Couples Counseling Therapists in Colorado
Pamela Shannahan-Sturgon
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80301 (Online Only)
I have experience working the people across the life spectrum (birth to death) with a variety of behavioral and mental health conditions to include depression, anxiety, relationship issues, behavioral issues, disruptive behavioral and dissocial disorders, PTSD, Grief/Bereavement-to include perinatal loss, parenting support and education.
Hello, my name is Dr. Pamela Shannahan, I am a Doctor of Behavioral Health and a Licensed Professional Counselor. I have been working in the counseling field since 2006 with focus on person centered, trauma informed counseling. I work with people of all ages of the life spectrum. I have specialties in infant and early childhood mental health to include parenting education and support; end of life counseling for patients as well as their families; individuals, couples, and families experiencing life/ relationship challenges and mental/behavioral health struggles.
I have experience working the people across the life spectrum (birth to death) with a variety of behavioral and mental health conditions to include depression, anxiety, relationship issues, behavioral issues, disruptive behavioral and dissocial disorders, PTSD, Grief/Bereavement-to include perinatal loss, parenting support and education.
Hello, my name is Dr. Pamela Shannahan, I am a Doctor of Behavioral Health and a Licensed Professional Counselor. I have been working in the counseling field since 2006 with focus on person centered, trauma informed counseling. I work with people of all ages of the life spectrum. I have specialties in infant and early childhood mental health to include parenting education and support; end of life counseling for patients as well as their families; individuals, couples, and families experiencing life/ relationship challenges and mental/behavioral health struggles.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist with my Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy. I work with individuals, couples, and families, adolescents and teenagers, facing a variety of challenges. I have a variety of therapy experience including facilitating traditional therapy sessions, working with children in a school setting and supporting family therapy sessions. I am passionate about providing a safe space for people to share thoughts and feelings about what they are experiencing. I use a variety of approaches to help support and guide you through this process depending on what your needs are. I am also fluent in Russian.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist with my Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy. I work with individuals, couples, and families, adolescents and teenagers, facing a variety of challenges. I have a variety of therapy experience including facilitating traditional therapy sessions, working with children in a school setting and supporting family therapy sessions. I am passionate about providing a safe space for people to share thoughts and feelings about what they are experiencing. I use a variety of approaches to help support and guide you through this process depending on what your needs are. I am also fluent in Russian.
My therapeutic approach is to provide support and counseling focusing on life challenges. My goal is to create a warm and comfortable environment allowing the therapeutic relationship to grow. I utilize cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) in combination with a strengths based approach and psychodynamic approach. I believe in the power of your unique story.
My therapeutic approach is to provide support and counseling focusing on life challenges. My goal is to create a warm and comfortable environment allowing the therapeutic relationship to grow. I utilize cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) in combination with a strengths based approach and psychodynamic approach. I believe in the power of your unique story.
For my work with couples, I am trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy , and I have training to work with Neurodiverse Couples (through the Aspergers and Autism Network).
I am passionate in my work as a counselor because I believe redemption is possible, hope can be renewed, and beauty can emerge from the messiness of life. If you are here because you want to discover (or rediscover) the joy and fulfillment that have been missing in your life, I would love to talk with you! In my spare time I am a potter. I find my work with clay provides a meaningful metaphor for the counseling process as it involves patience, gentleness, messiness, and the potential for growth, beauty, and purpose.
For my work with couples, I am trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy , and I have training to work with Neurodiverse Couples (through the Aspergers and Autism Network).
I am passionate in my work as a counselor because I believe redemption is possible, hope can be renewed, and beauty can emerge from the messiness of life. If you are here because you want to discover (or rediscover) the joy and fulfillment that have been missing in your life, I would love to talk with you! In my spare time I am a potter. I find my work with clay provides a meaningful metaphor for the counseling process as it involves patience, gentleness, messiness, and the potential for growth, beauty, and purpose.
