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Hilary Settlemire
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Aurora, CO 80013
Hi, My name is Hilary Settlemire. I have my Masters in Social Work. I currently have my LCSW. My approach to therapy is make sure that is client centered and working on you to become your best self. My focus areas are adults with ADHD, Bi-Polar, Anxiety and Depression. I also like to work with couples and marriage complications. I open to helping anyone through what they are going through. My approach to therapy is using CBT, DBT and solution focused therapy. I want to work on being aware of your behaviors and being able to work through them with you.
Hi, My name is Hilary Settlemire. I have my Masters in Social Work. I currently have my LCSW. My approach to therapy is make sure that is client centered and working on you to become your best self. My focus areas are adults with ADHD, Bi-Polar, Anxiety and Depression. I also like to work with couples and marriage complications. I open to helping anyone through what they are going through. My approach to therapy is using CBT, DBT and solution focused therapy. I want to work on being aware of your behaviors and being able to work through them with you.
(720) 649-4970 View (720) 649-4970
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Josephine Ampaw
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MFTC, MA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Aurora, CO 80014
Waitlist for new clients
When working with clients, it is important for me to center the wisdom each individual, couple, and/or family bring to therapy. Starting from this place allows me to center and validate the experiences of my clients from an inclusive perspective. My goal is to balance trusting the client to make the best decisions for themselves and creating space for collaboration throughout the therapeutic process. My training as a social worker, marriage and family therapist, and educator provide me with the tools needed to guide clients through the therapy process. In my work, It is important to meet you where you are and let the tools follow!
When working with clients, it is important for me to center the wisdom each individual, couple, and/or family bring to therapy. Starting from this place allows me to center and validate the experiences of my clients from an inclusive perspective. My goal is to balance trusting the client to make the best decisions for themselves and creating space for collaboration throughout the therapeutic process. My training as a social worker, marriage and family therapist, and educator provide me with the tools needed to guide clients through the therapy process. In my work, It is important to meet you where you are and let the tools follow!
(303) 647-9461 View (303) 647-9461
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Joy C Ewing
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Aurora, CO 80014
As a Marriage and Family Therapist I love working with people of all different backgrounds and needs.
Clients to have a safe place to unpack whatever is on their heart and foster healing, growth, and change. I’m dedicated to developing a collaborative and authentic therapeutic relationship with my clients. I use an integrative approach to therapy to help client’s journey through depression, anxiety, loss, trauma, life transitions, marriage, and family issues. As a marriage and family therapist I love helping couples and families of all backgrounds discover their unique goals and help families to thrive as a team. I’m passionate about working with individuals, families, couples, adolescents, veterans and military families.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist I love working with people of all different backgrounds and needs.
Clients to have a safe place to unpack whatever is on their heart and foster healing, growth, and change. I’m dedicated to developing a collaborative and authentic therapeutic relationship with my clients. I use an integrative approach to therapy to help client’s journey through depression, anxiety, loss, trauma, life transitions, marriage, and family issues. As a marriage and family therapist I love helping couples and families of all backgrounds discover their unique goals and help families to thrive as a team. I’m passionate about working with individuals, families, couples, adolescents, veterans and military families.
(720) 740-2513 View (720) 740-2513
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STAR Girlz Empowerment, Inc
Unlicensed Psychotherapist, MA, MFTC
Verified Verified
Aurora, CO 80010
I am currently a pre licensed Marriage and Family Therapy Candidate and a Registered Psychotherapist with diverse experience in court mandated and outpatient psychotherapy, substance abuse, and treating girls and women survivors/victims of human trafficking, sexual and domestic abuse. I have additional training and certifications in addictions counseling and specialize in working with female youth and young adult women in the treatment of behavioral issues, trauma, grief, domestic, and substance abuse using systems base approaches, group therapy, and expressive arts.
I am currently a pre licensed Marriage and Family Therapy Candidate and a Registered Psychotherapist with diverse experience in court mandated and outpatient psychotherapy, substance abuse, and treating girls and women survivors/victims of human trafficking, sexual and domestic abuse. I have additional training and certifications in addictions counseling and specialize in working with female youth and young adult women in the treatment of behavioral issues, trauma, grief, domestic, and substance abuse using systems base approaches, group therapy, and expressive arts.
