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Bonnie C Cochran
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCD
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80525
Her passion, throughout her career, has been helping families who have suffered the loss of a child, perinatal loss, reproductive trauma, infertility and acute crisis.
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.
Her passion, throughout her career, has been helping families who have suffered the loss of a child, perinatal loss, reproductive trauma, infertility and acute crisis.
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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Julie Dominicak
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80525
I specialize in counseling for infertility, IVF, postpartum, anxiety and depression, and couples.
Specializing in Couples, Infertility, IUI/IVF, Pregnancy, Postpartum Depression/Anxiety and Parenting. Hi! I’m Julie and I’m a therapist practicing virtually from a tiny office in the Colorado Rocky Mountains. I work with clients across Colorado who are dealing with anxiety, depression and stress related to infertility, pregnancy, postpartum and parenthood to help them explore their emotions and learn effective coping skills. I also help couples and parents who want to communicate better and learn to resolve conflict in a healthier way. I utilize an empathetic, strengths- based approach to therapy. Www.bluedoormountaintherapy.com
I specialize in counseling for infertility, IVF, postpartum, anxiety and depression, and couples.
Specializing in Couples, Infertility, IUI/IVF, Pregnancy, Postpartum Depression/Anxiety and Parenting. Hi! I’m Julie and I’m a therapist practicing virtually from a tiny office in the Colorado Rocky Mountains. I work with clients across Colorado who are dealing with anxiety, depression and stress related to infertility, pregnancy, postpartum and parenthood to help them explore their emotions and learn effective coping skills. I also help couples and parents who want to communicate better and learn to resolve conflict in a healthier way. I utilize an empathetic, strengths- based approach to therapy. Www.bluedoormountaintherapy.com
(970) 888-6912 View (970) 888-6912
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Katherine Combs
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80525
With a wide range of clinical experience and a strong training background, I have expertise in treating anxiety, depression, women's health and infertility/ postpartum, chronic pain, coping with illness, life transitions, relationship difficulties, trauma, grief, self-esteem, & stress.
Life can be hard, confusing and even painful. You have just taken the first and hardest step by being here. As a licensed psychologist, I offer psychotherapy to individuals with an emphasis on adults and adolescents. Together our purpose will be working towards a healthier, happier and more meaningful life. My approach is empowering, insightful and collaborative. I strive to take an active role in the therapy process and help you discover things that need to change to improve your life, and then how to actually implement those changes.
With a wide range of clinical experience and a strong training background, I have expertise in treating anxiety, depression, women's health and infertility/ postpartum, chronic pain, coping with illness, life transitions, relationship difficulties, trauma, grief, self-esteem, & stress.
Life can be hard, confusing and even painful. You have just taken the first and hardest step by being here. As a licensed psychologist, I offer psychotherapy to individuals with an emphasis on adults and adolescents. Together our purpose will be working towards a healthier, happier and more meaningful life. My approach is empowering, insightful and collaborative. I strive to take an active role in the therapy process and help you discover things that need to change to improve your life, and then how to actually implement those changes.
(970) 426-0216 View (970) 426-0216
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Erica Hope
Psychologist, PhD, LP, EMDR
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80525
Do you feel overwhelmed, unhappy, or anxious? Are you grieving a loss or struggling with infertility? Maybe you are struggling with food, disordered eating or a negative body image. Are you looking to improve your relationships so you feel more at ease and satisfied in your life? Perhaps you are experiencing health issues that are impacting how you feel about yourself. Life can be difficult and sometimes we need someone outside our circle to listen, understand and support us through these challenges. If you are looking to make a change, I would be honored to assist you along your journey.
Do you feel overwhelmed, unhappy, or anxious? Are you grieving a loss or struggling with infertility? Maybe you are struggling with food, disordered eating or a negative body image. Are you looking to improve your relationships so you feel more at ease and satisfied in your life? Perhaps you are experiencing health issues that are impacting how you feel about yourself. Life can be difficult and sometimes we need someone outside our circle to listen, understand and support us through these challenges. If you are looking to make a change, I would be honored to assist you along your journey.
(970) 808-0144 View (970) 808-0144
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Kathryn Price Foster
