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“All that makes you fragile and fierce and clever and powerful and wounded and creative and layered and thoughtful and moody and i...
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“All that makes you fragile and fierce and clever and powerful and wounded and creative and layered and thoughtful and moody and insightful and wild and damaged, can be described in one single word: lovely.” – Beau Taplin
Alanys Chavez is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 5 years of experience and is passionate about helping people help themselves. She specializes in assisting individuals dealing with depression, anxiety, stress management, life transitions, and more. Alanys has worked at organizations aimed at helping teens learn leadership skills, develop self-esteem, and plan for their educational future. Alanys believes in a holistic approach to treatment that accounts for mind, body, and emotions.
Alanys received her Master’s in Clinical Mental Behavior Health from the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs. She utilizes mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, and interpersonal therapy.
Alanys strives to see everyone achieve the healthiest version of themselves through a therapeutic approach that is unique to them. She creates a custom plan to meet the needs of the client while focusing on their strengths and maintaining a positive approach towards change. Reach out to Alanys today!
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As a woman who has experienced trauma throughout my life, I have a deep understanding of how to learn the skills to overcome life'...
As a woman who has experienced trauma throughout my life, I have a deep understanding of how to learn the skills to overcome life's challenges.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 5 years of experience helping individuals navigate trauma, substance use challenges, and major life transitions. I am passionate about supporting people as they heal, grow, and rediscover their sense of purpose. My approach is grounded in empathy, collaboration, and trust, creating a safe space where clients can explore difficult emotions and work toward meaningful, lasting change.
I earned my Master’s in Social Work from the University of Denver. I utilize evidence-based modalities such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, and trauma-focused therapies to guide my clients toward emotional regulation, self-awareness, and personal growth.
I believe that through healing and self-discovery, my clients can achieve lasting change and fulfillment. If you’re ready to take the next step in your personal growth journey, I’d be honored to support you—schedule an appointment today to begin writing your next chapter.
As one who has experienced personal trauma and sought out therapy initially as a child, I have an authentic understanding of how w...
As one who has experienced personal trauma and sought out therapy initially as a child, I have an authentic understanding of how we are impacted by painful life circumstances and how building of new life skills can empower us once again.
Hello! My name is Caroline. I'm a licensed clinical social worker. I typically work with children, adolescents, young adults, and families. I have extensive experience with anxiety, depression, and trauma. I'm skilled in Emotion Focused Family Therapy, helping families build skills to resolve conflict and strengthen trust and connection.
My approach is warm, goal-oriented, direct, and empathetic. I believe that working together with my clients creates better outcomes. I'm committed to helping you feel safe and supported as we navigate challenges. My focus is on helping you develop practical skills and insights that make a real difference in your relationships and well-being.
Reaching out for therapy can feel intimidating, whether it's your first time or your thirtieth. I provide an empathetic, and straightforward, non-judgmental approach. You're in control and can share at your own pace as we get to know each other. If it feels like the right fit, I invite you to schedule an appointment. I look forward to getting to know you!
I have, through decades of personal and professional experience, gained the necessary, diverse and effective therapeutic skills th...
I have, through decades of personal and professional experience, gained the necessary, diverse and effective therapeutic skills that enables me to effectively help individuals work through and overcome a wide variety of personal and mental health issues.
Dr. Bruce Riecks is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist (LCP) with more than 30 years of experience in the mental health field. He is passionate about helping adults bring all parts of themselves into balance, with emphasis on the mental, emotional, relational and spiritual aspects. Dr. Riecks specializes in helping individuals who experience anxiety, depression, difficulty focusing their thoughts, grief and loss, trauma, relationship difficulties, end of life issues, and addiction of various kinds.
Dr. Riecks has earned a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of Colorado-Boulder, a Master's degree in Psychometrics and Counseling from the University of Colorado-Denver, and a Doctor of Psychology from Ryokan College in Los Angeles, California. His experiences, coupled with his professional experience, enables him to provide the guidance and support his clients are seeking. Dr. Riecks utilizes multiple therapeutic approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), person-centered therapy (PCT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), mindfulness, and solutions-focused therapy (SFT).
Dr. Riecks understands that we all have our unique experiences and challenges. He specializes in helping individuals learn the skills needed to change how they think and behave so that their emotions no longer control them. Dr. Riecks understands the courage it takes to engage in this often long and difficult journey. He will be there along side you, supporting, assisting, and educating you every step of the way. If you are ready to embark on this journey with Dr. Riecks, schedule an appointment with him today.
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At Thriveworks, Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) primarily concentrates on assisting individuals in emotion regulation, enhancing interpersonal relationships, and acquiring effective coping strategies for managing stress and emotional difficulties.
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) targets your personal challenges. You may work with your DBT therapist to maintain diary cards to monitor progress, emphasizing validation and support in the therapeutic relationship. DBT follows a stage-based approach, prioritizing crisis reduction initially and life satisfaction.
DBT was initially developed to address the needs of individuals with borderline personality disorder (BPD). However, its versatile approach has enabled its application to a wide range of mental health conditions, including but not limited to, anxiety, depression, stress, and anger issues.
The 4 pillars of DBT are mindfulness, emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and distress tolerance.
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) have distinct purposes and aren’t inherently superior or inferior to one another. DBT is most effective for managing emotional regulation, personality disorders, and interpersonal challenges, while EMDR is specifically tailored for individuals with trauma-related conditions like post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) with therapists at Thriveworks in Aurora, CO is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
The duration of a standard DBT program is typically around 24 weeks, which is roughly six months. The actual number of sessions will vary depending on the issues you wish to address.
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Thriveworks Counseling & Therapy Aurora is located near E 2nd Ave and N Chambers Rd, off I-225. It is near the Aurora Town Center and a short distance from the High Line Canal Trail.
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