Therapists in Manitou Springs, CO
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I have learned the importance of blending evidence-based care with a unique individualized approach tailored to the needs and desires of the individual; therefore, I practice a multi-modal approach that mixes neuroscience and psychology. I have served underprivileged communities, worked with survivors and perpetrators of sexual and gender violence and have specialized training working with addictions, and promoting mind-body wellness.
I have learned the importance of blending evidence-based care with a unique individualized approach tailored to the needs and desires of the individual; therefore, I practice a multi-modal approach that mixes neuroscience and psychology. I have served underprivileged communities, worked with survivors and perpetrators of sexual and gender violence and have specialized training working with addictions, and promoting mind-body wellness.
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Alan Hale
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MA, LPCC, MFTC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80901
Accepting only couples at this time, not individual clients. Schedule instantly through my website link in my profile! As a queer BIPOC individual, my passion is working with other individuals, relationships, and family systems of the queer and or BIPOC community. If you grew up in a culture that viewed mental health as taboo, you may be feeling alone and hopeless. Know that you are not alone in your journey. I believe that people and relationships can thrive if given the proper support, nourishment, and environment. We are all given the same tools, but how helpful can it be if we were never taught how to use them?
Accepting only couples at this time, not individual clients. Schedule instantly through my website link in my profile! As a queer BIPOC individual, my passion is working with other individuals, relationships, and family systems of the queer and or BIPOC community. If you grew up in a culture that viewed mental health as taboo, you may be feeling alone and hopeless. Know that you are not alone in your journey. I believe that people and relationships can thrive if given the proper support, nourishment, and environment. We are all given the same tools, but how helpful can it be if we were never taught how to use them?
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Clint Callahan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80909
Not accepting new clients
In a world that's constantly shifting and throwing challenges our way, it's no surprise that many of us find ourselves grappling with a sense of disconnection and uncertainty. Whether it's the unique struggles faced by veterans, the nagging doubts of imposter syndrome, the shadows of depression and anxiety, the pressures of parenting, the complexities of substance use, or the quest for a balanced work-life harmony, life can indeed feel like a relentless storm. But here's the thing – if you're ready to turn the page, to embrace change and actively work towards a better you, I'm here. Let's talk, and together, we can create a change.
In a world that's constantly shifting and throwing challenges our way, it's no surprise that many of us find ourselves grappling with a sense of disconnection and uncertainty. Whether it's the unique struggles faced by veterans, the nagging doubts of imposter syndrome, the shadows of depression and anxiety, the pressures of parenting, the complexities of substance use, or the quest for a balanced work-life harmony, life can indeed feel like a relentless storm. But here's the thing – if you're ready to turn the page, to embrace change and actively work towards a better you, I'm here. Let's talk, and together, we can create a change.
Online Therapists
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Ian Birlem Psychotherapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80304
I specialize in working with adults and teenagers who have suffered trauma, couples counseling, and I work with men around masculine integration and "Nice Guy" recovery. My work with couples and families is based in healing deep attachment wounds from early childhood and previous relationships so individuals can find deeper intimacy, trust, and connection with the people that matter most in their lives. When desired and appropriate I offer Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy and am highly trained in Psychedelic Therapy. I also utilize EMDR trauma therapy, PACT couple therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS) and mindfulness.
I specialize in working with adults and teenagers who have suffered trauma, couples counseling, and I work with men around masculine integration and "Nice Guy" recovery. My work with couples and families is based in healing deep attachment wounds from early childhood and previous relationships so individuals can find deeper intimacy, trust, and connection with the people that matter most in their lives. When desired and appropriate I offer Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy and am highly trained in Psychedelic Therapy. I also utilize EMDR trauma therapy, PACT couple therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS) and mindfulness.
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Joe Saavedra
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CSAT, CMAT, CCTP
Verified Verified
16 Endorsed
Louisville, CO 80027 (Online Only)
I am trained in the 30-Task Recovery model (group therapy), PACT Couples therapy model, and Trauma Resiliency Model (TRM) for individuals.
