Family Systems Therapists in Englewood, CO

Hello! My name is Kelly and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I have experience working with adolescents 13+ and adults who struggle with mood and anxiety disorders, low self-esteem, low self-worth, social skills, peer relationship struggles, emotion regulation, and trauma. I have worked with adolescents and adults experiencing both acute and chronic suicidality and self- injurious behavior.

Counseling is all about learning new skills for relationship and managing emotions at work, home and in the community while allowing me to coach in the process! Individuals open to working within a family setting to change behaviors, long-standing relationship patterns or addictive behaviors are favorites with me.

My approach is practical, open and straightforward while maintaining warmth and respect. I believe every person has the capacity to grow and change, given the internal resources and the courage to make the attempt. Together we can enhance self reflection, stimulate self renewal, and guide introspection. I use a family systems approach, with psychoanalytic and humanistic techniques. I also apply art and play therapy techniques with children and adults. Often I will give homework assignments and offer reading resources. I am trained in the use of EMDR and use EMDR techniques and processes.

I have over 30 years of experience as a clinical social worker. I have worked in school, hospital and outpatient mental health settings. I am very passionate about the work I have done as a clinical social worker and all the learning experiences it as provided and contributed to my personal and professional growth . My aim is to provide a safe, calm and affirming environment for us to discuss what brought you into therapy. I will work with you in creating a plan to support your healing and growth .

I provide psychotherapy and counseling to adults, couples and families, and have extensive training in couples work and grief therapy (including traumatic loss and loss after a suicide). I draw primarily from a Psychodynamic approach to therapy but have training in a variety of modalities, including EMDR and Brainspotting, specialized grief therapy, DBT, family systems, IFS, trauma therapy, and Imago couples therapy, so as to be able to meet my clients where they are and with what might best attend to their issues.

Does your life seem overwhelming? Do you feel worthless, alone or depressed? Do you try to improve your relationships, but nothing seems to help? Possibly you ruminate on circumstances from your past which robs you of a peaceful present. This may cause depression and/or anxiety, which makes your life difficult. You may feel completely alone in this. I have also struggled with these issues, and found a lot of healing through therapy. I am confident that you can too. Are you ready to make changes in your life so you can have a joy-filled future? I believe this is possible for you!

I am passionate about supporting clients to discover and live into their most authentic, true selves. As an insight-oriented and person-centered therapist, I strive to create meaningful connections with clients and believe warmth, understanding, and care are at the foundation of each therapeutic relationship. I work with individuals, couples, and families of all ages, and primarily work with clients experiencing trauma & PTSD, eating disorders, depression, and anxiety.

Growing up isn't easy, and neither is parenting! My goal is to be a resource for you and your child as you navigate the challenges of life together. Through the use of Play Therapy, I strive to provide a place where your child can feel safe to communicate and process their emotions, fears, and experiences in a way that feels natural and comfortable to them.

Life is constantly changing and evolving. Sometimes we need a little support to take care of ourselves, reach our goals or to make strong, lasting relationships with the people we love. No one is an island. People need people to feel connected and lead fulfilling lives. Let me help you do the same. Here at Serenity Counseling Services, we believe in supporting our clients through fostering authentic connection, establishing direction with values and not merely goals, and restoring meaning and purpose to the lives of clients and their families.

I am a relational therapist who supports my clients in their pursuit of healing and integration. I use an attachment-based, trauma-informed approach to all therapy. My clients may feel overwhelmed, stuck, and confused as they go through challenging transitions, relationship difficulties, or begin to face past trauma. I often support couples in deepening their intimacy (emotional and physical) and rebuilding a meaningful sense of connection. I work with all clients to gain more understanding and compassion as we explore the unique challenges they face, past or present.

