Relational Therapists in 80203
Alexa firmly believes that all humans are born with their truest Selves at their core, are extremely resilient, and possess the resources within themselves to recover, heal, grow, and thrive. This belief in the inherent strength of her clients is the foundation of her therapeutic approach. She puts trust in human connection and wants to learn about her clients and their relationships on a deeper level, empowering them to take control of their healing journey. As a budding relational somatic therapist with over nine years of experience as a licensed massage therapist, she is passionate about the mind-body connection
Alexa firmly believes that all humans are born with their truest Selves at their core, are extremely resilient, and possess the resources within themselves to recover, heal, grow, and thrive. This belief in the inherent strength of her clients is the foundation of her therapeutic approach. She puts trust in human connection and wants to learn about her clients and their relationships on a deeper level, empowering them to take control of their healing journey. As a budding relational somatic therapist with over nine years of experience as a licensed massage therapist, she is passionate about the mind-body connection
*CapHill/Cherry Creek* I view trust and authenticity as essential conditions for positive, lasting change to occur through the therapeutic process. My down to earth, relational, and evidence-based approach to treatment enables me to create a nonjudgmental, productive space for clients of all ages to explore their thoughts, feelings, relationships, and experiences. Every therapeutic relationship is different. Therefore, I utilize a strengths-based, collaborative approach to provide clients with an individualized therapeutic experience that effectively captures their experiences and their goals.
*CapHill/Cherry Creek* I view trust and authenticity as essential conditions for positive, lasting change to occur through the therapeutic process. My down to earth, relational, and evidence-based approach to treatment enables me to create a nonjudgmental, productive space for clients of all ages to explore their thoughts, feelings, relationships, and experiences. Every therapeutic relationship is different. Therefore, I utilize a strengths-based, collaborative approach to provide clients with an individualized therapeutic experience that effectively captures their experiences and their goals.
Kelly Howell
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MA, LPCC, MFTC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80203
I am a relational therapist who supports my clients in their pursuit of healing and integration. I use an attachment-based, trauma-informed approach to all therapy. My clients may feel overwhelmed, stuck, and confused as they go through challenging transitions, relationship difficulties, or begin to face past trauma. I often support couples in deepening their intimacy (emotional and physical) and rebuilding a meaningful sense of connection. I work with all clients to gain more understanding and compassion as we explore the unique challenges they face, past or present.
I am a relational therapist who supports my clients in their pursuit of healing and integration. I use an attachment-based, trauma-informed approach to all therapy. My clients may feel overwhelmed, stuck, and confused as they go through challenging transitions, relationship difficulties, or begin to face past trauma. I often support couples in deepening their intimacy (emotional and physical) and rebuilding a meaningful sense of connection. I work with all clients to gain more understanding and compassion as we explore the unique challenges they face, past or present.
Whether you are seeking to navigate life transitions, deepen self-understanding, heal from past wounds, or repattern relational strategies, I offer gentle, personalized therapeutic experiences tailored to your unique needs.
As a somatic psychotherapist with a passion for helping individuals explore and heal through embodied experiences, I specialize in guiding clients through the profound effects of trauma, particularly early life and developmental trauma, as well as symptoms of anxiety, depression, stress, dissociation, low self-esteem, attachment/ relational issues, and parenting issues. I work with various populations, with a special focus on women, LGBTQIA2S+ population, Spanish speakers, and parents/caregivers.
Whether you are seeking to navigate life transitions, deepen self-understanding, heal from past wounds, or repattern relational strategies, I offer gentle, personalized therapeutic experiences tailored to your unique needs.
As a somatic psychotherapist with a passion for helping individuals explore and heal through embodied experiences, I specialize in guiding clients through the profound effects of trauma, particularly early life and developmental trauma, as well as symptoms of anxiety, depression, stress, dissociation, low self-esteem, attachment/ relational issues, and parenting issues. I work with various populations, with a special focus on women, LGBTQIA2S+ population, Spanish speakers, and parents/caregivers.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist and work with children of all ages, adolescents, adults, and families, and am currently accepting new clients. I approach therapy from a warm and relational framework and believe that therapy is about exploring patterns and looking within. These processes lead to heightened self-awareness and understanding, which break cycles and create lasting change.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist and work with children of all ages, adolescents, adults, and families, and am currently accepting new clients. I approach therapy from a warm and relational framework and believe that therapy is about exploring patterns and looking within. These processes lead to heightened self-awareness and understanding, which break cycles and create lasting change.
