Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Central West Denver, Denver, CO
Shawn Brewer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Central West Denver, Denver, CO 80204
I grew up in Chicago where I studied Psychology and Philosophy at DePaul University. It was here that I fell in love with diversity, culture, and sport. This passion took me on adventures around the world to many countries where I continued to grow outside of my comfort zones. Eventually the traveling brought me to CO where I completed my MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Colorado Christian University. Since then I have enjoyed adding diversity to my clinical skills by working in various outpatient and inpatient counseling settings.
I grew up in Chicago where I studied Psychology and Philosophy at DePaul University. It was here that I fell in love with diversity, culture, and sport. This passion took me on adventures around the world to many countries where I continued to grow outside of my comfort zones. Eventually the traveling brought me to CO where I completed my MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Colorado Christian University. Since then I have enjoyed adding diversity to my clinical skills by working in various outpatient and inpatient counseling settings.
Brittney Blanchard
Marriage and Family Therapist Candidate, MFTC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Central West Denver, Denver, CO 80204
My specialty is Autonomic Healing Activation (AHA) and Relationship Therapy. AHA is a brain exercise that activates your brain to normalize stress for the mind, body, and spirit. If you don't believe in a spirit, you can focus on mind and body activation. Neurobiologically, the brain produces a way for you to heal, persevere, and grow by managing physical and/or emotional pain. Yes, this approach also works for physical illness and chronic pain. After I teach you, you can practice AHA on your own every day if you wish.
My specialty is Autonomic Healing Activation (AHA) and Relationship Therapy. AHA is a brain exercise that activates your brain to normalize stress for the mind, body, and spirit. If you don't believe in a spirit, you can focus on mind and body activation. Neurobiologically, the brain produces a way for you to heal, persevere, and grow by managing physical and/or emotional pain. Yes, this approach also works for physical illness and chronic pain. After I teach you, you can practice AHA on your own every day if you wish.
Angela Shelley - Affordable Couples Therapy
Marriage and Family Therapist Candidate, MS, MFTC
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Central West Denver, Denver, CO 80204
My specialty is with Individuals and Couples working through their relational and intimacy issues. I am passionate about helping couples and individuals find or re-discover their fire in their relationship. Do you have trouble in relationships? Do you have conflict in your marriage? Does one partner have a different libido or desire than another? Do you want to open up your relationship and explore different polyamorous lifestyle options? Do you or your partner have different fantasies or desires you would like to explore? Is there shame or pain related to sex? These are all areas where I specialize in treatment.
My specialty is with Individuals and Couples working through their relational and intimacy issues. I am passionate about helping couples and individuals find or re-discover their fire in their relationship. Do you have trouble in relationships? Do you have conflict in your marriage? Does one partner have a different libido or desire than another? Do you want to open up your relationship and explore different polyamorous lifestyle options? Do you or your partner have different fantasies or desires you would like to explore? Is there shame or pain related to sex? These are all areas where I specialize in treatment.
Nicole Moore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BA, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Central West Denver, Denver, CO 80204
Nicole Moore-Abeyta LCSW is the owner and lead clinician At Compassionate Counseling of Denver where we weave ancestral healing, art therapy, and clinical psycho- therapeutic modalities. Her focus on mental health and holistic healing practices offer a unique combination of education, mobilization, and liberation through creative expression. In addition to her private practice, she serves many non profits with mental health training in the Denver area and nation wide.
Nicole Moore-Abeyta LCSW is the owner and lead clinician At Compassionate Counseling of Denver where we weave ancestral healing, art therapy, and clinical psycho- therapeutic modalities. Her focus on mental health and holistic healing practices offer a unique combination of education, mobilization, and liberation through creative expression. In addition to her private practice, she serves many non profits with mental health training in the Denver area and nation wide.
Kate Pauley
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Central West Denver, Denver, CO 80204
Hi, hello. Thank you for reading my profile to see if I might be a good fit for you. I am a powerful therapist who works with women, men, & moms (group). I help women to self-actualize and create a life they love, & I help men discover more emotional depth to create deeper connections. I utilize research-backed therapeutic techniques in session, but what really sets me apart as a therapist are my innate talents and abilities. I am curious, kind, open, direct, trustworthy, and wise. My natural way of working with clients allows for immense personal discovery, growth, and problem solving that at one point, didn't ever feel possible.
