Therapists for college students near University of Colorado Boulder

Young adults feeling anxious, lost, or in family struggles often crave a safe space to express themselves openly. Therapy offers just that, along with tools to manage emotions, navigate confusing situations, and build confidence. Through therapeutic methods I can help you find clarity about your goals, build healthier relationships, and ultimately reach your full potential. It's incredibly rewarding to witness your growth and self-discovery as you overcome challenges and embrace your unique journey. I utilize a variety of methods in my therapeutic practice. Some methods used include: EMDR, CBT, Solutions Focused, Acceptance and Commitment, Humanistic, Family, Systems, and Internal Family Systems. I also like to include art, music, and somatic practices in my sessions. If you are looking to begin therapy, or have questions about what therapy can do for you, I'm happy to chat. I am available by phone or email.

Seeking support can feel vulnerable, and I believe therapy works best when you feel genuinely seen, heard, and understood. From the moment we begin working together, my goal is to create a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where you can safely explore life's challenges, build self-awareness, and move toward meaningful change at your own pace. With nearly a decade of experience in the mental health field, I work with adults of all ages navigating anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, self-esteem challenges, and the impacts of addiction. There is a particular place in my heart for emerging adults as they find their footing through identity development, relationships, career pressures, and the significant changes that come with early adulthood. Therapy is not one-size-fits-all, and I approach every person I work with as exactly that: an individual. Drawing from a range of evidence-based modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectal Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness, and narrative therapy, I meet you where you are and build a holistic, individualized therapeutic experience that feels supportive, collaborative, and tailored to your unique needs, strengths, and goals. Recognizing that each person's experiences, challenges, and healing process are different shapes everything about how I show up for you. My aim, as a person-centered and trauma-informed therapist, is for you to leave each session feeling empowered, supported, and more connected to yourself as you navigate life's complexities. Graduating with my Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Adams State University in 2023 marked the beginning of a career rooted in purpose. Upon earning my LPC credential, I began providing outpatient therapy in the Boulder area, offering individual counseling to adults seeking support in managing their mental health and building a fulfilling life. At the heart of this work is a deep belief in the strength and resilience of the human spirit. Whatever you are navigating, I am here to walk alongside you with care and understanding.

Hi! I’m Dr. Tahaney. I specialize in helping adolescents and young adults navigate stressful life transitions as well as with specific emotional and behavioral difficulties including alcohol or drug use, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, grief, and ADHD. My goal is to create a non-judgmental, supportive, accepting, validating, and compassion-filled environment for you to begin to heal from and learn to cope with the difficulties life has thrown your way. ​ I offer diagnostic evaluation and individual therapy for adolescents and adults. All services are offered in-person in Boulder, CO or via video conference. I'm happy to set up a brief initial consult call to see if I may be a good fit for you. Feel free to request a consult through my website or by calling or emailing me. As of September 2025, I am a PSYPACT authorized provider.

As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I specialize in anxiety, trauma, identity exploration, emotional overwhelm, and relationship challenges. With several years of experience, I work with adults navigating some of life's most complex terrain, helping you find your footing when anxiety feels unmanageable, when past experiences weigh heavily on the present, or when relationships and sense of self feel uncertain. Empathy and authentic connection are at the heart of how I work. If you're looking for a thoughtful, attuned partner in your care, I look forward to helping you feel more connected, balanced, and at ease. My approach is gentle, grounding, and collaborative. Sessions are designed to be a safe, restorative space where you can slow down, tune into your nervous system, and begin creating meaningful, lasting change. Using relaxation techniques and nervous system-focused strategies, I help you reconnect with yourself and build a sense of balance that carries beyond our time together. Every person's needs and goals are different, and I tailor my approach accordingly. Whatever you're working through, you can expect a space that is supportive, unhurried, and shaped around you. A natural empathy for others and a deep desire to support people through life's challenges first drew me to this work. That pull became a purpose, and over time it shaped my commitment to providing warm, supportive, and empowering care. Authenticity and compassion guide every session. Whether you're working to restore a sense of well-being, process difficult experiences, or simply find more meaning in your daily life, I'm here to walk that path with you. Outside of sessions, you'll likely find me on a yoga mat, out on a trail, or setting up camp somewhere with my dog by my side. These practices of mindfulness, movement, and time in nature are part of how I stay grounded, and they deepen my appreciation for the quiet power of simply slowing down.

