It isn't always easy to appreciate the little things in life when you are dealing with depression issues. The warmth of the sun does not feel nearly as comforting as it should when you're having anxious thoughts. This is something that can steal away your happiness and it will make it very tough to get through your daily life.

You should never try to take on this burden alone, as there are people who will be ready to stand by your side. Contacting a Larkspur area counselor will allow you to start making progress. They understand what it is like to go through depression and anxiety issues. With the right help, it will be possible to take control of your life and feel happy once again.

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Julie Uhernik

Offering therapy in CO
License: RN, LPC, NCC
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseSelf esteemCoaching
23 years of experience

As a Counselor, I provide a warm and supportive environment for you when you take steps toward a more fulfilling life in your health, your relationships, your outlook.As a Registered Nurse, I bring medical knowledge and a healing approach.In combination, I can help you to move towards wholeness, an integration of the emotional, physical, relational and spiritual. My specialties: Individuals, Couples, Families Relationship Issues: Parenting/Adolescent Concerns Pre-marital Counseling/Marriage enrichment Divorce Recovery Remarriage, Blending Families Health and Wellness Issues: Infertility Stress Management Chronic Illness Grief, Depression,Anxiety Trauma Life Transistions I have been in counseling practice for twenty years and have clinical nursing experience since 1980.I am a board certified Life Coach specializing in Wellness. In addition, I have worked in public health- emergency preparedness and am a volunteer disaster mental health responder for the American Red Cross. Take the first step to help. I look forward to working with you!

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Caroline Clark

Offering therapy in CO
Family conflictsTrauma and abuseParenting issuesAnger managementADHD
5 years of experience

I am licensed in Colorado with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with depression, anxiety, family conflict, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, & anger management. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

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Dr. Anastasia Imig

Offering therapy in CO
License: PhD,LMHC,LPC
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseSelf esteemCoping with life changes
18 years of experience

She overcame everything that was meant to destroy her. -Rumi Gets me every time I read it. My name is Anastasia Imig and I have been a counselor for over 15 years, specializing in women's issues, including grief and loss, life transitions, relationships, work-home balance, and trauma. I am licensed in both Washington (LMHC) and Colorado (LPC) and use our interpersonal connection- and perhaps some of the expressive arts (sometimes we can't always find the words, so we might get creative with art, music, or story)- to help deepen understanding and foster hope. Your journey is sacred, meaningful and uniquely yours. I have the most wonderful and important job supporting you as you navigate the minor, the seemingly insurmountable, and everything in between. I have no doubt in your, or any woman's, ability to overcome. Truly.

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Rebecca Winter

Offering therapy in CO
License: MA, LPCC
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseDepression
6 years of experience

Hi! I’m a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Kentucky and Licensed Professional Counselor in Colorado - with six years of experience in Kentucky, Alaska, and Colorado. I have worked with individuals, families, and couples in private practice, outpatient, and community mental health. I have helped people cope with the uncertainty, fear, and loss that comes with COVID-19. I have worked with anxiety and depression. I have helped individuals who feel paralyzed by racial injustice, domestic violence, trauma, and spiritual crisis. I have worked with people who want to find ways to better cope with stress and relationship distress. I feel honored to work as a counselor to provide a space to help people air out the issues that are bothering them and to support them in moving towards wholeness, empowerment, and peace. The techniques I use include: Gestalt Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Behavioral Activation Technique (BAT), Person Centered Recovery Planning (PCRP), Feminist Psychology, Multicultural, and intersectionality perspectives, Psychodrama and improv therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Solution Based Therapy, somatic, dance, and movement therapies, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Trauma Reprocessing Method, mindfulness, and nature-based therapy. Evidence based methods and treatment planning are utilized to avoid “forever therapy” and to better help employ your abilities to address the issue at hand and complete therapy. And come back when you are ready to work again. My approach is eclectic. I strive to learn evidence based methods on an ongoing basis, to keep up to date on the current clinical, peer reviewed literature and material, receive supervision, and apply the most effective tools, appropriately matched to you. Patients say that I am compassionate, personable, and effective. My focus is to understand your needs and hopes, to help you touch the places that are bothering you with compassion and empathy, and help those places integrate towards wholeness, peace, and acceptance.

