Therapists in Colorado

At times in the human journey, maintaining a balanced life becomes challenging. I believe therapy is a valuable resource that can help restore a sense of well-being. As a psychotherapist, I am dedicated to fostering an atmosphere of warmth, acceptance, and empowerment. My therapeutic orientation draws from humanistic, transpersonal, and somatic depth-oriented theories. I am passionate about integrating mindfulness as a pathway to greater self-awareness and cultivating compassion.

I have been a therapist for 23 years, so I have had thousands of conversations with clients and extensive advanced training. I know change can be challenging so I try to make the process as efficient and painless as possible. I am motivated to help you meet YOUR goals. I always offer you the insights gained from my years of experience as well as my knowledge about what helps us lead a good life. I am practical and down-to-earth in my approach. Relationship skills can be learned, and you can feel better about yourself + your partner when you are relating with love, consideration, kindness, and passion.

Do you ever feel helpless? Guilty? Ashamed? Ever feel like a doormat? Are you exhausted from constantly feeling like you are in survival mode? Are you struggling to remember your worth? If you find yourself worrying about embarrassing yourself in front of others and experiencing a generalized fear of being negatively judged, please know that help is available. My hope is to help you discover that it is possible to conquer your fear, get your voice back, and walk forward in freedom! My primary specialties are working with complex trauma, social anxiety, and concerns related to spirituality.

My name is Michelle Perry, and I am an LPC in Colorado. I am also licensed in Nebraska and Iowa. I specialize in trauma, life transitions, grief, depression, anxiety, and co-dependency. My approach to therapy is collaborative and I use several different approaches, depending on the needs of the client. These include, CBT, DBT, EMDR, Person Centered, and others. I often work with clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, and relationship issues. Many of my clients have experienced stressful and traumatic experiences, are grieving recent or multiple losses, or are currently going through a life transition of some kind.

My work is based on my passionate belief that we are created for deep and abiding relationships with one another. To be in relationship means to be authentic and be seen for who you are without fear of judgment. It is only within this type of environment that healing can flourish. Exposing brokenness enables me to tenderly walk alongside my clients in order to illicit redemptive restoration in their lives. Joining with clients on their journeys is an honor and privilege that is not taken lightly. Treatment is always tailored to the uniqueness of clients' struggles and strengths, being informed by evidenced based practices.

My approach to therapy allows clients the emotional space to examine situations without identifying as the problem themselves. It creates key exploratory distance between self and guilt or shame allowing for curiosity rather than judgment. I strive to elicit an experience that is empowering and illuminating. This is useful if you are seeking resources as a member of a couple or family where fear of blame is a common threat. The parents of my adolescent and young adult clients are relieved to work with someone who sees their unique loved one rather than diagnostics or labels.

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.

Everyone knows relationships take work. But what does that really mean? We'll work on things like: How do both of you feel in your relationship? Do you deeply understand and effectively communicate each other's thoughts, feelings, and needs? I have been married over 30 years and have three grown children. I understand the challenges couples must navigate and how they can get stuck in negative cycles. My approach is to help you recognize and change the patterns that keep you stuck and support you to reach out to each other in ways that bring you closer. I also specialize in helping couples and families heal from addictions.

You may find that you're stuck in old thought patterns and habits that no longer serve, and are in search of deeper self-awareness and long-term growth and healing. My goal is to help facilitate change at your pace, and without judgment. In therapy, we will create a collaborative and safe space in which to gain greater clarity, insight, accountability, and healthy empowerment.

I view therapy as a gateway for healing, connection and self-exploration. More importantly, I believe the collaborative alliance between therapist and client can be utilized to heal and transform unhealthy relational patterns, trauma, and other difficult issues that keep us stuck. My approach is holistic with an emphasis on honoring the multidimensional aspect of the individual toward wholeness of mind, body and spirit. I specialize in helping my clients learn how to cope with and overcome life transitions, chronic stress, anxiety, depression, grief, chronic illness and difficult relational patterns.

I strive to create collaborative therapeutic relationships with my clients with respect for each person's autonomy and strength. In my facilitation of both individual and group therapy, I aim to meet you where you're at with empathy and compassion. I have experience and feel competent working with people facing various mental health struggles. I specialize in helping my clients navigate struggles in their intimate relationships, regardless of what form they take. I utilize Attachment Theory as a framework for understanding various relationship dynamics, including Ethical Non-Monogamy.

Humaning and adulting is hard. We do our best to juggle all the things and sometimes the coping strategies we develop backfire or no longer work. We all have baggage, some of it heavier than others, but what if instead of just slapping on band-aids, we could actually heal the root of the struggles? Therapy isn't about "fixing" you, it's about helping you navigate roadblocks, empowering you with greater choices, and rediscovering the inner power & wisdom you already possess. I'd be honored to embark on this journey to (re)connect with your authentic self and create a life that aligns with your unique path.

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!

You are welcome here. It takes great courage to embark upon a healing journey and since you're reading this, you already know that the most intimidating step is oftentimes the first one. We begin this journey where you are, there is no "supposed to" in how your inner world looks or what is expected of you - wherever you are, that's a brilliant place to start. Perhaps you haven't experienced genuinely safe space or been consistently held in unconditional positive regard, and to that I say again: You are welcome here!

Hi! I’m glad you’re here. Seeking help can feel scary, overwhelming, and vulnerable. Let’s get right to it and see if you think we’d be a good fit. I am a counselor that approaches therapy in a calm, compassionate, nonjudgmental way. I find humor and laughter to be among the most healing things humans can share. I work to empower my clients while keeping them accountable to their personal goals for growth. Radically loving, understanding, and accepting yourself will always be a goal as that is our primary relationship from which all others are able to flourish.

Have you ever felt alone, tokenized, or shamed for being "different"? After so many of these experiences, you start shaming yourself and doubting your worth. Shame is sneaky and it can cause destruction within ourselves. You may not fully believe that you’re lovable, but you want to get there one day. There are many societal forces that keep us from connecting with our inner selves and the world around us. I’m passionate about equipping folks with the tools to navigate racial trauma and the effects of colonialism. I can support you to embrace self-love & confidence by encouraging connection with your authentic self.

I am a licensed therapist in the State of Texas as an LPC and LMFT-S and in the State of Colorado as an LPC. I have been in practice since 2003 and am a Certified EMDR therapist and EMDRIA approved EMDR Consultant. I am also a Trauma Recovery HAP EMDR Consultant and training Facilitator.

As a therapist, I work from the understanding that humans are astonishingly resilient and have a deep capacity for healing. I provide compassionate individual therapy for adults who are struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief, relationship issues & other mental health issues. I work best with individuals who are ready to do deep, internal work to understand and develop a loving relationship with their inner world. I draw from Western psychology, mindfulness practices, & Eastern wisdom and utilize talk therapy, mindfulness, IFS (parts work), & EMDR in sessions with clients.

Do you feel empty, disconnected, ashamed, or like no one truly understands you? Difficult, traumatic, and challenging experiences are a normal part of being human and can cause us to end up feeling alone and isolated. I believe in the healing power of connection, where being truly seen, heard, and accepted by another empowers you to find a sense of wholeness and true acceptance of self. Through creating a collaborative, safe, warm, and nonjudgmental space, my goal is to walk with you into true connection with yourself and others, and to find a sense of deep resonance and healing within your heart and soul.