Addiction Therapists in Fort Collins, CO
Center for Family & Couple Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80521
Since 1991 our therapists have provided therapy to a diverse population of clients. We use evidence-based therapies to treat a wide range of individual, couple, and family issues. Our fees are on a sliding scale ranging from $25-$85. Our therapy is brief, strengths-based, and solution-focused. When you call, we will conduct a brief phone intake and schedule your first appointment. Morning, afternoon, and evening sessions are available for your convenience. We welcome all clients regardless of race, gender, class, sexual orientation, ethnicity, age, ability, family form, relational status, religion or presenting problem.
Since 1991 our therapists have provided therapy to a diverse population of clients. We use evidence-based therapies to treat a wide range of individual, couple, and family issues. Our fees are on a sliding scale ranging from $25-$85. Our therapy is brief, strengths-based, and solution-focused. When you call, we will conduct a brief phone intake and schedule your first appointment. Morning, afternoon, and evening sessions are available for your convenience. We welcome all clients regardless of race, gender, class, sexual orientation, ethnicity, age, ability, family form, relational status, religion or presenting problem.
Elizabeth Brandon
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CAS, CHT
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80525
I am trained in substance abuse issues and Energy Psychology (tapping).
Do you have a difficult childhood? Unfortunately, our childhood decisions are put on automatic and affect our current daily life. I teach practical skills, such as tapping, emotional skills and communication that can be used for the rest of your life. Alchemical Hypnotherapy is used to rescue the child that was you from your past. Then, the adult is empowered to set boundaries and focus on attaining personal goals. Energy Psychology (Thought Field Therapy) is useful to defuse patterns and trauma and as a daily tool. My desire is to promote independence in the people I work with. I have a large toolbox to give clients to use.
I am trained in substance abuse issues and Energy Psychology (tapping).
Do you have a difficult childhood? Unfortunately, our childhood decisions are put on automatic and affect our current daily life. I teach practical skills, such as tapping, emotional skills and communication that can be used for the rest of your life. Alchemical Hypnotherapy is used to rescue the child that was you from your past. Then, the adult is empowered to set boundaries and focus on attaining personal goals. Energy Psychology (Thought Field Therapy) is useful to defuse patterns and trauma and as a daily tool. My desire is to promote independence in the people I work with. I have a large toolbox to give clients to use.
Emily Straw
Counselor, MA, LPCC, ADCC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80526
Depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction.
Do you feel like you're drowning and can't find your way back up? Do you find yourself worried all the time, unable to sleep, and hopeless? I've been there too... Everything feels like it's changing so fast and you don't have a place to process it. You find yourself needing that glass of wine or two (or the bottle) at night just to help you feel "okay" long enough to get to sleep and start all over the next day. You know you need to talk to someone, and you are overwhelmed with getting started. It feels like with the right tools and a little bit of help, you could feel so much better.
Depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction.
Do you feel like you're drowning and can't find your way back up? Do you find yourself worried all the time, unable to sleep, and hopeless? I've been there too... Everything feels like it's changing so fast and you don't have a place to process it. You find yourself needing that glass of wine or two (or the bottle) at night just to help you feel "okay" long enough to get to sleep and start all over the next day. You know you need to talk to someone, and you are overwhelmed with getting started. It feels like with the right tools and a little bit of help, you could feel so much better.
Michele Faris
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80521 (Online Only)
My teacher Brene Brown has said, "Owning our story and loving ourselves through the process is the bravest thing we will ever do." As a Psychologist with 35 + years in practice, I continue to study discoveries in neuroscience and human behavior, and while I'm glad of that, what I know is that counseling is about talking through the hard stuff - shame, blame, fear, anger, criticism, grief, forgiveness, and all the rest. Tell me your story in all of its messiness, and let's figure out what's to be done about it. I welcome adults 18 and up struggling with most of what life dishes up. I promise to be candid and compassionate.
My teacher Brene Brown has said, "Owning our story and loving ourselves through the process is the bravest thing we will ever do." As a Psychologist with 35 + years in practice, I continue to study discoveries in neuroscience and human behavior, and while I'm glad of that, what I know is that counseling is about talking through the hard stuff - shame, blame, fear, anger, criticism, grief, forgiveness, and all the rest. Tell me your story in all of its messiness, and let's figure out what's to be done about it. I welcome adults 18 and up struggling with most of what life dishes up. I promise to be candid and compassionate.