Hello! My name is Tessa and I am a humanistic therapist whose approach is collaborative, warm and judgment free. My practice is centered around creating a nurturing environment where clients grappling with relationship issues, anxiety, depression and/or low self-esteem can feel understood and supported, guiding them towards healing and personal growth. I draw from a variety of therapeutic modalities including internal family systems, nature-based therapy, somatic therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy and person-centered therapy. I aim to create a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment and to empower you to foster positive change in your life.

I am a licensed professional counselor specializing in helping adolescent and adult patients expand their resilience and coping skills to better navigate current challenges. While I specialize in treating root causes of chronic anxiety and depression, I am also here to assist those struggling with PTSD, compulsive disorders, behavioral/conduct issues, neurodiverse issues, grief, and life changes, with extensive experience working with patients managing substance use disorders. Working together, you can expect a stable and calming environment where kindness and respect are the pillars in which a trusting relationship is built. I use an eclectic array of treatments to help achieve your goals, from cognitive interventions to somatic therapy, play therapy to creative interventions – all with an emphasis on expanding self-worth, healthy reward systems, and discipline. I am especially passionate about incorporating somatic interventions from a trauma-informed lens. This multi-faceted approach is best described as flexible and tailored, keeping your unique needs and objectives as the focus at all times. I look forward to creating a safe, open space with you in our time together. My path to becoming a therapist began as a teenager upon experiencing significant traumatic events with the loss of my older brother and cousin. These events developed and deepened my commitment to providing compassionate, empathic responses to those undergoing defining life changes. Now, I place high emphasis on not forgetting life experiences, but expanding on resilience to cope with and honor them. When I’m not in the office, I love spending my free time outside. Hiking, camping, fishing, snowboarding, attending live music shows, and even oil painting – I love it all!

We understand how hard it is to find help. Whether you’ve tried therapy many times before or you’re reaching out for the first time, our Boulder therapy team at the Center for Effective Treatment is here to support you. We provide compassionate guidance to assist individuals in reclaiming their lives, instilling the hope and confidence necessary to overcome what might seem impossible. We are passionate about helping people overcome difficult challenges, including trauma, complex trauma, addictions, personality disorders, suicide, and self-harm. We provide therapy, including DBT, DBT groups, and EMDR. We also provide psychological and neuropsychological testing, and psychiatric services. No matter your situation, we’re here to help, and we’ll stick with you every step along the way!

Feeling stressed and anxious? Worried about fitting in, getting good grades, disappointing other people? Therapy is a great place to learn how to manage these types of worries by learning more about yourself and the roots of these feelings. I offer culturally competent, trauma informed therapy for individuals and couples facing the every day struggles of being alive. I am a cis-gendered heterosexual Asian American woman. My pronouns are she/her. I use many modalities including EMDR, Brainspotting, and CBT, among others. I have a Masters degree in Social Work from New York University and a Bachelors of Arts from Harvard University. I have over 15 years of professional experience. I offer both in-person and video sessions. My office is located on Broadway and Baseline, just south of the CU Boulder campus.

I offer a nonjudgmental space to explore your inner world and build relationship with all parts of yourself. I work with folks experiencing overwhelm or anxiety, experiencing a life transition, wishing to reconnect with themselves, or healing from loss, trauma, shame, perfectionism, or people pleasing. I also work with children of emotionally immature parents, highly sensitive people, and those healing from narcissistic abuse. My intention is for my office to be a place where you feel deeply seen and accepted, where you can find your way back to yourself. I offer a nonjudgmental space to explore your inner world and build relationship with all parts of yourself. I work with folks experiencing overwhelm or anxiety, experiencing a life transition, wishing to reconnect with themselves, or healing from loss, trauma, shame, perfectionism, or people pleasing. I also work with children of emotionally immature parents, highly sensitive people, and those healing from narcissistic abuse. My intention is for my office to be a place where you feel deeply seen and accepted, where you can find your way back to yourself. I specialize in anxiety and trauma and utilize compassionate talk therapy, mindfulness, IFS (parts work, inner child work or reparenting work), resourcing skills, psychoeducation, and EMDR in sessions with clients. Most of the work I do with clients centers around helping individuals repair their relationship with themselves. My style is warm and deeply validating. I am not interested in directing your life path (as walking the path of healing is something only you can do), but rather holding a flashlight, offering wisdom and resources, and helping you hold what’s hurting. It is an honor to do this work. Please reach out with any questions or to schedule a consultation.

