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Renee Starkey Duncan
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Not Verified Not Verified
Denver, CO 80206
I have maintained a successful private practice for the past 25 years, in addition to raising and nurturing my family.
I enjoy working with clients who are motivated to look at their issues and be willing to change. I feel the therapeutic relationship is a collaborative effort conducted in a safe and caring environment. The relationship between the therapist and the client is as important in the healing process as any techniques that are used. I feel it is important to empower individuals to go out and live a rich and fulfilling life. I certainly believe that it is a privilege and an honor to participate in helping people heal through their life's most challenging times.
I have maintained a successful private practice for the past 25 years, in addition to raising and nurturing my family.
I enjoy working with clients who are motivated to look at their issues and be willing to change. I feel the therapeutic relationship is a collaborative effort conducted in a safe and caring environment. The relationship between the therapist and the client is as important in the healing process as any techniques that are used. I feel it is important to empower individuals to go out and live a rich and fulfilling life. I certainly believe that it is a privilege and an honor to participate in helping people heal through their life's most challenging times.
(303) 747-4026 View (303) 747-4026
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Annika Nichols
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80203  (Online Only)
In our sessions, I’ll help you work on feeling more present in the moment, finding stability and escape in a toxic relationship or family situation, to be more in control of your anxiety and communication, and to stop putting others needs before your own with better boundaries.
I want to help bring authenticity and change to your life the way you want it to. I'm Nick (they/them), and I’m dual licensed in two states working with FL and CO clients. I work with queer issues and gender exploration/transition, codependency and relationship problems, anxiety disorders, neurodivergence, chronic illness, trauma, and grief/loss. I also work with non-monogamous/poly clients. I’m here to provide a safe and respectful place for you to be seen and heard. You're not alone and you don’t have to keep telling yourself everything is “fine” or normal in your life - let's find a better "normal" for you to live.
In our sessions, I’ll help you work on feeling more present in the moment, finding stability and escape in a toxic relationship or family situation, to be more in control of your anxiety and communication, and to stop putting others needs before your own with better boundaries.
I want to help bring authenticity and change to your life the way you want it to. I'm Nick (they/them), and I’m dual licensed in two states working with FL and CO clients. I work with queer issues and gender exploration/transition, codependency and relationship problems, anxiety disorders, neurodivergence, chronic illness, trauma, and grief/loss. I also work with non-monogamous/poly clients. I’m here to provide a safe and respectful place for you to be seen and heard. You're not alone and you don’t have to keep telling yourself everything is “fine” or normal in your life - let's find a better "normal" for you to live.
(720) 790-4189 View (720) 790-4189
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Andrew Larrimer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LAC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80237
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Addictions Counselor (LAC), with over 8 years’ experience providing individual, group, and family therapy.
If you are feeling anxious, depressed, or emotionally volatile, you are not alone - according to the National Institute of Mental Health, one in five people in the United States live with a mental health issue. Whether you need room to express yourself, help separating, prioritizing, and reflecting on the issues you’re facing, or outside accountability (or maybe a little bit of all of those), I am here for you. My clients find me easy to talk to, straightforward, and a great teammate in helping them set and realize their goals. I adapt well to the needs of my clients so that you are able to benefit from our time together.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Addictions Counselor (LAC), with over 8 years’ experience providing individual, group, and family therapy.
If you are feeling anxious, depressed, or emotionally volatile, you are not alone - according to the National Institute of Mental Health, one in five people in the United States live with a mental health issue. Whether you need room to express yourself, help separating, prioritizing, and reflecting on the issues you’re facing, or outside accountability (or maybe a little bit of all of those), I am here for you. My clients find me easy to talk to, straightforward, and a great teammate in helping them set and realize their goals. I adapt well to the needs of my clients so that you are able to benefit from our time together.
(720) 571-1607 View (720) 571-1607
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Natalie Walders Abramson
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80222
I have specialized expertise in child and family psychotherapy and health psychology.
My goal as a clinical psychologist is to help children, teens, adults and families develop solutions to their problems so that their lives run more smoothly with less stress. I have worked at Children's Hospital Colorado and National Jewish Health for 15 years, and launched my private practice to add a community based focus. I provide clients with state-of-the-art, empirically-supported behavioral health interventions shown to result in fast and sustainable relief from depression, anxiety and conflict.
I have specialized expertise in child and family psychotherapy and health psychology.
