Domestic Abuse Therapists in Denver, CO
I also support those with complex trauma, narcissistic abuse, betrayal trauma & PTSD.
Have you experienced trauma, anxiety, depression, or negative self-worth? Have you become stuck in negative patterns of poor self-care, disordered eating, or interpersonal relationships that are draining or even abusive? I have dedicated my practice to helping others heal and break free from negative cycles of abuse - both within and outside oneself.
I also support those with complex trauma, narcissistic abuse, betrayal trauma & PTSD.
Have you experienced trauma, anxiety, depression, or negative self-worth? Have you become stuck in negative patterns of poor self-care, disordered eating, or interpersonal relationships that are draining or even abusive? I have dedicated my practice to helping others heal and break free from negative cycles of abuse - both within and outside oneself.
Mavis Salazar is an interactive, solution-focused registered physiotherapist. Using traditional methods her therapeutic approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges. Using traditional and transitional methods, I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues providing services that span from therapy for depression, grief counseling, trauma release to parenting support, adolescent support, domestic relationships, and beyond. In a comfortable and supportive atmosphere, I offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each of my client's individual needs to help attain the personal growth they're striving for.
Mavis Salazar is an interactive, solution-focused registered physiotherapist. Using traditional methods her therapeutic approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges. Using traditional and transitional methods, I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues providing services that span from therapy for depression, grief counseling, trauma release to parenting support, adolescent support, domestic relationships, and beyond. In a comfortable and supportive atmosphere, I offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each of my client's individual needs to help attain the personal growth they're striving for.
Lindsay Howson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80014 (Online Only)
My expertise is in working with adult survivors of childhood and/or adult sexual abuse, family of origin trauma, and survivors of domestic abuse.
The fact that you are visiting this page implies that you have been through and are going through some very difficult, confusing, and painful life experiences. I understand how difficult it is to share these intimate experiences with someone you do not know and I am honored to be the person who is able to partner with you as you strive to heal. If you are experiencing depression, anxiety, flashbacks, nightmares, relationship problems, or suspect that past experiences may be impacting your life, it would be my honor to help you find insight, healing, and joy as you heal. I am fully telehealth and licensed in both Oregon and Colorado.
My expertise is in working with adult survivors of childhood and/or adult sexual abuse, family of origin trauma, and survivors of domestic abuse.
The fact that you are visiting this page implies that you have been through and are going through some very difficult, confusing, and painful life experiences. I understand how difficult it is to share these intimate experiences with someone you do not know and I am honored to be the person who is able to partner with you as you strive to heal. If you are experiencing depression, anxiety, flashbacks, nightmares, relationship problems, or suspect that past experiences may be impacting your life, it would be my honor to help you find insight, healing, and joy as you heal. I am fully telehealth and licensed in both Oregon and Colorado.
My areas of expertise include: Women's Issues, Divorce and Coparenting, Stage of Life Issues, Complex Trauma and abuse recovery.
Are you experiencing anxiety, depression, or simply feel stuck in a cycle of negative emotions? Perhaps you are struggling with the challenges of complex trauma or divorce and coparenting. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I am passionate about supporting people to navigate life's transitions and rediscover their strength and resilience. I conveniently offer therapy sessions via telehealth, allowing you to receive support from the comfort and privacy of your own home.
My areas of expertise include: Women's Issues, Divorce and Coparenting, Stage of Life Issues, Complex Trauma and abuse recovery.
Are you experiencing anxiety, depression, or simply feel stuck in a cycle of negative emotions? Perhaps you are struggling with the challenges of complex trauma or divorce and coparenting. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I am passionate about supporting people to navigate life's transitions and rediscover their strength and resilience. I conveniently offer therapy sessions via telehealth, allowing you to receive support from the comfort and privacy of your own home.
My practice is grounded in treating stress, trauma, and PTSD. Supporting a broad range of clients impacted by the debilitating effects of these conditions - abuse, abandonment, loss, physical injury, chronic illness, terminal illness, chronic pain, obesity, work-related stress, relationship issues, etc. I have a uniquely-effective approach for assisting those impacted by sexual trauma. It is my professional passion and commitment to use the most effective and rapid treatment methods available to help clients achieve the highest degree of personal liberation and authenticity. I assist clients from the comfort and convenience of their own home via web video (Skype, FaceTime) and by phone.
