Relationship Issues Therapists in Salida, CO

I am committed to providing psychotherapy that is both compassionate and empowering. My perspective is holistic in that I believe we are connected in body, heart, mind and spirit. Furthermore, I believe that deep within each of us resides our truth and my work with you is to support you in releasing any barriers that interfere with your awareness of this inner wisdom. As you are able to live your truth, you will experience contentment with yourself and in relationship with others. My approach is eclectic, blending cognitive-behavioral techniques, family therapy systems, relational techniques and mindfulness techniques.

Self-doubt. Overwhelm. Hopelessness. The fears and limiting messages of past traumas. Feeling disconnected from our partners, as if we speak different languages. Inability to relax and feel at peace. Does any of this sound familiar? These are some of the issues that clients have brought to me over the years in my practice. And I’ve been honored, humbled, and truly gratified to share and act as a guide in these journeys. I firmly believe that within each of us is the ability to find our voice, our self-empowerment, and our joy. I’d love to help you find yours.

Do you feel overwhelmed by emotions? Many of us do. We try to push them away until one day that no longer works, and then we panic. Maybe you struggle with worry, a fierce inner critic, trauma, or feeling sad or numb. Perhaps a difficult break-up or loss feels unbearable. Maybe you'd like more clarity about your feelings and how to express your emotions. If this sounds like you, I'd like to help. As painful as these times can be, there is potential for deep personal growth. I can help you find some relief from these struggles, and in the process come away with greater self-awareness, confidence and self-compassion.

"Connection - The energy that exists between people when they feel seen, heard, and valued; when they can give and receive without judgment; and when they derive sustenance and strength from the relationship" (Brene Brown).

Asking for help is a vulnerable and courageous act. Keep going! Alongside the joy and wonder this life can bring, we will also be struck by grief, major life changes, trauma, relationship struggles, acute or chronic stress, and crises of mental, spiritual or physical health. Sometimes we need help. Therapy with a provider that you feel safe and understood by can help you to heal and grow. "We don't have to do it alone. We were never meant to" - Brené Brown

Many of my clients have been in psychotherapy/counseling before and start working with me to go deeper to transform from the repetitive relational patterns that hold them back. Most of my clients value psychotherapy and see the benefit from telling the emotionally significant story of their lives in a confidential safe setting. Trauma, addiction, depression, and anxiety are issues that I have the most experience relating with. Some of life's dilemmas require a conversation to resolve. A conversation that weaves past and present, fantasy and reality, desire and inhibition to form a detailed understanding of one's life.

I love to help clients come through tough times and discover their resilience. With 20 years of experience, I use a multi-theory approach to use what best fits for each client. Your story is unique and I am here to help you create a beautiful next chapter in your life. I specialize working with trauma, abuse, grief, depression and anxiety, or simply creating life goals. I look forward to meeting you and walking with you along your life's path.

I believe that each person has a deep wisdom inside of them, and part of my job is to help you learn and remember how to trust yourself. Supporting people to cultivate both self-awareness and self-compassion are a central focus of mine. I also feel passionate about cultivating a safe and trusted connection with clients that provides the opportunity for healing and growth. Each of us has a unique journey and I help people to feel more at home in themselves, both in times of joy and hardship. Learning to support ourselves in times of pain and suffering takes practice, and we are not meant to do it alone.

(Scheduling in-person and Zoom now) Sometimes we experience disturbing levels of anxiety, depression, anger, or loss. Sometimes we feel disconnected or not able to get a handle on things. In those times emotions can be overwhelming or confusing, and our usual ways of dealing with life don't seem to work anymore. Therapy offers a way to increase awareness of who we are, measure our limits, and expand our personal and interpersonal abilities to make significant changes. I believe we have within us the potential for a healthy and creative life. In the therapy process, we have an opportunity to discover and unleash that potential.

I’m in your pocket— Utilizing “Telecare” via Zoom or FaceTime on your mobile device, I’m available! With over 30 years of experience, I am an expert in achieving success for individuals and their families. Enlivening your relationships with “sober time” we help heal broken family relationships, restoring lives impacted by addictions, or assisting those needing aftercare support for their recovery. Successful Interventions! (drug & alcohol dependency, or substance abuse.) My clients say that I am empathetic, kind, open and willing, in meeting them where they are emotionally and physically. You’re supported & accountable, today!