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Trevor Brown

Offering therapy in CO
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsParenting issues
7 years of experience

I am licensed in Colorado with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, & family conflicts. I also have experience working with parenting issues. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

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Corinna Evans

Offering therapy in CO
Stress, AnxietyParenting issuesSelf esteemDepression
3 years of experience

Hi, I am Corinna Evans, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Colorado and National Certified Counselor (NCC). I received my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Sociology from University of Colorado Colorado Springs and my Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and School Counseling from Adams State University. I have spent the last eight years working with children and adolescents in an inpatient psychiatric hospital. I also have four years of experience as a School Counselor at both the elementary and high school level. In addition, I have completed the facilitator training for Positive Solutions for Families. Therefore, I also have extensive experience working with parents to help alleviate challenging behaviors with their children and increase positive, evidence based parenting strategies. In telehealth counseling I am passionate about continuing to work with children, adolescents, and their parents. In addition, I am also eager to do individual counseling with adult clients as well as couples counseling. I have training in Prepare Enrich, a premarital counseling program. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. The only person that can truly make that happen is you. As therapists, we are here to help guide you but ultimately it’s your journey. The first step is taking “a step”. I understand the difference quality therapy can make in someone’s life so let’s take that step together. I am here to support & empower you in your journey.

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Dr. Farah Ibrahim

Offering therapy in CO
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseSelf esteem
35 years of experience

I am a licensed psychologist in Colorado with over 35 years of professional work experience. I have also been a professor at four major research universities and have taught and supervised master's. and doctoral students. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts (specifically intergenerational issues), trauma and abuse. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. My expertise includes understanding cultural identity, and sociopolitical issues that affect client lives,. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. I am here to support & empower you in your journey.

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Abigail Bensko

Offering therapy in CO
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseDepressionCoping with life changes
3 years of experience

I am licensed in Colorado with 3 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, & depression. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

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Vivian Roberts

Offering therapy in CO
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsAnger managementSelf esteem
5 years of experience

I am licensed in Colorado with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, & intimacy related issues. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

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Barbara Schwenke

Offering therapy in CO
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
4 years of experience

Congratulations for taking the first step to better mental health! It takes courage! I am an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) and ADDC (Addiction Counseling Candidate) licensed in Colorado with 4 years of professional experience. I have experience in helping clients learn to handle stress and anxiety, depression, to cope with addictions move toward recovery, and improve self motivation, self esteem, and self confidence. I also work with those seeking career exploration, life coaching, handling life transitions and geriatric issues. I work with my clients in a collaborative manner to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment and goals can be attained. I offer a warm, person centered, safe space where you can feel completely comfortable and be yourself! Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life is an important process! I am here to support you in your journey.

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How to find counseling in Larkspur

Finding the best therapist close by in Larkspur can feel challenging, but know that once you narrow your search for a counselor serving your area, you can find a therapist in your city that is accepting new clients and fits your goals. Whether you're struggling with depression, anxiety, marriage, family issues, or other emotional challenges, feel proud that you have begun your search to find the mental health care services that work best for you in order to begin your personal journey towards emotional healing.

Understanding the type of therapy you'd like to search for is crucial before finding a therapist or psychologist in Larkspur. Perhaps you're interested in narrowing your search for a psychotherapist that can offer psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), talk therapy, provide group therapy, marriage and family therapy for individuals or couples, or couples therapy. Each type of therapy can offer various benefits and address or treat different disorders. If you're still unsure or are new to counseling in Larkspur, feel free to contact the provider via email to find out which methods they practice.

It is also important to understand that mental health professionals in the United States are accredited to provide care, helping individuals and couples, with a variety of licenses. These include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinical psychologist or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, they are trained to treat individuals and couples counseling, and sometimes children, in any type of therapy. Find a therapist under any of these distinctions and know that the sessions they offer can provide a safe place to heal.

Mental health professionals working through their own in- person therapy practice in Larkspur or online may assist clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, or change in negative thinking patterns. They may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain. Verified providers can provide licensed marriage and couples therapy, tailor to individual needs, and create a therapeutic relationship as a National Certified Counselor.

