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Rebecca Arbach
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80525
I specialize in working with children (10+), adolescents, individuals, couples, and families overcoming mental illness, stressors, and life transitions including immigration, deployment, family additions, and long-distance moves.
When you decide to come to therapy, you get to be vulnerable and explore the fears and tough feelings that you worry you cannot reveal to the people you love. I understand the need to be vulnerable and have worked to create a safe place for those exploring their fears and feelings. I have a drive for helping individuals, couples, and families discover their self-worth and by assisting those who are determined to overcome life’s most challenging moments; I believe that everyone can heal, grow, and change if the desire is present. It will take time and dedication, but real change is possible.
I specialize in working with children (10+), adolescents, individuals, couples, and families overcoming mental illness, stressors, and life transitions including immigration, deployment, family additions, and long-distance moves.
When you decide to come to therapy, you get to be vulnerable and explore the fears and tough feelings that you worry you cannot reveal to the people you love. I understand the need to be vulnerable and have worked to create a safe place for those exploring their fears and feelings. I have a drive for helping individuals, couples, and families discover their self-worth and by assisting those who are determined to overcome life’s most challenging moments; I believe that everyone can heal, grow, and change if the desire is present. It will take time and dedication, but real change is possible.
(970) 323-2545 View (970) 323-2545
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Fred D Fuller/Counselor/Life Coach
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80525
Mixed messages from family and friends can be the number one cause of feeling "crazy".
Feel connected, feel heard, feel understood! Are these on your wish list? . A good friend of choice can help make sense out of your world. Learn to "Trace, Erase and Replace" old hidden massages.
Mixed messages from family and friends can be the number one cause of feeling "crazy".
Feel connected, feel heard, feel understood! Are these on your wish list? . A good friend of choice can help make sense out of your world. Learn to "Trace, Erase and Replace" old hidden massages.
(970) 639-5835 View (970) 639-5835
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Elizabeth Kittrell
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CHT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80525
I work with adults and teens, providing individual, couples and family therapy.
What if you felt heard and seen? What if you were more connected to your true self and could more freely express yourself in the world? What would your life look like if you were more present and connected to your own heart and the hearts of others?
I work with adults and teens, providing individual, couples and family therapy.
What if you felt heard and seen? What if you were more connected to your true self and could more freely express yourself in the world? What would your life look like if you were more present and connected to your own heart and the hearts of others?
(970) 610-0579 View (970) 610-0579
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Jennifer Dudek
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80525  (Online Only)
I am a licensed professional counselor. I work with children ages 13 through 18 as well as with adults. I desire to build strong therapeutic relationships with each of my clients using a person-centered approach. I am able to provide both telehealth and in person counseling. I believe that a person's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are closely interconnected, and therefore primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I can incorporate focused mindfulness techniques, assertiveness training, and work with the family through periodic family sessions. I am also receiving training in Internal Family Systems therapy (IFS).
I am a licensed professional counselor. I work with children ages 13 through 18 as well as with adults. I desire to build strong therapeutic relationships with each of my clients using a person-centered approach. I am able to provide both telehealth and in person counseling. I believe that a person's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are closely interconnected, and therefore primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I can incorporate focused mindfulness techniques, assertiveness training, and work with the family through periodic family sessions. I am also receiving training in Internal Family Systems therapy (IFS).
(970) 788-2785 View (970) 788-2785
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Daniel Jackson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80525
I currently specialize in providing evidence-based and trauma-focused psychotherapy to adults, couples, and teenagers in order to strengthen resiliency, promote stability in the home, and improve family functioning. I have extensive experience working with adults with depressive or anxiety issues, couples, behavioral issues, LGBT issues, and school-based issues. I work directly with individuals to ensure that even the most challenging or threatening behaviors can be managed.
I currently specialize in providing evidence-based and trauma-focused psychotherapy to adults, couples, and teenagers in order to strengthen resiliency, promote stability in the home, and improve family functioning. I have extensive experience working with adults with depressive or anxiety issues, couples, behavioral issues, LGBT issues, and school-based issues. I work directly with individuals to ensure that even the most challenging or threatening behaviors can be managed.
