Female Therapists in Widefield, CO
Barb Elstun
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW, CCFC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Widefield, CO 80911
Are you experiencing grief from a loss in your life? Do you sometimes wonder where to turn? I am committed to creating an environment that is safe and supportive allowing you to achieve your goals. Doing this type of work is important to me, because I believe, as Ralph Waldo Emerson said; "What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us." We all have hurdles, my client's tell their story, then discover their truth, allowing clarity behind what really happened and how to move successfully through life and grief.
Are you experiencing grief from a loss in your life? Do you sometimes wonder where to turn? I am committed to creating an environment that is safe and supportive allowing you to achieve your goals. Doing this type of work is important to me, because I believe, as Ralph Waldo Emerson said; "What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us." We all have hurdles, my client's tell their story, then discover their truth, allowing clarity behind what really happened and how to move successfully through life and grief.
Constance Pettitt
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC
Verified Verified
Widefield, CO 80911
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 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.
Katherine M McGuire
Psychologist, PsyD, MS
Verified Verified
Widefield, CO 80911
Waitlist for new clients
When stressed, those who've experienced trauma can have intensification of symptoms (sleep issues, isolation, crying, anxiety, sadness, hopelessness). This can be indicative of PTSD. Instead of "what's wrong with you?" let's ask "what happened to you?" Fortunately, there are evidenced-based treatments to help you heal from life's wounds. If you've been struggling, reach out to talk with me about your potential for healing. My work/training focuses on trauma work; I can create a unique treatment plan tailored for your walk towards wellness. A healthy life awaits you. Recover. Regain. Relive.
When stressed, those who've experienced trauma can have intensification of symptoms (sleep issues, isolation, crying, anxiety, sadness, hopelessness). This can be indicative of PTSD. Instead of "what's wrong with you?" let's ask "what happened to you?" Fortunately, there are evidenced-based treatments to help you heal from life's wounds. If you've been struggling, reach out to talk with me about your potential for healing. My work/training focuses on trauma work; I can create a unique treatment plan tailored for your walk towards wellness. A healthy life awaits you. Recover. Regain. Relive.
Stephanie Cooper
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Widefield, CO 80911 (Online Only)
Changing your life is hard and scary! You don't have to do it alone! I enjoy working with a variety of people ranging in age from 12 years old through older adulthood. I work from a collaborative approach in helping you transform your life to be the way you want it. I help those struggling with addictions, trauma, life transitions, anxiety and depression, grief and loss, sleep issues, burnout, and personality disorders.
Changing your life is hard and scary! You don't have to do it alone! I enjoy working with a variety of people ranging in age from 12 years old through older adulthood. I work from a collaborative approach in helping you transform your life to be the way you want it. I help those struggling with addictions, trauma, life transitions, anxiety and depression, grief and loss, sleep issues, burnout, and personality disorders.
Mary Jackson-Webb
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LAC, MAC, CIMHP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Widefield, CO 80911
Waitlist for new clients
The weight of emotional pain can be unbearable and lonely. It is difficult, impossible even, to envision feeling better, feeling fulfilled, feeling connected or just feeling like yourself again. These emotions may result from substance use/abuse, depression, anxiety, grief, relationship problems, or life/work stressors. I understand how daunting this first step can be and I provide a safe, warm space to help you make your way through this and find your healthy path.
The weight of emotional pain can be unbearable and lonely. It is difficult, impossible even, to envision feeling better, feeling fulfilled, feeling connected or just feeling like yourself again. These emotions may result from substance use/abuse, depression, anxiety, grief, relationship problems, or life/work stressors. I understand how daunting this first step can be and I provide a safe, warm space to help you make your way through this and find your healthy path.
Dr. Shelley Vonderharr
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LAC
Verified Verified
Widefield, CO 80911
I am a Colorado Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Licensed Addictions Counselor (LAC/ACD) with 28 years of experience helping individuals navigate addiction, trauma, and mental health challenges. If you’re ready to take the first step toward a more fulfilling and joyful life, I’m here to walk alongside you, offering support and guidance every step of the way. I specialize in helping clients manage stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma, abuse, and depression, always with a compassionate, personalized approach.
