Photo of Tracey Rumsey, Registered Psychotherapist in 80120, CO
Tracey Rumsey
Registered Psychotherapist, MA
Verified Verified
Littleton, CO 80120
Many of the women and men I see want a compassionate ear and competent guidance relative to the challenges they are facing – and this is what I have provided to countless individuals of all ages (from teens to adults). I have lived long enough to know life simply does not go as planned, and we all have to navigate complications or heartaches we did not see coming. I work from a place of deep compassion to help you better understand the way forward through this current place that prompted you to find me. A quick FREE phone consultation can ensure we are a great fit.
Many of the women and men I see want a compassionate ear and competent guidance relative to the challenges they are facing – and this is what I have provided to countless individuals of all ages (from teens to adults). I have lived long enough to know life simply does not go as planned, and we all have to navigate complications or heartaches we did not see coming. I work from a place of deep compassion to help you better understand the way forward through this current place that prompted you to find me. A quick FREE phone consultation can ensure we are a great fit.
(720) 713-3573 View (720) 713-3573
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Melinda Harriman LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Littleton, CO 80120
I have over 30 years of experience as a clinical social worker. I have worked in school, hospital and outpatient mental health settings. I am very passionate about the work I have done as a clinical social worker and all the learning experiences it as provided and contributed to my personal and professional growth . My aim is to provide a safe, calm and affirming environment for us to discuss what brought you into therapy. I will work with you in creating a plan to support your healing and growth .
I have over 30 years of experience as a clinical social worker. I have worked in school, hospital and outpatient mental health settings. I am very passionate about the work I have done as a clinical social worker and all the learning experiences it as provided and contributed to my personal and professional growth . My aim is to provide a safe, calm and affirming environment for us to discuss what brought you into therapy. I will work with you in creating a plan to support your healing and growth .
(720) 789-8316 View (720) 789-8316
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Golden Thread Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC, NCC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Littleton, CO 80120
Caring for the hearts and heads of individuals, couples and teens, I work with clients struggling with a wide variety of issues from addictions and brokenness to feeling weary and zapped. Life experience provides me with empathy and understanding of your situation. Exceptional training provides me with the necessary skills to help rewrite your experience and author an entirely new outcome. Whether an adult stuck in life, a couple drifting further away or an adolescent/teenager struggling with peer pressure and grown-up decisions, I can help you find the healing, clarity, strength and resiliency to move forward and thrive.
Caring for the hearts and heads of individuals, couples and teens, I work with clients struggling with a wide variety of issues from addictions and brokenness to feeling weary and zapped. Life experience provides me with empathy and understanding of your situation. Exceptional training provides me with the necessary skills to help rewrite your experience and author an entirely new outcome. Whether an adult stuck in life, a couple drifting further away or an adolescent/teenager struggling with peer pressure and grown-up decisions, I can help you find the healing, clarity, strength and resiliency to move forward and thrive.
(720) 924-4689 View (720) 924-4689
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South Psychology
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Littleton, CO 80120
South Psychology's mission is to provide evidence based mental health therapy and assessment services that functionally improve the lives of the individuals and families we serve.
South Psychology's mission is to provide evidence based mental health therapy and assessment services that functionally improve the lives of the individuals and families we serve.
(303) 335-9899 View (303) 335-9899
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Madeline Hargrove
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MA, LPCC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Littleton, CO 80120
I believe that the inclusion of mental health wellness is vital to one’s overall health. I believe that while each client’s experiences, backgrounds, cultural identities, and general beings are unique, so too should be their counseling experience. Through the use of a strong, collaborative therapeutic relationship and an integrated approach, I aim to help my clients use self-reflection, goal-setting, and problem-solving to achieve their optimal mental health and highest potential. I am a firm believer that every individual possesses the ability to grow and evolve and that with the proper guidance and support, this can be achieved.
I believe that the inclusion of mental health wellness is vital to one’s overall health. I believe that while each client’s experiences, backgrounds, cultural identities, and general beings are unique, so too should be their counseling experience. Through the use of a strong, collaborative therapeutic relationship and an integrated approach, I aim to help my clients use self-reflection, goal-setting, and problem-solving to achieve their optimal mental health and highest potential. I am a firm believer that every individual possesses the ability to grow and evolve and that with the proper guidance and support, this can be achieved.
(720) 649-6194 View (720) 649-6194
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Sharla R Stephens
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Littleton, CO 80120  (Online Only)
