Culturally Sensitive Therapists in Gunbarrel, Boulder, CO
![Photo of Nicki Omansky Dayley, LCSW, ACSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3c5f1d5a-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Nicki Omansky Dayley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
Gunbarrel, Boulder, CO 80301
Are you or a family member feeling stuck? Together we can uncover new solutions. I'll work creatively and collaboratively with you to find pathways out of those difficult places, both within you and in your relationships. Perhaps you have a child or teen who's experiencing anxiety or fears, or you are experiencing sadness and stress personally or with a partner or family member. Together we'll find solutions as we tap into your inherent strengths and the potential strengths in your relationships.
Are you or a family member feeling stuck? Together we can uncover new solutions. I'll work creatively and collaboratively with you to find pathways out of those difficult places, both within you and in your relationships. Perhaps you have a child or teen who's experiencing anxiety or fears, or you are experiencing sadness and stress personally or with a partner or family member. Together we'll find solutions as we tap into your inherent strengths and the potential strengths in your relationships.
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Stefan James Bigboy
Counselor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gunbarrel, Boulder, CO 80301 (Online Only)
Are you searching for understanding? Are you wanting to better hold the complexities of your life? Often, truth and wisdom can seem out of reach. This can be due to a number of things that act as obstacles and obscurations to our full understanding of ourselves, others, and human relationships. This experience of being confused, perplexed, or lost is a natural and normal part of being human. This does not mean, however, that you are destined to remain in a state of suffering and confusion. Your brilliance, intelligence, wisdom, and way to wellbeing remain within you. I can help you reconnect to this innate wisdom.
Are you searching for understanding? Are you wanting to better hold the complexities of your life? Often, truth and wisdom can seem out of reach. This can be due to a number of things that act as obstacles and obscurations to our full understanding of ourselves, others, and human relationships. This experience of being confused, perplexed, or lost is a natural and normal part of being human. This does not mean, however, that you are destined to remain in a state of suffering and confusion. Your brilliance, intelligence, wisdom, and way to wellbeing remain within you. I can help you reconnect to this innate wisdom.
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Art and Soul Psychotherapy
Counselor, MA, LPC, ATR
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Gunbarrel, Boulder, CO 80301
Do you find yourself disconnected from your presence and the enjoyment of your life here and now? Art is inherently therapeutic. In the context of a therapeutic relationship and traditional talk therapy, it becomes a powerful tool to help find and untangle the knots that bind our soulful aliveness. I work with adults of all ages struggling with anxiety, depression and PTSD.
Do you find yourself disconnected from your presence and the enjoyment of your life here and now? Art is inherently therapeutic. In the context of a therapeutic relationship and traditional talk therapy, it becomes a powerful tool to help find and untangle the knots that bind our soulful aliveness. I work with adults of all ages struggling with anxiety, depression and PTSD.
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Mark Van Steenberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCATP
Verified Verified
Gunbarrel, Boulder, CO 80301
Ideal clients are those impacted by their symptoms with an awareness of needing to evolve to overcome their daily struggle. As we start our journey at the bottom of the mountain we must understand there are several paths to the top. All of these paths have the potential to lead you to the top to find the view you've been looking for. You're going to choose your path, as with many things in life. I will walk alongside you as we ascend the mountain, meeting daily goals on the way. As we move forward, we'll process the roots, rocks, caves, canyons we traverse. Why do you keep tripping on them? Why are they holding you back?
Ideal clients are those impacted by their symptoms with an awareness of needing to evolve to overcome their daily struggle. As we start our journey at the bottom of the mountain we must understand there are several paths to the top. All of these paths have the potential to lead you to the top to find the view you've been looking for. You're going to choose your path, as with many things in life. I will walk alongside you as we ascend the mountain, meeting daily goals on the way. As we move forward, we'll process the roots, rocks, caves, canyons we traverse. Why do you keep tripping on them? Why are they holding you back?
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The Other Road Counseling PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Gunbarrel, Boulder, CO 80301
Hello from The Other Road Counseling! We are a growing private practice that focuses on holistic, well-round approaches to mental wellness. Our team welcomes clients with a wide array of concerns and needs, such as anxiety, depression, complex trauma, relationship difficulties, life transitions, and identity exploration.