I am a Colorado Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Licensed Addictions Counselor (LAC/ACD) with 28 years of experience helping individuals navigate addiction, trauma, and mental health challenges. If you’re ready to take the first step toward a more fulfilling and joyful life, I’m here to walk alongside you, offering support and guidance every step of the way. I specialize in helping clients manage stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma, abuse, and depression, always with a compassionate, personalized approach.
Marie-Anne Abenroth
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC
Verified Verified
Widefield, CO 80911 (Online Only)
Tired of feeling overwhelmed, anxious, worried, alert, and fatigued? Challenging life experiences can leave enduring imprints, making it hard to rediscover your authentic self. Trauma-informed counseling can help you find your way back. For those who desire to incorporate their Christian faith in their therapy, I am honored to provide a Christian perspective on mental health.
Tired of feeling overwhelmed, anxious, worried, alert, and fatigued? Challenging life experiences can leave enduring imprints, making it hard to rediscover your authentic self. Trauma-informed counseling can help you find your way back. For those who desire to incorporate their Christian faith in their therapy, I am honored to provide a Christian perspective on mental health.
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Allison Shew is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Colorado who has been practicing since 2002. She has a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Bowling Green State University, a Master of Arts in Community Counseling from the University of Toledo, and a Doctorate of Clinical Psychology from the University of the Rockies. Allison utilizes a strength-based approach with clients to allow them to feel empowered and in charge of their own life.
Allison Shew is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Colorado who has been practicing since 2002. She has a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Bowling Green State University, a Master of Arts in Community Counseling from the University of Toledo, and a Doctorate of Clinical Psychology from the University of the Rockies. Allison utilizes a strength-based approach with clients to allow them to feel empowered and in charge of their own life.
Tammy Fisher Aasect Sex Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LPC-S, LMFT-S, CST
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80911 (Online Only)
Relationships are hard. Only our closest loved ones, especially those we share a bed with, can stir up our most intense feelings of emotional pain, disappointment and shame. We often respond to these emotions with anger, withdraw, control or resistance which leads to conflict, emotional distance and the dreaded dead bedroom syndrome. Having disagreements in a relationship is expected. We all have our own ways of seeing, feeling and thinking about things including sex. The key to a healthy relationship is to be able to acknowledge the differences and communicate in a way that is genuine, supportive and understanding.
Relationships are hard. Only our closest loved ones, especially those we share a bed with, can stir up our most intense feelings of emotional pain, disappointment and shame. We often respond to these emotions with anger, withdraw, control or resistance which leads to conflict, emotional distance and the dreaded dead bedroom syndrome. Having disagreements in a relationship is expected. We all have our own ways of seeing, feeling and thinking about things including sex. The key to a healthy relationship is to be able to acknowledge the differences and communicate in a way that is genuine, supportive and understanding.
Kathleen Richard
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Fountain, CO 80817 (Online Only)
Life is a journey, with many ups and downs. When taking the first step to finding out understanding or making a change, it can be difficult and scary. I practice through a holistic approach, as healing is done through whole self. I use several modalities; cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused, motivational interviewing, and person-centered therapy. Whether therapy is needed for children or adults, each session will be based on the needs of the client by creating a safe environment for growth and identification of what brings you to counseling.
Life is a journey, with many ups and downs. When taking the first step to finding out understanding or making a change, it can be difficult and scary. I practice through a holistic approach, as healing is done through whole self. I use several modalities; cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused, motivational interviewing, and person-centered therapy. Whether therapy is needed for children or adults, each session will be based on the needs of the client by creating a safe environment for growth and identification of what brings you to counseling.
Amanda Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80931
Life can be challenging and everyone deserves a safe and non-judgmental space to work through those challenges. My goal is to support and empower you along your journey of life at whatever stage you may be in. I believe that you are the expert of your own life so I will not give you advice or answers to all of your questions; I will work with you to help build skills and insight, trust and meaning to help in your discovery of personal truth.
Life can be challenging and everyone deserves a safe and non-judgmental space to work through those challenges. My goal is to support and empower you along your journey of life at whatever stage you may be in. I believe that you are the expert of your own life so I will not give you advice or answers to all of your questions; I will work with you to help build skills and insight, trust and meaning to help in your discovery of personal truth.
