In real life, everyone is unique and your therapy should be, too. I believe you are impacted by your family of origin, relationships, race, culture, identities, communities, and experiences. Your lived experience informs how you move through the world, like what you believe about yourself and how you react to others, and can be a source of both strength and struggle.
So how can therapy help?
Together, we’ll uncover the source of your unique pain (yes, we’re going to talk about family) and how you’ve adapted to function in real life. We’ll talk about your feelings (yes, we will) and develop a feelings vocabulary if you don’t have one. I’ll help you develop a self-compassion practice, because it’s easier to make meaningful change when you are being nice to yourself, not beating yourself up. Then, we’ll identify and practice real-life ways to be different. Like calming yourself when anxious. Or finally having that difficult conversation. Maybe setting boundaries with a few people. Perhaps discovering a new you!
Individual Therapy for Adults – $175 per 50-minute session
I work with adults of all ages (over 21), including older adults. I am LGBTQ+ allied. Whether you have a specific area of concern you need to work through, or you’re looking for in-depth, longer-term therapy, I am here for you. And if you are struggling with something not mentioned on my website, schedule a free consultation with me and we’ll discuss it.
Couple Therapy – $200 per 55-minute session
For highly motivated partners of all types. The foundation of my work is rooted in Emotionally Focused Therapy, but I draw from a variety of approaches. The focus is on self-regulation, emotional expression, effective communication, developing curiosity, and how to maintain your uniqueness while working as team to move through life as a couple. This is a very small part of my practice so contact me for availability.
Supervision and Consultation for Therapists – $150-$175 per hour
I have been supervising interns and post-graduate candidates for licensure for over 15 years, both as a director of an internship program, and in private practice. Additionally, I have been a lecturer in the Couple and Family Counseling Program at the University of Colorado Denver. My approach to supervision is relational, and I value exploring self-of-the therapist issues as they arise (and they will arise) in the practice of therapy.
I work with individuals and small groups interested in:
LPC licensure
LMFT licensure
Supervision of supervision and mentoring
Consultation for practicing clinicians
The process starts with a free, 20-minute phone consultation. This is an opportunity for us to learn a little bit about each other and decide if we might be the right fit. If not, I might suggest some types of therapy that might be a better fit for you and your unique circumstances. If we both agree to move forward, we’ll schedule a first session either in-person or via video/telehealth. I’ll send you some forms to complete via my secure client portal. The forms can be uploaded or brought with you to your first session. In the first two+ sessions, I’ll ask you questions about yourself, your relationships, and what you hope to achieve in therapy. Together, we’ll develop goals so we both know the purpose of your therapy, and what you hope to accomplish. These goals may change over time, so I’ll check in with you occasionally to ensure we are on the right track. And if we’re not, we’ll talk about how to focus therapy on the things that matter most to you.
I currently offer psychotherapy services in person and via video/telehealth for Colorado residents.
For in-person therapy, my office is located at 2432 S. Downing Street in the University neighborhood of Denver. Free and convenient parking is available.
For teletherapy visits, I use a secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth platform. You need to have a good wifi signal and a comfortable, private space in which to meet.
You are welcome to switch between in-person and telehealth at any time.
I am available to answer any questions you have about meeting in person or via video during our initial phone consultation.
Initially, I prefer to meet weekly to establish a solid foundation for the work ahead. And then as you progress, we will discuss changing frequency to biweekly. I am also sensitive to the resources of time, energy and money required for therapy. If that means meeting every other week works better for you, I can be flexible. Let’s discuss it during our initial phone consultation.
I will briefly review forms and answer any questions you have. Then I’ll ask you questions about yourself, your family, and what you’re hoping to achieve in therapy. Think of it as having a casual conversation about yourself, your concerns, your hopes for the future with a real person listening. And listening with care.