My practice is grounded in treating stress, trauma, and PTSD. Supporting a broad range of clients impacted by the debilitating effects of these conditions - abuse, abandonment, loss, physical injury, chronic illness, terminal illness, chronic pain, obesity, work-related stress, relationship issues, etc. I have a uniquely-effective approach for assisting those impacted by sexual trauma. It is my professional passion and commitment to use the most effective and rapid treatment methods available to help clients achieve the highest degree of personal liberation and authenticity. I assist clients from the comfort and convenience of their own home via web video (Skype, FaceTime) and by phone.
Life offers us all challenges, and sometimes those challenges may seem unbearable or especially unique. Some of us experience difficulties from the time we are little children- trauma, abuse, neglect. We each have unique abilities and strengths. Sometimes, we have trouble accessing our strengths, but you have gifts in your being that are your gifts and strengths alone. My goal in working with you is to act as a catalyst -to encourage you to find your talents, abilities, and strengths that will serve you in coping with whatever difficulty life has given you.
Life offers us all challenges, and sometimes those challenges may seem unbearable or especially unique. Some of us experience difficulties from the time we are little children- trauma, abuse, neglect. We each have unique abilities and strengths. Sometimes, we have trouble accessing our strengths, but you have gifts in your being that are your gifts and strengths alone. My goal in working with you is to act as a catalyst -to encourage you to find your talents, abilities, and strengths that will serve you in coping with whatever difficulty life has given you.
Cassidy Gallegos
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80210
Waitlist for new clients
I work with individuals, 18 and older, who are looking for a trusted, compassionate partner to embark on their healing journey with. I work collaboratively, inclusively, and always with a holistic, trauma-informed lens. I focus on (complex) trauma, (C)PTSD, DID & other dissociative disorders, and addressing a variety of related symptoms from repeated/chronic trauma (including ritual abuse). Whether you are brand new to therapy or are someone who’s tried various other approaches without success, I’d be honored to walk alongside you. Visit the "Work With Me" page through my linked website to read more about my therapeutic niche.
I work with individuals, 18 and older, who are looking for a trusted, compassionate partner to embark on their healing journey with. I work collaboratively, inclusively, and always with a holistic, trauma-informed lens. I focus on (complex) trauma, (C)PTSD, DID & other dissociative disorders, and addressing a variety of related symptoms from repeated/chronic trauma (including ritual abuse). Whether you are brand new to therapy or are someone who’s tried various other approaches without success, I’d be honored to walk alongside you. Visit the "Work With Me" page through my linked website to read more about my therapeutic niche.
Darrelle Fricke
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, DVOMB , EMDR
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80210
Waitlist for new clients
I have specialty training in: Addiction, Domestic Violence, EMDR (for trauma, PTSD, addiction), Cognitive Behavioral & Narrative therapy.
On Maternity Leave from August 1st 2024- January 1st 2025. Feel free to schedule for January through my website. - The heart of Being Alive Counseling is to journey with you through everyday issues, as well as deeper addictions and trials, towards wholeness and healing. Counseling is not an attempt to fix all of your problems but to journey through them together. Whatever is making you believe that life is not good (be it depression, life transition, a trauma, marital problems), Being Alive Counseling believes you can return to your source of joy and meaning.
I have specialty training in: Addiction, Domestic Violence, EMDR (for trauma, PTSD, addiction), Cognitive Behavioral & Narrative therapy.
On Maternity Leave from August 1st 2024- January 1st 2025. Feel free to schedule for January through my website. - The heart of Being Alive Counseling is to journey with you through everyday issues, as well as deeper addictions and trials, towards wholeness and healing. Counseling is not an attempt to fix all of your problems but to journey through them together. Whatever is making you believe that life is not good (be it depression, life transition, a trauma, marital problems), Being Alive Counseling believes you can return to your source of joy and meaning.
Ashley Townsend - Phoenix Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MT-BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80222 (Online Only)
I have experience working with children, teens, and adults with complex trauma. I have had the privilege of learning from clinicians in recovery as well as clients facing addiction, children and teens in foster care, survivors of intimate partner violence and human trafficking. My background in crisis intervention has illuminated the interconnectedness and intersectionality of multiple traumas. And I understand that for most people, the therapeutic environment is a place where we need to experience acceptance for many interwoven losses, fears, and challenges.
