Relational Therapists in 80033

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Andrea Ware-Medina
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Not accepting new clients
You want to live a full, vital, creative life, but something is in the way. Maybe you feel anxious or down, or you find yourself in the same relational patterns again and again, or you feel tangled up in your relationship with food and your body. You may not be sure how to get there, but you hope for change within yourself that is meaningful, and lasts - something more than a "band-aid" approach. My hope, and my approach to therapy, is to collaborate with you to understand why you are hurting the way you are, and to find where stuck points or unconscious patterns get in the way of your ability to play, love, work, and find meaning.
You want to live a full, vital, creative life, but something is in the way. Maybe you feel anxious or down, or you find yourself in the same relational patterns again and again, or you feel tangled up in your relationship with food and your body. You may not be sure how to get there, but you hope for change within yourself that is meaningful, and lasts - something more than a "band-aid" approach. My hope, and my approach to therapy, is to collaborate with you to understand why you are hurting the way you are, and to find where stuck points or unconscious patterns get in the way of your ability to play, love, work, and find meaning.
(720) 669-7278 View (720) 669-7278
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Beverley Ewers
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
I work with my clients to improve their patterns of interaction with others in order to create deeper levels of emotional connection and intimacy and promote personal and relational growth.
Life and relationships can be challenging and reaching out for help is a sign of courage and strength. If you are struggling with relationship issues, navigating life transitions, experiencing grief and loss, or desire greater personal and interpersonal growth, I believe I can help you improve these areas of your life. I strive to create an atmosphere of warmth, safety and trust to explore your most difficult and sensitive concerns with compassion and without judgment. My goal is to help you grow, heal, and achieve your therapeutic, relationship and life goals.
I work with my clients to improve their patterns of interaction with others in order to create deeper levels of emotional connection and intimacy and promote personal and relational growth.
Life and relationships can be challenging and reaching out for help is a sign of courage and strength. If you are struggling with relationship issues, navigating life transitions, experiencing grief and loss, or desire greater personal and interpersonal growth, I believe I can help you improve these areas of your life. I strive to create an atmosphere of warmth, safety and trust to explore your most difficult and sensitive concerns with compassion and without judgment. My goal is to help you grow, heal, and achieve your therapeutic, relationship and life goals.
(720) 239-1664 View (720) 239-1664
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Heather H Nations
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
My practice is focused on helping individuals struggling with eating disorders, depression, anxiety, life transitions, grief and infertility issues. I was trained from a psychodynamic perspective, which I integrate with other techniques and orientations and consider myself very relational in my approach. In other words, I view current problems as having roots in past events and patterns, but believe change is achieved through collaboration and active participation in the present moment.
My practice is focused on helping individuals struggling with eating disorders, depression, anxiety, life transitions, grief and infertility issues. I was trained from a psychodynamic perspective, which I integrate with other techniques and orientations and consider myself very relational in my approach. In other words, I view current problems as having roots in past events and patterns, but believe change is achieved through collaboration and active participation in the present moment.
(720) 336-4210 View (720) 336-4210
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Liesel Hunter
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
It is a relational and somatic based treatment for anxiety, depression, attachment trauma.
Dr. Hunter has over 20 years experience in the field of psychology and mind-body-spirit therapies. She is a psycho-spiritual therapist who helps clients gain access to their truest being and the light within. She seamlessly weaves together traditional psychotherapy with intuitive reading, meditation, Ketamine Assisted Therapy and somatic interventions. Her clients are able to shed patterns which no longer serve them and awaken the highest version of themselves. If you have tried traditional, talk therapy but are looking for something different or are a spiritual seeker by nature, Dr. Hunter may be the right fit for you.
It is a relational and somatic based treatment for anxiety, depression, attachment trauma.
Dr. Hunter has over 20 years experience in the field of psychology and mind-body-spirit therapies. She is a psycho-spiritual therapist who helps clients gain access to their truest being and the light within. She seamlessly weaves together traditional psychotherapy with intuitive reading, meditation, Ketamine Assisted Therapy and somatic interventions. Her clients are able to shed patterns which no longer serve them and awaken the highest version of themselves. If you have tried traditional, talk therapy but are looking for something different or are a spiritual seeker by nature, Dr. Hunter may be the right fit for you.
(720) 636-8844 View (720) 636-8844
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Alexa Ashworth
