La Junta is named for the Spanish word for the junction, named so because it was a junction between two main pioneer roads. There are many junctions that occur in life, and which road you take can make a difference in your life. When you are at a junction and are not sure where to turn, it can help to get an outside perspective.
If you are in a junction in your life, be it tangible or intangible, you should seek the support and guidance of counselors in the La Junta area. These confidential therapists can assist you with personal growth, making decisions, or life situations. Contact a counselor today.

Jennifer Hillberry
Greetings! My name is Jennifer Hillberry and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Nationally Certified Counselor. Congratulations on taking the first step on your journey towards personal growth. I have been working in the mental health field for over 4 years. I am a military spouse and have had the privilege of working with an array of clientele by offering emotional support as well as assisting them in building skills to cope with and manage personal challenges. I am an energetic professional and passionate about what I do. It is important to me to provide a safe space for clients because I know this journey can be scary. A collaborative approach is key as I work alongside each client with empathy and respect. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and my goal is to support emotional wellness and positive social change. I can’t wait to work with you and help you become the best version of yourself!

Jessica Chavez
Hello! My name is Jessie and I live in Colorado with my husband of 25 years and my two teenage sons. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with 18 years of experience. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns such as depression and other mood disorders, grief and loss, relationship issues, crisis services, motivation/self-esteem issues. I do not believe in one-size-fits-all counseling. I am eclectic in the treatment modalities I utilize, tailoring my approach to the needs of each individual client. I find that I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Client Centered Therapy and Motivational Interviewing strategies the most. I also use faith-based counseling strategies, when appropriate. I look forward to working with you!

Valerie Gurule-Duran
Life is hard and challenging and at times can feel like its too much to deal with. I work on developing a non judgmental relationship with my clients to build trust and understanding so that we can talk about some difficult topics, as we work on trying to make sense of things and learn how to maneuver this difficult path of life. We all make mistakes and struggle on a daily basis, you don't have to suffer in silence. Hello, my name is Val Gurule-Duran I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Certified Addictions Counselor III (CACIII) who is Certified in EMDR, NADA Acudetox, and Integrative Energy Therapist (IET) in Colorado. I strive to be an exemplary therapist and I am sought out by individuals who are seeking to heal and recover from addictions, trauma, depression, and grief. I am uniquely intuitive when working with clients, as I incorporate a variety of treatment modalities, which allows my clients to gain personal strategies and techniques to help them to accomplish their life changes and transformations. I offer session on Monday, Tues and Wed between 10am and 5pm, typical session last anywhere from 30 to 45 minutes and prefer to do either phone sessions or video sessions. Please check my schedule and see if there is a time that works for us to meet. If there is not a time that is available you can message me and let me know what days and times work for you. I typically respond to messages with in 24 hours unless it the weekend. I look forward to meeting you and helping you work on reaching your therapy goals.

Lee Anne Smith
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 13 years of experience, and am licensed to practice in Colorado and Texas. I specialize in working with clients with the following issues: depression, anxiety, OCD, ADD/ADHD, Bi-polar disorder, PTSD, and sexual identity issues. My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral with narrative therapy, and I also utilize EMDR. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. I am creative and flexible. I look forward to working with you!

Teresa Jones
Hello, I am a bilingual Spanish/English Licensed Provider Clinician (LPC) in Colorado with over 5 years of experience working in a mental health field. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, OCD, and ADHD. I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma and emotional abuse. My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I do not believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive, behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic, and EMDR therapy. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first step towards change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you!

Renee Joyce
My name is Renee and I hope that you start to feel a bit better after booking your first session with me today! I work with a variety of adults who wish to focus on areas such as: improving self through understanding and embracing neurodivergence, managing anxiety and/or post-traumatic stress, advancing their careers and improving relationships through more effective tools. My approach is strength focused and solution-oriented which means I focus on who you are and who you want to be by unlocking the areas where you may feel stuck now. I apply evidenced-based protocols and techniques to help address issues around anxiety, trauma, mood, family, ADHD/Autism, self-confidence, dating/marriage, parenting and stress. Our sessions will be designed around preparing you to achieve your goals and in celebrating your many successes along the way. Our time together may be brief as many clients achieve their primary targets within 4 to 12 sessions for short term goals or longer for clients who wish to address deeper issues including trauma recovery. Healing, growing and living your best life starts right now! With gratitude, Renee Joyce Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Note about personal safety: It is important to me that this process is helpful, safe and effective for you. Please consider if this setting is appropriate for you with phone or live chats only. If you are recently struggling with suicidal thoughts or tendencies, and are unable to maintain personal safety, I recommend meeting with another provider who offers video solutions or accessing higher level of care at this time. You can contact Colorado Crisis Services at 988 or visit www.coloradocrisisservices.org for more resources. Keep going ;

Nicole Miller
Hello! I am a person with a disability, I was in a car accident and became paralyzed. After this, I went through college and graduate school to help others that maybe going through something difficult in their life. I love to learn and I received 2 graduate degrees. The first, was in Rehabilitation Counselor which made me an expert in disability. The second was and Couples and Families. I have been in the Counseling field since 2008. I have been trained by some of the Master therapists. These are individuals that have written theories that were taught in graduate school. I have worked in a number of different settings including an independent living center, a locked unit for suicidal adolescents and teenagers, a sleep center, a rehabilitation hospital, and an alternative health center. I look forward to meeting you and holding space for you during our time together.

Brittany Kingsbury
I am licensed in Texas and Colorado with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, trauma, abuse, family conflicts, ADHD, and coping with life changes. I believe in treating everyone with respect and compassion, and that starts with meeting you where you are on life's journey and exploring how I can help you. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Kaitlen Forman
You know that person you always see nuzzled up with their favorite book in the corner of the local coffee shop sipping on a latte? That’s me. I’m the type of person who loves simplicity. I thrive off spending time with my husband and two kids. I love having game nights with friends and laughing till my cheeks hurt, studying the Bible, working out until my body feels like mush, and taking road trips to new places. This is me. What you see is what you get. Let’s be real though, life doesn’t always look like butterflies and rainbows. In fact, it can feel like an absolute beating. If you’re reading this, I’m guessing this is one of your “sometimes.” Stress, depression, emptiness, anxiety, and self-judgment are constantly knocking at our doors. It’s the worst, but the good news is it doesn’t have to stay that way. For as long as I can remember, my greatest passion in life has been to help people overcome the lows life presents. I absolutely love helping people. It's not what I do, it's who I am. My goal is to listen and equip you, so you can keep climbing higher in this journey called life. I'd love to chat if you're ready to get out of a valley in your life.

Dr. Marilyn Ternay
I am licensed in Colorado with 40 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, anger management, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. 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 seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
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Types of therapists available to clients in La Junta
Understanding the type of therapy you'd like to search for is crucial before finding a therapist or psychologist. Be sure to narrow your search for therapists in La Junta that can offer psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), talk therapy, group therapy, marriage and family therapy for individuals or couples, or couples therapy depending on your needs.
Licensed therapists & mental health professionals available through BetterHelp's online platform
Mental health therapists in La Junta available through BetterHelp are accredited to help individuals and couples. La Junta therapists' credentials can include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinician or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, La Junta therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the La Junta region and in the state of Colorado.
How a therapist can help you destress, manage your emotions, and guide you towards the life you want
Therapists in La Junta can help clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, couples challenges, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, self help tips, offer life coaching, family life, or change in negative thinking patterns. A therapist in La Junta may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment.