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Julie Zhu
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80218  (Online Only)
I believe that all human beings deserve to be heard, seen, understood and feel worthy of love, abundance, and joy. I offer a warm space where you may contemplate life’s deeper meaning/purpose and to process through past narratives, traumas and core belief systems that hinder your ability to create a life that you love. We start this process by building trust in our therapeutic relationship so that you can access deeper parts of yourself that yearns to be explored. I support you with finding safety within yourself, to develop tools to regulate your emotions/nervous system and to gain resiliency, self-compassion and inner strength.
I believe that all human beings deserve to be heard, seen, understood and feel worthy of love, abundance, and joy. I offer a warm space where you may contemplate life’s deeper meaning/purpose and to process through past narratives, traumas and core belief systems that hinder your ability to create a life that you love. We start this process by building trust in our therapeutic relationship so that you can access deeper parts of yourself that yearns to be explored. I support you with finding safety within yourself, to develop tools to regulate your emotions/nervous system and to gain resiliency, self-compassion and inner strength.
(720) 704-2710 View (720) 704-2710
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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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Life Skills Management Services LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MBA, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80218
We are licensed in Oregon, Maine, Minnesota, Florida, Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, North Carolina and Colorado. We currently offer telehealth and virtual therapeutic services. We work with individuals with a wide range of concerns including depression, mood disorders, family relations issues, substance use disorders, and co-occurring disorders. We combine different therapeutic approaches based on client's presenting concerns, goals, and motivation, such as, cognitive-behavioral, brief therapy, mindfulness, client-centered, solution-focused therapy.
We are licensed in Oregon, Maine, Minnesota, Florida, Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, North Carolina and Colorado. We currently offer telehealth and virtual therapeutic services. We work with individuals with a wide range of concerns including depression, mood disorders, family relations issues, substance use disorders, and co-occurring disorders. We combine different therapeutic approaches based on client's presenting concerns, goals, and motivation, such as, cognitive-behavioral, brief therapy, mindfulness, client-centered, solution-focused therapy.
(720) 358-8962 View (720) 358-8962
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Heather M McPherson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CST, AASECT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80218
Are you struggling with your relationships and sexuality? Looking for a specialist that can make talking about sex easier? I'm an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist and Relationship Specialist. We offer a holistic, gentle yet direct, and tailored approach that includes well-researched theories with a relational foundation. Issues can include communication, fear of sex, relationship conflicts, constant fighting, desire differences, sexual orientation, sexual dysfunction or dissatisfaction, polyamorous/open or kink relationships, "sex or porn addiction" or problematic sexual behaviors, infidelity, trauma or sexless marriages.
Are you struggling with your relationships and sexuality? Looking for a specialist that can make talking about sex easier? I'm an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist and Relationship Specialist. We offer a holistic, gentle yet direct, and tailored approach that includes well-researched theories with a relational foundation. Issues can include communication, fear of sex, relationship conflicts, constant fighting, desire differences, sexual orientation, sexual dysfunction or dissatisfaction, polyamorous/open or kink relationships, "sex or porn addiction" or problematic sexual behaviors, infidelity, trauma or sexless marriages.
(720) 709-2729 View (720) 709-2729
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J Katie Graber
Marriage & Family Therapist, LPC, LMFT, LAC, NCC, MAC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80218
Life is a journey and no one escapes the trials and tribulations that come with living a full life. I believe in hope and I believe in everyone's ability to grow and change to become the best versions of themselves. In a collaborative effort, I can assist in your journey to ensure you have the opportunity to experience your own greatest happiness. I specialize in addictions, trauma, couple counseling, sex therapy, personality disorders, anxiety/depression, bipolar diagnosis, and grief/loss.
Life is a journey and no one escapes the trials and tribulations that come with living a full life. I believe in hope and I believe in everyone's ability to grow and change to become the best versions of themselves. In a collaborative effort, I can assist in your journey to ensure you have the opportunity to experience your own greatest happiness. I specialize in addictions, trauma, couple counseling, sex therapy, personality disorders, anxiety/depression, bipolar diagnosis, and grief/loss.
(720) 457-9032 View (720) 457-9032
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Tristan Johnson
Marriage and Family Therapist Candidate, BSc, MA, MFTC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80218  (Online Only)
I like to create an environment that encourages self- awareness and promotes lasting change. I believe that we all have potential to obtain fulfillment. My goal as the therapist is to help support, empower, and advise so that you may achieve your goals and reach your fullest potential. Life can be hard and complicated, and each of our experiences are unique. Which is why I like to organize my orientation around my clients so that they can get the most out of our time. My intention is to create a nonjudgmental, collaborative space where my clients can unpack their truths and begin to heal.
I like to create an environment that encourages self- awareness and promotes lasting change. I believe that we all have potential to obtain fulfillment. My goal as the therapist is to help support, empower, and advise so that you may achieve your goals and reach your fullest potential. Life can be hard and complicated, and each of our experiences are unique. Which is why I like to organize my orientation around my clients so that they can get the most out of our time. My intention is to create a nonjudgmental, collaborative space where my clients can unpack their truths and begin to heal.
(720) 710-0424 View (720) 710-0424
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Margaret Matlock
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80218
I am a relationship therapist. Whether you are working on your relationship with yourself, your romantic partner or your friends and family, we will work to identify and gain insight into your patterns and work for you to connect authentically and deeply with those you love. My specialties include: new relationships and preventative couples therapy, secular pre-marital counseling, relationship decision-making, relational perfectionism and undoing longterm patterns.