(720) 712-1374 View (720) 712-1374
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Dr. Tim Ridley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Aurora, CO 80016
Need help with anxiety, depression or relationship issues? I am an experienced therapist near Southlands Mall, in Southeast Aurora. I have recently expanded the practice and have some openings available now. I bring my experience to the process including a marriage of 30+ years, being a parent, coach, and tutor. I offer PhD services to the Southeast area at reasonable fees.
Need help with anxiety, depression or relationship issues? I am an experienced therapist near Southlands Mall, in Southeast Aurora. I have recently expanded the practice and have some openings available now. I bring my experience to the process including a marriage of 30+ years, being a parent, coach, and tutor. I offer PhD services to the Southeast area at reasonable fees.
(720) 806-6522 View (720) 806-6522
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Diane Lindsay
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Aurora, CO 80014
adolescents, family therapy, marital, couples, trauma and behavioral.
I have over 30 years of experience working with adults, adolescents , families and couples . Through these years I have learned that therapy is a journey that we will take. I can guide you but you will choose what path you will ultimately take. I have worked with a variety of people from different backgrounds, ages and cultures. I will meet you where you are in your life now and we will work to move forward in your life. I am a very genuine and down to earth person.
adolescents, family therapy, marital, couples, trauma and behavioral.
I have over 30 years of experience working with adults, adolescents , families and couples . Through these years I have learned that therapy is a journey that we will take. I can guide you but you will choose what path you will ultimately take. I have worked with a variety of people from different backgrounds, ages and cultures. I will meet you where you are in your life now and we will work to move forward in your life. I am a very genuine and down to earth person.
(720) 442-7362 View (720) 442-7362
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Westside Behavioral Care
Psychologist, PsyD, LPC, LCSW
Verified Verified
Aurora, CO 80012
Westside Behavioral Care can help you find a therapist who is just right for you or your family. Our qualified and compassionate counselors provide outstanding mental health services in-person and online across the entire Greater Denver Area. For an appointment, please call 303-986-4197 to speak with our receptionist M-F 8:30am-5pm. Alternatively, our website allows you to self-schedule with one of our multi-award-winning therapists 24/7. Our network includes licensed psychologists, clinical social workers, professional counselors, marriage and family therapists, couples counselors, and certified alcohol and drug counselors.
Westside Behavioral Care can help you find a therapist who is just right for you or your family. Our qualified and compassionate counselors provide outstanding mental health services in-person and online across the entire Greater Denver Area. For an appointment, please call 303-986-4197 to speak with our receptionist M-F 8:30am-5pm. Alternatively, our website allows you to self-schedule with one of our multi-award-winning therapists 24/7. Our network includes licensed psychologists, clinical social workers, professional counselors, marriage and family therapists, couples counselors, and certified alcohol and drug counselors.
(720) 513-3141 View (720) 513-3141
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Hishara Jansz
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Aurora, CO 80012
Hishara is a licensed Marriage and Family therapist who works with children, adolescents, adults, families and couples from diverse cultures. She uses a holistic, client-centered, cultural-oriented and strength-based perspective in her work. Hishara will also engage in animal assisted therapy with her "official" side-kick Lava, when it is therapeutically appropriate. She treats a wide range of individual and relational issues, meets people where they're at in their journey towards healing and works within their reality to help them recognize and build on their own strengths to face and overcome challenges.
Hishara is a licensed Marriage and Family therapist who works with children, adolescents, adults, families and couples from diverse cultures. She uses a holistic, client-centered, cultural-oriented and strength-based perspective in her work. Hishara will also engage in animal assisted therapy with her "official" side-kick Lava, when it is therapeutically appropriate. She treats a wide range of individual and relational issues, meets people where they're at in their journey towards healing and works within their reality to help them recognize and build on their own strengths to face and overcome challenges.
(720) 386-4714 View (720) 386-4714
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Center for Resilience Strategies
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Aurora, CO 80014