Hello from The Other Road Counseling! We are a growing private practice that focuses on holistic, well-round approaches to mental wellness. Our team welcomes clients with a wide array of concerns and needs, such as anxiety, depression, complex trauma, relationship difficulties, life transitions, and identity exploration.
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Jacqueline Rose Richards- Shrestha Anxiety And Self-Confidence Therapist
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Gunbarrel, Boulder, CO 80301
Accepting Clients- 06/26/24- Have you been feeling dissatisfied with yourself? Does insecurity and frustration seem to follow you everywhere? When anxiety becomes so overwhelming that you just want to crawl out of your skin, it can be tough. You might find yourself scrolling endlessly or overeating, stuck in a cycle of overwhelm and numbing out. But you’re here because you’re ready for a change. You want to break free from the constant stream of critical thoughts and start feeling good enough. You’re ready to find peace and embrace your confidence and capability again. Let’s work together to make this happen. I’m here to support!
Accepting Clients- 06/26/24- Have you been feeling dissatisfied with yourself? Does insecurity and frustration seem to follow you everywhere? When anxiety becomes so overwhelming that you just want to crawl out of your skin, it can be tough. You might find yourself scrolling endlessly or overeating, stuck in a cycle of overwhelm and numbing out. But you’re here because you’re ready for a change. You want to break free from the constant stream of critical thoughts and start feeling good enough. You’re ready to find peace and embrace your confidence and capability again. Let’s work together to make this happen. I’m here to support!
![Photo of Eliza Gilmore, MA, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/9c75ade6-8a74-4518-9791-1868f9c72850/2/320x400.jpeg)
Eliza Gilmore
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Gunbarrel, Boulder, CO 80301 (Online Only)
I am a mindfulness-inspired, somatic psychotherapist. At the core of my work, I value bringing deep respect for your unique lived experiences, curiosity to understand your individual system – in its wounding and in its wellness, and kindness to study together how these lived experiences impact your current life and relationships. I feel honored to travel into the unknown together, guiding and supporting you as we explore & deepen into important themes to assist the unfolding of new insights. I attend to opportunities to find and feel new experiences which support you in your goals to live life in more fulfilling, satisfying ways.
I am a mindfulness-inspired, somatic psychotherapist. At the core of my work, I value bringing deep respect for your unique lived experiences, curiosity to understand your individual system – in its wounding and in its wellness, and kindness to study together how these lived experiences impact your current life and relationships. I feel honored to travel into the unknown together, guiding and supporting you as we explore & deepen into important themes to assist the unfolding of new insights. I attend to opportunities to find and feel new experiences which support you in your goals to live life in more fulfilling, satisfying ways.
![Photo of Constantine Dhonau, PCC, MLNP, MLC](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c80f0de7-ea4f-488f-853a-bd693b339f75/2/320x400.jpeg)
The path to invulnerability is to be -in- vulnerability. With 8,000 hours of wilderness therapy experience, I honed my skills guiding young adults and teens through a myriad of neurodivergent, mental, emotional, and personality challenges in the backcountry. My journey continued with nearly 1,500 hours of psychedelic integration work and coaching. My primary focus is 'religious harm reduction for LGBTQIA+ couples,' though I serve diverse populations. Using somatic techniques and Chinese philosophy, I help clients navigate their path back to self-compassion and connection.
The path to invulnerability is to be -in- vulnerability. With 8,000 hours of wilderness therapy experience, I honed my skills guiding young adults and teens through a myriad of neurodivergent, mental, emotional, and personality challenges in the backcountry. My journey continued with nearly 1,500 hours of psychedelic integration work and coaching. My primary focus is 'religious harm reduction for LGBTQIA+ couples,' though I serve diverse populations. Using somatic techniques and Chinese philosophy, I help clients navigate their path back to self-compassion and connection.
![Photo of Marissa G Katz, MSW, SWC](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/1b2d3753-407f-4304-866a-ff7cbafb7206/1/320x400.jpeg)
Marissa G Katz
Clinical Social Work Candidate, MSW, SWC
Verified Verified
Gunbarrel, Boulder, CO 80301 (Online Only)
I truly believe that, when open and ready, we have the ability to recognize, acknowledge, and heal from the challenging beliefs and experiences from our past that may be impacting our present. My goal as a therapist is to meet you wherever you are, fully and without judgment, to join you on your journey to a more whole and valued sense of life and self. I aim for our time together to be built on mutual trust and authenticity. I work with clients of all ages and utilize a variety of therapeutic modalities and holistic approaches based on what serves each individual best and aligns with their interests and values.
