Narrative Therapists in Greenwood Village, CO
My specialty is trauma and transition, utilizing somatic, CBT, DBT and narrative techniques.
Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed or the wheels are falling off...you need a calm, nonjudgmental guide to get back to the you in your story. You need someone who will treasure your story and all the strength and color it has written in your soul. You need someone who can help you harness the strength in your soul and share your journey towards a more fulfilled, and a more connected life. I counsel from a belief that stories are meant to be shared, human beings are beautifully complex, and strength is found in community. Let's get started. I'm on Headway and Alma for those seeking to use insurance benefits.
My specialty is trauma and transition, utilizing somatic, CBT, DBT and narrative techniques.
Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed or the wheels are falling off...you need a calm, nonjudgmental guide to get back to the you in your story. You need someone who will treasure your story and all the strength and color it has written in your soul. You need someone who can help you harness the strength in your soul and share your journey towards a more fulfilled, and a more connected life. I counsel from a belief that stories are meant to be shared, human beings are beautifully complex, and strength is found in community. Let's get started. I'm on Headway and Alma for those seeking to use insurance benefits.
Gigi Woodall
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, EMDR
Verified Verified
Greenwood Village, CO 80112
I connect with systemic and mind-body approaches to healing like Internal Family Systems, EMDR, and Narrative Therapy.
You notice the constant noise between your ears telling you to meet the needs of others, and obsess about how you are perceived by others. You read the books and listen to the podcasts, but you feel like you are the outlier, as everyone else seems to have things figured out, while you continue to struggle with anxiety, how you feel in your body, and with your story. You feel out of control in your life—with your relationship with yourself and with others—and are tired of feeling like you are reacting to the world around you. You are ready to respond differently and create a new way of living.
I connect with systemic and mind-body approaches to healing like Internal Family Systems, EMDR, and Narrative Therapy.
You notice the constant noise between your ears telling you to meet the needs of others, and obsess about how you are perceived by others. You read the books and listen to the podcasts, but you feel like you are the outlier, as everyone else seems to have things figured out, while you continue to struggle with anxiety, how you feel in your body, and with your story. You feel out of control in your life—with your relationship with yourself and with others—and are tired of feeling like you are reacting to the world around you. You are ready to respond differently and create a new way of living.
Rendy Marican
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
My main therapeutic approach is Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) but will also employ other modalities like narrative therapy, person-centered therapy, and others when necessary.
I believe people come to counseling to seek a different, or better, way of approaching the challenges that life brings. You believe you can be a better version of yourself. You feel there’s a better way to approach your past and future so you can more fully experience the present. I am here to help you dive into that. Together, we can learn to embrace all the experiences that shape you. We can set you on the path to living a fulfilling and satisfying life that moves you towards your values.
My main therapeutic approach is Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) but will also employ other modalities like narrative therapy, person-centered therapy, and others when necessary.
I believe people come to counseling to seek a different, or better, way of approaching the challenges that life brings. You believe you can be a better version of yourself. You feel there’s a better way to approach your past and future so you can more fully experience the present. I am here to help you dive into that. Together, we can learn to embrace all the experiences that shape you. We can set you on the path to living a fulfilling and satisfying life that moves you towards your values.
Nick Van Atta
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate , MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
My approach integrates trauma-informed, cognitive-behavioral, attachment, psychodynamic, narrative, and existential modalities to address a range of challenges.
At the outset of life's journey, many carry aspirations to respond eagerly to the call-to-adventure, in order to lead rich and meaningful lives. Yet, along the way, there are plenty of adversities and afflictions that impede one's journey. To boot, in a rapidly changing, shapeshifting world, confusion and disorientation can create difficulty in making sense of one's experiences and seeing a path forward. I consider it my professional mission to help individuals heal from traumatic experiences and other psycho-emotional injuries, and to see them unburdened from the obstacles that hinder their personal growth.
My approach integrates trauma-informed, cognitive-behavioral, attachment, psychodynamic, narrative, and existential modalities to address a range of challenges.