Stressed? Anxious? Unresolved trauma? Grief from loss? Relationship issues? Low self-esteem? We're here to help you make big changes in your life. CRS provides accessible, affordable, and effective mental health services for Coloradans. With offices in Denver, Aurora, Westminster, and Wheat Ridge, CRS provides individual counseling for teens and adults, play therapy, couple and marital therapy, and family therapy. We work with multiple insurance companies and offer income-based fees for services, all provided in a private practice clinic setting or via telehealth.
Stressed? Anxious? Unresolved trauma? Grief from loss? Relationship issues? Low self-esteem? We're here to help you make big changes in your life. CRS provides accessible, affordable, and effective mental health services for Coloradans. With offices in Denver, Aurora, Westminster, and Wheat Ridge, CRS provides individual counseling for teens and adults, play therapy, couple and marital therapy, and family therapy. We work with multiple insurance companies and offer income-based fees for services, all provided in a private practice clinic setting or via telehealth.
(720) 734-7069 View (720) 734-7069
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Carmen Greggs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Aurora, CO 80014
I work and specialize in bringing healing to people suffering from, depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, relational/marital stress, family issues, life transitions, and addiction.
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.
I work and specialize in bringing healing to people suffering from, depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, relational/marital stress, family issues, life transitions, and addiction.
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.
(970) 514-5843 View (970) 514-5843
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Higher Sights Counseling (Therapy Emdr Medication Management)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LPC, LAC, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Aurora, CO 80015
Our counselors specialize in marital counseling, anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, family and other relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, and addiction/substance abuse.
Accepting New Clients NOW! Immediate openings! At Higher Sights Counseling we understand that being stuck and feeling like everything you have tried has left you hopeless is one of the most painful experiences. We help our clients feel empowered by helping them to see their own strengths and by teaching them new research-based tools to help focus and guide them for lasting change. We believe that therapy is a starting point to healing and changing patterns that have not been working. We work to help each unique client develop a new way to feel confident in approaching life matter what comes their way. A better life starts today.
Our counselors specialize in marital counseling, anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, family and other relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, and addiction/substance abuse.
Accepting New Clients NOW! Immediate openings! At Higher Sights Counseling we understand that being stuck and feeling like everything you have tried has left you hopeless is one of the most painful experiences. We help our clients feel empowered by helping them to see their own strengths and by teaching them new research-based tools to help focus and guide them for lasting change. We believe that therapy is a starting point to healing and changing patterns that have not been working. We work to help each unique client develop a new way to feel confident in approaching life matter what comes their way. A better life starts today.
(303) 952-1463 View (303) 952-1463
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For Love, Happiness, & Success
Psychologist, PhD, LMFT, LP, BCC
Verified Verified
Aurora, CO 80010
If you're looking for an empowering partner to help you grow, repair your strong bond with your partner, heal your heart after a relationship loss, or get clarity and direction about yourself and your life... we should talk! I'm Dr. Lisa, a psychologist, a marriage and family therapist, and a board-certified coach specializing in growth, love, happiness, and success for individuals and couples. My approach helps you uncover your strengths and values, reveals hidden obstacles, and links new insights to positive action, ensuring that our work together is meaningful, productive, and moves you forward.
If you're looking for an empowering partner to help you grow, repair your strong bond with your partner, heal your heart after a relationship loss, or get clarity and direction about yourself and your life... we should talk! I'm Dr. Lisa, a psychologist, a marriage and family therapist, and a board-certified coach specializing in growth, love, happiness, and success for individuals and couples. My approach helps you uncover your strengths and values, reveals hidden obstacles, and links new insights to positive action, ensuring that our work together is meaningful, productive, and moves you forward.
(720) 606-4539 View (720) 606-4539
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Randi Smith
Psychologist, LCSW, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Aurora, CO 80017