Jennifer Cherney
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lone Tree, CO 80124
I truly enjoy making connections with my clients and believe the therapeutic relationship to be the most important part of the therapy process.
I am a licensed professional counselor in the State of Colorado with more than 20 years of experience empowering and educating others in private practice, community mental health, and school settings. I believe the mind body connection to be a powerful one and I take a whole-body approach to counseling, addressing both the physical and mental needs of my clients.
I truly enjoy making connections with my clients and believe the therapeutic relationship to be the most important part of the therapy process.
I am a licensed professional counselor in the State of Colorado with more than 20 years of experience empowering and educating others in private practice, community mental health, and school settings. I believe the mind body connection to be a powerful one and I take a whole-body approach to counseling, addressing both the physical and mental needs of my clients.
Katherine Hendrick
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, MFTC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Junction, CO 81501 (Online Only)
My goal is to help people maximize the pleasure in their life; whether it is working through dating anxiety, finding gender euphoria, opening up the relationship, placing/enforcing boundaries, power exchange, discovering identity, and everything in between.
As a Queer person with ADHD, I want to help neurodivergent people feel more comfortable navigating nuances around sex, sexuality, gender, and relational dynamics. I also have a passion for fostering healthy conversation where partners can safely express their needs, desires, fears, and pain. I want to guide people toward secure attachment so that they feel worthy of love and capable of advocating for their experiences. I strive to reduce shame and reinstate curiosity so that we can have a more mindful connection with ourselves, our bodies, and others. I find reward in working with trauma and its impact on sex and quality of life.
My goal is to help people maximize the pleasure in their life; whether it is working through dating anxiety, finding gender euphoria, opening up the relationship, placing/enforcing boundaries, power exchange, discovering identity, and everything in between.
As a Queer person with ADHD, I want to help neurodivergent people feel more comfortable navigating nuances around sex, sexuality, gender, and relational dynamics. I also have a passion for fostering healthy conversation where partners can safely express their needs, desires, fears, and pain. I want to guide people toward secure attachment so that they feel worthy of love and capable of advocating for their experiences. I strive to reduce shame and reinstate curiosity so that we can have a more mindful connection with ourselves, our bodies, and others. I find reward in working with trauma and its impact on sex and quality of life.
Hilary Maxwell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Greenwood Village, CO 80111 (Online Only)
I am a Counselor & Coach working with individuals and couples.
How are you handling your life right now? Life can feel overwhelming creating stress, anxiety, fear, and doubt and leaving us feeling paralyzed and stuck. As we adjust to new seasons of life, there tend to be periods of the unknown with mixed emotions. Life transitions need life skills. This is more of a partnership to navigate through past wounds into a healthier, more stable, and confident future. I also walk with clients with spiritual trauma and fertility issues (including fertility treatments, IVF, miscarriage, and postpartum), as someone who has walked through this myself it's nice to have someone who "gets it".
I am a Counselor & Coach working with individuals and couples.
How are you handling your life right now? Life can feel overwhelming creating stress, anxiety, fear, and doubt and leaving us feeling paralyzed and stuck. As we adjust to new seasons of life, there tend to be periods of the unknown with mixed emotions. Life transitions need life skills. This is more of a partnership to navigate through past wounds into a healthier, more stable, and confident future. I also walk with clients with spiritual trauma and fertility issues (including fertility treatments, IVF, miscarriage, and postpartum), as someone who has walked through this myself it's nice to have someone who "gets it".
Alex Artio - Four Elements Counseling
Counselor, JD, MBA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80301
Research studies have established conclusively that the most important and impactful aspect of counseling is the quality of the therapeutic relationship, regardless of methodologies.
The power of the spoken word, and understanding its limits . . . Incorporating and expanding the impact of talk therapy to include somatic and relational components . . . Collaboration as the path to change and growth . . . I bring this frame to my practice of psychotherapy. If invited, I will join you in your search, as you find and open the doors that beckon to you, or that feel elusive. I am committed to social justice and deep ecology, and maintain awareness of the impacts of privilege, including my own, and of systems of oppression.
