuff. It helps when you have someone with whom you can share your ups and downs. I have training in traditional talk therapies, trauma treatment, and meditation. I believe our work together will help you thrive!
(970) 239-1984 View (970) 239-1984
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Jessica Grant, LCSW, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80521
I completed a dual-degree Master's program from the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign in Marriage & Family Services (MS) and Social Work (MSW).
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.
I completed a dual-degree Master's program from the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign in Marriage & Family Services (MS) and Social Work (MSW).
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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Andrea Shindle
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80521
I received my degree in psychology and master's in clinical family counseling.
With specialized training in trauma and grief, I am here to walk alongside you. When we've experienced pain or loss, we worry that we will never feel like ourselves again. I encourage you that you can heal; those impacted by grief, loss or trauma can feel joy. Together we will discover deep healing. Band aids do not cover deep wounds, and treatment in grief/trauma can help. A caring relationship that fosters personal growth and integration- counseling works! For parents searchIng for their child, it is important that you feel safe with your child's counselor- we will work together!
I received my degree in psychology and master's in clinical family counseling.
With specialized training in trauma and grief, I am here to walk alongside you. When we've experienced pain or loss, we worry that we will never feel like ourselves again. I encourage you that you can heal; those impacted by grief, loss or trauma can feel joy. Together we will discover deep healing. Band aids do not cover deep wounds, and treatment in grief/trauma can help. A caring relationship that fosters personal growth and integration- counseling works! For parents searchIng for their child, it is important that you feel safe with your child's counselor- we will work together!
(970) 778-4727 View (970) 778-4727
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Danielle Eldred
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PsyD, LCSW, CPDPE
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80521
Trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples, Attachment-Based Family Therapy, Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy, and EMDR, we will navigate the intricacies of yourself and your relationships.
Openings available 4/24/24. Group therapy coming Summer'24. Peace within yourself and your relationships is possible. I support individuals, relationships, and families in all stages of development including during the transition to parenthood, family building, postpartum, and family blending. Using attachment-based methods, we partner to understand the conscious and unconscious patterns of seeking belonging with others, often which are rooted in developmental experiences, so that symptoms and struggles faced in the present make sense and a path forward is clear. I look forward to partnering with you to find relief and deep healing.
Trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples, Attachment-Based Family Therapy, Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy, and EMDR, we will navigate the intricacies of yourself and your relationships.
Openings available 4/24/24. Group therapy coming Summer'24. Peace within yourself and your relationships is possible. I support individuals, relationships, and families in all stages of development including during the transition to parenthood, family building, postpartum, and family blending. Using attachment-based methods, we partner to understand the conscious and unconscious patterns of seeking belonging with others, often which are rooted in developmental experiences, so that symptoms and struggles faced in the present make sense and a path forward is clear. I look forward to partnering with you to find relief and deep healing.
(951) 783-2690 View (951) 783-2690
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Alana O'Brien
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80521
“I have memories that still haunt me.” “I no longer feel close to my partner.” “My family isn’t like other families.” “I don’t know what my beliefs are.” I’m here for you. My name is Alana, and I am ready to help those seeking to make a change. I am passionate about working with people who want to become the best version of themselves. I am honored to meet you where you are, and help you get to where you want to be.
“I have memories that still haunt me.” “I no longer feel close to my partner.” “My family isn’t like other families.” “I don’t know what my beliefs are.” I’m here for you. My name is Alana, and I am ready to help those seeking to make a change. I am passionate about working with people who want to become the best version of themselves. I am honored to meet you where you are, and help you get to where you want to be.
(970) 519-5089 View (970) 519-5089
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Radical Healing
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80521
Waitlist for new clients
We offer individual, couples, and family psychotherapy as well as a Body Liberation group!.
Radical Healing - body, mind, and spirit. It is possible, even when life and your experiences feel insurmountable. You don’t have to do this alone. You deserve to feel safe, whole, and lovable. Let’s start your journey. We highly value using state of the art, empirically-based mental health services and care for individuals, couples, and families. We welcome you, affirm you, and celebrate you.
We offer individual, couples, and family psychotherapy as well as a Body Liberation group!.
Radical Healing - body, mind, and spirit. It is possible, even when life and your experiences feel insurmountable. You don’t have to do this alone. You deserve to feel safe, whole, and lovable. Let’s start your journey. We highly value using state of the art, empirically-based mental health services and care for individuals, couples, and families. We welcome you, affirm you, and celebrate you.
(970) 999-1668 View (970) 999-1668
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Center for Valued Living, PLLC
PsyD, LPC, LCSW, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80521
Common Issues or Specialties: Adults, Children/Adolescents/Teens, Family, Depression, Anxiety, Mood Disorders, Trauma/PTSD, Bipolar, Relationship problems, Couples, EMDR, CBT, DBT, play therapy, work/school stress; Identity issues; panic, grief/loss, work comp.
We are a group of highly-qualified mental health therapists serving all over CO via telehealth and in-person (offices in Aurora). Our licensed therapists and supervised LPCC/SWC/intern providers take most insurances including Medicaid. See c4vl.com or photo gallery for details on our clinicians, & specialties, insurances. We are committed to anti-racist, neurodivergent-affirming, and GLBTQIA+ allied practice. We have providers who speak Spanish, French, and Russian. Hablamos Espanol tambien! Email us with this info: In-person or telehealth, Insurance, Age, describe needs to be addressed.
