Therapists in Boulder, CO
Patti Ashley
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80302
Are anxious or depressed? Are you feeling overwhelmed and exhausted with parenting and family life? Have you experienced a loss of some kind? A loved one, a job, a home, your health, or any other loss. Telling your story can help you move through the pain and suffering to get to the other side.
Are anxious or depressed? Are you feeling overwhelmed and exhausted with parenting and family life? Have you experienced a loss of some kind? A loved one, a job, a home, your health, or any other loss. Telling your story can help you move through the pain and suffering to get to the other side.
Leah Wolf
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CLC
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80302 (Online Only)
If you want to improve your life or relationships, you are in the right place. If you are here, chances are you want a better relationship with your partner, or with yourself. You want to feel better and find solutions to your problems. You are not alone. The good news is, there is hope. Marriage and Family Therapist’s have a specialty - to see beyond an individual and help create change that lasts.
If you want to improve your life or relationships, you are in the right place. If you are here, chances are you want a better relationship with your partner, or with yourself. You want to feel better and find solutions to your problems. You are not alone. The good news is, there is hope. Marriage and Family Therapist’s have a specialty - to see beyond an individual and help create change that lasts.
Sarah Miller
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, LAC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80302 (Online Only)
I have specialized training to work with both individuals and couples and believe in a collaborative approach to counseling. Although you are the expert on your own life, I will bring my own expertise to shape our work around your goals and needs. My skills and qualifications cover a variety of areas but clients experiencing relational distress, anxiety, difficulty setting boundaries, wanting to work on their relationship with themselves or others, or distress in parenthood may be particularly well suited. I have a passion for helping clients feel more connected, authentic, and engaged in their lives and relationships.
I have specialized training to work with both individuals and couples and believe in a collaborative approach to counseling. Although you are the expert on your own life, I will bring my own expertise to shape our work around your goals and needs. My skills and qualifications cover a variety of areas but clients experiencing relational distress, anxiety, difficulty setting boundaries, wanting to work on their relationship with themselves or others, or distress in parenthood may be particularly well suited. I have a passion for helping clients feel more connected, authentic, and engaged in their lives and relationships.
Melissa Jones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80301
Do you feel sad, stressed out overwhelmed or stuck in your day to day life? Do you feel disconnected from loved ones? If so, I would like to help.
Life can be painful and difficult. Sometimes we feel that we have no control over what is happpening around us. I would like to help you build on your strengths and guide you in finding your way.
Do you feel sad, stressed out overwhelmed or stuck in your day to day life? Do you feel disconnected from loved ones? If so, I would like to help.
Life can be painful and difficult. Sometimes we feel that we have no control over what is happpening around us. I would like to help you build on your strengths and guide you in finding your way.
Juana Rincón
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80301
Struggling with identifying and asserting your needs? Or knowing what you want in your personal relationships, career, professional life? Feeling confused about who you are, where are you going and what you REALLY want? Feeling stuck? Unmotivated? Distracted and overwhelmed all at the same time? Having a hard time slowing down, feeling busy but unproductive, like you are not doing enough, or working hard enough, etc? Do you have an overly inense inner critic, that evaluates and judges every single thing you do? Longing for some time to pause, but also feeling deep inside fear of stopping?
Struggling with identifying and asserting your needs? Or knowing what you want in your personal relationships, career, professional life? Feeling confused about who you are, where are you going and what you REALLY want? Feeling stuck? Unmotivated? Distracted and overwhelmed all at the same time? Having a hard time slowing down, feeling busy but unproductive, like you are not doing enough, or working hard enough, etc? Do you have an overly inense inner critic, that evaluates and judges every single thing you do? Longing for some time to pause, but also feeling deep inside fear of stopping?
Claudia Winkler
MA
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80305
Having provided psychotherapeutic services for agencies in the Boulder area since 2007, I bring my background in somatic psychology, systems theory, neuropsychology, and working with members of the LGBTQIAP+ community to my practice. Sessions are geared toward tailoring tools to alleviate suffering, decrease conflict, and increase joy in your life outside of the therapy room. I am continually inspired by the courage, dedication and positive change I see in my clients. Let's work together in the journey toward the balanced and rich life you have envisioned for yourself.
Having provided psychotherapeutic services for agencies in the Boulder area since 2007, I bring my background in somatic psychology, systems theory, neuropsychology, and working with members of the LGBTQIAP+ community to my practice. Sessions are geared toward tailoring tools to alleviate suffering, decrease conflict, and increase joy in your life outside of the therapy room. I am continually inspired by the courage, dedication and positive change I see in my clients. Let's work together in the journey toward the balanced and rich life you have envisioned for yourself.