(970) 670-7514 View (970) 670-7514
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Mallory Hislar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80525
If you have ever experienced sexual assault, abuse, the loss of a loved one, or a toxic relationship you are already a survivor. You might feel really lost and alone, but you don't have to be. Oftentimes when people have been through significant traumas they continue through life thinking they will be fine, but they are continuously haunted by anxiety and depression. If you have experienced any of these traumatic situations you likely have also experienced narcissistic abuse within your family. This kind of trauma and abuse can make it difficult to function in healthy relationships as an adult. -now offering EMDR
If you have ever experienced sexual assault, abuse, the loss of a loved one, or a toxic relationship you are already a survivor. You might feel really lost and alone, but you don't have to be. Oftentimes when people have been through significant traumas they continue through life thinking they will be fine, but they are continuously haunted by anxiety and depression. If you have experienced any of these traumatic situations you likely have also experienced narcissistic abuse within your family. This kind of trauma and abuse can make it difficult to function in healthy relationships as an adult. -now offering EMDR
(970) 788-2781 View (970) 788-2781
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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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Kari Weiler
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT-C
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80525
Are you struggling with your partner? Does your family feel out of control? Do you wonder how life became so unmanageable? I work with people struggling just like you. Using an attachment focused therapy, we'll work together to create secure connections and reduce anxiety. This approach has profound effects for couples with relationship and sexuality issues, social anxiety, recovering from trauma, or reengineering their life. I work with families, parents, and children recovering from trauma, illness, grief, loss, moving, and divorce.
Are you struggling with your partner? Does your family feel out of control? Do you wonder how life became so unmanageable? I work with people struggling just like you. Using an attachment focused therapy, we'll work together to create secure connections and reduce anxiety. This approach has profound effects for couples with relationship and sexuality issues, social anxiety, recovering from trauma, or reengineering their life. I work with families, parents, and children recovering from trauma, illness, grief, loss, moving, and divorce.
(303) 622-5946 View (303) 622-5946
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Mindful Creations Art Therapy & Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, LPCC
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80525
Most of my training resided in outpatient mental health clinics, non-profit organizations, and private practice. My therapeutic interests include the areas of mindfulness, family issues, child and adolescent development, and clinical areas of anxiety, depression, emotional/sexual abuse, and trauma. I have gained valuable experience facilitating art therapy groups for children struggling with social skills as well. I believe in giving children a voice as well as adults and providing a safe space to express themselves. My approach is client and family-centered, focusing on evidence-based therapies, such as CBT and DBT.
Most of my training resided in outpatient mental health clinics, non-profit organizations, and private practice. My therapeutic interests include the areas of mindfulness, family issues, child and adolescent development, and clinical areas of anxiety, depression, emotional/sexual abuse, and trauma. I have gained valuable experience facilitating art therapy groups for children struggling with social skills as well. I believe in giving children a voice as well as adults and providing a safe space to express themselves. My approach is client and family-centered, focusing on evidence-based therapies, such as CBT and DBT.
(970) 238-2768 View (970) 238-2768
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Shaunna Kauffman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80525
I work with issues such as anxiety, depression, life transitions (divorce, career and family changes, aging), chronic illness and grief and loss.
I work with issues such as anxiety, depression, life transitions (divorce, career and family changes, aging), chronic illness and grief and loss.
(970) 292-6916 View (970) 292-6916
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Peyton Hottle
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80525
“My partner and I feel worlds apart.” “I am struggling setting boundaries in my relationships.” “I don’t feel like my family is as close as we used to be.” “I’m tired of having the same argument.” I’d love to help you. My name is Peyton and I am passionate about helping people be the best version of themselves and living life with deeper and more meaningful connections.
“My partner and I feel worlds apart.” “I am struggling setting boundaries in my relationships.” “I don’t feel like my family is as close as we used to be.” “I’m tired of having the same argument.” I’d love to help you. My name is Peyton and I am passionate about helping people be the best version of themselves and living life with deeper and more meaningful connections.
(970) 594-9452 View (970) 594-9452
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Bonnie C Cochran
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCD
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80525
Of particular interest to me is the enormous impact on women and men when they have problems creating a family.
Life is full of challenges for each and every one of us. In my 20 plus years of working as a Mental Health Care Professional I have learned that the hurdles we face ultimately help us to change and grow. I have worked with individuals and couples from all walks of life, coping with loss relationship issues, life changing medical diagnosis, reproductive trauma, career challenges, anxiety, trauma and depression.
Of particular interest to me is the enormous impact on women and men when they have problems creating a family.
Life is full of challenges for each and every one of us. In my 20 plus years of working as a Mental Health Care Professional I have learned that the hurdles we face ultimately help us to change and grow. I have worked with individuals and couples from all walks of life, coping with loss relationship issues, life changing medical diagnosis, reproductive trauma, career challenges, anxiety, trauma and depression.
