Therapists in Deer Trail, CO

I am a licensed psychotherapist (LCSW) in Florida, Colorado and Virginia, an empathetic healer, an avid mental health awareness advocate. I specialize in working with individuals struggling with addiction, depression, anxiety, trauma, stress, codependency issues, self-esteem issues, anger management issues and other emotional struggles. My passion as a therapist is to assist you in developing skills to help you find the happiness and abundance from within. I strive to create a safe space where you can feel comfortable in sharing your perspectives, hopes, aspirations, fears, and growths.

I have over 15 years of experience as a Licensed Professional Counselor. I enjoy working with individuals, couples and families, adults and adolescents.I can assist you if you are feeling stuck, depressed, anxious, distressed in relationships, dealing with, trauma, PTSD, grief/loss or life transitions. My style is collaborative and strength-based focusing on personal accomplishments. I make use of person-centered, cognitive, and brief solution-focused therapy to identify causes contributing to problems in emotions, behaviors, and relationships. This approach helps clients to find solutions to their most concerning personal issues.

My practice is strength based and works with adults and adolescents to resolve issues associated with addiction (alcoholism, drug use, internet, etc.), depression, anxiety, ADHD, relationships, interpersonal / family conflict, loss, and life changes (divorce, death, etc.). The treatment focuses on looking at the entire system and provides a sustainable, researched and proven path to a better, happier life. Not just treating the problem, but identifying the issues and providing the tools to know who you are and what you need to become the person you were meant to be.

YOU ARE WORTH IT! There is hope. I am passionate about assisting couples/families and individuals with finding peace and working towards positive change. I am an integrative psychotherapist, working from a compassionate, strength-based perspective. The foundation of effective therapy is a strong, connected therapeutic relationship. I believe it is my role as a therapist to approach this alliance with warmth and open-mindedness to help provide you with a safe, nonjudgemental space.

Are you ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery and personal growth? As a dedicated therapist, I specialize in empowering clients to transform their lives and recognize their inherent strength. Whether you are navigating ADHD, anxiety, life transitions, depression, relationship challenges, or other hurdles, I'm here to support you every step of the way. Working with individuals, couples, or families, I am committed to guiding you toward realizing your full potential and living your best life. I understand that each individual's journey is unique, which is why I tailor my approach to meet your specific needs and preferences.

COUPLES, FAMILY, CHILD and INDIVIDUAL THERAPY. True Happiness and Stability Stems from the Quality of our Significant Relationships! I work from a strength-based, solution-focused, and systemic or relational orientation, all are evidence-based approaches. I focus on people's strengths and possibilities while addressing their real life difficulties. I also practice child-centered play therapy and provide personality, relationship (couple) and career assessments. I believe in a holistic approach to the therapeutic process that incorporates biological, psychological, social, and spiritual dimensions empowering a person or family towards mastering life to its fullest. I look forward to consulting with you!

Life can be challenging, and relationships may become strained, but hope exists. I am passionate about helping people discover solutions to their problems that work practically. Through a trauma-informed lens, I seek practices that identify causes of and lessen the impact of stress on the nervous system and restore positive relationships. My goal is to meet people where they are and guide them as they tap into their innate potential. I will personalize therapy to meet your individual needs and help you cultivate peace.

If you are struggling with painful emotions, interpersonal problems, or difficult life transitions, I am here to help. You will find that I work hard to understand you and to help you better understand yourself and your relationships. I believe that every person has an inner potential for healthy growth and development, and my role as a counselor is to facilitate that growth. I provide a safe and nonjudgmental space to share and better understand your thoughts, feelings, and challenges. I see clients by telehealth throughout Colorado.

“What is wrong with me?” you think to yourself. You feel disconnected from others. You don’t feel as though anyone truly understands you or gets you. You keep talking to your family, friends, or partner about the same issue but there is no resolution. They keep asking, “What do you actually want?” but your mind goes blank. Or you know what you want, but you vocalizing your wants would hurt important people in your life. Or you don’t think what you want is important as you’ve navigated your entire life with putting your wants and needs last.

