Family Therapy in Boulder, CO

As humans, our desire for connection and belonging is innate, healthy and our birthright. Too often, parts of us seem to sabotage our relationships and peace of mind by utilizing old learned patterns, meant to protect, but now limiting our fullest expressions of love and security. When we explore, honor and understand the origins of these parts and turn toward them with compassion, we offer ourselves the opportunity to integrate and heal old wounds, to live and love in the present, informed by, but not limited by the past. I assist individuals and couples in transforming themselves and their relationships.

Is your child struggling to control their emotions or reactions? Has their behavior changed and you’re not sure why? Maybe their grades have dropped; all of the sudden you’re getting calls from the school; they may have withdrawn into themselves, or begin lashing out at others. While children and teens are incredibly resilient, even under the best of circumstances, they may need support from someone outside of the family in order to recover from a major change, or unlock their full potential & thrive. That is where therapy comes in, and I would love to be the one to help.

As a Licensed Professional Counselor dedicated to guiding individuals through life's challenges, I specialize in anxiety, men's issues, and life transitions. My passion lies in empowering people to conquer their anxieties, understand men's unique emotional struggles, and navigate life's transitions with grace. I've witnessed the transformative power of counseling, and I want to be that unwavering support for others. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you can openly express your concerns and fears.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with extensive experience specializing in infant and early childhood mental health and development, and perinatal mental health. I specialize in providing attachment-based child-parent interventions for infants, toddlers, and young children (birth – 6 years). I work with families to navigate challenges in behavior, mental health and development, while supporting emotion regulation, healthy attachment, reflection, and strengthening parent-child relationships. My approach is eclectic and tailored to each individual family, stemming from psychodynamic and evidence-based therapies.

You are brave for taking this bold step wherever you are in life and wherever you are in your therapy process. I am a HAES and trauma informed therapist and have 20 years of experience working with clients who struggle with their relationship with food and their bodies. I work mostly with adults, college students, and athletes who want a more expansive life and less preoccupation with food and exercise. It is possible and I can support you through it!

Hi! I work with adults and undergraduate/graduate students who present with issues related to trauma, anxiety, depression, relationships, and identity/existential concerns. I value a holistic perspective when treating psychological issues and offer therapy that creates constructive and meaningful change. My expertise creates the container for our collaborative relationship; you bring self-knowledge and a vision of what you want your life to be.

Are anxiety, depression, trauma, or some unknown “barrier” getting in the way of something you are passionate about? My clients often have a career, mission, art form, sport, or relationship that they want to grow, deepen, or master. Yet, at some point on their journey, they find themselves stuck. Often they have sought support from family or friends, but it's not quite hitting the mark. They experience fear of failure and resistance in light of uncertainty. My clients are willing to be vulnerable and challenged. Arriving with a deep desire to live a creative life of purpose and passion, yet needing support along the way.

I have spent the past 20 years helping adolescents (and their families) with the work of growing into healthy, happy adults. My background includes teaching high school, running a summer camp, school counseling, and directing September High School. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I have brought these experiences into my clinical work.

Do you find yourself overwhelmed with shifts in your world? Have you recently had a life and or medical change that you would like to navigate? Are there parts of your past that are affecting your everyday life such as emotional and or sexual abuse? Are you having more arguments than you would like? Are you feeling dissatisfied within your sex life? Are you experiencing hardship and frustration surrounding child rearing? While not an exhaustive list, I believe that there is no problem that therapy can not address. I am here for you!

I specialize in working with teens, adults and families. When a teen or young adult is struggling, so is their family. Whether you are wanting your kid to get more out of life or are concerned about behavior/symptoms that destabilize your child's wellbeing, I can help. I also provide support for young adults that are working through the difficult transition to adulthood. For adult clients, I offer a deep understanding of the challenges of creating and sustaining meaningful relationships and navigating our fast and competitive modern society. You will gain important insights and support on your authentic path.