At the outset of life's journey, many carry aspirations to respond eagerly to the call-to-adventure, in order to lead rich and meaningful lives. Yet, along the way, there are plenty of adversities and afflictions that impede one's journey. To boot, in a rapidly changing, shapeshifting world, confusion and disorientation can create difficulty in making sense of one's experiences and seeing a path forward. I consider it my professional mission to help individuals heal from traumatic experiences and other psycho-emotional injuries, and to see them unburdened from the obstacles that hinder their personal growth.
Elisa Spykstra
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
I take a trauma informed and collaborative approach to healing, implementing attachment, narrative, EMDR, and CBT based practices.
In this life, it is impossible to come out unscathed. As we journey forward we continue to accrue new scars, bruises, and scrapes. It often seems the world asks that we simply put a band-aid on our deep wounds and keep moving; when so often our injuries and brokenness need more attention and care. As a therapist, it is such an honor to bare witness and tend to the wounds. I take a very relational approach to counseling and I enjoy working with motivated and insightful, teens and adults who are looking for help with trauma recovery, anxiety & depression, grief & loss, ADHD, and life transitions.
I take a trauma informed and collaborative approach to healing, implementing attachment, narrative, EMDR, and CBT based practices.
In this life, it is impossible to come out unscathed. As we journey forward we continue to accrue new scars, bruises, and scrapes. It often seems the world asks that we simply put a band-aid on our deep wounds and keep moving; when so often our injuries and brokenness need more attention and care. As a therapist, it is such an honor to bare witness and tend to the wounds. I take a very relational approach to counseling and I enjoy working with motivated and insightful, teens and adults who are looking for help with trauma recovery, anxiety & depression, grief & loss, ADHD, and life transitions.
Timothy Wheeler
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Greenwood Village, CO 80111 (Online Only)
My approach includes but not limited to: CBT, Trauma Focused-CBT, Experiential, Psychodynamic, Brief Solution-Focused, Narrative, Gestalt, and Reframing.
Hello. My name is Tim Wheeler, LPC, and I am a Clinical Therapist living near Aspen, Colorado. I provide Individual Psychotherapy, Family and Couples Therapy.
My approach includes but not limited to: CBT, Trauma Focused-CBT, Experiential, Psychodynamic, Brief Solution-Focused, Narrative, Gestalt, and Reframing.
Hello. My name is Tim Wheeler, LPC, and I am a Clinical Therapist living near Aspen, Colorado. I provide Individual Psychotherapy, Family and Couples Therapy.
Zach Flynn-Tanner
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
Zach Flynn-Tanner is a licensed therapist in Colorado (LPC.0019629), who specializes in addiction, trauma, serious mental illness, and anxiety. His typical clients have been adults 18+, and in a variety of settings. Zach’s theoretical orientation is Reality Therapy/Choice Theory which helps empower individuals through CBT, DBT, and Narrative techniques, in order to better understand how the their needs are being met in potentially dysfunctional ways and begin changing them to create better overall quality of life through their choices.
Zach Flynn-Tanner is a licensed therapist in Colorado (LPC.0019629), who specializes in addiction, trauma, serious mental illness, and anxiety. His typical clients have been adults 18+, and in a variety of settings. Zach’s theoretical orientation is Reality Therapy/Choice Theory which helps empower individuals through CBT, DBT, and Narrative techniques, in order to better understand how the their needs are being met in potentially dysfunctional ways and begin changing them to create better overall quality of life through their choices.
I take an eclectic approach in my practice, integrating my background in research biology with techniques such as emotionally-focused therapy and narrative therapy. I specialize in treating families and young people.
I take an eclectic approach in my practice, integrating my background in research biology with techniques such as emotionally-focused therapy and narrative therapy. I specialize in treating families and young people.
I specialize in family systems, educational support, narrative therapy and religious trauma.
Have you ever wished you could just re-write your story? Maybe someone has spoken something over you that you still just can't shake. Narratives can stick with us for a while and sometimes we don't even know we are holding on to specific narratives. I aim to help my clients deconstruct years of generational trauma, academic experiences, oppression, systemic injustices, and much more. I aim to help create a safe and affirming space for diverse identities and experiences. Your story is your story. You deserve to be heard and I want to hear you.
