Motivational Interviewing Therapists in 80208

Katherine Millichamp
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80208
She utilizes various clinical modalities, such as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI).
Kate Millichamp is a master’s level Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in the treatment of depression, anxiety, substance abuse, self-harm, suicidal behavior and ideation, and trauma, including childhood trauma. She is a bilingual therapist in Spanish and English and appreciates working with diverse clients, always adopting a holistic approach and thoroughly exploring social and cultural factors during treatment.
She utilizes various clinical modalities, such as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI).
Kate Millichamp is a master’s level Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in the treatment of depression, anxiety, substance abuse, self-harm, suicidal behavior and ideation, and trauma, including childhood trauma. She is a bilingual therapist in Spanish and English and appreciates working with diverse clients, always adopting a holistic approach and thoroughly exploring social and cultural factors during treatment.
(720) 796-9536 View (720) 796-9536
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Caley Braun
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80208
Trauma and stress shape the way we relate to ourselves, others, and the world, creating patterns of protection that hold us back from living the lives we long for. I see therapy as a collaborative exploration that nurtures connection, invites curiosity, and ultimately leads to inner and outer harmony. I believe the foundation of any healing process is a safe and authentic relationship where all parts of you feel seen and heard. This dynamic fosters the shared connection needed to tune in to difficult emotions and sensations at the right pace for your system and reshape the way you connect with yourself, others, and the world.
Trauma and stress shape the way we relate to ourselves, others, and the world, creating patterns of protection that hold us back from living the lives we long for. I see therapy as a collaborative exploration that nurtures connection, invites curiosity, and ultimately leads to inner and outer harmony. I believe the foundation of any healing process is a safe and authentic relationship where all parts of you feel seen and heard. This dynamic fosters the shared connection needed to tune in to difficult emotions and sensations at the right pace for your system and reshape the way you connect with yourself, others, and the world.
(720) 706-4497 View (720) 706-4497
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Nina Minagawa Psy.d Lac
Psychologist, PsyD, LAC, EMDR
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80208
My passion in psychotherapy is working with adults who struggle with behavioral and mental health issues, including trauma, anxiety ADHD and a variety of personality disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder and addictions. My therapeutic approach is drawn from mindfulness-based therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, behavioral therapy, and a humanistic approach. I also offer Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Exposure and Ritual/Response Prevention (EXRP) as well as EMDR and Prolong Exposure (PE) sessions for trauma treatment. I am a Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology with a Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology.
My passion in psychotherapy is working with adults who struggle with behavioral and mental health issues, including trauma, anxiety ADHD and a variety of personality disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder and addictions. My therapeutic approach is drawn from mindfulness-based therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, behavioral therapy, and a humanistic approach. I also offer Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Exposure and Ritual/Response Prevention (EXRP) as well as EMDR and Prolong Exposure (PE) sessions for trauma treatment. I am a Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology with a Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology.
(720) 704-2133 View (720) 704-2133
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Scott Hutchinson
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80208
I am a caring and compassionate mental health clinician that offers a variety of services for those in need. I specialize in working with adults, couples and adolescents, although I do have a lot of experience working with children as well. My approach is one of information gathering to get a true understanding of the problem and then one of collaboration with the client in order to determine the best treatment or treatment options moving forward. Mental Health issues can be complicated and I am dedicated to finding what is making things so difficult and offering good ways to solve the problems.
I am a caring and compassionate mental health clinician that offers a variety of services for those in need. I specialize in working with adults, couples and adolescents, although I do have a lot of experience working with children as well. My approach is one of information gathering to get a true understanding of the problem and then one of collaboration with the client in order to determine the best treatment or treatment options moving forward. Mental Health issues can be complicated and I am dedicated to finding what is making things so difficult and offering good ways to solve the problems.
(720) 496-0162 View (720) 496-0162
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Nicole Wallace
Psychologist, PhD, ABPP-CN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80208
Dr. Nicole Wallace is a Licensed Psychologist who earned Board Certification in Clinical Neuropsychology. She earned her BS in Psychology and Spanish and Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from Colorado State University. Her graduate training focused on Child and Family Intervention and Assessment. Dr. Wallace completed an intensive pre-doctoral internship program in Pediatric Psychology at Children’s Hospital of Orange County. She gained specialized training in Pediatric Neuropsychological assessment during a two year Post-Doctoral Fellowship program at Advanced Neurobehavioral Health of Southern California.
Dr. Nicole Wallace is a Licensed Psychologist who earned Board Certification in Clinical Neuropsychology. She earned her BS in Psychology and Spanish and Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from Colorado State University. Her graduate training focused on Child and Family Intervention and Assessment. Dr. Wallace completed an intensive pre-doctoral internship program in Pediatric Psychology at Children’s Hospital of Orange County. She gained specialized training in Pediatric Neuropsychological assessment during a two year Post-Doctoral Fellowship program at Advanced Neurobehavioral Health of Southern California.
(720) 330-4968 View (720) 330-4968
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Lisa Goldberg Griggs
Counselor, MA, LPC, PLLC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80208
Welcome and congratulations! You have just taken a forward step towards change! Here is a snapshot of my professional background. I earned my Master's degree in counseling from Adams State University, Alamosa, Colorado, and I am licensed by the State of Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies. I have over a decade of experience providing therapeutic interventions and counseling services to individuals, couples, and families of varied economic and cultural backgrounds. The "human condition" knows no specific demographic.
Welcome and congratulations! You have just taken a forward step towards change! Here is a snapshot of my professional background. I earned my Master's degree in counseling from Adams State University, Alamosa, Colorado, and I am licensed by the State of Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies. I have over a decade of experience providing therapeutic interventions and counseling services to individuals, couples, and families of varied economic and cultural backgrounds. The "human condition" knows no specific demographic.
(970) 440-7548 View (970) 440-7548
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Erik Haldan Brevik
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80208
I have always loved hearing and telling stories. I believe they are key to appreciating the vast depth of our beautifully imperfect individuality. I acquired my BA in theatre and music, and have worked in professional performance for over 12 years. All my life, I have felt called upon to help others appreciate the inherent worth of their stories. It is my goal to help you feel enveloped in empathy in order to feel heard, valued, and safe in expressing yourself and your feelings as you tell, and sometimes rewrite your own story. I work with adults and adolescents, performing artists, gamers, and individuals with chronic pain.
