Therapists for college students near Boulder, CO

You may feel like you’re falling short of where you think you “should” be, moving through life on autopilot. Some days emotions feel overwhelming; other days you may feel numb or disconnected from yourself and your body. Life, like the ocean, moves in waves—some gentle, others surging. I support individuals navigating anxiety, depression, and trauma, as well as identity concerns, emotional regulation, and feeling disconnected or unsure of themselves. You may feel like you’re falling short of where you think you “should” be, moving through life on autopilot. Some days emotions feel overwhelming; other days you may feel numb or disconnected from yourself and your body. Life, like the ocean, moves in waves—some gentle, others surging. I support individuals navigating anxiety, depression, and trauma, as well as identity concerns, emotional regulation, and feeling disconnected or unsure of themselves. When the tide feels unsteady, therapy can offer grounding and support. Our work together focuses on creating safety, strengthening coping skills, and helping you reconnect with yourself in meaningful ways. You don’t have to face these waves alone. If this resonates, call me or send me a message to explore whether we’re a good fit.

Have you ever wondered what therapy could be like using art materials and activities? I support college students and young adults use the power of creativity to process emotions, gain insight, work through challenges, and overcome hardships through transformative art. My style is relational, collaborative, and mindful. My clients describe me as: Grounded, relatable, supportive, humorous, comforting, non-judgmental, and patient. Using materials like paint, clay, and pastel, you'll explore your emotions, build self esteem, take healthy risks, problem solve, and sometimes just play and discover! You'll also practice coping skills, mindfulness, body awareness, relational skills, boundary setting, identifying/processing/regulating emotions, & dive into how your thoughts, feelings, and actions are connected. I personally know what it’s like to deeply struggle through teen and young adult years. And I know what it’s like to receive help, work through it, and come out on the other side empowered. If you're reading this and it sounds like a good fit, then I will likely feel that way too. 1st step: Reach out for a free consult call - I'd love to hear more about you!

Figuring out who you are and what you want while in college is such a powerful but stressful time. Not to mention trying to navigate friendships, family, your own mental health, and possibly figuring out other identity pieces, too (such as sexuality, gender identity, or possible neurodivergence). I get how confusing and big things can feel and I would absolutely love to dive into all of the things that are important to you. Helping you sort through your emotions, ideas, boundaries, relationships, values, identity, and where you want to go in life (and attempt to take care of yourself in the process). I bring creativity, humor, experiential approaches (art or somatic work), and trauma-informed perspectives to how I work. I am also a queer and neurodivergent identified therapist, so I understand the process of coming to understand yourself when you feel different from the world around you.

College and early adulthood can feel overwhelming, isolating, and confusing, and you don’t have to navigate it alone. As a therapist, I’m committed to creating a space where students feel seen, supported, and empowered to navigate both the challenges and growth opportunities that come with college life. My approach blends compassion, collaboration, and trauma-informed practices to help students build resilience, deepen self‑understanding, and move toward meaningful change. I work with individuals facing concerns such as anxiety, depression, identity exploration, relationship stress, academic pressure, and career counseling. My goal is to meet each client with curiosity and respect, honoring their unique story and personal strengths. I understand as a student how hectic academic life can be. I strive to facilitate a therapeutic space where individuals can freely communicate their feelings, find their own voice, and process their experiences. Together, we identify what’s getting in the way and develop useful tools to support emotional well‑being and personal thriving. If you are interested in beginning therapy or have any questions about my therapy services I am happy to chat by phone or email.

I work with colleges students and young adults to meet what’s coming up, be it anxiety, overwhelm, relationship challenges, life transitions, questions of identity, past experiences, or whatever may be happening for you. I support my clients through present moment connection, helping you listen more deeply to what's here, and making space for your experience to be seen and met. One of the things I love about somatic therapy is the understanding that we all have an innate impulse toward health and wholeness inside of us. I meet my clients where they are, and help create the conditions so your inner wisdom can come through and you can feel more at home in yourself and your life.