Betsy Usher
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80525
I know sometimes it feels like no one can help you. That you are too much, too dark, and too broken to be helped. Sometimes trauma can manifest by cutting, eating disorders, depression, chaos, and a real struggle to maintain friendships. It can be hard to even picture what a stable and consistent life would look like, but it's still something you want. Chaotic feelings feel like they take over you and you struggle to make it through each day. You want to live but still feel suicidal. This is all normal for someone with trauma, someone who has been through abuse, someone who has experienced broken relationships and even toxic ones.
I know sometimes it feels like no one can help you. That you are too much, too dark, and too broken to be helped. Sometimes trauma can manifest by cutting, eating disorders, depression, chaos, and a real struggle to maintain friendships. It can be hard to even picture what a stable and consistent life would look like, but it's still something you want. Chaotic feelings feel like they take over you and you struggle to make it through each day. You want to live but still feel suicidal. This is all normal for someone with trauma, someone who has been through abuse, someone who has experienced broken relationships and even toxic ones.
Jill Popp
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LAC, ADS, ATR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80525
Waitlist for new clients
Currently accepting new clients for groups in Fort Collins only. I enjoy working with clients to improve their quality of life by addressing both mental and physical wellbeing. I have had the opportunity to work with a vast range of clients to address diverse issues over the last 9 years. I am especially passionate about working with clients with trauma, pain management, chronic/terminal illness, addiction, grief, sleep disruption, and anxiety. My aim is to provide personalized counseling services to address each client's unique journey and goals.
Currently accepting new clients for groups in Fort Collins only. I enjoy working with clients to improve their quality of life by addressing both mental and physical wellbeing. I have had the opportunity to work with a vast range of clients to address diverse issues over the last 9 years. I am especially passionate about working with clients with trauma, pain management, chronic/terminal illness, addiction, grief, sleep disruption, and anxiety. My aim is to provide personalized counseling services to address each client's unique journey and goals.
Stephen Thomas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CACII
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80525
Fifteen years ago, in my late 20s, I faced an existential crisis. The pain and shame of knowing I was meant for more—more happiness, meaning, and purpose—without knowing how to get there was overwhelming. At times, terrifying. With the help of others, I discovered my unique path to an authentic, self-led life. My mission as a therapist is to return that gift. I believe we all have an innate ability to heal from past wounds, rewrite our inner story, and reunite with a sense of self that feels whole, connected, and fulfilled.
Fifteen years ago, in my late 20s, I faced an existential crisis. The pain and shame of knowing I was meant for more—more happiness, meaning, and purpose—without knowing how to get there was overwhelming. At times, terrifying. With the help of others, I discovered my unique path to an authentic, self-led life. My mission as a therapist is to return that gift. I believe we all have an innate ability to heal from past wounds, rewrite our inner story, and reunite with a sense of self that feels whole, connected, and fulfilled.
Kelsey Edwards
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, SWC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80525
Kelsey has worked extensively with people who have trauma in their background as well as substance misuse.
Kelsey believes that people are operating in the world the best they can with the tools that they have. Everyone needs a safe and loving environment to build on those tools and reach a place of peace and prosperity for themselves and for their families. Kelsey strives to empower individuals to enhance their lives and create meaningful change that will have a lifelong impact. Kelsey has extensive experience working with individuals on their healing journey, couples looking to rebuild their relationships and families who have their heart set on finding peace and restoration.
Kelsey has worked extensively with people who have trauma in their background as well as substance misuse.
Kelsey believes that people are operating in the world the best they can with the tools that they have. Everyone needs a safe and loving environment to build on those tools and reach a place of peace and prosperity for themselves and for their families. Kelsey strives to empower individuals to enhance their lives and create meaningful change that will have a lifelong impact. Kelsey has extensive experience working with individuals on their healing journey, couples looking to rebuild their relationships and families who have their heart set on finding peace and restoration.
Chantal J McCarthy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80521
Not accepting new clients
I specialize in working with mental health and addiction.
Here at Life Cycle Counseling & Consulting I recognize that life is consistently changing and moving in every direction. Whether we are struggling with chronic mental health, life transitions or addiction we can all use some support. I focus on collaborating with individuals to develop goals that meet their needs.
