Therapists for college students near Boulder, CO
When meet with Joy, you'll be with an authentic, non-judgmental, and compassionate person who is committed to your well-being. You'll be invited to share your story and be respected for seeking to better understand the journey that's brought you to this point. Joy works together with her clients to overcome whatever life has thrown their way. She can help them to explore relationships, emotions, identity and purpose, and ways to navigate obstacles that are blocking their goals. Using a combination of techniques like active listening, neuroscience-based interventions, and compassion, Joy helps her clients to gain insight into their situation and learn how to interpret their biological wiring. She can help them understand their mental health and explore their whole experience from the top down. She primarily draws from evidence-based practices and body-based modalities, including psychodynamic exploration and evolutionary psychology. Joy earned a Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Northwestern University in Illinois. When she's not working, she volunteers as a grief counselor, youth advocate, and restorative justice champion.
Sandra M. Gerardo is a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Life is a winding, beautiful, and charged journey. Sometimes we find ourselves in the shadows craving the light and need someone to join alongside us while we make sense of it all. Sandra is passionate about working with people who are curious, insightful, and ready to pursue honesty and healing. She believes we are dynamic beings and integrate wellbeing practices so that wellness can be pursued in a holistic way. Sandra recognizes that therapy is a deeply personal experience and never takes for granted what a privilege it is join with you as you tap into and deepen your insight, grow, and pursue healing in dignified way. You may be facing a new problem, want to change behaviors, need healing from your past or maybe you are going through a crisis. Sandra partners with you in a collaborative manor, providing expertise and guidance to help you learn new skills in building a healthier and happier you in the journey of your life. Over the past 20 years Sandra has helped people in many circumstances find their way through their Journey of life.
Abby Villanueva is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Colorado who has been practicing since 2023. She has a BS in Psychology from Colorado State University and an MA in Clinical Mental Health from Regis University. Abby provides a safe and non-judgmental environment full of curiosity and unconditional positive regard. She also focuses on culturally competent care by acknowledging and learning more about clients unique backgrounds. In her free time, Abby enjoys being outdoors, reading, going to the gym, traveling, and breaking the stigma of mental health in the LatinX community.
Chetney Nelsen is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Colorado who has been practicing since 2004. He has an M.S. in Marriage and Family Therapy from Colorado State University. Chetney works with individuals, couples, and families for a variety of presenting issues, such as infidelity, domestic violence, parenting and child problems, sex and gender issues, and most especially, trauma. Chetney uses Evidence-based protocols in his practice, primarily Cognitive Processing Therapy, Exposure Therapy and EMDR, and he is trained in several others. He has specialized training in sex therapy. Chetney utilizes the current WPATH Standards of Care with his trans patients and stays up to date with the treatment of queer issues. You will find him to be very straightforward and focused on your treatment goals. Chetney knows that you are distressed and wants to work with you to create a treatment plan that will allow you to reach your therapy goals as soon as possible. Outside of work, Chetney volunteers as a youth mountain bike coach and enjoys cycling himself. He also enjoys kayaking and camping. Most of all, he enjoys time with his family and friends.
Jessie Stempel is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Colorado. She attended Hampshire college for undergrad and Columbia University for her Masters in Social Work. Jessie provides clinical services to adults, adolescents and children suffering from the psychological impacts of trauma, stress, grief/loss, family dysfunction, and mental health disorders such as anxiety, depression, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and bipolar disorder. Her approach to therapy can be described as strength based, holistic and eclectic. Jessie has received advanced training in a number of therapeutic modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma- Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Child Parent Psychotherapy (CPP). She has experience supporting children, adolescents and adults who are struggling to manage symptoms related to a mental health diagnosis, life stressors, and past traumas. Jessie has done extensive work around grief and loss as well family and relationship dynamics.
Dr. Jessica Tsourmas is a Psychiatrist in Colorado who has been practicing since 2006. She studied at Vanderbilt University and George Washington Medical. Dr. Tsourmas would describe her medical and psychiatric approach as holistic and patient centered. The joy in and passion in what she does comes from each patient striving for and achieving their own personal goals. There is something so meaningful in this work when a patient gets better and creates the life they want to live. Outside of work, Dr. Tsourmas enjoys spending time with family and friends, yoga, cooking, reading, being a lifelong student, and DIYing.
Priscilla Brown is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Colorado who has been practicing since 2020. Priscilla offers unconditional respect and acceptance to her clients. She encourages individuality and autonomy, honest communication, and collaboration. Outside of work, Priscilla enjoys cooking, reading, enjoying Colorado's beautiful weather, and spending time with family and her dog, Ruby.
Marcia Vincent is a Licensed therapist who has been working in the Mental Health field since 2017. She graduated from the University of Northern Colorado with a Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. She is also credentialed as a certified addictions specialist and has training and personal experience in working with folx from the LGBTQPIA+ community. Marcia values building and maintaining a safe therapeutic relationship built on trust, integrity, compassion, and genuine regard for her clients. Confidentiality and feelings of safety are of utmost importance. She recognizes that it takes bravery and mental fortitude to share on a deeper level so one can work through challenges, heal, and live their best life. She understands that everyone is unique and deserves to be treated with respect and dignity. She welcomes clients with trauma histories, substance misuse, gender/identity struggles, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, as well as those dealing with life changes including their health, a break-up or divorce, loss or change of job, displaced families/loved ones, and grief and loss to name a few.
