Ralston House Therapy Referral List
Updated January 2013
Individual Therapy & Support
Allison Brittsan, MA, LPC
*C & A
5460 Ward Road #235
Arvada, CO 80002
303.643.8407
Focus of practice is trauma recovery. Treat children ages 5 and up. Treat non-offending parent. Expertise in clarification and family re-unification
Jeff Kendig, MA, LPC
*C & A
5460 Ward Road #235
Arvada, CO 80002
AND
34061 Forest Park Drive
Elizabeth, CO 80107
303.646.0556
www.jeffreytkendigpc.com
My specialties are primarily working with victims of crime, including sexual and physical assault, with more specific focus on male victims. I co-facilitate a group for Non-Offending
Parents of children who have been sexually assaulted. Expertise in clarification and family re-unification. I also focus on grief work as well as couples counseling. I am a Certified
Clinical Hypnotist. Treat children ages 6 and up, adolescents and adults.
Melissa Luzzi, MA, NCC, LPC
*C & A
5511 W 56th Avenue, #200
Arvada, CO 80002
720.898.0257
I currently work with school aged children, adolescents, adults, and families. I have worked extensively with clients who have been sexually, physically, and emotionally abused,
including victims of domestic violence. Relationship issues, trauma, communication, depression, life transitions, and grief and loss are common themes I address in counseling. I
have been trained in Level 1 and 2 in EMDR.
*Population: YC = 2 – 5 years old, C = 5 – 12 years old, A = 12 years old & up
John McGovern, MSW, LCSW
*YC, C & A
5460 Ward Road #235
Arvada, CO 80002
303.754.7727
I have provided therapy for children and families for over 37 years. A large part of my practice is devoted to dealing with the many issues related to loss and grief which may have
come from a variety of different circumstances, i.e. sexual abuse, physical abuse, divorce, loss of significant others, victims of crime and more. I have worked in many different
settings which include private practice, public schools, psychiatric hospitals and residential treatment centers. I work with children 3 and up as well as adolescents, adults, couples,
families and non-offending parents.
Fara Murata, MSW, LCSW
*YC, C & A
5511 W 56th Avenue, #200
Arvada, CO 80002
720.898.4800
I do play and art therapy with children ages 3 and up. I work with teens and adults. I am Level II EMDR Certified. Nutrition is a big part of therapy with clients to help treat
secondary issuers of sexual abuse and trauma, such as, depression, anxiety and PTSD. I work with children that have severe behavioral problems.
Open Door Counseling
*C & A
Kate J. Heit, MA, LPC
5738 Olde Wadsworth Blvd.
Arvada, Co 80002
303.277-9407
www.kateheit.com
I provide psycho-education and therapeutic interventions for children (age 6 on up), teens, adults and families, who are survivors of violence and/or sexual abuse. My primary
intention is to support clients in reclaiming personal power, dignity and integrity in their lives. I utilize treatment modalities that are known to benefit victims of crime, such as play
therapy, EMDR, DBT, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Other specialties in my practice include Anxiety Disorders with an emphasis on OCD, and Relationship Counseling.
Michelle Simmons, MA, LPC
*A
6475 Wadsworth Bypass #102
Arvada, CO 80004
303.898.6994
Charlene Slover, Psy.D.
*YC, C & A
7850 Vance Dr, #155
Arvada, CO 80003
303.424.8873
I work with children who have been victims of crime or who have witnessed crimes, such as sexual abuse, physical abuse or domestic violence. I also work with non-offending
parents and adults who have been sexually assaulted or who are victims of domestic violence. In addition, I work with children and adults dealing with issues of grief and loss.
*Population: YC = 2 – 5 years old, C = 5 – 12 years old, A = 12 years old & up
Town Square Associates
*YC, C & A
Karyl McBride, PhD, PC, LMFT
Kate Alexander, LCSW
5738 Olde Wadsworth Blvd.
Arvada, Colorado 80002
303.420.9565
www.karylmcbridephd.com
www.nevergoodenough.com
Having been in practice for over 30 years, my practice specializes in a wide range of mental health treatment areas. We work with children, adolescents
and adults and provide clinical treatment in the following: sexual abuse treatment and evaluation for all ages, trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder, EMDR (eye movement
desensitization reprocessing,) treatment and evaluation for children under the age of ten with sexual behavior problems, domestic violence, non-offending parent sessions,
clarification, reunification and family incest issues, court school preparation, marital, relationship, and family therapy, divorce adjustment issues, step-family work, family of origin
work, co-dependency, children and adults of narcissistic parents, and individual issues related to anxiety, depression and life transition. Extensive experience in working with law
enforcement, social services, the courts, victim compensation, as well as adoption and foster care cases.