There are all kinds of therapists working with clients today across the United States and in the greater Larkspur area in different types of therapy, including:

  • CBT
  • DBT
  • Substance use therapy
  • Couples therapy

When you're ready to start your search and find therapists, have in mind what type of therapy you'd like your provider to be most experienced with and choose an experienced provider with a practice located near you in the city of Larkspur, elsewhere in Douglas, or in the greater state of Colorado.

Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

Some other commonly asked questions on therapy with a licensed counselor and BetterHelp serving the Larkspur area can be found below:

How does the cost of in-person counseling compare to the cost of BetterHelp with a licensed Larkspur therapist?

The average price of an in-person therapy session in the US is $100 to $200 per hour. These prices may be higher in Larkspur due to a higher cost of living. The price also depends on the type of provider you are looking for. See the following average prices for various mental health providers without insurance:

  • Counseling with a psychiatrist: $150-$500
  • Counseling with therapists: $100-300
  • Therapy with a psychologist: $100

While many psychologists in Larkspur may not take health insurance, some in the state of Colorado may work on a sliding scale, meaning they'll factor in your income and charge what you can afford per session. With BetterHelp or clinicians throughout the state of Colorado you can expect significantly more affordable options, with sessions ranging from $65 to $100 per week (billed every four weeks).

How is a licensed therapist on this online therapy platform verified?

Therapists in Larkspur, Colorado working on BetterHelp are licensed, trained, experienced, and accredited as a doctor of psychology (PhD / PsyD), licensed marriage and family therapists (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW / LICSW), or licensed professional counselors (LPC). All of these psychology clinicians have a Masters Degree or a Doctorate Degree in their field of psychology sciences, and follow the APA Code of Ethics. They have been qualified and certified by their state's professional board after successfully completing the necessary education, exams, training and practice with a patient, and extensive experience in a healthcare clinic or treatment centers, in order to become a mental health provider. While their lived experience, expertise, careers, and background vary, they all possess at least 3 years and 1,000 hours of hands-on experience with adult and sometimes teen patients, and have the necessary therapist credentials to provide a safe space for long lasting emotional healing in therapy. 

Please note BetterHelp does not offer or provide care from psychiatrists to prescribe a drug as treatment, or perform psychological assessments.

How does working with a counselor in BetterHelp online therapy sessions work?

BetterHelp clinicians treat clients online across the United States (individuals and couples) through life transitions, inner child exploration, long term depression or anxiety, and more. An online mental health professional, including the therapists in Larkspur above, can work with young adults, children, adolescents, and adults virtually as an accredited licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) or licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT). You do not have to commute to a an office as a psychotherapy client.

Through BetterHelp therapy, you can partake in video, phone, or live chat therapy sessions with your licensed therapist. You can work through various symptoms, use the in app journaling feature, and receive worksheets. You'll also find support groups or group therapy lead by a therapist in Larkspur helping individuals on topics including managing life transitions, symptoms affecting sexual health, behavioral health, coping skills for anxiety or depression, trauma, stress, marriage counseling, and more. 

What mental health issues can psychotherapy address?

BetterHelp's verified Larkspur therapists specialize and have clinical experience in a wide range of mental health issues and modalities, helping clients to feel better and improve their lives every day. See below for examples.

Specialties on BetterHelp include:

You may also be struggling with relationship problems that could be addressed in couples therapy or with a sex therapist. In that case, you may choose to work with one of BetterHelp's experienced cognitive-behavioral therapists or licensed marriage family therapists (LMFT) who work with clients in relationships. You can also try a Larkspur therapy provider through BetterHelp's sister platform, ReGain, which is dedicated to couples and spouses worldwide. 

How do I know if online counseling is right for my family?

One of the potentially rewarding aspects of working with a therapist is the validation and active listening they can provide. Your friends and loved ones may also be available to listen, but you may feel that they may lack the skills to provide objective guidance. Counselors are trained to respond to various concerns, symptoms, and mental health conditions.

A psychologist in your city can support you toward a healthier emotional state, regardless of your mental health, life concerns, or healing needs. While supporting individuals in developing healthier habits, another good benefit of therapy is having an understanding, safe space with a non-judgmental party who can support you through challenging experiences.