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFTC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
As a Couple and Family Therapist Candidate, I specialize in working with a broad composition of dyadic and dynamic relationships. Whether you are thinking about marriage, in a long-term relationship, or have relational repairs to focus on with other family members, I am here to help you navigate your most recent concerns and challenges. I recognize each person has their own ideals and divergent paths when choosing to make significant life changes. This is your time to explore various topics, question the grey areas, find clarity, re-discover who you are, and conquer inner battles that have prevented previous growth.
As a Couple and Family Therapist Candidate, I specialize in working with a broad composition of dyadic and dynamic relationships. Whether you are thinking about marriage, in a long-term relationship, or have relational repairs to focus on with other family members, I am here to help you navigate your most recent concerns and challenges. I recognize each person has their own ideals and divergent paths when choosing to make significant life changes. This is your time to explore various topics, question the grey areas, find clarity, re-discover who you are, and conquer inner battles that have prevented previous growth.
(720) 707-0055 View (720) 707-0055
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Sarah Bilinovich
Clinical Social Work Candidate, MSW, SWC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Our work will be relational, experiential, and somatic, with aspects of psychoeducation and talk therapy.
Do you struggle with a lack of confidence, perfectionism, overwhelm, distrust in relationships, setting boundaries, and/or a sense of belonging? If so, I can help. I am passionate about helping people have more integrous, authentic relationships with self and others. I believe that humans have an inherent drive toward health, but sometimes get stuck due to attachment wounds, trauma, and/or stressors from our modern society. I work with men and women who want to rediscover their wisdom and resiliency within, so that they can go through life more grounded and connected.
Our work will be relational, experiential, and somatic, with aspects of psychoeducation and talk therapy.
Do you struggle with a lack of confidence, perfectionism, overwhelm, distrust in relationships, setting boundaries, and/or a sense of belonging? If so, I can help. I am passionate about helping people have more integrous, authentic relationships with self and others. I believe that humans have an inherent drive toward health, but sometimes get stuck due to attachment wounds, trauma, and/or stressors from our modern society. I work with men and women who want to rediscover their wisdom and resiliency within, so that they can go through life more grounded and connected.
(303) 900-2985 View (303) 900-2985
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Kristen Oliver
Pre-Licensed Professional, MFTC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Esther Perel writes, “The quality of our relationships determines the quality of our lives.” Are you currently struggling in your relationship or within your sex life? Do you often feel stressed out and unsure of how to get reconnected? Or perhaps you're longing to explore aspects of your unique identity that have yet to be fully expressed. If you feel ready to start exploring change, I am here for you. In therapy we will work together to identify the relational patterns that keep you stuck, and how to create sustainable change for greater intimacy.
Esther Perel writes, “The quality of our relationships determines the quality of our lives.” Are you currently struggling in your relationship or within your sex life? Do you often feel stressed out and unsure of how to get reconnected? Or perhaps you're longing to explore aspects of your unique identity that have yet to be fully expressed. If you feel ready to start exploring change, I am here for you. In therapy we will work together to identify the relational patterns that keep you stuck, and how to create sustainable change for greater intimacy.
(720) 664-6962 View (720) 664-6962
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Katherine Longley
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80033
Welcome! My name is Katherine Longley. I'm excited to work with you to build resources, develop skills, and assist you in taking any necessary steps toward achieving your goals. I work with teens and adults, and my style is relational, holistic, empathetic, and collaborative; I believe that you are the expert of your experience. I enjoy working to understand where you're coming from so that we can explore your roadblocks in life together. I use a combination of approaches that will be catered to your individual needs. Give me a call, text, or email to see if we're a good fit!
Welcome! My name is Katherine Longley. I'm excited to work with you to build resources, develop skills, and assist you in taking any necessary steps toward achieving your goals. I work with teens and adults, and my style is relational, holistic, empathetic, and collaborative; I believe that you are the expert of your experience. I enjoy working to understand where you're coming from so that we can explore your roadblocks in life together. I use a combination of approaches that will be catered to your individual needs. Give me a call, text, or email to see if we're a good fit!
(719) 259-2459 View (719) 259-2459
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Randy A. Braley, PhD, LMFT
Psychologist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
I practice on behalf of children/adolescents and their families through parent-empowerment strategies. I use cognitive (thought based), behavioral approaches to correct unwanted conduct and/or attitudes in children/adolescents. I have extensive clinical experience in treating oppositional and defiant youth in a community, juvenile justice and hospital setting. I have been trained in intervention strategies for eating disordered teens and adults, from within their family systems. I focus on the individual and relational strenghths already in place to promote change.