I work from a systemic, relational point of view with all my clients so all of my work includes considerations of the clients' families of origin, life experiences, and current relational systems.
If you're feeling stuck in your life or relationships, change is possible. Sometimes, even though there is much love in a relationship, people can't connect. Distance and resentment can grow, making loving and healthy communication impossible. Families can have similar dynamics, people don't feel heard, understood, or valued. These most important connections can break down and the family doesn't function in a way that works for everyone. These issues can intesify in the face of trauma, divorce, or the diagnosis of special needs in children. In these intense times people need support so they can grow, individually and together.
I work from a systemic, relational point of view with all my clients so all of my work includes considerations of the clients' families of origin, life experiences, and current relational systems.
If you're feeling stuck in your life or relationships, change is possible. Sometimes, even though there is much love in a relationship, people can't connect. Distance and resentment can grow, making loving and healthy communication impossible. Families can have similar dynamics, people don't feel heard, understood, or valued. These most important connections can break down and the family doesn't function in a way that works for everyone. These issues can intesify in the face of trauma, divorce, or the diagnosis of special needs in children. In these intense times people need support so they can grow, individually and together.
Lindsey Michal
Pre-Licensed Professional, LPCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80203 (Online Only)
I primarily come from an attachment-based, relational approach where what matters most is being two humans together.
Hi! My name is Lindsey. I am so glad you are here. A story well told is my favorite piece of the human experience. We all have stories, and at a certain point it is up to us to pick up the pen and decide what our story is and where it's going. Life is both what happens to us that is outside of our control, as well as how we respond to it that is within our control. As your therapist, my hope is to empower you to become the author of your story and provide you with the support, guidance, and resources you need to be able to do so.
I primarily come from an attachment-based, relational approach where what matters most is being two humans together.
Hi! My name is Lindsey. I am so glad you are here. A story well told is my favorite piece of the human experience. We all have stories, and at a certain point it is up to us to pick up the pen and decide what our story is and where it's going. Life is both what happens to us that is outside of our control, as well as how we respond to it that is within our control. As your therapist, my hope is to empower you to become the author of your story and provide you with the support, guidance, and resources you need to be able to do so.
Nich Dhillon
Marriage and Family Therapist Candidate, MFTC, LAC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80203
As relational beings, the experience of feeling connected to our authentic self and that of others is essential to wellness. Investigating the multi-layered stories that are told about us, which often inform how we view ourselves, is critical to finding alternative ways of stepping into the power of our truths. Exploring, and interrogating, the messages that are intimately tied to culture, ancestry, and community can offer wisdom necessary in addressing problems in living folks experience. Whether seeking individual, relational, or family therapy, I believe the healing journey is inherently a collective one.
As relational beings, the experience of feeling connected to our authentic self and that of others is essential to wellness. Investigating the multi-layered stories that are told about us, which often inform how we view ourselves, is critical to finding alternative ways of stepping into the power of our truths. Exploring, and interrogating, the messages that are intimately tied to culture, ancestry, and community can offer wisdom necessary in addressing problems in living folks experience. Whether seeking individual, relational, or family therapy, I believe the healing journey is inherently a collective one.
iAmClinic - LGBTQ Therapy Now Accepting Medicaid
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80203
At iAmClinic, our primary goal is to help the LGBTQ+ community and beyond establish internal solidarity, rooted identities, and long-term relational health. Each member of the iAmClinic team has experienced their own growth and healing, which fosters the excitement to offer the same life-changing process to those in our community. We created a safe place where people can share their stories, their pain, and their confusion, and what we’ve discovered most is that we created a place where people watch their lives change – a place where celebration happens and joy blossoms.
At iAmClinic, our primary goal is to help the LGBTQ+ community and beyond establish internal solidarity, rooted identities, and long-term relational health. Each member of the iAmClinic team has experienced their own growth and healing, which fosters the excitement to offer the same life-changing process to those in our community. We created a safe place where people can share their stories, their pain, and their confusion, and what we’ve discovered most is that we created a place where people watch their lives change – a place where celebration happens and joy blossoms.
