Currently accepting In-person and virtual appointments. I am a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner practicing in Boulder CO. My focus has been in college mental health and see patients from the beginning of undergrad through the end of their PHD. I strive to provide collaborative and patient focused care for my clients. Please reach out via e-mail or visit our website to set up an appointment. I look forward to meeting you!...
Challenges are essential to growth. We all face challenges. The various challenges, crises, traumas we all inevitably encounter can create anxiety, depression, and disconnection. Unfortunately, labels and diagnoses can stop you from seeing that you are okay. As you are. Your felt experiences of hurt, when processed deeply, actually lead to self-discovery. Seeking help doesn’t mean that anything is necessarily wrong. In fact, expertise can guide you through these moments safely. Through somatic h...
I am a licensed professional counselor and a licensed addiction counselor who specializes in: Trauma - I work with people who have experienced long term childhood or acute trauma, and suffer from ongoing PTSD, anxiety and/or depression, to help them heal. Substance abuse recovery - Guiding people with addiction and their families through the recovery process, I use 12-step facilitation and other modalities to help addicts build the resources they need for sobriety. LGBTQ+ affirmative thera...
My journey into the world of mental health services has come through my own struggles with adoption trauma, addiction, and long-term depression. Such conditions have made me an avid researcher of the human mind and heart, and a passionate experimenter of the means by which we transform both. This research and experimentation has (thankfully) fine-tuned my relationship skills and made me fluent in many languages of internal exploration. The most impactful of all of these have been the practic...
Feeling "not good enough"? Like no mater how hard you try, you still feel "inadequate"? You don't have to internalize this damaging societal programming. It seems to bombard us from all directions: social media, in-groups at school, family, professors, society at large. Together we'll work to replace this narrative with one of innate worthiness, internal strength, emotional intelligence, enhanced well being, and more fulfilling relationships. In addition to traditional talk therapy, we'll use...
My goal is to help you address the deep underlying issues that keep you stuck. I specialize in supporting my clients to heal from anxiety, grief and relationship issues and trauma so that they can live rich, fulfilling lives. I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Practitioner of Psychodrama, Sociometry and Group Psychotherapy based in Boulder, Colorado. For over 10 years, I have helped thousands of clients like you through groups using psychodrama, sociometry and group psychoth...
Becoming an adult is incredibly exciting but can also be extremely challenging and down right terrifying. Rather it be trauma, anxiety, depression or something else that has carried over from pre college or something new that is happening in college, I can help support. From exploring coping mechanisms, managing your every evolving scheduling, navigating stressors and anxiety or processing past trauma and beginning those steps to healing I will tailor your sessions to you and ensure that you ar...
Are you struggling emotionally, socially or academically? Are you motivated to improve your life? Are you interested in cutting-edge technique? Are you wanting someone who is relatable and gets the challenges that young people face? Are you wanting to sort out what is really happening for you and feel empowered to do something about it? If so, contact me, Ryan Dawson, for a complimentary consult....
Life can be really dang hard at times—together we can focus on personal growth, healing, and increasing the quality of your experience. Our relationships and environments are core to who we are. Fortunately, therapy is a tried and true way to empower our mental health, wellness, and growth. I am here to connect with and understand your unique circumstances so that we can safely navigate any challenges that arise. With a foundation of psychodynamic therapy, my theoretical framework includes em...
I have significant experience working with clients all over the world. I have worked with orphans in Mexico that were survivors of significant trauma and abuse and in Colombia with a group of displaced women, survivors of war. My therapeutic focus centers on the integration of the body and the mind in order to help my clients flourish. I am passionate about offering clients the opportunity to strengthen the gifts they have, and thrive. I work with college students from diverse backgrounds - tho...
Whether you're navigating a new environment, exploring your identity, recovering from trauma, working on interpersonal relationships, or seeking inner peace, Margarita is here to provide the guidance and support you need. With a strong emphasis on active listening, validating thoughts and emotions, and offering genuine reflection, Margarita creates a therapeutic environment that is supportive and comforting. She understands the importance of fostering a safe space where clients can freely expres...
Psychotherapy is a window for self-discovery. For me, this process centers around the therapeutic relationship. In collaboration, I can help you better understand historical patterns, with yourself and others, while creating a contained, consistent, and reparative relational experience. Through this exploration, we look beyond what exists on the surface to understand and address the root causes of challenging thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. This is how we can live our most authentic lives. ...
Do your emotions feel over-sized and out of control? Do you feel isolated or misunderstood? Does it feel like part of you is holding back? Whether you're struggling with stress, exploring your identity, or navigating a difficult life transition, you deserve a therapy space that feels safe, inclusive and affirming. I utilize a trauma-informed, evidence based, and holistic approach to therapy. I am passionate about supporting clients with the life-long process of self-discovery, healing, and e...
Welcome! I specialize in working with anxiety, relationship concerns, and eating/body image issues. College can be a whirlwind of new experiences, freedoms, and responsibilities. It's very common that in the overwhelm of managing it all, anxiety around life, relationships, and food becomes a way to cope. If you're struggling with this, you don't have to do it all alone-- finding a therapist you like and trust can change everything. I am trained in somatic therapy, which means that I guide ...
Sometimes words don't cut it. Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or seeking a safe space to explore your inner world? Art therapy uses tools that take traditional talk therapy to the next level by giving you an embodied experience. The heart of my practice is believing people are their own experts. You are the ONLY you with your exact values, experiences, routines, heartaches, and desires. I want you to feel seen, foster a deeper understanding of your journey, and find answers and solace throug...
Clients who I work best with want to know something about themselves. They may be suffering with any number of symptoms, but also have a curiousity. Maybe there is a sense of something still to be discovered. Through my work with talk therapy and World Building, an open creative somatic therapy, the unknown can be known, felt and talked about. Not sure if this approach is for you feel free to try a demo session and decide for yourself if the tools will be useful....
I have 28 years of working with adolescents and young adults. My approach to therapy is founded in the value of the therapeutic relationship. It is very important my clients feel heard and validated with a sense of security as they explore their experiences of both suffering and success. I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), an evidenced based psychotherapy treatment to help improve communication with others, reduce fears and phobias, interrupt thoughts that lead to addictive or othe...
My office is just a short walk from CU-Boulder's campus. I work with all kinds of clients in all kinds of configurations. I meet with individuals, couples, and families, and I like to work with clients across time. I am eager to have conversations with you as you sort through complicated feelings, try out new ways of being, or just get to be vulnerable for a bit. I will help you gain a more profound understanding of your experience, a deeper connection with self and others, and a recognition of ...
Our outpatient program utilizes a comprehensive approach that combines group and individual therapy with mentoring and community immersion to help our participants build rewarding and fulfilling lives. We individualize your treatment to meet your specific needs. Whether you're looking for support through counseling or by seeing one of our skilled medication providers, we're here for you! Call us today to begin your journey to wellness!...
Change is hard! Staying stuck is harder. Psychotherapy can help you get back to feeling good about yourself, your relationships, or gain clarity about your life goals. We all struggle sometimes with life’s challenges, and we learn to handle them in many ways. If we’re lucky, we find helpful coping strategies, but sometimes what we’ve learned to do to manage stress stops working for us. Usually, that is the time when people decide to try therapy: when they are unable to find their way out of rigi...