I specialize in working with mental health and addiction.
Here at Life Cycle Counseling & Consulting I recognize that life is consistently changing and moving in every direction. Whether we are struggling with chronic mental health, life transitions or addiction we can all use some support. I focus on collaborating with individuals to develop goals that meet their needs.
Ann-Marie Bowman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDRII, OSW-C
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80525 (Online Only)
My work is dedicated to helping people develop healthy and satisfying lives and relationships. Though it can be difficult to make the decision to begin psychotherapy, I have found that those who have sought my help have achieved valuable results. I offer confidential psychotherapy for individuals, couples and families. I have an expertise of working with clients dealing with issues of depression, anxiety and trauma, along with learning to cope with relationship issues and managing through difficult life transitions. I am committed to helping you receive the services best suited for you.
My work is dedicated to helping people develop healthy and satisfying lives and relationships. Though it can be difficult to make the decision to begin psychotherapy, I have found that those who have sought my help have achieved valuable results. I offer confidential psychotherapy for individuals, couples and families. I have an expertise of working with clients dealing with issues of depression, anxiety and trauma, along with learning to cope with relationship issues and managing through difficult life transitions. I am committed to helping you receive the services best suited for you.
Jo L Vanderkloot
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80524
Are you trapped in a complex family and/or work situation? If both, there may be a similar pattern of causes even in dissimilar situations. Understanding complexity can identify basic hidden patterns. Some clients experience chronic or acute physical illnesses: these are clues to unraveling the complexities. Emotional and physical problems may be a surface expression of buried family or personal trauma. For my clients, discovering patterns embedded in family behaviors can help them manage their current problematic situations. Psychotherapy can help clients move forward in systems that seem beyond their control.
Are you trapped in a complex family and/or work situation? If both, there may be a similar pattern of causes even in dissimilar situations. Understanding complexity can identify basic hidden patterns. Some clients experience chronic or acute physical illnesses: these are clues to unraveling the complexities. Emotional and physical problems may be a surface expression of buried family or personal trauma. For my clients, discovering patterns embedded in family behaviors can help them manage their current problematic situations. Psychotherapy can help clients move forward in systems that seem beyond their control.
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Counselor, EdS, MS, LPC, CHT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80526
Not accepting new clients
Not accepting new clients .... Why is change so hard? Because we are often not aware of what we do or why we do it. My specialty is diving deeply into the mind and helping you experience change at a fundamental level. This requires no special knowledge or skill on your part, only willingness to explore and an openness to what you might find. Just like your body, your mind knows how to heal itself. My role is to facilitate that process. I provide a safe environment, compassionate feedback, and supportive challenge when needed. I also offer Neurofeedback to improve concentration, sleep, anxiety and ADHD.
Not accepting new clients .... Why is change so hard? Because we are often not aware of what we do or why we do it. My specialty is diving deeply into the mind and helping you experience change at a fundamental level. This requires no special knowledge or skill on your part, only willingness to explore and an openness to what you might find. Just like your body, your mind knows how to heal itself. My role is to facilitate that process. I provide a safe environment, compassionate feedback, and supportive challenge when needed. I also offer Neurofeedback to improve concentration, sleep, anxiety and ADHD.
Chuck Hancock
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
13 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80526
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome. I work with individual adults, couples, and diverse relationships. I would love to meet to see how we can partner together for your growth and healing. I enjoy working with clients who want guidance to go within and discover their authentic Self and develop self-leadership. I work experientially and utilize a variety of traditional and modern somatic methods to help you attain fulfillment. I am skilled at helping people safely explore deep core issues and find ways through the healing process with strength and grace by creating an open, honest relationship with themselves to create lasting long-term growth and change.
Welcome. I work with individual adults, couples, and diverse relationships. I would love to meet to see how we can partner together for your growth and healing. I enjoy working with clients who want guidance to go within and discover their authentic Self and develop self-leadership. I work experientially and utilize a variety of traditional and modern somatic methods to help you attain fulfillment. I am skilled at helping people safely explore deep core issues and find ways through the healing process with strength and grace by creating an open, honest relationship with themselves to create lasting long-term growth and change.