Using EMDR, EFT, and attachment-based methods, we’ll break through anxiety, trauma, and relational patterns holding you back.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected in your relationships? You might be struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, or trauma that you’ve managed to cope with for years, but you’re ready for something more. You’re highly motivated and committed to creating real change in your life, and you know that this will require hard work. Maybe your relationships are strained—whether with a partner, family member, or even within yourself—and you’re ready to break free from the patterns holding you back. I’ll help you understand and untangle the mental mess in your head and guide you toward the confidence and clarity you deserve.
Using EMDR, EFT, and attachment-based methods, we’ll break through anxiety, trauma, and relational patterns holding you back.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected in your relationships? You might be struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, or trauma that you’ve managed to cope with for years, but you’re ready for something more. You’re highly motivated and committed to creating real change in your life, and you know that this will require hard work. Maybe your relationships are strained—whether with a partner, family member, or even within yourself—and you’re ready to break free from the patterns holding you back. I’ll help you understand and untangle the mental mess in your head and guide you toward the confidence and clarity you deserve.
Avery Spratt
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, MFTC, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80203
I believe that one of the best things about being human is that we are relational beings; we heal and grow in community with one another.
My clients often find themselves in periods of transitions, feeling misunderstood, and navigating challenges with how they relate to themselves and others. You may be struggling with symptoms of anxiety, depression, and pressure from societal “shoulds”. Perhaps you are hoping to heal from trauma but unsure of where to begin. My individual and relational clients may also be seeking non-pathologizing support in navigating ethical non-monogamy/polyamory at any stage. Navigating the challenges of life can feel hard, scary, and at times, isolating. I am here to support you in that journey.
I believe that one of the best things about being human is that we are relational beings; we heal and grow in community with one another.
My clients often find themselves in periods of transitions, feeling misunderstood, and navigating challenges with how they relate to themselves and others. You may be struggling with symptoms of anxiety, depression, and pressure from societal “shoulds”. Perhaps you are hoping to heal from trauma but unsure of where to begin. My individual and relational clients may also be seeking non-pathologizing support in navigating ethical non-monogamy/polyamory at any stage. Navigating the challenges of life can feel hard, scary, and at times, isolating. I am here to support you in that journey.
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I am passionate about working with individuals going through life transitions, grief and loss issues, relationship and attachment concerns, and for those in the LGBTQIA+ community. I am also very experienced working with mood disorders, anxiety, ADHD, gender dysphoria, and relational issues. My approach is largely relational and insight-oriented. WPATH letters. Aetna United Self-Pay
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I have experience in early childhood relational assessments, diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, learning disorders, behavioral needs, adult learning batteries, and school testing.
Being a child, a parent, an adult, and person in relationship can be hard. I work with individuals from infants (and their caregivers) to adults to help with these important and challenging life stages. Oftentimes we do not realize we have patterns of behavior that at one time protected us, yet now can cause harm. Through our work together, you will gain greater insight and understanding of these unhelpful cycles and your own life experiences, so you can create meaningful change in your life. I also work with young adults working through life transitions, career changes, and making sense of their childhood as well as couples.
I have experience in early childhood relational assessments, diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, learning disorders, behavioral needs, adult learning batteries, and school testing.
Being a child, a parent, an adult, and person in relationship can be hard. I work with individuals from infants (and their caregivers) to adults to help with these important and challenging life stages. Oftentimes we do not realize we have patterns of behavior that at one time protected us, yet now can cause harm. Through our work together, you will gain greater insight and understanding of these unhelpful cycles and your own life experiences, so you can create meaningful change in your life. I also work with young adults working through life transitions, career changes, and making sense of their childhood as well as couples.
Kayla Festa
Marriage and Family Therapist Candidate, MFTC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80203
As an individual and relational therapist with special interest in men's issues, addiction/substance use, neurodivergence and mood disorders, I'm here to help you uncover the obstacles that are blocking you from living the life you desire.
There’s no denying it; we exist in relationship. Relationships are critical to our survival and well-being, yet, at times, they can be so hard! Whether single or in a relationship, the “how” of building and maintaining meaningful connection is often what keeps us up at night. The good news? You don’t need to navigate it all alone.