As a Licensed Master Social Worker and Clinical Candidate with more than a decade of experience, I offer adolescents and adults a warm, safe space where patients feel truly seen and supported. I specialize in trauma and mood disorders, helping individuals develop coping skills and understand how their mind and body respond to stress and life transitions. My approach is grounded in building a collaborative, compassionate, and authentic relationship where you are empowered to regulate, heal from anxiety, depression, and trauma, and move toward a more balanced and peaceful way of living. I deeply believe that no one has to navigate their pain alone and that everyone deserves the opportunity to heal. I believe in practicing radical empathy and acceptance, which helps me be a therapist who believes in hope and healing – because I have experienced it. Working together, you are assured a welcoming and judgement-free environment that incorporates a strengths-based approach, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and polyvagal-informed techniques to help you understand your reactions, reduce stress, and feel more balanced. My style is supportive and authentic, with a touch of humor when appropriate, and adapted to your hopes and goals. I look forward to being part of your mental health journey to help build resilience, regulate the mind and body, and cultivate a more peaceful, balanced life. My path to becoming a therapist began with my own mental health journey in my 20s. Having survived a traumatic upbringing, I knew I needed serious healing in order to build the life I wanted for myself. This personal experience in overcoming obstacles raised by trauma deepened my commitment to pursuing a career in mental health, and fueled my commitment to providing a holistic and deeply empathic approach to helping others heal. That’s why, in my practice now, I bring a humble and nonjudgmental perspective to each session, knowing that we all need help on our life journeys. When I’m not in the office, I love taking photos in nature, hiking, skiing, attending live music concerts (especially at outdoor venues), traveling, and learning about plants and animals. I’m also a big fan of mental health and wellness podcasts as well as card and board games (Catan is super fun, even if I don't often win!). Most of all, I love dogs, especially my senior dog (Frenchie/pug/beagle mix).

Shonnette Bennett is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) and an Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) with over 16 years of oncology experience. She uses her dual expertise to provide comprehensive mental health care to individuals navigating complex medical diagnoses. With a passion for patient-centered care, she uses evidence-based approaches to help people build resilience and heal from the emotional toll of chronic illness. A devoted women’s health advocate, she focuses on reproductive health, trauma recovery, and the psychological impacts of chronic illness, empowering women through compassionate, personalized care.

I work best with students who are high-achieving, thoughtful, and often putting a lot of pressure on themselves to succeed. Many of the students I support feel anxious, overwhelmed, or burned out, even when things look “fine” on the outside. I also work closely with students from multicultural backgrounds who are navigating identity, family expectations, or a sense of not fully belonging. I have extensive experience supporting students who have been impacted by trauma, including sexual assault, relationship violence, and other difficult life experiences. I spent four years working at the Office of Victim Assistance at CU Boulder, and I bring a steady, compassionate approach to creating a space where students feel safe, supported, and in control of their healing process.

I offer in-person counseling sessions from a convenient Central Boulder location or Telehealth counseling. I have years of experience helping students with problems such as school and work-related stress, depression, anxiety, sleep problems, and relationship issues. I tailor therapy to meet your needs. This includes use of Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and other helpful approaches. I am nationally certified in Cognitive Behavior Therapy by the Academy of Cognitive and Behavioral Therapies. I am on the national provider roster for Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), which is considered a best practice for treatment of PTSD. I am certified in Dialectical Behavior Therapy. Contact me today for a free 15-minute consult call.

Are stress, overwhelm and anxiety interfering with school, friends and life in general? Do you want to better understand and work through complicated emotions and unhelpful thought patterns? Maybe you’re ready to build new skills for handling life transitions, stressful situations or past experiences that still feel heavy. You don’t have to figure it out on your own. Together we’ll strengthen what’s working and create a practical, personalized therapeutic plan that helps you move forward.. We begin with a complimentary, no obligation, 15 minute video consultation. This gives me a chance to understand what you’re going through and allows you to decide if we’re a good fit. After the consultation, if you decide to move forward and have Blue Cross/Blue Shield or Anthem, I’ll verify your coverage and any copay so you know what to expect, and then we can schedule your first session. I offer both in-person and virtual appointments.

Thank you reaching out! It would be my privilege to partner with you, so you don’t have to go it alone. Whether you’re dealing with friends, intimate relationships, family, or school, I provide a safe space to get support, insight, and ideas for action. I have a passion for working with students. This precious time in your life deserves self reflection to become more comfortable in your own skin, confident, at peace and inspired. Students who’ve worked with me have found solace in being supported with common college stressors. My specialty areas are relationships, dealing with the nature of your mind, self-advocacy and self-sabotage, emotional regulation, and passion for life. Having my career in Boulder for 40+ years has provided me with opportunities to learn a myriad of approaches to assist you most effectively. Please call or text me for a free initial consultation, or if you’d prefer, we can do a free virtual consultation.

