Therapists in Denver, CO

I have a passion for walking alongside both Women and Men in areas such as Self-Esteem/Self-Worth and Identity, Communication, Boundaries, Anxiety or Stress Management, Personal Growth, and many more. My main specialties include Women's Issues, Self-Esteem/Self-Worth & Identity, and Faith-Cased Counseling.

Are you feeling over-whelmed, worried, stressed, confused, or conflicted within relationships to the point where it feels tough to manage everything by yourself? Are these feelings impacting your daily life, possibly causing you to struggle with how you see yourself and your choices? Oftentimes life's abundance of challenges and opportunities can interfere with our vision of ourselves and our lives. I'll work with you to develop a therapeutic plan to reach your goals and ultimately feel better and more confident now and in the future no matter what obstacles or distractions may arise.

I believe true connection and healing are possible, and that therapy holds the capacity for profound transformation. We'll work within a supportive and accepting environment navigating areas relating to belonging, past trauma, owning the strength of sensitivity and confidence in self expression. I specialize in supporting identities and interests such as high sensitivity, low self esteem and self worth, spirituality, codependency, childhood emotional neglect, addiction, adult children and siblings of substance users, life transitions, anxiety, depression, loneliness, and Bipolar disorder.

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 loud, and make space for a voice with a bit more kindness. Let's work together towards more self-trust, self-compassion and self-esteem.

Chances are if you are reading this you have reached a point in your life where you feel like you need additional support. I am here to help you navigate the difficulties that have started to impact your daily life and overall functioning. By working together, my hope is for you to begin to feel empowered and feel more in control. I will encourage and support you through difficult areas and help be a catalyst on your journey towards ultimate mental wealth. You are not alone. You are worthy. You are enough. I know this can be scary but you are capable. Together we can get you back to not only surviving but thriving.

Welcome! My passion is helping couples and individuals attain the life and relationships they desire. Couples: Are you tired of having the same arguments over and over? Feeling like your partner doesn’t listen to you? Appreciate you? See and hear you? Or feeling like what you do is never enough, and you can’t just relax and be yourself? If so…you are not alone! And I am here to help you so that you can regain the feelings of connection, trust, and intimacy that you desire. I will provide you with the skills and strategies to help you communicate more effectively, and replace blame and criticism with empathy and understanding.

Are you tired of feeling trapped by the shadows of your past, plagued by a lack of self-worth, or overwhelmed by social anxiety? You're not alone. Childhood trauma can cast a large shadow, affecting every aspect of your life and leaving you feeling stuck in patterns of fear and self-doubt. Social anxiety and low self-esteem can make it challenging to form meaningful connections, pursue your goals, and embrace your true self. But you don't have to let these challenges define your life. As a dedicated counselor specializing in treating these concerns, I provide a safe and nurturing space where you can embark on a journey of healing.

So many of us are feeling disconnected right now. And if you're struggling with a stressful life issue, it can feel especially painful. Even if it seems like no one understands, you don't have to deal with it alone. I can help you explore and process your unique life experiences. Painful experiences can hold us back, whether they are something currently happening in your life or something from your past or childhood. Often, much more is going on underneath the surface than we know. Together, we can find a way to help you find the peace you are searching for.

Have you felt like lately everything around you seems a little heavier? You are NOT alone in this feeling. If it hasn’t always felt very easy to ask for help, maybe now is the time you’re able to try something different. I see individual adults working through life transitions, trauma, anxiety and depression, building self-esteem, identity exploration, interpersonal relationships, and anything else that might be weighing them down.

We are all many different things. We have many different feelings. We have many different issues. And we address them (or not) in different ways. We are a handful, and sometimes we need someone else to help figure things out. Human beings have a great capacity for growth and change, and in working together we can find the best version of yourself to be more authentic, happy, peaceful and inspired. My approach is simple: get personal. With an eclectic academic and professional background, I am committed to helping people though a method specific to their needs.

