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Joshua Gaylord
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, MS, MFT-C
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80525
I am an individual, couple, and family therapist that specializes in trauma work, self-efficacy, and resilience. I use an authenticity and strengths based approach to help clients develop the self-authorship necessary to find healing and lasting change. To do this, I gently empower individual growth and self-actualization, helping clients rediscover their sense of self and the confidence to navigate life's complex challenges.
I am an individual, couple, and family therapist that specializes in trauma work, self-efficacy, and resilience. I use an authenticity and strengths based approach to help clients develop the self-authorship necessary to find healing and lasting change. To do this, I gently empower individual growth and self-actualization, helping clients rediscover their sense of self and the confidence to navigate life's complex challenges.
(970) 432-8483 View (970) 432-8483
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Demian (Demi) Wood
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, EMDR, II
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80525  (Online Only)
I enjoy helping people get along with each other - with their spouses, parents, children, friends, coworkers. Relationships are often complicated by issues from the past, and I work at a deep level to address present day and past issues. I like to help heal individuals who have been traumatized recently or in the past. My approach is love based, and focused on reducing stress and healing fears. I focus more on healing which leads to permanent change than on temporary behavioral change, and I integrate the most recent brain research. I also honor and integrate my patients' spiritual beliefs and values into the therapy.
I enjoy helping people get along with each other - with their spouses, parents, children, friends, coworkers. Relationships are often complicated by issues from the past, and I work at a deep level to address present day and past issues. I like to help heal individuals who have been traumatized recently or in the past. My approach is love based, and focused on reducing stress and healing fears. I focus more on healing which leads to permanent change than on temporary behavioral change, and I integrate the most recent brain research. I also honor and integrate my patients' spiritual beliefs and values into the therapy.
(970) 744-5097 View (970) 744-5097

Online Therapists

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Mataele Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work Candidate, SWC
Verified Verified
Northglenn, CO 80234
Being 7 of 12 kids from an immigrant family living in Los Angeles, CA, I have experienced how trans formative therapy has been for me.
Aloha! My name is George Mataele and I enjoy connecting with individuals, families, marriages, couples and adolescents who struggle with everyday life functions. The client/s may have a deeply traumatic past and may struggle with Anxiety, Depression, Suicide, Bipolar DO etc. I love to work with clients who desire to improve, manage and control their mental health well being. Their goals would be to remove barriers that exist within themselves that perpetuate these struggles. My client will be open to exploring their own journey of self to find connection and wholeness.
Being 7 of 12 kids from an immigrant family living in Los Angeles, CA, I have experienced how trans formative therapy has been for me.
Aloha! My name is George Mataele and I enjoy connecting with individuals, families, marriages, couples and adolescents who struggle with everyday life functions. The client/s may have a deeply traumatic past and may struggle with Anxiety, Depression, Suicide, Bipolar DO etc. I love to work with clients who desire to improve, manage and control their mental health well being. Their goals would be to remove barriers that exist within themselves that perpetuate these struggles. My client will be open to exploring their own journey of self to find connection and wholeness.
(720) 310-1171 View (720) 310-1171
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Darin J. Wallis
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, LCSW, CACIII
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80207
My name is Dr. Darin Wallis & I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, & a Certified Addictions Counselor in Metro-Denver. My practice focuses on helping couples, families, & individuals with their relationships, their mental health, as well as substance abuse problems. I am a compassionate and committed therapist who is dedicated to helping others achieve security & satisfaction with their relationships. I can help you! Couples Therapy, Marital Therapy, & Family Therapy are my specialties, along with a unique expertise working with families experiencing paranormal phenomenon.
My name is Dr. Darin Wallis & I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, & a Certified Addictions Counselor in Metro-Denver. My practice focuses on helping couples, families, & individuals with their relationships, their mental health, as well as substance abuse problems. I am a compassionate and committed therapist who is dedicated to helping others achieve security & satisfaction with their relationships. I can help you! Couples Therapy, Marital Therapy, & Family Therapy are my specialties, along with a unique expertise working with families experiencing paranormal phenomenon.
(303) 900-7218 View (303) 900-7218
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Rebecca Sculley Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80304
I specialize in working with adults, young adults, college students and couples and family needs.