As a dedicated psychotherapist, I am passionate about helping individuals navigate life's complexities and overcome trauma. With a compassionate and client-centered approach, I strive to create a safe and supportive space for exploration and growth. My commitment to evidence-based practices ensures that each client receives personalized treatment tailored to their unique needs. Together, we can embark on a journey towards healing, resilience, and fulfillment.
As a dedicated psychotherapist, I am passionate about helping individuals navigate life's complexities and overcome trauma. With a compassionate and client-centered approach, I strive to create a safe and supportive space for exploration and growth. My commitment to evidence-based practices ensures that each client receives personalized treatment tailored to their unique needs. Together, we can embark on a journey towards healing, resilience, and fulfillment.
(720) 903-2831 View (720) 903-2831
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Camille L. Reich
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Littleton, CO 80120
COUPLES, FAMILY, CHILD and INDIVIDUAL THERAPY. True Happiness and Stability Stems from the Quality of our Significant Relationships! I work from a strength-based, solution-focused, and systemic or relational orientation, all are evidence-based approaches. I focus on people's strengths and possibilities while addressing their real life difficulties. I also practice child-centered play therapy and provide personality, relationship (couple) and career assessments. I believe in a holistic approach to the therapeutic process that incorporates biological, psychological, social, and spiritual dimensions empowering a person or family towards mastering life to its fullest. I look forward to consulting with you!
COUPLES, FAMILY, CHILD and INDIVIDUAL THERAPY. True Happiness and Stability Stems from the Quality of our Significant Relationships! I work from a strength-based, solution-focused, and systemic or relational orientation, all are evidence-based approaches. I focus on people's strengths and possibilities while addressing their real life difficulties. I also practice child-centered play therapy and provide personality, relationship (couple) and career assessments. I believe in a holistic approach to the therapeutic process that incorporates biological, psychological, social, and spiritual dimensions empowering a person or family towards mastering life to its fullest. I look forward to consulting with you!
(303) 625-7879 View (303) 625-7879
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Ellie Mental Health Centennial
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LAC
Verified Verified
Littleton, CO 80120
We vow to be really and truly different from other mental health providers. The mental health field presents barriers not just for clients and the community, but also for the helpers, therapists, and creatives who do this work. Ellie knew that if it wanted to be truly different, it would have to problem-solve barriers in the field at all levels. Our core values drive all that we do, and help us align with our “why”. We do what we do because it makes sense, and because of science, of course. An abundance of research says that taking intentional time to help your mental health increases your overall wellbeing and life satisfaction.
We vow to be really and truly different from other mental health providers. The mental health field presents barriers not just for clients and the community, but also for the helpers, therapists, and creatives who do this work. Ellie knew that if it wanted to be truly different, it would have to problem-solve barriers in the field at all levels. Our core values drive all that we do, and help us align with our “why”. We do what we do because it makes sense, and because of science, of course. An abundance of research says that taking intentional time to help your mental health increases your overall wellbeing and life satisfaction.
(720) 513-2608 View (720) 513-2608
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AllHealth Network
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PhD, LPC, LMFT, PsyD
Verified Verified
Littleton, CO 80120
AllHealth Network provides mental health services and substance abuse services for children, adolescents, adults, older adults, couples, and families. These services include: assessment and treatment planning with one of our master’s-level or licensed therapists, counseling, group therapy and medication services. We also have an Intensive Outpatient Program in Littleton & Castle Rock for adults working towards recovery from substance use and mental health concerns. We offer medication-assisted therapy (MAT) for individual trying to get off of pain killers or opioids.
AllHealth Network provides mental health services and substance abuse services for children, adolescents, adults, older adults, couples, and families. These services include: assessment and treatment planning with one of our master’s-level or licensed therapists, counseling, group therapy and medication services. We also have an Intensive Outpatient Program in Littleton & Castle Rock for adults working towards recovery from substance use and mental health concerns. We offer medication-assisted therapy (MAT) for individual trying to get off of pain killers or opioids.
(720) 386-2150 View (720) 386-2150
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Dr. Steven A. Lazarus, Psy.D., Inc.
Psychologist, PsyD, MA, LPC, LCP
Verified Verified
Littleton, CO 80120
Hello, my name is Steven Lazarus. Kids call me Dr. Steve! I have a certified therapy dog (Zeke) who works with me. He is a labradoodle. A Child Psychologist can help you and your child through problems at home and school. Therapy dogs have been shown to have a huge positive effect on people in therapy. You can read more about him on my website. Both live office visits and Telehealth (VIRTUAL) sessions are available. Parent meetings are frequently offered for more effective progress.
Hello, my name is Steven Lazarus. Kids call me Dr. Steve! I have a certified therapy dog (Zeke) who works with me. He is a labradoodle. A Child Psychologist can help you and your child through problems at home and school. Therapy dogs have been shown to have a huge positive effect on people in therapy. You can read more about him on my website. Both live office visits and Telehealth (VIRTUAL) sessions are available. Parent meetings are frequently offered for more effective progress.