Scholar Counseling Services (Colorado)
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80301 (Online Only)
SCS provides online counseling services to adolescents and young adults who are preparing for college, graduate school, or wish to enhance their undergraduate college experience. Our counselors are passionate about helping clients develop measurable and achievable goals. Clients can gain a competitive edge by working with one of our dedicated mental health counselors. Counseling services are available online and at diverse times. By providing a safe therapeutic environment, clients are able to increase self-awareness, establish goals, and make behavioral changes to maintain healthy living habits.
SCS provides online counseling services to adolescents and young adults who are preparing for college, graduate school, or wish to enhance their undergraduate college experience. Our counselors are passionate about helping clients develop measurable and achievable goals. Clients can gain a competitive edge by working with one of our dedicated mental health counselors. Counseling services are available online and at diverse times. By providing a safe therapeutic environment, clients are able to increase self-awareness, establish goals, and make behavioral changes to maintain healthy living habits.
Brittney Frankson
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80302 (Online Only)
Life can be full of challenges that can make you anxious and depressed. No matter what kind of distress you are experiencing, seeking support can help you get back on your feet and thrive in ways you never thought possible. I help my clients gain insight into their emotional lives and relationships. Together, we can work on your goals at your pace so that you can feel confident in yourself and your coping abilities in time. I look forward to working with you; book a free consultation to see if we could be a good fit for each other!
Life can be full of challenges that can make you anxious and depressed. No matter what kind of distress you are experiencing, seeking support can help you get back on your feet and thrive in ways you never thought possible. I help my clients gain insight into their emotional lives and relationships. Together, we can work on your goals at your pace so that you can feel confident in yourself and your coping abilities in time. I look forward to working with you; book a free consultation to see if we could be a good fit for each other!
Lisa Shanken
AADP, RYT, CPT, YTT
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80302
Do you struggle to manage your day-to-day activities and “executive functioning” (your ability to focus, overcome distractions, stay organized, and feel a sense of accomplishment by achieving your goals)? Do you have learning differences (ADHD/ADD, non-verbal learning disorders (NVLD), processing disorders) that negatively impact your mental health struggles like addiction, anxiety, depression, and mood/personality disorders? I can empower you to master healthy habits and life skills so you can overcome these challenges, regain your self-confidence, accomplish your day-to-day goals, and set your life on a happier and healthier track
Do you struggle to manage your day-to-day activities and “executive functioning” (your ability to focus, overcome distractions, stay organized, and feel a sense of accomplishment by achieving your goals)? Do you have learning differences (ADHD/ADD, non-verbal learning disorders (NVLD), processing disorders) that negatively impact your mental health struggles like addiction, anxiety, depression, and mood/personality disorders? I can empower you to master healthy habits and life skills so you can overcome these challenges, regain your self-confidence, accomplish your day-to-day goals, and set your life on a happier and healthier track
Tim Kleinknecht
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80303
Hey! I’m Tim, and I specialize in helping high schoolers, college students, and young adults find meaning and feel more grounded. Life as a young person can be tough. You might be struggling with anxious thoughts and feelings, navigating your relationships and responsibilities, and building your identity. It’s understandable if you feel overwhelmed by these things, and therapy can help. I provide a friendly, nonjudgemental space to help you learn more about yourself, create change, and ultimately feel better.
Hey! I’m Tim, and I specialize in helping high schoolers, college students, and young adults find meaning and feel more grounded. Life as a young person can be tough. You might be struggling with anxious thoughts and feelings, navigating your relationships and responsibilities, and building your identity. It’s understandable if you feel overwhelmed by these things, and therapy can help. I provide a friendly, nonjudgemental space to help you learn more about yourself, create change, and ultimately feel better.
Porchlight Therapy and Addiction, Kathryn McGuirk
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CACII, EMDR
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80302
Are you unhappy with your life or unfulfilled in your relationships? Do you feel overwhelmed by worry, sadness, anxiety or uncertainty? Sometimes we just get stuck and find that coping on our own isn't working. My passion is working with college students and young adults to provide supportive therapy around a variety of issues that feel too big to manage on your own anymore. I use evidenced- based interventions specializing in depression, anxiety, relationships and behavior patterns, as well as addiction issues. I am accepting new clients and will respond the same day.
