Therapists in Colorado
Shannon Harrison
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, RPTS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80917
Life is hard, for individuals, children and families. I have a Ph.D. in Social Work, and serve individuals, families, and children. I have served as a therapist for 29 years, am certified as an Advanced-Child, Youth, and Family Social Worker, and am a Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor. There IS hope for healing and peace for you, your child, and your family. I look forward to serving you on your journey toward healing. www.therapycoloradosprings.com
Life is hard, for individuals, children and families. I have a Ph.D. in Social Work, and serve individuals, families, and children. I have served as a therapist for 29 years, am certified as an Advanced-Child, Youth, and Family Social Worker, and am a Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor. There IS hope for healing and peace for you, your child, and your family. I look forward to serving you on your journey toward healing. www.therapycoloradosprings.com
I have an eclectic practice in which I pull from a number of different techniques and theories, including brain spotting, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, play therapy, gestalt therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy.
Counseling is a journey and admitting that you need help is one of the hardest and most rewarding things you will do. This is an active journey that we will take together. Often we feel that activity and movement will help us to feel better, but underneath that unrest is a range of psychological processes such as depression, overwhelming stress, perfectionism, and anxiety. Choosing to ignore your issues tends to make life more difficult and places a strain on your relationships. Through our counseling relationship we will create goals, set the pace and find your path of healing.
I have an eclectic practice in which I pull from a number of different techniques and theories, including brain spotting, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, play therapy, gestalt therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy.
Counseling is a journey and admitting that you need help is one of the hardest and most rewarding things you will do. This is an active journey that we will take together. Often we feel that activity and movement will help us to feel better, but underneath that unrest is a range of psychological processes such as depression, overwhelming stress, perfectionism, and anxiety. Choosing to ignore your issues tends to make life more difficult and places a strain on your relationships. Through our counseling relationship we will create goals, set the pace and find your path of healing.
Heather Griffith
Pre-Licensed Professional, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80525
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With young children, developing these tools often involves play therapy, art therapy, learning new ways to move & use our body, working on cognitive awareness, & doing narrative work.
I have been working with parents and children for 20 years and I specialize in finding the underlying causes of behavior in order to help children develop an identity as competent and confident young people. When working with and supporting parents, we will develop plans together to help build the skills necessary to modify behavioral outcomes in home and school settings. I work from a solutions-focused perspective that can hopefully generate some quick action steps in addition to the underlying work on causes, building self-esteem, and developing identity.
With young children, developing these tools often involves play therapy, art therapy, learning new ways to move & use our body, working on cognitive awareness, & doing narrative work.
I have been working with parents and children for 20 years and I specialize in finding the underlying causes of behavior in order to help children develop an identity as competent and confident young people. When working with and supporting parents, we will develop plans together to help build the skills necessary to modify behavioral outcomes in home and school settings. I work from a solutions-focused perspective that can hopefully generate some quick action steps in addition to the underlying work on causes, building self-esteem, and developing identity.
April Thompson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
I offer Individual Therapy with Children (play tx), Teen Girls, Young Adult Females, Family Therapy, and christian pre-marital counseling.
I specialize with Children, Teen Girls, Parent Education, as well as young adult females, post-divorce support for women, and christian pre-marital. I offer in-person office, telehealth, and in nature (park, garden, hike) sessions. I have extensive experience with at-risk & foster youth, adoption, child abuse, self harm, and divorced and blended families. My workshops include: Mothers & Daughter Wellness, Empowering Women Post-Divorce, Writing a new story for your life (women 20+), Setting Boundaries with friends & dating, and Dealing with overwhelming and anxious thoughts.
I offer Individual Therapy with Children (play tx), Teen Girls, Young Adult Females, Family Therapy, and christian pre-marital counseling.
I specialize with Children, Teen Girls, Parent Education, as well as young adult females, post-divorce support for women, and christian pre-marital. I offer in-person office, telehealth, and in nature (park, garden, hike) sessions. I have extensive experience with at-risk & foster youth, adoption, child abuse, self harm, and divorced and blended families. My workshops include: Mothers & Daughter Wellness, Empowering Women Post-Divorce, Writing a new story for your life (women 20+), Setting Boundaries with friends & dating, and Dealing with overwhelming and anxious thoughts.