(303) 900-7345 View (303) 900-7345
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Sarah Sterling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Littleton, CO 80120
My practice focuses on working with children, youth, adults, and families; specializing in behavioral support, school/academic issues, relationship issues, development of social and emotional life skills, trauma informed care, and management of attention deficit issues, stress, anxiety and depression. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor through the Department of Regulatory Agency (DORA) as well as a Licensed School Counselor through the Colorado Department of Education.
My practice focuses on working with children, youth, adults, and families; specializing in behavioral support, school/academic issues, relationship issues, development of social and emotional life skills, trauma informed care, and management of attention deficit issues, stress, anxiety and depression. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor through the Department of Regulatory Agency (DORA) as well as a Licensed School Counselor through the Colorado Department of Education.
(720) 571-1858 View (720) 571-1858
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Danielle N Hull
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW-C
Verified Verified
Littleton, CO 80120
I graduated from the University of Denver with a Master’s in Social Work and an undergraduate degree in Psychology with a minor in Sociology from the University of Colorado in Denver. My experience includes residential counseling, case management, psychiatric stabilization through care navigation and counseling, research, program management, jail-based restoration to competency, and school social work within the populations of special and general education.
I graduated from the University of Denver with a Master’s in Social Work and an undergraduate degree in Psychology with a minor in Sociology from the University of Colorado in Denver. My experience includes residential counseling, case management, psychiatric stabilization through care navigation and counseling, research, program management, jail-based restoration to competency, and school social work within the populations of special and general education.
(720) 410-9866 View (720) 410-9866
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Mark Grebener
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LAC, CHT
Verified Verified
Littleton, CO 80120
With over 20 years of experience, working in the US and in Germany, I can offer several approaches to help you. I have a well rounded background having worked in addiction treatment centers, mental health centers and school settings. Together, we will collaborate and find what is most effective for you. Since 2000, I have helped people with many issues including: anxiety, depression, addiction, life transitions and relationships. If you are motivated to change, I will provide a safe place for you to develop insight and strategies to change.
With over 20 years of experience, working in the US and in Germany, I can offer several approaches to help you. I have a well rounded background having worked in addiction treatment centers, mental health centers and school settings. Together, we will collaborate and find what is most effective for you. Since 2000, I have helped people with many issues including: anxiety, depression, addiction, life transitions and relationships. If you are motivated to change, I will provide a safe place for you to develop insight and strategies to change.
(970) 628-0482 View (970) 628-0482
Photo of Sybil Cummin, Licensed Professional Counselor in 80120, CO
Sybil Cummin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ACS
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Littleton, CO 80120
Do you feel like your family is living in chaos? Is your child or teen struggling with school? Peers? With anxiety? I offer a strength-based and collaborative approach while working with children, teens, adults, and families. I would be honored to help you and your family learn the tools to make and maintain the changes needed to live the life you want to live. Although many therapists, including myself have a reduced fee, services are still not financially accessible for many families. I supervise Master's level interns with a sliding scale between $65-$25 per session. Everyone should be able to access mental health care.
Do you feel like your family is living in chaos? Is your child or teen struggling with school? Peers? With anxiety? I offer a strength-based and collaborative approach while working with children, teens, adults, and families. I would be honored to help you and your family learn the tools to make and maintain the changes needed to live the life you want to live. Although many therapists, including myself have a reduced fee, services are still not financially accessible for many families. I supervise Master's level interns with a sliding scale between $65-$25 per session. Everyone should be able to access mental health care.
(303) 647-9362 View (303) 647-9362
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Paul Embleton
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD, NCSP
Verified Verified
Littleton, CO 80120
I provide comprehensive psychological evaluations to children and adolescents birth through 21. This includes testing for common neurodevelopmental disorders such as ADHD, Autism, and Dyslexia as well as testing for the large majority of psychological disorders affecting children. I also provide consultation to families of children with disabilities. My mission is to change the lives of young people with disabilities. I started working with children and adolescents more than ten years ago as a classroom teacher.
I provide comprehensive psychological evaluations to children and adolescents birth through 21. This includes testing for common neurodevelopmental disorders such as ADHD, Autism, and Dyslexia as well as testing for the large majority of psychological disorders affecting children. I also provide consultation to families of children with disabilities. My mission is to change the lives of young people with disabilities. I started working with children and adolescents more than ten years ago as a classroom teacher.
(720) 575-1349 View (720) 575-1349
Oppositional Defiance (ODD) Therapists