I specialize in family systems, educational support, narrative therapy and religious trauma.
Have you ever wished you could just re-write your story? Maybe someone has spoken something over you that you still just can't shake. Narratives can stick with us for a while and sometimes we don't even know we are holding on to specific narratives. I aim to help my clients deconstruct years of generational trauma, academic experiences, oppression, systemic injustices, and much more. I aim to help create a safe and affirming space for diverse identities and experiences. Your story is your story. You deserve to be heard and I want to hear you.
Jessica Burchinal
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Greenwood Village, CO 80111 (Online Only)
I utilize CBT, client-centered, narrative, and systems theories.
I'm a therapist with Centus Counseling, a top-tier provider of behavioral health services in the metro-Denver area. I hold a Master's Degree in Counseling. I work with people from all stages of life to help them improve self-awareness, draw on their personal strengths, develop new skills, and aid in creating positive change. Together, we can start the work towards a deeper understanding of self, the environment around us, and how to align the two together. Allow me to help bring you towards a greater sense of hope and peace.
I utilize CBT, client-centered, narrative, and systems theories.
I'm a therapist with Centus Counseling, a top-tier provider of behavioral health services in the metro-Denver area. I hold a Master's Degree in Counseling. I work with people from all stages of life to help them improve self-awareness, draw on their personal strengths, develop new skills, and aid in creating positive change. Together, we can start the work towards a deeper understanding of self, the environment around us, and how to align the two together. Allow me to help bring you towards a greater sense of hope and peace.
Gena McLaughlin
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate , MA, LLPC
Verified Verified
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
In accordance with the needs of the client, I use tools from DBT, Narrative therapy, and ACT commonly.
Gena McLaughlin is an LPCC who takes a relational-cultural approach to counseling. Gena takes an integrative, intersectional approach to therapy that looks at societal structures and the social unit in one's life that may come in the way of an individual finding their unique happiness, voice, and fulfillment. Offering a work history as an advocate for survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking, Gena is passionate about working with those who have experienced trauma.
In accordance with the needs of the client, I use tools from DBT, Narrative therapy, and ACT commonly.
Gena McLaughlin is an LPCC who takes a relational-cultural approach to counseling. Gena takes an integrative, intersectional approach to therapy that looks at societal structures and the social unit in one's life that may come in the way of an individual finding their unique happiness, voice, and fulfillment. Offering a work history as an advocate for survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking, Gena is passionate about working with those who have experienced trauma.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
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.
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.
Stephanie A Maxfield
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Greenwood Village, CO 80111 (Online Only)
I utilize a broad range of treatment modalities including CBT, DBT, mindfulness, narrative therapy, and PE.
My passion lies in helping those who seek calm to find it. My clients typically come to me with anxiety, self-doubt, feelings of being overwhelmed, at times socially isolating. They want to feel better, sleep better, be fulfilled and connected but find themselves with busy minds, an inability to relax, and strained interactions. I offer listening to understand, nurturance to support self-compassion, and exploration of the root of the emotional distress. It is often times the result of chronic trauma, disappointing relationships, and a tendency towards perfectionism.
I utilize a broad range of treatment modalities including CBT, DBT, mindfulness, narrative therapy, and PE.
My passion lies in helping those who seek calm to find it. My clients typically come to me with anxiety, self-doubt, feelings of being overwhelmed, at times socially isolating. They want to feel better, sleep better, be fulfilled and connected but find themselves with busy minds, an inability to relax, and strained interactions. I offer listening to understand, nurturance to support self-compassion, and exploration of the root of the emotional distress. It is often times the result of chronic trauma, disappointing relationships, and a tendency towards perfectionism.
Dr. Heather W. Huffman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, EdM, LCSW
Verified Verified
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
I draw on attachment theory, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, emotion-focused couples therapy, mindfulness, and narrative therapy (you are the hero of your own story!).