I have been trained in EMDR, Play Therapy, Dissociative Disorders, Trauma and Abuse as well as most mental health concerns.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of Colorado. Marriage and Family Therapist are trained with direct clinical supervision in family systems theory. We believe that individuals and their problems must be seen in context, and that the most important context is the family. Marriage and Family Therapist subscribe to a strict code of ethics, covering responsibilities to clients, the profession and the community. I am a Clinical Member and Approved Supervisor of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy as well as Past President of the Colorado Association of Marriage and Family Therapy.
I have been trained in EMDR, Play Therapy, Dissociative Disorders, Trauma and Abuse as well as most mental health concerns.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of Colorado. Marriage and Family Therapist are trained with direct clinical supervision in family systems theory. We believe that individuals and their problems must be seen in context, and that the most important context is the family. Marriage and Family Therapist subscribe to a strict code of ethics, covering responsibilities to clients, the profession and the community. I am a Clinical Member and Approved Supervisor of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy as well as Past President of the Colorado Association of Marriage and Family Therapy.
A New Leaf Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CAS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pueblo, CO 81004
We were voted Best Mental Health Provider and Best Place to Work in 2023's Best of Pueblo! We were also voted 1st Place in Therapy in Community Votes and we received the Gill Sanchez Award! We offer in-person or telehealth individual, family, and couples therapy for kids, teenagers, and adults. We provide varied approaches, such as EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, play therapy, equine therapy, and much more. The following groups are currently open: Teen girls wilderness, self-compassion, art-based therapy, miscarriage, and acudetox drop-in. If you are a graduate student looking for internship, please email your resume to apply.
We were voted Best Mental Health Provider and Best Place to Work in 2023's Best of Pueblo! We were also voted 1st Place in Therapy in Community Votes and we received the Gill Sanchez Award! We offer in-person or telehealth individual, family, and couples therapy for kids, teenagers, and adults. We provide varied approaches, such as EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, play therapy, equine therapy, and much more. The following groups are currently open: Teen girls wilderness, self-compassion, art-based therapy, miscarriage, and acudetox drop-in. If you are a graduate student looking for internship, please email your resume to apply.
Julie Marie Hudak-Salvat
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
I specialize in seeing children, adolescents and young adults who are on the spectrum. My emphasis in my practice is seeing individuals who have been identified as on the spectrum as well as gifted individuals, and children/youth identified with a learning disability and executive functioning and anxiety challenges. I have worked in many different mental health settings and utilize a creative approach to therapy with hands on activities utilizing play, art, CBT, and sensory based, and Neurodivergent based DBT skills and horticultural therapy interventions.
I specialize in seeing children, adolescents and young adults who are on the spectrum. My emphasis in my practice is seeing individuals who have been identified as on the spectrum as well as gifted individuals, and children/youth identified with a learning disability and executive functioning and anxiety challenges. I have worked in many different mental health settings and utilize a creative approach to therapy with hands on activities utilizing play, art, CBT, and sensory based, and Neurodivergent based DBT skills and horticultural therapy interventions.
Trained in play therapy,EMDR, and Critical Incident Stress Management.
Therapy can be initially a very stressful undertaking, that may or should initiate change. I like to look at the positives of change and how that makes a person feel better about themselves and their outlook on life, now and in the future. In my 20 plus years of experience as a therapist I have found that the relationship between the client and therapist is most important for this to occur and for real healing to begin. I feel that my calm and excepting demeanor is a good fit for people to begin this process. It should be noted that I do not do marriage or couples therapy as my colleagues are a better fit and I prefer individuals
Trained in play therapy,EMDR, and Critical Incident Stress Management.
Therapy can be initially a very stressful undertaking, that may or should initiate change. I like to look at the positives of change and how that makes a person feel better about themselves and their outlook on life, now and in the future. In my 20 plus years of experience as a therapist I have found that the relationship between the client and therapist is most important for this to occur and for real healing to begin. I feel that my calm and excepting demeanor is a good fit for people to begin this process. It should be noted that I do not do marriage or couples therapy as my colleagues are a better fit and I prefer individuals
Taylor Dautaj
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80917
I utilize play, art, and sand tray techniques to create a warm environment in which young people feel safe to explore their emotions and practice new skills.