Marriage & Family Therapist, MDiv, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80524
Waitlist for new clients
I have significant experience working with child abuse and neglect, family of origin issues, self-esteem, infertility, and graduate and college student life transitions.
Choosing a psychotherapist that fits your emotional needs and personal goals is an important decision. I am passionate to assist clients in their journey toward wholeness by utilizing evidence-based techniques including EMDR, IFS, Attachment and Family Systems. I have over 25 years of experience working with families, couples, parents, children, and individuals from diverse backgrounds. Areas of specialty include adoption and foster care, attachment and bonding, parenting, family and developmental transition issues, depression, anxiety, traumatic stress, and issues of faith and spirituality.
I have significant experience working with child abuse and neglect, family of origin issues, self-esteem, infertility, and graduate and college student life transitions.
Choosing a psychotherapist that fits your emotional needs and personal goals is an important decision. I am passionate to assist clients in their journey toward wholeness by utilizing evidence-based techniques including EMDR, IFS, Attachment and Family Systems. I have over 25 years of experience working with families, couples, parents, children, and individuals from diverse backgrounds. Areas of specialty include adoption and foster care, attachment and bonding, parenting, family and developmental transition issues, depression, anxiety, traumatic stress, and issues of faith and spirituality.
(970) 672-4733 View (970) 672-4733
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Amanda Hofbauer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80525
Currently accepting new clients for in-person sessions in Fort Collins. My goal: to provide a safe relationship where you can face your difficulties in order to restore your connection to yourself and others. I am present with you in the messiness of life, while also providing you with new tools when possible. I work with individuals around pregnancy/postpartum, trauma (dangerous childhoods, sexual assault, etc), grief/loss, infertility, relationship patterns, emotions, identity, and deconstructing faith beliefs. I also help couples who have a respectful, loving relationship but are going through a difficult circumstance/transition.
Currently accepting new clients for in-person sessions in Fort Collins. My goal: to provide a safe relationship where you can face your difficulties in order to restore your connection to yourself and others. I am present with you in the messiness of life, while also providing you with new tools when possible. I work with individuals around pregnancy/postpartum, trauma (dangerous childhoods, sexual assault, etc), grief/loss, infertility, relationship patterns, emotions, identity, and deconstructing faith beliefs. I also help couples who have a respectful, loving relationship but are going through a difficult circumstance/transition.
(970) 463-7805 View (970) 463-7805
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Saoirse Chalcraft
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ATR-BC, EMDR II
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80524
I work with following issues: empowerment, life transitions, grief/loss, women's issues, infertility, miscarriage, anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, abuse, divorce, relationship issues, and spiritual exploration.
I'm glad you found your way here. Perhaps you are here because you want to find...the peace of being comfortable with who you are, release from the pain of depression or anxiety, relief from the deeply sad feelings of losing a love one, a deep and meaningful relationship with another person, grace amidst the limitations placed upon you by illness, liberation from the constraints trauma, release from an unhealthy relationship, who you truly are and rest in that knowing.
I work with following issues: empowerment, life transitions, grief/loss, women's issues, infertility, miscarriage, anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, abuse, divorce, relationship issues, and spiritual exploration.
I'm glad you found your way here. Perhaps you are here because you want to find...the peace of being comfortable with who you are, release from the pain of depression or anxiety, relief from the deeply sad feelings of losing a love one, a deep and meaningful relationship with another person, grace amidst the limitations placed upon you by illness, liberation from the constraints trauma, release from an unhealthy relationship, who you truly are and rest in that knowing.
(970) 300-5658 View (970) 300-5658
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Willow Therapy Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MPH, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80527  (Online Only)
Reaching out for support is hard. You are brave for being here! My name is Julia Ewanowski. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and I also have my Masters of Public Health. I specialize in perinatal mental health, or mood and anxiety changes that happen before, during & after pregnancy, perinatal trauma, OCD, grief & loss, infertility, parenting struggles, adoption and relationship conflicts. I also treat the mental health conditions that can accompany chronic health conditions, health-related traumas, terminal illness & caregiver burnout.
