Therapists in Fort Collins, CO

Have you ever thought to yourself - "I freeze every time I have to perform". "My nerves always get the best of me". "I need someone to talk to, but I don't want to burden anyone". "I feel sad but I'm not sure why". "I'll never be good enough". Do you relate to any of these statements? You are worthy of a better life and together we can get there.

“Courage starts with showing up and letting ourselves be seen.” -Brene Brown- Life oftentimes feels so overwhelming and is accompanied by emotions that can be confusing and feel out of control. Thankfully, we don’t have to face the storms of life alone. I believe that connection with others and with ourselves is one of the most core components of the healing journey. I consider it a great honor to walk alongside those willing to share their stories, no matter how messy it may seem.

I enjoy working with clients who need some life direction, who want to overcome past issues and stop repeating negative patterns. My goal is to help you attain your highest and best in all the following aspects of your life: Social, Physical, Intellectual, Career, Emotional and Spiritual. We all deal with many challenges / hardships and all deserve a confidant, counselor and coach to help us overcome and thrive! As such, I employ many evidenced based therapeutic techniques, including EMDR.

I believe there is no “one size fits all” when it comes to therapy because every person is unique with diverse needs. Whether I'm working with you to address trauma, relational conflict, life transitions, spirituality or everything in between, I approach therapy through a holistic process that encompasses my client’s whole self. I strive to create a safe space that encourages honesty and offers a rewarding experience. Clients should know that they are moving forward and experiencing positive change. I equip my clients with skills to empower them to problem solve, build confidence, and overcome their barriers.

Currently accepting new clients. How are you doing? It is okay to ask for help when you are struggling. Feeling isolated, disillusioned, disappointed. Maybe you’re finding it is hard to make decisions and you don’t want to get out of bed. This life wasn’t meant to be one of drudgery.

Living in a state of mind with revolving thoughts of sadness, fear, trauma, or even grief can make it extremely difficult to have hope for any circumstance. Happiness can start to feel like a façade. Day to day activities start to feel meaningless, and motivation for anything seems like it’s disintegrating. I would like to guide you out of the darkness to a space where you can grow. You are not meant to live in the shadows. I am here to help you cultivate a mental environment capable of prosperity. There is power in who you are, and we can embark on this journey together. I encourage you to reach out to me today!

Do you often feel anxious, disconnected, depressed, or burned out? Maybe you're struggling to function in daily life, and responding to triggers with helpful coping skills. I help highly sensitive, creative, and compassionate people like you get “unstuck” by harnessing their inner resources, processing trauma, and reconnecting to the empowerment of personal values, authenticity, and compassion.

Have you ever felt like past trauma, negative experiences, addictions, or anxiety rule your life? Do you wish you could experience serenity even through the hard times? Perhaps you are feeling unhappy, frustrated, worried, confused, or empty. Perhaps you feel lost, worthless, or without purpose. If any of these descriptions sounds familiar, I am here for you. I use client focused DBT and trauma informed therapy in a safe and welcoming space. I believe that it is important to learn how to build ourselves up from the inside, working on our esteem and self-worth.

You are not alone, sister... Though you do your best to get up, get dressed (yoga pants count, ladies!) and smile while you uphold all your roles/responsibilities, you are actually living an anxious, panicked, stressed, overwhelmed and depressed life (or your daughter is). Your best version of YOU is locked away - longing. While you hope one day you'll just feel better, in the meantime you find yourself in the same place: struggling, anxious, frustrated, exhausted, detached, fearful, isolated, unsettled, desperate. I don't want you to settle for living this way any longer; there is hope and this does not have to be your "normal."

On the other side of worry, fear, and panic are calm, curiosity, and confidence. Yes, there is a way out of anxiety, and this is your first step. I see your courageous effort to reach out and ask for help. That courage is a strength. Go with that! The next step is to engage. I provide a calm, safe place to process your worries. Teach you skills that transform panic into peace. And encourage your strengths to help you overcome your anxieties. I see you as a unique human being of value and worth. Through active listening, I build a strong relationship that supports the work you are doing. I am with you all the way.

I approach my counseling from a Christian foundation, believing that we are all created in the image of God and inherently valued. I welcome all clients regardless of their spiritual beliefs and am committed to their unique growth and healing path. I believe in the importance of a holistic “whole person” approach. Because recovery, healing, and growth can happen in many ways for each client, I believe an integrated approach works best for most people.

Harmony Arts Counseling is a mobile/ in-home art therapy practice for caregivers and people living with medical conditions. Most therapists have little to no knowledge of the medical field or the symptoms you may be experiencing; and virtually none of them have enough flexibility to meet in-person outside their office. However, being both a nurse and an art therapist, helping people cope emotionally with a physical ailment is my specialty. Also, I believe the ability to physically make it to an office should not determine if a person can receive therapy.

Have you ever thought of your Entire Life as being a web of relationships? I do. I see your life as having 4 Key Areas of Relationship: 1) With your SELF, 2) With OTHERS, 3) With local Community and the World, 4) And possibly, With Substances, or other Vices. When any 1 or more of these is stressful or out of balance, symptoms occur or worsen. Uncomfortable feelings of transition/change, anxiety, depression, grief, loss, internal or external conflict, feeling hopeless or stuck or angry, or alone, without support or solutions. The list goes on. It is my Mission to help you to feel rapid relief and to facilitate healing/change.

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We are all human and we all have feelings. Many times, those feelings affect the thoughts we experience and thus affect our lifestyle, our relationships, our loved ones, our jobs, our opportunities, and so much more. The feelings and thoughts begin from the stressors we encounter, the unexpected situations that arise, the memories we have experienced, and then suddenly we are at a loss of how to move forward in making life decisions.

Life is hard. You might be struggling with depression, anxiety, relationships, PTSD or just the everyday life stressors of maintaining a work life balance. I'm here not only to offer you hope, but I can teach you how to tap into your own ability to heal. We are all born with a core essence of goodness; our true Self. When we learn how to nurture our innate qualities of compassion, confidence, clarity, curiosity, courage, creativity, connectedness and calm, it is then when we can truly heal. You may have lost some of these qualities of Self along the way, but I can help you rediscover them through my client centered approach.

At one point, I stopped thinking that life was going to get any easier. Maybe you have too. Let's navigate through your disappointments, anxieties, and insecurities together. I want you to feel known and supported as we strive towards greater self-awareness, an increased capacity to love, to work, and to live with wellness and fullness. I specialize in trauma, women's issues, and faith-based counseling. But most importantly, I specialize in meeting you where you're at with the needs you have.

Regardless of where you find yourself, you deserve to feel supported, understood, and heard. Life brings us so many seasons. Some seasons can be challenging, making us question our purpose and worth. Other seasons feel permanent, leaving us feeling stuck and hopeless. Or maybe we experience a change, forcing us to shift and transition. My desire is to meet you exactly where you are, no matter the season you find yourself in. I hope to walk with you towards a place of growth as you realize your strengths and self-worth.

Life can be complicated for different reasons. Sometimes more support can help. At any age, life can be overwhelming, negative behaviors can persist, relationships trapped in hurtful patterns, or inner worlds caught in negative thinking which stretch our coping, and cause stress. In all this WE WANT TO FEEL BETTER! Counseling offers a private, confidential space to get help. It is an honor to listen and join in your life story. I work with adults/couples/families/teens and children, listening to your goals to bring balance, health, wellness, peace and more happiness.