I have a passion for working with people through difficult times. You may be feeling anxious, sad, stuck, or overwhelmed. You may have challenges in relationships, with work or school, suffer from previous trauma and outdated coping strategies, or you may be dealing with difficult life circumstances. I believe every person has innate capacities for healing, growth, connection and joy. I create a safe space to explore your emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. My approach is warm, humorous, and open-minded. Feel free to show up exactly as you are, as an individual or as a couple. We can unpack where you're at and create a life you love.
I draw on attachment theory, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, emotion-focused couples therapy, mindfulness, and narrative therapy (you are the hero of your own story!).
I have a passion for working with people through difficult times. You may be feeling anxious, sad, stuck, or overwhelmed. You may have challenges in relationships, with work or school, suffer from previous trauma and outdated coping strategies, or you may be dealing with difficult life circumstances. I believe every person has innate capacities for healing, growth, connection and joy. I create a safe space to explore your emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. My approach is warm, humorous, and open-minded. Feel free to show up exactly as you are, as an individual or as a couple. We can unpack where you're at and create a life you love.
Natasha Alvandi
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Greenwood Village, CO 80111 (Online Only)
I combine various evidence-based techniques—such as EMDR, CBT, IFS, DBT, ACT, Narrative Therapy, and Play Therapy—tailoring our sessions to your unique needs.
Have traumatic events left you feeling lost, disconnected, and struggling to communicate? Do you want to trust others, but feel like you can't trust yourself? You're not alone. Together, we will work to overcome the silencing and invalidating effects of trauma. My goal is to provide a safe, dedicated space where your voice is heard, and your experiences are respected. In therapy, we will work together at a pace that is right for you, allowing you to process past events and explore your emotions and experiences. This journey can be challenging, but through our collaboration, you can build resilience and regain trust in yourself.
I combine various evidence-based techniques—such as EMDR, CBT, IFS, DBT, ACT, Narrative Therapy, and Play Therapy—tailoring our sessions to your unique needs.
Have traumatic events left you feeling lost, disconnected, and struggling to communicate? Do you want to trust others, but feel like you can't trust yourself? You're not alone. Together, we will work to overcome the silencing and invalidating effects of trauma. My goal is to provide a safe, dedicated space where your voice is heard, and your experiences are respected. In therapy, we will work together at a pace that is right for you, allowing you to process past events and explore your emotions and experiences. This journey can be challenging, but through our collaboration, you can build resilience and regain trust in yourself.
Beth did her Ph.D. in counseling psychology at the Ohio State University, and is a licensed clinical psychologist with over twenty years of experience as a psychotherapist. She has specialized training in the treatment of trauma, including EMDR, narrative therapy, and sensorimotor therapy. She greatly enjoys working with individuals from a wide variety of backgrounds and identities, including LGBTQ, racial/ethnic identity, and bicultural/multicultural concerns.
Beth did her Ph.D. in counseling psychology at the Ohio State University, and is a licensed clinical psychologist with over twenty years of experience as a psychotherapist. She has specialized training in the treatment of trauma, including EMDR, narrative therapy, and sensorimotor therapy. She greatly enjoys working with individuals from a wide variety of backgrounds and identities, including LGBTQ, racial/ethnic identity, and bicultural/multicultural concerns.
I draw from various theoretical orientations, including psychodynamic, narrative, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).
“I can’t stop worrying about everything.” “Everyone leaves me.” “I need to make a change, but I feel stuck.” “No one understands what I’m going through.” I see you, and I am so glad that you're here. Life doesn't stop for us, even amid our greatest struggles. The difficult seasons may feel all-encompassing—and I believe therapy should be a space where you can take the time you need to process, explore, grow, and heal. This is your time—I am here to listen to your story and illuminate the strengths within as we work toward your unique goals.
I draw from various theoretical orientations, including psychodynamic, narrative, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).
“I can’t stop worrying about everything.” “Everyone leaves me.” “I need to make a change, but I feel stuck.” “No one understands what I’m going through.” I see you, and I am so glad that you're here. Life doesn't stop for us, even amid our greatest struggles. The difficult seasons may feel all-encompassing—and I believe therapy should be a space where you can take the time you need to process, explore, grow, and heal. This is your time—I am here to listen to your story and illuminate the strengths within as we work toward your unique goals.
