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Virginia (Gini) Gardner
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80210
Some of the issues I work with most frequently are depression, self-esteem, anxiety, obstacles to relationships including family of origin issues, emotional eating, life transitions and workplace difficulties.
Do you find that you and your partner can't seem to communicate? Are fighting too much? Just aren't feeling close to one another? I specialize in working with such couples. If you're committed to your relationship and willing to work hard, I can help you break the negative patterns of interaction causing your distress and create new patterns enabling you to be more loving, compassionate and emotionally engaged with one another. I'm an experienced practitioner of Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples (EFT), which has been validated as highly effective for improving relationships.
Some of the issues I work with most frequently are depression, self-esteem, anxiety, obstacles to relationships including family of origin issues, emotional eating, life transitions and workplace difficulties.
Do you find that you and your partner can't seem to communicate? Are fighting too much? Just aren't feeling close to one another? I specialize in working with such couples. If you're committed to your relationship and willing to work hard, I can help you break the negative patterns of interaction causing your distress and create new patterns enabling you to be more loving, compassionate and emotionally engaged with one another. I'm an experienced practitioner of Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples (EFT), which has been validated as highly effective for improving relationships.
(720) 513-2332 View (720) 513-2332
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Carol Mascarenhas Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80210  (Online Only)
I enjoy being a Marriage and Family Therapist because it examines the influences throughout a person's life that have made them who they are rather than jumping to any conclusions about them.
As first generation to Indian parents, I saw my parents struggle with cultural differences. They were raised with similar upbringings; however, their beliefs about relationships were starkly different. I never witnessed them talking about their struggles, but rather, they seemed to view their relationship as what was to be expected. Witnessing this relationship dynamic taught me the importance of bringing differences to the forefront. We get so many messages about who we are supposed to be from family, friends, and society. Relationships bring two people with multi-faceted identities together, therefore, it's only natural for relationship issues to arise.
I enjoy being a Marriage and Family Therapist because it examines the influences throughout a person's life that have made them who they are rather than jumping to any conclusions about them.
As first generation to Indian parents, I saw my parents struggle with cultural differences. They were raised with similar upbringings; however, their beliefs about relationships were starkly different. I never witnessed them talking about their struggles, but rather, they seemed to view their relationship as what was to be expected. Witnessing this relationship dynamic taught me the importance of bringing differences to the forefront. We get so many messages about who we are supposed to be from family, friends, and society. Relationships bring two people with multi-faceted identities together, therefore, it's only natural for relationship issues to arise.
(720) 735-0134 View (720) 735-0134
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Candace Harris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80210
My work is at heart solution focused, looking at the whole person in the context of family, social life and work or school.
To lose faith in yourself, the future, the healing force of the human spirit is a terrible tragedy. In my work with adolescents and adults, our task is to re-ignite that vital life force. Through reexamining the past we remove old blocks, make sense of today's issues and work through self-destructive patterns. My training in Humanistic Psychotherapy and Jungian studies,EMDR, Family Systems Theory and Focusing enable me to draw from a wide range of interventions and interpretations. I also have worked extensively in the realm of addictions and eating disorders using a 12 step model.
My work is at heart solution focused, looking at the whole person in the context of family, social life and work or school.
To lose faith in yourself, the future, the healing force of the human spirit is a terrible tragedy. In my work with adolescents and adults, our task is to re-ignite that vital life force. Through reexamining the past we remove old blocks, make sense of today's issues and work through self-destructive patterns. My training in Humanistic Psychotherapy and Jungian studies,EMDR, Family Systems Theory and Focusing enable me to draw from a wide range of interventions and interpretations. I also have worked extensively in the realm of addictions and eating disorders using a 12 step model.
(303) 900-5908 View (303) 900-5908
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Laurie Meadows
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80210
In addition to my graduate schooling and 20 years of practice experience, I've participated in extensive training at the Philadelphia Child & Family Therapy Training Center.