I have always loved hearing and telling stories. I believe they are key to appreciating the vast depth of our beautifully imperfect individuality. I acquired my BA in theatre and music, and have worked in professional performance for over 12 years. All my life, I have felt called upon to help others appreciate the inherent worth of their stories. It is my goal to help you feel enveloped in empathy in order to feel heard, valued, and safe in expressing yourself and your feelings as you tell, and sometimes rewrite your own story. I work with adults and adolescents, performing artists, gamers, and individuals with chronic pain.
(720) 770-3809 View (720) 770-3809
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Jade Huggins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80208  (Online Only)
Society constantly tells queer and neurodivergent folks they are the problem, when the truth is that crafting identity and authenticity for ourselves can be the greatest source of joy and strength. For so many of us it is a major accomplishment simply to be surviving, but you deserve to be thriving.
Society constantly tells queer and neurodivergent folks they are the problem, when the truth is that crafting identity and authenticity for ourselves can be the greatest source of joy and strength. For so many of us it is a major accomplishment simply to be surviving, but you deserve to be thriving.
(720) 784-5278 View (720) 784-5278
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Amy Dexter
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80208
I specialize in helping people who are struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and sleep and health-related issues. I primarily work with people whose lives have become narrowed and preoccupied by their struggles, and those who wish to live with more vitality, intention, and freedom from mental and emotional suffering. I also work with couples to improve conflict management and communication patterns, and promote strengthened trust, connection and intimacy. Overall, I aim to help people get unstuck and move towards living more full, satisfying, and personally meaningful lives.
I specialize in helping people who are struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and sleep and health-related issues. I primarily work with people whose lives have become narrowed and preoccupied by their struggles, and those who wish to live with more vitality, intention, and freedom from mental and emotional suffering. I also work with couples to improve conflict management and communication patterns, and promote strengthened trust, connection and intimacy. Overall, I aim to help people get unstuck and move towards living more full, satisfying, and personally meaningful lives.
(970) 642-3043 View (970) 642-3043
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Kathleen Hove
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80208  (Online Only)
Therapy provides the powerful opportunity to connect with another person who knows what it's like to experience suffering but who also knows the way through it. It’s easy to feel alone during the painful parts of life such as when others hurt us, we let ourselves down, or plans don’t play out the way we hoped, but the reality is that all of us can relate to these moments because they are part of the human experience. As a fellow human, I can empathize with your suffering. As a therapist, I can help alleviate it with evidence-based treatments tailored to you.
Therapy provides the powerful opportunity to connect with another person who knows what it's like to experience suffering but who also knows the way through it. It’s easy to feel alone during the painful parts of life such as when others hurt us, we let ourselves down, or plans don’t play out the way we hoped, but the reality is that all of us can relate to these moments because they are part of the human experience. As a fellow human, I can empathize with your suffering. As a therapist, I can help alleviate it with evidence-based treatments tailored to you.
(651) 404-2104 View (651) 404-2104
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Lacy Schrock
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW, NLC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80208  (Online Only)
* CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS * It is no coincidence that you have made your way here. You are taking a brave step towards getting the support you need. I am here to support you through whatever challenges you are facing. Whether you have experienced a traumatic event, you are struggling with a specific aspect of your life, or you are unsure of what to do next, I am here to navigate it with you. Together, we will create a welcoming environment that allows you to share your needs and goals with me, which will guide our work together. You truly deserve a life well lived.
* CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS * It is no coincidence that you have made your way here. You are taking a brave step towards getting the support you need. I am here to support you through whatever challenges you are facing. Whether you have experienced a traumatic event, you are struggling with a specific aspect of your life, or you are unsure of what to do next, I am here to navigate it with you. Together, we will create a welcoming environment that allows you to share your needs and goals with me, which will guide our work together. You truly deserve a life well lived.
(970) 436-4060 View (970) 436-4060
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Lisa Young
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CAC II
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80208
Not accepting new clients
I am passionate about guiding individuals who have experienced trauma, traumatic loss and/or addictions towards their recovery. I specialize in using a combined body-centered approach from Somatic Experiencing, with the Internal Family Systems model and mental health nutrition. This has proven to be highly effective for resolution and recovery as it is grounded in the foundation of our innate capacity for healing and is organized in a way that draws out that very capacity. Please check out my website to learn more
I am passionate about guiding individuals who have experienced trauma, traumatic loss and/or addictions towards their recovery. I specialize in using a combined body-centered approach from Somatic Experiencing, with the Internal Family Systems model and mental health nutrition. This has proven to be highly effective for resolution and recovery as it is grounded in the foundation of our innate capacity for healing and is organized in a way that draws out that very capacity. Please check out my website to learn more
(720) 463-2494 View (720) 463-2494
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Noelle Foote
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LAC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80208  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Let's dig in. Coming at therapy from a systemic lens, together, we will slow things down and take a closer look into your story and lived experiences. Areas of stress? Feeling tension in yourself or in your relationships? I will be a guide as you begin to process and move toward integrating your experiences. I will walk with you along your authentic path. Together we will ask meaningful questions, deepen understanding, find venues for healing, and navigate what comes next. Cultivating changes to patterns means that you will face your upcoming days with that shift in perspective you have been seeking.
Let's dig in. Coming at therapy from a systemic lens, together, we will slow things down and take a closer look into your story and lived experiences. Areas of stress? Feeling tension in yourself or in your relationships? I will be a guide as you begin to process and move toward integrating your experiences. I will walk with you along your authentic path. Together we will ask meaningful questions, deepen understanding, find venues for healing, and navigate what comes next. Cultivating changes to patterns means that you will face your upcoming days with that shift in perspective you have been seeking.
(720) 764-9271 View (720) 764-9271
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Amy Caldwell
Licensed Professional Counselor, BSN, MA, LAC, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80208
Not accepting new clients
Amy is a counselor who works primarily with adults and young adults. She has worked in the mental health field and medical field for over 8 years, practicing in the field of counseling for the previous 5 years. She has an undergraduate degree in nursing from Texas Christian University as well as a Masters Degree in Counseling Psychology from The University of Denver. Amy’s unique understanding of both the medical and emotional aspects of a client allows her to conceptualize the individual as a whole.
Amy is a counselor who works primarily with adults and young adults. She has worked in the mental health field and medical field for over 8 years, practicing in the field of counseling for the previous 5 years. She has an undergraduate degree in nursing from Texas Christian University as well as a Masters Degree in Counseling Psychology from The University of Denver. Amy’s unique understanding of both the medical and emotional aspects of a client allows her to conceptualize the individual as a whole.
(720) 677-6680 View (720) 677-6680