Hi, hello. Thank you for reading my profile to see if I might be a good fit for you. I am a powerful therapist who works with women, men, & moms (group). I help women to self-actualize and create a life they love, & I help men discover more emotional depth to create deeper connections. I utilize research-backed therapeutic techniques in session, but what really sets me apart as a therapist are my innate talents and abilities. I am curious, kind, open, direct, trustworthy, and wise. My natural way of working with clients allows for immense personal discovery, growth, and problem solving that at one point, didn't ever feel possible.
Ryan McMahan
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Central West Denver, Denver, CO 80204 (Online Only)
Ryan McMahan is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Colorado who has been practicing since 2011. Besides therapy, Ryan enjoys mountain biking and other forms of cycling. He likes to relax by playing guitar or piano. Learning, whether it is from reading a book, listening to podcasts, or doing something new even if he is terrible at it, is also enjoyable.
Ryan McMahan is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Colorado who has been practicing since 2011. Besides therapy, Ryan enjoys mountain biking and other forms of cycling. He likes to relax by playing guitar or piano. Learning, whether it is from reading a book, listening to podcasts, or doing something new even if he is terrible at it, is also enjoyable.
Transformations often feel isolating and overwhelming; life-affirming changes may create distance from the people you care about. When we question ourselves, its hard to know where to turn for perspective. I love working with folks who see themselves as outside the gender and relationship mainstream; it takes a lot of courage and can also be painful to navigate. We can dig into what your identity means to you and how to embody it while building a life worth showing up for.
Transformations often feel isolating and overwhelming; life-affirming changes may create distance from the people you care about. When we question ourselves, its hard to know where to turn for perspective. I love working with folks who see themselves as outside the gender and relationship mainstream; it takes a lot of courage and can also be painful to navigate. We can dig into what your identity means to you and how to embody it while building a life worth showing up for.
Craig Salerno
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LAC, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Central West Denver, Denver, CO 80204
"The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I change." (Carl Rogers) I am interested in blending the evidenced-based practices of Western psychotherapy with the wisdom and compassion of Eastern psychology. No matter the issue at hand, therapy first aims at bringing more openness, clarity, and non-judgement to the parts of ourselves that cause fear and trepidation. When we shine light into our shadow, we often find deeper meaning and understanding of ourselves and the world around us. From this space of fearlessness, we can begin to do the work to heal and make profound change in our life.
"The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I change." (Carl Rogers) I am interested in blending the evidenced-based practices of Western psychotherapy with the wisdom and compassion of Eastern psychology. No matter the issue at hand, therapy first aims at bringing more openness, clarity, and non-judgement to the parts of ourselves that cause fear and trepidation. When we shine light into our shadow, we often find deeper meaning and understanding of ourselves and the world around us. From this space of fearlessness, we can begin to do the work to heal and make profound change in our life.
We all want to feel seen and heard in our closest relationships but sometimes struggle to know how to foster that feeling. In my approach, I guide clients to use their emotions as a tool for understanding their needs and boundaries and I support them in sharing those with others. I work with individuals, couples, and families seeking support with disconnection, anxiety, substance use, affair recovery, depression, and self compassion. I specialize in working with pre-marital couples, new parents, and parent-child relationships.
We all want to feel seen and heard in our closest relationships but sometimes struggle to know how to foster that feeling. In my approach, I guide clients to use their emotions as a tool for understanding their needs and boundaries and I support them in sharing those with others. I work with individuals, couples, and families seeking support with disconnection, anxiety, substance use, affair recovery, depression, and self compassion. I specialize in working with pre-marital couples, new parents, and parent-child relationships.
Hi, I'm Tyler! I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate (LPCC) with a Master's in Clinical Mental Health from CU Denver. If you are navigating changes in your life, dealing with anxiety or depression, struggling with low self-esteem, just not feeling like yourself, or need extra support and a listening ear, I’m here to help. We all have a unique story shaped by our experiences, culture, and relationships. My goal is to truly understand your perspectives and tailor our work together to fit your values and your individual needs. Let's work together to find the best path forward for you.