Now is the time to focus on YOU! I commend you for taking this crucial step to making a change in your life. It is OK to feel what you may be feelings. The ups and the downs. The gratitude and the heart ache while we still manage the Global Pandemic. Perhaps you are an adult or young adult dealing with grief, relationship issues, narcissistic emotional abuse trauma, or life transitions. Join me in the therapeutic process and make the changes you want in life. Together, we will highlight your strengths and goals, empower you to make healthy choices and find the balance you've been searching for and are ready to have.
I specialize in working with adults, young adults, college students and couples and family needs.
Now is the time to focus on YOU! I commend you for taking this crucial step to making a change in your life. It is OK to feel what you may be feelings. The ups and the downs. The gratitude and the heart ache while we still manage the Global Pandemic. Perhaps you are an adult or young adult dealing with grief, relationship issues, narcissistic emotional abuse trauma, or life transitions. Join me in the therapeutic process and make the changes you want in life. Together, we will highlight your strengths and goals, empower you to make healthy choices and find the balance you've been searching for and are ready to have.
(720) 924-3978 View (720) 924-3978
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Nanci H Kim
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80202
I currently provide individual, couples and family therapies for individuals ages 14 and older in California, Colorado and New Mexico.
I specialize in helping individuals heal from past traumatic events that impact their present and am certified in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) and Brainspotting. Additionally, I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) in addition to talk therapy to help clients with a variety of mental health concerns in their healing journey. For couples and families, I practice Emotionally Focused Therapy, DBT and Relational Life Therapy (RLT) approaches.
I currently provide individual, couples and family therapies for individuals ages 14 and older in California, Colorado and New Mexico.
I specialize in helping individuals heal from past traumatic events that impact their present and am certified in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) and Brainspotting. Additionally, I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) in addition to talk therapy to help clients with a variety of mental health concerns in their healing journey. For couples and families, I practice Emotionally Focused Therapy, DBT and Relational Life Therapy (RLT) approaches.
(510) 491-0863 View (510) 491-0863
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Matthew Clausen — Accepting New Clients
Counselor, MFTC, LPCC, MA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80305
Finding a good therapist is hard! Maybe you're feeling stuck right now with relationship issues, parenting struggles, or family trouble. Or maybe you're looking for individual therapy related to anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, or another mental health topic. We'll work together to make things better for you. Using proven, research-backed therapy practices, we'll build a calm, secure space to work through and resolve the deeper issues that feel so overwhelming right now. Life doesn't have to be a struggle every day. Let's work together to make it better. I have some available times we can meet.
Finding a good therapist is hard! Maybe you're feeling stuck right now with relationship issues, parenting struggles, or family trouble. Or maybe you're looking for individual therapy related to anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, or another mental health topic. We'll work together to make things better for you. Using proven, research-backed therapy practices, we'll build a calm, secure space to work through and resolve the deeper issues that feel so overwhelming right now. Life doesn't have to be a struggle every day. Let's work together to make it better. I have some available times we can meet.
(303) 529-2832 View (303) 529-2832
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South Psychology
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Centennial, CO 80122
South Psychology's mission is to provide evidence based mental health therapy and assessment services that functionally improve the lives of the individuals and families we serve.
South Psychology's mission is to provide evidence based mental health therapy and assessment services that functionally improve the lives of the individuals and families we serve.
(303) 335-9899 View (303) 335-9899
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James Jahmaya Kessler
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80301
Ever feel like there is more to this life than the one you've been living? As someone who has felt the gravity and darkness of untapped potential I know what's it's like to be living a life we don't love. The clues are within the depression and/or anxiety - these are our body's brilliantly sane ways of saying "pay attention!" Anyone can have a life that is full of passion, richness, purpose, and they feel joyfully proud to be living. It will take vulnerability, bravery, sacrifices, and perhaps some help to get this life that you love. I'd be deeply honored to be the gentle and firm guide you need to help you create this life.
Ever feel like there is more to this life than the one you've been living? As someone who has felt the gravity and darkness of untapped potential I know what's it's like to be living a life we don't love. The clues are within the depression and/or anxiety - these are our body's brilliantly sane ways of saying "pay attention!" Anyone can have a life that is full of passion, richness, purpose, and they feel joyfully proud to be living. It will take vulnerability, bravery, sacrifices, and perhaps some help to get this life that you love. I'd be deeply honored to be the gentle and firm guide you need to help you create this life.
