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Zee McLeod
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80218
I have been trained in traditional psychodynamic therapy as well as cognitive-behavioral approach.
I will offer each new client a free initial consultation. My philosophy from working as a psychologist for over 25 years is that the relationship and trust between a client and therapist is an extremely important part of the healing process. You will find that I am a very good listener. My clients describe me as warm, compassionate, clear, caring, experienced and they have found our work together extremely helpful in their lives. I work Saturdays and Thursday (later afternoon and evening).
I have been trained in traditional psychodynamic therapy as well as cognitive-behavioral approach.
I will offer each new client a free initial consultation. My philosophy from working as a psychologist for over 25 years is that the relationship and trust between a client and therapist is an extremely important part of the healing process. You will find that I am a very good listener. My clients describe me as warm, compassionate, clear, caring, experienced and they have found our work together extremely helpful in their lives. I work Saturdays and Thursday (later afternoon and evening).
(720) 336-4842 View (720) 336-4842
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Alex Zobel
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80218  (Online Only)
I offer a dynamic approach to psychotherapy. I specialize in working with anxiety, depression and life transitions. I incorporate practices that work with balancing the nervous system through a psychodynamic approach incorporating Gestalt therapy, EMDR, Synergetic Play Therapy, art, somatic practices and neuroscience among other modalities. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate in the state of Colorado (LPCC).
I offer a dynamic approach to psychotherapy. I specialize in working with anxiety, depression and life transitions. I incorporate practices that work with balancing the nervous system through a psychodynamic approach incorporating Gestalt therapy, EMDR, Synergetic Play Therapy, art, somatic practices and neuroscience among other modalities. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate in the state of Colorado (LPCC).
(720) 928-5923 View (720) 928-5923
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Lauren Pollema
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80218
My therapeutic background draws from Adlerian Therapy, Psychodynamic, and Internal Family Systems (IFS) approaches.
Hi there! I'm the owner of Pollema Counseling Center, and I'm dedicated to fostering healing and promoting a culture of health and well-being in our community. I approach my work with compassion, intentionality, and directness. I believe people come to therapy to be challenged and encouraged to make change. I aim to create a secure therapeutic space for you to address challenges and promote mental health. I am a big advocate for therapy homework and often collaborate with my clients on unique ways to implement their therapeutic work.
My therapeutic background draws from Adlerian Therapy, Psychodynamic, and Internal Family Systems (IFS) approaches.
Hi there! I'm the owner of Pollema Counseling Center, and I'm dedicated to fostering healing and promoting a culture of health and well-being in our community. I approach my work with compassion, intentionality, and directness. I believe people come to therapy to be challenged and encouraged to make change. I aim to create a secure therapeutic space for you to address challenges and promote mental health. I am a big advocate for therapy homework and often collaborate with my clients on unique ways to implement their therapeutic work.
(720) 868-9597 View (720) 868-9597
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Veronica Beer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80218
Whether you’ve experienced complex trauma, are worried that your issues aren’t “big enough”, or fall somewhere in between, therapy is for you. I use a strengths based, trauma-informed, psychodynamic approach to help you become conscious of the patterns and cycles that are impacting your life. I am committed to exploring the fit of each therapeutic relationship and approach as it connects to your process and goals, and trusting you as the expert of your experience.
Whether you’ve experienced complex trauma, are worried that your issues aren’t “big enough”, or fall somewhere in between, therapy is for you. I use a strengths based, trauma-informed, psychodynamic approach to help you become conscious of the patterns and cycles that are impacting your life. I am committed to exploring the fit of each therapeutic relationship and approach as it connects to your process and goals, and trusting you as the expert of your experience.
(720) 637-2394 View (720) 637-2394
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Amanda Snyder
Pre-Licensed Professional, LPCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80218
Using Psychodynamic, EMDR, and Trauma Informed Therapy, I will guide you toward transformative healing.
Hi there, I'm Amanda! I'm happy you're here and am excited to tell you what therapy with me looks like. Some key takeaways of my therapeutic style are that I offer direct feedback, express my empathy, and uncover the root of client’s issues to guide them toward transformative healing. Clients explain my therapeutic style as disarming, trusting that my direct feedback comes from a place of compassion. I’m passionate about uncovering the root of the client’s issues, believing that therapy is most beneficial when I can develop a secure relationship with my clients and empower them to grow.