Life can feel overwhelming and hard. Trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, chronic pain, relationship difficulties, identity questions, and major life transitions can leave you feeling disconnected from yourself and uncertain about how to move forward. At Evolve in Nature, we believe therapy should provide a safe, compassionate, judgment-free, and shame-free space where you can speak openly, explore what you are experiencing, and feel supported as you work toward meaningful change. Our approach goes beyond traditional talk therapy. We recognize that difficult experiences can affect the mind, body, nervous system, relationships, and the way you experience the world. Our clinicians use individualized, trauma-informed, and evidence-based approaches that may include EMDR, somatic and body-centered therapy, mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, psychodynamic therapy, attachment-based work, psychological education, and nature-based interventions. Rather than simply addressing symptoms, we help clients better understand the patterns and experiences beneath them while developing practical skills for emotional regulation, resilience, healthier relationships, and lasting growth. Evolve in Nature offers individual, couples, and group therapy for adults and young adults facing a wide range of emotional, relational, and life challenges. Areas of support include trauma and PTSD, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, chronic illness and pain, relationship concerns, emotional regulation, identity exploration, LGBTQ+ concerns, adult children of alcoholics, and other experiences that may interfere with feeling connected, grounded, and fulfilled. Psychiatric medication management is also available for individuals who may benefit from medication as part of a thoughtful and collaborative treatment plan. Therapy may take place in our welcoming Boulder office, virtually, or outdoors when nature-based work is appropriate and meaningful to the client. Outdoor therapy may involve walking, sitting in a natural environment, or intentionally using nature to support grounding, reflection, nervous-system regulation, and connection. Nature does not replace the therapeutic relationship; it offers another setting and resource through which healing and personal growth can occur. Beginning therapy can feel vulnerable or intimidating. You do not need to have everything figured out before reaching out, and you do not need to carry everything alone. At Evolve in Nature, we meet you where you are, take time to understand your experiences and goals, and work collaboratively to determine the support that is right for you. Healing is possible. Growth is possible. You are capable of evolving into a more connected, resilient, and authentic version of yourself.

At Evolve In Nature, we offer therapy in Boulder that honors each individual’s unique experience. Located in the heart of Boulder, Colorado, and serving the Front Range, our practice offers a safe space for individuals and couples seeking a personalized approach to therapy to grow and heal. Our work is rooted in modern neuroscience, trauma-informed care, and the healing intelligence of nature. Whether you are navigating anxiety, trauma, grief, identity exploration, relationship challenges, or a desire for deeper self-understanding, our psychotherapists walk alongside you with skill, presence, and respect. We offer traditional in-office, nature-based outdoor, and virtual therapy sessions.

At Evolve in Nature, we offer therapy in Boulder that honors each individual’s unique experience. Located in the heart of Boulder, Colorado, and serving the Front Range, our practice offers a safe space for individuals and couples seeking a personalized approach to therapy to grow and heal. Our work is rooted in modern neuroscience, trauma-informed care, and the healing intelligence of nature. Whether you are navigating anxiety, trauma, grief, identity exploration, relationship challenges, or a desire for deeper self-understanding, our psychotherapists walk alongside you with skill, presence, and respect. We offer traditional in-office, nature-based outdoor, and virtual therapy sessions.

Young adults who feel overwhelmed, are stuck in life transitions, or struggle with setting boundaries often benefit from a supportive environment to process life experiences. Therapy offers insight into thought processing, managing emotions, and offer practical tools. I take a client based approach to meet you exactly where you are. If you are interested in starting therapy, or want to see if we are a good fit, please reach out. I am happy to answer any questions. I can be reached by phone or by email. I offer free 15 minute consult calls. Lets Connect!

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I'm Dr. Caroline Mazzer, a licensed psychologist working with college-age clients using CBT (Cognitive Behavior Therapy) and DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy). I help clients who are struggling with anxiety, difficulty managing intense emotions, self-injury, suicidal thoughts, and mood disorders. College brings a lot of emotional intensity: new independence, new pressures, and often new or worsening struggles with mood and self-regulation. In our work together, you'll build concrete DBT skills for tolerating distress, regulating emotion, and staying safe, alongside a therapeutic relationship where you feel genuinely supported.