I am a relationship therapist. Whether you are working on your relationship with yourself, your romantic partner or your friends and family, we will work to identify and gain insight into your patterns and work for you to connect authentically and deeply with those you love. My specialties include: new relationships and preventative couples therapy, secular pre-marital counseling, relationship decision-making, relational perfectionism and undoing longterm patterns.
(720) 336-7418 View (720) 336-7418
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Susan Gross
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80218  (Online Only)
Choosing a therapist can be daunting. I am experienced in providing a compassionate and experienced path to change. Together we will identify the core issues that are limiting you from living a life that is happy, satisfying and abundant. No one's life is perfect everyday, but NO ONE should live a life that is continually disappointing. Change is possible with the right motivation, and an experienced professional to help you develop new strategies and tools to have a more satisfying life.
Choosing a therapist can be daunting. I am experienced in providing a compassionate and experienced path to change. Together we will identify the core issues that are limiting you from living a life that is happy, satisfying and abundant. No one's life is perfect everyday, but NO ONE should live a life that is continually disappointing. Change is possible with the right motivation, and an experienced professional to help you develop new strategies and tools to have a more satisfying life.
(475) 256-5567 View (475) 256-5567
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Madeline Huzenis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR-T
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80218
Waitlist for new clients
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.
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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Hannah Gandsey Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80218
My ideal clients come into my office hoping to explore and better understand themselves and others, foster healthy and happy relationships, shift ineffective behavioral and relational patterns, and work towards a life that they consider fulfilled and worth living. Let’s focus on symptom reduction and personal growth. Change can be terrifying and at times feel impossible. Our work will be exploring and attending to how to best balance safety and risk to reach your personal goals. Change, which can be joyful and exciting, often also comes with loss and pain. Let’s work together to understand what that balance looks like for you.
My ideal clients come into my office hoping to explore and better understand themselves and others, foster healthy and happy relationships, shift ineffective behavioral and relational patterns, and work towards a life that they consider fulfilled and worth living. Let’s focus on symptom reduction and personal growth. Change can be terrifying and at times feel impossible. Our work will be exploring and attending to how to best balance safety and risk to reach your personal goals. Change, which can be joyful and exciting, often also comes with loss and pain. Let’s work together to understand what that balance looks like for you.
(720) 807-9932 View (720) 807-9932
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Alecia Zunker
Counselor, LPC, NCC, EMDR, MBA
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80218
I specialize in a type of therapy that believes your problem or issue is external to you as a person. It lives in the world, not in you. In my practice we put that problem out in front of us, then step back and examine it. Looking at the problem as separate from you helps you understand it better and allows you to you experience yourself in new ways. I use EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing) and Narrative therapy to treat survivors of trauma, whether that is Big “T” (profound and debilitating) or Little “t” (smaller “everyday” or less pronounced events).
I specialize in a type of therapy that believes your problem or issue is external to you as a person. It lives in the world, not in you. In my practice we put that problem out in front of us, then step back and examine it. Looking at the problem as separate from you helps you understand it better and allows you to you experience yourself in new ways. I use EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing) and Narrative therapy to treat survivors of trauma, whether that is Big “T” (profound and debilitating) or Little “t” (smaller “everyday” or less pronounced events).
(720) 664-9044 View (720) 664-9044
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Eliza Kienitz
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80218
Welcome, I am Eliza Kienitz, a psychologist here in Denver, CO. Starting the process of therapy can be daunting. I want to help you find the right fit with a therapist, even if that is not me. I am passionate about the ethics of my role and want you to feel empowered to ask questions and clarify your goals. The folks I work with are often experiencing life transitions, are connected to the medical community, or are first responder or frontline workers. I specialize in adults and older adults. If you have found yourself at the point of seeking out a therapist, you have already done some hard work. I would be honored to help as I can.
Welcome, I am Eliza Kienitz, a psychologist here in Denver, CO. Starting the process of therapy can be daunting. I want to help you find the right fit with a therapist, even if that is not me. I am passionate about the ethics of my role and want you to feel empowered to ask questions and clarify your goals. The folks I work with are often experiencing life transitions, are connected to the medical community, or are first responder or frontline workers. I specialize in adults and older adults. If you have found yourself at the point of seeking out a therapist, you have already done some hard work. I would be honored to help as I can.
(720) 702-4058 View (720) 702-4058
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Lyndsey M Klemme
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC, ACS
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80218
Availability update: Sun-Wed AM + early afternoon in-person and/or telehealth. Finding a therapist is so much fun! Said no one, ever...We're likely a fit if you feel like others' don't get you/your lifestyle, consider yourself an outlier, or identify with a marginalized community, and/or is a high-risk/risk-taker. Also, if you use substances recreationally, medicinally, spiritually, and/or problematically I'd love to hear more and support your relationship with those substances. Contact me to schedule a free consultation and we can discuss more in detail than what 640 characters allow. Stay rad & be kind.
Availability update: Sun-Wed AM + early afternoon in-person and/or telehealth. Finding a therapist is so much fun! Said no one, ever...We're likely a fit if you feel like others' don't get you/your lifestyle, consider yourself an outlier, or identify with a marginalized community, and/or is a high-risk/risk-taker. Also, if you use substances recreationally, medicinally, spiritually, and/or problematically I'd love to hear more and support your relationship with those substances. Contact me to schedule a free consultation and we can discuss more in detail than what 640 characters allow. Stay rad & be kind.
(303) 529-6796 View (303) 529-6796
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Brooke Zalis
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC, NCC, EMDR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80218
