Therapists in Centennial, CO
The Awakened Mind Institute (AMI)
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Centennial, CO 80112
At the Awakened Mind Institute (AMI), we have top specialists in the treatment of borderline personality disorder (BPD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), complex post-traumatic stress disorder (C-PTSD), bipolar depression (BD), couples and family therapy, eating disorders, and poly substance dependence. With over 16,000 hours of collective treatment time, we am among the most experienced and effective clinicians in the greater Denver area for these disorders.
At the Awakened Mind Institute (AMI), we have top specialists in the treatment of borderline personality disorder (BPD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), complex post-traumatic stress disorder (C-PTSD), bipolar depression (BD), couples and family therapy, eating disorders, and poly substance dependence. With over 16,000 hours of collective treatment time, we am among the most experienced and effective clinicians in the greater Denver area for these disorders.
Abigail Reeves
LPC Intern
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Centennial, CO 80111
We are all just humans trying to navigate life's challenges. I hope to be a compassionate guide in your unique journey. Understanding the complexities of the human mind is tough. I aim to provide a safe space where you can explore your emotions, thoughts, and experiences. Together, we'll delve into discovering a deeper understanding of self, while working to promote lasting healing. I am passionate about providing help in the best way possible that is specific to your needs. I hope to be a helping hand in developing understanding and empowerment in your therapeutic journey towards healing.
We are all just humans trying to navigate life's challenges. I hope to be a compassionate guide in your unique journey. Understanding the complexities of the human mind is tough. I aim to provide a safe space where you can explore your emotions, thoughts, and experiences. Together, we'll delve into discovering a deeper understanding of self, while working to promote lasting healing. I am passionate about providing help in the best way possible that is specific to your needs. I hope to be a helping hand in developing understanding and empowerment in your therapeutic journey towards healing.
Kimberly M Muhlenbruch
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC-S, MFTC
Verified Verified
Centennial, CO 80112
Feeling/thinking that your coping skills no longer serve you, alone, out of control, helpless, hopeless, having trouble in your relationship, etc? I’d love to provide support to you, your family, you & your partner, or your child along the way while you work in concert to find the root of the “problem” that is manifesting itself in the symptoms that you're experiencing. I'm, to the utmost, passionate about helping people. I foster a safe environment that's entirely non-judgmental where you can feel free to express yourself. I truly believe that a healthy counseling relationship is instrumental in promoting growth and happiness.
Feeling/thinking that your coping skills no longer serve you, alone, out of control, helpless, hopeless, having trouble in your relationship, etc? I’d love to provide support to you, your family, you & your partner, or your child along the way while you work in concert to find the root of the “problem” that is manifesting itself in the symptoms that you're experiencing. I'm, to the utmost, passionate about helping people. I foster a safe environment that's entirely non-judgmental where you can feel free to express yourself. I truly believe that a healthy counseling relationship is instrumental in promoting growth and happiness.
Dr. Justin Michener
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Centennial, CO 80111
I am a Psychologist with over a decade of experience providing psychological evaluation and psychotherapy to adolescents and adults experiencing a wide range of emotional and behavioral challenges. I am a partner at The Arete Center and I founded and run the center's ADHD Clinic for Adults & Emerging Adults. We provide comprehensive assessment and diagnosis and a full array of clinical services to address Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder and Executive Dysfunction for high schoolers, college students, young adults, and adults.
I am a Psychologist with over a decade of experience providing psychological evaluation and psychotherapy to adolescents and adults experiencing a wide range of emotional and behavioral challenges. I am a partner at The Arete Center and I founded and run the center's ADHD Clinic for Adults & Emerging Adults. We provide comprehensive assessment and diagnosis and a full array of clinical services to address Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder and Executive Dysfunction for high schoolers, college students, young adults, and adults.
Eddie Eccker
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Centennial, CO 80112
Marriage Counseling? I specialize in helping relationships re-develop trust, intimacy, and greater communication. Whether you are an individual, a couple (married or not), near divorce, or simply desire greater levels of intimacy in your relationships give me a call. I am passionate about helping you develop the relationships you were supposed to have. My style of counseling is direct, collaborative, and usually accompanied by laughter. Location: Monday & Wednesday in Centennial - Tuesdays & Thursdays in Castle Rock
Marriage Counseling? I specialize in helping relationships re-develop trust, intimacy, and greater communication. Whether you are an individual, a couple (married or not), near divorce, or simply desire greater levels of intimacy in your relationships give me a call. I am passionate about helping you develop the relationships you were supposed to have. My style of counseling is direct, collaborative, and usually accompanied by laughter. Location: Monday & Wednesday in Centennial - Tuesdays & Thursdays in Castle Rock
Jane Irvine MA, LPC
Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Centennial, CO 80112
My approach is practical, open and straightforward while maintaining warmth and respect. I believe every person has the capacity to grow and change, given the internal resources and the courage to make the attempt. Together we can enhance self reflection, stimulate self renewal, and guide introspection. I use a family systems approach, with psychoanalytic and humanistic techniques. I also apply art and play therapy techniques with children and adults. Often I will give homework assignments and offer reading resources. I am trained in the use of EMDR and use EMDR techniques and processes.