Bridget Williams, MSW, LCSW
*C & A
26689A Pleasant Park Road, Suite 70,
Conifer, CO 80433
303.205.4549
I work with individuals, children and families with trauma and PTSD. I specialize in work with adolescent girls and young women with trauma. I see children as young as 8 years of
age. Clients say they appreciate my nurturing and gentle approach to therapy.
Becky Bethards, MSW, LCSW
*YC, C & A
2870 Speer Blvd
Denver, CO 80211
720.438.1107
I work with children (ages 3 through adolescence) and their families, specializing in trauma such as sexual abuse, physical abuse, neglect, witness to violence, as well as with foster
and adoptive families. I work closely with caregivers to help them understand their child's behaviors and the impact on their child and family.
Denver Children's Advocacy Center
*YC, C & A
2149 Federal Blvd.
Denver, CO 80211
303.825.3850
www.denvercac.org
We specialize in treating traumatized children 1-17, and supporting their non-offending family members available in English and Spanish at our child-friendly campus, Monday
through Friday 9am-7pm. As an accredited children's advocacy center, DCAC is a child-focused, facility-based program in which representatives from many disciplines, including
law enforcement, child protection, prosecution, mental health, medical and victim advocacy, child advocacy, work together to conduct interviews and make team decisions about
investigation, treatment, management and prosecution of child abuse cases.
The Lowry Center for Children and Families *YC, C & A
Suvi H. Miller, MSW, LCSW
495 Uinta Way, Suite 120
Denver CO 80230
303.344.4100 x14
Specialize in trauma treatment and recovery. Work with children 3-18, utilizing play, art, sand and talk therapies. Over 20 years experience.
*Population: YC = 2 – 5 years old, C = 5 – 12 years old, A = 12 years old & up
The Mariposa Center for Infant, Child, and Family Enrichment *YC, C & A
Emily McNeil, LPC, R-DMT, CIMI
2680 18th St. Suite 150A
Denver, CO 80211
303.817.0730
ewmcneil@hotmail.com
I am a licensed professional counselor who specializes in working with very young children (0-8) and their families. I specialize in treating trauma, abuse, and neglect. I work heavily
with infants and children who are in foster care or who have been adopted. I also specialize in treating traumatized and dys-regulated children who have developmental disabilities,
major medical challenges, and/or who were born premature. I often incorporate the creative arts and body-centered modalities into the therapy.
I focus heavily on helping the entire family, as support in this manner can positively impact the health and well-being of the child.
Jennifer Platt MA, R-DMT, LPC (prov)
303.618-3095
I am a child and family psychotherapist with over ten years of experience in working with young children (ages 3-12) and their families. I specialize in working with traumatized or
dys-regulated children, and have received extensive training in the Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics developed by Dr Bruce Perry and the Child Trauma Academy.
Additionally specialties include: attachment and bonding, grief and loss, adoption/foster care, depression, anxiety, and developmental delays in children. My approach to therapy is
holistic, playful, family-centered, strengths based, and incorporate a variety of creative art and somatic therapies.
Evergreen Consultants in Human Behavior *C & A
Starlyn Winger, MSW, LCSW
28000 Meadow Dr. #9
Evergreen, CO 80439
303.674.5503
evcons@aol.com
I specialize in working with children (ages 5 and up), teens and adults who are victims of trauma including child abuse, loss and death, domestic violence, attachment injuries and
other major life events. Along with talk therapy (CBT), I utilize numerous trauma treatment modalities including EMDR and somatic processing. Trauma is stored physically as well
as emotionally; therefore processing trauma somatically using cues from the body encourages the reintegration of emotional wellness. When the brain does not remember, the body
does. My website is www.starlynwinger.com.
Jody Cleveland, MSW, LCSW
*YC
5350 S Roslyn Street #306
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
303.885.7169
Specializing in the treatment of young children, ages 6 and under. Training in play therapy, sandtray therapy, marriage and family therapy, EMDR and adoption. Specializing in the
treatment of PTSD, trauma, abuse of all kinds and divorce, death of a parent or sibling and adoption issues.
Jane Cleveland, Psy.D
*C & A
5350 S Roslyn St #306
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
303.779.0609
I am a psychologist specializing in the treatment of children, adolescents, adults and parents/couples. I am trained in EMDR and my areas of expertise include treating trauma,
depression, grief, divorce, and parenting issues.
