Substance Use Therapists in Colorado

No matter if you are struggling with problems related to substance use, stress management, relationships, grief and loss, mental health or trauma; I am willing to walk beside you each step of the way. My approach includes integration of mindfulness practice with interventions such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to best address your specific needs. I have worked with a wide variety of individuals and believe strongly in the healing power of meditation and movement in conjunction with talk-therapy.

Finding yourself in destructive patterns and using unhelpful behaviors to cope can make you feel isolated and alone. Knowing you are different from others and wondering how to navigate everyday situations is exhausting and debilitating. Being neurodivergent in a world built for neurotypical people can lead to depression, anxiety, trauma, burnout, and substance use just to name a few. With the weight of everything all at once you can feel trapped and hopeless. No matter what you are struggling with, you deserve to be fiercely advocated for and supported in a way that honors your unique humanness.

When life, relationships, or other personal issues feel out of control, solutions and support can be difficult to find! As a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Addictions Counselor with over 10 years of direct client experience (residential and outpatient), and as a wife and mom 25 years, I have helped hundreds of men and women from all walks of life. I love helping my clients regain self-compassion and make progress quickly by using evidence-based practices. I specialize in anxiety, depression, relationships, life transitions, substance use issues, gender/sexuality matters and personal growth/change.

I offer a free 30-minute virtual consultation - Anxiety has snuck up on you, and you're not quite sure how. In your day-to-day you've realized that you're overwhelmed, feeling nervous, second-guessing yourself, and wanting desperately to simply come up for some air. You're here because you want to feel happier and enjoy your life again - and together we can get you there! I'll work with you to ease sources of anxious thoughts and feelings, heal old wounds, and discover what makes you excited about life. I specialize in treating anxiety, low self-esteem, problematic attachment patterns, and substance use.

You've heard the saying "everything happens for a reason". I believe this can be true, but there are also many occurrences in our lives that don't always make sense, even if we can still derive some sort of meaning from them. On more of a personal level, I believe our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are happening for a reason and I seek to help you find those answers. Oftentimes, these reasons are connected to past experiences, whether that be from your childhood or other significant moments in time. And depending on how you experienced that event, your perceptions about yourself, others, and the world have been impacted.

Life is complex, and each of us carries a unique story that shapes who we are today. I believe that everyone is doing their best with what they have, and sometimes, we need a helping hand to navigate the challenges we face. As a licensed clinical social worker with years of experience, I specialize in helping adolescents and adults overcome a wide range of issues, including trauma, attachment struggles, substance use, and various emotional difficulties. My approach is rooted in authenticity, understanding, and a commitment to your personal growth and wellbeing. I approach every client with deep empathy and non-judgment.

I do virtual therapy with clients here in Colorado. Most of my clients are seeking assistance in mitigating the stressors in their lives. Family relationships; grief/loss; difficulties with parenting or accepting parenting; substance use; crises of faith...all these issues are present in my practice. Most are looking for direction; someone to help sort through the problem and achieve an adaptive resolution. They are distressed that they are at odds with family; concerned over the loss of control with substances; and some are wondering about their purpose in the world.

I specialize in couples counseling and men’s issues. FOR COUPLES, I help you use existing strengths in a process of Calming, Listening, Recommitting and Problem-Solving. This work exposes deep wounds beneath the conflict. Healing those wounds is the victory you need. FOR MEN, whether your struggle is relational, depression, anxiety, substance use or another, we can interrupt the repeating cycle with new habits, thoughts, behaviors, faith and\or relationships. I have been married 35 years, with 4 grown children. I have had 3 careers including USAF pilot, software development and now therapist and chaplain. I believe I can help you.

“I feel lost and alone” “I feel uncomfortable in my own skin” “I worry about things out of my control” “I feel like I let my loved ones down” “I feel so disconnected from my partner”. These thoughts and feelings can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to face them alone. Together we will work to find solutions that work best for YOU. You are the expert in your own story. Life is full of challenges and I believe seeking support can be one of the toughest challenges we face. By looking at my profile, you’ve taken the first step to reach out for help which requires a lot of bravery - you should be so proud of yourself.