Reaching out for support is hard. You are brave for being here! My name is Julia Ewanowski. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and I also have my Masters of Public Health. I specialize in perinatal mental health, or mood and anxiety changes that happen before, during & after pregnancy, perinatal trauma, OCD, grief & loss, infertility, parenting struggles, adoption and relationship conflicts. I also treat the mental health conditions that can accompany chronic health conditions, health-related traumas, terminal illness & caregiver burnout.
(385) 375-7250 View (385) 375-7250
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The Rylie Center for Hope and Healing, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80528  (Online Only)
The Rylie Center is an inclusive collective of independent providers that provide an inter-disciplinary, holistic approach to provide support, hope, and healing to those who identify as mothers, individuals trying to conceive, and families during their journey through pregnancy, abortion, postpartum, infertility, and pregnancy loss. We provide a collaborative approach to healing for families. We are here to support your family in thriving & achieving the healthiest versions of yourself. visit us at theryliecenter.com
The Rylie Center is an inclusive collective of independent providers that provide an inter-disciplinary, holistic approach to provide support, hope, and healing to those who identify as mothers, individuals trying to conceive, and families during their journey through pregnancy, abortion, postpartum, infertility, and pregnancy loss. We provide a collaborative approach to healing for families. We are here to support your family in thriving & achieving the healthiest versions of yourself. visit us at theryliecenter.com
(720) 897-1948 View (720) 897-1948
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Kathy Williams-Tolstrup
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, EMDR
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80521
Waitlist for new clients
I provide a safe and caring environment where you can begin the transformative journey of uncovering core issues and limiting beliefs that may be obstacles to your emotional health and well-being. My style can best be described as non-judgmental, compassionate, and collaborative. I offer a blend of the best practices of Western Psychology and the mindfulness-based approaches of the East. I invite you to ask me questions about my therapeutic approach and what our work together might look like.
I provide a safe and caring environment where you can begin the transformative journey of uncovering core issues and limiting beliefs that may be obstacles to your emotional health and well-being. My style can best be described as non-judgmental, compassionate, and collaborative. I offer a blend of the best practices of Western Psychology and the mindfulness-based approaches of the East. I invite you to ask me questions about my therapeutic approach and what our work together might look like.
(970) 315-3717 View (970) 315-3717
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Caroline Fraase
LPC, MEd
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80522
Do you lie awake at night, sheets twisting beneath you, worst-case scenarios running through your head? On social media, you’re bombarded with horrific news of terrorist attacks, plane crashes, mass shootings. The unremarkable posts hurt just as much. Captions like “My mom is the best! I’d be lost without her!” make you clench up inside, heat coursing through your veins. People tell you to “Stay strong,” but they have no idea what you’ve been through. After experiencing trauma, nothing feels safe or certain. You want to curl up on the couch and push everything else away.
Do you lie awake at night, sheets twisting beneath you, worst-case scenarios running through your head? On social media, you’re bombarded with horrific news of terrorist attacks, plane crashes, mass shootings. The unremarkable posts hurt just as much. Captions like “My mom is the best! I’d be lost without her!” make you clench up inside, heat coursing through your veins. People tell you to “Stay strong,” but they have no idea what you’ve been through. After experiencing trauma, nothing feels safe or certain. You want to curl up on the couch and push everything else away.
(651) 371-8819 View (651) 371-8819
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Vaunda Pearson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80525
Vaunda Pearson is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Colorado who has recently relocated to the beautiful city of Fort Collins. Vaunda has practiced since 2008 in Florida as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, working with clients of all ages and life stages to address a wide variety of mental health issues. As a client of Vaunda’s, you will be met where you are, cared for and listened to in a warm, safe atmosphere. Vaunda specializes in individual counseling to address past trauma, mindfulness and presence in the now, and solution-focused goal setting to work towards a fulfilling future.
Vaunda Pearson is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Colorado who has recently relocated to the beautiful city of Fort Collins. Vaunda has practiced since 2008 in Florida as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, working with clients of all ages and life stages to address a wide variety of mental health issues. As a client of Vaunda’s, you will be met where you are, cared for and listened to in a warm, safe atmosphere. Vaunda specializes in individual counseling to address past trauma, mindfulness and presence in the now, and solution-focused goal setting to work towards a fulfilling future.