Common Issues or Specialties: Adults, Children/Adolescents/Teens, Family, Depression, Anxiety, Mood Disorders, Trauma/PTSD, Bipolar, Relationship problems, Couples, EMDR, CBT, DBT, play therapy, work/school stress; Identity issues; panic, grief/loss, work comp.
We are a group of highly-qualified mental health therapists serving all over CO via telehealth and in-person (offices in Aurora). Our licensed therapists and supervised LPCC/SWC/intern providers take most insurances including Medicaid. See c4vl.com or photo gallery for details on our clinicians, & specialties, insurances. We are committed to anti-racist, neurodivergent-affirming, and GLBTQIA+ allied practice. We have providers who speak Spanish, French, and Russian. Hablamos Espanol tambien! Email us with this info: In-person or telehealth, Insurance, Age, describe needs to be addressed.
(970) 715-8004 View (970) 715-8004
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Gettys Psychotherapy (accepting new clients)
Counselor, MA, LPCC, RYT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80521
I provide an eclectic somatic approach based in mindfulness, gestalt, sensorimotor, and internal family systems.
Are anxiety, depression, and trauma creating roadblocks in your life? Does it feel like there is a disconnect between you and the world around you? It is normal for the trauma stored in your body to create barriers to connection. Unfortunately, these barriers can be incredibly painful and difficult to cope with. You may be experiencing cycles of painful thoughts, days of numbness, or outbursts of anger.
I provide an eclectic somatic approach based in mindfulness, gestalt, sensorimotor, and internal family systems.
Are anxiety, depression, and trauma creating roadblocks in your life? Does it feel like there is a disconnect between you and the world around you? It is normal for the trauma stored in your body to create barriers to connection. Unfortunately, these barriers can be incredibly painful and difficult to cope with. You may be experiencing cycles of painful thoughts, days of numbness, or outbursts of anger.
(720) 821-6393 View (720) 821-6393
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Charla Harvey
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80521  (Online Only)
Growth seekers, counselors (especially counselors in training), and those with loud inner critics are all good fits for my style. Some of my focus areas include adult ADHD, anxiety, stress, transitions, boundaries, body image, family relationships, attachment, codependency, and relationship issues. I am LGBTQIA+ allied and also love to work with folks from those communities. If you’re ready to grow, I’m ready to support you along the way.
Growth seekers, counselors (especially counselors in training), and those with loud inner critics are all good fits for my style. Some of my focus areas include adult ADHD, anxiety, stress, transitions, boundaries, body image, family relationships, attachment, codependency, and relationship issues. I am LGBTQIA+ allied and also love to work with folks from those communities. If you’re ready to grow, I’m ready to support you along the way.
(720) 802-6446 View (720) 802-6446
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Rex Tse
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80521  (Online Only)
Relational Trauma Specialist accepting new clients. Hi there! Do you struggle with relating? Do you feel like you are not understood as a child? Do you have complicated relationship with your family? Did you grow up in an environment where religion, culture, and family did not allow you to be who you are? When we see the harm and violence being done in our past, we want to stop the cycle. It takes incredible courage to challenge our traumas and become the person that relates healthily. I am here to support you on that journey. Together we will grieve what is lost, and rebuild who you are.
Relational Trauma Specialist accepting new clients. Hi there! Do you struggle with relating? Do you feel like you are not understood as a child? Do you have complicated relationship with your family? Did you grow up in an environment where religion, culture, and family did not allow you to be who you are? When we see the harm and violence being done in our past, we want to stop the cycle. It takes incredible courage to challenge our traumas and become the person that relates healthily. I am here to support you on that journey. Together we will grieve what is lost, and rebuild who you are.
(720) 712-1481 View (720) 712-1481
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The Other Road Counseling PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80521
We offer individual and family counseling to meet your needs.
Are you tired of traveling down the same road and are looking for a new beginning? Are you not feeling good enough and would like to regain your sense of self? Are you feeling worried? Are you ready to heal your past wounds? We offer a safe, non-judgmental place for all individuals to discover their own path.
We offer individual and family counseling to meet your needs.
Are you tired of traveling down the same road and are looking for a new beginning? Are you not feeling good enough and would like to regain your sense of self? Are you feeling worried? Are you ready to heal your past wounds? We offer a safe, non-judgmental place for all individuals to discover their own path.
(970) 800-2256 View (970) 800-2256
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Blair Thurston Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80521  (Online Only)
As a therapist, I am a great match for clients who want to transcend old patterns, build more self-trust, and experience a more spacious and peaceful inner world. I believe that all people have an intrinsic desire to move towards connection, health, and aliveness and I have a knack for helping people access these qualities within themselves. I have a lot of experience in the world of addiction and family systems, specifically working with clients who have a loved one dealing with an addiction. I specialize in treating codependency, compassionate boundary setting, and helping you find your voice.
As a therapist, I am a great match for clients who want to transcend old patterns, build more self-trust, and experience a more spacious and peaceful inner world. I believe that all people have an intrinsic desire to move towards connection, health, and aliveness and I have a knack for helping people access these qualities within themselves. I have a lot of experience in the world of addiction and family systems, specifically working with clients who have a loved one dealing with an addiction. I specialize in treating codependency, compassionate boundary setting, and helping you find your voice.
(720) 619-8582 View (720) 619-8582
Family Therapy

What do family therapists do?

A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.

How long does therapy for families take to work?

Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.

How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?

You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.

Is therapy for families effective?

Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.