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, navigating a major life change, or facing challenges in your relationships or sexual well-being? You're not alone. It takes courage to reach out for support, and I'm here to offer you a safe space to explore these aspects of your life. Whether you're seeking relief from the grip of anxiety, looking to navigate life's transitions, or aiming to enhance your connections and intimacy, I'm committed to helping you achieve a sense of peace, understanding, and fulfillment.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, navigating a major life change, or facing challenges in your relationships or sexual well-being? You're not alone. It takes courage to reach out for support, and I'm here to offer you a safe space to explore these aspects of your life. Whether you're seeking relief from the grip of anxiety, looking to navigate life's transitions, or aiming to enhance your connections and intimacy, I'm committed to helping you achieve a sense of peace, understanding, and fulfillment.
(720) 613-2125 View (720) 613-2125
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Lauren Pollema
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80218
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. We know the price of therapy can be a limitation so ask about our $50 masters level intern sessions.
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. We know the price of therapy can be a limitation so ask about our $50 masters level intern sessions.
(720) 868-9597 View (720) 868-9597
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Francie Hiza
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80218  (Online Only)
My intention is to provide compassionate, trauma-informed care to all clients, intentionally providing space for the queer community and their families. I am warm, approachable, humorous, and strengths-based with clients. I use a variety of modalities to help people heal, grow and explore themselves including: nature-based therapy, experiential therapy, CBT, DBT, narrative therapy, and empowerment models.
My intention is to provide compassionate, trauma-informed care to all clients, intentionally providing space for the queer community and their families. I am warm, approachable, humorous, and strengths-based with clients. I use a variety of modalities to help people heal, grow and explore themselves including: nature-based therapy, experiential therapy, CBT, DBT, narrative therapy, and empowerment models.
(303) 848-3161 View (303) 848-3161
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Martta Ensio
LPC Intern
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80218
Every individual is on a unique path filled with twists, turns, and challenges that shape their life. Sometimes, it can be helpful to walk alongside a companion who is dedicated to working with you to achieve your goals, bring you insight, and empower you to move towards genuine fulfillment. I am passionate about honoring your story and how it shapes your thoughts, behaviors, and beliefs. Because no two individuals are the same, your therapeutic work should reflect your individual needs and objectives. I blend narrative therapy, Brainspotting, somatic therapy, and parts work to help you meet your therapy goals.
Every individual is on a unique path filled with twists, turns, and challenges that shape their life. Sometimes, it can be helpful to walk alongside a companion who is dedicated to working with you to achieve your goals, bring you insight, and empower you to move towards genuine fulfillment. I am passionate about honoring your story and how it shapes your thoughts, behaviors, and beliefs. Because no two individuals are the same, your therapeutic work should reflect your individual needs and objectives. I blend narrative therapy, Brainspotting, somatic therapy, and parts work to help you meet your therapy goals.
(720) 459-9643 View (720) 459-9643
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Thomas Ramey Watson
PhD
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80218
Your mind, body, & spirit are important components of a good life. I work with relationships, abuse, bullying, developing a strong and healthy sense of self, sex & gender, & spirituality. Having had a number of experiences with loss and the survival of the soul, I also do lots of grief and hope work over the passing of beloved animals and people. I find that this helps people with anxiety, especially important in our time. I am fully supportive of various orientations and paths to fulfillment, aware of the roles that class, race, and gender play in our lives. Most of all, I want you to find your true self, not a mask imposed on you.
Your mind, body, & spirit are important components of a good life. I work with relationships, abuse, bullying, developing a strong and healthy sense of self, sex & gender, & spirituality. Having had a number of experiences with loss and the survival of the soul, I also do lots of grief and hope work over the passing of beloved animals and people. I find that this helps people with anxiety, especially important in our time. I am fully supportive of various orientations and paths to fulfillment, aware of the roles that class, race, and gender play in our lives. Most of all, I want you to find your true self, not a mask imposed on you.
(720) 358-2853 View (720) 358-2853
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Innerglow Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80218
Get in touch! We are glad you are here, YAY! this means you are in the process of finding help for yourself. We want to commend you because you know in your heart, you are ready to make a change to be the best you can be, because you have decided to work on yourself by taking care of your heart, mind, and body, and because you've realized that things can be better, as they can! We are currently accepting new patients, connect with us, and let's make changes happen.
Get in touch! We are glad you are here, YAY! this means you are in the process of finding help for yourself. We want to commend you because you know in your heart, you are ready to make a change to be the best you can be, because you have decided to work on yourself by taking care of your heart, mind, and body, and because you've realized that things can be better, as they can! We are currently accepting new patients, connect with us, and let's make changes happen.
(813) 501-6489 View (813) 501-6489
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Samantha Tenner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CST
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80218
I am a Certified Sex Therapist and Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Denver and Boulder. Additionally, I received Marriage and Family Therapy training at Denver Family Institute where I worked extensively with couples, individuals, and families on damaging relationship patterns, strengthening emotional connections, and communication skills. I have extensive work with LGBTQIA+ individuals and couples, polyamory, consensual non monogamy, out of control sexual behavior, kink, and many other sex related issues. I also love to use spirituality & mindfulness such as meditative & grounding techniques.
I am a Certified Sex Therapist and Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Denver and Boulder. Additionally, I received Marriage and Family Therapy training at Denver Family Institute where I worked extensively with couples, individuals, and families on damaging relationship patterns, strengthening emotional connections, and communication skills. I have extensive work with LGBTQIA+ individuals and couples, polyamory, consensual non monogamy, out of control sexual behavior, kink, and many other sex related issues. I also love to use spirituality & mindfulness such as meditative & grounding techniques.
(720) 893-9965 View (720) 893-9965