I enjoy working with children (ages 3 and up) and adolescents struggling with a variety of mental health challenges including anxiety, depression, self-harming thoughts and behaviors, behavior problems, attachment problems, sleep and toileting concerns, and grief. My goal is to provide the families that I work with the support and skills they need to help their child overcome mental health challenges.
I utilize play, art, and sand tray techniques to create a warm environment in which young people feel safe to explore their emotions and practice new skills.
I enjoy working with children (ages 3 and up) and adolescents struggling with a variety of mental health challenges including anxiety, depression, self-harming thoughts and behaviors, behavior problems, attachment problems, sleep and toileting concerns, and grief. My goal is to provide the families that I work with the support and skills they need to help their child overcome mental health challenges.
Colorado Counseling & Wellness Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
We offer play therapy for kids, men's groups, women's groups and even a couples group.
Whether your goals include overcoming and managing anxiety and depression etc., or you want to do some wellness work focusing on confidence, self-esteem, communication etc. we are here to be your partner in this journey.
We offer play therapy for kids, men's groups, women's groups and even a couples group.
Whether your goals include overcoming and managing anxiety and depression etc., or you want to do some wellness work focusing on confidence, self-esteem, communication etc. we are here to be your partner in this journey.
Darla Kraft
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RPT-S, CTS, EPT-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Greeley, CO 80634
My specialty is Play Therapy and trauma.
I believe each and every person who walks through my door is unique with unique individual needs. I believe that it takes tremendous courage and strength to seek out counseling. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Registered Play Therapist - Supervisor, and a Certified Trauma Specialist with the National Institute for Trauma and Loss with Children and Adolescents. I am also EMDR level 2 trained. I work with families and children ages 3-18 that have trauma in their history. I teach play therapy to other mental health professionals. I have been in the mental health field for 30 years.
My specialty is Play Therapy and trauma.
I believe each and every person who walks through my door is unique with unique individual needs. I believe that it takes tremendous courage and strength to seek out counseling. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Registered Play Therapist - Supervisor, and a Certified Trauma Specialist with the National Institute for Trauma and Loss with Children and Adolescents. I am also EMDR level 2 trained. I work with families and children ages 3-18 that have trauma in their history. I teach play therapy to other mental health professionals. I have been in the mental health field for 30 years.
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Hishara Jansz
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I am a Durango native, born and raised. Having lived here my whole life, I have deep roots in this community and understand the joys and struggles of living in a rural town. I have a passion for helping women, and young adults experiencing life transitions such as going to college or ending a long-term relationship, as well as, helping people heal and process traumatic events. I also help parents understand and improve their connection with their children or teens through parent coaching and am a registred Play Therapist.
I am a Durango native, born and raised. Having lived here my whole life, I have deep roots in this community and understand the joys and struggles of living in a rural town. I have a passion for helping women, and young adults experiencing life transitions such as going to college or ending a long-term relationship, as well as, helping people heal and process traumatic events. I also help parents understand and improve their connection with their children or teens through parent coaching and am a registred Play Therapist.
Kristine N Matthews
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, LPC-A, LPCC
Verified Verified
Woodland Park, CO 80863
I use play, sand tray, and art therapies to help children learn positive coping strategies that teach them how to manage problems with anxiety, depression, and traumas that they may have in order to give them a better start at their futures.
In the past three years, I have worked as a counselor to both children and to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. As a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate I use modalities, such as HearthMath, Brainspotting and Trauma Focused-CBT, that help to reduce anxiety, depression, and aids them in finding strength within themselves.
I use play, sand tray, and art therapies to help children learn positive coping strategies that teach them how to manage problems with anxiety, depression, and traumas that they may have in order to give them a better start at their futures.
In the past three years, I have worked as a counselor to both children and to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. As a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate I use modalities, such as HearthMath, Brainspotting and Trauma Focused-CBT, that help to reduce anxiety, depression, and aids them in finding strength within themselves.