Christine Sanyu Ogolla
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80911
Christine Ogolla is a dedicated professional with a master’s degree in social work. She is a licensed clinical social worker in the state of Colorado. With over two decades of experience, her focus lies in supporting vulnerable populations. She is deeply passionate about empowering individuals by listening to their stories, providing motivation, and fostering autonomy, believing in the inherent strength specialize in treatment planning and interventions for those with severe disabilities. I thrive on collaboration, having built strong partnerships with various community stakeholders to ensure comprehensive support for those in need.
Christine Ogolla is a dedicated professional with a master’s degree in social work. She is a licensed clinical social worker in the state of Colorado. With over two decades of experience, her focus lies in supporting vulnerable populations. She is deeply passionate about empowering individuals by listening to their stories, providing motivation, and fostering autonomy, believing in the inherent strength specialize in treatment planning and interventions for those with severe disabilities. I thrive on collaboration, having built strong partnerships with various community stakeholders to ensure comprehensive support for those in need.
Lindsay Englund is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Colorado who has been practicing since 2010. She earned an Undergraduate Degree at Michigan State University and a Graduate School Degree at the University of Hawaii at Hilo. Lindsay's therapeutic philosophy is creating a space to make therapy collaborative and holistic. She believes in letting individual clients set the pace, understanding all good things take time. As a therapist, Lindsay feels her job is to walk beside clients on this journey to work through barriers, and the noise and fogginess life can sometimes present.
Lindsay Englund is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Colorado who has been practicing since 2010. She earned an Undergraduate Degree at Michigan State University and a Graduate School Degree at the University of Hawaii at Hilo. Lindsay's therapeutic philosophy is creating a space to make therapy collaborative and holistic. She believes in letting individual clients set the pace, understanding all good things take time. As a therapist, Lindsay feels her job is to walk beside clients on this journey to work through barriers, and the noise and fogginess life can sometimes present.
Regina L. Carpenter
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80911 (Online Only)
It feels good to be heard! I strive to provide convenient & caring counseling services. It is so important to have a strong support system in life. Having someone that listens to understand is a simple necessity I offer to you. I have been providing mental health services in the Pueblo community and surrounding areas for approximately 16yrs. I hope to help make our community better by helping others become happier, healthier, and safer through providing an open door and an open ear to those that may be struggling with something big or small in their lives.
It feels good to be heard! I strive to provide convenient & caring counseling services. It is so important to have a strong support system in life. Having someone that listens to understand is a simple necessity I offer to you. I have been providing mental health services in the Pueblo community and surrounding areas for approximately 16yrs. I hope to help make our community better by helping others become happier, healthier, and safer through providing an open door and an open ear to those that may be struggling with something big or small in their lives.
D&W Psychological Services/ Rashawnda Walker
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80925
Are you exhausted, sad, lonely, anxious, or overwhelmed? Is it hard to get out of bed? Sick of it all? Life is tough and it can be difficult to get through the hard days. No one has a cookie-cutter existence. The bad choices we made and continue to make have been guided by our thought processes when we were wounded. Wounds can be healed. If you are ready & willing to work through negative thought processes that keep you bound, heal, and gain new perspectives, then trauma-focused therapy, EMDR, and an unbiased support partner may help you recover for good. Life is tough, but so are you. Let's help you become who you are meant to be!
Are you exhausted, sad, lonely, anxious, or overwhelmed? Is it hard to get out of bed? Sick of it all? Life is tough and it can be difficult to get through the hard days. No one has a cookie-cutter existence. The bad choices we made and continue to make have been guided by our thought processes when we were wounded. Wounds can be healed. If you are ready & willing to work through negative thought processes that keep you bound, heal, and gain new perspectives, then trauma-focused therapy, EMDR, and an unbiased support partner may help you recover for good. Life is tough, but so are you. Let's help you become who you are meant to be!
