Therapists for college students near Denver, CO

“Who am I?” “What is my purpose?” “I can’t move on.” If you experience or have experienced trauma, depression, anxiety, or grief, you are not alone. I understand how hard it can be to ask for help. I believe that having someone in your corner to both validate and challenge you is essential to personal growth. Self-discovery is possible—piecing together the mosaic of your life to serve as a window to your past and a guide to your future. “Who am I?” “What is my purpose?” “I can’t move on.” If you experience or have experienced trauma, depression, anxiety, or grief, you are not alone. I understand how hard it can be to ask for help. I believe that having someone in your corner to both validate and challenge you is essential to personal growth. Self-discovery is possible—piecing together the mosaic of your life to serve as a window to your past and a guide to your future. I value authenticity and honesty with my clients. Using a person-centered and existential therapeutic lens, I will shed an analytical perspective on your situation. I have worked in substance use, trauma, grief and helped clients build a focused sense of being through movement and mindfulness. We can take the first steps into therapeutic experience together. You may find this process challenging, but with every challenge comes the opportunity for growth, increased confidence, and self-discovery. Let me help you decide which path you would like to take next. Call me or send me a message if you are interested in learning more!

"I feel like a bystander in my own emotions." "I feel like I don’t belong anywhere." "My past trauma has caused my anxiety." "I can't escape my depression." You don't have to grapple with these challenges alone. If you're unsure where to begin, I'm here to provide support. Together, we'll create a safe and nurturing space where you can freely explore your thoughts and feelings. "I feel like a bystander in my own emotions." "I feel like I don’t belong anywhere." "My past trauma has caused my anxiety." "I can't escape my depression." You don't have to grapple with these challenges alone. If you're unsure where to begin, I'm here to provide support. Together, we'll create a safe and nurturing space where you can freely explore your thoughts and feelings. As your partner in therapy, my priority is your well-being. We'll work collaboratively to unpack your emotions, untangle life's complexities, and uncover the deeper significance of your experiences. Whether you need empowerment, motivation, or simply someone to lean on, I'll be there every step of the way. My goal is to help you navigate the toughest thoughts and emotions, guiding you towards a better understanding of yourself. If you're ready to embark on this journey towards healing and self-discovery, reach out today for a free consultation. Let's work together to create positive change in your life.

Don’t let your problems define you. You may be struggling with anxiety, depression, or trauma, but there are ways to work through challenging thoughts and emotions to reclaim your life. Change can be a wonderful thing! Having someone to share your story with and help you work through those sticky points can be powerful. I’m here to listen to and empower you. Therapy is a collaborative effort, and I would be honored to be your partner on your healing journey. If you would like to work together, please call or email me for a free 15 minute consultation. I look forward to hearing from you!

Caroline Wagner is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Colorado who has been practicing since 2021. Caroline?s goal as a therapist is to be helpful and supportive of you in a non-judgmental way. She cares about creating and maintaining a healthy earth, body, and mind, and believes therapy is a great way of working towards that balance. Life has a way of keeping us on our toes, whether it?s through school, work, relationships, or a combination of them all. Caroline is here to help you adjust and accept new and changing circumstances that come with each new season of life. She works with people from all ages and stages of life, but specializes in working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, or a life transition. Caroline looks forward to connecting with you. In her free time, Caroline enjoys moving her body and being outside. She likes to hike, dance, swim, play sports, and run. She also enjoys camping, live music, and watching movies.

Hi, my name is Maci Luther, and I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) specializing in the treatment of eating disorders, anxiety, OCD, and mood disorders, including depression. I’m proud to work with adults, young adults, and children who are ready to navigate and overcome their mental health struggles, as well as with families and caregivers who are struggling to support a loved one affected by mental illness. Please reach out today for a compassionate partner in care. My therapeutic style is curious, collaborative, and warm, drawing on the most evidence-based practices, specifically Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP). Together, we create a treatment plan customized to you and your unique needs to ensure you always feel seen, heard, and empowered. With a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Regis University, I bring both strong academic training and genuine compassion to my work. My experience spans supporting adults, young adults, and children across inpatient, residential, and outpatient settings, giving them a well-rounded understanding of the healing process at every stage. This breadth of care has deepened my commitment to meeting individuals where they are as they navigate life’s challenges.

Are you feeling overwhelmed by life, stuck in survival mode, or unsure how to move forward? You might be dealing with anxiety, depression, or the lingering effects of trauma, and it’s hard to know where to begin. If you’ve been carrying emotional or physical pain for a long time, it can feel isolating - but you don’t have to figure it out alone. I enjoy working with clients facing anxiety, depression, trauma, chronic pain, substance use, and life stress. My integrative approach draws from mindfulness, IFS, and somatic therapy. By honoring the mind-body connection, we’ll look at the whole picture—your body, history, relationships, culture, and environment. Clients who work with me often say they feel genuinely seen, not judged, and met with compassion. They begin to develop a deeper understanding of themselves, find relief from emotional and physical pain, and reconnect with their inner strength and wisdom. Reach out today by calling or messaging me to set up your free consultation call.

