Therapists for college students near Colorado Christian University

Amber is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with more than 11 years of experience as a nurse. She recently earned her master's degree in nursing from Maryville University. She has spent the past four years of her career specializing in psychiatry, with experience in outpatient and inpatient settings. When meeting with Amber, you will be welcomed by an empathetic, holistic, and warm approach. She has experience helping clients struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, insomnia, substance abuse, and other psychiatric conditions. Her care is person-centered, and she believes in providing positive empowerment throughout her client's mental health journey. In her free time, Amber focuses on spending quality time with family and friends. She enjoys the mountains, hiking, reading, yoga, and traveling.

Marci Bieker is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Colorado who started practicing in 2006. She has a Master's Degree in Counseling. Marci believes in clients having autonomy and making choices in their treatment about what will work best for them. She uses Motivational Interviewing when interacting with her clients to help them have insight into their situations and also to find some possible solutions. Marci feels believe that clients will get out of therapy what they put into it and will often assign homework and challenge clients to get to the root of their issues and not just putting a Band-Aid on the problems. In her spare time, Marci enjoys camping, gardening, and hiking and also crafting and sewing.

Emily Neilsen is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Colorado who has been practicing since 2021. She received her master's degree in 2021 and has been working in mental health since. Emily helps clients work through past traumas in a way that will decrease trauma responses and fully enjoy the present day. She enjoys working with adults who are looking to take an active role in their own mental health and healing. Her specialties include working with trauma, anxiety, depression, identity, and life changes. Emily chooses to be in this field to be with people through the hard moments and to help clients gain healing and clarity through processing the past and making intentional steps towards reaching their goals. Emily's main passion is working with clients to heal from past trauma through the use of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. Outside of work, Emily enjoys country swing dancing, camping, and playing with her 2 German shepherds.

Joy is a Licensed Professional Counselor who has been practicing since 2019. She received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Medical Humanities from Baylor University and a Master of Arts degree in Mental Health Counseling from Denver Seminary. Joy's therapeutic approach combines action and insight by utilizing modalities including but not limited to DBT, CBT, TF-CBT, Attachment, Person-centered, Family Systems, and Structural Family Systems. She specializes in working with foster and adoptive families, members of the Queer community, and youth with high risk behaviors. In her spare time Joy enjoys hiking, practicing yoga, and playing pickleball. She is passionate about making mental healthcare accessible and investing in the field for the sake of its improvement and sustainability.

When you're in session with Marlee, you'll feel welcomed, heard, and valued in a safe space where you can explore vulnerable parts of yourself. You can show up however you are and will be met without judgement. Whether you are coming to counseling for the first time, need some extra support, or have clear goals in mind, Marlee will partner with you to support your vulnerable process of healing and growth. Marlee supports clients in a variety of life challenges, including but not limited to trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, self-esteem, family conflict, parenting issues, women's issues, and grief. She uses art materials, reflective listening, and humor to help clients feel engaged in session. Depending on client preferences, she can offer more structured tools, such as journaling prompts or guided worksheets. Marlee understands that each individual will have different needs and preferences and adjusts her approach accordingly. Marlee approaches healing from a strengths-based, client-centered orientation and uses art therapy to help individuals reach their goals. She also works from a social justice-oriented perspective and supports individuals consciously aware of how systems the individual operates in may impact their mental health.

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.

CammieAnn is a Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). She graduated from Texas Tech University of Health Sciences with her master of science in nursing as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. She has her certification through ANCC (American Nures Credentialing Center). CammieAnn believes in collaberative care with her patients and other medical/ mental health professionals. CammieAnn encourages them to be active participants in their treatment. She believes in evidence-based practices and empowering her patients through education. She believes medication works best with a combination of meds, effective coping techniques, and therapy. CammieAnn works with many mental health diagnoses and is passionate about bettering the lives of her patients. In CammieAnn's spare time, she enjoys comic conventions, chasing after her two young children while trying to give them new experiences, 3-D printing with her husband, thrifting with her mother, collecting crystals/gemstones/minerals, and crafting.

Stephanie Marsella is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Colorado who has been practicing since 2020. She obtained her Master's in Social Work from the University of Denver. Stephanie believes in taking time to build the therapeutic relationship to establish trust and rapport in the therapy setting. She utilizes a strength-based approach to support individuals in building their self-efficacy and confidence to improve their well-being outside of the therapy office. Stephanie takes a person-centered, holistic, and integrative approach in her work to tailor treatment planning and interventions to meet the needs of each individual she is working with. Outside of work, Stephanie enjoys spending time with family, friends, and her beloved dog, being outside in nature, reading and cooking new recipes she comes across.

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.