Amy L Shull
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MFT
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80524
Not accepting new clients
My therapy practice is dedicated exclusively to helping college students live happier, healthier, more fulfilled lives. I specialize in working with female-identifying young adults (as well as LGBTQ individuals ages 18-22). My office is less than 4 miles from the Colorado State University campus here in Fort Collins. My goal is to provide a caring environment where clients can comfortably explore their thoughts and feelings to gain insight and understanding into their lives.
My therapy practice is dedicated exclusively to helping college students live happier, healthier, more fulfilled lives. I specialize in working with female-identifying young adults (as well as LGBTQ individuals ages 18-22). My office is less than 4 miles from the Colorado State University campus here in Fort Collins. My goal is to provide a caring environment where clients can comfortably explore their thoughts and feelings to gain insight and understanding into their lives.
Kim Page
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Not Verified Not Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80522
My expertise is working with faith filled women and young girls struggling with anxiety, depression, eating disorders, addiction, relational conflict and lack of self-acceptance.
Hi! I'm so glad you are here.You have come to this page because you are looking for something to change in your life. It may be within yourself or in a relationship.You are brave for seeking connection and for seeking support. You don't have to do it alone anymore. I'm here to come alongside of you as you navigate fears, anxieties, & unwanted behaviors. I'm passionate about this because I have journeyed through many of these places and am coming out victorious! You can get free of unwanted thought patterns, painful emotions, or trauma that is keeping you stuck. We will work together to listen to the needs and desires of your soul.
My expertise is working with faith filled women and young girls struggling with anxiety, depression, eating disorders, addiction, relational conflict and lack of self-acceptance.
Hi! I'm so glad you are here.You have come to this page because you are looking for something to change in your life. It may be within yourself or in a relationship.You are brave for seeking connection and for seeking support. You don't have to do it alone anymore. I'm here to come alongside of you as you navigate fears, anxieties, & unwanted behaviors. I'm passionate about this because I have journeyed through many of these places and am coming out victorious! You can get free of unwanted thought patterns, painful emotions, or trauma that is keeping you stuck. We will work together to listen to the needs and desires of your soul.
Claire McArdle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80525
Not accepting new clients
I support individual adults who are feeling stressed, overwhelmed, and stuck. I also help people process major life changes or losses. My clients describe me as warm, compassionate, engaging, collaborative, and curious. With me you are free to be your true authentic self. You don’t have to go through your struggles alone. Together we will explore the changes you desire, set goals, and make a plan to achieve the life you deserve.
I support individual adults who are feeling stressed, overwhelmed, and stuck. I also help people process major life changes or losses. My clients describe me as warm, compassionate, engaging, collaborative, and curious. With me you are free to be your true authentic self. You don’t have to go through your struggles alone. Together we will explore the changes you desire, set goals, and make a plan to achieve the life you deserve.
Danice Williamson
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80526 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I provide therapy from a whole health perspective. This means understanding the mind-body connection. I want to help you better understand, recognize, process, cope, and heal from challenging emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. I use a person-centered approach which means I walk beside you in this journey, not ahead of you or behind you. Whether you are new to therapy or you are experienced with therapy, it can still feel overwhelming, uncomfortable, and hard to be vulnerable when meeting with a therapist and talking about your deepest feelings, thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
I provide therapy from a whole health perspective. This means understanding the mind-body connection. I want to help you better understand, recognize, process, cope, and heal from challenging emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. I use a person-centered approach which means I walk beside you in this journey, not ahead of you or behind you. Whether you are new to therapy or you are experienced with therapy, it can still feel overwhelming, uncomfortable, and hard to be vulnerable when meeting with a therapist and talking about your deepest feelings, thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
Michelle Godwin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80522
I love helping clients discover how one's personal history relates to their current functioning. If we look deeply enough, our symptoms make sense! I remind clients there's nothing fundamentally wrong with them; they can heal and make great progress. I help people discharge and reprocess trauma using somatic therapies, EMDR, IFS, TRE's, EFT and more to spark the body's natural healing mechanisms, to calm the central nervous system and facilitate peaceful, healthier living. I have openings for KAP, Multi-Day Intensives and insurance-paid sessions online (through Sondermind) on Tuesdays. Feel free to email me for available times :)
I love helping clients discover how one's personal history relates to their current functioning. If we look deeply enough, our symptoms make sense! I remind clients there's nothing fundamentally wrong with them; they can heal and make great progress. I help people discharge and reprocess trauma using somatic therapies, EMDR, IFS, TRE's, EFT and more to spark the body's natural healing mechanisms, to calm the central nervous system and facilitate peaceful, healthier living. I have openings for KAP, Multi-Day Intensives and insurance-paid sessions online (through Sondermind) on Tuesdays. Feel free to email me for available times :)
Whitney Bosley
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LAC
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80525
Do you find that you are feeling distant from yourself or your loved ones? Is life feeling lonely, chaotic and disconnected? Does conflict and miscommunication feel like the cornerstone of your relationship recently? Do you want more intimacy and trust in your relationship? Most often these feelings are connected to reflexes in our brain and body that leave us feeling out of control in our interactions with others. If any of this resonates with you, I can help! I seek to come alongside you in your journey to improve communication and build confidence, intimate connections, security and trust.