My approach is practical, open and straightforward while maintaining warmth and respect. I believe every person has the capacity to grow and change, given the internal resources and the courage to make the attempt. Together we can enhance self reflection, stimulate self renewal, and guide introspection. I use a family systems approach, with psychoanalytic and humanistic techniques. I also apply art and play therapy techniques with children and adults. Often I will give homework assignments and offer reading resources. I am trained in the use of EMDR and use EMDR techniques and processes.
Sharona Stone, Med, lcsw, dch, llc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MEd, LCSW, DCH, LLC
Verified Verified
Centennial, CO 80112
Life can be a challenging journey. How are you at navigating the bumps in the road? Do you have the skills you need? Are you feeling disappointed in yourself and often frustrated with others? Is it challenging for you to express your needs in ways that you feel heard? When you are upset or frustrated, have you pushed others away, sabotaging relationships? Is it difficult to set and achieve goals? Understandably, frustrations intensify when efforts are unsuccessful. If you have thought "life will get easier when ..." and you are still waiting at a long red light, let's talk.
Life can be a challenging journey. How are you at navigating the bumps in the road? Do you have the skills you need? Are you feeling disappointed in yourself and often frustrated with others? Is it challenging for you to express your needs in ways that you feel heard? When you are upset or frustrated, have you pushed others away, sabotaging relationships? Is it difficult to set and achieve goals? Understandably, frustrations intensify when efforts are unsuccessful. If you have thought "life will get easier when ..." and you are still waiting at a long red light, let's talk.
Dr. Chris Stanley
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Centennial, CO 80111
Traditional, in-person, face-to-face psychotherapy. I have over 20 years experience in offering something substantive in a field full of quick fixes and surface change. Maybe you have been through counseling before and found that concrete coping strategies and tools didn't make a dent, or you have never engaged in therapy and are looking for an open space to explore and dig in deeply. If you're struggling with long-standing emotional or relational difficulties, it may be time to address the root causes of these things. I would be honored to help you change your life, your relationships, and yourself in deep and lasting ways.
Traditional, in-person, face-to-face psychotherapy. I have over 20 years experience in offering something substantive in a field full of quick fixes and surface change. Maybe you have been through counseling before and found that concrete coping strategies and tools didn't make a dent, or you have never engaged in therapy and are looking for an open space to explore and dig in deeply. If you're struggling with long-standing emotional or relational difficulties, it may be time to address the root causes of these things. I would be honored to help you change your life, your relationships, and yourself in deep and lasting ways.
Amanda Fisher
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Centennial, CO 80111
Amanda Fisher, Ph.D., is a clinical psychologist licensed in Colorado.
Amanda Fisher, Ph.D., is a clinical psychologist licensed in Colorado.
Lindsay Williams
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Centennial, CO 80015
Hello! I am a Texas and Colorado Telehealth therapist who is passionate about working with young professionals and adults wrestling with self-worth due to family of origin and relational issues. I strongly believe in value-driven behaviors and encourage clients dealing with an array of struggles to this end. Through incorporating DBT skills and practices alongside professional experience with complex family systems, substance use, depression, anxiety, and divorce, I aim to help clients relate differently to pain while creating the life they desire.
Hello! I am a Texas and Colorado Telehealth therapist who is passionate about working with young professionals and adults wrestling with self-worth due to family of origin and relational issues. I strongly believe in value-driven behaviors and encourage clients dealing with an array of struggles to this end. Through incorporating DBT skills and practices alongside professional experience with complex family systems, substance use, depression, anxiety, and divorce, I aim to help clients relate differently to pain while creating the life they desire.