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT) Therapists

How does solution-focused therapy work?

The treatment works by helping a client notice which behaviors and thoughts have positive results on their lives and building a plan around how to maximise these strengths. Practitioners of solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT) believe that individuals already have the experience, wisdom, and resilience to create change in their lives, but may need a guide to help them realise which changes to make and how to make them.

Is solution-focused brief therapy evidence-based?

Yes. Solution-focused brief therapy has been extensively studied, and researchers find strong evidence that it’s an effective treatment for many behavioral and psychological concerns. This may be due to the uplifting nature and practicality of the treatment, which allows patients to employ strategies to reach their goals that are incremental and achievable.

How long does solution-focused brief therapy last?

Solution-focused brief therapy, as the name implies, is brief. The timeline may vary from person to person, given the challenges they face and their situation in life, but treatment is typically complete within four to eight sessions. This therapy type is a pragmatic one: it’s concerned more with “how” problems can be addressed and improved than getting to the root of “why” they exist in the first place.

Is solution-focused brief therapy a type of cognitive behavioral therapy?

Solution-focused brief therapy is related to cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)in that both are pragmatic approaches that deal less with gaining a full understanding of the cause of a mental health problem and more with creating plans for how to cope with these problems and improve an individual’s day-to-day life. They are distinct, however, in that SFBT emphasises building on strengths and resources, while CBT focuses on changing negative thoughts and behaviors.