My goal as a clinical psychologist is to help children, teens, adults and families develop solutions to their problems so that their lives run more smoothly with less stress. I have worked at Children's Hospital Colorado and National Jewish Health for 15 years, and launched my private practice to add a community based focus. I provide clients with state-of-the-art, empirically-supported behavioral health interventions shown to result in fast and sustainable relief from depression, anxiety and conflict.
(303) 536-5493 View (303) 536-5493
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Sue Relihan
Registered Psychotherapist
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80231  (Online Only)
Is the Stress of the world or your family getting you down ? Would you prefer to feel calmer and have clarity around what to do next. I use a combination of Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy, Mind-Body Medicine, Somatic IFS, Polyvagal Theory, and Hypnotic Coaching to help you understand and make changes. Self-acceptance and self-compassion are the perfect foundation for making life changes and I can help you achieve them. Do you support an Emergency Responder and need some encouragement from a like-minded person with similar experience?
Is the Stress of the world or your family getting you down ? Would you prefer to feel calmer and have clarity around what to do next. I use a combination of Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy, Mind-Body Medicine, Somatic IFS, Polyvagal Theory, and Hypnotic Coaching to help you understand and make changes. Self-acceptance and self-compassion are the perfect foundation for making life changes and I can help you achieve them. Do you support an Emergency Responder and need some encouragement from a like-minded person with similar experience?
(720) 730-3671 View (720) 730-3671
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Amanda (Amy) Pickett-Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, RYT
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80210
My specialty areas include grief/loss, chronic/terminal illness, trauma, abuse, infertility, post-partum mood disorders, divorce/children of divorce, depression/anxiety, ADD/ADHD, gifted and twice-exceptional children, play therapy, art therapy and family and couples therapy.
I have provided counseling services in Denver since completing graduate school in 1999. I worked in both pediatric and adult medical settings, including hematology/oncology, emergency trauma and hospice. For 8 years, I worked at a school and community based medical clinic providing psychotherapy to all ages. I have also enjoyed private practice over the years. In each setting I work, including private practice, my therapeutic modality varies, but I always come from a strengths based/empowerment approach. I love somatic (mind/body) based work, as I am also a yoga teacher.
My specialty areas include grief/loss, chronic/terminal illness, trauma, abuse, infertility, post-partum mood disorders, divorce/children of divorce, depression/anxiety, ADD/ADHD, gifted and twice-exceptional children, play therapy, art therapy and family and couples therapy.
I have provided counseling services in Denver since completing graduate school in 1999. I worked in both pediatric and adult medical settings, including hematology/oncology, emergency trauma and hospice. For 8 years, I worked at a school and community based medical clinic providing psychotherapy to all ages. I have also enjoyed private practice over the years. In each setting I work, including private practice, my therapeutic modality varies, but I always come from a strengths based/empowerment approach. I love somatic (mind/body) based work, as I am also a yoga teacher.
(720) 613-5762 View (720) 613-5762
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Dr. Elysia Sotiriou
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80222
Elysia Sotiriou, PhD, is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist offering both individual and family therapy services as well as comprehensive psychological assessments for both children, adolescents, and adults. Dr. Elysia uses a combination of relational and cognitive-behavioral approaches such as ACT, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Mindfulness-Based interventions when working with clients. She believes strongly in including families, teachers, and healthcare providers in the treatment process in order to meet each individual’s unique needs while helping clients achieve their full potential across each domain of their lives.
Elysia Sotiriou, PhD, is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist offering both individual and family therapy services as well as comprehensive psychological assessments for both children, adolescents, and adults. Dr. Elysia uses a combination of relational and cognitive-behavioral approaches such as ACT, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Mindfulness-Based interventions when working with clients. She believes strongly in including families, teachers, and healthcare providers in the treatment process in order to meet each individual’s unique needs while helping clients achieve their full potential across each domain of their lives.
(720) 571-1435 View (720) 571-1435
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Abundance Counseling & Consulting - Angela Ward
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80238
I am passionate about providing evidenced-based, high quality compassionate care to children, adults and families, helping them achieve optimum health and well-being. I believe we all have unlimited abundance to actualize our dreams when we learn to detach from our perceived boundaries and connect with our true nature. With over 13 years of professional experience, I specialize in the treatment of eating disorders, body image, perfectionism, self-esteem, anxiety, depression, personal growth, relationship/family difficulties, and parent-child issues.
I am passionate about providing evidenced-based, high quality compassionate care to children, adults and families, helping them achieve optimum health and well-being. I believe we all have unlimited abundance to actualize our dreams when we learn to detach from our perceived boundaries and connect with our true nature. With over 13 years of professional experience, I specialize in the treatment of eating disorders, body image, perfectionism, self-esteem, anxiety, depression, personal growth, relationship/family difficulties, and parent-child issues.