Using Psychodynamic, EMDR, and Trauma Informed Therapy, I will guide you toward transformative healing.
Hi there, I'm Amanda! I'm happy you're here and am excited to tell you what therapy with me looks like. Some key takeaways of my therapeutic style are that I offer direct feedback, express my empathy, and uncover the root of client’s issues to guide them toward transformative healing. Clients explain my therapeutic style as disarming, trusting that my direct feedback comes from a place of compassion. I’m passionate about uncovering the root of the client’s issues, believing that therapy is most beneficial when I can develop a secure relationship with my clients and empower them to grow.
(720) 782-8816 View (720) 782-8816
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Michael Allen Webb
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80218
I use a relational, psychodynamic model that is best suited for adolescents and adults, and I have experience working with families and couples.
There's a difference between wandering around in the past and purposefully connecting what we've been through to our current situations. If you are looking for someone to help connect what you've been through to what you are going through now, and to identify new ways to shape your future, then I am here to help. Whether we are discussing relationship patterns, past trauma, mood disturbances or otherwise, we can work together to identify what you expect from yourself and others, and how you respond to those expectations. We will figure out how and where new expectations and ways of meeting the world will reshape your life.
I use a relational, psychodynamic model that is best suited for adolescents and adults, and I have experience working with families and couples.
There's a difference between wandering around in the past and purposefully connecting what we've been through to our current situations. If you are looking for someone to help connect what you've been through to what you are going through now, and to identify new ways to shape your future, then I am here to help. Whether we are discussing relationship patterns, past trauma, mood disturbances or otherwise, we can work together to identify what you expect from yourself and others, and how you respond to those expectations. We will figure out how and where new expectations and ways of meeting the world will reshape your life.
(303) 622-3417 View (303) 622-3417
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Madeline Huzenis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR-T
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80218
I employ an eclectic mix of therapeutic modalities in my practice, including EMDR, DBT, CBT, and psychodynamic interventions.
Welcome! I'm so glad you're here. My name is Maddie and I'm an EMDR Trained therapist committed to helping teens and adults gain greater insight and understanding into themselves and the issues they seek to address. I utilize a strengths-based, person-centered approach in my practice, empathically holding space for clients to explore, grow, and self-actualize. I believe in helping individuals cultivate greater resilience through self-compassion and vulnerability so that they can feel empowered to lead their most authentic and purpose-driven lives.
I employ an eclectic mix of therapeutic modalities in my practice, including EMDR, DBT, CBT, and psychodynamic interventions.
Welcome! I'm so glad you're here. My name is Maddie and I'm an EMDR Trained therapist committed to helping teens and adults gain greater insight and understanding into themselves and the issues they seek to address. I utilize a strengths-based, person-centered approach in my practice, empathically holding space for clients to explore, grow, and self-actualize. I believe in helping individuals cultivate greater resilience through self-compassion and vulnerability so that they can feel empowered to lead their most authentic and purpose-driven lives.
(720) 225-0459 View (720) 225-0459
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Juliana Vergaray
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80218
As a mental health provider nearing 20 years of experience, I know these initial steps seeking support can be tense and uncomfortable. Rest easy knowing that when we meet for your initial session, you will enter a safe space you can relax into, free of judgement. We are all unique beings– I seek to ensure my clients are fully seen and understood. Along with traditional psychotherapy approaches (psychodynamic, evidence-based and somatic therapies), I am also offering psychedelic assisted psychotherapy (ketamine assisted therapy), integration consultation, and psychedelic harm reduction care at my downtown Denver office suite.
As a mental health provider nearing 20 years of experience, I know these initial steps seeking support can be tense and uncomfortable. Rest easy knowing that when we meet for your initial session, you will enter a safe space you can relax into, free of judgement. We are all unique beings– I seek to ensure my clients are fully seen and understood. Along with traditional psychotherapy approaches (psychodynamic, evidence-based and somatic therapies), I am also offering psychedelic assisted psychotherapy (ketamine assisted therapy), integration consultation, and psychedelic harm reduction care at my downtown Denver office suite.