I see psychotherapy as a very essential tool for addressing difficulties, building skills, and honing strengths so that you can be your fullest self. Let's face it! Life can get complicated! It can be difficult to stay the course with all the pushes and pulls of our everyday existence. I'm experienced in helping with those everyday struggles as well as with the once-in-a lifetime events that we all experience.
In addition to my graduate schooling and 20 years of practice experience, I've participated in extensive training at the Philadelphia Child & Family Therapy Training Center.
I see psychotherapy as a very essential tool for addressing difficulties, building skills, and honing strengths so that you can be your fullest self. Let's face it! Life can get complicated! It can be difficult to stay the course with all the pushes and pulls of our everyday existence. I'm experienced in helping with those everyday struggles as well as with the once-in-a lifetime events that we all experience.
(720) 613-9507 View (720) 613-9507
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Phebe Davis
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MA, LPCC, NCC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80210
I work with kids, t(w)eens, and young adults experiencing anxiety, depression, grief/loss, life adjustments/transitions (relationships, career/work, school), body image, identity/self-esteem, LGBTQIA+ issues, and self-harm. I prioritize meeting every client and family where they are in order to formulate an individualized treatment plan that works best for you.
I work with kids, t(w)eens, and young adults experiencing anxiety, depression, grief/loss, life adjustments/transitions (relationships, career/work, school), body image, identity/self-esteem, LGBTQIA+ issues, and self-harm. I prioritize meeting every client and family where they are in order to formulate an individualized treatment plan that works best for you.
(720) 358-8744 View (720) 358-8744
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Brooke R Tangen Huus
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA, LAC, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80210
Over the last 13 plus years I have specialized in treating clients struggling with substance use and trauma. I have spent the majority of my career working in treatment facilities that address substance use whether they were residential, extended care or outpatient and I enjoy working with those who report concerns related to their use of a substance(s) and report other "underlying concerns" such as a history of trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, etc. I've been trained in EMDR and spent several years working with young adults, women, and even professionals. Codependency and family work is also an area of expertise of mine.
Over the last 13 plus years I have specialized in treating clients struggling with substance use and trauma. I have spent the majority of my career working in treatment facilities that address substance use whether they were residential, extended care or outpatient and I enjoy working with those who report concerns related to their use of a substance(s) and report other "underlying concerns" such as a history of trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, etc. I've been trained in EMDR and spent several years working with young adults, women, and even professionals. Codependency and family work is also an area of expertise of mine.
(720) 571-4623 View (720) 571-4623
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Lynda Spann
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80210
Are you tired of being stuck in a relationship pattern that's causing you pain? I can help! Perhaps you're struggling with a relationship with either a partner, family member, friend, or even yourself, and you just want to feel at peace and happy again. You may be trying to decide whether to stay in a relationship or end it for good. Or you might need help figuring out what's holding you back from going for the relationship of your dreams. I can help you find solutions to your relationship problems.
Are you tired of being stuck in a relationship pattern that's causing you pain? I can help! Perhaps you're struggling with a relationship with either a partner, family member, friend, or even yourself, and you just want to feel at peace and happy again. You may be trying to decide whether to stay in a relationship or end it for good. Or you might need help figuring out what's holding you back from going for the relationship of your dreams. I can help you find solutions to your relationship problems.
(720) 513-1959 View (720) 513-1959
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Georgia Hitchcock
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CACIII
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80210
I'm also certified as a Marriage and Family Therapist, Addiction Counselor, and EMDR Therapist.
Do you feel overwhelmed? Are relationships frustrating? Are your kids driving you nuts? Are you having difficulty adjusting to changes in your life? Are you depressed, anxious or fearful?
I'm also certified as a Marriage and Family Therapist, Addiction Counselor, and EMDR Therapist.
Do you feel overwhelmed? Are relationships frustrating? Are your kids driving you nuts? Are you having difficulty adjusting to changes in your life? Are you depressed, anxious or fearful?
(303) 816-8159 View (303) 816-8159
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Lisa Talucci
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ATR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80210
My approach is to help people recover from anxiety, trauma, PTSD, depression, grief and loss, eating disorders, adoption issues, perfectionism, difficult family relationship dynamics and feeling "not enough" no matter how hard you try. I know that taking the first step is big, and you've probably already been working really hard to manage things yourself. Let's work together in a productive way and get your life going in the direction that you want. Contact me for a free 15 minute consultation to discuss what you need.
