Therapists for college students near University of Colorado Boulder

Have you ever thought to yourself— “I need someone to talk to, but struggle to open up”... “I just can’t seem to snap out of this sadness”... “I feel like I have no sense of direction”... “I feel overwhelmed”... Feeling lost, overwhelmed, or stuck can make life a constant struggle. Sometimes, our subconscious thoughts lead us to repeat the same actions even when we want to change, creating a cycle that feels difficult to break. If you're struggling with anxiety, depression, or a past trauma, you don't have to do it alone. It takes great courage to open up to someone and ask for help. If you’re ready to take that step, I’m here to support and empower you to learn, grow and process whatever is on your mind. I provide counseling to children and adults and utilize a solutions-focused, strengths-based approach. Please call or send a message if you think we might be a good fit.

Monica I. Romero is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Colorado who has been practicing since 2017. She has a Master?s degree in Social Work with additional training in Clinical Practice. Monica offers a safe, client-centered space for you to share your thoughts and feelings without judgement. She strives to ensure clients feel supported while exploring complex issues. Monica is passionate about creating meaningful connections and committed to helping clients achieve balance and vitality in their lives. In her personal time, Monica enjoys nature, kayaking, and reading.

Erin Daugherty, LPCC, is a compassionate therapist at LifeStance Health, dedicated to helping individuals in Colorado navigate their mental health journey with personalized care and support. Erin works with a wide range of clients, including children, adolescents, and adults, to address various mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, and trauma. Her approach is rooted in the belief that every individual has the potential for growth and healing, and she is committed to empowering her clients to discover their strengths and achieve their goals. Erin has a particular passion for integrating art therapy into her practice, using creative expression as a tool for healing and self-discovery. She specializes in working with clients facing gender identity issues, PTSD, and school avoidance. By incorporating art therapy, Erin helps her clients develop somatic awareness, mindfulness, and confidence, fostering a deeper connection with themselves and their experiences. She is especially dedicated to creating a safe and inclusive space for LGBTQ+ individuals, supporting them through their unique challenges and helping them build resilience.

Susan Dawson is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Colorado who has been practicing since 2022. She has a BA in Liberal Studies with a Human Development emphasis from California State University and an MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Adams State University. Susan believes that a strong, collaborative, and non-judgmental, therapeutic relationship is key to a successful client experience. She has a genuine desire to know and compassionately support the mind, body, and spirit of her clients. She takes a holistic and integrative approach to helping clients tap into their strengths and identify the barriers, vulnerabilities, and unhelpful patterns that are keeping them stuck. Susan's role is to help clients set attainable goals and provide tools for finding empowerment, meaningful connections, self-acceptance, peace of mind, and whole-person wellness. Her hope is that her clients leave treatment feeling resilient, balanced, healthy, and ready to experience all the joy that life has to offer.

Jenifer R. Fischer, LCSW Jenifer R. Fischer is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Colorado who has been practicing since 1992. She has a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Religion from Miami University and a Master of Social Work from Yeshiva University, Wurzweiler School of Social Work. Jenifer believes in a holistic approach to help clients improve their overall well-being - mind and body. She supports the uniqueness of each person and integrates evidence-based practices such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, solution-focused brief therapy, and psychoeducation into treatment. In her spare time, Jenifer enjoys spending time outdoors, running, cycling, hiking, and skiing. She likes cooking and baking, reading, and playing with her two dogs.

Annie Bomberg is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She graduated from the University of Denver with a master's degree in social work. She has been practicing psychotherapy since 2002 and has over 20 years of experience working in the hospice field. Annie sees clients from a holistic, strengths-based perspective. She uses a variety of modalities based on her clients' needs and preferences, including CBT, Mindfulness, Somatic Experiencing, Family Systems, Systemic Constellations, dreamwork, ACT, DBT, and Motivational Interviewing. She also enjoys offering interventions using art materials, writing, poetry, music, and nature experiences. Annie's main areas of focus include grief, trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, coping with chronic and life-limiting illness, anticipatory grief, caregiver stress, and end-of-life issues. In her spare time, Annie enjoys hiking, yoga, creative endeavors, and hanging out with her partner, friends, and family.

Jeff Kupfer is a Psychologist in Colorado who has been practicing since 1985. He received his doctoral degree in Psychology from the University of Florida, specializing in the experimental analysis of behavior and conducting research in animal models of learning and psychopathology. Stress and uncertainty at home, school, or work can cause disruptions in things that matter most. These interfere with our happiness and productivity, giving rise to self-defeating statements and interfering actions. Individuals with whom we live, and work are affected. Where do we turn when there are so many triggers for problems and consequences seem out of control? With a new perspective, most of these problems can be solved. Jeff can help you develop effective personal strategies to get control back in your life. Outside oof work, Jeff enjoys playing piano, reading, cooking, and spending time with his wife. They have two wonderful dogs and try to live up to their expectations.

Savannah grew up in small town Arkansas where she developed a deep love for family, community, creativity, and learning. She loves reading epic fantasy novels, going to new restaurants, traveling the world, and being quick to laugh. Savannah went on to get her B.A. in Psychology and Leadership, and continued in her pursuit of helping others into getting her Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. While Savannah does work with individuals, as well as couples and families, the training and education she received in Marriage and Family Therapy informs her perspective that context and history are hugely influential in the process of knowing oneself and creating change. Savannah works to be someone who clients can easily talk to about their problems and feelings, creating a confidential and dependable environment, and actively seeking out opportunities for change.

