Strength-Based Therapists in Denver, CO

Thanks for taking the first step on your path to wellness! Therapy can be an intimidating process, but also one of the most rewarding ones. Whether you're experienced in therapy or trying it for the first time, I am open to it all. My focus is on adult clients coming in for trauma, anxiety, depression, abuse, life skills, substance abuse, codependency/relationship issues, and motivation.

You might feel overwhelmed, but you've made it this far. When things aren't working, you don't have to figure it out alone. As your therapist, I'll help you work towards the life you want, based on your specific situation and needs. Everyone deserves a safe, objective space to process their emotions and experiences. I encourage seeking and allowing compassion for oneself, and appreciate you taking the first step in that process. My work is focused on creating the relationship in which feelings can be shared fluidly, where the space that we have created together fosters the communication and honesty that will be our foundation.

Let's work together to create change, to increase your ability to bounce back from hardships and disappointments, to create and sustain meaningful connections to others, to heal from loss and heartaches. With support, you can take steps towards health and happiness and build the life that you deserve.

Are you tired of feeling misunderstood, alone and overwhelmed? Do you feel like you’ve tried everything, only to still struggle? Emotions, trauma and relationship stress can leave us feeling defeated and hopeless. My clients include children and adults overwhelmed by emotions, trauma responses, and/or dealing with relationship wounds (e.g., parenting stressors, infidelity, communication breakdown). We work together so you feel truly heard, seen, and understood. Your goals matter and we take intentional actions so therapy feels productive and meaningful.

I'm a seasoned therapist, having worked in the mental health the field for over 20 years. I provide quality therapeutic care to those in need. I believe that we all have an intrinsic desire to strive towards health, healing and harmony in our lives. I specialize in treating trauma, depression, anxiety and attachment issues with individuals and couples to help them optimize their life experience.

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.

Balancing the weight of your past and present experiences, relationship challenges, communication struggles, or a lost sense of direction can stir up a lot of complex emotions, especially amid life’s expectations, responsibilities, and current world events. Facing these feelings alone can be overwhelming and isolating. I’m here to support you in discovering your authentic self and voice, through all the highs and lows. At Empowered Minds, I want you to feel comfortable being you! I offer mindfulness oriented and strength based talk therapy in a non-judgmental, open and honest, humorous, and supportive one on one environment.

I am a licensed psychotherapist (LCSW) in Florida, Colorado and Virginia, an empathetic healer, an avid mental health awareness advocate. I specialize in working with individuals struggling with addiction, depression, anxiety, trauma, stress, codependency issues, self-esteem issues, anger management issues and other emotional struggles. My passion as a therapist is to assist you in developing skills to help you find the happiness and abundance from within. I strive to create a safe space where you can feel comfortable in sharing your perspectives, hopes, aspirations, fears, and growths.

Stephanie is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Sport Psychology Consultant, and Yoga Therapist based in Chicago, IL, Denver, CO, and Frisco CO. She utilizes a strength-based model to teach therapeutic skills and assists clients in gaining emotional control. Stephanie is successful in helping individuals who are struggling with life transitions and overcoming setbacks. In addition, she assists those who are looking to improve performance, set and achieve goals, and gain a positive sense of self.

Embarking on the path to self-discovery and empowerment takes courage, and I commend you for taking this step towards positive change. My approach to therapy is deeply rooted in the belief you possess the strength and resilience needed to overcome life's challenges and cultivate a fulfilling existence. As your therapist, I am here to accompany you on this journey, providing a safe and nurturing space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences without judgment.

NOT accepting new clients at this time. I have worked with children, adolescents, and young adults in various settings for the past 22 years. I have extensive experience providing family therapy and parent coaching, as well as, individual therapy for adults managing life transitions, stress, and who are seeking mental health support. I specialize in the treatment of depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, ASD, social skill deficits, behavior control difficulties, and grief and loss. Helping individuals to strengthen their self-esteem, improve their insight, and create a stronger and more valued sense of self is a passion of mine.

Through support and encouragement, everyone can have the ability to create positive change and find a balance in their lives. A strength-based approach can allow for the opportunity to identify successes, reestablish healthy patterns and learn new ways to deal with everyday life. I strive to create a safe and welcoming environment for clients from all backgrounds to share and process whatever brings them to the counseling space. I operate using an integrative approach to counseling, meaning I utilize different techniques based on what works best for you. Together, we can create goals that you or your child hope to achieve.

Everyone has mental health. While we all have unique ways to handle our mental well being, we don't have to face it alone. I believe in holding space for all parts that make you, you. I am committed to meeting you where you are on your journey of mental clarity and life transition(s). I welcome my clients to explore their current challenges, past experiences that might be holding them back, and future hopes. Whether you're struggling with feeling overwhelmed, experiencing overbearing feelings of sadness, hopelessness, worthlessness, perfectionism, and fear, you are not alone. Life improvement and self growth is attainable.

Shame and guilt bogging you down? Dealing with the pain of losing a loved one? Grieving a break-up? Struggling with self-blame and criticism? Do you feel stressed, overwhelmed, and have lost some of your interest in things that once made you feel alive? Or maybe you're feeling stuck and searching for more purpose in life? I offer a safe space to process these feelings. A space where you can feel validated, and understood, but held accountable to begin making meaningful changes.

Schedule today through my website! > Link in bio. There are many reasons people seek out therapy. Often life can seem out of control, chaotic, and impossible to navigate. Other times people may feel stuck, lost, or overwhelmed with the turns life has taken. Life struggles are inevitable and sometimes people need additional support. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, who has worked with diverse populations ranging from children, adolescents to adults and families within settings such as outpatient facilities and clinics. I utilize a client centered, strength-based approach.

I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, and low self-esteem. I specialize in helping people who are navigating difficult life transitions and looking to gain insight about their emotions, relationship patterns, and personal history. My style is warm, engaged, and collaborative rather than one-sided. I integrate techniques from evidence-based practices of somatic psychotherapy, parts work, DBT, and cognitive-behavioral therapy to help you find new skills to handle your challenges.

OLD PATTERNS, behaviors & habits no matter how painful have an incredible magnetic power that feels like home. CHANGE on the other hand no matter how much better still feels uncomfortable at first because it doesn't feel like home. Do you find yourself doing the same thing over & over expecting a new outcome-that's the definition of INSANITY. Please, together let's explore your past & present thoughts & discover the cause/triggers to failures or destructive patterns. I use a practical problem solving approach that creates a dynamic and effective path for a successful CHANGE.

I am a strength-based psychotherapist. My work with individuals and families strives to unlock their inner capacities for strength, self determination, health and happiness, performance, well-being, and meaningful relationships. I believe that this potential is within all of us and is waiting to be unlocked. Everyone has a unique personality and experience, therefor I take an integrated approach that pulls from a variety of theoretical frameworks including, attachment theory, narrative therapy, self psychology, emotionally focused theory and spiritual/existential psychology.

The Child and Family Therapy Center of Denver, LLC specializes in providing therapeutic support to children, adolescents and families in a supportive, non-judgmental environment. We focus on helping families identify goals to improve their quality of life and make sustainable change. At The Child and Family Therapy Center of Denver, we support the CLLI, CES, SLS & CHRP Waivers along with Medicaid/CHP+ and Anthem.