As a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT) and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) trained in IFS, I am absolutely passionate about helping those impacted by sexual integrity issues. I work with "addicted parts" using individual, couple, and group therapy modalities. I am quite aware of relational trauma that partners of sex, porn, and relationship addicts experience, and I compassionately work to guide addicted parts through isolating and shame-filled experiences. My role is to help reduce this shame and systematically get to the root of the addictive and compulsive behaviors that have led to intimacy disorder issues.
I am trained in the 30-Task Recovery model (group therapy), PACT Couples therapy model, and Trauma Resiliency Model (TRM) for individuals.
As a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT) and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) trained in IFS, I am absolutely passionate about helping those impacted by sexual integrity issues. I work with "addicted parts" using individual, couple, and group therapy modalities. I am quite aware of relational trauma that partners of sex, porn, and relationship addicts experience, and I compassionately work to guide addicted parts through isolating and shame-filled experiences. My role is to help reduce this shame and systematically get to the root of the addictive and compulsive behaviors that have led to intimacy disorder issues.
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Alex Fuller Psychotherapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Louisville, CO 80027
I am a individual adult counselor and PACT trained couple/marriage therapist. Psychotherapy is a journey of self-exploration, self-discovery and self-awareness. My approach centers around a belief in the healing and transformative power of mindfulness, and mind-body awareness. With guidance and support, these tools lead to freedom, joy, the manifestation of your natural talents and gifts, and your true voice. I offer a supportive, compassionate style, and a strong, steady, presence for our work together; I also skillfully and precisely challenge the emotional, cognitive, and behavioral patterns that keep you feeling stuck.
I am a individual adult counselor and PACT trained couple/marriage therapist. Psychotherapy is a journey of self-exploration, self-discovery and self-awareness. My approach centers around a belief in the healing and transformative power of mindfulness, and mind-body awareness. With guidance and support, these tools lead to freedom, joy, the manifestation of your natural talents and gifts, and your true voice. I offer a supportive, compassionate style, and a strong, steady, presence for our work together; I also skillfully and precisely challenge the emotional, cognitive, and behavioral patterns that keep you feeling stuck.
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Nathan Markovich
Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80206 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I provide relational therapy to individuals, couples, and other relationship formations. I meet my clients with a warm and safe space to explore who they are, why they are, and what is in the way of thriving in their relationships with themselves and others. I believe the most powerful aspect of therapy lies within relationships, including the one between client and therapist. My work is based on a genuine, respectful and trusting relationship – and the understanding that each of us is the foremost expert in ourselves.
I provide relational therapy to individuals, couples, and other relationship formations. I meet my clients with a warm and safe space to explore who they are, why they are, and what is in the way of thriving in their relationships with themselves and others. I believe the most powerful aspect of therapy lies within relationships, including the one between client and therapist. My work is based on a genuine, respectful and trusting relationship – and the understanding that each of us is the foremost expert in ourselves.
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Bryce Giron Mathern
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80209
Waitlist for new clients
I support my clients in becoming their essential self. Much of the time they show up with childhood strategies, beliefs and inner woulds that limit them in their life and relationships. My goals are to help my clients become more regulated in their nervous systems, more resilient in handling life's challenges and more connected in their relationships. I do this by using the client's body to let them know what their nervous system is trying to tell them. I also help with specific skills each client can work on throughout the week.
I support my clients in becoming their essential self. Much of the time they show up with childhood strategies, beliefs and inner woulds that limit them in their life and relationships. My goals are to help my clients become more regulated in their nervous systems, more resilient in handling life's challenges and more connected in their relationships. I do this by using the client's body to let them know what their nervous system is trying to tell them. I also help with specific skills each client can work on throughout the week.
![Photo of Pete Stein, MA, LPCC](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/a3878687-3198-4859-bbe6-8ed393b3a15c/1/320x400.jpeg)
How are you doing right now? And what do you need? Maybe you know exactly; maybe you need some help to figure that out. Either way, it's OK. And, I really want to acknowledge your courage in seeking support. If you choose to work with me, I offer a compassionate space for you to work through painful memories or relationship issues, to sort through existential dilemmas, to transition through stages of life, and to make meaning out of the tough things you have been through along the way. My aim is to help you heal, AND to cheer you on as you identify your unrealized potential, re-discover your true self, and reclaim your joy.