Are you unhappy with your life or unfulfilled in your relationships? Do you feel overwhelmed by worry, sadness, anxiety or uncertainty? Sometimes we just get stuck and find that coping on our own isn't working. My passion is working with college students and young adults to provide supportive therapy around a variety of issues that feel too big to manage on your own anymore. I use evidenced- based interventions specializing in depression, anxiety, relationships and behavior patterns, as well as addiction issues. I am accepting new clients and will respond the same day.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80302
People's stories are one of the most valuable things we have in life. If you want to have a meaningful relationship with someone, you need to be able to understand your own story. Helping individuals to develop and enhance their personal stories is at the crux of my work as a therapist. We all have public and private lives, and I believe the power of developing the stories behind these separate selves is how people vividly change their lives.
People's stories are one of the most valuable things we have in life. If you want to have a meaningful relationship with someone, you need to be able to understand your own story. Helping individuals to develop and enhance their personal stories is at the crux of my work as a therapist. We all have public and private lives, and I believe the power of developing the stories behind these separate selves is how people vividly change their lives.
Ana Sofia Ferrara
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80301
Important: I only offer telehealth psychotherapy and coaching for now. I believe as humans we are a whole of all of our areas: body, mind, spirit, relationships, energy. All of these aspects are interacting within themselves and the world all the time. I am a best fit for people who want to take responsiblity for themselves and want to build a relationships to their parts. Clients who already are in their spiritual path, or are curious to cultivate one, want to meet their body is the portal to work with emotion, trauma, and capacity for joy.
Important: I only offer telehealth psychotherapy and coaching for now. I believe as humans we are a whole of all of our areas: body, mind, spirit, relationships, energy. All of these aspects are interacting within themselves and the world all the time. I am a best fit for people who want to take responsiblity for themselves and want to build a relationships to their parts. Clients who already are in their spiritual path, or are curious to cultivate one, want to meet their body is the portal to work with emotion, trauma, and capacity for joy.
Eve Halpern
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80301
Embarking on the path of healing and self-exploration is an act of daring. Perhaps the search comes from a place of despair or struggle, yet it is through this gateway of pain that we may find greater meaning and self-compassion. In the process, we may make a friend we have always longed for, ourselves. I would be honored to support your journey of self-discovery and change. I work with individuals, both adults and adolescents. I work with LGBTQIA+ and am adept at navigating issues of gender/sexuality. I am also certified to practice Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP), which can relieve distress and accelerate healing.
Embarking on the path of healing and self-exploration is an act of daring. Perhaps the search comes from a place of despair or struggle, yet it is through this gateway of pain that we may find greater meaning and self-compassion. In the process, we may make a friend we have always longed for, ourselves. I would be honored to support your journey of self-discovery and change. I work with individuals, both adults and adolescents. I work with LGBTQIA+ and am adept at navigating issues of gender/sexuality. I am also certified to practice Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP), which can relieve distress and accelerate healing.
Blake H Baily
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80301
My approach to therapy begins with slowing down, settling in, and getting curious about what your mind and body are trying to tell you. It is important to acknowledge the increasing speed and aggression in our world that can influence our consciousness and behavior - we can sometimes feel we are at the mercy of, or complicit with these environmental forces. I encourage my clients to take full responsibility for the difficult feelings they encounter as we explore behavioral changes that make sense.
My approach to therapy begins with slowing down, settling in, and getting curious about what your mind and body are trying to tell you. It is important to acknowledge the increasing speed and aggression in our world that can influence our consciousness and behavior - we can sometimes feel we are at the mercy of, or complicit with these environmental forces. I encourage my clients to take full responsibility for the difficult feelings they encounter as we explore behavioral changes that make sense.
Moana Kruschwitz
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80302
I believe that there is great power in developing a deeper understanding of who you are, your strengths and weakness, and how your brain functions and adapts-and applying this information to develop ways to manage and communicate your emotions and needs to the important people in your life. I have been working with kids, teens, adults and families for the last 15 years, and find it very meaningful and rewarding. I specialize in anxiety, depression, attachment and neurodevelopmental disorders, using cognitive-behavioral, interpersonal, solution-oriented and family systems based approaches.
I believe that there is great power in developing a deeper understanding of who you are, your strengths and weakness, and how your brain functions and adapts-and applying this information to develop ways to manage and communicate your emotions and needs to the important people in your life. I have been working with kids, teens, adults and families for the last 15 years, and find it very meaningful and rewarding. I specialize in anxiety, depression, attachment and neurodevelopmental disorders, using cognitive-behavioral, interpersonal, solution-oriented and family systems based approaches.
