7 Best Denver Couples Therapists
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How does Birch Psychology approach Couples and Family Therapy?
Our diverse and experienced team of clinicians offer counseling that’s tailored to the specific needs of your unique relationship. Our approach is informative, evidence based, and centered on creating a safe place for you and your partner to bring positive change, improve communication, engage in conflict resolution, and power through life transitions.
We focus on resolving relationship conflicts and patching the emotional disconnections that create discord in a healthy relationship. At Birch Psychology, we'll teach you to improve your communication skills, navigate through challenging times, and foster understanding and empathy.
How is Marriage Counseling Different From Other Forms of Counseling?
Family therapy, sex therapy, and individual therapy can often result in a recommendation for relationship therapy. When you seek treatment for anxiety, stress, trauma, depression, self esteem issues, addiction, sexuality curiosity, physical sex dysfunction, etc.- an individual therapy provider may trace back the cause of these concerns to individuals struggling with intimacy and trauma from poorly managed relationships.
Individual therapy works with clients on benefitting the individual.
Family therapy clients work with a family therapist on supporting the family unit.
Sex therapy is a form of support designed to work with individuals, couples, and other sexual relationships on improving sexual success.
Relationship counseling focuses on the relationship!
What is the Benefit of Relationship Counseling?
Couples who are constantly fighting may need to improve their ability to communicate. Relationship counseling can teach new clients to develop skills to do so!
Couples can struggle with feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, life stressors, intimacy confusion, and family connection, and by seeking support, they are able to heal themselves and better their lives.
There doesn't need to be a large trauma for most couples to find support from seeking a therapist. Sometimes, a marriage can use tune ups to better prepare for the future!
What does Couples and Family Therapy Entail?
Families are often led by adult partners, and this relationship requires a healthy and supportive partnership.
New clients will discuss the unique history and element of their families, what they are interested in improving, which elements of their relationship could use healing, and what their hope is for growth together. The therapist will lead them through navigating their concerns, allowing them to feel safe voicing their relationships' strengths and weaknesses.
Conflict resolution, mental health support, management of life transitions, and more are specialty areas that appear in marriage counseling.
7 of the Best Couples Therapists in Denver
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2. Hannah Schriber, Psy.D.
• Credentials: Psy.D.
• Education:
◦ University of Denver (2023) - Doctorate, Graduate School of Professional Psychology, Clinical Psychology
◦ University of Denver (2020) - Master of Arts, Graduate School of Professional Psychology, Clinical Psychology
◦ Washington University in Saint Louis (2017) - Bachelor of Arts, Psychology and American Culture Studies
• Specialty area(s): Social/Emotional Assessments, ADHD Assessments, Psychoeducational Assessments, Relational/Interpersonal concerns, Family Distress, Self-Esteem, Grief and Loss, Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Couples Therapy, and Women's Issues
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3. Deb Felio, LPC
• Credentials: Licensed Professional Counselor
• Education:
◦ Houston Baptist University (1989) - Master’s, Psychology
• Specialty area(s): Parent Training, Anxiety, Depression, Family Therapy, Adoption, Faith-Based, Blended Families, Attachment, Couples Therapy, Attachment, Humanistic, Trauma, Grief and Loss, ADHD
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4. Stephanie Pinch, Psy.D., M.Ed
• Credentials: Psy.D.