Hi, I'm Tyler! I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate (LPCC) with a Master's in Clinical Mental Health from CU Denver. If you are navigating changes in your life, dealing with anxiety or depression, struggling with low self-esteem, just not feeling like yourself, or need extra support and a listening ear, I’m here to help. We all have a unique story shaped by our experiences, culture, and relationships. My goal is to truly understand your perspectives and tailor our work together to fit your values and your individual needs. Let's work together to find the best path forward for you.
Matthew Long
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Central West Denver, Denver, CO 80204 (Online Only)
You're at an age that you thought would have at least some of your dreams come together, instead you're settling for almost getting there. Stuck, trapped, one step forward but two steps back are the feelings you try to push away or ignore. Usually in unhelpful ways. This isn't the the person your younger self thought you would be. The good news is you know you're not done working towards the future you that feels fulfilled.
You're at an age that you thought would have at least some of your dreams come together, instead you're settling for almost getting there. Stuck, trapped, one step forward but two steps back are the feelings you try to push away or ignore. Usually in unhelpful ways. This isn't the the person your younger self thought you would be. The good news is you know you're not done working towards the future you that feels fulfilled.
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My approach relies on a warm and trusting therapeutic relationship where we can safely engage in healing work. We will navigate the pains and challenges of today, while fostering an understanding of how the past has played a role - all while inclining toward a meaningful future. I will provide tools for immediate relief as needed to support this process.
My approach relies on a warm and trusting therapeutic relationship where we can safely engage in healing work. We will navigate the pains and challenges of today, while fostering an understanding of how the past has played a role - all while inclining toward a meaningful future. I will provide tools for immediate relief as needed to support this process.
I want to help you meet your goals of living a more balanced and healthy life. I love to help clients do this by creating a trusting and authentic therapeutic relationship. Together we can start to unravel the patterns and beliefs that have been affecting your sense of self and how you navigate the world around you. I hope to come alongside you in your journey towards healing and restoration while providing you a sense of empowerment through the growth process.
I want to help you meet your goals of living a more balanced and healthy life. I love to help clients do this by creating a trusting and authentic therapeutic relationship. Together we can start to unravel the patterns and beliefs that have been affecting your sense of self and how you navigate the world around you. I hope to come alongside you in your journey towards healing and restoration while providing you a sense of empowerment through the growth process.
Maggie Albers
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Central West Denver, Denver, CO 80204 (Online Only)
Do you find yourself feeling like your plate is overflowing? Are you spending a lot of your time worrying about things that are out of your control? What might it be like to live a life where you are present, calm, and don’t feel pulled in a million different directions every single day? I specialize in working with adults who struggle with anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Maybe you’ve dealt with stress and anxiety for as long as you can remember, or maybe it is something that has stemmed from a specific situation that recently occurred. Either way, I believe, together, we can create a life you imagine.
Do you find yourself feeling like your plate is overflowing? Are you spending a lot of your time worrying about things that are out of your control? What might it be like to live a life where you are present, calm, and don’t feel pulled in a million different directions every single day? I specialize in working with adults who struggle with anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Maybe you’ve dealt with stress and anxiety for as long as you can remember, or maybe it is something that has stemmed from a specific situation that recently occurred. Either way, I believe, together, we can create a life you imagine.
Isable Marie Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Central West Denver, Denver, CO 80204
Are you and your partner struggling to communicate effectively when there is an issue, and you end up lashing out or withdrawing? Often time, when a partner has an unexpected reaction to a request or a comment, this will trigger feelings of being a burden, unloved, not good enough, or that you’re too much. I imagine when you feel this as a result of your partner's response, you respond by either pursuing your partner for answers to why they behaved that way or you withdraw from them. This is a typical cycle in relationships and can lead to feelings of loneliness, depression, anxiety, and distrust and can lead to unwanted behaviors.
Are you and your partner struggling to communicate effectively when there is an issue, and you end up lashing out or withdrawing? Often time, when a partner has an unexpected reaction to a request or a comment, this will trigger feelings of being a burden, unloved, not good enough, or that you’re too much. I imagine when you feel this as a result of your partner's response, you respond by either pursuing your partner for answers to why they behaved that way or you withdraw from them. This is a typical cycle in relationships and can lead to feelings of loneliness, depression, anxiety, and distrust and can lead to unwanted behaviors.