(970) 293-7992 View (970) 293-7992
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Mary Preston
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80525  (Online Only)
I’m trained in Marriage and Family Therapy, and see individuals and families.
My clients come from a variety of backgrounds, but often find themselves in the helping profession. Teachers, nurses, veterinarians, and EMTs, those who have a habit of putting others' needs before their own. My clients are often worn out, burnt out, and struggling with how to stay in their profession when they don't have energy or passion anymore. Many often feel guilty because they have a "good life" when you look from the outside and don't understand why they feel the way they do. At this time I an not working with children, however, I also love exploring parenting strategies and helping children succeed through family work
I’m trained in Marriage and Family Therapy, and see individuals and families.
My clients come from a variety of backgrounds, but often find themselves in the helping profession. Teachers, nurses, veterinarians, and EMTs, those who have a habit of putting others' needs before their own. My clients are often worn out, burnt out, and struggling with how to stay in their profession when they don't have energy or passion anymore. Many often feel guilty because they have a "good life" when you look from the outside and don't understand why they feel the way they do. At this time I an not working with children, however, I also love exploring parenting strategies and helping children succeed through family work
(970) 964-6067 View (970) 964-6067
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Chrystal Dellinger
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80525
It also incorporates the body, home and family, social networks and the societal system that we live in.
I work with a wide range of clients and issues, however, the clients that benefit the most from working with me are ones who are looking for a partner in therapy. I believe that every person is the most accurate resource to understanding themselves and their world view. I would like to pair my knowledge about mental health with your lived experience and to help you create your own solutions. I provide an inclusive and non-judgmental space for all that walk through my door. Diversity is what creates beauty in this world and as such I strive for cultural sensitivity, body positivity, LGBTQIA+ rights and neurodivergence affirming.
It also incorporates the body, home and family, social networks and the societal system that we live in.
I work with a wide range of clients and issues, however, the clients that benefit the most from working with me are ones who are looking for a partner in therapy. I believe that every person is the most accurate resource to understanding themselves and their world view. I would like to pair my knowledge about mental health with your lived experience and to help you create your own solutions. I provide an inclusive and non-judgmental space for all that walk through my door. Diversity is what creates beauty in this world and as such I strive for cultural sensitivity, body positivity, LGBTQIA+ rights and neurodivergence affirming.
(970) 431-7916 View (970) 431-7916
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Deborah L Fenton-Nichols
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC, LMFT, LAC, MAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80525
When life feels overwhelming, unmanageable, or just not enjoyable, getting out of bed in the morning can be hard. Going to work, interacting with family or friends, and looking forward to tomorrow can feel like torture. When in this dark place, focusing and making decisions can seem impossible and life is just a daily grind with no enjoyment in site. Life changes catch you off guard and to adjust to the new situation you just need support. Whatever the situation, this may be your present, but it does not have to be your future. Relief from this prison is possible and feeling alive again can happen. Help is a phone call away.
When life feels overwhelming, unmanageable, or just not enjoyable, getting out of bed in the morning can be hard. Going to work, interacting with family or friends, and looking forward to tomorrow can feel like torture. When in this dark place, focusing and making decisions can seem impossible and life is just a daily grind with no enjoyment in site. Life changes catch you off guard and to adjust to the new situation you just need support. Whatever the situation, this may be your present, but it does not have to be your future. Relief from this prison is possible and feeling alive again can happen. Help is a phone call away.
(970) 999-1102 View (970) 999-1102
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Zach Engler
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80525
My job as a counselor is to help empower you and to work with you to find a solution to the problems you or your family are facing; whether it be anxiety, depression, or school/job related stressors, or you’re having relationship or family issues, I am here to help. I have worked with a wide variety of clients from the ages of 15 to 50 years old using individual and family therapy. Sometimes just having a judgement free place to talk can make all the difference when life stressors are impacting your daily functioning. I am offering tele-health at this time as well.
My job as a counselor is to help empower you and to work with you to find a solution to the problems you or your family are facing; whether it be anxiety, depression, or school/job related stressors, or you’re having relationship or family issues, I am here to help. I have worked with a wide variety of clients from the ages of 15 to 50 years old using individual and family therapy. Sometimes just having a judgement free place to talk can make all the difference when life stressors are impacting your daily functioning. I am offering tele-health at this time as well.
