Connect with Substance Use therapists in Littleton, CO

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Ashley Larsen

LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Ashley Larsen, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Ashley has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Denver.

Centennial, CO
Specialties
Substance Use
Addiction
Coping Skills
Domestic Violence
Family Conflict
School Issues
Style
Directive
Approachable
Empowering

I have been in the field for almost 2 decades, wow how time flies! I have had the pleasure of working with a variety of different populations over the years, which I believe has enabled me to value honesty, accepting others as they are and being able to offer a safe space for clients to deal with life's stressors.

Available virtually and in person

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David Mallo

LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like David Mallo, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

David has a Doctor of Psychology (PSYD) in Clinical psychology from Ashford University and a Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Denver.

Lakewood, CO
Specialties
Substance Use
Anxiety
Bipolar Disorder
Depression
Mood Disorders
Panic Attacks
Style
Insightful
Candid
Collaborative

I help clients navigate anxiety, self-doubt, and life changes. My goal is to help you feel more grounded, confident, and connected—to yourself and the life you want to create.

Available virtually and in person

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Jeremy Thomas

LPC

Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Jeremy Thomas, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Jeremy has a Master of Arts (MA) in Counseling from Adams State College.

Littleton, CO
Specialties
Substance Use
Addiction
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Directive
Candid
Collaborative

I know how difficult it can be to find a therapist. Thank you for taking the time to read this. I'm offering how to accept your thoughts, emotions, and uncomfortable silences, while using skills to be in the moment and less reactive. We can use breath work, guided imagery, somatic work, exposure therapy, and journaling.

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Candace Richey

LPC

Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Candace Richey, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Candace has a Master in Counseling and Human Services from University of Colorado Colorado Springs and a Master of Arts in Criminal Justice from university of colorado colorado springs.

Colorado
Specialties
Substance Use
Alcohol Use
Domestic Violence
Relapse Prevention
Sexual Abuse
Style
Insightful
Candid
Collaborative

I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Addiction Counselor specializing in trauma, narcissistic abuse, domestic violence, substance abuse, and women’s mental health. I use a trauma-informed, integrative approach to help you heal, build resilience, and reconnect with your sense of self.

Available virtually

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Sarah McElroy

Recognized for high quality patient care

LPC
9+ years

Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Sarah McElroy, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Sarah has a Master of Arts (MA) in Art Therapy with Counseling Concentration from Seton Hill University.

Colorado
Specialties
Substance Use
Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
Grief
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Directive
Attuned
Collaborative

Every day you do your best. This is belief is at the core of my clinical practice. Every day I see you work, make small steps and try your hardest.

Available virtually

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Donald Simmons

Recognized for high quality patient care

LPC

Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Donald Simmons, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Donald has a Master of Science (MS) in Clinical Mental Health from Fort Hays State University.

Colorado
Specialties
Substance Use
Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
Grief
Stress
Style
Responsive
Gentle
Motivational

I'm dedicated to helping you face adversity and develop a loving, compassionate relationship with yourself. Throughout my career, I've noticed one common theme: our self-talk. We are our own worst enemies, and this wreaks havoc on our self-esteem.

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Daniel Schellenger

LPC

Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Daniel Schellenger, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Daniel has a Master in Counseling (MC) from Adams State College.

Colorado
Specialties
Substance Use
Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Outcome-oriented
Attuned
Collaborative

I’m a counselor who offers clear, compassionate support for adults navigating substance use, mental health challenges, and life transitions.

Available virtually

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Cosima Gelb Luttman

LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Cosima Gelb Luttman, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

All Rula providers are licensed and hold a master’s or doctorate degree required for practice.

Colorado
Specialties
Substance Use
Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
Relationship Issues
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Exploratory
Warm
Supportive

I believe therapy is a collaborative journey towards healing and self-connection.

Available virtually

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Matthew Martinez

LPC

Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Matthew Martinez, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Matthew has a Master of Arts in Counseling, Clinical Mental Health from Adams State College.