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"

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 ""

Struggling with depression or anxiety? Find yourself avoiding things rather than dealing with them? Find yourself beating yourself up on a regular basis? We can work on that. I have over 30 years of experience working with adults with depression and anxiety (mood disorders - major depression & bipolar and anxiety disorders - panic disorder, generalized anxiety, OCD, phobias, etc. ). I tend to take a Here & Now approach, focusing on not just talking, but taking action to make changes. I use cognitive behavior therapy and dialectical behavior therapy; I don't want to just talk about problems, I want to get people up and active and doing something to make changes in their lives. I use Cognitive Behavior Therapy as a primary method of treatment - it works quickly and tends to keep folks doing better in the long-run, as well.

Chrissy Louf is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Colorado with two years of experience. She has a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Colorado at CO Springs and a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Adams State University. Chrissy believes we are all looking for the opportunity to connect and contribute. She offers Individual Therapy and has expertise in treating anxiety, depression, and PTSD/Trauma. In her spare time, Chrissy enjoys the violin, video games, reading, and traveling.

Amanda Edmiston is a Licensed Social Worker with 7 years of experience working with chronic illness, depression, anxiety, LGBTQ+ issues, grief, life changes, and crisis intervention. Amanda works closely with adults and older adults using person-centered, solution-focused, and cognitive behavioral therapies, serving patients ages 15 and up. Amanda's experience in the medical industry assists her in providing a holistic approach to care; she has thrived working with patients from a wide range of cultural backgrounds. In her free time, Amanda enjoys reading, games, movies, spending time with family and friends, and tending to her plants and garden. She stays active in walking, skating, and riding her unicycle. Amanda received her Master's of Social Work from University of Denver and her Bachelor's of Social Work at Metropolitan State University of Denver.

I have an established history of experience assisting adults who are working through life adjustment and transition issues. These struggles can manifest in symptoms of anxiety, depression, sleep disturbance, isolation and fear. I believe in establishing a safe and supportive therapeutic setting where clients can build upon their strengths and resilience to enhance self-esteem, develop coping skills and create healthy support systems - tools that allow us to heal and move through challenging periods in life.

"I just don't feel like myself anymore"..."I feel stuck and unmotivated"..."I struggle with self-doubt and low confidence"..."I feel overwhelmed and exhausted all of the time"..."I want to change, but I don't know where to start". If you find yourself experiencing anxiety, low self-esteem and self-doubt, or a lack of motivation in life, I'm here to help you through. Please call or message me today to get started.

Originally from Memphis, Tennesee, Katheirne attended the University of Georgia for her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology. Following a stint in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, Katherine earned her master's degree in Clinical Mental Health from the University of Denver. Through her studies, she sought a better understanding of the human experience by looking at the way each individual story contributes to the greater cultural narrative. Katherine specializes in the treatment of eating disorders, ADHD, and trauma. To do this, she draws from the most evidence-based practices to create a connection that is both grounded in research and cultivated in authenticity. Katherine utilizes ACT, DBT, CBT, FBT (Family-Based Therapy), and EFFT. Over the past years of her practice, Katherine has worked at the inpatient, residential, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient levels of care. She has significant experience in treating Eating Disorders, Mood Disorders, and ADHD in children, adolescents, and young adults. Katherine also has experience working with families and caregivers.

Noelle Vignola, LCSW, CPC is a licensed social work therapist, as well as, professional and life coach. She has worked in counseling, coaching and healthcare for more than 30 years with a masters from Tulane University. She has received awards in ethics and healthcare. She focuses on result-based treatment targeted at alleviating symptoms and directing clients toward the healthy, vibrant life they want to live. Underlying issues are addressed immediately to bring about movement toward more functional ways of living and thriving. She believes everyone can achieve a beautiful and joy filled life.

Sarah Masten, DNP has called Colorado home for fifteen years. She completed her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Arizona State University in 2006. Sarah worked as Certified Neuroscience Registered Nurse and later a Certified Psychiatric Mental Health for several years before earning a Doctorate of Nursing Practice from Arizona State University in 2017. As an advanced practice nurse, she has worked in inpatient and outpatient mental health settings helping clients from diverse backgrounds to build a life worth living. Sarah uses a collaborative, evidence-based approach to medication management.

I’m Christina (she/her) and I partner with clients in a collaborative, comfortable, evidenced-based approach to navigate life stressors, trauma, depression, anxiety and other mental health concerns. My therapeutic style includes a safe space for all to explore their understanding of themselves and the world without judgment. My goal is to welcome all, to feel safe and heard. I am trained in EMDR, Brainspotting, CBT and DBT. If it is your first time in therapy or you have been doing therapy for years, let's open this chapter together.