My areas of special training and expertise include: marital and couples therapy; resolution of conflict and other relationship difficulties; mood and anxiety disorders; sex and sexuality; infertility; stress management; adjustment to major life transitions; professional ethics and supervision.
Clients who benefit most from working with me are interested in gaining self-awareness, improving interpersonal relationships, and enhancing how they experience life. Therapy with me often focuses on understanding emotional patterns and developing new coping strategies. While therapeutic work is often aimed at resolving a current crisis, many clients find that linking current issues to past experiences is helpful in promoting personal growth rather than just fixing a situation.
My areas of special training and expertise include: marital and couples therapy; resolution of conflict and other relationship difficulties; mood and anxiety disorders; sex and sexuality; infertility; stress management; adjustment to major life transitions; professional ethics and supervision.
Clients who benefit most from working with me are interested in gaining self-awareness, improving interpersonal relationships, and enhancing how they experience life. Therapy with me often focuses on understanding emotional patterns and developing new coping strategies. While therapeutic work is often aimed at resolving a current crisis, many clients find that linking current issues to past experiences is helpful in promoting personal growth rather than just fixing a situation.
(303) 835-7062 View (303) 835-7062
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Elevated Counseling & Wellness, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Aurora, CO 80010
Providing individual psychotherapy and counseling services, as well as group therapy, couples therapy, family therapy and therapy for kids and teens. Beginning with a foundation in men's mental health and advocacy, we've grown to provide therapy for all genders, orientations and walks of life! Whether you're looking for community in a men's group, couples counseling to save your marriage or individual therapy to address long standing childhood traumas, we can help!
Providing individual psychotherapy and counseling services, as well as group therapy, couples therapy, family therapy and therapy for kids and teens. Beginning with a foundation in men's mental health and advocacy, we've grown to provide therapy for all genders, orientations and walks of life! Whether you're looking for community in a men's group, couples counseling to save your marriage or individual therapy to address long standing childhood traumas, we can help!
(877) 792-6513 View (877) 792-6513
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Susan Heitler
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Aurora, CO 80010
The free podcasts offering self-help for depression, anxiety and marital conflict resolution that I have posted on my TherapyHelp.
If you have been feeling down, nervous, too often angry, or stuck in relationship difficulties, I can help you. My treatment strategies help clients overcome their problems effectively and efficiently. In addition, I can coach you in skills that will help you to prevent similar emotional distress in the future.
The free podcasts offering self-help for depression, anxiety and marital conflict resolution that I have posted on my TherapyHelp.
If you have been feeling down, nervous, too often angry, or stuck in relationship difficulties, I can help you. My treatment strategies help clients overcome their problems effectively and efficiently. In addition, I can coach you in skills that will help you to prevent similar emotional distress in the future.
(720) 358-2830 View (720) 358-2830
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Thomas Bender, L.P.C.
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Aurora, CO 80015
Along with my 26 years of experience in the counselling field, I have 13 years of marriage and parenthood from which to draw.
Many of us are searching for greater meaning and purpose in our lives. Often we look outside ourselves for answers instead of towards our own resilient hearts. For 26 years I've worked with couples and individuals seeking more fulfillment in their lives and relationships. Whatever the challenge you are facing, there is a way through. This is your time for happiness and to become the person you are meant to be.
Along with my 26 years of experience in the counselling field, I have 13 years of marriage and parenthood from which to draw.
Many of us are searching for greater meaning and purpose in our lives. Often we look outside ourselves for answers instead of towards our own resilient hearts. For 26 years I've worked with couples and individuals seeking more fulfillment in their lives and relationships. Whatever the challenge you are facing, there is a way through. This is your time for happiness and to become the person you are meant to be.
(505) 681-1140 View (505) 681-1140
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Melanie Hart
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Aurora, CO 80016
Additionally, I have training and experience helping clients achieve more meaningful marriage and parenting relationships, addressing military family life issues, and exploring gender and sexual identity.
Please Visit: www.healthysoulcounseling.com to schedule your free initial 30 minute consultation - Melanie Hart is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Colorado and Christian Counselor who serves individuals and couples using an attachment frame and integrates Biblical truth to help clients find healing and victory in their lives. Trained in EMDR, EFT, AEDP, Attachment Science, Schema, DBT, CBT and other modalities. In-person or online sessions available.