Elaine Louise Blinn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW, BCD
Verified Verified
Centennial, CO 80112
Hi! I am Elaine Blinn - a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I am located in Southeast Denver right off I-25 and Arapahoe Road. I make my own appointments and can work with your needs with a flexible schedule. I enjoy working with a variety of age groups - from children, teens and adults as well as older adults. I have a special interest in working with depression, loss and grief and chronic and acute health issues.
Hi! I am Elaine Blinn - a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I am located in Southeast Denver right off I-25 and Arapahoe Road. I make my own appointments and can work with your needs with a flexible schedule. I enjoy working with a variety of age groups - from children, teens and adults as well as older adults. I have a special interest in working with depression, loss and grief and chronic and acute health issues.
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Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Centennial, CO 80112
My clients find themselves struggling with work satisfication, divorce, anxiety, depression, and coparenting challenges. Finding a safe place for you to be heard and seen is my goal. I work with individuals, families, couples, and kids ages 10 and up. Family therapy is a great space to establish a foundation for peace within your home. Reunification therapy is creating space for healing of a parent child relationship where appropriate. Additionally, I offer therapeutic visitation or Family Time/Supervised Parenting. Our center employs several Therapists and Parenting Time Supervisors. We are the one stop for family healing.
My clients find themselves struggling with work satisfication, divorce, anxiety, depression, and coparenting challenges. Finding a safe place for you to be heard and seen is my goal. I work with individuals, families, couples, and kids ages 10 and up. Family therapy is a great space to establish a foundation for peace within your home. Reunification therapy is creating space for healing of a parent child relationship where appropriate. Additionally, I offer therapeutic visitation or Family Time/Supervised Parenting. Our center employs several Therapists and Parenting Time Supervisors. We are the one stop for family healing.
Athlete Insight
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Centennial, CO 80112
Do you excel in training but continue to disappoint yourself in competition? Do you wonder how your mental health impacts your performance? Are you looking for effective ways to improve your mental health and/or performance? Now, more than ever, athletes and high-performing individuals feel anxious, overwhelmed and uncertain about how to be their best when the standards for success continue to stretch human capacities. Not addressing these feelings of doubt and uncertainty can lead to long-term effects on tryouts, call-ups, college admissions, or job applications.
Do you excel in training but continue to disappoint yourself in competition? Do you wonder how your mental health impacts your performance? Are you looking for effective ways to improve your mental health and/or performance? Now, more than ever, athletes and high-performing individuals feel anxious, overwhelmed and uncertain about how to be their best when the standards for success continue to stretch human capacities. Not addressing these feelings of doubt and uncertainty can lead to long-term effects on tryouts, call-ups, college admissions, or job applications.
Kimberly Miñoso Smith
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Centennial, CO 80112
New in-person clients accepted MAY 2024. I enjoy working with adults, teens (17+), and couples. As a second-generation Latina and in-betweener, I thrive in working with people from various backgrounds and identities and center our therapeutic work on justice, critical consciousness, cultural relevance, and deep inner exploration and processing.
New in-person clients accepted MAY 2024. I enjoy working with adults, teens (17+), and couples. As a second-generation Latina and in-betweener, I thrive in working with people from various backgrounds and identities and center our therapeutic work on justice, critical consciousness, cultural relevance, and deep inner exploration and processing.
Annette Vanvleet
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Centennial, CO 80112
Annette VanVleet is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 20 years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about helping children, adolescents, adults, families and couples address unique challenges and live more fulfilled lives. Annette specializes in depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, ADHD/ADD, and relationship issues.
Annette VanVleet is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 20 years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about helping children, adolescents, adults, families and couples address unique challenges and live more fulfilled lives. Annette specializes in depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, ADHD/ADD, and relationship issues.
Claudia Nell Hawley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, ASAT, CTMH
Verified Verified
Centennial, CO 80111
Finding peace in a complex world often involves seeking answers to sensitive and sometimes distressing questions. Unexpected loss, childhood traumas, and relationship distress lead to distress and disconnection from others. My therapeutic work is attachment-based and trauma informed to foster kindness, compassion, and respect for the whole person (mind, body, and spirit). I work with individuals, teens, and couples. I have advanced training in infidelity and affair recovery for couples, betrayal trauma, and partner recovery, as well as the use of EMDR with complex trauma. Additionally I am a Level 3 Gottman Method Therapist.
Finding peace in a complex world often involves seeking answers to sensitive and sometimes distressing questions. Unexpected loss, childhood traumas, and relationship distress lead to distress and disconnection from others. My therapeutic work is attachment-based and trauma informed to foster kindness, compassion, and respect for the whole person (mind, body, and spirit). I work with individuals, teens, and couples. I have advanced training in infidelity and affair recovery for couples, betrayal trauma, and partner recovery, as well as the use of EMDR with complex trauma. Additionally I am a Level 3 Gottman Method Therapist.