Do you find that you are feeling distant from yourself or your loved ones? Is life feeling lonely, chaotic and disconnected? Does conflict and miscommunication feel like the cornerstone of your relationship recently? Do you want more intimacy and trust in your relationship? Most often these feelings are connected to reflexes in our brain and body that leave us feeling out of control in our interactions with others. If any of this resonates with you, I can help! I seek to come alongside you in your journey to improve communication and build confidence, intimate connections, security and trust.
Jessica Kern
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LAC
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80524 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Hello! Whether you're struggling to cope with past experiences, current life stressors, or both, I'm glad you're here. It would be my honor to accompany you as your guide while we navigate your feelings and emotions related to your experiences. I specialize in experiences of trauma, anxiety, depression, mood regulation, life-transitions, and substance use. I am passionate about caregivers, parents, women, and supporting other service providers as they navigate their roles in life.
Hello! Whether you're struggling to cope with past experiences, current life stressors, or both, I'm glad you're here. It would be my honor to accompany you as your guide while we navigate your feelings and emotions related to your experiences. I specialize in experiences of trauma, anxiety, depression, mood regulation, life-transitions, and substance use. I am passionate about caregivers, parents, women, and supporting other service providers as they navigate their roles in life.
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Addiction Therapists
What is the best therapy for addiction?
Addiction treatment will be tailored to the individual. People seeking help for addiction—whether with a psychotherapist, in an outpatient clinic, or in a residential program—should expect to engage in multiple types of treatments, sometimes including medication. For anyone recovering from addiction, avoiding situations in which one has typically used a substance is essential, as is the support of close connections. Since substance use disorders tend to co-occur with underlying mental health conditions such as anxiety or depression, those must also be addressed as part of any recovery plan.
How long does therapy for addiction take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from addiction. Patients and their families should expect the work to last several months, if not longer. Residential treatment programs may be based on a stay of 30, 60, or 90 days, with continuing work after release, but only about 1 percent of people are treated in such facilities. Ceasing use is just the first step; therapy to help maintain abstinence and effect behavior change must follow. The process of recovery, neuroscience has shown, involves brain cells recovering the capacity to respond to natural sources of reward and restore control over the impulse to use. Another definition of recovery is restoring voluntary control over one’s substance use and retaking all of one’s previous responsibilities.
How effective is drug addiction treatment?
Substance use disorders are treatable and remission is achievable for many who seek recovery; by some estimates, more than three-quarters of people who become addicted to alcohol or drugs recover. But that success rarely occurs quickly or on a set timeline; relapse is not only common, but many therapists and clinicians view it as a normal part of the process—not always a sign that a person has returned to addiction, but a signal that their treatment should be adjusted to help them regain control. Overall, research suggests, five years after the end of substance use, one’s risk of relapse is no greater than that of others who had not faced addiction. Other experts believe that complete abstinence is not the only measure of recovery, and that, through effective treatment, many people can learn to control their use.
How can you get addiction treatment for someone?
The most important factor in recovery from addiction is widely understood to be an individual’s commitment to change. For that reason,“interventions” in which friends and family gather to urge or force someone to begin immediate treatment often backfire; even when such efforts do lead someone to begin treatment, they may be less likely to stay than those who are self-driven. Still, family members can play an important role in supporting an individual who seeks help and can take part in family therapy as one element of a loved one’s treatment.