Therapists in 80226
David J Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Lakewood, CO 80226 (Online Only)
I work with clients who are struggling with substance abuse, addiction, anxiety, depression, anger, identity, and transition.
Seeking counseling can be a difficult first step. It's hard for us to acknowledge our pain, and often we feel guilty about it. Feelings aren't good or bad, they just are--the consequences of those feelings are what we can influence. Counseling is important because it can provide a safe place to speak the truth about what we are going through. Our truth is powerful and can be a motivator for making changes to how we feel and what we do. Counseling can help us identify our values, goals, & beliefs and to harness them to help us heal.
I work with clients who are struggling with substance abuse, addiction, anxiety, depression, anger, identity, and transition.
Seeking counseling can be a difficult first step. It's hard for us to acknowledge our pain, and often we feel guilty about it. Feelings aren't good or bad, they just are--the consequences of those feelings are what we can influence. Counseling is important because it can provide a safe place to speak the truth about what we are going through. Our truth is powerful and can be a motivator for making changes to how we feel and what we do. Counseling can help us identify our values, goals, & beliefs and to harness them to help us heal.
Chelsey Deane Summers
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC, LAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lakewood, CO 80226
My passion is working with individuals who are struggling with addiction, trauma, relationships, and attachment. I believe that it is every person's goal to feel more connected and attached to people in their life.
My passion is working with individuals who are struggling with addiction, trauma, relationships, and attachment. I believe that it is every person's goal to feel more connected and attached to people in their life.
Amanda Murphy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lakewood, CO 80226 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I have spent the majority of my career working in substance abuse outpatient services.
My journey started in Dubuque, Iowa where I went to Clarke University and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. I completed by Master of Arts in Counseling at Colorado Christian University. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Addiction Counselor. I am passionate about working with clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, anger, substance abuse, relationships, and trauma. I do also offer some evening availability for more accessibility to seek help. Please inquire regarding schedule questions.
I have spent the majority of my career working in substance abuse outpatient services.
My journey started in Dubuque, Iowa where I went to Clarke University and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. I completed by Master of Arts in Counseling at Colorado Christian University. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Addiction Counselor. I am passionate about working with clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, anger, substance abuse, relationships, and trauma. I do also offer some evening availability for more accessibility to seek help. Please inquire regarding schedule questions.
Jacob Meyer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LAC, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lakewood, CO 80226
Struggling with symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, or however your distress manifests makes us feel trapped, in cycles of outbursts or avoidance, and coping in ways that are not sustainable. We blame ourselves bringing us further from feeling connected and closer to feeling ashamed. Typically what we see on the surface is mistaken for ourself and is our way to cope with the issues that lie underneath. Therapy is creating a compassionate and purposeful environment to dive into deeper issues, seeing how these issues present in daily life, and developing relevant skills to free ourselves from these issues.
Struggling with symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, or however your distress manifests makes us feel trapped, in cycles of outbursts or avoidance, and coping in ways that are not sustainable. We blame ourselves bringing us further from feeling connected and closer to feeling ashamed. Typically what we see on the surface is mistaken for ourself and is our way to cope with the issues that lie underneath. Therapy is creating a compassionate and purposeful environment to dive into deeper issues, seeing how these issues present in daily life, and developing relevant skills to free ourselves from these issues.
Jessika Sands
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC, EMDR, BSP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80226
My practice blends advanced EMDR and Brainspotting with more traditional talk therapies, offering a comprehensive approach to addressing complex or recent trauma, dissociation (including DID), addiction, and athletic injuries or mental blocks when returning to movement after injury.
Acknowledging and addressing traumatic experiences is crucial, yet many tend to downplay their impact. This dismissal can be profoundly painful, undermining the significance of daily struggles and accomplishments. At the core of my approach is the identification and targeting of issues in an empathic, direct, authentic, and compassionate manner – a foundation for lasting change. This inclusive approach extends to survivors of childhood abuse, individuals experiencing symptoms of C-PTSD and dissociative disorders, and athletes facing recurring or traumatic physical injuries, all who benefit from being heard and seen without judgment.
My practice blends advanced EMDR and Brainspotting with more traditional talk therapies, offering a comprehensive approach to addressing complex or recent trauma, dissociation (including DID), addiction, and athletic injuries or mental blocks when returning to movement after injury.
Acknowledging and addressing traumatic experiences is crucial, yet many tend to downplay their impact. This dismissal can be profoundly painful, undermining the significance of daily struggles and accomplishments. At the core of my approach is the identification and targeting of issues in an empathic, direct, authentic, and compassionate manner – a foundation for lasting change. This inclusive approach extends to survivors of childhood abuse, individuals experiencing symptoms of C-PTSD and dissociative disorders, and athletes facing recurring or traumatic physical injuries, all who benefit from being heard and seen without judgment.
Kimberly A Margolis
LSW
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80226
I bring 20 years of experience and have treated tens of thousands of patients! I am high energy and passionate about helping people embark on the journey to find their true selves and life path; whether it relates to behavior, family, relationships, addiction, career and any other issue that one may find adversity. I've been told I have a gift to quickly get the core of peoples struggles in order to help them find resolution. I use behavioral strategies to help people achieve immediate change, then dive deep into analytical work which helps the changes become permanent. CALL TODAY!