Hey, my name is Steph. If you’ve found my page - you’re looking for some who cares about your success as much as you do, someone you feel comfortable with, and someone you can trust to give you the knowledge and tools to take your life and wellness to the next level. In a nutshell, I’m a Colorado native, wife to a marine veteran and firefighter, co-responder, dog mom, and forensic therapist. It’s an honor to accompany someone on their journey to self-growth and it’s an opportunity I don’t take lightly.

Mind Warrior Therapy. I have a huge passion working with clients battling substance use and mental health concerns. I enjoy working with a wide variety of clientele from adolescents to adults. Individuals who often feel misunderstood in order to help improve self-esteem, explore the pacts of trauma, maneuver relationships, and move forward with less weight on their shoulders. My goal is to provide a space which promotes growth and brings the feeling you are not alone. I am joining you on your journey and not here to judge you.

I offer individual therapy for women and parents who are looking to dive deeper into why their lives aren’t currently working for them. I enjoy working with people recovering from traumatic events, unhealthy or abusive relationships, or substance use disorders/addictions. I utilize Acceptance and Commitment therapy and EMDR frameworks and techniques to help you create a life more aligned with your values in a non-judgmental, warm and welcoming environment.

Are you feeling depressed or anxious as you begin the transformative process of becoming a parent? Is this stage of parenthood leaving you feeling more overwhelmed than you anticipated feeling or more overwhelmed than you have ever felt before? Perhaps you or a loved one are using alcohol or drugs to cope with life's stressors and overwhelming moments and you have become increasingly concerned about the amount you or your loved one is using. You are now seeing different areas of your life impacted by your mood or by your substance abuse and are hoping to find more healthy ways to cope with all of the ups and downs of life.

South Platte Counseling Group Offers Affordable Counseling For many people in the Denver metro area, taking care of one’s mental health can be a real challenge. We all know someone who could benefit from seeing a counselor, but the reality is that it’s often seen as a luxury that’s not affordable. With housing prices and the cost of living continuing to rise, many people neglect taking care of themselves mentally. Fortunately, South Platte Counseling now includes low-cost therapy and support groups. We do not take insurance, but we offer affordable pricing from $80-$200/session, with in-office or online/telehealth options.

Sandstone Care provides substance use, addiction, and mental health treatment for young adults (ages 18 to 30) and adolescents (ages 13 to 18) including Residential Treatment, Day Treatment (PHP), Intensive Outpatient (IOP), and General Outpatient (OP) programming.

My approach to mental health is client-centered. My areas of focus are substance use and addiction, trauma, and retirement from sport. It is my priority to create a safe and nonjudgmental space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings. My goal is to work collaboratively to explore your concerns, identify strengths, and develop strategies for positive change. Choosing a mental health professional is a personal decision, and I am honored that you're considering me to be a part of your journey. I am available for in-person sessions in Denver, CO, and I offer virtual session across Colorado.

My practice is primarily focused on people struggling with traumatic experiences and substance use. Over the last 14 years I have worked primarily with military veterans. My goal is to help clients process experiences, better understand stressors, and help identify effective ways to cope. In sessions, clients will find warmth, compassion, and a focus on what is most important to them.

Over the last 13 plus years I have specialized in treating clients struggling with substance use and trauma. I have spent the majority of my career working in treatment facilities that address substance use whether they were residential, extended care or outpatient and I enjoy working with those who report concerns related to their use of a substance(s) and report other "underlying concerns" such as a history of trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, etc. I've been trained in EMDR and spent several years working with young adults, women, and even professionals. Codependency and family work is also an area of expertise of mine.

Glennon Melton, an author I admire, has described life as “brutiful.” Brutiful blends the two words, “Beautiful” & “Brutal”, which summarizes how we often experience our journeys in life. Life has its beautiful moments, it also has some difficult, hard times. When life feels painful and you need someone to talk to, I am someone who can provide a safe place to feel supported & heard. My goal is to provide a place for you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and coping strategies in order to find clarity, to better understand yourself, and to strengthen healthy emotion management and interpersonal skills.