Elders (65+) Therapists in Boulder, CO

Are you looking to try something different? Curious about incorporating art-making into your therapy sessions? Blank Canvas Art Therapy is a collaborative space to engage and process emotions and experiences in an accessible and creative way. I work with adults and elders (65 and up) who are seeking support with trauma, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, bereavement, death and dying, life transitions, and general life stress. I will work collaboratively with you to achieve your goals, develop effective coping skills, and be a compassionate presence and safe space as you navigate your experiences.

I have several passions: 1) I help women struggling with depression and self esteem, especially as they age, to find meaning in their lives. 2) I help parents raise kids who will want to come home for Thanksgiving...and you'll want to see them. 3) I help parents who have made a decision not to work to be full-time stay-at-home parents feel confident and validated in their choice. There is no more important work than successfully raising the next generation. 4) I help seniors dealing with aging issues, depression, and addictions. 5) I help all adults dealing with addictions, depression, and anxiety.

I am currently accepting clients 3-10 years old and 20-65 years old! I creatively support gender and racially diverse clients, including students, mamas, papas, children, and adults making life transitions. I love working in nature with art, stories, and metaphors. My clients often deal with grief, lack of confidence, anxiety, depression, perfectionism, and boundaries. In therapy, we take these wounds and uncover their “Golden Shadow.”

I have worked with clients since 2001 and have a very successful practice in both in Denver and Boulder areas. I work with clients with cognitive impairment such as Attention Deficit Disorder,, Traumatic Brain Injury, Gifted, Learning disabilities, Autism and other cognitive or focus issues. I work adults, children(10+), professionals, students, adolescents, seniors.

I am passionate about my role as a helper and the partnership that is created when I work with adolescents, adults, and seniors on their journeys toward wellness. Typical goals that I help my clients achieve are: Moving forward after traumatic events. Creating a mindful, purposeful way of facing life's challenges such divorce, infertility, and grief /loss. Developing skills to cope with symptoms of depression or anxiety. Staying present during the transition to becoming a new parent, tackling a new career, or moving toward retirement.

The passion for the work that I do comes from my deep conviction that everyone can benefit from, and in fact deserves, a safe space to be truly heard, seen, and understood. I enjoy working with individuals of all ages and backgrounds, and have experience/ training in supporting clients struggling with a wide range of mental health issues including depression, anxiety, substance use, grief, shame, trauma/PTSD, bipolar disorder, and psychosis. I do not ascribe to a one size fits all model of therapy and believe every client to be unique both in terms of there personal goals for therapy and the best way to help them reach these goals

Are you seeking therapy for symptoms of anxiety, depression, overwhelm, PTSD, relationship difficulties, or feelings of being stuck or run down? Do you feel unsure how to grow, heal or make a significant transition in your life? Counseling with me involves addressing these concerns by identifying your goals and taking steps to achieve them. We collaborate towards health and together address what isn't working or is causing distress so that you may experience more freedom, satisfaction, resilience, and ease in your life.

My approach is direct, supportive and caring. I believe that effective psychotherapy is based upon mutual curiosity and genuineness in discovering how to meet life’s challenges - including family issues, anxiety, depression and other mental health issues. The path through these difficulties includes facing them with humor, gentleness and bravery. The fruition of this exploration is a greater awareness of self and an appreciation of others.

Do you find yourself facing the challenges of life transitions, yearning for a path that aligns with your true self and empowers you to thrive? I specialize in wholistic healing for diverse communities, offering a unique approach to navigate life's twists and turns.
Embark on a journey of self-discovery, empowerment, and transformation. Feel a profound shift in emotional well-being, resilience, and a renewed sense of purpose. My passion is guiding individuals in diverse communities to embrace their authentic selves, navigate life transitions, and live the lives they've always dreamed of.

Family problems, religious trauma, relational struggles, and existential questions: I'm here for it all. My ideal client is ready for rapid transformation because they want to dive into the deep end of their personal life and their relationships. My ideal client likes to be challenged, is willing to expand their worldview, and believes that the examined life is worth living!

