Therapists in 80014
Mary Ortenburger
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CEDS-S, C-IAYT, RYT-500
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80014
My specialties include: Gestalt Therapy, eating disorders, trauma, EMDR, anxiety, couples therapy, complex trauma, somatic experiencing, dissociative disorders & trauma informed yoga therapy.
As a therapist, my goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental, and comfortable environment for my clients. Overall, I use an very authentic, egalitarian, honest, direct, dialogic and relational approach. I focus on the ability of clients to make changes and find freedom in their lives by utilizing their unique potential, accepting personal responsibility, and exploring the meaning in life that they desire. My style stems from my belief that the client's own internal knowledge, strength, and commitment to change is what ultimately holds the power. Relational Gestalt therapy highly informs my clinical work and therapeutic style.
My specialties include: Gestalt Therapy, eating disorders, trauma, EMDR, anxiety, couples therapy, complex trauma, somatic experiencing, dissociative disorders & trauma informed yoga therapy.
As a therapist, my goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental, and comfortable environment for my clients. Overall, I use an very authentic, egalitarian, honest, direct, dialogic and relational approach. I focus on the ability of clients to make changes and find freedom in their lives by utilizing their unique potential, accepting personal responsibility, and exploring the meaning in life that they desire. My style stems from my belief that the client's own internal knowledge, strength, and commitment to change is what ultimately holds the power. Relational Gestalt therapy highly informs my clinical work and therapeutic style.
Jaime Thornley
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, LPCC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80014
I tend to practice from a CBT point of view, but I also utilize aspects of DBT, Mindfulness, Feminist therapy and Gestalt therapy.
I'm currently accepting new clients and have a few morning openings available! My passion in counseling is working with people who identify within the LGBTQIA+ community or the BIPOC community. Outside of these communities I also enjoy working with people who struggle with chronic health problems, depression, anxiety, and trauma to name just a few. If you are looking to discover more about yourself, figure out how to live your most authentic life, or learn ways to overcome your past and embrace your future, I would love the chance to connect and support you!
I tend to practice from a CBT point of view, but I also utilize aspects of DBT, Mindfulness, Feminist therapy and Gestalt therapy.
I'm currently accepting new clients and have a few morning openings available! My passion in counseling is working with people who identify within the LGBTQIA+ community or the BIPOC community. Outside of these communities I also enjoy working with people who struggle with chronic health problems, depression, anxiety, and trauma to name just a few. If you are looking to discover more about yourself, figure out how to live your most authentic life, or learn ways to overcome your past and embrace your future, I would love the chance to connect and support you!
Are you feeling lost, confused, or overwhelmed? Is your child having big feelings which feel unmanageable? Making the decision to engage in services is the first step towards healing. I specialize in working with the Latinx community navigating trauma, cultural identity, grief, and transitions. As a fluent Spanish speaker, I conduct sessions in Spanish designed to foster resilience and healing. I recognize the importance of cultural values as a cornerstone of healing. As part of the Latinx community myself, I have lived experience of navigating the complexities of integrating my cultural values in all aspects of my identity.
Are you feeling lost, confused, or overwhelmed? Is your child having big feelings which feel unmanageable? Making the decision to engage in services is the first step towards healing. I specialize in working with the Latinx community navigating trauma, cultural identity, grief, and transitions. As a fluent Spanish speaker, I conduct sessions in Spanish designed to foster resilience and healing. I recognize the importance of cultural values as a cornerstone of healing. As part of the Latinx community myself, I have lived experience of navigating the complexities of integrating my cultural values in all aspects of my identity.
My passion for counseling stems from my belief in the resiliency and strength of the human spirit and the possibility for meaningful change. As your counselor, I feel my purpose is to meet everyone where they are right here and right now. How I work on achieving this by providing an open, safe and supportive atmosphere to work with you. Let’s collaborate through a proper therapeutic alliance to find the tools necessary to achieve your goals and a better quality of life. I enjoy working with adult individuals and couples in a variety of areas including depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationships.
My passion for counseling stems from my belief in the resiliency and strength of the human spirit and the possibility for meaningful change. As your counselor, I feel my purpose is to meet everyone where they are right here and right now. How I work on achieving this by providing an open, safe and supportive atmosphere to work with you. Let’s collaborate through a proper therapeutic alliance to find the tools necessary to achieve your goals and a better quality of life. I enjoy working with adult individuals and couples in a variety of areas including depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationships.
Every morning when we open our eyes is a new opportunity to evolve and create, not our “normal life”, but our preferred life. What changes do you want to make to get there? Let me help you get there through teamwork, compassion and growth. I provide a safe place to support my clients with a non-judgmental approach and assist them understand their troubles and find resolution to their suffering. I am a solution focused therapist (future-focused and goal oriented) who enjoys and concentrates in the use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and person-centered approach.