“I feel like I can’t keep up.” “I wish I had more energy to take care of myself.” “I don’t know how to support my child when they’re struggling.” “I’m tired of feeling stuck.” If any of these resonate with you, we can face them together. I work with clients of all ages navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, body image concerns, stress, and major life changes. “I feel like I can’t keep up.” “I wish I had more energy to take care of myself.” “I don’t know how to support my child when they’re struggling.” “I’m tired of feeling stuck.” If any of these resonate with you, we can face them together. I work with clients of all ages navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, body image concerns, stress, and major life changes. We’ll build a personalized plan that incorporates mindfulness practices along with techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). By exploring your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, you’ll gain tools that help you feel more in control and capable of creating meaningful change. My approach emphasizes building trust and connection first, so you feel supported before we dig into the harder work. If this sounds like a good fit, I invite you to reach out today.

Mei Leff, PMHNP, LPC, is a compassionate mental health provider at LifeStance Health, dedicated to serving individuals throughout Colorado. She offers a holistic approach to mental health, centered on each patient's unique cultural and social background. Mei supports adults, teens, and adolescents through a blend of medication management, therapeutic interventions, and lifestyle guidance, empowering her clients to achieve a well-rounded state of mental well-being. Mei has a strong focus on cultural adjustment and trauma-related issues, understanding the significant role that life transitions and cultural changes can play in mental health. She is particularly passionate about working with clients facing challenges such as PTSD, anxiety, and depression, and she tailors her care plans to each individual's needs.

I am a psychotherapist specializing in overcoming the consequences of trauma for adults of all ages. As a well-rounded clinician with more than 12 years of experience, I help insightful adults overcome the lingering effects of trauma that keep them from optimal living. I specialize in helping people overcome barriers to optimal growth. My approach is collaborative, conversational and compassionate. I'm passionate about helping people access known or newly discovered capacities for meaningful living. Working together, you can expect a relaxed and judgement free environment. I use meaningful conversations, with a mixture of humor and insight, to help clients realize their unique potential for growth. My style is interactional, and I work to honor each person's emotional and spiritual journey. My path to becoming a therapist began at a young age with the realization that complete strangers quickly felt comfortable sharing their deep concerns, regrets, fears, etc. and walked away with a sense of hope and relief. They felt seen and appreciated. These experiences convinced me that a person-centered approach, with the intent of mutual discernment of the path forward, is often the most effective therapy.

Trauma, anxiety, grief, and the weight of difficult life experiences deserve compassionate and dedicated support. As a Licensed Professional Counselor for individuals ages 13-65, I specialize in trauma-focused care that helps you find genuine healing, greater self-understanding, and healthier patterns in your relationships and everyday life. EMDR and Brainspotting are at the heart of my work, two powerful approaches that help reduce emotional distress and move you forward in ways that feel meaningful and lasting. From the first session, you can expect a space that is safe, nonjudgmental, and built around you. Building your insight, resilience, and healthy coping tools is what drives our time together, and supporting you through real, lasting change is what I'm here for. Compassionate, grounded, and collaborative — that's how I approach every session with you. Healing happens when you feel safe enough to explore your experiences while developing new patterns that support growth and self-understanding, and creating that space is what I'm here to do. Using evidence-based treatments, including Dialectal Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Brainspotting, and Mindfulness, we'll work together to process difficult experiences, build healthier coping skills, and create meaningful change. Because no two people are alike, the direction of our work is always shaped by your unique needs, goals, and life experiences. My path to becoming a therapist began in healthcare, where I spent years supporting patients and striving to bring compassion to people who were struggling. The COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 was a turning point. I witnessed firsthand the emotional toll that stress, grief, burnout, and uncertainty placed on so many people, particularly those working in healthcare alongside me. That experience clarified what I was called to do. I returned to school, pursued licensure as a professional counselor, and deepened my commitment to the kind of trauma-informed, compassionate care that helps people feel truly supported and never alone in what they're facing. Now, I am proud to bring empathy, authenticity, and genuine investment to every session. Outside of the therapy room, I find grounding in the simple things: reading, writing fiction, spending time with family, and being outdoors. These moments of connection and creativity remind me of what matters most, and they inform the presence and care I bring to my work with patients.