For 30 years, I have helped clients overcome depression, anxiety, anger, stress, relationship conflicts, ADD, addictions, workplace, and motivation problems. I am a very interactive, direct (often with humor) and solution focused therapist who challenges clients to instigate the change they want to see. I help clients develop skills in approaching discomfort rather than avoiding. Using cognitive strategies, I can help you change negative thinking to positive. I help clients express their healthiest emotions rather than using emotions to defend or manipulate. I encourage exercise and mindfulness for optimal living.

As a specialist in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) for over 19 years, I offer compassionate, research-backed solutions for creating a full and fulfilling life. I work collaboratively with people to become aware of and overcome painful and disruptive internal experiences (e.g. self-critical thoughts, anxiety, shame) and to discover new behavioral patterns that increase positive moods, a sense of mastery and help build a meaningful life. I help people face fears that often hold us back, move from self-criticism to self-compassion and connect more deeply in valued relationships.

Ryan, aka "Coach Vigh" or "Vigh", takes an integrative approach to Therapeutic Mentoring by utilizing multiple theoretical models, in addition to educational strategies, to best fit an individual client's needs. "My approach emerged from my formal instruction in Cognitive Psychology and Educational Psychology, my experience working in the field for 15 years, as well as my desire to instill positive changes in someone such as those that my mentor was able to foster in me."

I see therapy as an opportunity to address the obstacles we encounter along the way of living our best lives. In sessions I seek to develop a safe and compassionate environment in which we explore your strengths and passions, painful thoughts and emotions and to develop new strategies designed to help you move closer towards your goals in self acceptance, relationships and other meaningful endeavors. My clinical work includes extensive experience in supporting young adults in their journey towards independence. This work can include exploring identity, purpose and, in some cases, work with your family of origin issues.

I have over 35 years of experience helping individuals and couples with their personal growth and have enjoyed every minute of it! After receiving my PhD in Clinical Psychology, I went on to receive certification in Stress management, Biofeedback therapy, Emotional Trauma and PTSD, Mind-Body Medicine, EMDR therapy, Brainspotting, Bereavement Therapy, and Couples therapy. As a Certified Biofeedback Therapist, I treat all stress related illness with very good results.

I provide effective, supportive counseling services for adults, individually and in couples, assisting clients with a range of life issues, including: relationships; communication; grief and loss; trauma; life adjustments and transitions; depression; anxiety; substance abuse and addictions; and stress and anger management. My goals are to support clients in developing self-awareness; building interpersonal skills; resolving past trauma; promoting effective decision-making and problem-solving; deepening emotional and psychological wellbeing; achieving personal balance and improving overall quality-of-life. I welcome your inquiries about my work and the opportunity to discuss how I can be of service.

I offer the following: Mind-Body-Spirit integrative strategies for performance enhancement. I guide couples to create thriving, joyful relationships through understanding differences, and to develop improved connection. We resolve trauma to enhance relationship skill to self and others. I help clients and families to effectively manage mood disorders to engage in life goals again. When requested, I teach coping skills for anxiety and anger management. I help caregivers find resources to adjust and grow. I help to motivate health and fitness goals while clients practice transforming their self-esteem, from the inside out.

I love working with people that are ready to explore change. Everyone gets stuck from time to time. Coming to terms with loss and pain is never easy. Loss can come in the form of actual bereavement or in through accepting difficult events or even a difficult diagnosis, If you would like to try to address your reaction to trauma, loss, or even addictive relationships to substances and activities, I would love to work with you. I have comfort and familiarity in working with bipolar disorder, ADHD, PTSD and anxiety. I hope to work with people who are seeking their highest expression of selfhood and are willing to look inside.

The world can feel overwhelming. It can feel like you are alone and no one understands. Whether it is a recent traumatic experience or you are finally ready to face past hurts from your childhood that are keeping you from the life you want, I can help you face what is in your way.