I have experience working with children, teens, and adults with complex trauma. I have had the privilege of learning from clinicians in recovery as well as clients facing addiction, children and teens in foster care, survivors of intimate partner violence and human trafficking. My background in crisis intervention has illuminated the interconnectedness and intersectionality of multiple traumas. And I understand that for most people, the therapeutic environment is a place where we need to experience acceptance for many interwoven losses, fears, and challenges.
David J Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80211 (Online Only)
I work with clients who are struggling with substance abuse, addiction, anxiety, depression, anger, identity, and transition.
Seeking counseling can be a difficult first step. It's hard for us to acknowledge our pain, and often we feel guilty about it. Feelings aren't good or bad, they just are--the consequences of those feelings are what we can influence. Counseling is important because it can provide a safe place to speak the truth about what we are going through. Our truth is powerful and can be a motivator for making changes to how we feel and what we do. Counseling can help us identify our values, goals, & beliefs and to harness them to help us heal.
I work with clients who are struggling with substance abuse, addiction, anxiety, depression, anger, identity, and transition.
Seeking counseling can be a difficult first step. It's hard for us to acknowledge our pain, and often we feel guilty about it. Feelings aren't good or bad, they just are--the consequences of those feelings are what we can influence. Counseling is important because it can provide a safe place to speak the truth about what we are going through. Our truth is powerful and can be a motivator for making changes to how we feel and what we do. Counseling can help us identify our values, goals, & beliefs and to harness them to help us heal.
Catie Cizek
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MS, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80210
I hope to support clients as they move from disconnection and chaos towards connection and stability. I work with folks who may have experienced stressors such as relational issues, suicidal ideation, addiction, spiritual abuse, neglect, or multiple forms of trauma. My clients are primarily ages 16-35, though I welcome all those aged above who are seeking a compassionate companion to walk alongside them as they seek to heal. I'll be with you through the painful and challenging work towards internal and relational healing, which may look like increased regulation, consistency, felt safety and choice.
I hope to support clients as they move from disconnection and chaos towards connection and stability. I work with folks who may have experienced stressors such as relational issues, suicidal ideation, addiction, spiritual abuse, neglect, or multiple forms of trauma. My clients are primarily ages 16-35, though I welcome all those aged above who are seeking a compassionate companion to walk alongside them as they seek to heal. I'll be with you through the painful and challenging work towards internal and relational healing, which may look like increased regulation, consistency, felt safety and choice.
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These include survivors of interpersonal violence, gang and gun violence, human trafficking, and those who identify as Refugees or Asylees.
Welcome! If you are here, life's challenges may have you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, or alone, but you have taken the initial steps in working towards a more balanced and fulfilling life – so be sure to pat yourself on the back. I work with adolescents and adults who are seeking a compassionate, strengths-based, trauma-informed, and chill therapist to help navigate life’s rough patches and to take help take control of your own healing and narrative. Life can be difficult and these can be intense and scary times to deal with, but you don't have to navigate life's peaks and valleys alone.
These include survivors of interpersonal violence, gang and gun violence, human trafficking, and those who identify as Refugees or Asylees.
Welcome! If you are here, life's challenges may have you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, or alone, but you have taken the initial steps in working towards a more balanced and fulfilling life – so be sure to pat yourself on the back. I work with adolescents and adults who are seeking a compassionate, strengths-based, trauma-informed, and chill therapist to help navigate life’s rough patches and to take help take control of your own healing and narrative. Life can be difficult and these can be intense and scary times to deal with, but you don't have to navigate life's peaks and valleys alone.
My expertise includes working extensively with victims of violence and trauma, sexual abuse, interpersonal violence, adolescents, family members of victims of homicide, suicide or traumatic death and parents of sexually abused kids.
"There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you." - Maya Angelou. I am a licensed clinical psychologist practicing in Denver. I assist clients in developing insight and self-awareness so they may make more informed choices rather than perpetuating old patterns and habits. My work tends to focus on healing from the past, increasing coping skills and building on existing strengths to move in a new direction and create change. I bring 26 years of experience, knowledge, skills, humor, and empathy to my work with clients.
My expertise includes working extensively with victims of violence and trauma, sexual abuse, interpersonal violence, adolescents, family members of victims of homicide, suicide or traumatic death and parents of sexually abused kids.
