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As an experienced nurse practitioner and active compassionate listener, I partner with individuals to find the best treatment opti...
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As an experienced nurse practitioner and active compassionate listener, I partner with individuals to find the best treatment options for them on their journey to improved mental health.
I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 23 years of experience in the field of mental health and more than 3 decades as a registered nurse. My background includes inpatient psychiatric care at Children’s Medical Center in Dallas, private practice in Texas, and outpatient treatment at Suncoast Community Mental Health Center in Florida. I specialize in working with youth, adolescents, and young adults who need compassionate, evidence-based care.
I hold a Master’s in Nursing from the University of Texas. My clinical focus is on psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and individualized treatment plans. I also incorporate solution-focused therapies to help clients achieve greater stability and long-term healing.
Taking the first step toward care can feel overwhelming, but it is a powerful act of courage. I invite you to take that next step today and begin your journey toward balance, resilience, and emotional well-being by scheduling an appointment.
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As someone who has struggled silently, I know the pain of being strong. I provide a culturally sensitive and compassionate environ...
As someone who has struggled silently, I know the pain of being strong. I provide a culturally sensitive and compassionate environment where you are seen, heard and supported.
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist associate (LMFT-A) with 9 years of experience supporting individuals, couples, and families as they navigate relational challenges, emotional stressors, and major life transitions. I have worked across diverse settings providing in-home services, crisis intervention, parenting and co-parenting support, and family-focused care. I’m committed to helping clients strengthen communication, build emotional resilience, and create healthier, more fulfilling connections.
I earned my master’s in marriage and family therapy from Brandman University. I take a personalized, evidence-based approach, drawing from cognitive behavioral therapy, emotionally focused therapy, solution-focused therapy, and narrative therapy. I specialize in anxiety, depression, anger, grief, relationship issues, and communication challenges.
Everyone struggles at times, but you don’t have to face those moments alone. I offer a warm, judgment-free space where you can explore your emotions, gain clarity, and build meaningful coping skills. I’m here to support your healing and help you move toward the balanced, connected life you deserve. I look forward to working with you.
Over 4 decades of helping people in settings from prisons to psych wards to private practice, I've guided many toward clarity, con...
Over 4 decades of helping people in settings from prisons to psych wards to private practice, I've guided many toward clarity, connection and the courage to grow.
Heather Sena is a Licensed Professional Counselor and has been practicing in the field for over 40 years. She has worked with both adolescents and adults with a wide range of concerns including: anxiety, depression, panic attacks/disorders, personality and mood disorders, relationship issues and parenting difficulties.
Heather holds a Master of Art in Clinical Psychology from the University of Colorado. Heather has previous experience in clinical neuropsychology, head injury and mental health in the prison system. She employs evidence-based approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy, solution focused therapy and mindfulness-based results.
Heather strives to create a compassionate, collaborative space where clients feel safe to explore life’s challenges. She tailors each session to th e individual’s needs, helping clients gain insight, build resilience, and move toward lasting emotional well-being.
As a clinician who blends warmth, structure, and humor, I help clients understand their patterns, build emotional insight, and dev...
As a clinician who blends warmth, structure, and humor, I help clients understand their patterns, build emotional insight, and develop the tools to create lasting change.
I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor with 7 years of experience helping teens and adults navigate anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, and personality-related challenges. My goal is to help clients recognize patterns, build emotional awareness, and develop practical tools for growth. I bring humor, honesty, and compassion into each session, meeting clients where they are while helping them move toward where they want to be.
I earned my Master’s in Mental Health Counseling from Mississippi College. My approach blends evidence-based techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and reality therapy with a relational, down-to-earth style. I believe healing happens through connection, accountability, and genuine collaboration.
Taking the first step toward therapy can feel uncertain, but you don’t have to do it alone. I strive to create a supportive and empowering space where clients can feel understood, build confidence, and grow at their own pace. Healing begins with the courage to reach out.
I believe life is not without struggles and it is important that we have the necessary support and skills to help better navigate ...
I believe life is not without struggles and it is important that we have the necessary support and skills to help better navigate the journey.