*Population: YC = 2 – 5 years old, C = 5 – 12 years old, A = 12 years old & up
Creative Counseling Center
*YC, C & A
Teri Karjala, LPC, LMFT, RPT, CACII, EFTCert1
6021 S. Syracuse Way, Suite 216
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
303.843.6000
terikarjala@creativecounselingcenter.com
www.creativecounselingcenter.com
At Creative Counseling Center our approach is supportive, warm, and collaborative. We provide counseling services to children 2+, adolescents, and adults. In working with children
we primarily use play therapy techniques. We specialize in childhood trauma (sexual abuse, physical abuse, emotional abuse and neglect), anxiety and play therapy. Our mission is
to empower and inspire people to create a life of hope, harmony, and happiness.
Grace Counseling
*YC, C, A
Dr. Michael Kragt, Ph.D., CACIII
Rebecca M. Matson MA, LPC, NCC
Alex Avila MA, LPC, NCC
7921 Southpark Plaza Suite 204
Littleton, CO 80120
720.489.8555
www.gracecounseling.net
Grace Counseling is a Christian Counseling center that meets the needs of the entire family. Our team is licensed and trained in the treatment of children two years and up, utilizing
many modalities including: EMDR; experiential play therapy; family systems; cognitive behavioral; DBT and more. We treat the entire client emotionally, spiritually, and neurologically
involving the family in the healing process.
HEALing Process, LLC
*A
Sherri Tobin, Ed.S, NCC, LMHC, NCSP
5808 South Rapp Street, Suite 100
Littleton, CO 80120
AND
3035 West 25th Avenue
Denver, CO 80211
575-496-4049
sherritobin@healingprocessllc.com
healingprocessllc.com
In my practice, I specialize in working with and reducing symptoms associated with anxiety, OCD, fears, depression, body-image, self-esteem, life transitions and trauma. I have
successfully worked with adolescents, (specializing in treatment with adolescent girls/young women who have experienced trauma), and their non-offending family members, to work
through trauma experienced by the victim (sexual abuse, physical abuse, neglect, witness to violence) and the secondary trauma experienced by those close to the victim. In
addition, I work to address issues with communication, mixed perceptions and expectations to improve upon understanding and relatedness between couples, parents/children, and
amongst family members.
Sarah Barkley, MSW, LCSW
*A
1115 Washington Avenue, 2nd Floor, Suite A
Golden, CO 80401 (Downtown Golden)
303.957.7221
www.sarahmbarkleylcsw.com
My practice centers upon trauma recovery with a focus on adolescents (12 and up) and non-offending caregivers. I utilize EMDR therapy when appropriate.
*Population: YC = 2 – 5 years old, C = 5 – 12 years old, A = 12 years old & up
Richard Mottern, MA, LPC
*C & A
2255 S. Wadsworth Blvd #103
Lakewood, CO 80227
AND
19563 East Main St #205
Parker, CO 80138
303.840.8050 X2
RCMottern @gmail.com
Over 35 years working with adolescents, families, adults and children. Private practice since 1982, with specialties in AD(H)D, adolescent and family issues. Though the victims are
the primary focus of treatment: parents, the parental relationship, and other family members are all being affected by trauma. I take as systemic approach as possible in the
treatment of abuse and victimization.
Libbi Palmer, Psy.D.
*YC, C & A
7220 W. Jefferson Ave. #219
Lakewood, CO 80235
303.565.7434
palmerandassociates@comcast.net
I work with children (ages 3 and up), adolescents, and adults who have been victims of crimes, abuse, or other trauma. I also work with non-offending parents of children who have
been abused.
Phoebe Poos-Benson MS, LPC
*YC, C & A
7220 W Jefferson Av #123
Lakewood, CO 80235
303.988.7753
I specialize in children, adolescents, and adults who have experienced trauma including but not limited to sexual abuse, physical abuse, domestic violence and violence in other
forms. I have specialized training in play and art therapy. Also work with behavioral issues and mood disorders. 25 years in private practice and previous experience as clinical
director of a residential treatment center. Children ages 3 and up.
Carrie A. Vaccarella, MA, LPC
*C & A
9255 W. Alameda, Unit E
Lakewood, CO, 80226
303.994.0673
www.sourcecounseling.org
I specialize with children and teens who have been impacted from various types of trauma. Most often I work with children who have been a victim of sexual abuse or domestic
violence. My goal is to connect with a client and find a personal type of therapy that will foster healing (sometimes, more than one modality is effective!). My therapeutic approaches
most often include; Trauma Focused Therapy, Art therapy and Play therapy. In home services are occasionally available.
*Population: YC = 2 – 5 years old, C = 5 – 12 years old, A = 12 years old & up
Deborah Williams, MSW, LCSW
*C & A
2255 S Wadsworth Bl #103
Lakewood, CO 80227
AND
19563 East Main St #205
Parker, CO 80138
303.840.8050 X1
I work with child victims of sexual abuse, witnesses of domestic violence, adult victim of sexual abuse and adult victims of domestic violence. I have three ongoing groups for girl
victims of sexual abuse: ages 5 – 11, 11 – 15 and 15 – 21. I have an adult domestic violence women’s support group. I also work with children who have disabilities and ADD and
are dealing with grief and loss.