"There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you." - Maya Angelou. I am a licensed clinical psychologist practicing in Denver. I assist clients in developing insight and self-awareness so they may make more informed choices rather than perpetuating old patterns and habits. My work tends to focus on healing from the past, increasing coping skills and building on existing strengths to move in a new direction and create change. I bring 26 years of experience, knowledge, skills, humor, and empathy to my work with clients.
Whether you find yourself in life transition, impacted by personal or communal violence or other traumatic events, or otherwise feel frozen or stuck, therapy may support you in building awareness and skills to move through what you're facing. You may experience doubt in aspects of yourself you're unfamiliar with, fear of known or unknown stress-inducing circumstances, or the physical and emotional impacts of violence or pain you've seen or experienced. In each case, finding space where you can name what is painful to name is often the first step in that movement through it.
Whether you find yourself in life transition, impacted by personal or communal violence or other traumatic events, or otherwise feel frozen or stuck, therapy may support you in building awareness and skills to move through what you're facing. You may experience doubt in aspects of yourself you're unfamiliar with, fear of known or unknown stress-inducing circumstances, or the physical and emotional impacts of violence or pain you've seen or experienced. In each case, finding space where you can name what is painful to name is often the first step in that movement through it.
I provide education, skill-building, process and support to those battling addiction/substance abuse and co-occurring mental health concerns.
I am a psychotherapist based out of the Denver Metro area (credentialed through DORA) and a DVOMB Full Operating Level Approved Provider in the state of CO to provide domestic violence treatment services. I have extensive experience, both personally and professionally, with addiction and dual diagnosis treatment. I bring 10+ years of recovery to my work and, where appropriate, integrate it into my evidence-based practice and approach. I utilize cognitive-behavioral therapy and, per client needs, integrate additional practices (i.e. solution-focused, family systems, motivational enhancement, rational-emotive behavioral therapies).
I provide education, skill-building, process and support to those battling addiction/substance abuse and co-occurring mental health concerns.
I am a psychotherapist based out of the Denver Metro area (credentialed through DORA) and a DVOMB Full Operating Level Approved Provider in the state of CO to provide domestic violence treatment services. I have extensive experience, both personally and professionally, with addiction and dual diagnosis treatment. I bring 10+ years of recovery to my work and, where appropriate, integrate it into my evidence-based practice and approach. I utilize cognitive-behavioral therapy and, per client needs, integrate additional practices (i.e. solution-focused, family systems, motivational enhancement, rational-emotive behavioral therapies).
Susan Weinstein & City Park Counseling Center,PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80206
I have a passion for working with adults in big or small life transitions and emerging adults staring their adult lives! I have a trauma focused practice. I work with those who seek treatment for life experiences such as: anxiety, depression, sexual, physical, or emotional abuse, social isolation, teen friendships/bullying/dating, teen parenting, teen pregnancy counseling and support, low energy, stress, panic attacks, a traumatic event or other stressors, self sufficiency development, divorce, low self esteem, ADD/ADHD, mood dysregulation, oppositional or angry behaviors, and relational and attachment issues. EMDR Certified and CIT
I have a passion for working with adults in big or small life transitions and emerging adults staring their adult lives! I have a trauma focused practice. I work with those who seek treatment for life experiences such as: anxiety, depression, sexual, physical, or emotional abuse, social isolation, teen friendships/bullying/dating, teen parenting, teen pregnancy counseling and support, low energy, stress, panic attacks, a traumatic event or other stressors, self sufficiency development, divorce, low self esteem, ADD/ADHD, mood dysregulation, oppositional or angry behaviors, and relational and attachment issues. EMDR Certified and CIT
Kristin N Gearhart
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80231
I have completed Level I/II of EMDR training and use this powerful and effective method to treat anxiety, trauma, abuse issues and PTSD.
I specialize in treating trauma/PTSD, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety,parenting and relationship issues, military issues and personality disorders. I enjoy working with people of all ages, in individual, family and couples counseling and have experience working with military members and their families.
I have completed Level I/II of EMDR training and use this powerful and effective method to treat anxiety, trauma, abuse issues and PTSD.
I specialize in treating trauma/PTSD, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety,parenting and relationship issues, military issues and personality disorders. I enjoy working with people of all ages, in individual, family and couples counseling and have experience working with military members and their families.