Do your thoughts about food, exercise, or your body feel overwhelming? Do you try to control your weight as a way to feel some control over your life? Does the possibility of your body changing bring waves of guilt, shame, or fear? Are your personal standards so high that even simple tasks feel impossible? Are you constantly self-critical or on edge, with a mind that never seems quiet? If this resonates, I’m here to support you. Do your thoughts about food, exercise, or your body feel overwhelming? Do you try to control your weight as a way to feel some control over your life? Does the possibility of your body changing bring waves of guilt, shame, or fear? Are your personal standards so high that even simple tasks feel impossible? Are you constantly self-critical or on edge, with a mind that never seems quiet? If this resonates, I’m here to support you. Recovery from an eating disorder, anxiety, trauma, or depression can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it on your own. My work focuses on helping people heal their relationships with both their mind and body. Even if you feel like you’re the exception, it is possible to create a calmer, more meaningful life. I’m deeply passionate about guiding people through this process. Even if you’ve lost hope, I will hold it for you while offering a warm, non-judgmental space. I’ve seen my clients find strength in their hardest moments and achieve the lives they once thought impossible. If this description speaks to you, please reach out—I’d love to get to know you.

Working together, you can expect a warm and nurturing environment that combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and psychodynamic therapy to help you manage current mental health symptoms and work to strengthen your relationship with "self" and others. My style is holistic, and I tailor my approach to each person's unique situation. My time as a caseworker led me to becoming a therapist. As a caseworker, I supported young parents in obtaining their high school and college degrees, an experience that strengthened my commitment to providing empathetic care and highlighted the power of the therapist-client relationship in connecting and supporting a diverse range of individuals.

I am a patient-centered and trauma-informed clinician committed to helping adults, children, and teenagers navigate mental health struggles. I specialize in identity, trauma, and queer issues, along with self-esteem challenges, anxiety, and depression. Working together, you can expect a compassionate and collaborative environment tailored to your unique needs and preferences to ensure comprehensive, customized care. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and narrative therapy to help you explore your inner worlds. I believe in your expertise in your own life, and that will be a core part of our work together. I look forward to supporting you as you move toward healing and self-discovery. My path to becoming a therapist began with previous work in public policy and advocacy. This insightful experience deepened my commitment to providing holistic, systems-informed care, where I bring an understanding of the many systems and circumstances that impact patient lives to each session. Outside the office, I can often be found hiking or biking in the mountains, enjoying live music, or at home cooking a good meal or cozied up with a good book.

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with more than 22 years of experience, I specialize in supporting adolescents, adults, and their families as they navigate mental health-related challenges. I take a warm, thoughtful approach that is grounded in empathy in order to better help you heal from issues such as anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), ADHD, trauma, life transitions, and relational conflicts. If you are seeking clarity, relief, and the tools to move forward with greater confidence and connection, please reach out today. I look forward to helping you build practical strategies to navigate stress, deepen self-understanding, and foster resilience. Working together, you can expect a safe, warm, and nonjudgemental space adapted to your unique needs and goals. I believe in meeting people where they are, with compassion, curiosity, and respect, which helps me be a steady and attuned partner in your healing process. Throughout our time together, I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), narrative therapy, and solution-focused approaches, as well as exposure response prevention techniques. This collaborative style is designed to support you in your personal growth, resilience, and sense of possibility. My path to becoming a therapist was shaped by a deep curiosity about how people heal and grow. Over time, this passion evolved into a lifelong commitment to providing integrative, compassionate care. Now I am dedicated to bringing a bio-psycho-social lens to each session, honoring the complexity of every person’s story. I enjoy a wide range of hobbies outside the office to keep my mind and body active! These include watching movies and shows, reading, playing video games, practicing my photography skills, and crafting.

“I am stuck in negative thoughts.” “I have difficulty making sense of or finding my purpose in life.” “My thoughts and emotions control my life.” “I do not feel good enough.” I am happy to support you through struggles with depression, anxiety, emotional regulation, trauma, work/life balance, and other important areas. I believe that everyone has the potential to live as their authentic selves. I offer scientific, evidence-based techniques from person-centered, strengths-based, somatic psychotherapy, emotionally-focused, and other approaches in our work together. I am confident that you can reach a heart of peace with your life. Searching for peace may feel daunting. I have previous experience in crisis counseling and group counseling where I have seen people reach their goals. Message or call me and let's talk about what you are looking for in your life. I would be honored to hear your story.

College can be disruptive and difficult. I am here to support you as you navigate the challenges and opportunities that arise in this season of life. I want to help you live your most meaningful life. I will work with you to deeply explore who you are, what you truly want, and what past beliefs or experiences may be holding you back from your growth. Together, we will uncover the ways in which you may have abandoned parts of yourself over time. Using masks or personas as a means of survival can damage you on a core level, reinforcing the false belief that you are not enough as you are. But the truth is: you are enough. Let’s examine the events, people, and circumstances that have wounded your sense of self, so you can reconnect with the authentic person you are. Therapy is a hero's journey that requires vulnerability, but the honesty you will find is profoundly liberating. If you are ready to begin this transformative work, I would be honored to meet with you for a free consultation to see if we’re a good match. If you have questions or want to learn more, please visit my website at www.theworkshoptherapy.com, or feel free to reach out via phone at (206)920-7168 or email.