What is the most effective treatment for oppositional defiant disorder?

The treatment of Oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) will involve multiple approaches designed to help both the youngster and their parents, sometimes including medication. A therapist will help a child learn ways to regulate their emotions, curb their impulsiveness, and counteract anger, defiance, and disruption, while showing parents ways to bring these lessons into their home. A technique designed for children with conditions like ODD, known as Collaborative and Proactive Solutions (CPS), may also be used. CPS addresses a child’s concerns and rewards appropriate responses while discouraging harsh punishment or criticism.

How does treatment for oppositional defiant disorder work?

Treatment for ODD addresses the issues underlying a child’s defiance and disruption, the emotional regulation and impulse-control skills they lack, and the way adults respond to them. ODD therapy is based on the idea that children with the disorder understand the difference between right and wrong, that they want to behave well, and that, with help, they can. By responding to the child with empathy instead of harsh criticism, ignoring nonviolent behaviors, and rewarding positive actions, a therapist, and the other adults in a child’s life, can help children improve their behavior.

How long does therapy for oppositional defiant disorder take?

Therapy for oppositional defiant disorder is not a short-term undertaking. Depending on the severity of a child’s symptoms, their age, the presence of other conditions like ADHD, anxiety or a mood disorder, and their family dynamic, it can take months before improvement is noted. The cooperation of parents and teachers is crucial, because the skills learned in therapy must be practiced in real-world situations, with all their potential triggers.

Does oppositional defiant disorder go away?

ODD can remit following treatment. ODD is often diagnosed in nursery school, and early intervention is essential for a positive prognosis. In two-thirds of children, according to the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, symptoms resolve within three years.