Hi there, I'm Cathy!

Congratulations for taking a step on your journey to finding and restoring balance. I have worked in the field of: primary, medical and secondary trauma for 22 years, and support people through both anxiety and depression. I am a practitioner of restorative yoga, ear acupuncture, meditation, dance therapy and intentional self care.

My focus

I work with adults and elders experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief, compassion fatigue, and chronic stress. I welcome clients from BIPOC and other cultural backgrounds and value social justice, cultural humility, and each person's unique life experience.

My approach

I provide a sincere, collaborative, and trauma-informed space where clients feel heard and respected . I believe healing happens through connection, and curiosity. Together, we'll identify your strengths, explore challenges and create practical strategies that support lasting change.

My communication style

My style is compassionate, authentic, and direct while always being respectful and supportive. I listen deeply, ask thoughtful questions, and provide honest feedback. I strive to create a space where clients feel comfortable being their full, genuine selves.

My journey to mental healthcare

I began my journey with a Master's Medical Anthropology and later received my Master's in Clinical Social Work. I have 22 years of supporting individuals and working in community mental health. I am a world traveler and have been to 16 countries. I understand that there are many ways of seeing and being in the world.

My goals for you

We begin by identifying what matters most to you and breaking your goals into manageable steps. Goals are dynamic and may change over the course of our work. I support a client's : processing of difficult experiences, build confidence and develop effective coping skills.

Our first session

Our first session is a meet and greet conversation focused on getting to know each other. We'll discuss your concerns, strengths, history and what you hope to achieve in therapy. I will invite you to ask me questions and I will explain my approach.

I identify as...

Cis, Female
Black or African American
Spiritual

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Mindfulness-Based

Trauma Focused

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Motivational Interviewing

Narrative

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Somatic

+ 12 more

Focus populations

BIPOC

Police/Fire/First Responders

Recovery/12 Step Friendly

Educators

First Gen American/Immigrant Parents

Racial Justice

+ 6 more

Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
Allegiance
Allied
Arlo (Cigna)
Ascension-SmartHealth

+ 17 more

Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Denver and a Masters of Arts (MA) Medical Anthropology from University of Colorado, Denver.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

In-person sessions

1210 S Parker Rd 210, Denver, CO 80231

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Cathy Phelps