Elizabeth A Behm
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Pueblo, CO 81004 (Online Only)
I use play therapy with kids as well as CBT and solution focused therapy to meet the needs of my clients and work with many concerns such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, issues with self esteem/self worth, self harm and many others.
My background is in school counseling and my passion is working with teens/kids. I worked for 3 years as a school counselor before switching to my LPC and doing private practice. There I also focused my practice on meeting the needs of teens/kids and working with families as well. I most recently worked in the community with a foster care agency, again working with kids/teens before going back to private practice. I do enjoy working with teens/families but also see individuals of all ages as well as couples.
I use play therapy with kids as well as CBT and solution focused therapy to meet the needs of my clients and work with many concerns such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, issues with self esteem/self worth, self harm and many others.
My background is in school counseling and my passion is working with teens/kids. I worked for 3 years as a school counselor before switching to my LPC and doing private practice. There I also focused my practice on meeting the needs of teens/kids and working with families as well. I most recently worked in the community with a foster care agency, again working with kids/teens before going back to private practice. I do enjoy working with teens/families but also see individuals of all ages as well as couples.
Lori Notor Hughes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MBA, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Durango, CO 81301
She is now training in Synergetic Play Therapy and working toward becoming a registered play therapist.
Lori Notor Hughes is a licensed clinical social worker providing counseling in Farmington, NM. She sees clients in-person at her office and specializes in treating children ages 5-12 using play and sand tray therapies.
She is now training in Synergetic Play Therapy and working toward becoming a registered play therapist.
Lori Notor Hughes is a licensed clinical social worker providing counseling in Farmington, NM. She sees clients in-person at her office and specializes in treating children ages 5-12 using play and sand tray therapies.
Jorge Daniel Flores
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80210
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and have a Master’s in Professional Counseling from Texas State University. I have been a practicing therapist since June 2018. I have worked with a wide variety of issues such as depression, anxiety, posttraumatic stress, trauma, regulation, substance abuse, and communication, and interpersonal relationships. I have worked primarily at agencies and have helped individuals and families in crisis as well as providing traditional individual therapy. I have worked with children (7+) to adults of all ages, backgrounds, and cultures. I am also able to provide therapy in Spanish.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and have a Master’s in Professional Counseling from Texas State University. I have been a practicing therapist since June 2018. I have worked with a wide variety of issues such as depression, anxiety, posttraumatic stress, trauma, regulation, substance abuse, and communication, and interpersonal relationships. I have worked primarily at agencies and have helped individuals and families in crisis as well as providing traditional individual therapy. I have worked with children (7+) to adults of all ages, backgrounds, and cultures. I am also able to provide therapy in Spanish.
Sharon Hyatt-Drennan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
I work with a wide variety of clients from depression, anxiety , bipolar, anger management, PTSD, disability disorders, Marital, partners, and family therapy. My youngest client is 18 months and my oldest client is 86 years old.
I work with a wide variety of clients from depression, anxiety , bipolar, anger management, PTSD, disability disorders, Marital, partners, and family therapy. My youngest client is 18 months and my oldest client is 86 years old.
Westside Behavioral Care - Therapists in Lakewood
Psychologist, PsyD, LPC, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lakewood, CO 80215
Westside Behavioral Care can help you find a therapist who is just right for you or your family. Our qualified and compassionate counselors provide outstanding mental health services in-person and online across the entire Greater Denver Area. For an appointment, please call 303-986-4197 to speak with our receptionist M-F 8:30am-5pm. Alternatively, our website allows you to self-schedule with one of our multi-award-winning therapists 24/7. Our network includes licensed psychologists, clinical social workers, professional counselors, marriage and family therapists, couples counselors, and certified alcohol and drug counselors.
Westside Behavioral Care can help you find a therapist who is just right for you or your family. Our qualified and compassionate counselors provide outstanding mental health services in-person and online across the entire Greater Denver Area. For an appointment, please call 303-986-4197 to speak with our receptionist M-F 8:30am-5pm. Alternatively, our website allows you to self-schedule with one of our multi-award-winning therapists 24/7. Our network includes licensed psychologists, clinical social workers, professional counselors, marriage and family therapists, couples counselors, and certified alcohol and drug counselors.
