Therapists for college students near Denver, CO
Emily Neilsen is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Colorado who has been practicing since 2021. She received her master's degree in 2021 and has been working in mental health since. Emily helps clients work through past traumas in a way that will decrease trauma responses and fully enjoy the present day. She enjoys working with adults who are looking to take an active role in their own mental health and healing. Her specialties include working with trauma, anxiety, depression, identi...
From a young age, I always had a passion for helping and supporting others. No matter your struggle, I see the human being in front of me, not a label or diagnosis. My vision for our work together is tailored to you and concentrates on your unique, individual needs. My office is a judgment-free zone, so let’s roll up our sleeves and finally talk about the things you've been carrying in silence. I not only accept all, I embrace all. I can’t wait to get started with you! My clinical backgrou...
Expect to cooperate in constructing personal goals that accurately reflect your personality and preferences and creating short- and long-term growth strategies. My focus is to develop in-depth understanding of your situation, and I work with you in creating a map of your experiences. Our sessions will include skill development, thought mapping, and rehearsing for real-life situations. My previous career history includes a five-year stint in the US Army as a religious affairs sergeant, outreach ...
I believe that every individual is worthy of a safe therapeutic space to process, grow and heal. I am an empathetic therapist who creates an opportunity for others to understand their emotions while equipping them with practical tools to cultivate new, healthier patterns of thinking and/or behavior. I am dedicated to helping you navigate life’s challenges whether it is related to personal growth, life changes, relationships, or trauma. I specialize in eating disorders, anxiety, OCD, trauma, s...
Allie aims to create a warm and welcoming environment where clients feel safe to be themselves and share their unique stories. She uses a trauma-informed, strengths-based approach in practice to connect with clients and support them as they navigate life’s highs and lows. As a Licensed Social Worker, she has experience working with children and adolescents experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, relational and identity challenges, and grief. She primarily uses Mindfulness Based Cognitive Behav...
As a licensed clinical social worker, I am passionate about helping adult and adolescent patients dismantle shame and live a joyful life as their fullest, most authentic selves. My therapeutic approach is rooted in Health At Every Size (HAES) and social justice-aligned principles, with a focus on those struggling with eating disorders, trauma/PTSD, and anxiety, as well as specialty work with LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent, and Jewish-identifying clients. No matter the struggle, I view each patient ...
Meegan Urbanek, LPC, LAC is a Licensed Professional Counselor Licensed Addiction Counselor who has been practicing for over fourteen years. She graduated from the University of Wyoming with a Master's degree in Counseling. She has post graduate training in EMDR and is a Certified Daring Way Facilitator. Meegan works from a Client Centered and Harm Reduction approach. She uses a variety of treatment techniques from Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused, Greif work, Trauma Informed Care, and...
"My partner and I can’t seem to get on the same page about how to respond to our child’s behaviors"..."My fears are keeping me from doing what I enjoy and seeing people I love"..."My family feels disconnected"..."I am always focused on others. There’s no space for me"..."I seek out distractions to numb my feelings and quiet my thoughts"...I hear you, and you are not alone. Let’s explore your story together to find the places where taking small steps can lead to greater connection with yourself a...
Denise Widner, a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate (LPCC) at LifeStance Health, is dedicated to helping clients across Colorado gain insight into their unique challenges and find effective solutions. With a compassionate and expert approach, Denise provides support to individuals dealing with deep emotional traumas, depression, anxiety, chronic illness, and significant life transitions. She creates a safe and nurturing environment where clients can explore their struggles and work toward...
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I help people whose mood, trauma, anxiety, depression and intrusive thoughts are controlling their lives learn to cope and feel in control again. Seeking therapy can be a scary step, but I'm excited to say that you don’t have to manage life's difficulties alone. In therapy, I will support you in learning what your body is communicating through sadness, panic, insecurity, grief, and hopelessness. We can explore a variety of ways to process, as well as coping skills that match your life and who yo...
Maria Esswein is a Licensed Professional Counselor, who has been practicing since August 2015. She graduated from The University of Missouri-St. Louis with a Master of Education in School Counseling. Maria believes in meeting client's where they're at, seeking to understand each individual holistically, including their backgrounds and they strengths they already possess to proivde an individualized approach. Through establishing a strong alliance, she partners with her clients to explore and add...
I work with you to uncover the stressors, causes of discomfort, and distractions that lead to a sense of disempowerment and further act as barriers to unlocking your potential in all areas of life. Within every session, I seek to engage our time together through non-judgmental interactions. I also collaborate with you to help you develop a present moment focus on what's important and empower you to optimize as well as tap into your core motivators that inspire purpose, direction, and motivation....
Brynn is a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) with experience providing trauma-informed care to individuals across the lifespan. She holds a Master of Social Work from Colorado State University with an advanced clinical behavioral health certification and has dedicated her career to helping others grow and heal. Brynn believes in a collaborative, strengths-based approach, tailoring treatment to each client’s unique needs. She integrates a variety of evidence-based modalities, including Eye Movemen...
Do you often feel overwhelmed by life’s demands? Do you find it difficult to be fully present in the moment? Do you worry about the uncertainties of the future? If you answered yes to any of these questions, I may be able to help you. You deserve to be able to enjoy your life- not feel trapped by it. Finding the tools to navigate anxiety, depression, or trauma may not be easy, but it is a rewarding process that you do not have to go through alone. Whether you are struggling with self-esteem, e...
Stephanie Johnson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and National Certified Counselor (NCC), who has been practicing since 2017. She holds an undergraduate degree in Psychology and graduated from The University of North Texas with a master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Stephanie believes in meeting clients with genuineness, unconditional positive regard, and empathy from their first meeting to their last. She encourages clients to find their own voice, reconnect with the...
I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 12 years of experience working with teens, young adults, trauma, relationships and eating disorders. I’m also a clinical supervisor and the founder of True Self Therapy group practice I pride myself in being both extremely knowledgeable and down-to-earth. I’m relatable, humorous, and definitely not an uptight therapist. I truly believe that therapy can be an enjoyable part of your day. I look forward to meeting with you and supporting you o...
“I am stuck in negative thoughts.” “I have difficulty making sense of or finding my purpose in life.” “My thoughts and emotions control my life.” “I do not feel good enough.” I am happy to support you through struggles with depression, anxiety, emotional regulation, trauma, work/life balance, and other important areas. I believe that everyone has the potential to live as their authentic selves. I offer scientific, evidence-based techniques from person-centered, strengths-based, somatic psycho...
Will Giddings, PsyD, is a licensed clinical psychologist at LifeStance Health, dedicated to serving individuals, couples, and families throughout Colorado. He employs a compassion-focused, behavior analytic approach to help clients discover what makes their lives truly meaningful. By guiding clients to identify their core values, Will empowers them to live authentically and purposefully, creating a sense of freedom and fulfillment. Will is particularly passionate about working with clients exper...
Hi there, and welcome! Are you looking for a personalized touch to therapy? A therapist with experience, expertise, but doesn't feel "stuffy" or unrelatable? Then we're the perfect fit! We pride our team on being professional, relatable, warm, knowledgable, down to earth, educated, and applying research based change for our clients. Our group practice specializes in trauma, EMDR, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, PTSD, relational issues, and more. Therapists at True Self Therapy work wi...