Every morning when we open our eyes is a new opportunity to evolve and create, not our “normal life”, but our preferred life. What changes do you want to make to get there? Let me help you get there through teamwork, compassion and growth. I provide a safe place to support my clients with a non-judgmental approach and assist them understand their troubles and find resolution to their suffering. I am a solution focused therapist (future-focused and goal oriented) who enjoys and concentrates in the use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and person-centered approach.
Becca Armstrong, with over 26 years of experience in Transformation Coaching and Psychotherapy, has helped over 10,000 individuals worldwide to transform and thrive. Collaborating with esteemed leaders such as Marcia Weider and Bob Proctor, she served as Bob Proctor's Executive Director, where she developed and co-taught each of his international coach certification programs. Her pioneering work in Subconscious Systems continues to revolutionize the field of Transformational Coaching.
Becca Armstrong, with over 26 years of experience in Transformation Coaching and Psychotherapy, has helped over 10,000 individuals worldwide to transform and thrive. Collaborating with esteemed leaders such as Marcia Weider and Bob Proctor, she served as Bob Proctor's Executive Director, where she developed and co-taught each of his international coach certification programs. Her pioneering work in Subconscious Systems continues to revolutionize the field of Transformational Coaching.
Shaina specializes in aiding LGBTQIA+ individuals with spiritual trauma healing. Clients address issues like sexual abuse, grief, and childhood trauma, seeking to embrace authentic gender and sexuality. Shaina welcomes those intrigued by kink, BDSM, and ethical non-monogamy, creating a calm and open-minded space for them to express truths and harmonize relationships. Her eclectic, person-centered approach, influenced by Internal Family Systems (IFS), dismantles pathologizing views.
Shaina specializes in aiding LGBTQIA+ individuals with spiritual trauma healing. Clients address issues like sexual abuse, grief, and childhood trauma, seeking to embrace authentic gender and sexuality. Shaina welcomes those intrigued by kink, BDSM, and ethical non-monogamy, creating a calm and open-minded space for them to express truths and harmonize relationships. Her eclectic, person-centered approach, influenced by Internal Family Systems (IFS), dismantles pathologizing views.
Are you someone who is facing a time of depression, anxiety, or confusion of some kind due to recent transition or crisis. Major disappointment over a setback in a relationship or job situation? Is it a family situation that needs to be resolved? Also available is Family Mediation - we can help you with custody, divorce, elder and other conflicts. We are here to help you. Whatever you are facing...it's time for you to talk this out, get insight and wisdom towards for the conflict to end. God is able to do above and beyond what is imagined. Please call today.
Are you someone who is facing a time of depression, anxiety, or confusion of some kind due to recent transition or crisis. Major disappointment over a setback in a relationship or job situation? Is it a family situation that needs to be resolved? Also available is Family Mediation - we can help you with custody, divorce, elder and other conflicts. We are here to help you. Whatever you are facing...it's time for you to talk this out, get insight and wisdom towards for the conflict to end. God is able to do above and beyond what is imagined. Please call today.
As a licensed professional counselor, my passion lies in helping individuals navigate the complex terrain of trauma and the profound aspects of aging, death, and dying. My journey in the field of psychology has been driven by a deep commitment to providing compassionate and effective support to those who have experienced trauma and those who are confronting the challenges of aging and the existential questions of mortality. My specialized focus on trauma allows me to offer a safe and empathetic space for individuals to heal from the scars of their past experiences.
As a licensed professional counselor, my passion lies in helping individuals navigate the complex terrain of trauma and the profound aspects of aging, death, and dying. My journey in the field of psychology has been driven by a deep commitment to providing compassionate and effective support to those who have experienced trauma and those who are confronting the challenges of aging and the existential questions of mortality. My specialized focus on trauma allows me to offer a safe and empathetic space for individuals to heal from the scars of their past experiences.
Pathway to Empathy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80014 (Online Only)
You may have a goal of living a meaningful life in all its richness and seeking help with interpersonal or mental health symptom related concerns? Depression, anxiety, history of trauma? Are you, your family or relations journeying through life transitions or in need of support related to medical-health concerns? There are times in life when it feels like you are barely keeping your head above water. Not a fun feeling! More importantly, I work with compassion, empathy, and am non-judgmental, while creating a safe space for you to explore and understand.
