Psychologist Laura Scales providing different types of therapy in Severance

Laura Scales

Clinician
License Type(s): MA,LMFT
Mental Wellness Specialties: Relationship issuesGriefAnger managementSelf esteemDepression
5 years offering treatment

It is my sincere hope to bring genuine healing and wholeness to individuals, marriages and families. What is perhaps unique about me is that therapy is not my first career. I feel as though my other careers and life experiences have led me to this time in my life and my practice. I have learned first hand how unexpected life events can throw one off course and how going through change can be painful and yet transformational. In my previous careers, I chose occupations that enabled and empowered others. I cared for people with chronic illness and severe disabilities as a home health aide. I taught rock climbing, ice climbing, sea kayaking, swimming at various levels with a diverse clientele. I cared for the elderly and brought activities to improve the quality of life for residents of a senior living community. One of my greatest life achievements is climbing the highest point in the western hemisphere, Mt. Aconcagua elevation 22,837 ft. Up above the treeline, looking down on the clouds, far away from the civilized world is where I felt the most centered and at peace and the closest to my higher self. It is during my days as a climber and high altitude mountaineer that I learned how to be fully present in life if only for one moment at a time. It was in graduate school at Argosy University, on the Denver, Colorado campus that I realized how to continue to follow my passion: helping others build stronger sense of self and healthy relationships and families. After completing a masters program in Marriage and Family Therapy and practicum at West Springs Psychiatric Hospital, I worked in a community mental health outpatient clinic. As a licensed professional, I counseled as an intake, individual and group therapist. My knowledge and empathy has grown significantly while working with people of all ages and backgrounds, addressing a broad range of mental health issues. Today in my private practice, I strive to provide a safe nonjudgemental space for clients to share openly, explore problems and solutions and shed light on relationships, that are no longer desirable. I believe our mental health and personal well being are tied up in the quality of our personal relationships. The more closely we are connected to others, the happier we feel and the more personal satisfaction we have in our lives. I work with individuals, couples and families who want to change how they manage conflict, physical and mental health conditions, and stressful life adjustments. I have been trained in many evidence-based therapy modalities that help me to be effective in treating depression, anxiety, relationship and family issues, anger management and people who have experienced trauma. I believe in empowering clients, meaning that the client is the expert on their life and responsible and capable of making their own decisions. My approach to counseling involves evidenced-based practices to include Internal Family Systems Therapy, cognitive behavior therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, solution focussed and strength-based practices tailored to fit each client's uniques needs. When I am not practicing therapy I am enjoying spending as much time as possible in the natural world absorbing all of it's many gifts.

Psychologist Virginia Dickinson providing different types of therapy in Severance

Virginia Dickinson

Clinician
License Type(s): MSW,MS,LCSW
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesGriefDepressionCoping with life changes
9 years offering treatment

Hello! I am a licensed clinical social worker with certificates in marriage and family therapy and grief counseling. Over the years I have taken a nontraditional career path working in counseling, education, the arts, and management. My counseling style is supportive and interactive. My approach combines humanism, cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused therapy, and ecopsychology. I believe that we all have the skills and solutions within us to solve problems, but at times we need guidance and support in doing so. It takes insight to realize that one needs to make changes in their life, and it takes courage to reach out to get help in doing so. I would be happy to assist you on your journey towards a more balanced and satisfying life.

Psychologist Dr. Scott Lovaas providing different types of therapy in Severance

Dr. Scott Lovaas

Clinician
License Type(s): M.Div,LCSW,PhD
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoaching
30 years offering treatment

Thanks for taking peek at my bio! My approach is wholistic--meaning I draw upon a variety of clinical theories. My first task to to provide deep listening in an effort to understand. I try and look at the whole picture and how the pieces all fit together for you and your context. I am direct, candid, and solution focused with kindness, curiosity and gratitude as my foundation. A little about me: I have three advanced degrees in divinity, social work and media studies and I have worked in a wide variety of settings across 13 states. I also have five grown daughters. Wanderlust is in my blood--I have been fortunate to have travelled to over 80 countries, and always hoping there is more on the horizon. Additionally, I am a certified Laughing Yoga instructor--Ho, Ho, Ho, Ha, Ha. Innovation and creativity are in my wheelhouse. All these diverse experiences and education inform all that I do and who I am. I would love to learn about you and talk about your journey.