As an individual and relational therapist with special interest in men's issues, addiction/substance use, neurodivergence and mood disorders, I'm here to help you uncover the obstacles that are blocking you from living the life you desire.
There’s no denying it; we exist in relationship. Relationships are critical to our survival and well-being, yet, at times, they can be so hard! Whether single or in a relationship, the “how” of building and maintaining meaningful connection is often what keeps us up at night. The good news? You don’t need to navigate it all alone.
As a gay/queer cis-gendered, male therapist, my goal is to create camaraderie for clients to process layers of trauma to topics such as heteronormative standards, societal pressures, gender dysphoria, relational dynamics, or religious oppression.
Many of us experience intense emotions without a rule book on how to let it move through us. At a young age, we subconsciously take on stories that stick with us and they can often manifest the way we relate to others, our internal world, and the world around us. Whether it is a story that we internalize of being too much or not enough, I want therapy to be a safe container to explore the stories that may be creating shame or holding us back from our highest potential in life. I believe that therapy can be a space to build the internal tools to be able to better communicate and express emotions.
As a gay/queer cis-gendered, male therapist, my goal is to create camaraderie for clients to process layers of trauma to topics such as heteronormative standards, societal pressures, gender dysphoria, relational dynamics, or religious oppression.
Many of us experience intense emotions without a rule book on how to let it move through us. At a young age, we subconsciously take on stories that stick with us and they can often manifest the way we relate to others, our internal world, and the world around us. Whether it is a story that we internalize of being too much or not enough, I want therapy to be a safe container to explore the stories that may be creating shame or holding us back from our highest potential in life. I believe that therapy can be a space to build the internal tools to be able to better communicate and express emotions.
In working extensively with severe problems of addiction, suicidality, uncontrollable mood and anxiety symptoms, relational rupture and self-destruction, I can assure you there is always hope.
I offer a range of specialty services that generally fall outside the typical categories and tend to use a “whole person” approach to treatment and stabilization, though over the last 10+ years of intensive couple’s and individual work I’ve treated almost everything and welcome all issues large or small, no matter the complexity. I offer Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy as well as Spiritual Emergence Coaching and meditation training for issues where mental health and spirituality meet. Lastly, I offer specialty testing to precisely identify problems and diagnoses, then use these to best determine what treatment will be most helpful.
In working extensively with severe problems of addiction, suicidality, uncontrollable mood and anxiety symptoms, relational rupture and self-destruction, I can assure you there is always hope.
I offer a range of specialty services that generally fall outside the typical categories and tend to use a “whole person” approach to treatment and stabilization, though over the last 10+ years of intensive couple’s and individual work I’ve treated almost everything and welcome all issues large or small, no matter the complexity. I offer Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy as well as Spiritual Emergence Coaching and meditation training for issues where mental health and spirituality meet. Lastly, I offer specialty testing to precisely identify problems and diagnoses, then use these to best determine what treatment will be most helpful.
Tara Barrett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80203
I take a very relational approach to therapy.
From an outsider's perspective, you have it all together. But internally, you're exhausted, yet somehow feel like you're never doing enough. Sitting with your own thoughts and feelings is so overwhelming, that you’d rather distract with work, hobbies or relationships. Sometimes even knowing what you feel and need is complicated, because you are so used to putting the needs of others before your own. If these feel familiar, I'm with you, and I'd love to be a support for you. Let’s quiet that inner critic and make space for a voice with a bit more kindness, gentleness and confidence.
I take a very relational approach to therapy.
From an outsider's perspective, you have it all together. But internally, you're exhausted, yet somehow feel like you're never doing enough. Sitting with your own thoughts and feelings is so overwhelming, that you’d rather distract with work, hobbies or relationships. Sometimes even knowing what you feel and need is complicated, because you are so used to putting the needs of others before your own. If these feel familiar, I'm with you, and I'd love to be a support for you. Let’s quiet that inner critic and make space for a voice with a bit more kindness, gentleness and confidence.
Dr. Schriber works with a wide variety of presenting issues, including relational/interpersonal concerns, self-esteem, family of origin concerns, identity development, shame, grief/loss, life transitions, complex trauma, gender violence, and women's issues. She provides couples therapy and practices from an emotion-focused therapy lens to help couples work through concerns related to disconnection. Dr. Schriber provides psychotherapy to adults and adolescents (16+) and psychological assessment services to adolescents and adults. She currently works with individuals, couples, and groups.