How are you doing right now? And what do you need? Maybe you know exactly; maybe you need some help to figure that out. Either way, it's OK. And, I really want to acknowledge your courage in seeking support. If you choose to work with me, I offer a compassionate space for you to work through painful memories or relationship issues, to sort through existential dilemmas, to transition through stages of life, and to make meaning out of the tough things you have been through along the way. My aim is to help you heal, AND to cheer you on as you identify your unrealized potential, re-discover your true self, and reclaim your joy.
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Francisco ( Paco ) Garrido
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80214 (Online Only)
I believe that people have a natural tendency toward growth & self acceptance when given the correct causes and conditions. It’s a process I’ve witnessed in myself and others in my 17 years of studying and practicing Eastern philosophy as well as my work as a psychotherapist. In our work together, we will strive to create a space that allows you to confront challenging & confusing aspects of your life with a renewed sense of purpose and vitality.
I believe that people have a natural tendency toward growth & self acceptance when given the correct causes and conditions. It’s a process I’ve witnessed in myself and others in my 17 years of studying and practicing Eastern philosophy as well as my work as a psychotherapist. In our work together, we will strive to create a space that allows you to confront challenging & confusing aspects of your life with a renewed sense of purpose and vitality.
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Wholly You Human Growth and Development, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Lakewood, CO 80226
Adult individuals, male, female and non-binary who are seeking meaning in his, her, they or their life. An individual that is likely to feel that they have put themselves on a intended path and have kept to it but something doesn't feel right. This person is experiencing unexplained discontent, accentuated with expressions of anxiety and or depression that have prompted the decision to see a therapist. This person or people (in the case of couples) is/are seeking to understand the meaning of this internal expression in their life. I can also assist individuals seeking to integrate a plant medicine enhanced journey into daily life.
Adult individuals, male, female and non-binary who are seeking meaning in his, her, they or their life. An individual that is likely to feel that they have put themselves on a intended path and have kept to it but something doesn't feel right. This person is experiencing unexplained discontent, accentuated with expressions of anxiety and or depression that have prompted the decision to see a therapist. This person or people (in the case of couples) is/are seeking to understand the meaning of this internal expression in their life. I can also assist individuals seeking to integrate a plant medicine enhanced journey into daily life.
![Photo of Ugur Kocataskin, LPC, CAC, I, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/468213ed-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Welcome to this journey regardless if therapy is new or familiar to you. I strive to create a compassionate, kind, yet appropriately challenging space for self-acceptance, transformation, and insight. Through relational and cultural lenses that include awareness and mindfulness as ground, I believe all obstacles and challenges can be explored. I hope to walk with you along this path of discovering your innate wisdom, potential for growth, healing, and transformation.
Welcome to this journey regardless if therapy is new or familiar to you. I strive to create a compassionate, kind, yet appropriately challenging space for self-acceptance, transformation, and insight. Through relational and cultural lenses that include awareness and mindfulness as ground, I believe all obstacles and challenges can be explored. I hope to walk with you along this path of discovering your innate wisdom, potential for growth, healing, and transformation.
![Photo of Martin Parian, MA, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/54528efd-08fc-4956-b845-83bac9dba500/2/320x400.jpeg)
Struggling to communicate within your romantic relationship? Feeling like your own issues are affecting your relationships? Or are there just issues within the family that need a guiding hand? I'm here to help! I offer individual, couples, and family counseling with the goal of empowering clients to make positive changes within their own lives. As a team, we'll work towards establishing and maintaining relevant treatment goals.
Struggling to communicate within your romantic relationship? Feeling like your own issues are affecting your relationships? Or are there just issues within the family that need a guiding hand? I'm here to help! I offer individual, couples, and family counseling with the goal of empowering clients to make positive changes within their own lives. As a team, we'll work towards establishing and maintaining relevant treatment goals.