My approach is to help people recover from anxiety, trauma, PTSD, depression, grief and loss, eating disorders, adoption issues, perfectionism, difficult family relationship dynamics and feeling "not enough" no matter how hard you try. I know that taking the first step is big, and you've probably already been working really hard to manage things yourself. Let's work together in a productive way and get your life going in the direction that you want. Contact me for a free 15 minute consultation to discuss what you need.
(303) 963-9161 View (303) 963-9161
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Marissa Lindgren
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80210
If you are feeling dissatisfied in your relationships or if you are feeling stuck adjusting to changes, we will work together to find hope in your life and growth towards your goals. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I provide a safe and respectful space for you to freely share your thoughts and feelings. I seek to be trauma-informed and culturally responsive and welcome couples, families and individuals from all backgrounds and stages of healing. We will identify the strengths of your identity, personality and community to help you experience the solutions and changes you are seeking.
If you are feeling dissatisfied in your relationships or if you are feeling stuck adjusting to changes, we will work together to find hope in your life and growth towards your goals. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I provide a safe and respectful space for you to freely share your thoughts and feelings. I seek to be trauma-informed and culturally responsive and welcome couples, families and individuals from all backgrounds and stages of healing. We will identify the strengths of your identity, personality and community to help you experience the solutions and changes you are seeking.
(720) 438-4994 View (720) 438-4994
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Kevin Jessup
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFTC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80210
As a therapist, my job is to create a space where individuals and relationships can engage in meaning self-exploration, develop effective strategies to overcome obstacles, and continuously grow into a person you are proud of. I have experience working with adolescents (15 and older), adults, couples, and family systems. My expertise is with trauma, PTSD, identity development, depression, anxiety, and relationship issues. My name is Kevin (he/him) and I want to hear your story, help you grow, challenge you, and celebrate your success.
As a therapist, my job is to create a space where individuals and relationships can engage in meaning self-exploration, develop effective strategies to overcome obstacles, and continuously grow into a person you are proud of. I have experience working with adolescents (15 and older), adults, couples, and family systems. My expertise is with trauma, PTSD, identity development, depression, anxiety, and relationship issues. My name is Kevin (he/him) and I want to hear your story, help you grow, challenge you, and celebrate your success.
(720) 764-9332 View (720) 764-9332
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Jessica Bloomfield
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80210
I offer a free 15-minute phone consultation to help you determine if I am the right fit for you or your family member and am always happy to offer referrals to other clinicians within my practice and the mental health community.
Whether you are a parent seeking help for your child or teen or an individual looking for therapy for yourself, I know that finding a therapist can be a scary and daunting task. My small group practice includes clinicians with a range of specialties. I personally work with clients ages ten through adulthood dealing with various issues including trauma, anxiety, depression, mood instability, and insomnia. While I work with clients of various ages, I specialize in treating adolescents, helping them navigate their growing independence successfully while maintaining healthy relationships with family members, friends, and themselves.
I offer a free 15-minute phone consultation to help you determine if I am the right fit for you or your family member and am always happy to offer referrals to other clinicians within my practice and the mental health community.
Whether you are a parent seeking help for your child or teen or an individual looking for therapy for yourself, I know that finding a therapist can be a scary and daunting task. My small group practice includes clinicians with a range of specialties. I personally work with clients ages ten through adulthood dealing with various issues including trauma, anxiety, depression, mood instability, and insomnia. While I work with clients of various ages, I specialize in treating adolescents, helping them navigate their growing independence successfully while maintaining healthy relationships with family members, friends, and themselves.
(720) 460-0543 View (720) 460-0543
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Zach Van Eps
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, EMDR
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80210
Zach received a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Calvin College in Grand Rapids, Michigan and a Master's Degree in Counseling with a focus on couples and family therapy from the University of Colorado Denver.
