Feminist Therapists in 80302
Brianna S Ripoli
Licensed Professional Counselor, MPS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80302
I am theoretically grounded in feminist psychology, somatic, and mindfulness approaches.
I received my master’s degree in Integrative Behavioral Health from the University of Minnesota and have since specialized in treating eating disorders, body image distress, developmental trauma, anxiety, and depression. I have a specific interest in attachment, relational, and developmental trauma and its interconnected nature with the development of eating disorders. I am happy to work with those actively struggling with meeting their nutritional needs, or those who are further along in recovery and want to work from an anti-diet culture lens.
I am theoretically grounded in feminist psychology, somatic, and mindfulness approaches.
I received my master’s degree in Integrative Behavioral Health from the University of Minnesota and have since specialized in treating eating disorders, body image distress, developmental trauma, anxiety, and depression. I have a specific interest in attachment, relational, and developmental trauma and its interconnected nature with the development of eating disorders. I am happy to work with those actively struggling with meeting their nutritional needs, or those who are further along in recovery and want to work from an anti-diet culture lens.
Lacey Wilkins
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80302
I am strongly aligned with intersectional feminist, LGBTQ+ and ENM/poly communities.
HelloI'm a therapist with specialized training in the treatment of Anxiety, Depression, Adult ADHD, Autism Spectrum disorder, Trauma, and PTSD. I value a creative approach to wellness that honors safety, authenticity, and honesty. I think of starting therapy like you're cleaning out a closet that you've been storing things in for years. You've been putting things in there for so long that perhaps you've forgotten what was even in there. Together we'll sort through clutter, deciding what you need, getting rid of what you don't, and building structures to organize the parts of life that need organizing.
I am strongly aligned with intersectional feminist, LGBTQ+ and ENM/poly communities.
HelloI'm a therapist with specialized training in the treatment of Anxiety, Depression, Adult ADHD, Autism Spectrum disorder, Trauma, and PTSD. I value a creative approach to wellness that honors safety, authenticity, and honesty. I think of starting therapy like you're cleaning out a closet that you've been storing things in for years. You've been putting things in there for so long that perhaps you've forgotten what was even in there. Together we'll sort through clutter, deciding what you need, getting rid of what you don't, and building structures to organize the parts of life that need organizing.
Emma Kobil
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80302 (Online Only)
My philosophical, feminist therapeutic approach is aimed at fostering self compassion.
Are you a high achieving, feminist woman who also struggles with perfectionism, worry and negative body image? Do you beat yourself up and never feel 'good enough'? Do you feel exhausted from trying to 'do' everything but then feel like you have no time for yourself? I get it--as women, we often carry so much and we worry about pleasing others at the expense of ourselves. Nothing is wrong with you. However, I also know what it's like on the other side. I am here to help you tend to your emotions, set boundaries, and live a more joy filled life. You are worthy of feeling free, empowered, confident and connected to yourself.
My philosophical, feminist therapeutic approach is aimed at fostering self compassion.
Are you a high achieving, feminist woman who also struggles with perfectionism, worry and negative body image? Do you beat yourself up and never feel 'good enough'? Do you feel exhausted from trying to 'do' everything but then feel like you have no time for yourself? I get it--as women, we often carry so much and we worry about pleasing others at the expense of ourselves. Nothing is wrong with you. However, I also know what it's like on the other side. I am here to help you tend to your emotions, set boundaries, and live a more joy filled life. You are worthy of feeling free, empowered, confident and connected to yourself.
Paige Leedy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BA, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80302
Are you experiencing anxiety? Do you know where it comes from? Or are you still trying to explore that? Sometimes stressors and traumas add up and addressing them alone can feel like climbing a mountain, but you don't have to face it alone! My practice is geared towards young adults facing life transitions such as moving out, new relationships, and identity exploration, as well as adults ready to address past traumas. I have a special interest in women's issues surrounding pregnancy and postpartum.
Are you experiencing anxiety? Do you know where it comes from? Or are you still trying to explore that? Sometimes stressors and traumas add up and addressing them alone can feel like climbing a mountain, but you don't have to face it alone! My practice is geared towards young adults facing life transitions such as moving out, new relationships, and identity exploration, as well as adults ready to address past traumas. I have a special interest in women's issues surrounding pregnancy and postpartum.
My biggest hope is to help you create a deeper awareness of yourself in order to nurture the relationship within, and with those around you. I view therapy as a collaborative process and relationship. I believe that you are the expert of your own life. I welcome feedback! If you’re ever wondering where we’re going, or what I’m doing - please ask. The therapeutic process should not be a secret, and I’m happy to share information with you along the way.