Luke Walljasper
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80304
As we travel along in life, emotional pain and trauma often cause us to fracture and lose touch with ourselves, leaving us scrambling to pick up the pieces–but the good news is we don’t have to go it alone. In a world full of distraction and overstimulation, it is an act of rebellion to slow down, look within, and feel. I see myself as a guide and co-pilot to support you in exploring your emotional landscape and navigating the ever-evolving journey of self-discovery. I’ve had the honor of helping clients work through anxiety, depression, complex trauma, PTSD, addiction, terminal illness, men’s issues, and relationship troubles.
As we travel along in life, emotional pain and trauma often cause us to fracture and lose touch with ourselves, leaving us scrambling to pick up the pieces–but the good news is we don’t have to go it alone. In a world full of distraction and overstimulation, it is an act of rebellion to slow down, look within, and feel. I see myself as a guide and co-pilot to support you in exploring your emotional landscape and navigating the ever-evolving journey of self-discovery. I’ve had the honor of helping clients work through anxiety, depression, complex trauma, PTSD, addiction, terminal illness, men’s issues, and relationship troubles.
Tatum Elizabeth Oman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80302 (Online Only)
I am lucky to be doing what I do. I get to shed light and help people get unstuck so to reveal their authentic selves. For 12 years, my main focus was on helping children as young as 3 years old and parents. I am now open to working with all ages. I have an eclectic approach which includes client-centered, experiential and existential therapy. I allow the person to go at their pace so to address things when ready and with encouragement when needed. I help gain perspective, have accountability, learn about feelings and coping skills, increase self confidence and self esteem and process trauma.
I am lucky to be doing what I do. I get to shed light and help people get unstuck so to reveal their authentic selves. For 12 years, my main focus was on helping children as young as 3 years old and parents. I am now open to working with all ages. I have an eclectic approach which includes client-centered, experiential and existential therapy. I allow the person to go at their pace so to address things when ready and with encouragement when needed. I help gain perspective, have accountability, learn about feelings and coping skills, increase self confidence and self esteem and process trauma.
Blossom Holistic Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80302 (Online Only)
Do you feel burnt out from trying to make people happy? Do relationships make you feel anxious? Do you want change but just feel "stuck"? If this resonates with you, I may be the therapist for you! I am Danielle Oliver and the owner of Blossom Holistic Therapy. I specialize in treating individuals with symptoms of anxiety, past trauma, and relationship issues. I enjoy working with grief/loss (including pet loss), depression, spirituality, creatives, and empaths or highly sensitive people (HSP's). I also have passion for those working in helping professions struggling with compassion fatigue and vicarious trauma.
Do you feel burnt out from trying to make people happy? Do relationships make you feel anxious? Do you want change but just feel "stuck"? If this resonates with you, I may be the therapist for you! I am Danielle Oliver and the owner of Blossom Holistic Therapy. I specialize in treating individuals with symptoms of anxiety, past trauma, and relationship issues. I enjoy working with grief/loss (including pet loss), depression, spirituality, creatives, and empaths or highly sensitive people (HSP's). I also have passion for those working in helping professions struggling with compassion fatigue and vicarious trauma.
Tristam Miles
Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80304
I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate and specialize in neurotherapy. I hold a master’s degree in mindfulness based mental health counseling from Naropa University and am board certified in EEG neurofeedback. I'm passionate about using proven strategies to help you achieve your life goals and find deeper connection with yourself and others. Since the symptoms you're experiencing have predictable brain signatures, we can use a brain map to assess how brain functioning is contributing to what you're feeling. Neurofeedback then trains the brain back in the direction of healthy functioning so that you're feeling better faster.
I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate and specialize in neurotherapy. I hold a master’s degree in mindfulness based mental health counseling from Naropa University and am board certified in EEG neurofeedback. I'm passionate about using proven strategies to help you achieve your life goals and find deeper connection with yourself and others. Since the symptoms you're experiencing have predictable brain signatures, we can use a brain map to assess how brain functioning is contributing to what you're feeling. Neurofeedback then trains the brain back in the direction of healthy functioning so that you're feeling better faster.
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Number of Therapists in Boulder, CO
1,000+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Boulder, CO who prioritize treating:
92% | Anxiety |
85% | Depression |
84% | Relationship Issues |
79% | Self Esteem |
76% | Trauma and PTSD |
70% | Stress |
70% | Life Transitions |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
69% | Aetna |
61% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
59% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in Boulder, CO see their clients
71% | In Person and Online | |
29% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
75% | Female | |
22% | Male | |
3% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Boulder?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.