Therapists in Broomfield, CO

I know finding the right therapist can be a daunting task. I hope to make that easier. I pride myself on my ability to work with persons in a supportive and encouraging setting. I strongly believe in each persons potential and ability to make changes and create happiness. I hold a doctorate degree in Counseling Psychology and will meet you at 1st Priority Institute for Better Living where the atmosphere is cheerful and hopeful; optimistic for a better tomorrow:).

I specialize in working with individuals who have suffered traumatic childhoods (sexual, physical, and emotional abuse, neglect, domestic violence) or traumatic experiences in adulthood and are in need of trauma-informed therapy. Symptoms include difficulty trusting others, feeling terminally alone, experiencing overwhelming emotions, a fear of abandonment or engulfment, experiencing flashbacks, feeling worried and anxious about bad things happening, struggling with body dysmorphia or disordered eating, engaging in self-harm, substance abuse issues, feelings of persistent hopelessness, suicidality, or feelings of unworthiness.

Do you feel stuck? Do you feel like you know all the rules and what you are “supposed to do” but somehow can’t get where you want to go? As your therapist, my goal is to help you feel at home in your body, mind, and heart. I can help deconstruct and shift your “shoulds” into something that feels more authentic and meaningful to you. We also can dig into your past and explore how old coping mechanisms that may have helped at one time are now limiting. I am trained in a myriad of techniques—including mindfulness and EMDR—to gently guide your mind and body back to the present moment to a state of well-being and resiliency.

As a counselor, I aim to cultivate a deep, authentic connection that encourages safety, vulnerability, and trust. I know it takes time to build this type of therapeutic relationship and I will follow your lead with the pace that feels safest to you while incorporating gentle encouragement to go deeper when appropriate. Once established, this relationship is the foundation for all of our work together.

Our professional clinicians each have a different area of specialty in addition to their post graduate training in animal assisted psychotherapy. In addition to using this expertise the different animals can be integrated into the therapeutic process depending on the point in therapy, as well as the specific therapeutic goal being worked on at that specific time making the therapy experience work more quickly while engaging clients.

I believe that all people are doing the best they can given their life experience and biology. At the same time, I believe that we can move forward by leaning in and sorting out our thoughts, emotions, and memories. I am both empathic and empowering- balancing the wisdom of our emotions with creating lasting change. My work is rooted in evidenced based techniques and I hope that every client develops one new insight by the close of every session. I want to see you feel better and have greater peace.

Welcome! I’m glad you’ve decided to reach out for counseling, as I know it can often be a difficult step to take. I look forward to getting to know you as you explore what brought you here. I have over 20 years of experience in the mental health field working with individuals of all age ranges. I enjoy working with individuals and couples and utilize a person-centered approach, where I meet each individual where they are at on their journey towards wellness. I believe in the mind-body connection and the importance of using a holistic approach to building resilience and meeting life’s challenges.

Typically my client base includes children, young adults & parents. My clients typically seek assistance for: processing divorce, understanding and working through attachment, dealing with bullying, building self-esteem and confidence, developing coping skills, managing depression, anxiety, and most adolescent, teenage issues. When working with young adults I typically work with clients who need assistance with being career focused, create life goals, build healthy habits, practice self-care, identify healthy friendships and relationships to name a few. I also have experience working with adoption and foster care related issues.

Maybe you've been feeling anxious, depressed or your relationships are struggling. Feeling overwhelmed from depression, PTSD or anxiety can negatively affect your job, your confidence and your ability to be present on a daily basis. You might be thinking - "Nobody knows what I'm going through" - or have thoughts telling you - “You are not good enough.” Maybe you've felt lost and hopeless. You do not have to go through this alone.