Would you like to take control of your life? Are you looking for a happy and more fulfilling marriage? Would you like to gain freedom over past trauma? Zach Van Eps, MA, LPC, NCC aims to help people find relief from past traumas, healing in damaged relationships, and hope for a better future.
Zach received a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Calvin College in Grand Rapids, Michigan and a Master's Degree in Counseling with a focus on couples and family therapy from the University of Colorado Denver.
Would you like to take control of your life? Are you looking for a happy and more fulfilling marriage? Would you like to gain freedom over past trauma? Zach Van Eps, MA, LPC, NCC aims to help people find relief from past traumas, healing in damaged relationships, and hope for a better future.
(303) 963-9771 View (303) 963-9771
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Esme F Yarnell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80210  (Online Only)
I use Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, mindfulness skills, and animal-assisted interventions with clients, while also focusing on individual and family strengths/supports.
As a queer counselor, I look to empower clients to love and embrace their authentic selves. I work collaboratively with clients to develop a plan to manage challenges, make changes, and build skills. I am trained in both CBT and EMDR and use these modalities in coordination with mind-body practices with individuals 12 years of age and up to make long-lasting changes. Additionally, I provide one-time evaluations for GAC (gender-affirming care) and ESA (emotional support animal) letters.
I use Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, mindfulness skills, and animal-assisted interventions with clients, while also focusing on individual and family strengths/supports.
As a queer counselor, I look to empower clients to love and embrace their authentic selves. I work collaboratively with clients to develop a plan to manage challenges, make changes, and build skills. I am trained in both CBT and EMDR and use these modalities in coordination with mind-body practices with individuals 12 years of age and up to make long-lasting changes. Additionally, I provide one-time evaluations for GAC (gender-affirming care) and ESA (emotional support animal) letters.
(720) 330-3682 View (720) 330-3682
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Colleen Mann-Buxton
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ATR-P
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80210
I am trained in Family-Based Treatment (FBT) and Emotion-Focused Family Therapy (EFFT) to support the whole family system that is often necessary for eating disorder recovery.
By centering personal values and a self-compassion practice, I work to help my clients reconnect to their inner compass and move towards what they truly want. I approach therapy through a relational lens informed by attachment theory, though utilize other modalities like ACT, IFS, and DBT. I incorporate mindfulness to promote a nonjudgmental inquiry into the negative core beliefs that hold us back. All of that said, YOU are the expert on YOU, and I aim to be a witness to your process, providing nudges and maybe even some laughs along the way.
I am trained in Family-Based Treatment (FBT) and Emotion-Focused Family Therapy (EFFT) to support the whole family system that is often necessary for eating disorder recovery.
By centering personal values and a self-compassion practice, I work to help my clients reconnect to their inner compass and move towards what they truly want. I approach therapy through a relational lens informed by attachment theory, though utilize other modalities like ACT, IFS, and DBT. I incorporate mindfulness to promote a nonjudgmental inquiry into the negative core beliefs that hold us back. All of that said, YOU are the expert on YOU, and I aim to be a witness to your process, providing nudges and maybe even some laughs along the way.
(720) 674-9122 View (720) 674-9122
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Emmy Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CYT, C-IFST
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80210
I utilize a client-centered, integrative approach drawing from various theoretical frameworks, but primarily practicing from an Internal Family Systems (IFS) lens.
"Loving ourselves through the process of owning our story is the bravest thing we'll ever do." ~Brene Brown~ Have you found life hasn't turned out the way you expected? Sometimes that can be a wonderful thing, and other times that reality can be frustrating to accept or work through. I believe those frustrations, when left unaddressed, can and often do lead to feelings of depression and/or anxiety, and can also put a strain on relationships. I believe therapy should be a safe space to give voice to those frustrations and an opportunity for healing.
I utilize a client-centered, integrative approach drawing from various theoretical frameworks, but primarily practicing from an Internal Family Systems (IFS) lens.
