Therapists for college students near Denver, CO
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Hey there! I am so glad you're here. When I was growing up, I quickly learned that there were few places I could be truly myself and accepted just as I am. As a therapist, I've discovered many of us share that same story. We learn to conform and perform in response to the pressure of our world telling us who to be, and we are left confused, ashamed, and exhausted when it becomes too much to maintain as adults. In my work with clients, I offer space for you to be exactly who you are, wherever you...
Do you feel more anxious or worried lately? Perhaps a bit out of balance or burnt out? Has life thrown you a curve ball? Are you burdened with care of others – putting their needs ahead of yours. Maybe life feels especially heavy or unsettling right now, and it’s getting hard to hold it all together. It doesn’t have to be this way. You can live a more balanced and fulfilling life. I specialize in trauma, secondary trauma, stress & anxiety, major life transitions, and grief & loss. When life f...
Hi! I understand that asking for help is difficult. Sometimes we need someone who truly wants to listen and be there for us. I believe that having someone in your corner to both validate and challenge you is essential to personal growth. I will help guide you through this process of self-discovery - piecing together the mosaic of your life in a way that can serve as a window to your past and a guide to your future. Maybe you feel like you're not in the driver's seat of your life anymore. Or y...
“I have no sense of direction.” “I feel like my feelings are a burden to others.” “I am overwhelmed by the changes occurring in my life.” I hear you. Distress often arises when we are unable to show up authentically or cope with change. Therapy can empower you to be present in the most important areas of life. I specialize in anxiety & depression, relationships, and grief. Therapy is an act of collaboration through which we can meet your needs and achieve your goals. I employ a person-centere...
As a Psychiatric PA-C and ADHD coach, trained by the renowned Dr. William Dodson, I am the perfect partner to help you harness your ADHD and quickly overcome any other obstacles you may face in college. ADHD and other psychiatric struggles lead to underperformance in many arenas of life, and my purpose is to help you become the very best version of yourself possible. From that place, you can think and perform at your very best, and CREATE the most rewarding future for yourself. Replace procra...
If you are currently feeling overwhelmed and experiencing anxiety or have had a traumatic experience, I am here to help. I know it can be bothersome and difficult to focus when you are attempting to study and your mind will not stop running or your heart is racing. Perhaps you are entering a new environment where you do not feel as though you fit in. I can help you learn skills to navigate your worries and any barriers impairing you from reaching your goals and living the life you hope for. Plea...
“I feel overwhelmed all the time.” “I want to find motivation again.” "I need to take better care of myself." “I can feel my child struggling and don’t know how to help.” If you relate to any of these statements, let's work through this together. I have experience helping clients of various ages navigate the challenges of anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, body image, substance use, and stress management. We will create a personalized mindfulness strategy and use tools from Cognit...
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If you are open to deeper exploration, reconnecting to your authentic self, and challenging problematic patterns of thinking/behaviors, then I can provide a safe space for you. Making the decision to start therapy can often feel daunting and part of the work may revolve around confronting those fears. I ascribe to a psychodynamic approach that allows me to focus on you as a whole, not just your presenting concerns.Together, we can work towards identifying and exploring the barriers to growth and...
We are a team of dedicated queer therapists, who are passionate about serving our queer communities in Denver and across Colorado. We offer individualized and inclusive therapy for LGBTQ+ individuals, allies, teens, and couples of all genders....
I am passionate about supporting individuals navigating the complexities of growth challenges, emerging adulthood, women's issues, relationship challenges and sexuality. Life's transitions can be overwhelming, and I understand the weight that depression and anxiety can place on your journey. My goal is to help you live your most fulfilling life, embracing your unique strengths. My therapeutic approach is grounded in a person-centered approach. I am currently an intern, diligently working towards...
Are you your own worst critic? You are the first one to point out your faults, and a part of you continues to feel like you’re not doing enough. Do you put the needs of others before your own - feeling that sick-to-your-stomach guilt when saying “no”? Do you find yourself escaping in work, hobbies, and relationships to avoid sitting with your thoughts and feelings? If these feel familiar, I am with you, and I would love to be a support for you. Let’s quiet that inner critic that can be so very l...
“I’m so overwhelmed” …“I don’t know how to maintain my friendships or relationships”…“I don’t know how to accept life’s changes” If these statements sound familiar to you, I’m here to help. Choosing to attend therapy can feel like a big step, but it’s one you’re not taking alone. You are the expert in your life, and I’m here to help you find the best tools you have to face them. I come from a courage and strengths-based perspective while focusing on understanding you and your challenges. I am ...
As a licensed psychologist, I provide therapy services across the lifespan. Viewing my role in clients' lives as a privilege, I approach my work with warmth, candor, and a genuine belief in one's potential for growth. A bit about my approach to therapy: Our difficulties often stem from longstanding patterns of relating to ourselves and others that are no longer serving us. Through greater awareness of these patterns and our internal emotional world, we are better able to cope and connect. I ...
As a marriage and family therapist candidate, I help diverse populations, including individuals, families, and couples, navigate relationship challenges, trauma, addiction, self-esteem, and emotional struggles. My style is warm and engaging, utilizing an integrative, humanistic, and emotionally focused approach to support you in understanding patterns, building resilience, and creating healthier ways of relating to yourself and others. I’m passionate about the belief that healing happens thro...
My approach to this work is open, honest, and transparent. I will work collaboratively with you to create a safe and trusting space so that you can feel heard, supported and understood in a way that encourages you to process your experiences at your own pace. This is your journey and you deserve to feel empowered and confident in the now, AND as you embark on your future. Being a young person in this world is tough enough and having space to process your world view and navigating a new level of ...
Do you find yourself struggling with anxiety, relationship challenges, addiction, or the impacts of trauma? I am a licensed therapist and addiction counselor dedicated to providing support to women and LGBTQ+ individuals, offering a safe, inclusive, and affirming space where clients can explore their experiences, identities, and mental health. With an understanding of the unique challenges faced by these groups, I am committed to empowering clients to live authentically and work through any obst...
Hi, I’m Joanna Lester—founder of First Circle Therapy, a Colorado-based virtual practice. I specialize in working with college and grad students who are thoughtful, creative, and sensitive—but overwhelmed by the pressure to keep it all together. If you're juggling deadlines, relationships, family expectations, and big questions about who you're becoming, you might feel anxious, unmotivated, burned out, or just not yourself. You’re not alone—and therapy can be a space to slow down, breathe, an...