Many people have sensitive topics that they may feel ashamed to discuss with their friends or partner. A Larkspur therapist can help you confront these concerns and open up through unique methods of support. There are also many types of therapy, such as art therapy, where you may find you can express yourself through creativity instead of words.

With a lot of people in CO, providers may be booked out with clients. Through the list of profiles above and others within BetterHelp's team, you may be able to find a psychologist within 24 to 48 hours. If you're searching to find a a nearby psychotherapist close to 80118 or the surrounding zip codes, consider others available through the BetterHelp site. No matter if you are seeking help in your area or beyond, online therapy can be a great option.

How should I prepare for my first therapy session with a Larkspur counselor?

Before seeing your therapist, prep for your session by reading to understand the therapy process. You might write a list of questions you want to ask your psychotherapist, any emotional pain you may feel, and the ways in which you hope to improve. When you attend your session, let them know if you have any concerns about therapy or feel unsure about what to talk about. They may help guide you with open-ended therapeutic questions. The first session will often serve as an intake to get to know you as a person and learn why you're attending therapy.

Should I find a therapist or psychologist if I feel fine? 

Some simply don't feel the need to see a psychologist. However, some people may avoid attending therapy due to stigma or preconceived notions of what therapy entails. Although psychologists often support people with mental health conditions, you do not need a diagnosis or condition to attend therapy. You can discuss grief, relationship concerns, stress, or life changes and ask for general feedback and advice. A Larkspur licensed clinical social worker may help you gain power over your life and emotions while you navigate day-to-day experiences.

Gaining a new perspective on yourself through various therapies might allow you to improve your self-esteem, work through relationships, and gain a better sense of your mental health goals. The success you may find through therapy can be dependent on your process.

People may also attend therapy for specific motives, such as bullying, an autism diagnosis, a desire to learn mindfulness meditation, personality concerns, trouble with office workers, specific phobias, and many other principles.

Is mental health care and therapy worth it? 

Therapy is effective and has the power to change individuals' lives. Each client is at a different stage of their emotional healing journey in life, as each human can be unique in their personality, expression, skills, and goals. A psychologist can target various symptoms, experiences, and personalities to help you feel your best and put you on the path to healing. Unlike advice from a friend, family, or non-professional, a mental health professional has an understanding of various disorders like ADHD and depression with many hours of experience in treating adults in their practice. For this reason, seeing an evidence based psychologist in Larkspur, Colorado can be worth it. Over 41 million adults in the US attend therapy services each year, showing it's a popular option and is proven to be effective.

Larkspur has many clinicians who practice person or client-centered individual therapy in-person and through online therapy to assist clients in their healing journey. If you opt into online therapy, you might also be able to meet with providers all over the United States and change therapists easily at any time. Many people struggling with anxiety and depression, substance abuse, body image issues, and more find therapists that are a good fit for them, feel supported, and gain further insight into their lives through internet-based therapy.

Do therapists judge you in therapy sessions?

The boundaries between you and a therapist are in place to help you and them regarding ethical concerns. Mental health professionals are held by ethical standards through the American Psychological Association (APA) and are not allowed to judge or harm their clients. If you are concerned about sharing details about yourself, feel free to withhold personal information. Their job in the therapeutic relationship is to create a safe place, help you gain a deeper understanding of your mental health, and support you. You might consider changing counselors if you don't feel safe or respected.

Stay up to date with the leading online counseling platform

To stay up to date with BetterHelp's initiatives through their social channels, you can follow them on Pinterest, LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. For mental health tips, check out the BetterHelp YouTube channel.

Take some time today to learn more about the team of therapists at BetterHelp to understand the services available to you clearly. If you are new to therapy or have any questions about the services and terms, please reach out through the contact page or send an email to contact@betterhelp.com.

If you’re ready to sign up for online therapy, consider signing up with a platform like BetterHelp and get matched within 24 to 48 hours.

If you are experiencing a crisis or emergency, don't use this site's online services. If you are in life-threatening danger, call 911. If you require support for a crisis, reach out to the hotlines below:

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