My biggest hope is to help you create a deeper awareness of yourself in order to nurture the relationship within, and with those around you. I view therapy as a collaborative process and relationship. I believe that you are the expert of your own life. I welcome feedback! If you’re ever wondering where we’re going, or what I’m doing - please ask. The therapeutic process should not be a secret, and I’m happy to share information with you along the way.
Collin Tracy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, EMDR
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80302 (Online Only)
About me: I specialize in women's issues, trauma, relationships, anxiety, grief, and life transitions. About you: You are intelligent, sensitive, and high-functioning. You appear to others as though you have it all together, but inside, something's not working. Perhaps this manifests physically, as insomnia or chronic tension. Sometimes it's more internal: anxiety or depression, indecision, heaviness, or an inability to move past a traumatic event. You seek answers to life's biggest questions, but sometimes have trouble hearing your own inner wisdom. You wish to feel more ease, more clarity, more connection, more meaning.
About me: I specialize in women's issues, trauma, relationships, anxiety, grief, and life transitions. About you: You are intelligent, sensitive, and high-functioning. You appear to others as though you have it all together, but inside, something's not working. Perhaps this manifests physically, as insomnia or chronic tension. Sometimes it's more internal: anxiety or depression, indecision, heaviness, or an inability to move past a traumatic event. You seek answers to life's biggest questions, but sometimes have trouble hearing your own inner wisdom. You wish to feel more ease, more clarity, more connection, more meaning.
Are you longing for connection but unsure how to find it? Are you feeling trapped, scared, or lost? You're not alone. In a world that often feels chaotic and isolating, it's natural to yearn for a sense of belonging and security. My name is Sarah, and I specialize in helping folks like you navigate the complexities of life with compassion and understanding. Together, we can explore the roots of your struggles and unearth the patterns that may be holding you back.
Are you longing for connection but unsure how to find it? Are you feeling trapped, scared, or lost? You're not alone. In a world that often feels chaotic and isolating, it's natural to yearn for a sense of belonging and security. My name is Sarah, and I specialize in helping folks like you navigate the complexities of life with compassion and understanding. Together, we can explore the roots of your struggles and unearth the patterns that may be holding you back.
Finding balance while juggling life's responsibilities can at times be overwhelming. We all need help sorting through our feelings. I have genuine empathy for people and the human experience. This quality underlines my passion to guide my clients to a purpose filled life. Whether you're faced with a temporary crisis or you're looking to learn skills necessary to have a balanced life, I offer a safe space, full of support with the goal to promote understanding and self-awareness.
Finding balance while juggling life's responsibilities can at times be overwhelming. We all need help sorting through our feelings. I have genuine empathy for people and the human experience. This quality underlines my passion to guide my clients to a purpose filled life. Whether you're faced with a temporary crisis or you're looking to learn skills necessary to have a balanced life, I offer a safe space, full of support with the goal to promote understanding and self-awareness.
Let’s be real. These are dark times, and uncertainty abounds. Old wounds may be coming to the surface, and the thought of facing them may feel downright terrifying……It IS terrifying. I believe that these moments are opportunities for us to learn, accept, and grow in our capacity to be Compassionate with ourselves, and with one another. This is how Transformational Healing occurs. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, anger issues, relationships with substances, or existential dread (perhaps all the above), YOU ARE NOT ALONE.
Let’s be real. These are dark times, and uncertainty abounds. Old wounds may be coming to the surface, and the thought of facing them may feel downright terrifying……It IS terrifying. I believe that these moments are opportunities for us to learn, accept, and grow in our capacity to be Compassionate with ourselves, and with one another. This is how Transformational Healing occurs. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, anger issues, relationships with substances, or existential dread (perhaps all the above), YOU ARE NOT ALONE.
Bria Tavakoli
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80302 (Online Only)
I'm here to meet you where you are + help you create a life you adore, including secure, fulfilling relationships.Let's create a judgment-free zone where we can dive into relational challenges, sex therapy and/or psychedelic prep + integration.I serve individuals, couples, + all relational setups.My training in attachment work, Internal Family Systems, + EMDR offshoot Brainspotting will help you craft healthier connections.Let’s explore communication, boundaries, navigating desire differences + processing trauma.I’m a veteran yoga + meditation teacher, proud daughter of an immigrant + a purity culture quitter.So yes, I get it.
I'm here to meet you where you are + help you create a life you adore, including secure, fulfilling relationships.Let's create a judgment-free zone where we can dive into relational challenges, sex therapy and/or psychedelic prep + integration.I serve individuals, couples, + all relational setups.My training in attachment work, Internal Family Systems, + EMDR offshoot Brainspotting will help you craft healthier connections.Let’s explore communication, boundaries, navigating desire differences + processing trauma.I’m a veteran yoga + meditation teacher, proud daughter of an immigrant + a purity culture quitter.So yes, I get it.
