Female therapists in Aurora, Colorado CO
Female
Amanda Tinkey
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
I have worked with folks from all walks of life, and in many different practice settings. This has given me the foundational knowledge to work with so many different people, and to specialize in the topics I am passionate about. We will go at a pace that we set together, with goals that we set together.
If you are looking for an LGBTQIA+ affirming provider who wants to collaborate with you, and help you recongize your own strengths, we may be a good fit.
7 Years Experience
Female
Ms. Heather O'Neil
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSW, LCSW
I help people to have compassion for themselves and understand patterns of thinking and behavior that hold them back from change. We collaboratively discover coping strategies and mindfulness skills that enable clients to thrive rather than just survive. I bring 26 years of experience to my work in helping clients create clear goals and facilitate change. It is such an honor and a gift to participate in this journey with clients.
28 Years Experience
Female
ANIMAL ASSISTED INTERVENIONS
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
I am accepting new patients! Animal Assisted Therapy is a goal-directed intervention in which an animal is an integral part of the treatment process. AAT is directed, delivered and documented by a licensed health/human service professional with a specific clinical goal for a particular individual in mind. An animal assisted therapist operates from a theoretical foundation and facilitates change in a client through the clients interactions with an animal. Animal Assisted Interventions operates from a cognitive behavioral approach utilizing canines to effectively assist in a clients journey through the stages of change.
With over 25 years of experience, I specialize in children, adolescents and adults who are experiencing difficulty in their daily functioning. Specifically those issues that stem from past traumatic experiences and memories that may also be leading to attachment, trust and relationship issues.
In addition to animal assisted CBT and EMDR, I also specialize in life coaching and skill building such as job searching and training, parenting, academic achievement, affordable housing/healthcare, etc. Life skills and coaching are based on a comprehensive Bio-Psyco-Social-Spiritual assessment completed during the initial free consultation.
19 Years Experience
Female
Alexis Adams
Psychiatric Nurse/Therapist
As an experienced Nurse Practitioner with 12 years in healthcare, my passion lies in providing exceptional mental health services and medication management. Throughout my journey, I have honed my expertise across multiple specialties, catering to diverse age groups to include pediatrics and adults. Working closely with clients facing various mental health diagnoses, I have developed a deep understanding of their unique needs. My commitment to empowering individuals is reflected in my ability to create personalized treatment plans that align with clients’ goals and values.
My approach encompasses empathy, compassion, and evidence-based practices. I have taken a special academic and research interest in the link between lifestyle, environmental exposure, inflammation and psychopathology that informs my practice.
13 Years Experience
Female
Kim Colna
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Kim Colna is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 13 years of experience providing evidence based mental health services to children, adults, and families to include diagnostic assessment, individual, family, and group psychotherapy. Kim utilizes a variety of treatment modalities as clinically indicated such as, (but not limited to) Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Play Therapy, Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), and solution focused therapy combined with a strength based approach to help her patients and families achieve their desired goals.
Kim has extensive experience in treating pediatric and adult Anxiety, OCD, ADHD, Trauma/PTSD, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Substance Use Disorders, mental health conditions secondary to a chronic illness, Conversion and Functional Disorders, Eating Disorders, and Psychosis. Most recently, Kim has been dedicating the majority of her time in private practice specializing in pediatric and young adult OCD and Anxiety utilizing CBT with ERP and family therapy as appropriate.