Patrycia Hatten is a Licensed Professional Counselor with more than 12 years of experience providing services to various populations in the mental health and substance use field. She specializes in anxiety, trauma, grief, anger management, stress management, depression, and finding ways to smooth out those big challenges in life.
Patrycia completed her Masters in Clinical Counseling with an emphasis in couples and family therapy at the University of Northern Colorado. She has worked extensively with all ages, with clients ranging from 5-70 years old. She is comfortable utilizing multiple treatment modalities such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), person-centered therapy, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, solution-focused therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). Patrycia's vast experience coupled with her innate compassion enables her to work collaboratively with her clients to help them reach their goals
We all have strengths and talents, even if they aren't immediately apparent to ourselves. Together you and Patrycia will identify and build skills through the use of feedback, processing, and empathy to help reach your personal goals. Patrycia is open-minded and has a gentle way of challenging thoughts and behaviors to allow her clients to gain insight and understanding, helping to promote progress and facilitate change. She is excited to have the opportunity to work with you!
As someone shaped by diverse cultures and communities, I bring a deep respect for each person’s unique story and a belief that hea...
As someone shaped by diverse cultures and communities, I bring a deep respect for each person’s unique story and a belief that healing begins with feeling seen, valued, and empowered to write the next chapter.
I am a Licensed Social Worker with 9 years of experience supporting individuals, couples, and families through life transitions. I work with adults navigating stress, identity challenges, trauma, and relational changes. My approach integrates holistic wellness, evidence-based practices, and compassionate connection to help clients find healing, balance, and purpose in their lives.
I earned my Master’s in Social Work from Western New Mexico University. My approach blends evidence-based therapies with mindfulness, strengths-based, and culturally responsive practices. I create a collaborative space where clients feel supported as they build resilience and emotional wellness.
Wherever you are on your journey, you don’t have to face it alone. Together, we’ll create space for healing, growth, and renewed confidence. I’d be honored to walk alongside you as you take the next step toward balance, connection, and self-discovery.
You deserve dedicated time with a mental health professional — it can be life-changing.
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My go-to approach for teen counseling incorporates elements of empathy, collaboration, and creativity to meet the unique needs of adolescent clients. Establishing a strong therapeutic relationship is essential, especially with teenagers who may be hesitant or resistant to therapy. I prioritize building trust and rapport by actively listening to their concerns, validating their experiences, and demonstrating genuine empathy and understanding.
I teach the following tools in teen counseling:
Progress in teen counseling often involves a boost in confidence and self-esteem. When a teen demonstrates greater self-confidence, assertiveness, and self-acceptance, it suggests they are developing a more positive sense of self-worth and identity.
Encourage teens to prioritize self-care by maintaining healthy habits such as eating nutritious foods, getting adequate sleep, and staying hydrated. Taking care of their physical health can support their emotional and mental well-being.
To prepare for their first teen counseling session, parents can educate their teens that therapy works best when one is willing to be open and honest about their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. While it's normal to feel nervous or apprehensive about sharing personal information, they should try to approach therapy with a willingness to engage and participate fully in the process.
Teen counseling helps young individuals better understand and manage the challenges that affect their mental health. Common challenges amongst teens include anxiety, depression, ADHD, and problematic relationships with food.
Teen counseling works by using multiple techniques, tailored to fit the teen’s unique needs — based on their age group, their challenges, and the severity of their challenges. It might involve cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, art therapy, and others for varying ages. In any case, Thriveworks teen therapists in Colorado Springs have the expertise and experience to help young individuals at their level.
Signs that teens might need Teen counseling can be very subjective, as they are experiencing many changes and can have intense reactions to them. As parents, you know your child best and are best equipped to judge whether certain reactions are standard behaviors for your teen or whether they might be hinting at a larger problem. Even so, there are a few common signs and events that often point to a need for therapy, such as experiencing divorce or loss, grief, consistent low moods, teens distancing themselves and becoming isolated, losing interest in hobbies, excessive anger or irritability, substance use issues, and suicidal ideation, among others.
Teen counseling providers at Thriveworks in Colorado Springs, CO offer both in person and online therapy by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
The length of teen counseling depends on your teen’s needs as well as the goals that you and their therapist might have for them. Generally, teen counseling sessions will last for several months.
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Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management
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