Therapy for Therapists in Colorado
Have you noticed moments where your own experiences surface during session?
As therapists, we often enter this profession driven by our own journeys—seeking to understand, to heal, and to help others do the same. But in the process of supporting our clients, we may find ourselves confronting unresolved emotions, experiencing countertransference, or facing the weight of vicarious trauma.
Perhaps you're feeling emotionally drained, questioning your effectiveness, or sensing a disconnect between your professional role and personal well-being.
These challenges can manifest in various ways:
Difficulty maintaining boundaries between work and personal life
Feelings of isolation or loneliness
Experiencing imposter syndrome
Having difficulty sleeping or experiencing anxiety, depression, or somatic symptoms
A Space For Your Own Healing
Therapists deserve spaces where they don’t have to be the ones holding it all together. In our work together, I offer you a dedicated, nonjudgmental space to lay it all down—to be the one who gets to explore, process, and heal. I understand the unique challenges that come with being a therapist: the emotional labor, the constant attunement to others, and the subtle ways our own history can weave itself into our work. Whether you’re navigating burnout, feeling stuck in your clinical work, or wanting to revisit your own stories, therapy can be a powerful place to do that.
Our work together is a place to take off the professional hat and explore the parts of you that may have been quietly asking for your attention. It’s a space to deepen your own self-of-the-therapist work in a supportive, collaborative environment.
Together, we’ll:
Explore personal patterns, attachment histories, and beliefs that may be influencing how you show up with clients
Identify and work with areas of countertransference in a way that increases your insight, presence, and capacity for attunement
Strengthen your boundaries and emotional resilience so you can feel more grounded and connected in your clinical work
Reconnect with the reasons you entered this profession in the first place—your values, your voice, and your vision for your work
My approach draws from IFS-informed work, EMDR, attachment-based therapy, and a systems lens to meet you where you are. These modalities allow us to go beyond surface-level problem-solving and into deeper, transformative work—supporting not only your healing but your growth as a clinician and as a person.
Have any questions? Send me a message!
Reclaim Your Narrative As A Therapist
Reclaim your narrative by allowing space to examine how burnout, imposter feelings, and self-doubt may have quietly shaped the way you experience your work as a therapist. Many therapists enter this field with a deep desire to help others, yet the emotional weight of the work, systemic pressures in the profession, and the expectation to “have it all together” can make it difficult to tend to your own needs. Therapy can be a place to step out of that pressure and reflect on your relationship to the work you do—exploring how your experiences as a therapist intersect with your own story, values, and well-being. Together we can gently untangle the patterns that lead to exhaustion or self-criticism, while creating space for rest, self-compassion, and renewed clarity. This process is about investing in yourself in the same thoughtful way you invest in your clients: nurturing the parts of you that show up with care and dedication every day, reconnecting with the meaning that first drew you to this profession, and rediscovering the sense of purpose, curiosity, and joy that make this work feel sustainable and fulfilling again.
You May Have Some Questions About Therapy for Therapists…
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While I do work with many therapists, my practice also includes individuals, couples, and families from a wide range of backgrounds. Much of my work focuses on trauma, attachment, and the dynamics of relationships—which naturally lends itself to working with fellow therapists, as these themes often come up both personally and professionally in our field.
Many therapists who seek me out are navigating their own relational wounds, burnout, or the ways their history intersects with their clinical work. Because I specialize in helping people untangle those layers, I’m especially equipped to support therapists who are doing their own inner work alongside their professional roles. Learn more.
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Absolutely—and in many ways, it’s considered an essential part of being an ethical, grounded, and effective clinician. Therapists often pursue their own therapy to support personal growth, maintain emotional well-being, and stay connected to what it feels like to be in the client seat. Engaging in your own therapy can deepen your capacity for empathy, strengthen your clinical insight, and help prevent burnout. It also creates space to explore how your own history, beliefs, and relational patterns may show up in your work—something that can be hard to do without another skilled professional to reflect with.
In my experience, the therapists who seek me out are committed to being intentional and self-aware in their work. They value having a space where they don’t have to perform or take care of anyone else—where they can be vulnerable, honest, and fully themselves. I see it as a courageous and wise investment in both your personal and professional life. Learn more.
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As therapists, we sit with some of the most painful and complex aspects of the human experience. Over time, consistently bearing witness to trauma—especially without adequate support or processing—can lead to vicarious trauma. This happens when the emotional residue of your clients' stories begins to affect your own nervous system, worldview, relationships, or sense of safety.
You might notice signs like increased irritability, emotional numbing, difficulty sleeping, a sense of hopelessness, or a growing sense of detachment from your work or loved ones. Some therapists begin to question their effectiveness or even their desire to continue in the field.
This isn’t a sign that you’re doing something wrong—it’s a sign that you’re human. In our work together, we can tend to the parts of you that feel impacted by what you carry. Therapy can help you recognize the effects of vicarious trauma, process what’s yours to hold (and what’s not), and build practices to protect and replenish your emotional reserves so you can continue doing this work with presence and integrity. Learn more.
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Yes! In addition to individual therapy for therapists, I also work with therapists and their partners or families in couples and family therapy. I understand the unique challenges our work can bring into relationships—like emotional burnout, boundary issues, or how clinical language and insight can sometimes get in the way of connection. I bring a deep respect for your expertise and insight, while also helping you shift out of “therapist mode” and into deeper emotional presence with your loved ones. Learn more.
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I don’t currently offer individual clinical supervision, but I’d be happy to connect you with trusted colleagues who do. If that’s what you’re looking for, feel free to reach out and I can point you in the right direction.
However, if you’re a licensed therapist looking for connection, consultation, and professional growth outside of therapy, you might be interested in the Relational Consultation Group I co-lead.
On the second Wednesday of each month, I co-facilitate a professional consultation group with Amy Smith, PhD, LMFT, CFLE, of First Mile Therapy, PLLC. This group is limited to six licensed therapists and is designed for experienced professionals seeking to deepen their skills in couples and family therapy. We focus on case consultation, systemic theory, and collaborative discussion—all within a trusted network of peers.
My role in the group draws on my specialization in relationships and trauma, and we create space to explore the nuances of clinical work while continuing to grow as relational therapists. If you're interested, feel free to inquire—I’d love to tell you more. Learn more.
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To begin, contact me to schedule a free 15-20 minute phone or video consultation. In this initial call, we'll discuss your experiences and goals, and I'll answer any questions you may have. If it feels like a good fit, we’ll arrange your first session. Reach out.
You Offer Healing Every Day. Now It’s Your Turn.
Therapy for therapists offers a space where you can step out of the role of holding everything together and focus on your own growth and well-being. You can explore burnout, self-doubt, and the emotional impact of this work while reconnecting with the parts of yourself that first drew you to the field. And instead of simply pushing through the demands of the profession, you can rediscover clarity, balance, and a deeper sense of fulfillment in both your work and your life.
To learn more about my supportive approach to therapy for therapists, you can use the contact form to get in touch with me. I look forward to hearing from you!
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