(720) 702-9329 View (720) 702-9329
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Matt Meurer-Lynn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD(c), LCSW, LAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80218
Waitlist for new clients
The question I see on the face of almost every new client I meet is: Where do I even begin?! You likely have a complicated story to tell and need someone to help you untangle it, but WOW does that feel daunting. The foundation of my practice is relationally psychodynamic, which is a fancy way of saying I want to help you understand the patterns in your life, help bring to the surface unconscious motivations that have led to self-defeating behaviors, and help you understand how your relationships have affected how you experience trust, safety, and connection. I use humor and metaphor, and value building a strong therapeutic alliance.
The question I see on the face of almost every new client I meet is: Where do I even begin?! You likely have a complicated story to tell and need someone to help you untangle it, but WOW does that feel daunting. The foundation of my practice is relationally psychodynamic, which is a fancy way of saying I want to help you understand the patterns in your life, help bring to the surface unconscious motivations that have led to self-defeating behaviors, and help you understand how your relationships have affected how you experience trust, safety, and connection. I use humor and metaphor, and value building a strong therapeutic alliance.
(720) 782-8177 View (720) 782-8177
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Ashley Mull
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, LPCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80218
My primary therapeutic orientation is psychodynamic, which means that we will explore & examine the influences from your past that are impacting present-day relationships & behaviors.
I believe that therapy is a collaborative process. My approach is one of honesty & transparency. I will meet you with respect, kindness, & empathy, while also speaking openly & straightforwardly about our work together. I believe you are the expert on your own life & that I am merely a facilitator of healing and change.
My primary therapeutic orientation is psychodynamic, which means that we will explore & examine the influences from your past that are impacting present-day relationships & behaviors.
I believe that therapy is a collaborative process. My approach is one of honesty & transparency. I will meet you with respect, kindness, & empathy, while also speaking openly & straightforwardly about our work together. I believe you are the expert on your own life & that I am merely a facilitator of healing and change.
(720) 513-6869 View (720) 513-6869
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Jenna Noah
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80218
You have the power to heal, be free, live authentically, and lead a life full of love and unapologetic joy. Every obstacle you face is an opportunity towards that potential. Many of us expect to find the solution to our problems, our grief, and our dysfunctional relationships through the advice of a therapist. But the truth is the answers you seek are already within you. My role is to serve as a guide on your hero’s journey. I work with individuals, couples, and groups to develop an intimate trust to lean into what’s there and uncover the potential for healing and growth. Your power comes with how you relate to life.
You have the power to heal, be free, live authentically, and lead a life full of love and unapologetic joy. Every obstacle you face is an opportunity towards that potential. Many of us expect to find the solution to our problems, our grief, and our dysfunctional relationships through the advice of a therapist. But the truth is the answers you seek are already within you. My role is to serve as a guide on your hero’s journey. I work with individuals, couples, and groups to develop an intimate trust to lean into what’s there and uncover the potential for healing and growth. Your power comes with how you relate to life.
(720) 597-7315 View (720) 597-7315
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Abbey Person
LPC Intern
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80218
My desire to care for people and improve their quality of life, combined with my own healing journey, are what made me fall in love with counseling. I really believe that we are not meant to face life's challenges alone. Life can be overwhelming, leaving us feeling weary, uncertain, and stuck. But I believe that within every person is a wellspring of strength and resilience waiting to be discovered. Together, we can navigate the complexities of life, untangle the knots of trauma, anxiety, confusion, and hurt, and forge new paths toward freedom and wholeness.
My desire to care for people and improve their quality of life, combined with my own healing journey, are what made me fall in love with counseling. I really believe that we are not meant to face life's challenges alone. Life can be overwhelming, leaving us feeling weary, uncertain, and stuck. But I believe that within every person is a wellspring of strength and resilience waiting to be discovered. Together, we can navigate the complexities of life, untangle the knots of trauma, anxiety, confusion, and hurt, and forge new paths toward freedom and wholeness.
(720) 770-4221 View (720) 770-4221
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Brysen Bocchino
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80218  (Online Only)
I believe in a holistic approach to therapy, and I do my best to ensure that treatment is tailored specifically to each client. I do not follow a “one-size-fits-all” approach. As a therapist, I emphasize the therapeutic relationship between the client and therapist, as I think that this the foundation and key to successful therapy.
I believe in a holistic approach to therapy, and I do my best to ensure that treatment is tailored specifically to each client. I do not follow a “one-size-fits-all” approach. As a therapist, I emphasize the therapeutic relationship between the client and therapist, as I think that this the foundation and key to successful therapy.
