Substance Use Therapists in Denver, CO

Mind Warrior Therapy. I have a huge passion working with clients battling substance use and mental health concerns. I enjoy working with a wide variety of clientele from adolescents to adults. Individuals who often feel misunderstood in order to help improve self-esteem, explore the pacts of trauma, maneuver relationships, and move forward with less weight on their shoulders. My goal is to provide a space which promotes growth and brings the feeling you are not alone. I am joining you on your journey and not here to judge you.

My aim is to foster a therapeutic space that is client-centered and supportive. As a client, you can expect to have a hands-on approach in your treatment by setting goals that you believe are important in creating the change you want for yourself. Each individual is unique and I do not believe in “one size fits all” therapy, so I will meet you where you are and work with you from there. I strive to empower clients and support their goals by developing and enhancing client skills using a variety of evidence-based interventions. I present a strength-based and solution-focused approach.

The therapeutic work I practice is grounded in a respect for the capacity of individuals to intuitively know where they are, where they want to be, and their resiliency and capacity for change. Sometimes that intuitive knowing is as simple as, not where I am now, or I find myself acting in ways I told myself I wouldn't or saying things to other's that hurt me when I was young. Sometimes it can be noticing things that work in some ways but also cause distress, such as substance use, isolation, or constant need for work or movement. And knowing and striving to feel more at ease and a better sense of well-being.

Over the last 13 plus years I have specialized in treating clients struggling with substance use and trauma. I have spent the majority of my career working in treatment facilities that address substance use whether they were residential, extended care or outpatient and I enjoy working with those who report concerns related to their use of a substance(s) and report other "underlying concerns" such as a history of trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, etc. I've been trained in EMDR and spent several years working with young adults, women, and even professionals. Codependency and family work is also an area of expertise of mine.

I recently moved to Denver from Orlando, Florida. I love hiking, painting, and my two cats, Tangerine and Gizmo! I am nonbinary (she/they pronouns) and queer. I am passionate about therapy and am here to help! I received both my bachelor’s and master’s degrees at University of Central Florida. I have worked in all levels of eating disorder treatment/care (inpatient, residential, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient, and outpatient), and have worked with all levels of substance use disorder treatment. I volunteered for Orlando United Counseling (for those affected by the Pulse and Plaza shootings) for 3 years.

I believe you are a capable and whole person who may be stuck or struggling against the unrealistic expectations of our daily lives. I understand the importance of having someone who cares about you and can guide you through processing life’s greatest challenges. I offer a caring and affirming place for you to build on your unique strengths and honor your values to create greater wellbeing and healing. I enjoy collaborating with individuals ages teens through older adults to improve overall wellness for themselves and in their relationships.

Are you grappling with anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, or strained relationships? Despite your best efforts, do you feel trapped in recurring patterns? I provide compassionate support and insightful guidance. Let's collaborate on a holistic, evidence-based approach to facilitate lasting change. Whether navigating personal obstacles or relational complexities, prioritizing your mental health and well-being is essential.

My passion is working with couples to positively impact their relationship and find new ways of communicating with each other, and I have found that using Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy is an exceptional tool to address attachment in family systems. I have also been fortunate enough to expand my experience into addressing substance use and the impact that it can have on not only the individual, but the entire family. Regardless of who is part of the family system, my goal is to help you reach your goals.

My practice is primarily focused on people struggling with traumatic experiences and substance use. Over the last 14 years I have worked primarily with military veterans. My goal is to help clients process experiences, better understand stressors, and help identify effective ways to cope. In sessions, clients will find warmth, compassion, and a focus on what is most important to them.

Welcome to our practice! Are you are mourning the loss of a loved one or coping with a traumatic experience? Have you gone through a divorce and are trying to rebuild you life and rediscover your identity? Are you struggling with substance use and needing to understand the root cause of your addiction to develop healthier ways to cope to live a fulfilling life? We can help you navigate through life's hardest times. Through a client-centered, solution-focused lens, we support individuals dealing with grief, divorce, substance use, and trauma. Aiming to empower you to find healing and regain control over your life!