Ann Hagerty
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA, MFA, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Greenwood Village, CO 80111 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
In my person-centered, strengths-based therapeutic environment, I integrate Narrative Therapy, expressive writing and arts exercises, trauma-informed mindfulness techniques, and talk therapy to help you reconnect to yourself and your self-worth.
“Rarely, if ever, are any of us healed in isolation. Healing is an act of communion.” – bell hooks The healing journey can be an intimidating path, and you don’t have to travel it alone. I believe that the role of a therapist is to walk beside you on your healing path. My top priority is to create a safe, accepting space where you can explore your inner landscape and develop skills to navigate your outer world. I am a trauma-informed, intersectional feminist who cares deeply about helping clients reclaim their power and reconnect to their voice.
In my person-centered, strengths-based therapeutic environment, I integrate Narrative Therapy, expressive writing and arts exercises, trauma-informed mindfulness techniques, and talk therapy to help you reconnect to yourself and your self-worth.
“Rarely, if ever, are any of us healed in isolation. Healing is an act of communion.” – bell hooks The healing journey can be an intimidating path, and you don’t have to travel it alone. I believe that the role of a therapist is to walk beside you on your healing path. My top priority is to create a safe, accepting space where you can explore your inner landscape and develop skills to navigate your outer world. I am a trauma-informed, intersectional feminist who cares deeply about helping clients reclaim their power and reconnect to their voice.
Kelly Howell
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MA, LPCC, MFTC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Greenwood Village, CO 80112
My approach draws from Emotionally Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Family Systems theories.
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.
My approach draws from Emotionally Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Family Systems theories.
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.
Patty Kozma
Marriage and Family Therapist Candidate, MFTC, MA
Verified Verified
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
With an approach of empathy and compassion, I work with individuals and couples to provide strategic and experiential solutions to the struggle that has brought you in. I will listen to understand and we will work together in a safe and open space. I hope to strengthen what's already inside of you and help you develop a greater self-awareness. I bring years of life experience to this work. Please know that you are not alone and that - with gratitude and optimism - there is hope to renew your heart and re-establish the important relationships in your life, including the one with yourself.
With an approach of empathy and compassion, I work with individuals and couples to provide strategic and experiential solutions to the struggle that has brought you in. I will listen to understand and we will work together in a safe and open space. I hope to strengthen what's already inside of you and help you develop a greater self-awareness. I bring years of life experience to this work. Please know that you are not alone and that - with gratitude and optimism - there is hope to renew your heart and re-establish the important relationships in your life, including the one with yourself.
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Narrative Therapists
Is narrative therapy evidence-based?
Narrative therapy is not well-studied, and it may not be as effective in treating mental health conditions when compared with evidence-based treatments such as cognitive behavioral therapy. Some small studies do show that depressed and anxious individuals who were treated with narrative therapy reported improvement in anxiety and depression symptoms.
How long does narrative therapy last?
Narrative therapy is less structured when compared with psychoanalysis, for example. Narrative therapy is more open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a few months, and sometimes a year or longer. Patients see their therapist one to two times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a person’s challenges and progress. Individuals can also practice the principles of narrative therapy after treatment has ended.
Does narrative therapy work?
Narrative therapy can help a person manage or reduce symptoms of conditions like depression or anxiety. This type of therapy encourages a person to reflect on the moments of their life when their particular problem was not at the forefront of their minds—perhaps life celebrations, achievements, and other successes. The individual is encouraged to rewrite their storyline as if their particular problem was not part of their life. This therapy may offer benefits that are hard to measure.
What are the possible limitations of narrative therapy?
Narrative therapy is person-centered or client-centered, and the health professional pays more attention to the subjective narratives that are constructed by the client, as opposed to other objective measures. The therapist privileges the individual’s perspective over all others. This open form may feel frustrating for individuals seeking a more structured approach; certainly, no one therapy type will work for every individual.