I practice on behalf of children/adolescents and their families through parent-empowerment strategies. I use cognitive (thought based), behavioral approaches to correct unwanted conduct and/or attitudes in children/adolescents. I have extensive clinical experience in treating oppositional and defiant youth in a community, juvenile justice and hospital setting. I have been trained in intervention strategies for eating disordered teens and adults, from within their family systems. I focus on the individual and relational strenghths already in place to promote change.
(303) 900-7073 View (303) 900-7073
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Emily Althaus
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Integrating a relational, psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral approach, I address each client's individual needs.
As a licensed clinical psychologist I work with individuals and couples to create an individualized plan leading to self-discovery, fulfillment and greater authenticity. I work to create a safe relationship for clients to explore difficult aspects of their lives and to gain insight into recurring, self-defeating patterns. My practice focuses on helping each client to discover and build upon their innate strengths and ability to make positive changes.
Integrating a relational, psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral approach, I address each client's individual needs.
As a licensed clinical psychologist I work with individuals and couples to create an individualized plan leading to self-discovery, fulfillment and greater authenticity. I work to create a safe relationship for clients to explore difficult aspects of their lives and to gain insight into recurring, self-defeating patterns. My practice focuses on helping each client to discover and build upon their innate strengths and ability to make positive changes.
(720) 288-0982 View (720) 288-0982
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Jenna B Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lakewood, CO 80033
Hello! I’m so glad you’re here. I know it isn’t easy to look for a therapist, and it can even feel scary to take that beginning step of seeking therapy. Therapy is helpful for healing emotional and relational wounds, increasing self-awareness, building skills and resources, and increasing clarity when you are feeling stuck and things look hopeless. Therapy is also helpful when you just want to stretch yourself to grow beyond old patterns and what feels familiar but no longer brings you joy, or when the familiar is costing you too much. You are starting something courageous by choosing change, and you don't have to do it alone.
Hello! I’m so glad you’re here. I know it isn’t easy to look for a therapist, and it can even feel scary to take that beginning step of seeking therapy. Therapy is helpful for healing emotional and relational wounds, increasing self-awareness, building skills and resources, and increasing clarity when you are feeling stuck and things look hopeless. Therapy is also helpful when you just want to stretch yourself to grow beyond old patterns and what feels familiar but no longer brings you joy, or when the familiar is costing you too much. You are starting something courageous by choosing change, and you don't have to do it alone.
(720) 637-2139 View (720) 637-2139
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Kim Kelly
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Waitlist for new clients
I bring a relational approach in order to provide space for the creativity and bravery needed to explore parts of yourselves, build new skills, and move toward wellness.
You might be here if you're feeling disconnected from yourself and those around you, impacted by anxiety, stress, shame, or trauma. Or you might be a caregiver seeing the effects of those things on your loved ones. I am so glad you found your way here. I work with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing anxiety, behavior challenges, relational issues, parenting struggles, and those struggling to cope with current or past stress and trauma. I believe in the power of relationships to bring connection and healing, and my hope is to create space alongside you to support you in moving toward health and wholeness.
I bring a relational approach in order to provide space for the creativity and bravery needed to explore parts of yourselves, build new skills, and move toward wellness.
You might be here if you're feeling disconnected from yourself and those around you, impacted by anxiety, stress, shame, or trauma. Or you might be a caregiver seeing the effects of those things on your loved ones. I am so glad you found your way here. I work with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing anxiety, behavior challenges, relational issues, parenting struggles, and those struggling to cope with current or past stress and trauma. I believe in the power of relationships to bring connection and healing, and my hope is to create space alongside you to support you in moving toward health and wholeness.
(720) 650-2590 View (720) 650-2590
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Justin Landen
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, Justin, Landen, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
I take a client-centered and relational approach to therapy.
— Visit Justinlanden.com to learn more —Aren’t we all, in our unique way, searching to deepen our connection with self and others—to feel a sense of belonging, to be seen, heard, known, and loved? At times, when we feel distant from our self and others, naturally, we experience varying levels of fear, anxiety, sadness, and/or anger; this is the body’s way of letting us know that something isn’t quite right. Instead of pushing away from those signals I encourage my clients to welcome and befriend the challenging emotions. In this way, we can begin to feel more fully connected to all parts of ourselves and others.