I offer a free 30-minute virtual consultation - Anxiety has snuck up on you, and you're not quite sure how. In your day-to-day you've realized that you're overwhelmed, feeling nervous, second-guessing yourself, and simply wanting to feel confident and self-assured. You're here because you want to feel happier and enjoy your life again, and together we can get you there. I'll work with you to ease sources of anxious thoughts and feelings, heal old wounds, and discover what makes you excited about life. My specialties are anxiety, low self-esteem, attachment patterns, and substance use.

Are you ready for a change, and lost about how to make it? Many of us spend a lot of our lives struggling with what should be and the challenges of what is not. Whether it be substance use, relationship orientation and desires, grief, issues of depression and anxiety, or something else that is bothering you, I hope to co-create a journey in which you can allow yourself to let down, reflect, and gain skills to change the aspects of your life that you want to see improve or shift. *I believe access to mental health care should be a basic human right and provide reduced fee services, please inquire.*

I offer individual therapy for women and parents who are looking to dive deeper into why their lives aren’t currently working for them. I enjoy working with people recovering from traumatic events, unhealthy or abusive relationships, or substance use disorders/addictions. I utilize Acceptance and Commitment therapy and EMDR frameworks and techniques to help you create a life more aligned with your values in a non-judgmental, warm and welcoming environment.

I have immediate availability for new clients in Colorado and via telehealth in Florida! Is this stage of parenthood leaving you feeling more overwhelmed than you anticipated feeling or more overwhelmed than you have ever felt before? Perhaps you or a loved one are using alcohol or drugs to cope with life's stressors and overwhelming moments and you have become increasingly concerned about the amount you or your loved one is using. You are now seeing different areas of your life impacted by your mood or by your substance abuse and are hoping to find more healthy ways to cope with all of the ups and downs of life.

Finding the right support shouldn’t be so difficult. It can be really challenging just to identify all of the relevant factors in why we seek treatment. When we are ready to make change because something is not working, there is not always a simple answer or one intervention. Often we need to look from multiple perspectives and approach things in different ways to solve life’s complicated issues.

I am passionate about helping individuals re-discover their ideal selves. I believe strongly that life doesn’t not necessarily equip us with all of the tools to be well-adjusted, well-functioning adults, and that everyone can use support to help navigate life’s challenges. The clients I tend to see usually present with a wide variety of issues, including, but not limited to: depression, anxiety, substance use disorders and process addictions, trauma/PTSD, relational distress, LGBTQI and minority/marginalized-population issues, life transitions, self-esteem/self-control issues, and aging/older adults.

Finding yourself in destructive patterns and using unhelpful behaviors to cope can make you feel isolated and alone. Knowing you are different from others and wondering how to navigate everyday situations is exhausting and debilitating. Being neurodivergent in a world built for neurotypical people can lead to depression, anxiety, trauma, burnout, and substance use just to name a few. With the weight of everything all at once you can feel trapped and hopeless. No matter what you are struggling with, you deserve to be fiercely advocated for and supported in a way that honors your unique humanness.

Are you feeling stressed, overwhelmed, exhausted, or even hopeless? Do you wonder if things will ever get better? Whether you are experiencing emotional struggles that you just can’t seem to get through, having problems in your relationships, struggling with past trauma, addiction or substance use, experiencing stressful life changes, or stuck repeating the same old unhealthy or destructive patterns and behaviors you just can’t seem to break free of, therapy can help. Seeking help for the first time can be a scary and overwhelming experience. It takes courage to be willing to reach out and open up to someone new.

My approach to mental health is client-centered. My areas of focus are substance use and addiction, trauma, and retirement from sport. It is my priority to create a safe and nonjudgmental space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings. My goal is to work collaboratively to explore your concerns, identify strengths, and develop strategies for positive change. Choosing a mental health professional is a personal decision, and I am honored that you're considering me to be a part of your journey. I am available for in-person sessions in Denver, CO, and I offer virtual sessions throughout Colorado.