I am originally from California, but have called Colorado (Denver) my home for the last thirteen years. While I do miss the ocean, I love being in the mountains and all they have to offer. When I am not working, I am often playing in my garden, doing something in the kitchen, spending time with friends and family, or traveling. I am the same person during session as I am outside of session; laid back, a little goofy, genuinely curious about others’ lives, and compassionate. I use she/her pronouns. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC) and am licensed to see clients in Colorado, Indiana, Florida and Nevada. I have been practicing therapy since 2013 and truly enjoy working with my clients. I love learning about how trauma and stress can impact our minds, bodies and nervous systems and the ways we can heal and start to feel better. I am a Certified Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapist as well as a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP). I often use a mixture of EMDR, Somatic Experiencing (SE), attachment, parts focused, and mindfulness techniques to help clients begin to unpack stressful or traumatic events and begin to integrate a sense of healing back into their minds and bodies. These techniques can be helpful for clients struggling with anxiety and depression symptoms, who have experienced one or more traumatic events, substance use, emotion regulation, or uncomfortable body sensations.

I am a believer that we are all interconnected. Our relationships matter most to our wellbeing. And while we are living in a time where we are easily able to connect with one another, we have also never been so isolated and alone. The messages we receive from our greater systems often are at odds with what I know contribute to our wellbeing. Because of that we can often feel stuck, less than, or constantly hustling for “that thing.” We can end up chasing the wrong thing and find ourselves perpetually behind or inadequate. Our culture often places so much emphasis on outcomes, appearance, and external or material things. I sincerely believe that they are often at the root of our unhappiness. We often are doing the thing we think will help us but it ultimately harms us! We are doing it wrong. Together we will explore the often painful and uncomfortable spaces within and work from an Inside-Out approach. In doing so, we find that the storms tend to be more universal, we see our common humanity, we develop more self compassion and compassion and empathy for others. When we are our authentic selves, we become more free and our sessions will include plenty of laughing even as we dive into the parts that feel hard. We were never meant to do this life alone. And yet – so many of us are often sold on false narratives that “it’s just you” or have been invalidated, shamed, or traumatized by oppressive systems on the larger scale or within our own homes. My pride in the work is to help you become your best self, the one who is not merely living, but the one who is truly alive. Feeling it all, skin in the game, open to heartbreak, receptive to joy. Facing our pain is not easy (I know this well!). But I know deeply that when we do the right kind of hard, our efforts are fruitful beyond measure. Let’s face this together.

The heart of Being Alive Counseling is to journey with you through everyday issues, as well as deeper addictions and trials, towards wholeness and healing. Counseling is not an attempt to fix all of your problems but to journey through them together. Whatever is making you believe that life is not good (be it depression, life transition, a trauma, marital problems), Being Alive Counseling believes you can return to your source of joy and meaning. We love to help in life transitions, to clean up the mental mess and believe it can be good again! I have specialty training in: Addiction, Domestic Violence, EMDR (for trauma, PTSD, addiction), Cognitive Behavioral & Narrative therapy. I can offer a dynamic counseling room where you are able to go to places you know you need to go but haven't quite been able to before. I will work with you to find a treatment plan that fits your specific goals and needs. I believe in holistic healing in counseling and treatment. I believe that everything including finances, eating patterns, sleep cycles, family of origin, job satisfaction, nutrition, exercise, support system, as well as identity and sense of purpose are all integrated into the "why's" of our struggles. I believe I create a safe space to explore and heal.

What if getting better didn't mean spending years talking about everything that's ever gone wrong? I work with college and grad students to build real, lasting change by providing insight and skills that actually help. With over a decade of clinical work in the US and abroad, I've helped young adults manage anxiety, quiet the perfectionism and imposter syndrome that follow them into every exam and internship, while creating a healthy type of confidence that remains under pressure. My clients describe working with me as supportive, direct, collaborative, and nothing like what they expected therapy to be. We figure out what's driving the pattern. Then we work on changing it. I specialize in: anxiety, burnout and stress, low self-esteem, perfectionism, and people-pleasing. My approach pulls from CBT, ACT, Positive Psychology, and Mindfulness, grounded in a trauma-informed model. You don't have to have it figured out to start. Currently offering Online Therapy throughout Massachusetts, New York, Colorado, Vermont, and Florida. Whether you are in Boston, NYC, or Denver, I am ready when you are.