"Loving ourselves through the process of owning our story is the bravest thing we'll ever do." ~Brene Brown~ Have you found life hasn't turned out the way you expected? Sometimes that can be a wonderful thing, and other times that reality can be frustrating to accept or work through. I believe those frustrations, when left unaddressed, can and often do lead to feelings of depression and/or anxiety, and can also put a strain on relationships. I believe therapy should be a safe space to give voice to those frustrations and an opportunity for healing.
(773) 207-3080 View (773) 207-3080
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Allie Dumas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80210
I am trained in Family Based Treatment (FBT) and Emotion Focused Family Therapy (EFFT).
Hello! My name is Allie, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have experience working with children & adolescents as well as adults looking to improve their mental health and relationships. I know from personal and professional experience that a comfortable and judgment-free therapeutic relationship is a critical component to healing. I believe that all humans are capable of recovery and I utilize mutual respect, validation, reflection, and even humor to empower my clients in achieving this.
I am trained in Family Based Treatment (FBT) and Emotion Focused Family Therapy (EFFT).
Hello! My name is Allie, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have experience working with children & adolescents as well as adults looking to improve their mental health and relationships. I know from personal and professional experience that a comfortable and judgment-free therapeutic relationship is a critical component to healing. I believe that all humans are capable of recovery and I utilize mutual respect, validation, reflection, and even humor to empower my clients in achieving this.
(720) 702-1439 View (720) 702-1439
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Entrust Counseling
Counselor, MEd, MA, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80210
I work as an eclectic therapist, using client centered therapy, family systems therapy and cognitive behavioral techniques. I provide a non-judjmental empathetic approach to counseling. When working with families; It is my belief that if one person in a system makes a change then the whole family system will change. In my work with individuals, I assist my clients in determining underlying fears that may be causing anxiety and depression; so that they can begin the healing process. I hope to empower each of my clients so that they can overcome the obstacles and struggles in their lives.
I work as an eclectic therapist, using client centered therapy, family systems therapy and cognitive behavioral techniques. I provide a non-judjmental empathetic approach to counseling. When working with families; It is my belief that if one person in a system makes a change then the whole family system will change. In my work with individuals, I assist my clients in determining underlying fears that may be causing anxiety and depression; so that they can begin the healing process. I hope to empower each of my clients so that they can overcome the obstacles and struggles in their lives.
(720) 358-0896 View (720) 358-0896
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Blair Thurston Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80210  (Online Only)
As a therapist, I am a great match for clients who want to transcend old patterns, build more self-trust, and experience a more spacious and peaceful inner world. I believe that all people have an intrinsic desire to move towards connection, health, and aliveness and I have a knack for helping people access these qualities within themselves. I have a lot of experience in the world of addiction and family systems, specifically working with clients who have a loved one dealing with an addiction. I specialize in treating codependency, compassionate boundary setting, and helping you find your voice.
As a therapist, I am a great match for clients who want to transcend old patterns, build more self-trust, and experience a more spacious and peaceful inner world. I believe that all people have an intrinsic desire to move towards connection, health, and aliveness and I have a knack for helping people access these qualities within themselves. I have a lot of experience in the world of addiction and family systems, specifically working with clients who have a loved one dealing with an addiction. I specialize in treating codependency, compassionate boundary setting, and helping you find your voice.
(720) 619-8582 View (720) 619-8582
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Allison Hansen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LICSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80210
Clients work with me to find the person hidden behind the protective walls they have built up to feel safe. They need, and want, to feel close to family and friends again but are scared it might not work out in their favor. Their goals are often to love themselves, speak up for themselves, and know they are capable no matter how hard life may be in this season. My clients want to let the past be the past and have their future go the way they've envisioned for so long.
Clients work with me to find the person hidden behind the protective walls they have built up to feel safe. They need, and want, to feel close to family and friends again but are scared it might not work out in their favor. Their goals are often to love themselves, speak up for themselves, and know they are capable no matter how hard life may be in this season. My clients want to let the past be the past and have their future go the way they've envisioned for so long.
(720) 571-0537 View (720) 571-0537
Family Therapy

What do family therapists do?

A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.

How long does therapy for families take to work?

Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.

How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?

You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.

Is therapy for families effective?

Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.