I take a client-centered and relational approach to therapy.
— Visit Justinlanden.com to learn more —Aren’t we all, in our unique way, searching to deepen our connection with self and others—to feel a sense of belonging, to be seen, heard, known, and loved? At times, when we feel distant from our self and others, naturally, we experience varying levels of fear, anxiety, sadness, and/or anger; this is the body’s way of letting us know that something isn’t quite right. Instead of pushing away from those signals I encourage my clients to welcome and befriend the challenging emotions. In this way, we can begin to feel more fully connected to all parts of ourselves and others.
(720) 796-6815 View (720) 796-6815
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Sarah Suby-Long Kalantari
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
My background and training are based in systemic therapy and our work together will take into account your emotional, relational, and spiritual self, as well as draw on your existing strengths to direct the course of therapy.
If a major loss has left you overwhelmed, stuck, and unsure of the best path forward, I know how hard it can be to cope and get through day-to-day life. I offer a non-judgmental space to explore and feel through these life challenges, a place to reflect, and a place to slow down. I work with high-achieving and highly sensitive adults and couples who are struggling with the pain of grief, challenging life transitions, relationships, burnout, self-esteem, or confusion about what comes next in life. You’re not alone in feeling challenged by these very human experiences, and you deserve to navigate them with support all along the way.
My background and training are based in systemic therapy and our work together will take into account your emotional, relational, and spiritual self, as well as draw on your existing strengths to direct the course of therapy.
If a major loss has left you overwhelmed, stuck, and unsure of the best path forward, I know how hard it can be to cope and get through day-to-day life. I offer a non-judgmental space to explore and feel through these life challenges, a place to reflect, and a place to slow down. I work with high-achieving and highly sensitive adults and couples who are struggling with the pain of grief, challenging life transitions, relationships, burnout, self-esteem, or confusion about what comes next in life. You’re not alone in feeling challenged by these very human experiences, and you deserve to navigate them with support all along the way.
(720) 802-9624 View (720) 802-9624
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Paige Sutula
Marriage and Family Therapist Candidate, MA, MFTC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lakewood, CO 80033
Are you finding it challenging to navigate major changes in your life and relationships? I work with individuals and couples through a relational lens to restore connection and facilitate healing. From taking the next steps in your relationship, or wanting to break free of old patterns, change can feel very overwhelming, even if it's what we truly desire. I provide a safe space to explore the things that feel hard to talk about. My work with couples aims to strengthen the foundation of your relationship, by exploring the emotional, physical, and logistical barriers, so you are ready to handle whatever life throws at you next.
Are you finding it challenging to navigate major changes in your life and relationships? I work with individuals and couples through a relational lens to restore connection and facilitate healing. From taking the next steps in your relationship, or wanting to break free of old patterns, change can feel very overwhelming, even if it's what we truly desire. I provide a safe space to explore the things that feel hard to talk about. My work with couples aims to strengthen the foundation of your relationship, by exploring the emotional, physical, and logistical barriers, so you are ready to handle whatever life throws at you next.
(303) 479-3653 View (303) 479-3653
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Crystal Walters
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Not accepting new clients
When our relationships are stressful, we are not the best version of ourselves. This is why I focus on helping relationships develop greater connection, security, and trust, which I believe is the foundation to a healthy life. In sessions it is my goal to provide individuals and couples a calm environment where it is safe to explore feelings of hurt, fear, sadness, and worry. I use my understanding of relationship dynamics to help clients improve their emotional well-being and develop positive communication skills for lasting change.
When our relationships are stressful, we are not the best version of ourselves. This is why I focus on helping relationships develop greater connection, security, and trust, which I believe is the foundation to a healthy life. In sessions it is my goal to provide individuals and couples a calm environment where it is safe to explore feelings of hurt, fear, sadness, and worry. I use my understanding of relationship dynamics to help clients improve their emotional well-being and develop positive communication skills for lasting change.
(303) 578-6110 View (303) 578-6110
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Karla Marie Díaz Pacheco
LPC Intern
Verified Verified