Dr. Schriber works with a wide variety of presenting issues, including relational/interpersonal concerns, self-esteem, family of origin concerns, identity development, shame, grief/loss, life transitions, complex trauma, gender violence, and women's issues. She provides couples therapy and practices from an emotion-focused therapy lens to help couples work through concerns related to disconnection. Dr. Schriber provides psychotherapy to adults and adolescents (16+) and psychological assessment services to adolescents and adults. She currently works with individuals, couples, and groups.
I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, trauma/PTSD, relational issues, and self-acceptance.
I'd like to offer you a warm welcome to Unstuck Therapy where I specialize in LGBTQIA+ individuals and men's issues. I know that life's challenges can often get in our way causing us to get stuck in our relationships, our jobs, our choices, and even our own heads. However, I also know that each of us has the ability to live a fulfilling and meaningful life. I have had the privilege of helping people find joy and contentment by providing a safe, accepting, and nonjudgmental therapeutic space. I am happy to provide you with the tools that can help you get unstuck. Please don't hesitate to be in touch. I'm here to help.
I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, trauma/PTSD, relational issues, and self-acceptance.
I'd like to offer you a warm welcome to Unstuck Therapy where I specialize in LGBTQIA+ individuals and men's issues. I know that life's challenges can often get in our way causing us to get stuck in our relationships, our jobs, our choices, and even our own heads. However, I also know that each of us has the ability to live a fulfilling and meaningful life. I have had the privilege of helping people find joy and contentment by providing a safe, accepting, and nonjudgmental therapeutic space. I am happy to provide you with the tools that can help you get unstuck. Please don't hesitate to be in touch. I'm here to help.
Tanner Straight
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80203
I practice through an emotional focused, person-centered, and relational lens.
My goal is to improve relationships, sex, intimacy, sexuality and gender identity to enhance quality of life. I strive to create a safe and accepting space to explore and discover an authentic lifestyle within these aspects of life. Through a sex positive approach, the goal is to reduce shame and enhance authenticity. Beginning with the exploration with relationship to self, my clients are able to enhance their relationships with others. Challenging the messages, beliefs and values family and societal has created allows for clients to learn and create their own narrative for the life that aligns with them.
I practice through an emotional focused, person-centered, and relational lens.
My goal is to improve relationships, sex, intimacy, sexuality and gender identity to enhance quality of life. I strive to create a safe and accepting space to explore and discover an authentic lifestyle within these aspects of life. Through a sex positive approach, the goal is to reduce shame and enhance authenticity. Beginning with the exploration with relationship to self, my clients are able to enhance their relationships with others. Challenging the messages, beliefs and values family and societal has created allows for clients to learn and create their own narrative for the life that aligns with them.
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Relational Therapists
How does relational therapy work?
Relational therapy was developed by psychologist Jean Miller, whose ideas stressed that having strong connections with others encourages better health and well-being when compared with a lonely existence. Conversely, poor interpersonal relationships do not foster growth and learning. Relational therapy also encourages trust in others and patience with others, along with better communication and less conflict.
Is relational therapy evidence-based?
Relational therapy is not well-studied, and it may not be as effective in treating certain mental health conditions when compared with evidence-based treatments like cognitive behavioral or acceptance and commitment therapy. However, relational therapy uses techniques found in cognitive behavioral therapy as well as psychodynamic therapy, which are both well-studied with empirical research.
How long are people typically in relational therapy?
Clients may see improvement after a few weeks or months of therapy. Like cognitive behavioral therapy, relational therapy can reduce symptoms within 10 to 20 weeks, at 45 to 50 minutes once a week. But like any type of therapy, improvement depends on the person and the severity of the problem.
Does relational therapy work?
While no therapy type will work for everyone, some evidence suggests that this therapy can be effective. Relational therapy can help a person manage problematic relationships as well as the mental health conditions that accompany difficult relationships like depression or anxiety. This therapy type may offer benefits that are hard to measure but can be just as valuable—including feelings of higher self-worth or healthier connections with others.