Breaking through the barriers. What keeps you from true happiness and living the life you truly love? Perhaps you are in an unfulfilling intimate relationship that is not meeting your needs, or you desire a long-term meaningful partnership but keep finding that area to be a struggle. Are friendships and community challenging? Is your relationship with your family or particular family members in conflict? Often it is a need to learn to cope with difficult emotions such as anxiety and fears, negative thinking or challenging relationships that keep you from experiencing a life of joy and happiness.

My approach is direct, supportive and caring. I believe that effective psychotherapy is based upon mutual curiosity and genuineness in discovering how to meet life’s challenges - including family issues, anxiety, depression and other mental health issues. The path through these difficulties includes facing them with humor, gentleness and bravery. The fruition of this exploration is a greater awareness of self and an appreciation of others.

Adolescence and early adulthood holds a special place in my heart, because it is such ripe ground for discovery, yet many young people get stuck along the journey. I have worked with young people for over 10 years, who have struggled with social-anxiety and shyness, addiction, anxiety and panic attacks, depression, grief and loss issues, trauma, school issues, and complex family issues. While all of these can be horrific for the individual and families involved, the underlying resiliency present in each of these young people and families is the foundation that we build from in the healing process.

I offer an authentic presence and relate to each individual, couple, family and group with heartfelt acceptance, wisdom, and power. My work is centered on building genuine connection, developing somatic awareness, and exchanging honest presence. I offer diverse resources, tools and interventions, including the creative arts, movement, talk-therapy, psycho-education, mindfulness and a safe space to be in relationship. I honor that not everyone learns and heals with the same approach and have a deep respect for the non-verbal realms, for the spiritual world and for the neurology, biology and sociology of making change and achieving optimal wellness.

There will always be pain in life but you needn't suffer. You can live a life worth living even as you experience depression, anxiety, negative self evaluation and other psychological symptoms. And you can recover joy and laughter despite mental health issues. Learn practical skills for self regulation and develop mindfulness practices to sustain your ability to be present and effective in your daily life. I can help you with parenting, marital problems, family conflict, trauma, mood disorders, and life transitions. Together we will create a relationship in which you experience acceptance, compassion, empathy--and sometimes humor.

My ideal client is seeking help for trauma, depression, anxiety and relationship issues. I use mindfulness awareness practices, client-centered therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Psychobiological Approach to Couples Therapy (PACT) therapies. I utilize many different therapeutic approaches to tailor what treatment best fits my client's needs. I will work with individuals, families, and couples. My work is also informed by my personal practice in the Diamond Approach to inner work. Please take a look at my website, joylanzano.com

My intention is to create a powerful therapeutic relationship between myself and my clients. I know and have witnessed that struggling with sexuality issues can often lead to feelings of shame or embarrassment. I see our sexualities as one of the most diverse and unique parts of ourselves. I believe that difference does not equal disorder, and being "normal" is often not the goal. I am poly/open and kink knowledgeable and have experience in working with non-traditional relationship dynamics, LGBTQIA2+ issues, individuals and couples & families relationship issues.

I am a straightforward, no-nonsense therapist who focuses on YOUR issues and gets you results! Are you exhausted from not being heard in your relationship? Do you and your partner fight instead of communicating? Perhaps you are wondering if you have a problem with alcohol or drugs. Or maybe you’re feeling depressed, anxious, or just wanting to make a change in your life. I help clients find their way through such problems and guide them with individualized solutions; every client is different. I try to make counseling a fun and engaging process so that you’ll WANT to come to therapy, not dread it!

Wanting change? I am a licensed professional counselor, trauma healing wilderness therapist, coach, and men's group facilitator. I believe we have 1 life to live. My passion is helping you discover your way to live as fully and happily as possible. It is important to me that you experience progress, so I work hard with you wherever you are at in your struggles. My approach is both sensitive but masculine so that you feel safe and unpressured while bravely examining your inner blocks. Together we create action plans that help you apply your insights and get the most out of our work together. We go as deep as you feel ready to go.