Emily McCort, MD, is a board certified psychiatrist with 35 years of clinical experience, specializing in college mental health and eating disorders. Her private practice is conveniently located within walking distance of the CU Boulder campus and all its dorms, making care easy to access for busy students. She also offers appointments via a secure, HIPAA compliant telehealth platform, providing flexible options for patients who prefer or require remote care. Dr. McCort understands the academic, emotional, and developmental pressures college students face; and parents appreciate her depth of experience, calm presence, and thoughtful, evidence based approach. She is a Distinguished Life Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association (DLFAPA) and one of only three Colorado state representatives to the American Psychiatric Association reflecting her long standing commitment to maintaining the highest standards in psychiatry. Patients value her straightforward scheduling, accessibility, and responsive communication, which help reduce barriers to getting support when it’s needed most. Whether navigating stress, mood concerns, sleep issues, or more complex challenges, Dr. McCort offers experienced, accessible psychiatric care in a convenient and welcoming Boulder setting and through secure telehealth.

I enjoy working with college-aged students and graduate students who are seeking a warm and comforting environment for therapy. I believe that the safe, supportive, and trusting relationship between the therapist and client is the most important element of therapy. I am known for using humor in sessions and helping people through the adjustment to college life. I specialize in helping teens and young adults with anxiety, stress and depression. I use Client-centered counseling, as well as other evidence based approaches in my work. I would be honored to help you navigate your college experience and beyond.

Being a student means you’re up against many challenges as you try to juggle school, friends, family, and planning for the future. You don’t have to face these challenges alone. I’m a licensed psychologist in Colorado and I’m passionate about helping undergraduate and graduate students improve their mental health so they can live their best life. My Style: My top priority as a therapist is to create a safe environment for you to share your feelings and experiences without fear of judgment. My treatment approach is collaborative and emphasizes empowering you with tools and resources to help you achieve your goals. I view your concerns through a lens of compassion, curiosity, and warmth with sensitivity to cultural background and how it contributes to your lived experience. I am an integrative therapist, meaning I utilize my training in a variety of evidence-based treatment approaches to tailor therapy to your unique needs. I’m happy you’ve come across my information in your search, and I hope we can connect to see if I’m the right therapist for you! Please email me at drvanessabean@gmail.com or call/text me at 720-924-9873 to set up a free consultation.

My ideal female clients are independent, driven, and highly capable individuals, who feel disconnected from their true selves. They are successful in their careers and relationships, but feel something is missing. They often experience dissatisfaction, burnout, or unfulfilled potential because they are stuck in patterns that don’t align with their true desires or values. These women may feel like they are wearing a mask—pretending to be someone they’re not in different situations, whether it’s at work or in their personal lives. They’re often navigating relationship challenges, struggling with unhealthy dynamics, or feeling unfulfilled in their careers. They seek clarity, support, and guidance to uncover who they truly are, reconnect with their authentic selves, and build deeper, more meaningful relationships. Their primary goal is to break free from the patterns that keep them feeling stuck, develop a sense of fulfillment, and experience genuine connection both with themselves and others. They want to stop hiding behind a facade and start living life on their own terms—feeling empowered, authentic, and aligned with their values. Ultimately, these women want to create a life that feels true to them—a life that is full of joy, confidence, and deeper connection with others. Through therapy, they want to explore their true desires, heal from past patterns, and step into a life that’s fully aligned with who they are.

As Founder of Wild Rivers Counseling, I am dedicated to illuminating the path to hope and joy for others. With a rich tapestry of experience working with young adults and adults, I believe that even in the darkest moments, the sun will always rise. Utilizing a client-centered approach, I skillfully weave together a variety of modalities from nature/based therapy, CBT, DBT, Expressive Arts, Somatic Awareness, Attachment, and Solution Focused Brief Therapy to create a personalized healing journey. Along with this, I have extensive experiencing working with Neurodiverse students, to include those with learning disabilities, ADHD, and/or ASD. Reach out if you are struggling with life transitions, grief, or self esteem and are seeking traditional or non-traditional (outdoor/nature) sessions. I am also a Second Wind Provider, serving youth up to 19 years old who are at risk and lack adequate insurance for necessary mental health treatment with 12 free sessions Reach out if you need assistance with accessing this program.