Kaiser (Out-of-Network) Therapists in Woodland Park, CO

As a counselor, I seek to create an environment where people feel safe, heard, valued, and honored. My style is very relational, collaborative, encouraging, and empowering using evidence-based models of therapeutic care. I feel that people can bring their frustrations, anger, fears, sadness, anxiety, ambivalence, and dissatisfaction into the counseling process. Throughout my 25 year career, I have been so fortunate to walk thousands of people through painful circumstances to experience necessary hope and healing in life.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, treating children, adolescents, adults, and families. For children and adolescents, ages 8 and up, I specialize in trauma, anxiety, depression, school issues, divorce issues, peer relationships, behavioral problems, suicidal ideation, and anger management. I also specialize in parenting, family issues, adoption and attachment. For adults, I treat mood disorders, like depression and bipolar disorder, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, stress, anger management, divorce, and work related issues. I have extensive experience working with active military, retired military/veterans, and military dependents.

We’ve heard people talk about how great therapy is, and no one really mentions how hard and uncomfortable it is. I want to help you have a realistic view of what to set. Together, we’ll create a space where you don’t have to be afraid to share your life. I have helped others to heal from past painful experiences and to find deeper meaning in their lives. You create better habits, challenge unhelpful thoughts, and shift your perspective. You can expect kindness, authenticity, gentle challenges, pop culture references, and maybe even a swear word or two. This effort is no small feat, and it requires an honest view of yourself.

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.

Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, stress, low self-esteem, or difficulty in relationship to others? Do you find it difficult to stay present, worrying about the future or past? Did you grow up experiencing trauma, or have had recent traumatic experiences and are having difficulty processing the emotions and stress that accompany trauma? We all get stuck in ways of relating to ourselves, others, and the world. Therapy can offer a way to bring awareness to how we are moving through life, consider our patterns, and promote growth and wellbeing.

You may be facing anxiety, depression, or past traumas and are determined to find balance and peace. Together, we will work on breaking free from limiting patterns of thinking. Whether you're navigating a significant life transition like pregnancy or a career change, or feeling burned out from helping others, I’m here to guide and support you. I bring 18 yrs of holistic and 14 yrs of evidence-based experience, we'll explore ways to deepen your connection with yourself and the world around you. I will help you navigate your inner landscape, transform your struggles, and empower you to live your most authentic and fulfilled life.

Most clients seek therapy due to mental health struggles such as depression, anxiety, or adjustment disorders that many times come from having a difficult childhood or trauma. In addition, increased stressors due to finances, workplace difficulties, parenting and/or issues within their families can lead to resentments, anger, and sleepless nights. For some, this can lead to emotional withdrawal and using substances to cope with life. Clients are looking for different ways to cope and to find peace and happiness within themselves and for those they love.

Navigating mental health can be a tough journey, especially when societal norms or personal beliefs deem it as a taboo subject. In my practice, I specialize in supporting adults and teens who come from diverse cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, and gender identities. I work with individuals facing trauma, stress, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. My goal is to provide a safe, judgement-free space for individuals to explore their struggles. Additionally, I offer support for women experiencing postpartum anxiety, depression, and infertility.

Andrea works collaboratively with clients to reach what they are looking for in their life and help them heal from past situations that have resulted in disruption in relationships and in other daily functions of living. Andrea is able to connect easily with clients and families of clients to improve relationships and reduce conflict by using solution focused communication.

My counseling approach emphasizes connection, curiosity, and authenticity. I like to create a safe, non-judgmental space for you to explore your thoughts, emotions, and life experiences. You are the expert on your own life and it is important to me that we work on what you want to work on. I am passionate about utilizing a client-centered and strengths-based approach, tailoring treatment plans to make sure we are meeting your unique needs and goals.

Are you struggling with grief, loss, walking around filled with anxiety or depressed and finding it difficult to function? Maybe you need support with gender and sexual identity issues. These are all issues that many of us face and don't know how to cope or process.

​Dr. Jessica Torres is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist. She received her M.A. and Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Denver. She completed pre-doctoral training in assessment, therapy, pediatric primary care, postpartum depression, and infant development through the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Children’s Hospital of Colorado in Aurora. She completed an American Psychological Association accredited internship training program in child clinical and pediatric psychology through the Children’s Hospital of Orange County Pediatric Psychology Department in Orange, California.