Anyone can struggle in their most important relationships, in spite of hard work & the best intentions. Trying to fix your own relationship difficulties can feel like trying to do brain surgery on yourself. If you try hard & still get stuck in repeating patterns of conflict, don't know how to talk about your feelings without starting a fight, feel misunderstood, or maybe feel like you're not high on your partner's priority list, you are not alone. I specialize in Emotionally Focused Therapy, an evidenced-based map to help you get the love, closeness & sense of security in your most important relationships that you deserve to have.

My work with clients is rooted in the belief that seeking therapy is a vulnerable thing. I seek to partner with clients in that vulnerability and courage by creating a welcoming, safe, and accepting environment through my compassion and humor. I utilize different therapeutic techniques, like cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, psychoeducation etc., to meet clients where they are at and develop goals and support change in ways that are aligned with the client's values. Life can be challenging, but through this process we can expand the different "tools" you have to meet those challenges.

After 20+ years as a global business professional while raising 3 children in a two working parent household, my life experience, combined with my clinical training, I am passionate about helping others navigate life’s obstacles; whether it be life transitions, adults of childhood trauma, parenting, romantic relationships, divorce, affairs, careers, adult children caring for parents or parenting neurodiverse children. I actively listen to your needs and use a collaborative approach to help you and your loved ones experience being seen and heard in a safe and empathetic setting.

These are really tough times, aren't they? Existing issues feel bigger and it can be that much harder to cope. Therapy can heIp. I approach therapy in a warm and collaborative manner to help couples, individuals, and families identify new and adaptive ways to deal with life's challenges. In couples therapy, I use Emotion-Focused and Gottman approaches to help partners learn to manage and repair conflict, rebuild trust and intimacy, and build emotional connections. In family treatment, I'll work with your family to develop adaptive and healthy communication patterns, as well as address parenting concerns and behavioral issues.

You’re juggling a career, relationships, and personal goals. Stressed and overwhelmed. Never having time for yourself. You often worry about letting people down and struggle with an inner critic that whispers, "You're not good enough." How can you quiet these doubts and step into a life where you feel confident, secure, and valued? Imagine feeling more in control and cultivating deeper, more fulfilling connections with yourself and others. Online therapy can help. I help women in Texas and Colorado increase their self-confidence and improve the quality of their relationships without minimizing their own needs.

COUPLES, FAMILY, CHILD and INDIVIDUAL THERAPY. True Happiness and Stability Stems from the Quality of our Significant Relationships! I work from a strength-based, solution-focused, and systemic or relational orientation, all are evidence-based approaches. I focus on people's strengths and possibilities while addressing their real life difficulties. I also provide personality, relationship and career assessments. I believe in a holistic approach to the therapeutic process that incorporates biological, psychological, social, and spiritual dimensions empowering a person or family toward mastering life to its fullest!

Note: all sessions are online. Welcome, and thank you for taking the first steps towards healing. I chose this line of work to provide others with the skills they need for walking their life path with their heads held high and love in their hearts. At some point we are all given difficult, transformative opportunities. I would be grateful to assist in honoring life's painful experiences and integrating them as they transform you into something greater. As a yoga teacher, therapist, and spiritual seeker who specializes in working with women I use healing modalities that shift the mind, body, and soul.

My work specializes in individual and couples therapy for those experiencing conflict in their relationship. I anticipate sessions with clients speaking from a position of "rightness" early in therapy with a smooth transition to deepened listening while recognizing personal missteps and growth considerations. As a client, you will be expected to be the main character in your narrative and over time place less change demands on the supportive roles in your life. You will speak with purpose and listen with the intention of learning to step into the next chapter of your relationship with yourself and your partner.

As a counselor, I look to the Latin phrase Cura Personalis as a guide. This translates as "care for the whole person". This approach calls for individualized attention to the needs of others, a distinct respect for their unique circumstances, and an appropriate appreciation for their particular gifts and insights. With this phrase in mind, I believe that everyone has the tools within them to find healing and create a better more fulfilling life, the challenge is uncovering those tools to begin the journey. As a counselor, I am committed to walking alongside my clients every step of the way.