Research studies have established conclusively that the most important and impactful aspect of counseling is the quality of the therapeutic relationship, regardless of methodologies.
The power of the spoken word, and understanding its limits . . . Incorporating and expanding the impact of talk therapy to include somatic and relational components . . . Collaboration as the path to change and growth . . . I bring this frame to my practice of psychotherapy. If invited, I will join you in your search, as you find and open the doors that beckon to you, or that feel elusive. I am committed to social justice and deep ecology, and maintain awareness of the impacts of privilege, including my own, and of systems of oppression.
Virginia(Ginny) Epen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
I have a diversified practice with adults, couples, adolescents and families, providing counseling during difficult times in your life.
Have you thought about going to a mental health professional and you keep putting it off? Tired of feeling depressed and overwhelmed? I am a licensed professional mental health counselor. I am empathetic and compassionate and my goal is to provide a place for you to deal with whatever is troubling you, and to help you move on to a happier life. My work with you is important to me and I want your counseling experience to be a rewarding one. I will do my best to make that happen.
I have a diversified practice with adults, couples, adolescents and families, providing counseling during difficult times in your life.
Have you thought about going to a mental health professional and you keep putting it off? Tired of feeling depressed and overwhelmed? I am a licensed professional mental health counselor. I am empathetic and compassionate and my goal is to provide a place for you to deal with whatever is troubling you, and to help you move on to a happier life. My work with you is important to me and I want your counseling experience to be a rewarding one. I will do my best to make that happen.
Lee Freeman
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MA, MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Loveland, CO 80538
My favorite clients to work with are males ages 12 & up, couples, and groups in conflict. For people who are motivated to grow but feel stuck, I've learned the collaborative process of breakthrough can be fun and exciting! Many of my clients have been Christians, finding they preferred to work through important issues with someone who understands and shares their values. However, your faith can play as much or as little of a role as you would like it to during our time together! My clients tend to value a laid-back yet straightforward style, finding courage to pursue curiosity and adventure instead of fear.
My favorite clients to work with are males ages 12 & up, couples, and groups in conflict. For people who are motivated to grow but feel stuck, I've learned the collaborative process of breakthrough can be fun and exciting! Many of my clients have been Christians, finding they preferred to work through important issues with someone who understands and shares their values. However, your faith can play as much or as little of a role as you would like it to during our time together! My clients tend to value a laid-back yet straightforward style, finding courage to pursue curiosity and adventure instead of fear.
Janeil Sowards
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC, EMDR, IFS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Glenwood Springs, CO 81601
I am a licensed professional counselor, a licensed addiction counselor, and I am also trained in EMDR, IFS, EFT, & Gottman Level I ( couples).
My passion is working with overwhelmed, brave souls who want change, know they deserve better, and yearn for peace. Welcome to the first day of your new life! As a psychotherapist, I strive to provide an open, validating space where you feel safe to share, learn new tools, and leave with renewed hope. My practice is LGBTQ+ friendly.
I am a licensed professional counselor, a licensed addiction counselor, and I am also trained in EMDR, IFS, EFT, & Gottman Level I ( couples).
My passion is working with overwhelmed, brave souls who want change, know they deserve better, and yearn for peace. Welcome to the first day of your new life! As a psychotherapist, I strive to provide an open, validating space where you feel safe to share, learn new tools, and leave with renewed hope. My practice is LGBTQ+ friendly.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westminster, CO 80234
I integrate mindfulness practices and trauma-focused therapies to strengthen individuals, couples and families.
Therapy works best when personal stories are heard, and individuals and families construct their own meaning. Through a variety of treatment models like CBT, Solution Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and trauma informed models, we work together to identify challenges and to navigate a path that feels healthier. I bring experience working with a broad range of clients from childhood through the lifespan; specializing in complex trauma and helping people navigate transitions like caregiving, relationship changes and family coping and medical complexities that stress family systems.
