Find a therapist, counselor or psychologist in Colorado Springs, CO (Southeast)

"At the heart of being known is the need for full honesty with ourselves and others."

John McDowell is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with years of experience. He works with clients of all ages who are struggling with issues related to stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, life transitions, and much more.

John holds a Master's degree in School Counseling from Liberty University. He earned a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and Music from the University of Virginia. John utilizes a eclectic approach to therapy, utilizing a variety of personalized techniques to suit your situation and goals.

Whatever the issue at hand you are dealing with, there is hope. It can be nerve-racking and scary to begin the journey of self-reflection, growth and development—but John will help you. Schedule your session with him today!

""I see now that the circumstances of one's birth are irrelevant. It is what you do with the gift of life that determines who you are." -Mewtwo"

Kristen Bowman is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 4 years of experience providing mental health therapy to children, adults, and adolescents. Kristen is passionate about being a resource to clients in need of psychological and emotional support in all stages of treatment. She specializes in working with clients with depression, anxiety, trauma, and substance use.

Kristen completed her Master of Arts (MA) in Clinical Psychology at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs. She has worked with clients in multiple levels of care, including residential treatment and inpatient settings, and this has enabled her to provide individualized therapy to address a variety of stressors. Kristen enjoys using multiple treatment approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing, person-centered, and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR).

Kristen believes in giving you the space to work out solutions for yourself and meeting you where you are. If you are ready to begin, schedule an appointment with her today!

"I realize that life is unpredictable and that no one can plan or prepare for everything that it holds."

Sydney Gomez is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who specializes in treating trauma, anxiety, depression, and life stress or adjustment-related concerns. Sydney has experience with clients across the lifespan but especially enjoys working with older adolescents, adults, and couples.

Originally from Michigan, Sydney loves to spend time with her family and enjoy the outdoors. She chooses to fill her time with things that in turn fill her up so that she can bring her all to a client’s session. Sydney employs a variety of strategies in her work including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). She knows that everyone has different goals and begins at unique places, so she believes in meeting every client wherever they are, helping them work towards a happier and healthier life.

Sydney believes empowering you to use your own strengths and skills to heal and pursue your goals leads to a stronger sense of self and greater success in the future. It may seem hard, but Sydney has seen time after time the strength, skill, and perseverance in all her clients. Her job is simply to recognize the unique traits her clients hold and help them utilize those to improve their daily life.

"Life is a multidimensional experience and I am committed to helping people process those experiences."

Jaelyn Aragon is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who specializes in working with children, teens, and adults who are struggling to cope with issues related to addiction, depression, anxiety, undeveloped coping skills, chronic illness, family conflict, trauma, PTSD, sexual or physical abuse, parenting difficulties, and much more. 

Jaelyn works from a person-centered approach that borrows strategies from narrative therapy and insights from an existential lens. She knows that the client is an expert on themselves, but may need guidance from a counselor to help navigate the trials and tribulations of life. Jaelyn’s journey into counseling began with her work at Safe Passage Children’s Advocacy Center, where she volunteered for over two years. The experience taught her the value of meeting a client at whatever place or mindset they are in, and she learned how to respond to a range of emotional situations while being an advocate for the client’s best interest.

Jaelyn knows that everyone carries experiences that help to shape who they are. She is devoted to helping people process those experiences. Reach out to schedule a session with her, where you'll work together as a team to start achieving your personal goals. 

"As an empowered female, I embrace a strength-based, client-centered approach to build self-efficacy in my clients in order to assist them in achieving optimal outcomes from the therapy."

Denice Maiden is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Certified Addiction Specialist with over 10 years of experience in behavioral health, providing assessment, crisis stabilization, and therapeutic care to individuals seeking help with depression, anxiety, trauma, substance abuse, depression, anxiety, women’s issues, and life stressors; and to couples who are experiencing communication and other relationship challenges. Denice is compassionate, dedicated, and results-driven. She is passionate about enriching clients’ lives and invested in their journey toward living successful and mentally healthy lives.  

Denice completed her Master of Arts (MA) in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Argosy University-Denver. She embraces a collaborative, individualized, strength-based approach to treatment which is centered in present-moment awareness, utilizing evidence-based interventions for mindfulness, exploring core beliefs and thought distortions, and reframing narratives, in order to promote client self-efficacy and foster mental wellness. 

Denice endeavors to put you at ease, instill hope, and help to normalize your present life challenges in a space that is inviting, validating, accepting, and unconditional, so that she may assist you in building a path toward a happier and brighter tomorrow.