Susan Giragosian, MA, LPC
*YC, C & A
8461 Turnpike Drive, #207
Westminster, CO. 80031
303.430.4303
www.susangiragosian.com
therapist@susangiragosian.com
I primarily work with victims of trauma and abuse; specifically domestic violence, sexual and physical abuse. I work with children as young as 3 years old and above, teenagers, and
adults. I am trained in EMDR, art and play therapy.
Connections Counseling, LLC
*YC, C & A
Chelli Pumphrey, MA, LPC
1574 York St, Suite 101,
Denver, CO 80206
AND
3954 Youngfield St.
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
chelli@thrivetherapy.net
http://www.thrivetherapy.net
720.440.4141
Michelle Herrera, MA, LPC
720.402.0310
Keitha Burnett, LCSW
720.328.0569
Stacy Sheridan, MA, LPC
Jennifer Weiler, MA, LPC
720.442.1103
Amy Ray, LCSW, LMFT
303.503.5589
We work with children, ages 2 and up, adolescents, adults, and families. Our specialties include trauma, sexual & physical abuse, neglect, domestic
violence, and traumatic grief. We work from a holistic, systemic approach, and believe in treating trauma on all levels- neurobiological, cognitive, emotional, spiritual, and in the
larger family system.
*Population: YC = 2 – 5 years old, C = 5 – 12 years old, A = 12 years old & up
Spanish Speaking Individual Therapy & Support
Denver Children's Advocacy Center
*YC, C & A
2149 Federal Blvd
Denver, CO 80211
303.825.3850
www.denvercac.org
We specialize in treating traumatized children 1-17, and supporting their non-offending family members available in English and Spanish at our child-friendly campus, Monday
through Friday 9am-7pm. As an accredited children's advocacy center, DCAC is a child-focused, facility-based program in which representatives from many disciplines, including
law enforcement, child protection, prosecution, mental health, medical and victim advocacy, child advocacy, work together to conduct interviews and make team decisions about
investigation, treatment, management and prosecution of child abuse cases.
Grace Counseling
*YC, C, A
Alex Avila MA, LPC, NCC
7921 Southpark Plaza Suite 204
Littleton, CO 80120
720.489.8555
www.gracecounseling.net
Grace Counseling is a Christian Counseling center that meets the needs of the entire family. Our team is licensed and trained in the treatment of children two years and up, utilizing
many modalities including: EMDR; experiential play therapy; family systems; cognitive behavioral; DBT and more. We treat the entire client emotionally, spiritually, and neurologically
involving the family in the healing process.
Sonia M. Snyder Torres
*YC, C & A
8671 Wolff Ct # 230
Westminster, CO 80030
303.423.7196
303.467.7863
www.coloradopsychotherapists.com
I treat children ages 3 and up, adolescents and adults. I have provided therapy for children and families for over 27 years for a variety of different circumstances, i.e. sexual abuse
physical abuse, divorce, loss, of significant others, victims of crime, including victims of domestic violence, relationship issues, trauma, Post Traumatic Stress Disorders (PTSD,
depression, anxiety, phobias) communication, and more. I have worked in many different settings which include private practice, public school and University of Mexico.
*Population: YC = 2 – 5 years old, C = 5 – 12 years old, A = 12 years old & up
Parent/Caregiver Group & Support
Allison Brittsan & Jeff Kendig
303.643.8407 or 303.646.0556
This 12 hour structured parent group will be offered on two consecutive Saturdays, from 9am – 3pm. This group is designed to enhance the child/parent relationship, stressing that
the parent’s commitment to and support of their children are essential to the child’s recovery. This is not to be considered an adult/parent therapy group. The intent of this program
is to provide the non-offending parent the support and, when necessary, confrontation, of and by other parents of similar experiences. Ideally, this group will serve to establish a
support system outside the group setting.
Denver Children's Advocacy Center
303.825.3850 x303, Raquel Hernandez
Parent Education Empowers Resiliency (PEER)
The PEER Group will offer information to parents, kinship and other caregivers of children who may have been sexually abused, or experienced other forms of trauma. The PEER
Group will provide education and support for parents and caregivers. PEER will be offered in two groups, one in Spanish and one in English. Childcare will be provided on site, along
with snacks for all. There are a limited number of bus tokens available to support those in need of transportation.
*Population: YC = 2 – 5 years old, C = 5 – 12 years old, A = 12 years old & up