Jami 'jade' Bamat
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80526
I love being able to support children and their families in their healing process and know it’s so difficult when your child is hurting. I want to be able to help your child unlock their potential and come back into themselves again. I specialize in working with children and teens who are experiencing anger, anxiety, depression, trauma, learning and behavior disorders, and children who are on Individual Education Plans and 504 Plans. I have a background in school mental health and community mental health centers. I am also passionate about the LGBTQIA community and love working with them!
I love being able to support children and their families in their healing process and know it’s so difficult when your child is hurting. I want to be able to help your child unlock their potential and come back into themselves again. I specialize in working with children and teens who are experiencing anger, anxiety, depression, trauma, learning and behavior disorders, and children who are on Individual Education Plans and 504 Plans. I have a background in school mental health and community mental health centers. I am also passionate about the LGBTQIA community and love working with them!
As a person passionate about holistic health and well-being, I appreciate and value when the mind and body are in harmony. I currently hold two master’s degrees and two professional licenses. I am a Physician Assistant, with over 30 years of experience in pediatric and adolescent patients. I am a licensed professional counselor candidate, who graduated from Colorado Christian University. When working with clients, I listen well. I use a person-centered, warm, and understanding approach, as well as integrative systems of counseling. I have worked with diverse people of all ages and walks of life. Supporting your goals is my priority.
As a person passionate about holistic health and well-being, I appreciate and value when the mind and body are in harmony. I currently hold two master’s degrees and two professional licenses. I am a Physician Assistant, with over 30 years of experience in pediatric and adolescent patients. I am a licensed professional counselor candidate, who graduated from Colorado Christian University. When working with clients, I listen well. I use a person-centered, warm, and understanding approach, as well as integrative systems of counseling. I have worked with diverse people of all ages and walks of life. Supporting your goals is my priority.
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Play Therapy
Who is play therapy for?
Play therapy is generally targeted to children between the ages of 3 and 11 who have social, emotional, or behavioral difficulties. Play therapy has also been found helpful for children who have experienced physical or emotional abuse or witnessed atrocities. Play therapy is also often recommended for children who are undergoing major medical procedures or who are suffering from chronic illness; many children’s hospitals are equipped to offer play therapy on-site. Play therapy is also sometimes used for adults; creative writing, music, and art are expressive forms that can all be adapted for therapeutic purposes.
Why do people need play therapy?
Children often do not have the language skills or words to know or to express what is troubling them. Yet they often spontaneously draw or use playthings to depict scenarios that reflect problems in their everyday life. Play therapy provides children with an array of objects and play situations to act out their feelings or experiences so that therapists can get a clear picture of what children might be struggling with and help them find solutions. In addition, play therapists are skilled at helping children understand their inner experience and find words for them, necessary steps toward helping children learn to control their own behavior and come up with solutions to problems they encounter.
What happens in play therapy?
A child enters a comfortable playroom where they are free to choose the objects they want to play with. The play therapist will typically observe how they play with the toys—whether a sandbox, puppets, dolls and action figures, trucks, costumes, drawing and painting materials, or more—because such play provides clues to a child’s family and social relationships, difficulties they are encountering in the world, and what going on inside themselves. Sometimes the therapist may ask the child to use the play objects to tell a story about their family. Using the same instruments of play, therapists can help children discover more advantageous ways of thinking and behaving.
What kinds of problems do play therapists treat?
Play therapy can help children who display destructive or self-destructive impulses; children who seem angry, sad, or fearful; children who experience frequent social, emotional, family, or school difficulty. Play therapy is often of value to children who have experienced a loss or distressing family experience, who are regularly exposed to family conflict, or who have been physically or emotionally abused. Play therapy can help children who are perpetrators of bullying as well as those who are targets of bullying. It helps children learn to identify their feelings, to express them in constructive ways, and to regulate them so they can get on with the business of development.
How long does play therapy last?
Play therapy sessions may last for 30 to 45 minutes, and they usually occur weekly for about 20 sessions. Each session is tailored to the individual child and the kinds of problems they are struggling with. Play that is highly repetitive often indicates a problem requiring further exploration. Therapists typically measure progress through session-to-session changes in play behavior.