Denver, CO
Specialties
Substance Use
Anxiety
Men's Issues
Relationship Issues
Stress
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Practical
Approachable
Collaborative

If you’re feeling overwhelmed with work, school, relationships, or life in general, you’re not alone. I work with adults and high school students who feel stuck, stressed, or unsure what’s next. Together, we’ll make sense of what’s going on and find a way forward that feels real and doable.

Available virtually

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Melani Burcham

LPC

Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Melani Burcham, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Melani has a Master's in Counseling (MC) in Grief Counseling & Death Education from Southwestern College.

Denver, CO
Specialties
Substance Use
Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
LGBTQIA+
Women's Issues
Style
Insightful
Approachable
Collaborative

Are you having trouble with anxiety, depression, or life transitions? I can guide you toward a life where you can more easily navigate the path.

Available virtually

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Amber Picciurro

LAC

Licensed Addiction Counselors (LACs), like Amber Picciurro, are counselors trained to diagnose and treat substance use disorders and co-occuring mental health conditions.

Amber has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Metro State University of Denver.

Colorado
Specialties
Substance Use
Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
Grief
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Exploratory
Warm
Collaborative

Reaching out for support takes courage, especially when life feels overwhelming. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, or the ongoing work of recovery, you don't have to go through it alone.

Available virtually

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Sydney Burkhard

LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Sydney Burkhard, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Sydney has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Colorado State University.

Westminster, CO
Specialties
Substance Use
Anxiety
Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
Relationship Issues
Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues
Style
Responsive
Candid
Empowering

I am an Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I am trained in CBT, DBT, MI, EMDR, and ERP.

Available virtually

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Shelly Edwards

LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Shelly Edwards, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Shelly has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Walla Walla College.

Colorado
Specialties
Substance Use
Anxiety
Depression
Family Conflict
Mood Disorders
Stress
Style
Responsive
Attuned
Curious

I am glad you are here! Choosing counseling/therapy and asking for help is a big step, and you will absolutely not regret it! My focus as your guide throughout our journey together is to use evidence-based modalities to build skills and resiliency while simultaneously reducing or eliminating the stressors that brought you to therapy.

Available virtually

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Thomas Stuart

LPC

Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Thomas Stuart, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Thomas has a Master of Arts (MA) in Psychology from State University Of New York at Brockport.

Denver, CO
Specialties
Substance Use
Anxiety
Career Counseling
Depression
Life Transitions
Style
Practical
Candid
Empowering

I offer mental health counseling, substance abuse counseling, and am Colorado's leading specialist in the area of mental health and working. Simple career counseling isn't enough to address the variety of complex and mortally serious issues that stem from the working relationship. I focus on workers, and on rare occasions work with employers.

Available virtually

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Jesse Weight

LPC

Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Jesse Weight, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Jesse has a Masters of Arts (MA) Clinical Mental Health Counseling from University of Northern Colorado.

Colorado
Specialties
Substance Use
Anxiety
Grief
Panic Attacks
Stress
Style
Directive
Candid
Collaborative

I also have years of experience working with grief, disability issues, substance use disorders, self-harming behaviors, lgbt issues, and providing gender affirming care.

Available virtually

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John Thouin

Recognized for high quality patient care

LPC

Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like John Thouin, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

John has a Master's in Counseling (MC) in Mental Health Counseling from McDaniel College.

Colorado
Specialties
Substance Use
ADHD
Addiction
Anger Management
Anxiety
Depression
Style
Outcome-oriented
Candid
Collaborative

I help people heal from trauma, addiction, anxiety, and depression with a grounded, supportive approach that helps you feel safe and empowered.

Available virtually

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Audrey Roberts

LPC

Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Audrey Roberts, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Audrey has a Master of Science (MS) from Argosy University.

Aurora, CO
Specialties
Substance Use
Anxiety
Depression
Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
Style
Responsive
Warm
Supportive

Hi, and welcome. I’m really glad you’re here. Starting therapy can feel like a big step, and my goal is to offer a warm, supportive space where you feel safe and understood. Together, we’ll explore what’s been weighing on you and work toward feeling more grounded, confident, and connected to yourself.

