Therapists in Salida, CO

For most of us, living a life without pain and suffering is the ultimate goal. Oftentimes, we try to change or control everything in our external environment to find peace and happiness within ourselves. We may change jobs, move to a new city, or seek out new relationships – only to find that our pain and suffering still exist. As a result, we feel hopeless or powerless over our lives and may resort to destructive behavioral patterns to cope with our emotions. Over time, we may realize that – no matter where we go, or what we do – we are always left facing ourselves.

Feeling alone, confused, scared? Sometimes life's struggles can get us down, but there is hope and freedom from past and present stresses. I want to help support you in making positive change to heal past and present challenges. I specialize in working with people of all ages, diversities, and circumstances. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, marital issues, sexuality, transgender, trauma (PTSD), divorce, behavioral issues, loss (grief), cultural identity, postpartum, or parenting, I can help you find peace. I use an eceltic approach to meet each client's needs. I look forward to helping you find peace.

I am a dedicated therapist who treasures faith, empathy, and the strength of families. With a deep-rooted belief in the power of faith as a guiding force, I integrate spiritual principles into my practice to provide holistic support to individuals and families navigating life's challenges. I specialize in substance abuse, trauma, grief and play therapy.

I enjoy working with patients who are just as diverse as their issues. I have enjoyed working with families, couples, individuals, inmates in the Georgia DOC, soldiers, and those suffering from addictions. I have experience helping those suffering from trauma and other issues. I believe in a holistic approach, focusing not just on a patient's mental health, but helping them address issues they feel the desire to work on such as, occupational, spiritual, change of life. and health.

My approach to life is non-judgmental and open-minded. I enjoy assisting clients to achieve higher goals, be more comfortable with themselves, and connect more in their relationships. Self-acceptance will be more consistent, your past traumas can become stories to tell, you may feel deeper appreciation for relationships, as well as a stronger connection with your family. I work with you gently & efficiently towards your goals & solutions. Unifying conflicting parts of yourself and finding balance in your life creates emotional, mental, and spiritual health. Understanding your emotions allows you to progress in your growth.

Hi! My name is Zari and I am a Licensed professional counselor that will help you identify, understand, and work through whatever problems you are facing. I have worked with a range of populations, more specifically adults, young and old, feeling burdened by a variety of issues such as depression, anxiety, mood instability, trauma, low self esteem, identity development, relationships, family conflict, grief, parenting issues, and other life challenges that one may feel is keeping them stuck.

Therapy is an opportunity to develop inner resiliency through psychological insight and compassionate support. This safe space, created by the therapist, is for you to share your feelings, thoughts and emotional pain. The process of deepening self-understanding creates a window to learn who you are, what you need and why. As your therapist, I offer a commitment to meet you "where you are at" with the goal being self-growth and emotional wellness. Vulnerability can feel challenging but the rewards are much greater. I hope to be a part of your healing journey towards greater life fulfillment.

I have always had a genuine interest in the uniqueness and well-being of others. I believe that we can all grow from the situations we have experienced. Whether that experience be divorce, abuse, addiction, or trauma of some sort. Our brains & bodies have a way of healing themselves through processing. Certain experiences can cause us to feel alone, anxious, sad, depressed, unmotivated, angry, violated, exposed, and at times emotionally unstable. Here in therapy I walk the journey with you as we work through emotions, gain insight, and create more beneficial perspectives. I provide a space of safety, understanding, and compassion.

Are you looking for therapy that will teach you to better understand yourself as well as teach you effective treatment solutions to maintain your mental health? Reaching out for help is the first step and is truly a sign of resiliency. Many people seek therapy when they are needing to create a positive change in their quality of life. Some people are hoping to develop coping strategies to manage distress or relationship issues, or they seek to build a sense of personal worthiness. These are all examples of wonderful therapy goals and they are often successfully achieved using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Trauma-based CBT.

I believe the therapeutic experience should be one of finding clarity, feeling heard, and being empowered. Therapy should not be a place where you are told you are broken and need to be fixed. I’ll encourage your own curiosity and non-judgement, even (especially) toward the things that you might not like about yourself. I am also honored to work alongside my clients as they work to discover ways to look at themselves through a lens of compassion and love in order to provide freedom to just BE. Come as you are.

Feeling/thinking that your coping skills no longer serve you, alone, out of control, helpless, hopeless, having trouble in your relationship, etc? I’d love to provide support to you, your family, you & your partner, or your child along the way while you work in concert to find the root of the “problem” that is manifesting itself in the symptoms that you're experiencing. I'm, to the utmost, passionate about helping people. I foster a safe environment that's entirely non-judgmental where you can feel free to express yourself. I truly believe that a healthy counseling relationship is instrumental in promoting growth and happiness.

Accepting New Clients NOW! Immediate openings! At Higher Sights Counseling we understand that being stuck and feeling like everything you have tried has left you hopeless is one of the most painful experiences. We help our clients feel empowered by helping them to see their own strengths and by teaching them new research-based tools to help focus and guide them for lasting change. We believe that therapy is a starting point to healing and changing patterns that have not been working. We work to help each unique client develop a new way to feel confident in approaching life matter what comes their way. A better life starts today.

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 (couple) 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 towards mastering life to its fullest!