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Therapy works best when personal stories are heard, and individuals and families construct their own meaning. Through a variety of treatment models like CBT, Solution Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and trauma informed models, we work together to identify challenges and to navigate a path that feels healthier. I bring experience working with a broad range of clients from childhood through the lifespan; specializing in complex trauma and helping people navigate transitions like caregiving, relationship changes and family coping and medical complexities that stress family systems.
I provide counseling, strategies and tools for overcoming life's obstacles and creating better days for individuals and couples. So many times, dealing with life stressors can become overwhelming. We want to feel better. We know we need something...we just don't know how to get there. My strengths are to help others change negative patterns, communicate more effectively, and make better choices. I will help you become more aware of negative thoughts and behaviors that get in the way of a successful and meaningful life and relationships.
I provide counseling, strategies and tools for overcoming life's obstacles and creating better days for individuals and couples. So many times, dealing with life stressors can become overwhelming. We want to feel better. We know we need something...we just don't know how to get there. My strengths are to help others change negative patterns, communicate more effectively, and make better choices. I will help you become more aware of negative thoughts and behaviors that get in the way of a successful and meaningful life and relationships.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80920
I specialize in helping couples heal their relationships and experience love and belonging again. I am trained in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT) and integrate my training in trauma and brain-based neurological issues. I use scientifically-based methods in both couples and individual sessions. This results in marriages, blended families, couples, and individuals transforming their relationships with others and becoming the best versions of themselves.
I specialize in helping couples heal their relationships and experience love and belonging again. I am trained in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT) and integrate my training in trauma and brain-based neurological issues. I use scientifically-based methods in both couples and individual sessions. This results in marriages, blended families, couples, and individuals transforming their relationships with others and becoming the best versions of themselves.
Emerge Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80224
I am an LPCC practicing in the Denver Metro area, and I enjoy working with individuals, children, adolescents, and couples.
Are you frustrated and overwhelmed with the way your life is going? Are your kids struggling and you don’t know what to do anymore? Do you wish that you felt more connected with your spouse? At times we can all feel like we have “gone off track” and it can be challenging to find your way back on your own. I am passionate about meeting people where they are to help them on the journey toward growth, wholeness, and healing. I desire to help you find the courage to ask hard questions and build resilience to accept the challenging parts of your story. My goal is to help you discover meaning, connection, authenticity, and gratitude.
I am an LPCC practicing in the Denver Metro area, and I enjoy working with individuals, children, adolescents, and couples.
Are you frustrated and overwhelmed with the way your life is going? Are your kids struggling and you don’t know what to do anymore? Do you wish that you felt more connected with your spouse? At times we can all feel like we have “gone off track” and it can be challenging to find your way back on your own. I am passionate about meeting people where they are to help them on the journey toward growth, wholeness, and healing. I desire to help you find the courage to ask hard questions and build resilience to accept the challenging parts of your story. My goal is to help you discover meaning, connection, authenticity, and gratitude.
I also enjoy working with couples! Could your partnership benefit from better communication, greater trust, or a dismount from that same carousel of conflict you find yourselves on again and again? We'll examine the underground workings which wreak havoc on connection and forge a partnership that feels secure, supportive, and life-enhancing.
It can be tough, this being human. Sometimes it can seem we've lost pieces of ourselves, those that provide us meaning, steadiness, direction, and joy. I believe in your brilliance! Whether you've been upended from a major transition or are hoping for greater empowerment in facing your lifelong struggles, I am honored to walk alongside you. Together, we can cultivate deep healing and self-acceptance using mindfulness techniques, tangible skills, and exploration of the patterns, beliefs, and relationships which have shaped your perspective. All of you is welcome here.