Because of the hurt I have experienced in my life I have become passionate about sitting with people as they sift through the darkest parts of themselves. I received my Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Colorado Christian University and have received formal training in Eye Movement Desensitization/Reprocessing (EMDR) and Motivational Interviewing. I balance kindness and directness as a therapist, while incorporating my sense of humor into the relationship. I primarily work with adolescents and adults, and work with a myriad of struggles including grief, trauma, addiction, and attachment issues.

Medicaid covers Neurofeedback! I work with all ages at Aspire Counseling located in Denver. Before private practice, I was in residential mental health treatment primarily with young adults and adolescents. I am competent in working with both children and adults who have experienced abuse and trauma. I also have a heart for working with young adults navigating transitions and healing past emotional wounds. Goals for therapy are a collaborative process in which we will discover your personal needs for optimal growth. My role is to provide a safe space for you to come as you are each session.

Feeling stuck? Struggling to identify why? or how to navigate through it? How about feeling like the world is closing in or that there isn’t enough time? These are common question that the vast majority of us encounter, and therefore feel the compulsion for quick fixes or to do what worked for someone else expecting the same results. However, to say that we are all the same would be short-sighted, as there is no one way to address an issue. Give me a call for a free consultation, and let's begin the process of creating the "you" that you've envisioned.

We are accepting new clients! Feeling overwhelmed and stressed most days? Is it hard to imagine your life getting better? Whether struggling with a chronic problem or a new crisis- talking to a therapist can help you cope. I offer a free 30 minute phone consultation to help my clients decide if I am a good fit for them. I strive to provide a sacred and genuine space for people to get "unstuck" and help them to move forward. Depression, anxiety, social and relationship problems can be dramatically improved by having the courage to ask for and receive help. Take the first step towards a better life...hope to speak with you soon.

We guide clients to the path of success by providing thorough assessment and setting specific treatment goals for trauma resolution, mood management, academic challenges, or workplace challenges. We provide treatment with a variety of modalities, depending on the needs of the client. We specialize in helping people achieve more successful lives by addressing conflict, depression, anxiety, and interpersonal issues.

Have you ever uttered the words "I am sick and tired of being sick and tired" or felt like even when you are happy, that you are just waiting for the other shoe to fall? Do you have thoughts that no matter what you do, nothing seems to change and you find yourself in the same toxic relationships over and over again? Maybe you have even had thoughts that it's all too much and there never seems to be that proverbial light at the end of the tunnel that everybody keeps talking about. Yet something keeps you going, some small voice inside you knows you want more, knows you are capable of more.

We provide counseling services to couples, families, individual adults, teens, adolescents, and children. We can help those who are struggling with anxiety, depression, major life transitions, grief and loss, food or eating related problems, exploring career and educational goals, family, couples, and relationship issues, and more.

Whatever your needs may be, I am here to assist you in overcoming obstacles and achieving your goals. If you are feeling overwhelmed, stressed, tired, or anxious there is hope and a way. Collaboration and understanding are the key to improving overall mental health and wellness. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Humanistic Psychology, Interpersonal Effectiveness Skills, and Reality Therapy.

I believe that the inclusion of mental health wellness is vital to one’s overall health. I believe that while each client’s experiences, backgrounds, cultural identities, and general beings are unique, so too should be their counseling experience. Through the use of a strong, collaborative therapeutic relationship and an integrated approach, I aim to help my clients use self-reflection, goal-setting, and problem-solving to achieve their optimal mental health and highest potential. I am a firm believer that every individual possesses the ability to grow and evolve and that with the proper guidance and support, this can be achieved.

Bonnie Summer is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Colorado with 8 years of experience helping adult and senior-aged clients to cope with the effects of grief, trauma, PTSD, anger issues, ADHD, depression, and anxiety disorders like OCD. Bonnie's goal is to create a safe place for her clients to explore and discover strategies that will enhance their quality of life. If you are at a crossroads or feel stuck right now, she can help you navigate your next steps and look at the issues you're faced with, choice by choice.