Psychologist Janice Naranjo providing different types of therapy in Severance

Janice Naranjo

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAnger managementSelf esteemCoping with life changesCoaching
15 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Colorado with 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, anger management, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & coping with life changes. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. 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.

Psychologist Aaron Baskin providing different types of therapy in Severance

Aaron Baskin

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Bipolar disorderDepression
3 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Colorado with 3 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with bipolar disorder & 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.

Psychologist Dr. Lara Neely providing different types of therapy in Severance

Dr. Lara Neely

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyIntimacy-related issuesSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
4 years offering treatment

I am a Doctor of Behavioral Health, a Licensed Professional Counselor, and a Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist. I am licensed to practice in Texas and Colorado. I have worked with clients suffering from stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, and those struggling to cope with life changes. I have experience working with severely mentally ill patients in a psychiatric emergency treatment center and a community behavioral health clinic. I have spent the majority of my time, however, in private practice. My clients range in age from 13 to 99! I enjoy helping people from all walks of life. Many people come to me because they are suffering from anxiety. It seems like COVID really pushed a lot of people over the edge, especially those who were already struggling with relationships or mental health issues. Panic attacks, depression, sleep disorders, and mood swings are common issues I see in clients. A lot of moms used to have a glass of wine at night and now many are admitting to needing a whole bottle! Many people tell me they feel fearful of things that are happening in the world and do not know how to cope with feeling out of control. Others tell me that they are struggling financially or dealing with health issues. I have had many teens tell me that they feel suicidal and hopeless. I have also seen an increase in those struggling with gender dysphoria and relationship issues. A lot of my older clients are sad about the world they will be leaving to their children. I understand and empathize with all of these situations! From OCD to PTSD, there really isn't much that I haven't encountered as a therapist. Veterans, homeless, addicts, abusers, victims, parents, children, CEOs, athletes, cancer patients, EMS workers, young and old, rich and poor... you name it...I have worked with people from all walks of life. What I can say is that I bring the same level of compassionate care to everyone I encounter. There is no judgment. It is humbling to realize that for many people, I am the one person they feel safe confiding in, and I take that trust very seriously. Regardless of the issues and their severity, I work closely with every client to help find solutions that make life more manageable and enjoyable. I believe that every person needs a toolbox that is full of ideas and strategies for coping with the stressors of life. As the saying goes, if all you have is a hammer, then everything will look like a nail. There are plenty of other tools out there, and when you own them, it is so empowering! Soon, you will be building and creating the life that you want for yourself! You are unique, valuable, and worthy of healthy relationships, happiness, and love. I believe that you are the expert of your life and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support and empower you in that journey!

Psychologist Margaret "Megan" Newman providing different types of therapy in Severance

Margaret "Megan" Newman

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseSelf esteemCompassion fatigue
23 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Colorado with 33 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. 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.

Psychologist Erin Bullington providing different types of therapy in Severance

Erin Bullington

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefParenting issues
10 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Colorado with a decade's worth of professional work experience. I have a degree in Art Therapy counseling and use it as an adjunct modality in treatment if clients are interested and willing. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, parenting needs, family conflicts, attachment issues, trauma and abuse, & coping with grief and loss. I see each client as an authentic individual, and I apply various theoretical approaches based on needs, comfort, and desires for the therapeutic environment. I will use my knowledge of psycho-social theories and evidence-based practices to ensure my clients receive the best outcomes. I look forward to helping facilitate changes in the lives of others on this forum.

Psychologist Beatriz Grullon providing different types of therapy in Severance

Beatriz Grullon

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseDepression
4 years offering treatment

I am a licensed counselor with 4 years of professional work experience. I have experience supporting clients in coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, & depression. I believe that we are the experts of our story and that we have many strengths that assist us in overcoming challenges we face in daily life. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life. It takes courage to take the first steps towards change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Psychologist Deborah Yvonne Parker providing different types of therapy in Severance

Deborah Yvonne Parker

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseBipolar disorderCoping with life changes
20 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Florida and Texas with 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, trauma, abuse, & bipolar disorder. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. 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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Mental health therapists in Severance available through BetterHelp are accredited as psychologists to help individuals and couples. Severance 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, Severance therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Severance region and in the state of Colorado.

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Therapists in Severance 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 Severance may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment. 

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Studies show online therapy can be just as effective as in-person counseling. Online therapy with licensed counselors is often more affordable, with BetterHelp pricing ranging from $65-$100 weekly, while in person therapy can cost up to $200 per session.

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