Additionally, I have training and experience helping clients achieve more meaningful marriage and parenting relationships, addressing military family life issues, and exploring gender and sexual identity.
Please Visit: www.healthysoulcounseling.com to schedule your free initial 30 minute consultation - Melanie Hart is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Colorado and Christian Counselor who serves individuals and couples using an attachment frame and integrates Biblical truth to help clients find healing and victory in their lives. Trained in EMDR, EFT, AEDP, Attachment Science, Schema, DBT, CBT and other modalities. In-person or online sessions available.
(720) 734-7737 View (720) 734-7737
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Halley Jaynes-Fournier
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Aurora, CO 80015  (Online Only)
Marriage and relationships are difficult - and anyone that tells you otherwise is lying. It takes work to be present with each other in the easiest times, and is often a struggle when things are difficult. As a client-focused therapist, my goal is to help individuals and couples delve into the yuck and work together to make sense of the chaos that we are experiencing. Often times the chaos and noise combines to create a feeling of distance in a relationship - leaving what was once a partnership feeling more like roommates. I aspire to help couples overcome the obstacles, and move forward in a way that feels safe and healthy.
Marriage and relationships are difficult - and anyone that tells you otherwise is lying. It takes work to be present with each other in the easiest times, and is often a struggle when things are difficult. As a client-focused therapist, my goal is to help individuals and couples delve into the yuck and work together to make sense of the chaos that we are experiencing. Often times the chaos and noise combines to create a feeling of distance in a relationship - leaving what was once a partnership feeling more like roommates. I aspire to help couples overcome the obstacles, and move forward in a way that feels safe and healthy.
(816) 656-8595 View (816) 656-8595
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Rada Knox
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Aurora, CO 80010  (Online Only)
Rada McKinnon, MA, LPC, specializes in individual therapy, marriage and family therapy, and remains trauma informed.
Genesing, meaning healing, is here to therapeutically serve you and your family, offering services via telehealth in Colorado. Genesing Counseling & Wellness Services is focused on diversely creating a place for you and your loved ones to process, grow, and develop deeper meaning through gaining understanding. We believe that you deserve therapy and wellness services with the intent to heal, as well as gain clarity.
Rada McKinnon, MA, LPC, specializes in individual therapy, marriage and family therapy, and remains trauma informed.
Genesing, meaning healing, is here to therapeutically serve you and your family, offering services via telehealth in Colorado. Genesing Counseling & Wellness Services is focused on diversely creating a place for you and your loved ones to process, grow, and develop deeper meaning through gaining understanding. We believe that you deserve therapy and wellness services with the intent to heal, as well as gain clarity.
(970) 699-4109 View (970) 699-4109
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Sahara M Omar
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Aurora, CO 80014
Waitlist for new clients
Navigating marriage and relationships can pose significant challenges. I assist clients across various facets of their lives, including conflict management, financial concerns, commitment issues, sex therapy, communication problems, and navigating divorce. Even if your marriage seems strained, seeking professional guidance can provide you with the necessary tools to cultivate joy within your relationship. The prospect of divorce can leave one feeling directionless, without closure or support. I offer assistance in transitioning towards a brighter future, as there's always more to life beyond this single experience.
Navigating marriage and relationships can pose significant challenges. I assist clients across various facets of their lives, including conflict management, financial concerns, commitment issues, sex therapy, communication problems, and navigating divorce. Even if your marriage seems strained, seeking professional guidance can provide you with the necessary tools to cultivate joy within your relationship. The prospect of divorce can leave one feeling directionless, without closure or support. I offer assistance in transitioning towards a brighter future, as there's always more to life beyond this single experience.
(719) 694-0358 View (719) 694-0358

Marriage Counseling Therapists

How does marriage counseling work?

Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.

How long does marriage counseling typically last?

Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.

Is marriage counseling effective?

Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.

Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?

Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.