(303) 625-6247 View (303) 625-6247
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Lia Burke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80218  (Online Only)
Hi, I’m Lia. I provide therapy that caters to the unique needs of creative people. You are a creative if you are often moved to bring something new into being from the material of your life. As creatives, we feel and think deeply, are attuned to others, and absorb a lot from the environment. We yearn to live authentically, but may suffer when our values and actions feel misaligned. This struggle may make us vulnerable to anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, social expectations, and/or perfectionism. While putting our creative selves out there may be exhilarating, it can also leave us feeling vulnerable, doubtful, or depleted.
Hi, I’m Lia. I provide therapy that caters to the unique needs of creative people. You are a creative if you are often moved to bring something new into being from the material of your life. As creatives, we feel and think deeply, are attuned to others, and absorb a lot from the environment. We yearn to live authentically, but may suffer when our values and actions feel misaligned. This struggle may make us vulnerable to anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, social expectations, and/or perfectionism. While putting our creative selves out there may be exhilarating, it can also leave us feeling vulnerable, doubtful, or depleted.
(303) 625-7471 View (303) 625-7471
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Nick Sayers
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80218
We all get stuck in ruts with relationships, our routines, and at work. Therapy is a space to find the strength to overcome the patterns you are tired of dealing with and reconnect with your values. I work with individuals, teens, couples, and any relationship arrangement. I typically start therapy by working through some of the more burdensome symptoms you are struggling with to give you some relief and tools immediately. From there, our work will get deeper and tackle changing long-standing patterns. If you are ready to work on yourself this way, I hope to hear from you.
We all get stuck in ruts with relationships, our routines, and at work. Therapy is a space to find the strength to overcome the patterns you are tired of dealing with and reconnect with your values. I work with individuals, teens, couples, and any relationship arrangement. I typically start therapy by working through some of the more burdensome symptoms you are struggling with to give you some relief and tools immediately. From there, our work will get deeper and tackle changing long-standing patterns. If you are ready to work on yourself this way, I hope to hear from you.
(720) 740-8160 View (720) 740-8160
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Samantha Camerino
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80218
Starting with a new therapist can feel stressful and overwhelming. I began Nomad Therapy Services with the intention of breaking down some of the traditional barriers to accessing support by creating an environment that is laid-back and unconventional. We can meet in the office or your home, the park or café, or we can do a ‘walk and talk’ – whatever feels right for you! The Nomad belief is that our environment impacts our ability to fully and meaningfully engage in the therapeutic process. And having a therapist who provides a non-judgmental space free of formal constraints can help meaningfully guide our healing and growth.
Starting with a new therapist can feel stressful and overwhelming. I began Nomad Therapy Services with the intention of breaking down some of the traditional barriers to accessing support by creating an environment that is laid-back and unconventional. We can meet in the office or your home, the park or café, or we can do a ‘walk and talk’ – whatever feels right for you! The Nomad belief is that our environment impacts our ability to fully and meaningfully engage in the therapeutic process. And having a therapist who provides a non-judgmental space free of formal constraints can help meaningfully guide our healing and growth.
(720) 706-1732 View (720) 706-1732
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Tracy Adams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80218
Are you an adult in California, Colorado or Florida looking for relief from your anxiety and grief? Maybe you are struggling with negative and ruminating thoughts, or poor self esteem and perhaps you know logically what is true but feel an emotional disconnect. If you believe that a past experience or trauma, something that was taught to you in your past, has disrupted what you know to be true, you are in the right place. If you are looking to do the hard work of confronting some of life's hardest moments, are willing to re-wire your thinking and how you view yourself as well as the world around you, I'm here to help.
Are you an adult in California, Colorado or Florida looking for relief from your anxiety and grief? Maybe you are struggling with negative and ruminating thoughts, or poor self esteem and perhaps you know logically what is true but feel an emotional disconnect. If you believe that a past experience or trauma, something that was taught to you in your past, has disrupted what you know to be true, you are in the right place. If you are looking to do the hard work of confronting some of life's hardest moments, are willing to re-wire your thinking and how you view yourself as well as the world around you, I'm here to help.
