Children Resources

Mental Well Being for Children

Support your child’s emotional well-being with counseling. Help them develop healthy coping skills, communication, and tools to navigate life’s challenges.

Book a Session

Help your child by providing support and guidance, using positive language, highlighting the progress they have made, breaking down the challenge into smaller steps, and motivating them with positive affirmations.

‍

‍

Some signs that a troubled teenager may need additional support include persistent behavioral changes, withdrawal from family members, declining school performance, substance use, frequent emotional outbursts, or signs of anxiety and depression. If your child is struggling with ongoing mental health problems or risky behaviors, programs for troubled teens can provide structure, guidance, and professional support tailored to their needs.

Yes, free programs for troubled youth can be highly effective, especially when they address both mental health issues and environmental stressors. Many community-based treatment programs focus on therapy, skill-building, and family involvement to support lasting growth. When combined with consistent family support and follow-up care, these resources for troubled youth can create meaningful, long-term positive outcomes.

Imagine your life as a GPS. Sometimes, you have a destination in mind, but old, unhelpful habits keep sending you down the same wrong roads. Behavioral counseling is all about reprogramming that GPS. We work together to identify the specific behaviors holding you back and then develop new, healthier strategies to get you to your goal. It’s not about endless talk; it's about learning a new set of skills, testing them out, and taking action to create the life you want.

The goal of behavioral counseling is simple yet powerful: to give you the tools to take control of your life. It's about shifting from being a passenger to a driver. We’ll help you understand how your thoughts and feelings influence your actions, so you can make intentional choices that lead to positive change. Whether you want to overcome procrastination, manage your anger, or improve your relationships, we're here to help you get unstuck and build a life that feels authentic and rewarding.

Think of behavioral therapy as the "how-to" guide for your life, while traditional talk therapy is more like a journal. Both are incredibly valuable, but they have different purposes. Talk therapy often focuses on exploring your past and gaining insight into your emotions. Behavioral therapy, on the other hand, is action-oriented and focuses on the present. We'll work on practical skills to change specific behaviors and patterns that are causing problems. We believe in your ability to learn and change, and we’ll give you the roadmap to do it.

We all have habits we’d like to break, whether it's scrolling endlessly on your phone or procrastinating on important tasks. It can feel like your brain is on autopilot, and you're just along for the ride. Behavioral counseling is all about helping you take control of that autopilot. We’ll help you understand the triggers behind your habits and replace them with healthier routines that support your goals. You are not a helpless observer in your own life; you can learn to steer your own ship.

Meet Our Counselors & Nurse Practitioners

Nearly 100 licensed providers across Colorado — find someone who feels like the right fit for what you're facing.
Katelynn Pucci, LPC
Katelynn Pucci, LPC
LPC.0022149, CO

I specialize in working with high-achieving individuals who are looking to make authentic and sustained positive changes to their lives.

Susan Taylor, LPC
Susan Taylor, LPC
LPC.0022002, CO

As a therapist, I bring authenticity and humor to our time together. I aim to create a space where you feel comfortable being yourself and are open to working on your goals.

Gianna Carleo, LPCC
Gianna Carleo, LPCC
LPCC.0023682, CO

I work to create a warm, inviting space where clients feel safe to show up exactly as they are. My approach centers on exploring your internal landscape—your emotions and values.

Meghan Thiebaut, LPCC
Meghan Thiebaut, LPCC
LPCC.0018684, CO

While therapy can feel intimidating or uncomfortable, it is my priority to create a safe environment where clients can feel authentically themselves.

Laura Brinkman, MA, LPCC
Laura Brinkman, MA, LPCC
LPCC.0019462, CO

Healing our hearts is a vulnerable and powerful journey. As your therapist, I will be honored to walk alongside you and support you every step of the way.

Caitlin deWit, MSN, PMHNP-BC
Caitlin deWit, MSN, PMHNP-BC
C-APN.0004613-C-NP, CO

I am passionate about providing care to diverse populations, ensuring inclusivity and support for individuals from all backgrounds.

Shannon Matlock, LPC, NCC
Shannon Matlock, LPC, NCC
LPC.0017231, CO

The most beautiful people we have known are those who have known defeat, suffering, struggle, and loss, and have found their way out of those depths. - Elisabeth Kübler-Ross

Arias Gonzales, LPC
Arias Gonzales, LPC
LPC.0020253, CO

Inspired by Yalom's wisdom, "The only way out is through." I offer empathetic guidance through life's complexities, fostering self-awareness, meaning, and authentic connection along your journey.

Sarah Kahn, MA, LPCC, NLC, ABIS-I
Sarah Kahn, MA, LPCC, NLC, ABIS-I
LPCC.0014884, CO

I have an eclectic therapeutic approach that has been developed by my 14+ years of therapeutic experience, trainings/practice and my own personal experience.

Benjamin Leverentz, LPCC
Benjamin Leverentz, LPCC
LPCC.0022963, CO

Compassionate therapy focused on hope, healing, and growth. Supporting your journey toward emotional well-being and a brighter future.

All Mental Health Topics