Ben Vaughn Obanion, LPCC Ben Vaughn Obanion is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Colorado who has been practicing since 2021. Ben can help a client by showing them empathy for what issues they are struggling with. In his spare time, Ben enjoys bowling, movies/film, traveling, board games, and animals.
Carrissa Bellehumeur is a Licensed Professional Counselor, who has been practicing since 2018. She graduated from The University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and from Amberton University with a Master of Arts in Professional Counseling. Carrissa believes in listening to each individual client and getting to the root of the what is going on. Her main areas of focus include depression and anxiety. She works with people to help improve their quality of life. Carrissa works with people to help them develop their goals. In her spare time, Carrissa enjoys water sports, watching football on Saturdays and Sundays, and pursuing continuing education.
Marcy Libeer is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Colorado who has been practicing since 2024. She has an MA in Community Counseling from Adam's State University. Marcy has worked with a wide array of mental health problems, from Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, Depression, and Anxiety to life challenges and stress. She believes that building a connection with her clients is very important. Marcy also incorporates CBT, family dynamics, relationship skills, art therapy, and cinema therapy with her clients. Outside of work, Marcy enjoys movies, TV, animals (especially her dogs), art, and being creative.
Allison Kayyem, a dedicated therapist at LifeStance Health in Colorado, is passionate about helping clients navigate life's complexities with greater clarity and confidence. Serving individuals across a range of ages"?from teens to adults"
Amy Dixon is a Licensed Social Worker in Colorado who has been practicing since 2024. Amy helps people find value in themselves and reprocess negative beliefs and actions through CBT, ACT, DBT, and PRT therapies. Outside of work, Amy loves being a grandma. She is interested in helping people become Trauma-informed.
Aubree Kocher has spent over twenty years devoted to the enrichment and education of children and their families. Working as an elementary school music teacher in all grade levels, she taught the fundamentals of elementary music, providing a supportive and skill building environment for students of all learning capacities. Additionally, she provided home piano instruction for many students and their families. In 2015, Aubree shifted her focus from education to marriage and family therapy, pursuing and receiving her master's degree. Volunteering for Salvation Army for over 2 years as a counselor in their residential rehabilitation facility in Honolulu, she saw the great need to reach the families of clients with substance abuse and economic hardships. Following her volunteer position, Aubree went on to find a deeper passion for working with Hawaii's youth as an Intensive In-home therapist, with certification in treating anxiety disorders in children and adolescents.
When you meet with Luke, you'll feel welcomed, accepted, honored, and understood"?all foundational components of a successful therapeutic relationship. You'll also enjoy Luke's sense of humor and share laughs when appropriate. Working together with Luke, clients can overcome generalized anxiety, depression, and anger. They also can ""
My Background and Approach: I am an outpatient therapist, who identifies as non-binary, with two master's degrees in Cinical Mental Health Counseling and Art Therapy. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, where the therapeutic relationship is a partnership, we may use a combination of DBT, CBT, SFBT, and/or Art Therapy in individual therapy virtually. Through utilizing the creative process, I encourage you to engage in your own self-improvement base on your chosen goals, objectives, and themes of exploration. My Personal Beliefs and Interests: I believe that we are all doing the best that we can with the information and awareness we hold in our mind, body, and spirit, through experience, biology and from generations passed down. When we gain more clarity and awareness through self-expression and creativity our ability to change is greater.
Sue McCullough is a Licensed Clinicial Social Worker who has been practicing since 1999. She graduated from the University of Houston Graduate School of Social Work with a Master Degree in Social Work specializing in mental health. Sue believes in a client centered approach to treatment, adding empathy and humor to her approach. Her main areas of focus include complex trauma and dissociation, depression, anxiety, issues associated with trauma brain injury, and grief related issues. As Sue's husband had a TBI, she understands what those who have had a TBI and their loved ones go through. In her spare time Sue loves to sing, spend time in nature, travel, sew and cross-stich, and enjoy her grandson, her new boyfriend!.
Mardi L. Chambers, LCSW Mardi L. Chambers is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Colorado who has been practicing since 1994. Mardi has more than 25 years in the field of Social Work/Therapy. She has worked in several settings including: Pediatric Clinics, Schools, Outpatient Clinics, and provided In Home Therapy for more than 13 years for teenagers and their families. Mardi specializes in Young Adult issues, Grief, Trauma, Chronic and Acute Medical conditions, Mid-Life Transition issues and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. In her spare time, Mardi enjoys spending time with her dogs, cats and snakes. She also loves watching football, both college and pro, and catching Av's hockey. She also loves to watch old TV shows, cook, and ride her stationary bike in preparation for 5ks.
Hannah works with individuals who are looking to gain insight into themselves and improve their quality of life. She seeks to understand each individual holistically, including their backgrounds and the strengths they already possess to provide an individualized approach. Hannah believes that establishing a strong alliance with her clients is essential to getting the most out of therapy and creating lasting change. Through this alliance, she partners with her clients to explore and address thought and behavior patterns that serve as barriers to enjoying life fully.
Jackie Batterman is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Colorado who has been practicing since 2017. She has a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work and a Master's Degree in Social Work. Jackie will actively listen to the client's needs and help empower them to become the best versions of themselves by working with them to change their thought patterns as well as perceptions. She also educates and guides them on the use of coping skills to help reduce their overall symptoms so they can enjoy and live their best lives. Outside of work, Jackie enjoys yoga, paddle boarding, kayaking, hiking, hanging with her doggies, reading, traveling and learning about astrology and philosophy.