Available virtually

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Richard Champion

LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Richard Champion, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Richard has a Master's in Social Work (MSW) from Clark Atlanta University.

Colorado
Specialties
Substance Use
Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
Relationship Issues
Style
Outcome-oriented
Warm
Collaborative

With an extensive background spanning the full continuum of care—from outpatient services to long-term inpatient mental health—I have dedicated my career to supporting individuals across a vast spectrum of life experiences.

Available virtually

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Karen Blackburn

LPC

Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Karen Blackburn, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Karen has a Master of Science (MS) in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from University.

Colorado
Specialties
Substance Use
Aging
Coping Skills
Grief
Life Transitions
Older Adult
Style
Responsive
Approachable
Supportive

I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with adults navigating grief, life transitions, and the challenges that come with change. I offer a calm, supportive space where you can feel heard, gain clarity, and begin moving forward at a pace that feels right for you.

Available virtually

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Michael Williams

Recognized for high quality patient care

LPC
37+ years

Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Michael Williams, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Michael has a Master of Arts (MA) in Psychology from Washington University, Saint Louis.

Colorado
Specialties
Substance Use
Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
Grief
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Responsive
Approachable
Motivational

I utilize a holistic, therapeutic approach to treatment that involves healing of the mind, body, and spirit. My journey has been shaped by an eagerness to teach people the importance of nurturing themselves with or without the use of traditional medications.

Available virtually

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Annestazia Escobar

Recognized for high quality patient care

LPC

Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Annestazia Escobar, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Annestazia has a Masters of Arts (MA) Clinical Mental Health Counseling from University of Colorado, Denver.

Fort Collins, CO
Specialties
Substance Use
ADHD
Chronic Pain
LGBTQIA+
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Exploratory
Approachable
Affirming

Starting therapy can feel overwhelming- especially if you're used to holding everything together on the outside while feeling overwhelmed on the inside. My goal is to work with those that're curious about themselves and open to exploring your internal experiences.

Available virtually

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Kenneth Thresher

LPC

Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Kenneth Thresher, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Kenneth has a Master in Counseling (MC) from Colorado Christian University.

Colorado
Specialties
Substance Use
Addiction
Mood Disorders
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Style
Exploratory
Attuned
Collaborative

Thank you for taking the time to read about me and my practice. I am an integrative therapist that synthesizes various therapeutic models along side a client centered modality.

Available virtually

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Bridgette Schellenger

LPC

Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Bridgette Schellenger, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Bridgette has a Master's in Counseling (MC) in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Colorado Christian University.

Colorado
Specialties
Substance Use
Addiction
Bipolar Disorder
Mood Disorders
Parenting
Women's Issues
Style
Responsive
Approachable
Collaborative

Life can feel heavy when you’re carrying too much on your own. Therapy offers a space to slow things down, make sense of what’s been building, and begin moving forward with intention. I work with clients who are navigating stress, emotional overwhelm, relationship challenges, and the effects of past experiences, offering supportive, practical care.

Available virtually

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Jaimie Darcy-Dowler

LPC

Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Jaimie Darcy-Dowler, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Jaimie has a Master of Arts (MA) in Human Service and Mental Health Counseling from Capella University.

Canon City, CO
Specialties
Substance Use
Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
LGBTQIA+
Transgender Issues
Style
Directive
Approachable
Collaborative

I approach each client individually to focus on their goals, using a combination of CBT, mindfulness, and SFBT. I have vast experience with the LGBTQ+ population, addictions, depression, anxiety, as well as a handful of other areas.

Available virtually

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Shanalee Ourso

LPC

Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Shanalee Ourso, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Shanalee has a Master's in Counseling (MC) in Clinical Counseling from Adams State College.

Colorado
Specialties
Substance Use
Anxiety
Parenting
Relationship Issues
Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues
Style
Directive
Approachable
Motivational

I’m so happy you’re here. Life throws countless challenges our way, but I’ve learned that making small, steady changes works wonders for our wellbeing. We can explore various modalities to support your unique goals and progress. Let's tackle those challenges together!

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