Therapists in North Boulder, Boulder, CO

I have more than 30 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. My expertise is in treating trauma and attachment issues but I am adept at helping with anxiety, depression, and adjusting to a current life crisis such as divorce and loss. Another area of expertise is working with children, especially children between 0 and 6.

Individual therapy can help you reconnect to your authentic self. You can feel better about you and be more effective in your work and family life. Whether your concerns stem from stress, old wounds, poor self-esteem, depression, anxiety, or mood problems you can regain balance and fulfillment in your life. Distressed couples and partners struggling with conflict and fear can learn to increase safety, trust and renewed love. Shared security and mutual support can be reestablished that will lead to satisfying communication and effective conflict resolution. True empowerment means that therapy doesn't stop when the session is over.

I’ve been seeing clients in psychotherapy since 1990. My clients come from all social locations. They’ve all been in some kind of life-change process, often in the midst of some inner or outer crisis. I also see young therapists seeking supervision toward their LPC and to learn from the intensity of their own work with clients. Some of my clients have experiences with psychedelics and are seeking help to integrate their experiences. I’m in a 9 month training in Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapy with the Integrative Psychiatry Institute (IPI), a training for licensed professionals.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, and an IFS Level 1 Trained Therapist. I hold a masters in clinical mental health counseling from Naropa University in Boulder, Colorado. I work with adults in individual sessions. My approach to therapy is that there are no bad parts of ourselves, but that parts of ourselves cause suffering by being disconnected from who we really are, our Self. By reconnecting lost parts with our Self we can live more empowered and authentic lives. The stories we tell are an important part of who we are. And they often lead us to the unprocessed pain we carry.

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In addition to being a licensed psychotherapist, I am a certified Somatic Experiencing® Practitioner, a certified DARe (Dynamic Attachment RePatterning) treatment provider, a certified senior Addictions Counselor and a teacher of the Diamond Approach. I also have certifications in EMDR and Gestalt therapy. I have been adjunct faculty in the Graduate Counseling Psychology programs at Naropa University, and have assisted in professional trauma-resolution trainings domestically & . I have also provided consultation & clinical supervision for therapists and various agencies & hospitals in the Boulder/Denver area. I work with individuals, couples & groups and provide clinical supervision & consultation.

Carl Rogers said, when we accept ourselves as we are, then we can change. Focusing on the individual and their unique capability toward healing is the guiding approach I take in therapy. I work with great curiosity to explore the distractions and negative cycles that may be keeping you stuck. The struggle for clarity is a difficult one to navigate in isolation; together we can look at patterns and behaviors that no longer service you. The therapeutic process is one of finding balance between the emotional and rational, the mind and body and bringing that forward into our lives.

During our session, you will be welcomed with genuine compassion, a sense of humor, and a supportive non-judgmental environment. We will work together to discover your strengths, and overcome obstacles and barriers that are standing in your way. Whether you are going through a transition, burdened with anxiety, depression, trauma, family, relationship, work conflict, or parenting stressors, I understand what it feels like to struggle and I use creative individualized methods to help you navigate through tough times and foster your own resilience, to help you thrive.

True transformational healing happens at the level of the soul. Traditional counseling focuses on fixing faulty thinking. Rather, let's uncover the negative unconscious beliefs about yourself that motivate this thinking. It is the quality of the relationship that you have with yourself that will ultimately determine how quickly you can manifest what you love.

As a therapist, I offer a lot of feedback while respecting your views and goals. I have no hidden agenda, what you see is what you get. My job is to empower you to find your way through stuck places and to accompany you on your path of self-discovery. I was born and raised in Europe, so it gives me the benefit of having a multi-cultural perspective on life which I believe can enrich one's exploration.

Are you troubled by anxiety, stress, depression, sleep difficulties, trauma, compulsive behavior, negative thinking, anger, or childhood pain? I can help. I've been a psychotherapist for 40 years & have developed highly effective methods t0 heal and resolve difficulties quickly. My work has been featured in 100+ publications and journals. My unique mind-body approach offers highly effective strategies for transformative change. Most people experience significant relief from the first session. In many sessions, I create a recording for you to use during the week to deepen your healing. Sessions include a PDF of helpful information

Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety or stress? Are you struggling with worry, uncertainty or sadness? Maybe your usual ways of coping are no longer working. It could be that you’ve always struggled; or maybe you’re experiencing these challenges for the first time. Whatever the case, if this sounds like you, I can help. It all starts with self-awareness and you’re already on the right track by seeking out support. Based on decades of experience providing comprehensive counseling I can help empower you to move forward confidently, creating positive ways to cope and solutions that will bring more balance and comfort into your life.

As your therapist, my goal is to help you unearth what’s keeping you silenced, (re)connect to your inner wisdom, and forge a new path with more meaning, joy, and adventure. I believe in your unique wisdom and the aliveness that comes from its expression. Folks who come to me are untangling the impact of emotional and psychological abuse, struggling with maternal/parental wellness, or in need of care around career, identity, depression, anxiety, and more. People are often struggling with all that comes with early parenthood, boundaries, identity, toxic relationships, people pleasing, perfectionism, self-esteem, and coping skills.

My therapeutic style is collaborative, empathetic, and person-centered. Clients I typically work with have presenting concerns such as anxiety, depression, and trauma. Depending on a client’s individual needs, I utilize a variety of modalities such as EMDR, Narrative, and IFS. I find it helpful if clients explore their past traumas and/or attachments. In many cases our adoption of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors acquired during our early years, which may have served us, hinder our ability to function optimally as adults. I only work in-person as this is relational work.

Deep trust and communication are at the heart of safe, secure, and fulfilling relationships. Whether with family, in romance, in therapy, or in sport; trust and safety allow us to be fully expressed, to explore, to take risks, and to grow. The therapeutic relationship can provide unique opportunities to feel safe, seen, and understood. It can also support our innate capacities for healing, integration, and growth.

I work with clients who are struggling with various kinds of suffering-- including depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and the more ordinary experiences of navigating life's challenges, losses, and transitions. I offer support and tools for staying with difficult emotions, and generating kindness and curiosity towards all kinds of experience. Together, we find more space to breathe and grow through these challenges. I work with adults, adolescents, and diverse populations of all kinds. I bring my lived experiences of working with my own challenges to my practice of supporting others.

I work best with clients who are not only wanting to resolve their issues, but who also have some abiding interest in inner exploration and self-discovery. In my experience, if we only approach therapy with the mindset of needing to fix, therapy can become heavy and mechanical. Even if we are working with difficult subjects, therapy is meant to engage a part of us that loves to know the truth about ourselves. When this happens, it is as though a flame lights up in us, which fuels our passion for self-inquiry. Then, therapy becomes more like an adventure, which can be very enjoyable, meaningful, and expansive.

Are you looking for insight and ways to support your child or teen at home and at school? I consider the whole person and try to understand their strengths, what they are communicating, and how to meet their needs from a practical perspective. I embrace diversity while also recognizing the need to advocate for supports in a world that is not yet built for everyone.

I am an EMDR and trauma therapist who offers a somatic and attachment-focused approach to aid people on their journey of health and healing. I work with motivated adults who want to heal past traumas and improve their relationships. I believe in a comprehensive approach to therapy that honors the interconnectedness of our emotional experiences, cognitive patterns, bodily sensations, and spirituality. My therapeutic style is warm, empathetic, and collaborative, aimed at creating safety where you can explore and integrate all aspects of your being.