Therapists in Colorado Springs, CO

I invite you to take the next step in your unique journey toward wholeness and healing. I believe that coming in for therapy is a sign of hope and empowerment. My general approach is to begin by working with you to create a safe space in which we discover how best to meet your goals at a pace that works for you. I am interested in uncovering the patterns in your life, helping you develop a deeper awareness of who you are, and working with you to become more effective and create a meaningful life that brings you happiness.

I specialize in helping couples heal their relationships and experience love and belonging again. I am trained in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT) and integrate my training in trauma and brain-based neurological issues. I use scientifically-based methods in both couples and individual sessions. This results in marriages, blended families, couples, and individuals transforming their relationships with others and becoming the best versions of themselves.

I have deep passion for helping individuals on their journey to healing, I specialize in working with those who are motivated to overcome complex trauma, anxiety, mood disorders, and personality disorders. I believe in the power of experiential therapy and the transformational potential of Narrative therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and ADEP (Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy). These therapeutic approaches form the cornerstone of our practice, guiding my clients toward a more profound understanding of their inner worlds and the narratives that shape their lives.

Hello! I am client-centered in my approach, and I believe that treatment should be tailored to the individual client's needs, strengths, and goals. I have training in multiple theoretical approaches, and am dedicated to helping clients heal from past traumas, rebuild their confidence and self-worth, and find meaning in their lives. I believe that although seeking therapeutic help can be intimidating, when we work together to create meaningful change, we can achieve increased life satisfaction and happiness.

For most of us, living a life without pain and suffering is the ultimate goal. Oftentimes, we try to change or control everything in our external environment to find peace and happiness within ourselves. We may change jobs, move to a new city, or seek out new relationships – only to find that our pain and suffering still exist. As a result, we feel hopeless or powerless over our lives and may resort to destructive behavioral patterns to cope with our emotions. Over time, we may realize that – no matter where we go, or what we do – we are always left facing ourselves.

Hello! I moved to Colorado 7 years ago from the upper Midwest. I am proud to say I have an eclectic experience when it comes to counseling. I started off as a postgraduate career counselor then moved on to school counseling (elementary and high school) then therapy with both parolees and inmates in one of the state prisons. From there I have put a focus on working with clients and couples who suffer from depression, anxiety, personality disorders, gender identity, and concerns related to intimacy and sex.

Gabbie (she/her) believes that one of the most powerful aspects of therapy is developing and nurturing a therapeutic relationship in which you feel safe expressing who you are with total authenticity, and without fear of judgment. Taking that step into vulnerability can feel scary and unsettling, and Gabbie is grateful for the opportunity to join you in this courageous journey towards self-discovery and self-acceptance. Gabbie will meet you where you’re at with warmth and utilize meaningful research and evidence-based practices to give you skills to identify and overcome your obstacles.

The Community Counseling Center at Colorado Christian University offers evidence-based professional counseling to individuals and families struggling with an array of mental health problems. Our staff of highly trained master’s-level and doctoral-level clinicians have extensive experience integrating faith-based principles into ethical clinical mental health treatment. We provide treatment for: trauma, veteran-specific issues, adolescent behavioral and emotional issues, marriage and family related issues, substance abuse, mood disorders, personality disorders, and other general mental health issues.

Accepting new clients! I am committed to helping adults overcome depression, anxiety, and ADHD, while guiding them through the process of coping with stressors that present during difficult life transitions. The rapid and numerous changes of life can often feel overwhelming. Whether it's interpersonal relationship difficulties, emotion regulation problems, or career challenges, I can help you build the necessary skills to make it through turbulent times.

Do you feel stuck in your life? Do you feel that your emotions often control you? I look forward to helping you work through these emotions to improve relationships and to live a more fulfilling enjoyable life. I approach my clients with warmth, authenticity, and understanding in a safe non-judgmental environment. I use evidence-based treatments to achieve immediate results and long-term recovery.

I am a licensed clinical social worker with 23 years of experience working with individuals, couples, families, children, and teens. I utilize cognitive skills(CBT), dialectical behavior skills (DBT), mindfulness practices (MCBT), and other interpersonal therapy skills to help clients develop strategies to better regulate emotions, tolerate and work through emotional distress, confront and change faulty thinking patterns, develop more functional boundaries and communication patterns to have more effective relationships, and work through loss, abuse, and other traumas by increasing their coping strategies.

Sometimes overwhelming and painful experiences from our past have a negative impact on our present. This can look like: BIG emotions in response to daily stressors Depression that just isn’t lifting Panic & anxiety that hinders your performance, sleep, & wellbeing. Be it coping with a cancer diagnosis, the aftermath of narcissistic abuse and co-dependency, healing from sexual assault, or dealing with the repercussions of a car accident - these life experiences can profoundly affect us. So often, it's a series of accumulating events that lead to chronic stress, overwhelming our current capacity to manage and cope.

I have learned the importance of blending evidence-based care with a unique individualized approach tailored to the needs and desires of the individual; therefore, I practice a multi-modal approach that mixes neuroscience and psychology. I have served underprivileged communities, worked with survivors and perpetrators of sexual and gender violence and have specialized training working with addictions, and promoting mind-body wellness.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, with over 20 years of experience working with individuals and couples. My goal is to provide clients with a safe and collaborative relationship in which they can heal and grow. I enjoy helping people gain insight into current patterns of thinking, behaving and relating, so they can make the choices and changes necessary for a fulfilling life. Therapy can happen on so many levels, depending on your goals. Whether you are needing support, a sounding board, or deeper trauma resolution, I am here to navigate that with you.

“No need to be ashamed of tears, for tears bore witness that a man had the greatest of courage, the courage to suffer” – Viktor Frankl. Sometimes we hide our pain or get stuck on the how of life; however, starting counseling is a courageous act on the path to finding the why. My why is to help the community that I grew up in with genuine compassion for each person who is struggling. People have always felt comfortable opening up to me, and I always find ways to help my community. Also, being a Colorado Springs native, I have always loved the outdoors and exploring its beauty.

Is life what you thought it would be like, how it was “supposed to” be? Are you doing what you know you are supposed to, what you have been told is expected of you, yet your world is not improving? You still have choices, and you can make change happen. Often, our behaviors that interfere with achieving the life you deserve have protected your well-being or your relationship for many years. Whether it is trauma saturation, professional boundaries, intimacy avoidance, or unwanted addictive behaviors, you no longer have to react alone but can now respond with someone beside you.

You have within you an amazing ability to transcend pain and fear, even if you haven't yet discovered it. With effort and commitment, you can free that ability to heal wounds and increase resilience. Self-esteem can grow as you better understand why you do what you do. Learning to identify, understand, and manage emotions - including anger and anxiety - allows you to become a better friend to yourself and others. As relationship patterns become clearer, the potential to change them for the better can grow. On my website are reviews by clients and more about my experience and philosophy.

I offer individuals the opportunity to experience emotional wellness and personal growth in a safe and supportive environment. My goal is to help individuals seeking a better understanding of themselves, improve symptoms of depression or anxiety, aid in the development of new healthy stress management techniques, increase self-awareness and develop a true sense of self-worth. Inner Harmony is a non-judge mental space for those motivated for interpersonal wellness. I have an eclectic approach to therapy and include whole person wellness, Art expression, education on Nutritions impact on our mental and emotional wellness and more.

I enjoy sitting with and listening to military/veteran, couples, divorcees, men and adolescent boys. I have a particular passion for those walking through struggles in their faith. If this sounds like you and your struggles, please feel free to reach out. I would love to connect with you.