Trauma Focused Therapists in Vail, CO

I am very interested in helping you find relief. Whether it is a feeling of powerlessness, or feeling stuck I am interested in getting it resolved painlessly and easily. When previous disturbing experiences continue to cause problematic sensations and thoughts I can resolve that as well without re-living it. To this end, I and certified and use Rapid Resolution Therapy (R) Created by Dr. Jon Connelly. www.rapidresolutiontherapy.com

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor dedicated to guiding individuals on their journey to self-discovery and empowerment. I specialize in supporting clients through challenges such as depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, self-esteem issues, relationship difficulties, women's issues, parenting concerns, and adoption-related issues. My therapeutic approach is grounded in warmth, authenticity, and empathy, fostering a safe, non-judgmental environment for personal exploration, growth, and healing from trauma.

Whether you are experiencing difficulty in relationship, grieving a loss, attempting to change behaviors that are no longer serving in your best interest, struggling to manage difficult emotion, or navigating the complicated waters of parenting, I consider it a privilege to come alongside you as pursue life more fully.

Life can be challenging. Sometimes we have difficulty making sense of our experiences, whether it’s something painful that has happened to us, an unhelpful coping style we are struggling to change, or thoughts we’ve internalized that keep us down. My passion is to help you gain awareness within yourself, to identify and understand your emotions and beliefs, so that you can start making changes that count. I will empower you to navigate through anxiety, sadness, challenging relationships, and traumatic experiences so that you can create a life that is meaningful and in line with your values.

I am a LGBTQ+ therapist who loves working with individual adults who are curious about themselves and who are ready to look at their past, including any trauma that has impacted their life. I am trained in EMDR which is a powerful treatment modality that helps process traumatic or distressing events and memories. I use assessments that are validated to ensure I understand what you are experiencing. As we work together, I will ask about what is working best for you and will tailor my approach as needed. Telehealth/video sessions only at this time.

I believe that we all do what we know based on what we have learned, beliefs we have adopted, and/or experiences we have been through. It is my belief that once we become aware of the patterns we have created in our lives, we can then consciously decide to change situations that we are not satisfied with. In order to heal I believe it is important to empower individuals to tell their stories while feeling every emotion without judgment.

“To love means to open ourselves to the negative as well as the positive – to grief, sorrow, and disappointment as well as to joy, fulfillment, and an intensity of consciousness we did not know was possible before”—Rollo May. Therapy can help you be open to everything life has to offer. I have a wealth of experience to support you through life's daily ups and downs, as well as big events, trauma, transition, and mental illness, and to help improve your relationships with your self, family, loved ones and professional contacts.

Are you feeling overwhelmed and stressed, or have you experienced something difficult or traumatic? Are you looking for support to heal, or to explore something new? I provide counseling for adults. I support people from a wide range of identities, backgrounds, and experiences who are going through life changes or challenges. If you are struggling or in need of support, you are not alone.

We understand the challenge of knowing that your child is suffering (through symptoms of anxiety, sadness, aggression, defiance and/or low self esteem) but not knowing exactly how to support them. Our team of therapists (based in Denver, Dallas, and Atlanta) support highly sensitive and gifted children, as well as their parents, in addressing patterns that are holding them back from their greatest potential. In addition to having deep understanding of the sensitive child, our therapists are trained to support ADHD, oppositional defiance, post traumatic stress, and attachment trauma. Learn much more on our website: rootedrhythm.com

Much of humanity struggles with a level of suffering that takes place as a result of over-identifying with the mind. Often this can make us feel that we are powerless to our hard-wired patterns, chronic and pervasive emotional states, addictions, and self-sabotaging behaviors. True peace and change are available to you when you begin to understand how the brain and body work, and how they become stuck in states that do not serve you. My philosophy is that we must understand how our brains and bodies work in order to move them in the right direction.

I bring over 30 years of clinical experience to the work with individuals and couples. I provide a welcoming environment and work collaboratively with you to create a plan to meet your goals. I work most effectively with those who are curious about a deeper understanding of themselves and their relationships, those who want to take responsibility for their life, and those who want both experiential and practical skill-based approaches to healing and growth.

I know that I feel my best when I’m secure in my relationships: with myself, my spouse, my children, and community. This has created a practice for me of paying attention, listening and participating in conversations that both nurture and challenge these relationships. I will create a space, through our relationship, for you to do the same. And if it is your child that is seeking that safe space my playroom invites curiosity and emotions of all sorts. It is a safe space to work through trauma; with play as the language and toys as tools, and a soft spot to land when it gets hard and scary.