Kim has a demonstrated history of providing quality patient care in a variety of clinical and academic settings to include hospitals, inpatient psychiatric facilities, residential/rehabilitation treatment facilities, nursing homes, outpatient clinics, schools, correctional facilities, community and home based services. In addition to her work at Wellcova Health, Kim is also affiliated with Pediatric Mental Health Institute at Children’s Hospital Colorado and the University of Colorado School of Medicine where Kim has worked for the last 7 years in the outpatient, inpatient, emergency and consultative department. Prior to 2014, Kim worked at Virginia Tech Carilion in Roanoke, Virginia in a similar capacity before relocating to Colorado. With that said, Kim continues to work at Children’s Hospital Colorado on a limited basis on a multi-disciplinary team on the Psychiatry Consultation and Liaison Service where she provides clinical services to children who are medically ill with a comorbid or contributing mental health condition. Along with direct clinical care, Kim has a passion for learning and teaching, She values the importance of continued education and research for mental health providers and is affiliated with the University of Denver as an Adjunct Professor in the Graduate School of Social Work. In her free time Kim enjoys spending time outdoors skiing and riding horses and enjoying the mountains of Colorado as well as travelling with friends and family.
16 Years Experience
Female
Megan Aliffi
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Megan Aliffi is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Animal Assisted Therapist. Ms. Aliffi has been practicing evidence-based individual, family and group therapy as well as diagnostic assessment since 2015. Ms. Aliffi provides a unique focus on strength-based interventions to make therapy enjoyable as well as highly effective. Specific interventions include: CBT, DBT, TF-CBT, CPT, Trauma-Informed Care, Family Systems, Behavior Management and Parent Management Training. She maintains extensive experience in crisis-intervention, bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety, trauma and OCD.
Ms. Aliffi has practiced in a variety of settings including hospitals, outpatient clinics, homes and schools. Ms. Aliffi was a Clinical Program Supervisor and therapist at Griffith Centers for Children for 3 years. At the beginning of Ms. Aliffi's career, she worked in therapeutic foster care at SAFY and as an outpatient provider at Children's Hospital.
Ms. Aliffi strives to engage each client in a trusting and compassionate relationship to provide the highest quality service. When working with children, Ms. Aliffi delivers a creative approach to therapy by incorporating interests, strengths and social support.
9 Years Experience
Female
Wellcova Health Services
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Compassionate, Integrative, Evidence Based Mental Health Treatment for All. Let Wellcova Health Services help you or your family achieve optimal brain health and wellness!
17 Years Experience
Female
Jessica Harris
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Jessica is a Licensed Professional Counselor as well as a Licensed Professional School Counselor K-12. Over the past 7 years she has worked in community mental health and school settings on the east coast and Denver. Jessica is trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), principles of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Synergetic Play Therapy, Trust Based Relational Intervention (TBRI), Brainspotting, principles of Theraplay, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy. She offers an unconditional positive regard and non-judgmental space for all.
8 Years Experience
Female
Candice Dow
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC,
As a counselor, it is my passion to create supportive, grounded and non-judgmental therapeutic relationships. My goal in therapy is to encourage insight and connection. I have a wide range of experience working with diverse individuals and I value inclusivity of all gender identities, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds and life experiences. It is my hope to stand next to you as you navigate your unique life transitions. Whether you are seeking to gain a better understanding of your personal journey or are hoping to tackle specific obstacles, I would be honored to help you navigate your personal growth and development. I see therapy as an opportunity to set your goals into action while having a place to process all that comes with making change.
5 Years Experience
Female
Lisa Ali, H3 Therapy, LLC (Healing, Hope and Harmony)
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
I work collaboratively with clients who are struggling with feelings of anxiety, life transitions, genuine connections, relationship issues, attachment, bonding and adoption-related issues. I believe in the strength of families and individuals and I will collaborate with you by building on those strengths during the therapeutic process. I believe we all have strengths we can draw from which make us a stronger healthier human being. I believe in looking at therapy as a part of a holistic maintenance we as humans should all participate in. We are exercising our brains and emotions to strengthen who we are and who we strive to be.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Colorado. Since 2005, I have worked with children, teens and adults who have experienced neglect/abuse, trauma, depression, anxiety, adoption struggles, lack of a sense of belonging, life transitions, grief and loss and attachment challenges.
If you're looking for support, empathy, encouragement, and someone to challenge you, I invite you to contact me to start or continue on your journey of change where you can find healing, hope and harmony one session at a time.
19 Years Experience