I'm Dr. Ashley Coburn, a psychologist candidate working with college-age clients using DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy). My expertice is in treating anxiety disorders, personality disorders, mood disorders and eating disorders. I work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, emotion dysregulation, self-injury, suicidal ideation, depression, restrictive eating, bing purge behavior, and trauma. If your emotions have been feeling bigger and harder to manage than usual, or you're having thoughts of hurting yourself, I want you to know there's a structured, evidence-based path forward. I'll walk it with you at a pace that feels manageable, with real skills you can use between sessions, not just in them.

I'm Dr. Olivia Shaffer, a psychologist candidate working with teens and adults, including college students. I specialize in treating OCD, trauma, eating disorders, depression, and anxiety. I know how disruptive intrusive thoughts, difficult past experiences, or a complicated relationship with food and body image can be, especially while you're also trying to keep up with classes, relationships, and everything else college throws at you. I take an evidence-based, collaborative approach and want therapy to feel like a place where you're genuinely understood, not just diagnosed.

I'm Dr. Elizabeth Slivjak, a psychologist candidate (supervised by Dr. Samantha Monk Grigsby) with extensive training in CBT and ACT. I work with clients experiencing depression and anxiety disorders, and I also have experience supporting clients through insomnia and health related stress and the emotional impact of medical conditions like cancer treatment. I bring current, evidence-based training and experience, and a lot of compassion and care to my work. If you're looking for someone to really dig in with you on practical strategies for feeling better, I'd love to talk.

I'm Dr. Sarah Thilzey Franklin, a licensed psychologist working with teens, college students, and adults. I work with people navigating suicidal thoughts, self-injury, relationship struggles, depression, anxiety, and trauma, and I have specialized training in treating borderline personality disorder. My background is in CBT and DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy), which means we'll focus on practical, evidence-based skills for managing intense emotions and improving relationships, alongside a genuinely warm, collaborative therapeutic relationship. If you're feeling overwhelmed by your emotions, stuck in unhealthy relationship patterns, or struggling with thoughts of hurting yourself, I'd be glad to work with you.

With more than 25 years of experience in behavioral health as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC), I help adults from diverse backgrounds, including LGBTQIA+ and neurodivergent individuals, navigate trauma, anxiety, depression, addiction and recovery, identity concerns, life transitions, relationship patterns, and questions of meaning or spirituality. My specialties also include depth psychotherapy, psychedelic integration, and identity and spiritual exploration for adults seeking healing, self-understanding, and meaningful personal transformation. I believe in meeting each person with compassion, interest, and respect for the complexity of their lived experience. As your therapist, my role is to be a collaborative and supportive partner who helps you explore not only what’s hurting, but also the strengths, meaning, and possibilities for growth within your experience. You don't need to have everything figured out before beginning therapy; we can discover the path together. If you're curious about yourself, I’m here to help you understand not only what you're struggling with, but the deeper emotional, relational, and unconscious patterns underlying those struggles, so you can move toward greater authenticity and a more grounded, meaningful relationship with yourself and your life. I look forward to helping you gain greater self-understanding, connection, and a life that feels more authentic, grounded, and fully your own. Depth-oriented, humanistic, somatic, and trauma-informed methods, along with spiritually integrated psychotherapy, shape how I help you explore the deeper patterns beneath what brought you to therapy. I bring genuine and deep attunement to your unique inner world and experience, as I'm passionate about helping you understand not just what's happening, but why. My style is curious, compassionate, and authentic, allowing me to tailor therapy to your needs, identity, and goals. You can expect a warm, nonjudgmental environment where all parts of your experience are welcome as we work together. Through this work, you can create meaningful, lasting change. My path to becoming a therapist grew from a longstanding interest in healing, contemplative practice, and understanding the deeper dimensions of the human experience. Over the years, working with people across diverse identities and life circumstances has deepened my commitment to providing care that honors the whole person. I bring empathy, authenticity, and a depth-oriented perspective to each session, creating space for you to explore your experiences, reconnect with yourself, and discover your own path toward healing and transformation. I love reading and writing, meditation and other contemplative practices, and studying mythology and spirituality. Gaming is another favorite of mine, especially D&D and MTG, and spending time with my family and my two dogs means a lot to me.