Jordan Gorrell- Accepting New Clients
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ACS
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Central West Denver, Denver, CO 80204
We all long for happiness, purpose, meaning, and community, but few of us believe we deserve it. We hide parts of ourselves out of fear of rejection and go through the world not feeling seen. In our work together, we will discover the patterns, beliefs, and experiences that prevent you from creating the future and relationships you want. I work with adolescents (10 years old to 12 years old), teens, adults, and couples.
We all long for happiness, purpose, meaning, and community, but few of us believe we deserve it. We hide parts of ourselves out of fear of rejection and go through the world not feeling seen. In our work together, we will discover the patterns, beliefs, and experiences that prevent you from creating the future and relationships you want. I work with adolescents (10 years old to 12 years old), teens, adults, and couples.
I enjoy working with those who wish to improve insight, increase emotional engagement, and remove barriers to their own success. My goal is to not only alleviate suffering, but to partner with you to help you get the most out of life.
I enjoy working with those who wish to improve insight, increase emotional engagement, and remove barriers to their own success. My goal is to not only alleviate suffering, but to partner with you to help you get the most out of life.
Nicole Akselrad
Counselor, BA, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Central West Denver, Denver, CO 80204
I learned something following a mentor of mine, “life is never made unbearable by circumstances, but only by lack of meaning and purpose.” This has been a foundation for me and a belief that I feel can best support individuals along their journeys. This belief coupled with a genuine and empathetic counseling relationship are factors that I feel can help facilitate re-connection and self discovery while repairing the self of past wounds. Mindfulness and curiosity can help bring awareness to feelings of angst and sadness that reside within us. My hope is that I can help you to navigate through life, despite its circumstances.
I learned something following a mentor of mine, “life is never made unbearable by circumstances, but only by lack of meaning and purpose.” This has been a foundation for me and a belief that I feel can best support individuals along their journeys. This belief coupled with a genuine and empathetic counseling relationship are factors that I feel can help facilitate re-connection and self discovery while repairing the self of past wounds. Mindfulness and curiosity can help bring awareness to feelings of angst and sadness that reside within us. My hope is that I can help you to navigate through life, despite its circumstances.
Michelle Stromme - Experienced Sex Therapist
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC, MFTC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Central West Denver, Denver, CO 80204 (Online Only)
Hi! My name is Michelle Stromme. I specialize in working with out-of-control sexual behavior (sex addiction), low libido, & couples. Are the intimacy and spark not as good as they used to be? Are you feeling alone, unfulfilled sexually? Does sex hurt? Do you feel that you must lie to your partner(s) about your fantasies or desires? You are not alone, and you are not broken. The human body and soul need connection, compassion, and pleasure. I am committed to helping you get or regain that as an individual and with your partner(s). I enjoy working with people from all walks of life. No topic is off-limits in my therapy sessions.
Hi! My name is Michelle Stromme. I specialize in working with out-of-control sexual behavior (sex addiction), low libido, & couples. Are the intimacy and spark not as good as they used to be? Are you feeling alone, unfulfilled sexually? Does sex hurt? Do you feel that you must lie to your partner(s) about your fantasies or desires? You are not alone, and you are not broken. The human body and soul need connection, compassion, and pleasure. I am committed to helping you get or regain that as an individual and with your partner(s). I enjoy working with people from all walks of life. No topic is off-limits in my therapy sessions.
My counseling approach is rooted in existential philosophy, focusing on the question: What does it mean to be human? Inspired by Viktor Frankl’s idea that “When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves,” I guide clients toward resilience by helping them reshape their responses to life’s inevitable challenges. Starting with cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), I focus on immediate symptom relief and practical tools, empowering clients to manage distress and create a foundation for deeper work.
My counseling approach is rooted in existential philosophy, focusing on the question: What does it mean to be human? Inspired by Viktor Frankl’s idea that “When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves,” I guide clients toward resilience by helping them reshape their responses to life’s inevitable challenges. Starting with cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), I focus on immediate symptom relief and practical tools, empowering clients to manage distress and create a foundation for deeper work.
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