I truly believe that, when open and ready, we have the ability to recognize, acknowledge, and heal from the challenging beliefs and experiences from our past that may be impacting our present. My goal as a therapist is to meet you wherever you are, fully and without judgment, to join you on your journey to a more whole and valued sense of life and self. I aim for our time together to be built on mutual trust and authenticity. I work with clients of all ages and utilize a variety of therapeutic modalities and holistic approaches based on what serves each individual best and aligns with their interests and values.
![Photo of Eve Katz, MA, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/09f235fc-9c90-4d11-8f83-f8fa6617aaf6/1/320x400.jpeg)
Solution-Oriented Therapy with Empathy and Kindness....The problems and dilemmas that you bring to therapy: Those are the sparks that will propel you forward towards your healing. We discuss and explore your issues, and then we integrate what you learn into your daily life. We move as slowly or as quickly as you are comfortable with, in an atmosphere that is safe and contained, creating a path to hope, insight and personal strength. After 30 years helping others heal from and handle difficult situations as well as reach their dreams, it is clear to me that taking action steps - even tiny steps - is key to moving forward.
Solution-Oriented Therapy with Empathy and Kindness....The problems and dilemmas that you bring to therapy: Those are the sparks that will propel you forward towards your healing. We discuss and explore your issues, and then we integrate what you learn into your daily life. We move as slowly or as quickly as you are comfortable with, in an atmosphere that is safe and contained, creating a path to hope, insight and personal strength. After 30 years helping others heal from and handle difficult situations as well as reach their dreams, it is clear to me that taking action steps - even tiny steps - is key to moving forward.
![Photo of Maya Sol Dansie, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e118e651-b099-437a-b4f0-0090c8e94cd0/2/320x400.png)
Hola! My name is Maya Sol. I am a Xicana activist, dancer, educator, therapist, and Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) dedicated towards raising awareness, political consciousness and empowering our community. I am dedicated towards increasing culturally grounded and decolonial mental health access in California and Colorado with an emphasis on Spanish-speaking & BIPOC communities. I am proud to have a long history in addressing disparities within the community with an intersectional lens and inclusion for LGBTQ2 and Communities of Color.
Hola! My name is Maya Sol. I am a Xicana activist, dancer, educator, therapist, and Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) dedicated towards raising awareness, political consciousness and empowering our community. I am dedicated towards increasing culturally grounded and decolonial mental health access in California and Colorado with an emphasis on Spanish-speaking & BIPOC communities. I am proud to have a long history in addressing disparities within the community with an intersectional lens and inclusion for LGBTQ2 and Communities of Color.
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Emily Fried
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSEd, CLC, IMHM-C, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Gunbarrel, Boulder, CO 80301
I am an Infant, Early Childhood and Perinatal Mental Health Specialist with specialized training and expertise in children birth through 6 years old, and parents during prenatal and postpartum periods. I work with families navigating challenges in mental health, behavior, and development, while promoting emotion regulation, reflection, healing, and strengthening attachment relationships. My approach is tailored to each individual family, stemming from psychodynamic principles and other evidence-based therapies. I offer play therapy and perinatal mental health services, as well as parenting support, coaching and consultation.
I am an Infant, Early Childhood and Perinatal Mental Health Specialist with specialized training and expertise in children birth through 6 years old, and parents during prenatal and postpartum periods. I work with families navigating challenges in mental health, behavior, and development, while promoting emotion regulation, reflection, healing, and strengthening attachment relationships. My approach is tailored to each individual family, stemming from psychodynamic principles and other evidence-based therapies. I offer play therapy and perinatal mental health services, as well as parenting support, coaching and consultation.
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Ana Sofia Ferrara
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Gunbarrel, 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.