Jessie Conway
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80212 (Online Only)
I strive to empower clients to experience true vitality, freedom, acceptance, and autonomy. I take a client-centered, holistic, integrative approach to therapy. I believe that my clients should be the experts of their own health, and I serve as a guide to overcome trauma, abuse, stressors, and life-transitions by building self-awareness and inner-strength. Inclusivity, community, and social justice are strongly represented in my practice. I will meet you where you are at on your journey and co-create achievable and measurable wellness goals.
I strive to empower clients to experience true vitality, freedom, acceptance, and autonomy. I take a client-centered, holistic, integrative approach to therapy. I believe that my clients should be the experts of their own health, and I serve as a guide to overcome trauma, abuse, stressors, and life-transitions by building self-awareness and inner-strength. Inclusivity, community, and social justice are strongly represented in my practice. I will meet you where you are at on your journey and co-create achievable and measurable wellness goals.
Joe Elliott
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LMFT, LPC, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80202
I am trained in EMDR, Couples and Family Therapy, and Substance Abuse Treatment.
For the past 25 years, I have worked with a vast and diverse group of people in the field of human services. My work has been informed by a deep value of service to others and a consistent striving to improve the quality of life of my clients. My goal is to provide high quality psychotherapy for couples, families, and individuals because I believe that strengthening relationships is one of the best avenues to mental health. My attention to the unique circumstances of my clients, my networking other professionals, and my hard work leads clients to feel supported and faithful that real change is possible.
I am trained in EMDR, Couples and Family Therapy, and Substance Abuse Treatment.
For the past 25 years, I have worked with a vast and diverse group of people in the field of human services. My work has been informed by a deep value of service to others and a consistent striving to improve the quality of life of my clients. My goal is to provide high quality psychotherapy for couples, families, and individuals because I believe that strengthening relationships is one of the best avenues to mental health. My attention to the unique circumstances of my clients, my networking other professionals, and my hard work leads clients to feel supported and faithful that real change is possible.
For the past 25 years, I have helped people heal from the emotional pain that frequently results from divorce, trauma, abuse, the death of loved ones, and physical illness. I have helped people make changes so that they can lead happier and more rewarding lives. In my practice, the focus of therapy is on YOU, so that together we can increase your awareness about YOUR life patterns, build on YOUR strengths, and help YOU develop new coping strategies. I believe that problems can be solved when we learn to focus on our strengths while appreciating and dealing with our past.
For the past 25 years, I have helped people heal from the emotional pain that frequently results from divorce, trauma, abuse, the death of loved ones, and physical illness. I have helped people make changes so that they can lead happier and more rewarding lives. In my practice, the focus of therapy is on YOU, so that together we can increase your awareness about YOUR life patterns, build on YOUR strengths, and help YOU develop new coping strategies. I believe that problems can be solved when we learn to focus on our strengths while appreciating and dealing with our past.
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Domestic Abuse Therapists
What are the most effective ways to recover from domestic abuse?
Leaving an abusive relationship requires tremendous courage, so survivors in treatment should recognize that they have already completed the most important step. Still, the trauma of physical or emotional abuse can be difficult to process and overcome. Therapy can help survivors process trauma, grief, and difficult emotions, treat relevant mental health symptoms, and create a new framework for boundaries and relationships in the future. For some, support groups can also be an invaluable outlet for healing.
When should an individual seek help for domestic abuse?
Victims of intimate partner violence should seek help immediately. It can take substantial time, planning, energy, and courage to leave an abusive relationship, but starting the process—by seeking therapy, calling the domestic violence hotline, or simply confiding in a loved one—will help them get there. Those who have left abusive relationships but haven’t sought treatment can also greatly benefit from therapy to process and heal from the experience.
What are the consequences of staying in an abusive relationship?
Remaining in an abusive relationship has serious repercussions. In addition to the ongoing threat of physical danger and emotional abuse, research shows that intimate partner violence is associated with a range of mental health disorders including depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and substance abuse. Therefore it’s important for individuals in an abusive relationship to seek help as soon as possible.
How can you get domestic abuse treatment for someone else?
It can be very complicated to identify and leave an abusive relationship; barriers include the threat of violence, financial instability, and family pressures. Those concerned about a loved one in an abusive relationship should talk to them about the situation, provide them with resources such as the domestic violence hotline, and introduce the idea of seeing a therapist due to their concern for the person’s safety and well-being.