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Are you feeling completely overwhelmed, exhausted, or disconnected from yourself. Maybe your mind won’t stop racing, or maybe you feel a heavy, stuck numbness that makes just getting through your week feel like a mountain. When you are carrying complex trauma, high anxiety, or painful past experiences, it can feel like your body is constantly stuck in survival mode. First know two things right away: You are not broken, and you do not have to carry this heavy weight entirely on your own. Talk therapy can be incredibly helpful, but when trauma and stress live deep inside your nervous system, just talking about it isn’t always enough. That is why our practice focuses on Somatic Psychotherapy and EMDR. We don’t just focus on the story of what happened to you; we work gently and safely with your mind and body together. We help you learn how to release that built-up tension, calm a racing nervous system, and finally find a sense of safety and peace within your own skin. If you are a student navigating a difficult life transition, navigating intense academic burnout, or processing deeply rooted trauma, we are here to offer a consistent, long-term space where you can let your guard down. You don’t have to rush your healing to fit into a strict, short-term campus session limit. We have immediate daytime and evening openings so you can get support right when you need it most. You are welcome exactly as you are today. Whether you want to meet face-to-face in our comfortable Boulder office or prefer the convenience of virtual sessions from your own space, we are ready to help you take that next step toward feeling human again.

If you are scrolling through these profiles today, chances are you are feeling deeply exhausted, disconnected, or completely overwhelmed by everything you are carrying. Maybe your mind won't stop racing with anxiety, or maybe you feel a heavy, hollow numbness that makes just getting out of bed feel like a battle. When you have survived complex trauma, chronic stress, or painful life transitions, your body can feel like it is constantly stuck in survival mode—waiting for the other shoe to drop. I want you to know something right now, before we even meet: You are not broken, you are not failing, and you do not have to carry this heavy weight entirely on your own. You might have already tried talk therapy, only to find that just talking about your problems leaves you feeling frustrated or stuck. That is because trauma, anxiety, and deep stress don't just live in our thoughts—they live deep inside our physical bodies and nervous systems. When we work together, we won't just analyze your story. Using Somatic Psychotherapy and EMDR, we will work gently and safely with your mind and body as a team. Together, we will help your nervous system learn how to let go of that built-up survival tension, calm the racing thoughts, and finally help you find a genuine, lasting sense of safety and peace right inside your own skin. As a therapist working right here in the Boulder community, I know how intense the pressure, academic burnout, and isolation can feel. I am here to offer you a consistent, long-term space where you can completely let your guard down and just be human. You don't have to worry about rushing your healing process to fit into strict, short-term campus session limits. I protect reliable daytime and evening openings so you can get help exactly when you need it most. You are welcome here exactly as you are today—whether you are feeling messy, numb, angry, or completely lost. We can meet face-to-face in my comfortable, welcoming Boulder office, or we can connect virtually via secure telehealth from wherever you feel safest. Whenever you are ready to take a breath and take that next step, I am right here to walk through it with you.

My work prioritizes authentic connection with my clients and the wisdom contained in our bodies, holding space for both what is spoken and what is felt. Therapy with me welcomes all aspects of your experience, where grief, pain, and fear can coexist alongside connection, joy, and laughter. My holistic, trauma-informed approach supports those navigating complex trauma and its many expressions, including numbness or disconnection, self-criticism, relationship struggles, and feeling overwhelmed or disconnected from the body. My work prioritizes authentic connection with my clients and the wisdom contained in our bodies, holding space for both what is spoken and what is felt. Therapy with me welcomes all aspects of your experience, where grief, pain, and fear can coexist alongside connection, joy, and laughter. My holistic, trauma-informed approach supports those navigating complex trauma and its many expressions, including numbness or disconnection, self-criticism, relationship struggles, and feeling overwhelmed or disconnected from the body. My approach is different from traditional talk therapy. Each session with me blends neuroscience, EMDR, somatic psychology, and mindfulness. By working with more than just the thinking mind, we can create space for new possibilities, helping you loosen old patterns, get unstuck, and reconnect with yourself in a deeper way. The nervous system learns through experience, so healing must go beyond intellectualizing and allow new experiences to unfold - ones that allow you to truly change. Together, we can create these experiences and discover new ways of being. I'm here for you, and I hope you reach out so we can connect.