I understand how lonely and confusing it can be to navigate school, family expectations, pressures to perform, identity, and relationships. Feeling anxious about these pressures & unknowns is understandable. If you have also experienced trauma, grief/loss, or are managing anxiety or depression on top of this- it can sometimes feel like too much. I would be honored to support you in your process. I am trained in evidence based skills, somatic therapy approaches for working with your nervous syste...
We understand how hard it is to find help. Whether you’ve tried therapy many times before or you’re reaching out for the first time, our Boulder therapy team at the Center for Effective Treatment is here to support you. We provide compassionate guidance to assist individuals in reclaiming their lives, instilling the hope and confidence necessary to overcome what might seem impossible. We are passionate about helping people overcome difficult challenges, including trauma, complex trauma, addictio...
I am dedicated to working with people who want to get at the roots of their emotional distress and personal suffering. A collaborative therapeutic relationship is the single most important factor in therapeutic success. This relationship will be the keystone for facilitating your personal growth and understanding of yourself not just intellectually, but also emotionally. Over time, an internalized healing space will form where you can recover access to parts of your true self. Speaking freely wi...
Growing into yourself is not an easy process. This is the time you’re figuring out where you fit into the world – which career path to choose, which friends circle to keep, where to live, how to transform yourself into an independent adult… You’re making bigger decisions that have greater consequences and learning how to handle the repercussions of your actions. It makes sense for this time to be fraught with anxiety, depression, fear, and loneliness. Maybe you know that your partner isn’t...
Services Offered: Individual Psychotherapy About Me: Welcome! As an interpersonal therapist, my work is grounded in a compassionate, interpersonal approach that recognizes the powerful role of relationships and social contexts in shaping mental health. I help clients navigate interpersonal conflicts, life transitions, and emotional challenges, providing a supportive space that embraces diversity, honors individual identities, and is deeply informed by trauma-awareness. I am committed to o...
Our practice provides evaluation services and individual therapy. We believe that everyone deserves access to good mental health support. While college can often be fun, new, and exciting, it can also be a stressful and confusing time. We're here to help you with any part of that process that we can. Even if all you're looking for is someone you can talk to, please don't hesitate to give us a call or send us a message....
Hey, I’m Xandra. I help college students get clear on their academic path, work through difficult emotions, and feel more confident and grounded. Many of my clients come to me feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or unsure about their direction in life. Others struggle with perfectionism, burnout, or relationship challenges. I have 12+ years of experience as both a college career counselor and a professional counselor, so I can support you in many different ways—whether you’re feeling stuck in your ...
Sara Schechtman is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Colorado who has been practicing since 2005. She has a Masters in Social Work and Post Masters Training in Family Therapy. Sara provides creative problem solutions and a space for people to be authentically themselves. Outside of work, Sara enjoys singing, writing poems and short stories, studying spiritual topics, and listening to music....
Sue McCullough is a Licensed Clinicial Social Worker who has been practicing since 1999. She graduated from the University of Houston Graduate School of Social Work with a Master Degree in Social Work specializing in mental health. Sue believes in a client centered approach to treatment, adding empathy and humor to her approach. Her main areas of focus include complex trauma and dissociation, depression, anxiety, issues associated with trauma brain injury, and grief related issues. As Sue's husb...
Young adults feeling anxious, lost, or in family struggles often crave a safe space to express themselves openly. Therapy offers just that, along with tools to manage emotions, navigate confusing situations, and build confidence. Through therapeutic methods I can help you find clarity about your goals, build healthier relationships, and ultimately reach your full potential. It's incredibly rewarding to witness your growth and self-discovery as you overcome challenges and embrace your unique jour...
True Essence Therapy utilizes a combination of experiential (Somatic Therapy, Art Therapy, IFS) and evidence based therapies (DBT, CBT, EMDR Therapy) to support clients building confidence in their life & relationships. We are open to all, though specialize in LGBTQ+ services. We love supporting folks in trauma recovery, with anxiety, with relationship themes, gender identity exploration, in exploring spirituality that is right for them/or not at all, in how to work support their neurodivergence...
Making the choice to come to therapy is hard, so congratulations on taking the first step! My name is Lisa Wallace, and I'm here to help you figure out where you want to go from here. Whether your path on this journey is with me or someone else, I promise to support you as best I can. I believe we all have personal power we can tap into, foster, and utilize. Cultivating that personal agency can help us navigate, and potentially even thrive, in a world where we might not hold other types of po...
Annie Bomberg is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She graduated from the University of Denver with a master's degree in social work. She has been practicing psychotherapy since 2002 and has over 20 years of experience working in the hospice field. Annie sees clients from a holistic, strengths-based perspective. She uses a variety of modalities based on her clients' needs and preferences, including CBT, Mindfulness, Somatic Experiencing, Family Systems, Systemic Constellations, dreamwork, ACT, ...
"Resilience is based on being able to accept ambiguity and find hope amid uncertain conditions." This notion, shared by Dr. Pauline Boss, is one that is central to my clinical practice. We all have points in our lives when stress, change, or loss, may leave us feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or unsure of what lies ahead. The opportunity to warmly welcome clients into my office to re-gain their center, tap into internal resources, and nurture the development of new strategies is one I welcome ...
Feeling stressed and anxious? Worried about fitting in, getting good grades, disappointing other people? Therapy is a great place to learn how to manage these types of worries by learning more about yourself and the roots of these feelings. I offer culturally competent, trauma informed therapy for individuals and couples facing the every day struggles of being alive. I am a cis-gendered heterosexual Asian American woman. My pronouns are she/her. I use many modalities including EMDR, Brain...
Melissa Nelson is a Limited Professional Counselor in Colorado who has been practicing since 2021. She received her BS in Psychology, and a Master?s of Science in Clinical Counseling. Melissa works closely with her clients to meet their needs for their mental health, supporting them with the tools to maintain their needs and creating a safe place to process all of life?s difficult situations that can be overwhelming to do alone. Melissa often combines techniques from cognitive behavioral therap...
Dr. Ryan Brown is a Psychiatrist in Texas who has been practicing since 2020. Dr. Brown earned his Bachelor's degree in history from Southwestern University and his medical degree from The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. He completed a residency in general psychiatry at the University of North Carolina Medical Center and a fellowship in child and adolescent psychiatry at the University of Texas Dell Medical School. Dr. Brown has experience and specialization in the trea...
Psychotherapy invites you to delve inward to understand the intricacies of your behaviors and where they are rooted. The purpose is to create a brighter and better informed future. Life Coaching is a goal-oriented practice which helps to motivate clients in the betterment of their lives. I know we often think about reaching out for help and making an appointment long before we actually take action. Regardless of if you work with me or another therapist, know that you’re awesome for taking...
The challenges facing young adults in college are complex and numerous. I've developed a broad understanding of these kinds of issues throughout my years in private practice. Struggles with stress, anxiety, social issues, body image, issues around family and simply adulting are real and sometimes feel immense. However, I do believe the college years are a transformative time and these years can be an opportunity to become more self aware as well as an opportunity to be the person you want to be...
I offer in-person counseling sessions from a convenient Central Boulder location or Telehealth counseling. I have years of experience helping students with problems such as school and work-related stress, depression, anxiety, sleep problems, and relationship issues. I tailor therapy to meet your needs. This includes use of Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and other helpful approaches. I am nationally certified in Cognitive Behavior Therapy by the Beck Institute and the Academy of Cognitive and B...