(720) 445-8978 View (720) 445-8978
Photo of Mary Flack, Licensed Professional Counselor in Denver, CO
Mary Flack
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80222
I work in many different areas including, relationships, marriage and family, depression/anxiety, mood disorders, parenting, finances, and career.
I have been counseling since 2004, am a mother of five children and have worked as a financial life coach. I use talk/cognitive behavioral therapy to help clients become aware of issues or brokenness and pain that can be negatively affecting their lives. The goal is to guide my clients to a place of wholeness, where they are able to live out a peaceful and fulfilling life.
I work in many different areas including, relationships, marriage and family, depression/anxiety, mood disorders, parenting, finances, and career.
I have been counseling since 2004, am a mother of five children and have worked as a financial life coach. I use talk/cognitive behavioral therapy to help clients become aware of issues or brokenness and pain that can be negatively affecting their lives. The goal is to guide my clients to a place of wholeness, where they are able to live out a peaceful and fulfilling life.
(303) 900-5980 View (303) 900-5980
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Helene Simons
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80209
In my free time, I enjoy skiing, traveling, and spending time with friends and family.
Your mental health is important. How you experience your world and cope with your feelings, influences every part of you. Every person deserves a place where they can share their most challenging experiences, cope with their feelings, and feel empowered to live life. Helping people find motivation to improve their health and well being is my passion. I started my psychology practice to provide a space for people of all ages and backgrounds to begin their paths to self-improvement. I work with people in-person as well as remotely through HIPAA compliant video telehealth technology.
In my free time, I enjoy skiing, traveling, and spending time with friends and family.
Your mental health is important. How you experience your world and cope with your feelings, influences every part of you. Every person deserves a place where they can share their most challenging experiences, cope with their feelings, and feel empowered to live life. Helping people find motivation to improve their health and well being is my passion. I started my psychology practice to provide a space for people of all ages and backgrounds to begin their paths to self-improvement. I work with people in-person as well as remotely through HIPAA compliant video telehealth technology.
(720) 722-6915 View (720) 722-6915
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Alyssa Oland
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80220
I primarily use a strengths-based patient-centered approach, integrating empirically supported interventions such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, behavior management, motivational interviewing, exposure response prevention, narrative therapy, and functional family therapy.
I have 19 yrs experience treating a range of conditions and concerns, including difficulty coping with medical conditions, adherence issues with medical recommendations, difficulty adjusting to medical and/or psychiatric diagnoses, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, grief and loss, behavioral challenges in children, ADHD, parenting challenges and stress, co-parenting issues, transitioning from youth to adulthood, academic and job stress, life stress, obsessive compulsive disorder, eating disorders, marital issues, and trauma. I also have experience conducting psychological testing for diagnostic clarification and treatment planning.
I primarily use a strengths-based patient-centered approach, integrating empirically supported interventions such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, behavior management, motivational interviewing, exposure response prevention, narrative therapy, and functional family therapy.
I have 19 yrs experience treating a range of conditions and concerns, including difficulty coping with medical conditions, adherence issues with medical recommendations, difficulty adjusting to medical and/or psychiatric diagnoses, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, grief and loss, behavioral challenges in children, ADHD, parenting challenges and stress, co-parenting issues, transitioning from youth to adulthood, academic and job stress, life stress, obsessive compulsive disorder, eating disorders, marital issues, and trauma. I also have experience conducting psychological testing for diagnostic clarification and treatment planning.
(720) 702-1693 x711 View (720) 702-1693 x711
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A Woman's Way to Recovery
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CAS
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80231
I also provide couples therapy and family therapy as well as interventions.
YOU have to connect with your therapist. No matter the therapist's specialty, YOU have to feel it, that they understand and respect YOU. Its been my passion for 20 years to support people in their quest to live their best life. I'm strengths based, all have inherent strengths and the ability to live a fulfilling life. I specialize in mental health, addictions, and work from a holistic approach. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy from an eclectic angle seems to most benefit my clients. See many video testimonials at A-Womans-Way-to-Recovery.com for more details. For an intervention please see YourIntervention.com
I also provide couples therapy and family therapy as well as interventions.