(720) 669-7721 View (720) 669-7721
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Laurie Kerridge
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LPC, LMHC, CCTP-II, EMDR-II
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80301  (Online Only)
Licensed in OR, CO, WA. Are your symptoms preventing you from engaging in or enjoying activities you once used to? I work with people who battle anxiety, depression, PTSD, complex childhood trauma, addiction, suicidal thoughts and more. Counseling with me will be a warm, authentic and safe experience where together, we can gently process the thoughts, fears and doubts that keep you feeling stuck and perhaps miserable. Therapy may involve helping you develop increased awareness, exploring thought processes, relationships and behavior patterns, as well as learning new skills to manage your symptoms and relationships.
Licensed in OR, CO, WA. Are your symptoms preventing you from engaging in or enjoying activities you once used to? I work with people who battle anxiety, depression, PTSD, complex childhood trauma, addiction, suicidal thoughts and more. Counseling with me will be a warm, authentic and safe experience where together, we can gently process the thoughts, fears and doubts that keep you feeling stuck and perhaps miserable. Therapy may involve helping you develop increased awareness, exploring thought processes, relationships and behavior patterns, as well as learning new skills to manage your symptoms and relationships.
(971) 571-5543 View (971) 571-5543
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John Oh (Known Counseling)
Counselor, LPCC, MA
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Thornton, CO 80241
I Support Couples Stuck in Cycles of Conflict and Disconnection? My approach focuses on 3 Core Areas: 1) Healthy & Honest Communication Skills 3) Couples Conflict Resolution and 3) Cultivating a Deep Fulfilling Friendship. My Counseling is based on Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and the Gottman Method, to Build Trust and Connection. Let's Work together to Rebuild the Relationship You’ve Always Wanted.
I Support Couples Stuck in Cycles of Conflict and Disconnection? My approach focuses on 3 Core Areas: 1) Healthy & Honest Communication Skills 3) Couples Conflict Resolution and 3) Cultivating a Deep Fulfilling Friendship. My Counseling is based on Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and the Gottman Method, to Build Trust and Connection. Let's Work together to Rebuild the Relationship You’ve Always Wanted.
(720) 580-4944 View (720) 580-4944
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Grant Kobayashi-Hinds
Counselor, MA, LPC, EMDR-T, NCC
Verified Verified
Aurora, CO 80014
My passion for counseling has always stemmed from believing in people and the possibility for meaningful change. As your counselor, I feel my purpose is to meet everyone where they are right here and right now. How I work on achieving this by providing an open, safe and supportive atmosphere to work with you. Let’s collaborate through a proper therapeutic alliance to find the tools necessary to achieve your goals and a better quality of life. I enjoy working with adult individuals and couples in a variety of areas including depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationships.
My passion for counseling has always stemmed from believing in people and the possibility for meaningful change. As your counselor, I feel my purpose is to meet everyone where they are right here and right now. How I work on achieving this by providing an open, safe and supportive atmosphere to work with you. Let’s collaborate through a proper therapeutic alliance to find the tools necessary to achieve your goals and a better quality of life. I enjoy working with adult individuals and couples in a variety of areas including depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationships.
(740) 217-4702 View (740) 217-4702
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Gyoen G Soggin
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Broomfield, CO 80023
I help children, adolescents, and adults overcome challenges and traumatic events that shape their development, self esteem, and interpersonal relationships. I utilize a psychodynamic, client centered treatment approach to address each individual's educational, occupational and interpersonal goals. My specialties include child and adolescent development, couple's communication and parenting, separation and divorce, and the treatment of complex trauma.
I help children, adolescents, and adults overcome challenges and traumatic events that shape their development, self esteem, and interpersonal relationships. I utilize a psychodynamic, client centered treatment approach to address each individual's educational, occupational and interpersonal goals. My specialties include child and adolescent development, couple's communication and parenting, separation and divorce, and the treatment of complex trauma.