Lauren Casalino
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80302 (Online Only)
What is challenging for you at this time? Are you struggling to adjust to current circumstances, unsure how to think about and plan for the future? Are relationships, work, finances, home, schooling, health, or ways of enjoying life adversely impacted? Could you use support in relating to whatever difficult emotions are arising? Would guidance in how to address difficult issues be helpful? Would you like to explore opportunities within the challenges? Are you ready to grow and to expand? Whatever your reasons for seeking therapy, I will offer you non-judgmental listening and skilled support.
What is challenging for you at this time? Are you struggling to adjust to current circumstances, unsure how to think about and plan for the future? Are relationships, work, finances, home, schooling, health, or ways of enjoying life adversely impacted? Could you use support in relating to whatever difficult emotions are arising? Would guidance in how to address difficult issues be helpful? Would you like to explore opportunities within the challenges? Are you ready to grow and to expand? Whatever your reasons for seeking therapy, I will offer you non-judgmental listening and skilled support.
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You're going through a high-conflict divorce, and it feels like a constant battle. The person you once loved is now a stranger, turning every interaction into a warzone. You’re exhausted, emotionally drained, and feel like you’re walking on eggshells all the time. No one truly understands the manipulation and chaos you’re enduring, and you're embarrassed to admit how bad it has become. You can barely sleep, can’t focus, and yet you know you have to keep going—especially for your kids. Every day feels like a fight for survival, and you're left wondering if you'll ever truly break free from this nightmare.
You're going through a high-conflict divorce, and it feels like a constant battle. The person you once loved is now a stranger, turning every interaction into a warzone. You’re exhausted, emotionally drained, and feel like you’re walking on eggshells all the time. No one truly understands the manipulation and chaos you’re enduring, and you're embarrassed to admit how bad it has become. You can barely sleep, can’t focus, and yet you know you have to keep going—especially for your kids. Every day feels like a fight for survival, and you're left wondering if you'll ever truly break free from this nightmare.
Sara Lewis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80302
Waitlist for new clients
Dr. Sara Lewis is Associate Professor and Chair of Contemplative Psychotherapy and Buddhist Psychology, and Faculty Co-Director for Psychedelic Studies at Naropa University.
Dr. Sara Lewis is Associate Professor and Chair of Contemplative Psychotherapy and Buddhist Psychology, and Faculty Co-Director for Psychedelic Studies at Naropa University.
Family and Elder Counseling Services
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80302
At Family and Elder Counseling Services by Windhorse Elder Care, we offer compassionate support through mindfulness-based individual and group therapy. We specialize in working with elders, their caregivers, and family members in their homes or assisted living facilities, in nature, and online. We empower you to navigate the complexities of transitioning into assisted living, cope with terminal diagnoses, find balance in caregiving, process grief & loss, and embrace the aging or dying process with grace and dignity.
At Family and Elder Counseling Services by Windhorse Elder Care, we offer compassionate support through mindfulness-based individual and group therapy. We specialize in working with elders, their caregivers, and family members in their homes or assisted living facilities, in nature, and online. We empower you to navigate the complexities of transitioning into assisted living, cope with terminal diagnoses, find balance in caregiving, process grief & loss, and embrace the aging or dying process with grace and dignity.
Katie Asmus
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, BMP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80302
Are you looking to make a life change with the support of alternative holistic methods along with time tested traditional tools? If so, I can help you. Whether you are looking to shift the symptoms of anxiety, depression, or trauma, or wanting support through a life situation or transition, you don’t have to do it alone! I work with people both in a traditional office-based format, as well as in an intensive model to accelerate your process. I also offer individual and group-based personally meaningful, culturally relevant Rite of Passage experiences to support you in conscious and intentional movement through life challenges.
Are you looking to make a life change with the support of alternative holistic methods along with time tested traditional tools? If so, I can help you. Whether you are looking to shift the symptoms of anxiety, depression, or trauma, or wanting support through a life situation or transition, you don’t have to do it alone! I work with people both in a traditional office-based format, as well as in an intensive model to accelerate your process. I also offer individual and group-based personally meaningful, culturally relevant Rite of Passage experiences to support you in conscious and intentional movement through life challenges.
If you are here, chances are, you want a better marriage, or partnership. You want to feel better and find solutions to your problems. You are not alone. The good news is, you are in the right place - and there is hope. Marriage and Family Therapists have a specialty - to see beyond an individual and help create change that lasts. I love helping couples improve their relationships with each other and themselves and I love helping couples build confidence and find a clear path forward.
If you are here, chances are, you want a better marriage, or partnership. You want to feel better and find solutions to your problems. You are not alone. The good news is, you are in the right place - and there is hope. Marriage and Family Therapists have a specialty - to see beyond an individual and help create change that lasts. I love helping couples improve their relationships with each other and themselves and I love helping couples build confidence and find a clear path forward.