(970) 550-1072 View (970) 550-1072
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LightHouse WholeHealth Therapy Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MFT
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80525
LightHouse WholeHealth offers modalities that include Marriage and Family Systems, EMDR, TF-CBT (trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy), CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), DBT (dialectical behavioral therapy), Behavioral, Attachment and Emotion Focused Therapy, Anger Management, Solution Focused Therapy, Trauma Systems Therapy, Play Therapy & groups.
Jennifer is the founder and co-owner of LIghtHouse WholeHealth Therapy Center. We accept insurance, FSA/HSA, credit cards and cash. We are currently taking new patients! She started practicing in 2009. Before this she was in education for 12 years. She specializes in trauma, individual, couples and family therapy. She treats individuals, children, couples and families. She has experience working in outpatient, crisis intervention, foster, adoption, family systems, premarital, marital, perinatal and postnatal and intensive in home therapy and group therapy. www.lhhealththerapies.com.
LightHouse WholeHealth offers modalities that include Marriage and Family Systems, EMDR, TF-CBT (trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy), CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), DBT (dialectical behavioral therapy), Behavioral, Attachment and Emotion Focused Therapy, Anger Management, Solution Focused Therapy, Trauma Systems Therapy, Play Therapy & groups.
Jennifer is the founder and co-owner of LIghtHouse WholeHealth Therapy Center. We accept insurance, FSA/HSA, credit cards and cash. We are currently taking new patients! She started practicing in 2009. Before this she was in education for 12 years. She specializes in trauma, individual, couples and family therapy. She treats individuals, children, couples and families. She has experience working in outpatient, crisis intervention, foster, adoption, family systems, premarital, marital, perinatal and postnatal and intensive in home therapy and group therapy. www.lhhealththerapies.com.
(970) 592-5832 View (970) 592-5832
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Polaris Partners Counseling and Consulting, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80525
We provide individual, family, and couples therapy in private practice throughout the Northern Colorado.
Currently accepting new telehealth clients, Northern CO, Denver, Western Slope (CCHA, COAccess, RMHP) We at Polaris Partners help people chart a course to their full potential. Our staff has a breadth of training and expertise to help clients navigate life's obstacles and we build strong relationships to reach clients and connect them with sources of support and strength. We strive to be the community's first choice in collaborating with clients and their communities to help clients get their bearings and return to their true path. We look forward to partnering with you in the next steps of your journey toward optimum mental health.
We provide individual, family, and couples therapy in private practice throughout the Northern Colorado.
Currently accepting new telehealth clients, Northern CO, Denver, Western Slope (CCHA, COAccess, RMHP) We at Polaris Partners help people chart a course to their full potential. Our staff has a breadth of training and expertise to help clients navigate life's obstacles and we build strong relationships to reach clients and connect them with sources of support and strength. We strive to be the community's first choice in collaborating with clients and their communities to help clients get their bearings and return to their true path. We look forward to partnering with you in the next steps of your journey toward optimum mental health.
(970) 579-4130 View (970) 579-4130
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Alana O'Brien
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80525
“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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Mackenzie Howshar
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, PACT-I, CAAP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80525
Our work will be informed by the Psychobiological Approach to Couples Therapy (PACT - Level 1), the Gottman Method (Level 2), family systems theory, parts work, EMDR, and trauma-informed approaches.
Are you feeling stuck, disconnected, depressed, anxious, or overwhelmed in life or with your relationships? Are you having trouble knowing and communicating your thoughts and feelings to your partner? Whether you find yourself facing a dilemma or wanting more out of life, navigating these moments becomes easier when we understand and deepen our relationships with our selves, our emotional experiences, and with others. Through person-centered and experiential interventions, I can help you move into a place of safety, confidence, and healing so that you can feel like yourself again and be present for yourself and with loved ones.
Our work will be informed by the Psychobiological Approach to Couples Therapy (PACT - Level 1), the Gottman Method (Level 2), family systems theory, parts work, EMDR, and trauma-informed approaches.
Are you feeling stuck, disconnected, depressed, anxious, or overwhelmed in life or with your relationships? Are you having trouble knowing and communicating your thoughts and feelings to your partner? Whether you find yourself facing a dilemma or wanting more out of life, navigating these moments becomes easier when we understand and deepen our relationships with our selves, our emotional experiences, and with others. Through person-centered and experiential interventions, I can help you move into a place of safety, confidence, and healing so that you can feel like yourself again and be present for yourself and with loved ones.
(970) 315-6733 View (970) 315-6733
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.