(720) 973-1473 View (720) 973-1473
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Karen Wise
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80218
I help clients see that change and growth are an inside job. When people feel unhappy they often look to other people, career, money and substances to make them feel better. This doesn't work long-term and only creates dependencies that harm them. For many, struggles are rooted in childhood experiences with less than ideal parenting and attachment patterns. Helping my clients to resolve and move past family of origin wounds, identify and eliminate destructive beliefs from their childhood and the behavior created from these beliefs, allows clients the ability to embrace their own lives and opens the door into joy & personal freedom.
I help clients see that change and growth are an inside job. When people feel unhappy they often look to other people, career, money and substances to make them feel better. This doesn't work long-term and only creates dependencies that harm them. For many, struggles are rooted in childhood experiences with less than ideal parenting and attachment patterns. Helping my clients to resolve and move past family of origin wounds, identify and eliminate destructive beliefs from their childhood and the behavior created from these beliefs, allows clients the ability to embrace their own lives and opens the door into joy & personal freedom.
(720) 439-9774 View (720) 439-9774
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Carolina Bracco
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80218
Grieving is not easy, it is painful, it is overwhelming and it takes time to adjust to a new lifestyle. Loss is part of everyone's lives. No matter the losses you go through, they are important, and they can feel devastating. We mourn the death of our loved ones, a friend, a partner, a child, parents, miscarriage, stillbirth, and pets - we never forget. We also experience grief through the loss of a job, a home, divorce, a breakup, a decline in physical/mental health, friendships, roles, identity, independence, financial security, chronic illness, hopes, and dreams. I am here to help you process and heal.
Grieving is not easy, it is painful, it is overwhelming and it takes time to adjust to a new lifestyle. Loss is part of everyone's lives. No matter the losses you go through, they are important, and they can feel devastating. We mourn the death of our loved ones, a friend, a partner, a child, parents, miscarriage, stillbirth, and pets - we never forget. We also experience grief through the loss of a job, a home, divorce, a breakup, a decline in physical/mental health, friendships, roles, identity, independence, financial security, chronic illness, hopes, and dreams. I am here to help you process and heal.
(720) 794-9685 View (720) 794-9685
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City Park Counseling, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA, CDWF
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80218
Do you want something different in your marriage, relationship or work life but just can't figure out how to make it happen? Are you tired of being tired and stressed? I am passionate about helping individuals and couples discover when old ways of coping no longer work and replace them with new, more productive alternatives. I coach my clients to recognize problem patterns, effectively communicate their needs, relieve stress, and improve relationships with the important people in their lives.
Do you want something different in your marriage, relationship or work life but just can't figure out how to make it happen? Are you tired of being tired and stressed? I am passionate about helping individuals and couples discover when old ways of coping no longer work and replace them with new, more productive alternatives. I coach my clients to recognize problem patterns, effectively communicate their needs, relieve stress, and improve relationships with the important people in their lives.
(303) 578-9975 View (303) 578-9975
Psychodynamic Therapists

Is psychodynamic therapy evidence-based?

Studies have found psychodynamic therapy to be effective in treating conditions like social anxiety, eating disorders, chronic pain, some personality disorders, and depression; indeed, some studies have found it to be just as effective as CBT or medication. What’s more, several studies have found that the benefits of psychodynamic therapy tend to endure—even grow—long after treatment has ended.

How long does psychodynamic therapy last?

Unlike CBT and other more structured forms of therapy, psychodynamic therapy tends to be open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a year or longer and to see their therapist one to three times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a client’s challenges and progress. However, brief psychodynamic therapy is available, which tends to be more goal-oriented and typically unfolds over 16 to 30 sessions.

Does psychodynamic therapy work?

Research finds that psychodynamic therapy can help someone manage or reduce symptoms of diagnosable mental health conditions like depression or anxiety. The modality may also offer a range of benefits that are harder to measure but just as valuable—such as increased self-worth or healthier relationships. While no therapy type will work for everyone, research and anecdotal evidence suggest that psychodynamic therapy can be highly effective.

What are the limitations of psychodynamic therapy?

Some meta-analyses have concluded that there is little evidence to suggest that psychodynamic therapy can effectively treat certain mental health conditions such as PTSD, OCD, or psychosis, though it is sometimes used to do so. More broadly, the open-ended, free-association structure of psychodynamic therapy may be frustrating for clients who prefer a more structured, time-limited, or goal-oriented approach.