Hi there! I'm the owner of Pollema Counseling Center, and I'm dedicated to fostering healing and promoting a culture of health and well-being in our community. I approach my work with compassion, intentionality, and directness. I believe people come to therapy to be challenged and encouraged to make change. I aim to create a secure therapeutic space for you to address challenges and promote mental health. I am a big advocate for therapy homework and often collaborate with my clients on unique ways to implement their therapeutic work.

I have over 10 years experience in the field of trauma with emphasis on sexual abuse, depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, interpersonal/relational conflict and life transitions. I received my BA and MA from Naropa University in Boulder, CO which has a philosophy rooted in the belief that all individuals have the tools within themselves to heal from even the most difficult of experiences. My therapeutic foundation is rooted in this same philosophy. My ideal client is anyone eager to reclaim who they truly are with curiosity, compassion and raw vulnerability. By discovering this inner truth, they are set free.

Counseling is a deeply personal experience, and it is important that you find the right counselor for your needs. If you are interested in learning about and understanding yourself more, motivated to make small changes where needed, and willing to put tools into practice, then we may be a good fit! Globally, we are living in some of the most challenging times we have ever experienced, I am here for you and here with you. If you think we might be a good fit, please don't hesitate to reach out to me to schedule a consultation.

A healthy sense of humor is just as much a bridge to another soul as it is a shield against the unbearable. My clients often laugh as much as they cry or express anger, and I think that's important in the business of healing. What do you want to heal? Is there something about your relationship with a loved one that feels uncomfortable or unsafe? Do you need a non-judgmental space to help you figure out what you want or who you are?

Emotional pain may feel unbearable, but there is hope and there is help. Suffering has meaning, and feelings offer guidance. Pain sends a signal where attention is needed. You have the power to change your life and create your happiness. I help individuals find meaning and guidance in their emotions, sharpen their preferences and focus, and create the authentic life that they desire. My clients feel safe to explore their experiences and desires, become empowered and learn skills to create their joyful life experiences on a solid foundation of intimate knowledge of their unique personal and cultural identities.

I am a License Clinical Social Worker who attained my master’s at Metro State College of Denver. I have worked with individuals and couples in a community based settings and in private practice setting. I have a passion working with individuals who are wanting to gain a better approach to their life while going through difficulties with transitions, relationship challenges, self-esteem issues, and/or life rediscoveries. I provide proactive couple’s therapy. I help couples communicate in the here and now how to relate to each other in more emotionally responsive ways.

Therapists in Group Practice taking new clients! Check our website www.discoverpeacewithin.com for therapist bios "Peace comes from within. Do not seek it without."-The Buddha. No matter what challenge, stress or trauma you may be facing, we believe that as a human being, you have access to a reservoir of strength, resiliency, and peace within you. Sometimes you are able to access that peace on your own or with the help of friends or family; yet, at other times, you could benefit from the support of a trusted therapist. As your therapist, we are here to offer genuine care for you and your process - to help you discover peace within.

Are you seeking to improve your relationship with yourself and others? Want to make positive shifts in your life and need further support? Struggle with feeling fulfilled and connected in our fast-paced world? Seeking a different, more holistic approach to treating mental health concerns, that takes into account your mind, body, and spirit? Looking to explore your sexuality or address sexuality-related concerns? Cope with chronic health issues or support someone who does? Want to cultivate more vulnerability and reduce feelings of shame? Just want a connective, introspective space to explore life's questions?

You may appear to have it all together to those around you, but internally you are struggling not to fall apart. You have a hard time balancing everything that is going on in your life and feel overwhelmed. Depression and anxiety are normal for you, but recently you feel they have been controlling your day to day. You're noticing patterns that you can't seem to break out of on your own. You know that it can get better, what you’ve been doing isn’t working. You’re tired of feeling stuck and you are motivated to learn how to love yourself, how to cope with daily struggles, and how to unlearn and change what you experienced growing up.