You may have a goal of living a meaningful life in all its richness and seeking help with interpersonal or mental health symptom related concerns? Depression, anxiety, history of trauma? Are you, your family or relations journeying through life transitions or in need of support related to medical-health concerns? There are times in life when it feels like you are barely keeping your head above water. Not a fun feeling! More importantly, I work with compassion, empathy, and am non-judgmental, while creating a safe space for you to explore and understand.
Today was hard. Waking up thinking “how soon can I go back to sleep.” Sometimes you find yourself questioning if you really want to live. You feel so alone and wonder how no one else sees your pain. All day at work you fake a smile. You make excuses to not do the hobbies you once loved. You just don’t feel like yourself anymore. Nothing seems to excite you. Reminders of the past are keeping you from moving forward. You just want to feel different.
Today was hard. Waking up thinking “how soon can I go back to sleep.” Sometimes you find yourself questioning if you really want to live. You feel so alone and wonder how no one else sees your pain. All day at work you fake a smile. You make excuses to not do the hobbies you once loved. You just don’t feel like yourself anymore. Nothing seems to excite you. Reminders of the past are keeping you from moving forward. You just want to feel different.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, MA , LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80014
The work I do with clients is rooted in the belief that connecting with all of the parts that make us who we are and forming meaningful relationships with our surrounding community (both human and non-human) can help us find solid ground in times of stress, trauma, and challenging life transitions. I specialize in helping children, teens and young adults develop the skills to find nervous system regulation, form healthy attachments, and build skills to manage anxiety and depression. I predominantly (and not exclusively) work with folks in the LGBTQIA2S+ community, believing that every body deserves a caring space to heal and restore
The work I do with clients is rooted in the belief that connecting with all of the parts that make us who we are and forming meaningful relationships with our surrounding community (both human and non-human) can help us find solid ground in times of stress, trauma, and challenging life transitions. I specialize in helping children, teens and young adults develop the skills to find nervous system regulation, form healthy attachments, and build skills to manage anxiety and depression. I predominantly (and not exclusively) work with folks in the LGBTQIA2S+ community, believing that every body deserves a caring space to heal and restore
Many people experience mental health concerns that feel isolating, like anxiety, grief, depression, loneliness, and more. Some have a traumatic or difficult past that can surge to the surface unexpectedly, making your day difficult. Nobody is too far gone, crazy, or unreasonable for experiencing these things. I like to jump in with you and figure it out together! I fit my services to you, rather than expecting you to fit to me. I like to learn what makes you grow, change, and be motivated, and then go from there.
Many people experience mental health concerns that feel isolating, like anxiety, grief, depression, loneliness, and more. Some have a traumatic or difficult past that can surge to the surface unexpectedly, making your day difficult. Nobody is too far gone, crazy, or unreasonable for experiencing these things. I like to jump in with you and figure it out together! I fit my services to you, rather than expecting you to fit to me. I like to learn what makes you grow, change, and be motivated, and then go from there.
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Gestalt Therapists
What is gestalt therapy?
Gestalt therapy is based on the idea that to address unresolved negative feelings, emotions must be not only discussed but also actively expressed in the present moment. The term is from a German word meaning “whole,” and gestalt therapists believe that people should be considered whole entities made up of mind, body, and emotions. Gestalt sessions are rooted in the notion that a client’s total self must be discovered, explored, and confronted, so that they can take greater responsibility for themselves and their behavior, learn to satisfy their own needs while still respecting the needs of others, and reconnect with feelings they might otherwise deny.
How does gestalt therapy work?
Gestalt therapy sessions do not just involve talking with a therapist. Clients may take part in role-playing, re-enactment, or artistic exercises like drawing and painting, with the goal of becoming more aware of negative thought patterns that limit happiness. One common gestalt exercise is “the empty chair,” in which a client sits across from an empty chair representing a partner, relative, boss, or a part of themselves—and, with the therapist’s encouragement, improvises a dialog with it. The intention is to bring the emotions raised by past conflicts into the present and work through them in the moment.
How long does gestalt therapy last?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for gestalt 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. New patients should understand that it may take some time to become comfortable with gestalt exercises but once they do, they should expect sessions to extend for a number of months, typically spanning at least 12 sessions.
Does gestalt therapy work?
Gestalt therapy has generally been found to be as effective as other forms of talk therapy in helping people living with anxiety, depression, phobias, bipolar disorder, and substance use disorders, as well as helping individuals reduce conflict in relationships. Gestalt techniques, on their own or in combination with other therapies, can also be effective in managing physical ailments including ulcerative colitis, migraines, and back spasms. It should be noted that some people may have trouble adapting to gestalt therapy’s lack of formal structure or to a therapist’s close observations of their body language and emotions; others may struggle to commit to techniques that feel unnatural, like the empty chair exercise.