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Motivational Interviewing Therapists

How does motivational interviewing work?

Motivational interviewing aims to uncover a person’s internal motivation to change their life. Toward this end, the therapist listens, empathizes, and collaborates with the client based on their perspective; the therapist doesn’t adhere to a predetermined plan for change or impose their viewpoint on the client. Discovering an individual’s most important reasons for change, and guiding them to achieve those changes, can empower people to shift from ambivalence to action.

Is motivational interviewing evidence-based?

Yes, research shows that motivational interviewing can help treat alcohol and substance use — and in different ways such as reducing drinking, reducing resistance, and increasing the likelihood of staying in treatment. Motivational interviewing has also been shown to help people lose weight, adhere to medication regimens, improve diet for those with Type II diabetes, and improve healthy behaviors in children.

How long does motivational interviewing last?

Motivational interviewing is a short-term therapy that can last just one or two sessions. In some cases, motivational interviewing may be used in conjunction with longer-term therapies, but for most people, motivational interviewing is a brief intervention that aims to help patients understand their personal, specific, and internal reasons for changing their life.

What differentiates motivational interviewing from person-centered therapy?

In person-centered therapy, the individual is in the driver’s seat of the treatment process, creating space for them to trust their instincts and arrive at their own solutions. The two approaches are similar because motivational interviewing is also client-centered; however, person-centered therapy is more open-ended while motivational interviewing is somewhat more structured; the goal is to change, and the therapist helps the client specifically discover their internal motivations to modify their behavior.