(720) 571-4268 View (720) 571-4268
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Chelsea Cordero
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80231  (Online Only)
If you believe you are dealing with anxiety, stress, relationship issues, substance abuse, life transitions, depression, or just need someone to talk things through with, let's work together and find a lasting solution. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I feel my role is to walk alongside you as we work collaboratively to identify any barriers you're experiencing. My main objective is to assist you with reaching your goals because you are worthy of the life of your choosing.
If you believe you are dealing with anxiety, stress, relationship issues, substance abuse, life transitions, depression, or just need someone to talk things through with, let's work together and find a lasting solution. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I feel my role is to walk alongside you as we work collaboratively to identify any barriers you're experiencing. My main objective is to assist you with reaching your goals because you are worthy of the life of your choosing.
(720) 679-8064 View (720) 679-8064
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Kimberly Sharrow
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Arvada, CO 80002
Enrolling Now for our Children's Weekly Play-based Nature Therapy Summer Groups! Nature-themed, outdoor groups will provide opportunities for children to explore sensory activities outdoors while focusing on gaining abilities for self-regulation, social skills, and self-esteem building! These group will include opportunities for nature-themed arts and crafts, mindfulness and meditation, children’s yoga and movement games to increase executive functioning. Dates: 6/2- 6/23 & 7/7- 7/28, Tuesdays ages 6-8, Thursdays ages 9-11. West Arvada / Wheat Ridge location. Space is very limited, see the attached flier for more info!
Enrolling Now for our Children's Weekly Play-based Nature Therapy Summer Groups! Nature-themed, outdoor groups will provide opportunities for children to explore sensory activities outdoors while focusing on gaining abilities for self-regulation, social skills, and self-esteem building! These group will include opportunities for nature-themed arts and crafts, mindfulness and meditation, children’s yoga and movement games to increase executive functioning. Dates: 6/2- 6/23 & 7/7- 7/28, Tuesdays ages 6-8, Thursdays ages 9-11. West Arvada / Wheat Ridge location. Space is very limited, see the attached flier for more info!
(720) 704-3540 View (720) 704-3540
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Aniela Verner, BSW, MSW, Clinical Social Worker
Registered Psychotherapist, BSW, MSW, CSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westminster, CO 80031
For the last 20 years I've had the pleasure to work with and support individuals of all ages and cultural backgrounds. This experience has allowed me to grow exponentially and played a crucial role in my professional and personal development. These aspects allow me to be creative and flexible in meeting the various challenges and concerns of my clients.
For the last 20 years I've had the pleasure to work with and support individuals of all ages and cultural backgrounds. This experience has allowed me to grow exponentially and played a crucial role in my professional and personal development. These aspects allow me to be creative and flexible in meeting the various challenges and concerns of my clients.
(303) 586-3538 View (303) 586-3538
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Thanh Nguyen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80204  (Online Only)
Maybe anxiety, depression or trauma have recently been a barrier in your life and you want to be able to feel like "yourself" or feel more fulfilled. Or maybe these are issues that are a familiar part of your life for a quite a while and you're ready for the next step in your healing.
Maybe anxiety, depression or trauma have recently been a barrier in your life and you want to be able to feel like "yourself" or feel more fulfilled. Or maybe these are issues that are a familiar part of your life for a quite a while and you're ready for the next step in your healing.
(720) 538-9633 View (720) 538-9633
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Maylene April Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Centennial, CO 80111
Client's who seek my professional help have common goals, and that is to feel happy, have purpose, a sense of belonging, feel worthy, and have confidence in their pursuits. Everyday stressors from, self doubt, relationship issues, and life challenges increase anxiety to where one can feel lost, down, misunderstood, and all the weight becomes too hard to bear. However, when intention and self-work are exercised, wholeness can be reached. My life's work is rewarded by helping other's find fulfillment by building the most important relationship... the relationship with themself.
Client's who seek my professional help have common goals, and that is to feel happy, have purpose, a sense of belonging, feel worthy, and have confidence in their pursuits. Everyday stressors from, self doubt, relationship issues, and life challenges increase anxiety to where one can feel lost, down, misunderstood, and all the weight becomes too hard to bear. However, when intention and self-work are exercised, wholeness can be reached. My life's work is rewarded by helping other's find fulfillment by building the most important relationship... the relationship with themself.
(720) 893-8412 View (720) 893-8412

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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.