Christina Allard
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LAC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80911 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Our shared aspiration is to find happiness and freedom from suffering. Life often leads us astray from our envisioned path, leaving us uncertain about what our ideal existence entails. At times, overpowering emotions like fear, anger, sadness, or shame dictate our actions and choices, causing us to lose sight of our authentic selves. Yet, within this pain lies the potential for profound transformation, as we discover awareness, insight, compassion and hope. Through the therapeutic process, we will embark on a journey to explore your unique experiences, unearth your truth, and initiate the healing of both past and present wounds.
Our shared aspiration is to find happiness and freedom from suffering. Life often leads us astray from our envisioned path, leaving us uncertain about what our ideal existence entails. At times, overpowering emotions like fear, anger, sadness, or shame dictate our actions and choices, causing us to lose sight of our authentic selves. Yet, within this pain lies the potential for profound transformation, as we discover awareness, insight, compassion and hope. Through the therapeutic process, we will embark on a journey to explore your unique experiences, unearth your truth, and initiate the healing of both past and present wounds.
Are you a military member or part of a military family struggling with life transitions or relationship issues? With nine years of experience supporting military members and their families, I specialize in helping you navigate the unique challenges of military life. If you're experiencing relationship difficulties, I can help you and your partner communicate better and rebuild your connection. My approach is direct, positive, and nurturing, ensuring we build trust and rapport as we work together on your specific issues.
Are you a military member or part of a military family struggling with life transitions or relationship issues? With nine years of experience supporting military members and their families, I specialize in helping you navigate the unique challenges of military life. If you're experiencing relationship difficulties, I can help you and your partner communicate better and rebuild your connection. My approach is direct, positive, and nurturing, ensuring we build trust and rapport as we work together on your specific issues.
Julia Ness
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80911
I would love the opportunity to help you navigate complex and challenging mental health issues that disrupt your daily life. You may struggle with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), anxiety, depression, relationship issues, ongoing stress, or unresolved grief. Perhaps you are a veteran or military family member dealing with unique challenges that outsiders might not fully understand, or you might be someone recovering from addiction or substance abuse, seeking a path to long-term sobriety and personal growth.
I would love the opportunity to help you navigate complex and challenging mental health issues that disrupt your daily life. You may struggle with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), anxiety, depression, relationship issues, ongoing stress, or unresolved grief. Perhaps you are a veteran or military family member dealing with unique challenges that outsiders might not fully understand, or you might be someone recovering from addiction or substance abuse, seeking a path to long-term sobriety and personal growth.
Amberly Gallagher
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80925
I am also particularly skilled in working with Women and Girls and believe that when we are empowered, we are healthy.
We humans are programmed for love and attachment. When our relationships with our partners, children, or others are in conflict or crisis, it can have negative effects on all pieces of our lives. I believe in the power of strong families and will work with you to strengthen your marriage or help you build positive attachments to your children. I'd be honored to help you build a more rewarding and fulfilling family. I'd also love to work individually on personal issues. Self-growth and healthy relationships often lead to happier lives and I am here to help you reach YOUR goals!
I am also particularly skilled in working with Women and Girls and believe that when we are empowered, we are healthy.
We humans are programmed for love and attachment. When our relationships with our partners, children, or others are in conflict or crisis, it can have negative effects on all pieces of our lives. I believe in the power of strong families and will work with you to strengthen your marriage or help you build positive attachments to your children. I'd be honored to help you build a more rewarding and fulfilling family. I'd also love to work individually on personal issues. Self-growth and healthy relationships often lead to happier lives and I am here to help you reach YOUR goals!
Melissa Smart is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Colorado who has been practicing since 2010. She I received her Bachelor's in Science Majoring in Psychology and Minoring in Philosophy from Colorado State University-Pueblo. She also completed her Master's in Counseling with a Specialization in Forensic Psychology from Adler University in Chicago. Melissa provides person-centered and trauma-informed approach to therapy.
Melissa Smart is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Colorado who has been practicing since 2010. She I received her Bachelor's in Science Majoring in Psychology and Minoring in Philosophy from Colorado State University-Pueblo. She also completed her Master's in Counseling with a Specialization in Forensic Psychology from Adler University in Chicago. Melissa provides person-centered and trauma-informed approach to therapy.
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.