I help people ditch the codependence label and dig into their relationships and embrace saying No to Others and Yes to Yourself. Together we will learn about the people you invite into your life, the ones who seem to keep showing up uninvited, and where you need a little help to make sure you have a choice in who comes and goes. My clients struggle like you do. Despite knowing how to take care of almost anything in life, you need a little help pausing and turning toward yourself to find out what you want to know.

How would you like your life to be different? Let’s talk about your goals and dreams as well as your struggles, challenges, deepest concerns. Let’s collaborate on ways to help you move in the direction you want to go. I offer warm, compassionate support to facilitate more clarity, understanding, acceptance, and ease in moving through crises, change, and even the mundane. You seek healing, growth, understanding, and wellness; my job is to help create the conditions that will allow that growth to occur.

Life can be challenging. Sometimes we have difficulty making sense of our experiences, whether it’s something painful that has happened to us, an unhelpful coping style we are struggling to change, or thoughts we’ve internalized that keep us down. My passion is to help you gain awareness within yourself, to identify and understand your emotions and beliefs, so that you can start making changes that count. I will empower you to navigate through anxiety, sadness, challenging relationships, and traumatic experiences so that you can create a life that is meaningful and in line with your values.

Your life just isn’t what you expected or going how you want right now—it seems out of your control. You’re doing so much and it’s still not enough—putting on that brave face every day to show up to the grind. You should be more accomplished and feel more fulfilled, but instead, you’re struggling to find your place in the world. It seems like other people don’t get it, and you find yourself in repeated conflict with the ones you care about most. You can imagine how it could be different sometimes, but your self-critic is working on overdrive to stir up doubt and worries about the future. And you’re tired of it... probably exhausted.

Every human beings has a true genuine authentic self. Trauma is the disconnection from it and healing is the reconnection to it. - Dr. Gabor Mate Life is full of beauty and hardship. We all have experiences that shape who we are, how we feel, and what we believe about ourselves. Sometimes we need a compassionate space to explore and heal our wounds. From young professionals to helping professionals to new moms to folks in the LGBTQ+ folks, I invite deep exploration and support clients to develop understanding of how the adversities they've faced impact their minds, bodies, and spirits.

I specialize in working with people who are seeking to develop greater self-trust, overcome adversity and create the beautiful life they desire. I am especially passionate about supporting those who've been harmed by systems of oppression. My goal as a counselor is to help others find healing and wholeness within themselves. In my work, I prioritize attention to somatic, embodiment practices that help clients feel safe in their own bodies and with their own emotions. Together, we will work as a team to confront the struggles you're facing and find a path forward to a happier and more authentic life.

Everyone deserves healing, connection, and the ability to thrive. In this challenging world, I seek to empower individuals to create a healthier way of being where supportive relationships counteract the adverse experiences of life. Using restorative and healing-centered approaches based on the ecological biopsychosocial models of practice, I work in collaboration with those I serve. I offer trauma-informed, regenerative, and liberatory-based practices that balance modern science and research with wisdom and creativity to support the health and well-being of individuals, families, and communities.

Currently accepting clients only for Ketamine Assisted Therapy. Is your inner critic working overtime? Are you feeling down or anxious and like you aren't living life to your full potential? Maybe you are stuck in repeated conflict with your partner, wondering where the intimacy, joy, and love went. Perhaps your family is struggling with communication, distance, loss or change. I know that being human can be messy, painful, and confusing and draw from my 17 years of experience to help families, couples, and individuals navigate struggles to live more fulfilling lives.

In this age of narcissism and self-discovery, many are feeling isolated and alienated from others, causing us to reassess our relationships and personal choices. Many are disillusioned, anxious and depressed due to unwanted life experiences that threaten our sense of security and block our path to happiness. During this time of cultural and personal insecurity, some seek a space for guided reflection, discovery and contemplation of possibilities previously unconsidered. I provide services that promote healthy outcomes and empower clients to make authentic, self-directed changes that align with personal needs, values and aspirations.