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Do you notice patterns repeating themselves, not feeling met or seen in your struggles? Are you ready to cultivate a deeper understanding of yourself and foster healthier relationships? Do past burdens carry over into your present moment experience? Do you want to develop the ability to ensure confidence, clarity, and accurate communication of your experiences? Is there a sense of unfulfillment regarding the systems you are a part of?
Do you notice patterns repeating themselves, not feeling met or seen in your struggles? Are you ready to cultivate a deeper understanding of yourself and foster healthier relationships? Do past burdens carry over into your present moment experience? Do you want to develop the ability to ensure confidence, clarity, and accurate communication of your experiences? Is there a sense of unfulfillment regarding the systems you are a part of?
(720) 902-9761 View (720) 902-9761
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Jordyn Grote
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
I am passionate about helping people heal in their relationships. I have a passion for working with couples and families. I help couples increase communication, obtain conflict management skills, build trust, heal from infidelity, reignite passion and much more. I help families increase communication, process grief and loss, and increase connection. My work focuses on co-creating long-term solutions.
I am passionate about helping people heal in their relationships. I have a passion for working with couples and families. I help couples increase communication, obtain conflict management skills, build trust, heal from infidelity, reignite passion and much more. I help families increase communication, process grief and loss, and increase connection. My work focuses on co-creating long-term solutions.
(720) 743-6539 View (720) 743-6539
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Alissa Kammerling
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
More than likely you learned along the way that staying guarded or numb or that distracting yourself with substances or an overbooked schedule was easier than actually feeling difficult emotions. But now you’re coming to terms with the reality that avoidance is only making everything feel worse. It’s affecting your relationships, your health, your work, even your sense of self. It’s getting harder to manage every day.
More than likely you learned along the way that staying guarded or numb or that distracting yourself with substances or an overbooked schedule was easier than actually feeling difficult emotions. But now you’re coming to terms with the reality that avoidance is only making everything feel worse. It’s affecting your relationships, your health, your work, even your sense of self. It’s getting harder to manage every day.
(720) 640-4866 View (720) 640-4866
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Amy Pacheco
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CAS, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Whether you are new to therapy, have found yourself stuck in previous therapy or are somewhere in between, welcome! I work to support and nurture those experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD challenges, trauma, substance use, stress/burnout, life transitions, relationship issues, self esteem, or a lack of sense of self. Many of us have felt a sense of invalidation in our lives and currently struggle with reaching our goals or becoming their true potential selves. Through my 18 years working in the field, I've developed a style that is balanced between being validating and nurturing along with being direct and challenging.
Whether you are new to therapy, have found yourself stuck in previous therapy or are somewhere in between, welcome! I work to support and nurture those experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD challenges, trauma, substance use, stress/burnout, life transitions, relationship issues, self esteem, or a lack of sense of self. Many of us have felt a sense of invalidation in our lives and currently struggle with reaching our goals or becoming their true potential selves. Through my 18 years working in the field, I've developed a style that is balanced between being validating and nurturing along with being direct and challenging.
(720) 637-2337 View (720) 637-2337
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Relational Therapists

How does relational therapy work?

Relational therapy was developed by psychologist Jean Miller, whose ideas stressed that having strong connections with others encourages better health and well-being when compared with a lonely existence. Conversely, poor interpersonal relationships do not foster growth and learning. Relational therapy also encourages trust in others and patience with others, along with better communication and less conflict.

Is relational therapy evidence-based?

Relational therapy is not well-studied, and it may not be as effective in treating certain mental health conditions when compared with evidence-based treatments like cognitive behavioral or acceptance and commitment therapy. However, relational therapy uses techniques found in cognitive behavioral therapy as well as psychodynamic therapy, which are both well-studied with empirical research.

How long are people typically in relational therapy?

Clients may see improvement after a few weeks or months of therapy. Like cognitive behavioral therapy, relational therapy can reduce symptoms within 10 to 20 weeks, at 45 to 50 minutes once a week. But like any type of therapy, improvement depends on the person and the severity of the problem.

Does relational therapy work?

While no therapy type will work for everyone, some evidence suggests that this therapy can be effective. Relational therapy can help a person manage problematic relationships as well as the mental health conditions that accompany difficult relationships like depression or anxiety. This therapy type may offer benefits that are hard to measure but can be just as valuable—including feelings of higher self-worth or healthier connections with others.