Here at Whole Connection, we believe that a healing relationship is the most important part of therapy. This connection allows each client to safely explore and create the changes and healing they are striving for. Our therapists support clients working with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, identity exploration, and a variety of other challenges that can arise in everyday life. We often work individually, with couples, or in a group setting to help our clients build the skills they need to work through and remain resilient in difficult times.
Here at Whole Connection, we believe that a healing relationship is the most important part of therapy. This connection allows each client to safely explore and create the changes and healing they are striving for. Our therapists support clients working with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, identity exploration, and a variety of other challenges that can arise in everyday life. We often work individually, with couples, or in a group setting to help our clients build the skills they need to work through and remain resilient in difficult times.
Megan Murphy
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80302 (Online Only)
Hello! I'm Dr. Megan Murphy and I have been a Marriage and Family Therapist for over 25 years. I have taught in Family Therapy graduate programs for over 20 years. My career focus has been on power dynamics in relationships, most recently focusing on narcissistic abuse in family relationships, intimate relationships, and in the workplace, including academia.
Hello! I'm Dr. Megan Murphy and I have been a Marriage and Family Therapist for over 25 years. I have taught in Family Therapy graduate programs for over 20 years. My career focus has been on power dynamics in relationships, most recently focusing on narcissistic abuse in family relationships, intimate relationships, and in the workplace, including academia.
Elise Alvarez
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, R-DMT
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80302 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Are you a women and/or a queer person looking to become more connected with yourself and your emotional expression? Perhaps you are struggling with body image issues, relational conflicts or trauma. As a therapist, I like to approach clients with non-judgment and vulnerability, and provide a space for them to fully and authentically express their emotions.
Are you a women and/or a queer person looking to become more connected with yourself and your emotional expression? Perhaps you are struggling with body image issues, relational conflicts or trauma. As a therapist, I like to approach clients with non-judgment and vulnerability, and provide a space for them to fully and authentically express their emotions.
As a relational therapist, I imagine you're here to transform the conflicts & hurt in your relationship/s into safe and secure spaces - spaces that offer true intimacy and a sense of meaning. I imagine you want a therapist who accesses intuition and asks pointed questions to get to the depth and heart of the matter; one who is sensitive, yet courageous and direct. In my practice, I provide therapy to intimate partnerships, adult families, and individuals. I help you fiercely and gently engage discomfort, access emotional truths, voice needs, navigate difference, repair ruptures, and move toward renewed and deepened connection.
As a relational therapist, I imagine you're here to transform the conflicts & hurt in your relationship/s into safe and secure spaces - spaces that offer true intimacy and a sense of meaning. I imagine you want a therapist who accesses intuition and asks pointed questions to get to the depth and heart of the matter; one who is sensitive, yet courageous and direct. In my practice, I provide therapy to intimate partnerships, adult families, and individuals. I help you fiercely and gently engage discomfort, access emotional truths, voice needs, navigate difference, repair ruptures, and move toward renewed and deepened connection.
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Feminist Therapists
How does feminist therapy work?
Feminist therapy sessions are not only personal but often cultural or political in nature, as the approach is based on the belief that people are affected by, and often struggle with, cultural and societal norms and biases, and need to move beyond those external pressures or stressors to tap their own confidence and engage more fully in their own identity. Sessions may therefore include discussions of sexism, diversity, and gender issues and talk of steps toward greater empowerment for patients who believe they have been silenced and seek to raise their voices.
What are examples of feminist therapy techniques?
Along with traditional talk therapy and analysis, a feminist therapist may employ techniques such as role-playing and assertiveness training to help clients build their self-esteem so that they feel they can act freely, and not based on cultural expectations or gender roles dictated by others. A feminist therapist may also engage in bibliotherapy, offering suggested readings on gender identity or social power inequities as they work toward viewing mental-health concerns through a broad cultural lens before focusing on how they affect the individual. Somatic therapy techniques, with an emphasis on body awareness, self-compassion, and mindfulness practices are also often part of feminist therapist practice.
How long does feminist therapy last?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for feminist therapy; people who believe that they are making progress typically continue until they feel they’ve addressed the issues that had been holding them back. It may take some time to become comfortable discussing personal issues, but once a client feels they can do so, they could expect therapy to last for a number of months, typically including at least 12 sessions.
Does feminist therapy work?
As a relatively recent therapeutic technique, there is not yet a body of evidence proving the efficacy of feminist therapy. However, the approach is based on proven core principles of talk therapy, with a particular emphasis on developing a therapeutic relationship based on equality and authentic connection between therapist and client and discovering and building on clients’ personal strengths to help them gain a greater sense of personal power and agency.