(970) 548-3344 View (970) 548-3344
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Roxanne Lamb (E-M-D-R Trained)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80525
Schedule online through the link in my bio! As a trauma survivor, and someone who lives with a chronic illness, Roxanne learned firsthand how to navigate a rather complex, diverse, and stigmatizing healthcare system. Roxanne understands the importance of empowerment and advocacy in helping others navigate systematic barriers. She understands the critical component of finding the right therapist. In many ways, the system fails to understand that mental health operates on a spectrum, especially when it comes to: trauma, treatment resistant depression, grief, substance use, eating disorders, neurodivergence, and LGBTQ+ community needs.
Schedule online through the link in my bio! As a trauma survivor, and someone who lives with a chronic illness, Roxanne learned firsthand how to navigate a rather complex, diverse, and stigmatizing healthcare system. Roxanne understands the importance of empowerment and advocacy in helping others navigate systematic barriers. She understands the critical component of finding the right therapist. In many ways, the system fails to understand that mental health operates on a spectrum, especially when it comes to: trauma, treatment resistant depression, grief, substance use, eating disorders, neurodivergence, and LGBTQ+ community needs.
(855) 959-3068 View (855) 959-3068
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Shoshanna K. Shachtman
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80525
Waitlist for new clients
My primary objective when clients begin counseling is to create a safe and nonjudgmental environment to speak openly. I believe in the progression of change and enjoy working with various challenges that life presents to us. I strive to use a collaborative style of counseling, focused on helping clients gain a sense of empowerment. My emphasis is on the importance of increasing insight and awareness, as well as strengthening one's relationships and support systems.
My primary objective when clients begin counseling is to create a safe and nonjudgmental environment to speak openly. I believe in the progression of change and enjoy working with various challenges that life presents to us. I strive to use a collaborative style of counseling, focused on helping clients gain a sense of empowerment. My emphasis is on the importance of increasing insight and awareness, as well as strengthening one's relationships and support systems.
(970) 341-2133 View (970) 341-2133
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Elina Zentz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80524
We all encounter challenges that affect our quality of life. Although struggles are part of the normal human experience, we were not meant to work through them alone. My passion is to come alongside you to help you find healing and change as you journey down this path called life. I am here to provide support, encouragement, and my expertise to help you find the strength to overcome whatever life has thrown your way. I specialize in helping you navigate through anxiety, depression, and trauma. My mission is that when you embark on this journey you can come out victorious, empowered, and filled with hope and purpose.
We all encounter challenges that affect our quality of life. Although struggles are part of the normal human experience, we were not meant to work through them alone. My passion is to come alongside you to help you find healing and change as you journey down this path called life. I am here to provide support, encouragement, and my expertise to help you find the strength to overcome whatever life has thrown your way. I specialize in helping you navigate through anxiety, depression, and trauma. My mission is that when you embark on this journey you can come out victorious, empowered, and filled with hope and purpose.
(970) 387-6857 View (970) 387-6857
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Mallory Hislar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80525
Are you a woman facing painful sex, fertility problems, relationship struggles, or both? Do you have a health situation you don't feel like you can talk about because "you look fine"? Have you ever experienced a significant trauma or sexual assault? Do you have relationship issues that are affected by any of these things? Health problems and recovering from trauma is scary, then the way that people respond to them can make us feel like our problems are minimized and invalidated. This can make us feel alone, helpless, terrified, as well as frustrated with the responses of people around us. -now offering EMDR
Are you a woman facing painful sex, fertility problems, relationship struggles, or both? Do you have a health situation you don't feel like you can talk about because "you look fine"? Have you ever experienced a significant trauma or sexual assault? Do you have relationship issues that are affected by any of these things? Health problems and recovering from trauma is scary, then the way that people respond to them can make us feel like our problems are minimized and invalidated. This can make us feel alone, helpless, terrified, as well as frustrated with the responses of people around us. -now offering EMDR