• Education:
◦ University of Denver (2023) - Doctorate, Graduate School of Professional Psychology, Clinical Psychology
◦ University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center, Early Childhood (2022) - Pre-Doctoral Internship
◦ University of Denver (2020) - Master of Arts, Graduate School of Professional Psychology, Clinical Psychology
◦ George Mason University (2014) - Master of Education, Special Education
◦ Elon University (2012) - Bachelor of Arts, Psychology and Neuroscience
• Specialty area(s): ASD/ Autism Assessments, ADHD Assessments, Psychoeducational Assessments, Social/ Emotional Assessments, Early Childhood Developmental Assessments, PCIT, CPP, ASD, Trauma, Perinatal/ Postpartum, Health/ Medical, Faith-Based, Substance Abuse, Attachment, Play Therapy, Early Childhood, Couples Therapy, Anxiety, Depression
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5. Gabriela Maldonado Bell, LCSW
• Credentials: Licensed Clinical Social Worker
• Education:
◦ Portland State University (2015) - Masters of Social Work
◦ Portland State University (2014) - Graduate Certificate in Infant-Toddler Mental Health
◦ Grinnell College (2009) - Bachelors of the Arts, Major: Sociology/Spanish
• Specialty area(s): Spanish, COS (Circle of Security), Early Childhood, Play Therapy, Perinatal/ Postpartum, Humanistic, LGBTQ, Adoption, Trauma, Parent Training, Family Therapy, Relational, Attachment, Anxiety, Depression
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6. Dylan Larson-Konar, Ph.D.
• Credentials: Ph.D.
• Education:
◦ University of Colorado at Boulder - Pre-Doctoral Internship
◦ University of Florida (2022) - PhD, Counseling Psychology
◦ University of Florida (2019) - M.S., Counseling Psychology
◦ Princeton University (2015) - B.A., English
• Specialty area(s): ADHD Assessments, Mental Health Evaluation, Psychoeducational Assessments, Social/ Emotional Assessments, CBT, OCD, LGBTQ, Humanistic, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Grief and Loss, Couples Therapy
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7. Ali Argo
• Credentials: Master's Level Training Clinician
• Education:
◦ The University of Denver (Expected 2025) - MA in International Disaster Psychology
◦ University of California Los Angeles - UCLA (2022) - BS in Communications
Minors in Film & Professional Writing• Specialty area(s): Developmental and complex trauma, cultural assimilation issues, depression, anxiety, suicidality, relationship concerns and life and career transitions
FAQs about Denver Couples Counseling
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For this article, the terms are used interchangeably. However, therapy describes service provided by a licensed marriage mental health professional, and that other forms of counseling may be provided by a clergy member or other person in a helping role.
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The therapeutic modalities that are commonly used in marriage therapy include EFT (emotion focused therapy), the Sue Johnson approach on attachment theory, the John Gottman method, and more.
Treatment plans are customized to each couple’s needs. Many couples experience other challenges such as depression anxiety, sex and intimacy trouble, connection difficulties, addiction, feelings of being stuck, and stress about the future. Each concern can require a different technique!
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Couples do not need to be married in order to seek couples therapy! Non married partners, polyamorous couples, and other forms of romantic relationships can find healing, growth, and hope by meeting with a couples and family therapist to break down conflicts.
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At Birch Psychology, we believe that every relationship can be revitalized and improved with unbiased and nonjudgmental support. This is because every couple will face challenges in life that are difficult to overcome, to understand, and to learn from.
And regardless of compatibility, every person is different: we all cope differently, we all perceive differently, and we all have our personal biases. Over time, our biases often evolve into expectations, which challenge our relationships when we feel these expectations aren’t being met.
By stepping out of your comfort zone and into a safe space for open communication, you’re better able to express your needs, desires, and disappointments. With guidance from experts, you’ll improve your understanding of yourself, your partner, and your relationships.
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Yes! In fact, according to the American Psychological Association, engaging in services with a relationship or family therapist is up to 75% effective.
The willingness to work on your partnership implies a desire to improve yourself and your contribution to the relationship. Having anxiety about losing an important relationship, desire to continue life with your partner, and being interested in furthering intimacy can signal a potential for success.
People who participate in marriage counseling improve their ability to communicate, listen, and empathize with their partner. This knowledge is vital for facilitating long-term relationships built on mutual trust and connection.
Strengthen Your Bond & Rediscover Your Love
Meeting with a therapist is an opportunity to focus on the bond you’ve created with your partner. Available to couples of all ages and backgrounds, we provide an accepting and caring environment for exploring the nuanced dynamics of your relationship. When it comes to couples counseling in Denver, we have the experts!
Ready to transform your partnership and life? To get matched with the perfect clinician for your relationship and find the best couples therapy Denver has to offer, book a consultation with Birch Psychology today.