YOU have to connect with your therapist. No matter the therapist's specialty, YOU have to feel it, that they understand and respect YOU. Its been my passion for 20 years to support people in their quest to live their best life. I'm strengths based, all have inherent strengths and the ability to live a fulfilling life. I specialize in mental health, addictions, and work from a holistic approach. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy from an eclectic angle seems to most benefit my clients. See many video testimonials at A-Womans-Way-to-Recovery.com for more details. For an intervention please see YourIntervention.com
(720) 262-2556 View (720) 262-2556
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Diane Reichmuth
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80238
I work with issues involving parenting, co-parenting, relationship, family, peer relational problems, and academic issues.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist, who works with children, adolescents and adults. I also work at the Children's Hospital, Colorado, and work with children and families, who are struggling with a variety of issues. I work with both adults and children. My goal is to help children, adolescents and adults come up with ways to cope and manage life stressors, and focus on sustained solutions to their problems. I provide clients with state-of-the-art, empirically-supported behavioral health interventions shown to result in fast and sustainable relief from a variety of emotions.
I work with issues involving parenting, co-parenting, relationship, family, peer relational problems, and academic issues.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist, who works with children, adolescents and adults. I also work at the Children's Hospital, Colorado, and work with children and families, who are struggling with a variety of issues. I work with both adults and children. My goal is to help children, adolescents and adults come up with ways to cope and manage life stressors, and focus on sustained solutions to their problems. I provide clients with state-of-the-art, empirically-supported behavioral health interventions shown to result in fast and sustainable relief from a variety of emotions.
(720) 613-2790 View (720) 613-2790
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Sheri Vanino
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80203
My expertise includes working extensively with victims of violence and trauma, sexual abuse, interpersonal violence, adolescents, family members of victims of homicide, suicide or traumatic death and parents of sexually abused kids.
"There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you." - Maya Angelou. I am a licensed clinical psychologist practicing in Denver. I assist clients in developing insight and self-awareness so they may make more informed choices rather than perpetuating old patterns and habits. My work tends to focus on healing from the past, increasing coping skills and building on existing strengths to move in a new direction and create change. I bring 26 years of experience, knowledge, skills, humor, and empathy to my work with clients.
My expertise includes working extensively with victims of violence and trauma, sexual abuse, interpersonal violence, adolescents, family members of victims of homicide, suicide or traumatic death and parents of sexually abused kids.
"There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you." - Maya Angelou. I am a licensed clinical psychologist practicing in Denver. I assist clients in developing insight and self-awareness so they may make more informed choices rather than perpetuating old patterns and habits. My work tends to focus on healing from the past, increasing coping skills and building on existing strengths to move in a new direction and create change. I bring 26 years of experience, knowledge, skills, humor, and empathy to my work with clients.
(303) 625-6572 View (303) 625-6572
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1st Priority Institute for Better Living
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80216
We are committed to assisting clients achieve individual and family wholeness.
We know finding the right therapist can be a daunting task. We hope to make that easier. We pride ourselves on the ability to work with each person in a supportive and encouraging setting. We strongly believe in each persons potential and ability to make changes and create happiness. Our clinicians are highly trained in a wide array of specialties. At 1st Priority Institute for Better Living the atmosphere is cheerful and hopeful; optimistic for a better tomorrow. We encourage you to dig deep and call today.
We are committed to assisting clients achieve individual and family wholeness.
We know finding the right therapist can be a daunting task. We hope to make that easier. We pride ourselves on the ability to work with each person in a supportive and encouraging setting. We strongly believe in each persons potential and ability to make changes and create happiness. Our clinicians are highly trained in a wide array of specialties. At 1st Priority Institute for Better Living the atmosphere is cheerful and hopeful; optimistic for a better tomorrow. We encourage you to dig deep and call today.
(720) 740-8949 View (720) 740-8949
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Darrelle Fricke
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, DVOMB , EMDR
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80210
I believe that everything including finances, eating patterns, sleep cycles, family of origin, job satisfaction, nutrition, exercise, support system, as well as identity and sense of purpose are all integrated into the "why's" of our struggles.
Currently doing Tele-therapy, but back in-person starting March 1st 2020. -- The heart of Being Alive Counseling is to journey with you through everyday issues, as well as deeper addictions and trials, towards wholeness and healing. Counseling is not an attempt to fix all of your problems but to journey through them together. Whatever is making you believe that life is not good (be it depression, life transition, a trauma, marital problems), Being Alive Counseling believes you can return to your source of joy and meaning. We love to help in life transitions, to clean up the mental mess and believe it can be good again!
I believe that everything including finances, eating patterns, sleep cycles, family of origin, job satisfaction, nutrition, exercise, support system, as well as identity and sense of purpose are all integrated into the "why's" of our struggles.
