Interpersonal Therapists in Central East Denver, Denver, CO

My successful clients are active psychotherapy participants who are dedicated and motivated for change. Introspective, he/she thinks about therapy outside of the office and attempts to use the knowledge and insight gained to improve relationships, goals, and life satisfaction. At times, psychotherapy requires difficult work from both the therapist and client, and the outcome is predicated by the mutual effort vested in the therapeutic process.

I approach every session from a behavioral, familial, relationship, and queer perspective, and I see everything through a systemic lens. Whether you are dealing with interpersonal issues or societal concerns, I am here to help you navigate through life’s challenges. I work with adults of all gender identities, socio-economic backgrounds, sexual orientations, and ethnicities.

I collaboratively work with clients to explore and understand their unique presentation and how it relates to a larger environmental and cultural context. I am passionate about increasing self-awareness, helping people to find true control and agency, and providing tools to feel better! I use the unique values of each individual as a roadmap for our work together with the ultimate goal of engaging more effectively and authentically in life.

Often it can be difficult to deal with painful life circumstances on your own. Therapy with an experienced professional can help you address these difficult issues in a supportive yet challenging environment. I understand that there is no one approach to deal with life's tough issues. I am committed to working collaboratively with my clients to meet their goals and tailoring therapy to their specific needs and experiences. Additionally, I am deeply committed to providing culturally responsive treatment to every client I work with. I believe this is crucial for any type of psychotherapy to be effective and helpful.

I am passionate about working with individuals, couples and groups and will work with you to increase your felt sense of self-acceptance and self-esteem while challenging you to experiment, in the spirit of play, with new ways of seeing and being in the world. We will collaborate in creating a safe and trusting space where you can show up with greater authenticity, reclaim disowned parts of yourself, and be free to make new choices around old habitual patterns.

I'm so happy you're exploring my practice. I can imgine there are a lot of emotions running through you; anxiety, worry, hope. I've heard all of these and more in my practice. These thoughts and feelings are so normal. Therapy is a big, important step for any couple or individual and one that will transform your life. It takes so much courage to take this step and be hopeful for something better!

I work with individuals, couples and families to create meaningful & fulfilling relationships, improve connections, address conflict, and increase effective communication patterns. Therapy is an opportunity to learn about yourself and others. During session we will explore past and present experiences to gather information about your strengths, resiliency, and challenges. I offer a direct, creative and compassionate approach and nonjudgemental space to do some difficult, and at times, uncomfortable work. Integrating creativity allows us the chance to be playful as you try on new ways of doing things and have some fun with the process of getting to know a truer you.

As women in the world we are faced with unique challenges and experiences throughout our lives. My passion and expertise is in working alongside women to help them towards improved self-awareness, more satisfying interpersonal relationships, and relief from emotional pain.

I believe the central purpose of counseling is to assist the clients I work with in identifying their own unique abilities and tools to cope with the hurdles and challenges that life brings. Each individual has the capacity to make change happen to support well being; heal from trauma and identify new coping skills. My goal is to provide a safe space for individuals to work through traumatic or difficult life experiences while helping to cultivate new avenues to overcome the things that can keep one feeling "stuck". My approach in counseling is collaborative, holistic, strength based and client centered.

I have over 10 years experience in the field of trauma with emphasis on sexual abuse, depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, interpersonal/relational conflict and life transitions. I received my BA and MA from Naropa University in Boulder, CO which has a philosophy rooted in the belief that all individuals have the tools within themselves to heal from even the most difficult of experiences. My therapeutic foundation is rooted in this same philosophy. My ideal client is anyone eager to reclaim who they truly are with curiosity, compassion and raw vulnerability. By discovering this inner truth, they are set free.

I work with you to define and achieve the life YOU want, whether that is managing symptoms, solving a problem, or simply living a more fulfilling life and being your authentic self. I believe a good therapist, like a good friend, doesn’t just tell you what you want to hear. I challenge my clients to see new perspectives, notice their blind spots, and find new insights. My theoretical orientation draws primarily from humanism and existentialism. I draw techniques from MI, CBT, and DBT. I would describe my style as cognitive-based and intellectual, with no “BS” and a healthy dose of humor!

Dr. Erica Stephens is a licensed clinical psychologist with a Ph.D. in clinical psychology, specializing in attachment theory, cognitive behavioral therapy, and interpersonal and family dynamics. With over 10 years of experience, Dr. Erica has helped numerous clients achieve personal growth and overcome a range of mental health challenges. Dr. Erica's approach to therapy is grounded in a warm, empathetic, and collaborative style, empowering clients to make meaningful changes in their lives. Dr. Erica also specializes in working with adopted clients and clients with challenging familial relationships.

Welcome! I am a Stanford-trained clinical psychologist specializing in supporting growth-oriented, culturally-diverse individuals and couples who want to better understand themselves, how they relate to others and all of life. I help clients explore and develop greater meaning in their lives, foster deeper personal and professional connections, and experience and embody their most authentic selves. My style is warm, active, and genuine. I strongly believe in the importance of building an authentic and trusting relationship for therapy to be effective.

Are you feeling weighed down by persistent unwanted thoughts, feeling “stuck”, and unsure what to do next? Do you feel that you have an idea of “why” you engage in certain patterns and behaviors, but want learn the “how” to make sustainable changes? You’re on the right track to pursuing different avenues to navigate the challenges that come with anxiety, OCD, depression, interpersonal relationships, and self-esteem. It is normal to feel isolated and defeated when faced with life’s stressors, but rest assured you are not alone. Together we will create a safe environment to practice new coping skills, bringing peace to your life.

We are significantly shaped by the treatment we receive from others and the negative impact that painful relationships and experiences have on us. Your healing involves taking your power back from those experiences and learning how to trust your own instincts and intuition. With this, my lens focuses on interpersonal trauma and attachment injuries.

I understand that achieving emotional stability is a priority for you. Life can throw many challenges your way, leaving you feeling overwhelmed and defeated. Breaking out of the depression and anxiety cycle is even more frustrating when it feels like the obstacles just keep stacking up. Yet everyone deserves to live their best life and so do you. You want so badly to get your life back and to do things differently so that the next time these old familiar feelings creep up, you have what it takes to ride with wave with clarity and confidence.

Are you generally successful but feel like something is blocking you from living your best life? Are you suddenly feeling lost or overwhelmed? Do you want to realign? I would love to help you free yourself from the distress that comes from being stuck in patterns that no longer serve you. My goal is to help you peel back the layers to begin to truly heal from the inside out. I strive for authenticity and compassion and take great care to provide you with a safe container to do this (most) important work. I would love to help you heal the parts of you that may be suffering and reunite with the greatest version of yourself.

Hey there! Have your fights with your partner become predictable and routine, and you start thinking, "here we go again"? Are you feeling disconnected, misunderstood, anxious, overwhelmed, unheard, unseen, or like you can't live up to their expectations? It doesn't have to be this way! I enjoy helping couples dig underneath the surface to understand and express those underlying feelings and needs. Often clients will say that this approach makes them feel more heard, seen, and connected to their partner. I also offer individual work in areas such as anxiety, perfectionism, relational issues, life transitions, and boundary setting.

Allow me to help resolve and overcome the road blocks in your life. I am a licensed counselor that specializes in child, adolescent, and adult issues including trauma, self-esteem, depression, grief/loss, and anxiety. I believe the adjustment to parenthood can be quite challenging and therefore work with new parents in a variety of post partum issues as the transition is made in their new life. I believe when problems are not addressed, they become magnified and all encompassing. I value each individual's therapeutic journey and enjoy the role in helping facilitate this!