Christine Denlinger
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Centennial, CO 80112
Today's world is full of challenges and stressors that can feel overwhelming making it difficult at times to live your life in a way that brings contentment. It is difficult to have fulfilling relationships, internal peace and a sense of purposefulness when you feel like you are just surviving life. Sometimes it's hard to know how to change and feeling stuck often leads to symptoms of anxiety and depression or makes existing mental health issues even worse. If this is your situation you are not alone and you don't have to continue to live this way. Counseling provides you with resources and support to change.
Today's world is full of challenges and stressors that can feel overwhelming making it difficult at times to live your life in a way that brings contentment. It is difficult to have fulfilling relationships, internal peace and a sense of purposefulness when you feel like you are just surviving life. Sometimes it's hard to know how to change and feeling stuck often leads to symptoms of anxiety and depression or makes existing mental health issues even worse. If this is your situation you are not alone and you don't have to continue to live this way. Counseling provides you with resources and support to change.
Sarah Wells
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Centennial, CO 80111
Not accepting new clients
Are you feeling like you are faltering after having too many challenges? I see women & men who need support so they can manage the complications facing them. Often the vicissitudes of life catch up with us and we need support. I have experience with highly sensitive individuals, grief issues, neurodivergence, ADHD and other issues causing discord. Together, we figure out how to unwind traumas, diagnosis, losses or whatever has happened, to help you to take care of your self, gain perspective and feel better. I offer confidential, supportive, intelligent and thoughtful depth therapy so you can be at your best.
Are you feeling like you are faltering after having too many challenges? I see women & men who need support so they can manage the complications facing them. Often the vicissitudes of life catch up with us and we need support. I have experience with highly sensitive individuals, grief issues, neurodivergence, ADHD and other issues causing discord. Together, we figure out how to unwind traumas, diagnosis, losses or whatever has happened, to help you to take care of your self, gain perspective and feel better. I offer confidential, supportive, intelligent and thoughtful depth therapy so you can be at your best.
Sarah McKelvey
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Centennial, CO 80122
Would you benefit from a sustained experience of inquiry, empathy, and self- investigation bringing into view your truer nature and yielding deeper sources of security and intelligence? We are a counseling practice in which clinicians have a working knowledge of Eastern wisdom traditions as well as a formal education in Western counseling psychology. We facilitate solace, realization, peace of mind, practical wisdom, and guidance. We work with adults in life transitions who present with anxiety and depression. Please reach out to get set up!
Would you benefit from a sustained experience of inquiry, empathy, and self- investigation bringing into view your truer nature and yielding deeper sources of security and intelligence? We are a counseling practice in which clinicians have a working knowledge of Eastern wisdom traditions as well as a formal education in Western counseling psychology. We facilitate solace, realization, peace of mind, practical wisdom, and guidance. We work with adults in life transitions who present with anxiety and depression. Please reach out to get set up!
Melissa Kurup
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Centennial, CO 80122 (Online Only)
My passion and purpose are to support people in finding their path forward, no matter the stage of life. I am a board certified Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor with nearly 15 years of experience. I specialize in working with adults struggling with symptoms of depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, communication issues, self-esteem, self-doubt, anger and frustration, processing trauma and abuse, parenting and the everyday stressors of life. My integrated approach incorporates aspects of wellness, self-care and mindfulness to support and enhance the work we do. I am no longer offering supervision to LPC-Associates.
My passion and purpose are to support people in finding their path forward, no matter the stage of life. I am a board certified Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor with nearly 15 years of experience. I specialize in working with adults struggling with symptoms of depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, communication issues, self-esteem, self-doubt, anger and frustration, processing trauma and abuse, parenting and the everyday stressors of life. My integrated approach incorporates aspects of wellness, self-care and mindfulness to support and enhance the work we do. I am no longer offering supervision to LPC-Associates.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Centennial, CO
500+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Centennial, CO who prioritize treating:
93% | Anxiety |
90% | Depression |
79% | Relationship Issues |
76% | Trauma and PTSD |
76% | Self Esteem |
69% | Coping Skills |
66% | Grief |
Average years in practice
11 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
68% | Aetna |
62% | Cigna and Evernorth |
59% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Centennial, CO see their clients
85% | In Person and Online | |
15% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
81% | Female | |
18% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
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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.