I bring 20 years of experience and have treated tens of thousands of patients! I am high energy and passionate about helping people embark on the journey to find their true selves and life path; whether it relates to behavior, family, relationships, addiction, career and any other issue that one may find adversity. I've been told I have a gift to quickly get the core of peoples struggles in order to help them find resolution. I use behavioral strategies to help people achieve immediate change, then dive deep into analytical work which helps the changes become permanent. CALL TODAY!
Michael Hardin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lakewood, CO 80226
I provide community based services using a variety of techniques. People truly desire happiness and want to perform at their highest levels but life places "blocks" that prevent them from reaching those goals. By removing the "blocks" I can assist the client in finding pleasure and success in life. My unique educational and professional background of Clinical and Sport & Performance Psychology as well as 8 years experience of being a licensed special education teacher enables me to provide a combination of services unlike that of any other clinician in the state. Technology is also a staple of my practice.
I provide community based services using a variety of techniques. People truly desire happiness and want to perform at their highest levels but life places "blocks" that prevent them from reaching those goals. By removing the "blocks" I can assist the client in finding pleasure and success in life. My unique educational and professional background of Clinical and Sport & Performance Psychology as well as 8 years experience of being a licensed special education teacher enables me to provide a combination of services unlike that of any other clinician in the state. Technology is also a staple of my practice.
Lori Ellen Poland
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA, RRT
Verified Verified
Lakewood, CO 80226
Our journeys matter and what we do with them allows us to live fully and with intention. Being embraced with the nurturing, motivation, and support we each deserve allows us to arrive at our highest level intended. Whether our path is through relationships with our partners, children, families, professional peers or ourselves, having a guiding light in that navigation allows us to arrive with intention, security and support.
Our journeys matter and what we do with them allows us to live fully and with intention. Being embraced with the nurturing, motivation, and support we each deserve allows us to arrive at our highest level intended. Whether our path is through relationships with our partners, children, families, professional peers or ourselves, having a guiding light in that navigation allows us to arrive with intention, security and support.
Jenny Bridges
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lakewood, CO 80226
Overcome stress, improve relationships, and achieve your goals! Together we will build on your strengths and identify new, more effective strategies so that you can move past recent and/or past negative experiences and difficulties. In addition to more traditional Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, I offer cutting edge therapies such as EMDR, Brainspotting, and Energy Therapies, which can provide rapid relief from distress and can result in lasting change. Contact me if you would like to improve your life and get past struggles that are limiting you.
Overcome stress, improve relationships, and achieve your goals! Together we will build on your strengths and identify new, more effective strategies so that you can move past recent and/or past negative experiences and difficulties. In addition to more traditional Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, I offer cutting edge therapies such as EMDR, Brainspotting, and Energy Therapies, which can provide rapid relief from distress and can result in lasting change. Contact me if you would like to improve your life and get past struggles that are limiting you.
Nina Marcus Psychotherapist
BS, SpEd, MA, CP
Verified Verified
Lakewood, CO 80226 (Online Only)
"are you breathing just a little, and calling it life”? … Mary Oliver. What you might really want to know about me is that you will feel comfortable during our time together. You will know that you are working with a well trained, competent therapist. I counsel people about many different life situations like resolving depression and anxiety, improving life choices, remembering strengths, and loving again. . I help couples regain intimacy and transform relationships by learning new communication skills. So, If you feel stuck , come in, sit down, and together we will bring new light, insight, and change onto your life.
"are you breathing just a little, and calling it life”? … Mary Oliver. What you might really want to know about me is that you will feel comfortable during our time together. You will know that you are working with a well trained, competent therapist. I counsel people about many different life situations like resolving depression and anxiety, improving life choices, remembering strengths, and loving again. . I help couples regain intimacy and transform relationships by learning new communication skills. So, If you feel stuck , come in, sit down, and together we will bring new light, insight, and change onto your life.
Lise Anthonissen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Lakewood, CO 80226
Are you finding yourself stuck, overwhelmed or struggling to navigate a difficult situation in your life? Seeking out the right kind of support is one of the bravest steps you can take for yourself.
Are you finding yourself stuck, overwhelmed or struggling to navigate a difficult situation in your life? Seeking out the right kind of support is one of the bravest steps you can take for yourself.
All Seasons Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, EMDR
Verified Verified
Lakewood, CO 80226
Not accepting new clients
If you're feeling overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, or any other emotion that you don't desire to have in your life, or facing other challenges you're having difficulty getting through, there is hope! We will work together on your journey of healing, growth, and change! I welcome and honor the responsibility each client entrusts with me in aiding him or her into personal awareness, and through the journey of change. I embrace and celebrate each person's uniqueness, including cultural background, spiritual beliefs, and worldviews. Along with talk therapy, I specialize in EMDR Therapy (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing).
If you're feeling overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, or any other emotion that you don't desire to have in your life, or facing other challenges you're having difficulty getting through, there is hope! We will work together on your journey of healing, growth, and change! I welcome and honor the responsibility each client entrusts with me in aiding him or her into personal awareness, and through the journey of change. I embrace and celebrate each person's uniqueness, including cultural background, spiritual beliefs, and worldviews. Along with talk therapy, I specialize in EMDR Therapy (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing).
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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.