Constructive Psychotherapy

Go beyond traditional talk therapy with an approach that honors the connection between mind, body, and spirit. Constructive Psychotherapy empowers you to reshape your identity and navigate life’s complexities through a compassionate, collaborative relationship. Whether you are processing trauma or seeking emotional balance, our Boulder-based therapists provide the specialized tools—including EMDR and DBT—to help you move forward with clarity and purpose.

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Constructive Psychotherapy, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy

What is Sensorimotor Psychotherapy?

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If you have ever sat through talk therapy and felt your chest tightening while your mind kept working through the words, you already know something important: the body keeps score. Trauma lives in the body, not only in thoughts. So what is sensorimotor psychotherapy, and how does it differ from talk therapy? It is a body-centered approach that brings the nervous system, posture, breath, and movement into the therapy room alongside language. For people who have tried traditional therapy and felt stuck, it can open a door that words alone could not.

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Constructive Psychotherapy, Gestalt Therapy

Understanding Gestalt Therapy Goals and Principles

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If you’ve been exploring therapy options and wondering whether Gestalt Therapy could be the right fit, you’re not alone. Gestalt Therapy goals are centered around helping you build self-awareness, connect with your present-moment experience, and take ownership of your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. In short, this approach helps you understand how you function, so you can begin to change what isn’t working for you.

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Constructive Psychotherapy, DBT Therapy, EMDR & Trauma, Mood and Anxiety Disorders, Psychological Evaluations

OCD and Borderline Personality Disorder: What You Need to Know

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If you have been living with intense emotional pain, intrusive thoughts, and a sense that your mind is working against you, you may have wondered whether what you are experiencing is OCD and borderline personality disorder, or perhaps one or the other. These two conditions are frequently misunderstood, sometimes misdiagnosed, and often dismissed by providers who are not trained to work with complex presentations. Understanding how they relate to each other, where they overlap, and how they differ is the first step toward getting care that can make a meaningful difference.

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Constructive Psychotherapy, Medication Management, Mood and Anxiety Disorders, Psychological Evaluations

Zoloft and Emotional Blunting: What’s Happening and What You Can Do

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Zoloft is one of the most commonly prescribed antidepressants in the United States, and for many people, it offers relief from depression and anxiety. But there’s a side effect that doesn’t always make it into the initial conversation with a prescriber: emotional blunting. If you’ve been taking Zoloft and noticed that something feels off, that life seems duller, flatter, or somehow more distant, you’re not imagining it, and you’re far from alone.

EMDR & Trauma, Harm Reduction & Abstinence Based Psychotherapy, Substance Use Evaluations

Alcohol and Anxiety Attacks: Why Drinking Often Makes Things Worse

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If you’ve reached for a drink to calm racing thoughts or quiet the tension in your chest, you’re not alone. A lot of people do this, and at the moment, it works. Alcohol genuinely reduces anxiety in the short term. The trouble is that the relationship between alcohol and anxiety attacks is more complicated than it looks, and for many people, regular drinking subtly works against them over time.

Constructive Psychotherapy, Diagnostic Clarification, Mood and Anxiety Disorders

Borderline Personality Disorder vs Bipolar Disorder: Understanding the Differences

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Confusion around borderline personality disorder vs bipolar disorder is extremely common—and completely understandable. Both conditions can involve intense emotions, mood changes, and challenges in relationships, and they are often misunderstood, misdiagnosed, or conflated with one another. For individuals seeking answers for themselves or a loved one, this overlap can feel overwhelming and frustrating.

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Constructive Psychotherapy, EMDR & Trauma, Mindfulness

Dealing with Family During the Holidays: How to Manage Toxic Family and Trauma Triggers 

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The holidays are often depicted as a time of joy, togetherness, and celebration. Images of cozy fires, festive decorations, and happy families sharing meals fill our screens and social media feeds. But for many people, the reality of the holidays can be far from this idyllic picture. If you’re struggling with past trauma, the holidays can be a particularly challenging time, filled with potential holiday triggers that can evoke difficult emotions, memories, and even flashbacks. 

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