Melissa Nelson is a Limited Professional Counselor in Colorado who has been practicing since 2021. She received her BS in Psychology, and a Master?s of Science in Clinical Counseling. Melissa works closely with her clients to meet their needs for their mental health, supporting them with the tools to maintain their needs and creating a safe place to process all of life?s difficult situations that can be overwhelming to do alone. Melissa often combines techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and narrative therapy to help her clients not only conquer what is difficult in their life, but to learn how to do it for themselves confidently in the future. In her free time, Melissa likes to draw and can often be found gardening in her yard.

Launa LaPorta, LPC, is an individual psychotherapist, who has been practicing since 2016. She graduated from The University of Denver, Denver CO, with a MA in Clinical Counseling Psychology. Launa believes in providing client centered, trauma informed, and psychodynamic therapy with a strong utilization of clinical interventions based on client's desired areas of growth and needs. She is focused on deep work that starts from the very foundations of the human condition; uncovering and processing experiences and patterns of thinking and behavior to develop a more meaningful and substantial therapeutic processing of acceptance, change and the importance of valuing client's own experience. Her main areas of focus include an array of mental health diagnoses and co-occurring disorders/issues, especially; depression, anxiety, PTSD, substance use, eating disorders, personality disorders and etc. In her spare time, Launa enjoys painting, (or anything artistic/creative), spending time with family, friends, and her beloved and spoiled two cats.

Kevin Jones is a Board-Certified Psychiatrist in Arizona who has been practicing since 2006. Kevin treats ADHD, Schizophrenia spectrum and other psychotic disorders, Bipolar and related disorders, Depressive disorders, Anxiety disorders, Obsessive-Compulsive and related disorders, Trauma and stressor-related disorders, Insomnia Disorder, Substance-Related and Addictive Disorders, TMS, and offers Supportive & Motivational psychotherapy. In his spare time, Kevin enjoys theatre, golf, tennis, piano, reading, and ballroom dancing.

Joe Benedetti, practicing at LifeStance Health, offers compassionate and expert mental health support to individuals across Colorado. With a focus on helping patients regain control of their internal voice, Joe works to strengthen confidence and optimism, essential for achieving positive outcomes. He serves a wide range of age groups, including teens, adults, and seniors, and is dedicated to assisting those struggling with anxiety, depression, and dual diagnoses. Joe understands the profound impact of negative self-talk and harsh self-evaluation and is committed to helping his patients overcome these barriers to accomplish their goals. Specializing in anxiety, negative thinking, and depression, Joe Benedetti is particularly passionate about treating men?s mental health and addressing the intricate connection between the mind and body. Joe also provides motivational interviewing to support individuals in making meaningful changes in their lives.

Eileen Lang is a licensed clinical social worker and a licensed addiction counselor with over 30 years of experience working with clients with mental health and addiction issues. She graduated from New York University School of Social Work and is originally from New York but, has been in Colorado for over 25 years. She specializes in helping clients manage anxiety, depression or bipolar disorder and/or come to terms with grief and loss or find closure to trauma. She believes life is a journey and you have the power to chart your own course. She can help you develop your own goals and learn that you are braver, stronger and smarted that you ever thought.

Dr. Ryan Brown is a Psychiatrist in Texas who has been practicing since 2020. Dr. Brown earned his Bachelor's degree in history from Southwestern University and his medical degree from The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. He completed a residency in general psychiatry at the University of North Carolina Medical Center and a fellowship in child and adolescent psychiatry at the University of Texas Dell Medical School. Dr. Brown has experience and specialization in the treatment of acute mental illness, developmental disorders, and integrated whole person mental health care. Dr. Brown has extensive experience with both children and adults with a variety of diagnoses. Most recently he was an assistant professor with the University of Texas Dell Medical School in Austin and the medical director of Pediatric consult psychiatry at Dell Children's Hospital. Here he led an outpatient clinic focused on developmental disorders such as Autism, Trisomy 21, 5p partial monosomy, and other genetic disorders. He also ran a separate general psychiatry clinic focused on the management of acute mental illness and prolonged stabilization for both children and young adults.

Liz Zuk is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Colorado who has been practicing since 2017. Liz specializes in working with children of all ages, their families, LGBTQIA+ youth, and Spanish-speaking families. She is also trained in Play Therapy. Outside of work, Liz enjoys spending time with her dog and cats, painting, cooking, playing piano, and spending time outdoors.

Dr. Nicholas Sahagian is a Psychiatrist in Illinois who has been practicing since 2023. He completed his MD and Adult Psychiatry Residency at the Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University and earned his BA in Neuroscience at Skidmore College. Dr. Sahagian has experience managing a broad array of complex psychiatric diagnoses in patients of diverse socioeconomic, cultural, and clinical backgrounds. He offers psychiatric medication management but also routinely incorporates elements of cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, lifestyle interventions, and family psychoeducation into his practice. Dr. Sahagian is trained in the biopsychosocial model and employs a collaborative and patient-centered approach to care. He strives to play the role of a supportive guide in the path to wellness of his patients. Outside of work, Dr. Sahagian feels happiest when surrounded by nature and loves hiking, biking and skiing.

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.