(970) 548-9871 View (970) 548-9871
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Cierra Martino
Counselor, LPCC, NCC
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80525
Let’s work together to lighten your human experience. It is courageous to admit when you need a bit of help. The process of therapy is collaborative, and we are in this together. Progress in life starts with clarity in your mental health and wellbeing. My motivation as a therapist is to offer you a safe space to share and navigate life’s challenges. Together we will tailor where you want to take your journey and how you want to get there. Life transitions, relationships and self-work can feel heavy and isolating. Sessions are client-focused, in a confidential environment where you are encouraged to express and process all emotions.
Let’s work together to lighten your human experience. It is courageous to admit when you need a bit of help. The process of therapy is collaborative, and we are in this together. Progress in life starts with clarity in your mental health and wellbeing. My motivation as a therapist is to offer you a safe space to share and navigate life’s challenges. Together we will tailor where you want to take your journey and how you want to get there. Life transitions, relationships and self-work can feel heavy and isolating. Sessions are client-focused, in a confidential environment where you are encouraged to express and process all emotions.
(970) 408-3188 x4 View (970) 408-3188 x4
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Yesim Saldivia
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, EMDR II
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80525
Do you feel stuck and overwhelmed? Are you a woman wearing multiple hats trying to find balance and peace in your life, while also striving to live up to society's unrealistic standards? Maybe you notice that your relationships are suffering, you're consumed by anxiety and are unsure of how you want to show up in this life? I help women like you identify the root causes of your pain so you can live your most authentic and fulfilling life. I use a holistic approach that includes therapeutic modalities that center our nervous system in addition to our thoughts and feelings.
Do you feel stuck and overwhelmed? Are you a woman wearing multiple hats trying to find balance and peace in your life, while also striving to live up to society's unrealistic standards? Maybe you notice that your relationships are suffering, you're consumed by anxiety and are unsure of how you want to show up in this life? I help women like you identify the root causes of your pain so you can live your most authentic and fulfilling life. I use a holistic approach that includes therapeutic modalities that center our nervous system in addition to our thoughts and feelings.
(970) 670-7404 View (970) 670-7404
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Brittany White
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80524
Britany White is a mental health therapist and clinical supervisor, who has been practicing since 2010. She graduated from the University of Northern Colorado with a Masters of Arts in clinical counseling. Brittany believes through collaborative and empowerment based care, you can discover a healthier version of yourself. Her main areas of focus include trauma, mood disorders such as anxiety, and relationship issues. In her spare time, Brittany enjoys reading, jogging, and being with her dogs, family and friends.
Britany White is a mental health therapist and clinical supervisor, who has been practicing since 2010. She graduated from the University of Northern Colorado with a Masters of Arts in clinical counseling. Brittany believes through collaborative and empowerment based care, you can discover a healthier version of yourself. Her main areas of focus include trauma, mood disorders such as anxiety, and relationship issues. In her spare time, Brittany enjoys reading, jogging, and being with her dogs, family and friends.
(970) 427-2442 View (970) 427-2442
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Kaitlyn Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80525
Feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or anxious can weigh heavily on your daily life, making even the simplest tasks feel insurmountable. Together, we'll explore the root causes of your distress, develop practical coping strategies, and work towards restoring balance and finding contentment in your life. Clients describe me as warm, open, gentle, and at times, humorous.
Feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or anxious can weigh heavily on your daily life, making even the simplest tasks feel insurmountable. Together, we'll explore the root causes of your distress, develop practical coping strategies, and work towards restoring balance and finding contentment in your life. Clients describe me as warm, open, gentle, and at times, humorous.
(970) 551-3622 View (970) 551-3622

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Female Therapists

Does it matter what gender my therapist is?

In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.

Should I see a female therapist?

Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.

Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?

Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.

How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?

It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.