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Rex Tse
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80303 (Online Only)
Relational Trauma Specialist accepting new clients. Hi there! Do you struggle with relating? Do you feel like you are not understood as a child? Do you have complicated relationship with your family? Did you grow up in an environment where religion, culture, and family did not allow you to be who you are? When we see the harm and violence being done in our past, we want to stop the cycle. It takes incredible courage to challenge our traumas and become the person that relates healthily. I am here to support you on that journey. Together we will grieve what is lost, and rebuild who you are.
Relational Trauma Specialist accepting new clients. Hi there! Do you struggle with relating? Do you feel like you are not understood as a child? Do you have complicated relationship with your family? Did you grow up in an environment where religion, culture, and family did not allow you to be who you are? When we see the harm and violence being done in our past, we want to stop the cycle. It takes incredible courage to challenge our traumas and become the person that relates healthily. I am here to support you on that journey. Together we will grieve what is lost, and rebuild who you are.
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Colorado Relationship Recovery
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80222
Disconnection hurts. It creates confusion, loneliness, anger, and sadness, and eventually, it can lead to breakups or divorce. Disconnection can look like existing as roommates, nitpicking, constantly fighting, or some of all of the above. Colorado Relationship Recovery guides you two back to connection, peace, trust, and passion. We know how challenging relationships can be, and we apply our frame in our own relationships. We'll be able to help you two get through to each other armed with communication tools. We believe everyone deserves a healthy relationship, and if motivated, we can guide you two there.
Disconnection hurts. It creates confusion, loneliness, anger, and sadness, and eventually, it can lead to breakups or divorce. Disconnection can look like existing as roommates, nitpicking, constantly fighting, or some of all of the above. Colorado Relationship Recovery guides you two back to connection, peace, trust, and passion. We know how challenging relationships can be, and we apply our frame in our own relationships. We'll be able to help you two get through to each other armed with communication tools. We believe everyone deserves a healthy relationship, and if motivated, we can guide you two there.
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Life can be challenging. Are you unsure of how to move forward, feeling trapped or bewildered by old patterns and emotions? Psychotherapy can be a way forward. Clients who see me include people who just feel stuck, couples who are deadlocked in cycles of conflict and avoidance, and individuals who are interested in exploring how emotions and stress may be contributing factors to their chronic pain or illness.
Life can be challenging. Are you unsure of how to move forward, feeling trapped or bewildered by old patterns and emotions? Psychotherapy can be a way forward. Clients who see me include people who just feel stuck, couples who are deadlocked in cycles of conflict and avoidance, and individuals who are interested in exploring how emotions and stress may be contributing factors to their chronic pain or illness.
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Michael Leiker
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80920 (Online Only)
Dr. Michael Leiker, EdD, LPC Licensed Professional Counselor Hi, my name is Mike Leiker and I'm a Colorado native with 20 years of experience in counseling. Our mission is to let you identify changes and then set those goals as we support you every step of the way. Are you broken, wounded, desperate, empty, guilty, or lost? Our clients appreciate that we all share common experiences, and sometimes we need some professional care. I believe you have strengths we can use in counseling to build your resilience. I'm easygoing and very compassionate and caring.
Dr. Michael Leiker, EdD, LPC Licensed Professional Counselor Hi, my name is Mike Leiker and I'm a Colorado native with 20 years of experience in counseling. Our mission is to let you identify changes and then set those goals as we support you every step of the way. Are you broken, wounded, desperate, empty, guilty, or lost? Our clients appreciate that we all share common experiences, and sometimes we need some professional care. I believe you have strengths we can use in counseling to build your resilience. I'm easygoing and very compassionate and caring.
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Uri Talmor
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Louisville, CO 80027 (Online Only)
I have decades of experience in the fields of personal growth (since 1990) and mental health (2004); I've developed an approach based on Internal Family Systems (IFS), gestalt, and other models, called Conscious Heart Integration (CHI). It's gentle and transformative, and many clients say it's different than anything else they've tried. CHI goes beyond talk therapy. Of course, effective treatment includes being witnessed, heard, and deeply understood, but there is much more possible in healing spaces. Somatic, parts-based, and transpersonal models have opened the door for more experiential, holistic, and transformational treatment.