Currently doing Tele-therapy, but back in-person starting March 1st 2020. -- The heart of Being Alive Counseling is to journey with you through everyday issues, as well as deeper addictions and trials, towards wholeness and healing. Counseling is not an attempt to fix all of your problems but to journey through them together. Whatever is making you believe that life is not good (be it depression, life transition, a trauma, marital problems), Being Alive Counseling believes you can return to your source of joy and meaning. We love to help in life transitions, to clean up the mental mess and believe it can be good again!
(720) 902-7142 View (720) 902-7142
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Dr. Kristen Hick
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
13 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80222
Hick is passionate that adults experience satisfying relationships with their partners, family, friends and children by healing the essential relationship, with oneself.
Ready to HEAL, STRENGTHEN, and TRANSFORM you and your relationships? Recovering from a divorce or relationship ending? Notice a pattern in your relationships that causes confusion, anxiety, or frustration? Are you on a fertility, pregnancy or new mom roller coaster of emotions? On the path of life, there are often points in which you need to stop, look within, and determine what could help you become your best self. This involves developing insight into your life-long patterns of thinking, feeling, and relating to others and yourself - and then intentionally creating a new path forward.
Hick is passionate that adults experience satisfying relationships with their partners, family, friends and children by healing the essential relationship, with oneself.
Ready to HEAL, STRENGTHEN, and TRANSFORM you and your relationships? Recovering from a divorce or relationship ending? Notice a pattern in your relationships that causes confusion, anxiety, or frustration? Are you on a fertility, pregnancy or new mom roller coaster of emotions? On the path of life, there are often points in which you need to stop, look within, and determine what could help you become your best self. This involves developing insight into your life-long patterns of thinking, feeling, and relating to others and yourself - and then intentionally creating a new path forward.
(720) 605-6395 View (720) 605-6395
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Mind Balance Counseling
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, MFTC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80231
I am a Registered Psychotherapist with my Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy. I work with individuals, couples, and families, adolescents and teenagers, facing a variety of challenges. I have a variety of therapy experience including facilitating traditional therapy sessions, working with children in a school setting and supporting family therapy sessions. I am passionate about providing a safe space for people to share thoughts and feelings about what they are experiencing. I use a variety of approaches to help support and guide you through this process depending on what your needs are. I am also fluent in Russian.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist with my Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy. I work with individuals, couples, and families, adolescents and teenagers, facing a variety of challenges. I have a variety of therapy experience including facilitating traditional therapy sessions, working with children in a school setting and supporting family therapy sessions. I am passionate about providing a safe space for people to share thoughts and feelings about what they are experiencing. I use a variety of approaches to help support and guide you through this process depending on what your needs are. I am also fluent in Russian.
(720) 506-5754 View (720) 506-5754
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Peggy Henninger
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80232
You are Not Alone!! I look forward to working with your family as a team, to develop the most effective plan of action to help improve the quality of life with your child and build healthier relationships within the family.
I can help you conquer your personal struggles, anxiety, depression, trauma and difficulties. I use individual therapy and EMDR to help us find solutions together. I work with children, young people, adults, and anyone that has disabilities. I was a special education teacher for over twenty years and will do whatever it takes to assist you in living your best life.
You are Not Alone!! I look forward to working with your family as a team, to develop the most effective plan of action to help improve the quality of life with your child and build healthier relationships within the family.
I can help you conquer your personal struggles, anxiety, depression, trauma and difficulties. I use individual therapy and EMDR to help us find solutions together. I work with children, young people, adults, and anyone that has disabilities. I was a special education teacher for over twenty years and will do whatever it takes to assist you in living your best life.
(303) 835-9752 View (303) 835-9752
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Kathleen D Robinson
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80222
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 28 years of experience. My areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, panic, trauma, eating disorders, self-injury, relationship issues and identity development. I primarily work with adolescents and adults providing individual, family and couples psychotherapy. All of my training and clinical work is grounded in evidenced-based research. I am trained in Mindfulness-Based Therapies, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), EMDR Level-II, Exposure Therapy, and the Safe Alternatives approach.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 28 years of experience. My areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, panic, trauma, eating disorders, self-injury, relationship issues and identity development. I primarily work with adolescents and adults providing individual, family and couples psychotherapy. All of my training and clinical work is grounded in evidenced-based research. I am trained in Mindfulness-Based Therapies, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), EMDR Level-II, Exposure Therapy, and the Safe Alternatives approach.
(303) 782-0433 View (303) 782-0433
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.