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Dr. Ann F Sullivan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Gunbarrel, Boulder, CO 80301 (Online Only)
Hello, I am Dr. Ann, LCSW. I enjoy counseling through transitions, anxiety, grief/loss, stress, and women's issues. With over 20 years of experience, I work with young adults and individuals. I utilize EMDR, mindfulness, CBT and SFBT strategies. I practice mindful self compassion and bring compassion, curiosity and humor to our sessions. Therapy is a space to reflect and to challenge stuck thinking, invite new ideas to feel better and look forward to the future. I enjoy coaching through change. I accept insurance (see Headway to schedule or learn more; or visit me at: drann.online.com
Hello, I am Dr. Ann, LCSW. I enjoy counseling through transitions, anxiety, grief/loss, stress, and women's issues. With over 20 years of experience, I work with young adults and individuals. I utilize EMDR, mindfulness, CBT and SFBT strategies. I practice mindful self compassion and bring compassion, curiosity and humor to our sessions. Therapy is a space to reflect and to challenge stuck thinking, invite new ideas to feel better and look forward to the future. I enjoy coaching through change. I accept insurance (see Headway to schedule or learn more; or visit me at: drann.online.com
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DeAnna Heimsoth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Gunbarrel, Boulder, CO 80301
Maybe your child can’t sleep at night, because they are worried about divorce, making or losing friends, or being good at their favorite hobby. Maybe they have intense feelings of anxiety or dread that they are not truly loved for who they are, or they worry they are a bad person inside. Perhaps you are worried that despite all your efforts, your children are struggling and you can’t figure out how to reach them. Meanwhile, you all desire deeper connection, love and belonging in your relationships and your family.
Maybe your child can’t sleep at night, because they are worried about divorce, making or losing friends, or being good at their favorite hobby. Maybe they have intense feelings of anxiety or dread that they are not truly loved for who they are, or they worry they are a bad person inside. Perhaps you are worried that despite all your efforts, your children are struggling and you can’t figure out how to reach them. Meanwhile, you all desire deeper connection, love and belonging in your relationships and your family.
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Samantha Harder
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gunbarrel, Boulder, CO 80301
Hi there! My name is Sam. I am a trained person-centered therapist with 5 years of clinical experience working with clients of all ages. In my practice I use modalities and techniques including child-centered play therapy for children, along with talk therapy and expressive arts therapies for adolescents and adults. Depending on your needs, we may work on things like mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotional regulation, communication techniques, as well as crisis and trauma healing. I have a wide range of experience working with various client concerns such as anxiety, depression, relationship conflict, and life transitions.
Hi there! My name is Sam. I am a trained person-centered therapist with 5 years of clinical experience working with clients of all ages. In my practice I use modalities and techniques including child-centered play therapy for children, along with talk therapy and expressive arts therapies for adolescents and adults. Depending on your needs, we may work on things like mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotional regulation, communication techniques, as well as crisis and trauma healing. I have a wide range of experience working with various client concerns such as anxiety, depression, relationship conflict, and life transitions.
![Photo of Naomi Moddel, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/66a5887c-b727-43f4-936f-1a5bd8c5d79c/1/320x400.jpeg)
In my practice I support children, 5-11 yrs old, for a variety of reasons including anxiety, peer relationships, school issues, emotional regulation, neurodiversity, divorce/family change, parent-child dynamics, grief/loss and adoption. My goal is for children to learn skills and recognize their own strengths to help them navigate challenges and their daily lives with more comfort and ease. In addition to my formal training, I have learned so much from the hundreds of children that I've had the privilege of working with during my 30+ years as a therapist, school social worker and counselor.
In my practice I support children, 5-11 yrs old, for a variety of reasons including anxiety, peer relationships, school issues, emotional regulation, neurodiversity, divorce/family change, parent-child dynamics, grief/loss and adoption. My goal is for children to learn skills and recognize their own strengths to help them navigate challenges and their daily lives with more comfort and ease. In addition to my formal training, I have learned so much from the hundreds of children that I've had the privilege of working with during my 30+ years as a therapist, school social worker and counselor.