I have decades of experience in the fields of personal growth (since 1990) and mental health (2004); I've developed an approach based on Internal Family Systems (IFS), gestalt, and other models, called Conscious Heart Integration (CHI). It's gentle and transformative, and many clients say it's different than anything else they've tried. CHI goes beyond talk therapy. Of course, effective treatment includes being witnessed, heard, and deeply understood, but there is much more possible in healing spaces. Somatic, parts-based, and transpersonal models have opened the door for more experiential, holistic, and transformational treatment.
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Tony Petrelli
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, ACS, MA, MBA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Highlands Ranch, CO 80126
As a counselor, it is my desire to provide a caring and safe environment where individuals and couples can discuss, explore, and resolve issues of concern in their lives. Areas of concern can be as simple as a feeling of being "stuck", dealing with specific difficulties in life, a desire for more fulfilling relationships, or assistance in navigating a time of change or transition. As a compassionate listener, my practice is based on a Person Centered approach to counseling. I consider each client to have their own unique life story and experiences and tailor my approach to their specific counseling needs, interests, and desires.
As a counselor, it is my desire to provide a caring and safe environment where individuals and couples can discuss, explore, and resolve issues of concern in their lives. Areas of concern can be as simple as a feeling of being "stuck", dealing with specific difficulties in life, a desire for more fulfilling relationships, or assistance in navigating a time of change or transition. As a compassionate listener, my practice is based on a Person Centered approach to counseling. I consider each client to have their own unique life story and experiences and tailor my approach to their specific counseling needs, interests, and desires.
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I am a staff therapist at Peregrine Counseling, a non-profit group practice based in Aurora with a mission to make high-end therapy accessible. My training allows me to go beyond talk therapy and work with a wide range of contexts: complex medical conditions; complex or single trauma histories; sex, gender & relationship issues; a desire for enhanced creative, professional or sports performance; grief; practical support with changing habits or careers or negotiating life changes etc. I have training in addictions; I am certified in and now offer ketamine assisted psychotherapy and psychedelic integration.
I am a staff therapist at Peregrine Counseling, a non-profit group practice based in Aurora with a mission to make high-end therapy accessible. My training allows me to go beyond talk therapy and work with a wide range of contexts: complex medical conditions; complex or single trauma histories; sex, gender & relationship issues; a desire for enhanced creative, professional or sports performance; grief; practical support with changing habits or careers or negotiating life changes etc. I have training in addictions; I am certified in and now offer ketamine assisted psychotherapy and psychedelic integration.
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Male Therapists
As a man, why might I want to see a male therapist?
There are many reasons a man might wish to work with a male therapist, including a degree of shared identity, which may help client and therapist connect to each other and allow for a more free-flowing discussion of issues that can be deeply personal. Some men may feel more comfortable talking to a male therapist about relationship concerns, the pressures they feel around the roles society and family place on men, career or job challenges, self-esteem, or anger problems. For some men who have not had a male role models in their lives, a good male therapist may be especially helpful.
How can I find out about a therapist’s experience treating men?
Individuals looking for treatment should feel comfortable directly asking a therapist about their history treating men overall and the issues that arise in therapy with men. A good therapist will be happy to discuss such matters as well as their educational background, approach to treatment, and how they think they can aid a prospective client. Prospective clients should also ask what the expectation is for treatment, and what the fee structure is, and whether and which insurance plans are accepted.
Can clients benefit from having a therapist of the same gender?
Therapy is not gender-specific, but some men as well as women feel more comfortable opening up about their experiences and history with a male therapist. An individual may feel that they have to explain less background information and be on the same page more quickly, particularly when discussing gender-specific challenges, in the case of male clients. Some women have prior negative experiences with women that predispose them to prefer working with a male in therapy. That said, a good clinician can transcend most if not all gender concerns. Ultimately, the most important factor in therapy is the connection and trust the client is able to build with the practitioner.
Would a male therapist have specific training in treating men?
Generally, no. There are no certifications for treating men specifically, but there are continuing education classes that therapists may take that focus on treating men as a group. There are many therapists who focus on men and male issues in their treatment and therefore have experience and expertise in this domain.