I also enjoy working with couples! Could your partnership benefit from better communication, greater trust, or a dismount from that same carousel of conflict you find yourselves on again and again? We'll examine the underground workings which wreak havoc on connection and forge a partnership that feels secure, supportive, and life-enhancing.
It can be tough, this being human. Sometimes it can seem we've lost pieces of ourselves, those that provide us meaning, steadiness, direction, and joy. I believe in your brilliance! Whether you've been upended from a major transition or are hoping for greater empowerment in facing your lifelong struggles, I am honored to walk alongside you. Together, we can cultivate deep healing and self-acceptance using mindfulness techniques, tangible skills, and exploration of the patterns, beliefs, and relationships which have shaped your perspective. All of you is welcome here.
I work with adults, couples, families, and adolescents. Most of my clients struggle with managing their relationships with technology, gambling, sex/porn overuse and substance use. I have years of experience with neurodiverse issues (Autism, ADHD, OCD, neurodevelopmental differences, etc). I believe everyone deserves to be seen, to feel heard and to have someone listen without judgement. We will create goals together and work through those mile markers to help you feel like you are making progress. I have over 15 years of experience in the mental health field and use a multitude of modalities to help guide my clients.
I work with adults, couples, families, and adolescents. Most of my clients struggle with managing their relationships with technology, gambling, sex/porn overuse and substance use. I have years of experience with neurodiverse issues (Autism, ADHD, OCD, neurodevelopmental differences, etc). I believe everyone deserves to be seen, to feel heard and to have someone listen without judgement. We will create goals together and work through those mile markers to help you feel like you are making progress. I have over 15 years of experience in the mental health field and use a multitude of modalities to help guide my clients.
Alison Butler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80909
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This is challenging but can lead to great adventures! There are a number of therapeutic approaches to use, but establishing a trusting relationship is key.
Hello! Life presents challenges at every age and every stage of human development. Most of the time, people are able to manage these challenges by themselves or with the help of family, friends, coworkers, or neighbors. There are occasions, however, when the usual resources are not enough. That is when a mental health professional can be of great use to an individual, couple or family by identifying existing strengths, skills and resources and helping to develop new ones.
This is challenging but can lead to great adventures! There are a number of therapeutic approaches to use, but establishing a trusting relationship is key.
Hello! Life presents challenges at every age and every stage of human development. Most of the time, people are able to manage these challenges by themselves or with the help of family, friends, coworkers, or neighbors. There are occasions, however, when the usual resources are not enough. That is when a mental health professional can be of great use to an individual, couple or family by identifying existing strengths, skills and resources and helping to develop new ones.
The relationship between client and therapist is essential to successful therapy. I seek to establish an empathetic, trusting relationship with clients, which provides the context for a deeper understanding of oneself and the difficulties bringing them to therapy. From this relational foundation, I work collaboratively with clients to find solutions to their problems.
The relationship between client and therapist is essential to successful therapy. I seek to establish an empathetic, trusting relationship with clients, which provides the context for a deeper understanding of oneself and the difficulties bringing them to therapy. From this relational foundation, I work collaboratively with clients to find solutions to their problems.
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Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80305 (Online Only)
As a dedicated therapist, I help individuals, couples, families, and communities navigate life’s transitions, fostering peace and fulfillment. Specializing in group therapy and communal identities, I build connections and empower clients to reshape their stories through narrative and relational therapy. I provide a nurturing space for growth and self-discovery, assisting clients in overcoming feelings of being "stuck" and promoting resilience and healing in personal challenges, relationships, and community transformations.
As a dedicated therapist, I help individuals, couples, families, and communities navigate life’s transitions, fostering peace and fulfillment. Specializing in group therapy and communal identities, I build connections and empower clients to reshape their stories through narrative and relational therapy. I provide a nurturing space for growth and self-discovery, assisting clients in overcoming feelings of being "stuck" and promoting resilience and healing in personal challenges, relationships, and community transformations.
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Couples Counseling Therapists
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.