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Brianna Valenzuela
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Gunbarrel, Boulder, CO 80301 (Online Only)
Hi there, I’m Brianna. I’m deeply passionate about working with trauma as well as the sacred intersectionality of multiple identities. I’m a true believer in our innate capacity to heal and find a soul-ful, fulfilling life. I view my role as a therapist as a facilitator to help guide you to deeper places inside yourself that might be dormant or lacking liveliness. Through this work, our relationship with the world and others becomes energized as we awaken and open paths within that block our capacity to fully lean into our life. My work is to tend to the heart. My approach is warm, intentional, and relaxed.
Hi there, I’m Brianna. I’m deeply passionate about working with trauma as well as the sacred intersectionality of multiple identities. I’m a true believer in our innate capacity to heal and find a soul-ful, fulfilling life. I view my role as a therapist as a facilitator to help guide you to deeper places inside yourself that might be dormant or lacking liveliness. Through this work, our relationship with the world and others becomes energized as we awaken and open paths within that block our capacity to fully lean into our life. My work is to tend to the heart. My approach is warm, intentional, and relaxed.
![Photo of L Rebecca Connell, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3fd73d60-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
L Rebecca Connell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Gunbarrel, Boulder, CO 80301 (Online Only)
INDIVIDUALS (couples below): Energy Psychology is a group of self-calming practices involving breathing and touching one’s own face and body. Scientific studies and clinical experience are confirming that Energy Psychology can help with anxiety, relationships, and trauma. You will learn practices to calm down during a conflict, sleep better, or let go of things that bother you. These practices help you by enhancing nervous system regulation, changing the way your brain stores upsetting memories, and bringing in more happiness and focus. You'll learn practices to use at home, in moments of stress or to start your day on a good note
INDIVIDUALS (couples below): Energy Psychology is a group of self-calming practices involving breathing and touching one’s own face and body. Scientific studies and clinical experience are confirming that Energy Psychology can help with anxiety, relationships, and trauma. You will learn practices to calm down during a conflict, sleep better, or let go of things that bother you. These practices help you by enhancing nervous system regulation, changing the way your brain stores upsetting memories, and bringing in more happiness and focus. You'll learn practices to use at home, in moments of stress or to start your day on a good note
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The Other Road Counseling PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Gunbarrel, Boulder, CO 80301
Are you tired of traveling down the same road and are looking for a new beginning? Are you not feeling good enough and would like to regain your sense of self? Are you feeling worried? Are you ready to heal your past wounds? We offer a safe, non-judgmental place for all individuals to discover their own path based on our 6 values trust, integrity, respect, professionalism, vulnerability and advocacy.
Are you tired of traveling down the same road and are looking for a new beginning? Are you not feeling good enough and would like to regain your sense of self? Are you feeling worried? Are you ready to heal your past wounds? We offer a safe, non-judgmental place for all individuals to discover their own path based on our 6 values trust, integrity, respect, professionalism, vulnerability and advocacy.
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Culturally Sensitive Therapists
How does culturally sensitive therapy work?
A culturally sensitive therapist will tailor their approach to therapy based on the individual client’s background. This may include changing their style of interaction (asking open-ended questions vs. being the “expert” voice), their affect (seeming warm or “neutral”), how much personal information they disclose about themselves, and more. It’s also important for a culturally sensitive therapist to acknowledge larger societal forces that may impact their client due to the client’s background.
How effective is culturally sensitive therapy?
Some professionals have expressed concern about highlighting cultural differences in therapy, suggesting that it might promote stereotypes and harm the therapeutic bond; however, many experts agree that cultural sensitivity tends to strengthen the connection between therapist and client and help clients feel heard and understood. A culturally sensitive approach to therapy can be especially helpful for those not in the cultural majority, especially when combined with proven therapies like Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).
What are the limitations of a culturally sensitive approach to therapy?
While being culturally sensitive is generally a valuable skill to have, a therapist cannot treat every client from a similar background the same way. Each client is an individual with their own values, personal preferences, and life experiences that will need to be explored during therapy. In addition, it’s rare for a therapist and client to have identical backgrounds, so there may be some cross-cultural differences to navigate during therapy, but a culturally sensitive therapist can do so with empathy and respect.
Can culturally sensitive therapy be done online?
Yes, online therapy using a culturally sensitive approach can be beneficial. Therapy can sometimes be difficult to access for clients from diverse backgrounds and socioeconomic standing. The array of mental health support available through the internet makes it possible for clients to find a good therapist match regardless of where they live.