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Addiction therapists & psychiatrists in Golden, CO


Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Golden, CO
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Maya Sol is a Xicana activist, dancer, educator, and Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). She is the Founder and CEO of MAYAMOTION Healing (MMH), a multilingual, woman-owned practice rooted in culture, spirituality, and community. As a first-generation mujer from a mixed-immigration-status family, she works to expand culturally grounded mental health access for Spanish-speaking and immigrant communities in Boulder County. Maya Sol holds an LCSW from the University of Denver, teaches graduate courses at Smith College, and founded the Annual Cumbre de Jóvenes in 2006. She is trained in AcuDetox and Natural Medicine Facilitation (psilocybin). She nurtures her own healing through Aztec|Toltec dance, song, and community.
My approach to therapy is guided by something my Grandpa Ted Ross said:
"When you are with something and try to understand it, you learn to love it."
I aspire to provide a compassionate and intuitive presence (with 16+ years of experience) to support your journey to contact, connect with, and express your Core Self while understanding + learning to love the obstacles and challenges that come with being human.
I'm so glad you're ready to take action! Starting therapy is courageous. My goal is to walk alongside you and encourage you further. I consider my role as therapist an immense privilege, and seeing people grow and heal through therapy never gets old!
I am a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I have been a nurse for over 20 years and the majority of my background comes from working in public health and child protective services. I am passionate about providing care that is both clinically effective and deeply human. My work is rooted in an evidence based approach, which means I rely on proven treatments, research and best practices to guide care.
Many of the solutions we seek are already inside of us. They can be hard to find, but it is possible. Using talk therapy and emotional regulation skills, we’ll work together to identify goals and practices that fit with the life you’re eager to live. I will provide compassionate, steady support as you navigate anxiety, depression, family or relationship challenges, recovery from addiction, and the impacts of ADHD.
I tailor therapy to meet your individual needs and always consider cultural and social context. I also collaborate with other therapists to offer educational and support groups several times a year. Using a combination of physical, emotional, and cognitive tools, we’ll work to improve daily functioning, strengthen coping skills, and increase the joy and ease in your life.
I earned my Master’s in Counseling from Regis University, and I work with adults across a variety of life stages and transitions.
Teresa Jill Norris Peterson
Psychiatric Mental Health NP
Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Littleton, CO
I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC), licensed addiction counselor (LAC), and registered Dance/Movement Therapist (R-DMT). I take a whole-body, person-centered, and strengths-based approach to counseling and utilize a variety of modalities to address the unique needs of clients. I strive to create a welcoming and judgement free space to help you find healing, resilience, and personal growth. I have worked in a variety of mental health settings and I am passionate about helping others navigate and rise above life’s challenges.
I have more availability than my Headway calendar reflects. Once you schedule and we speak over the phone, I can provide additional times.
Do you struggle with persistent anxiety or depression? Do you have an adolescent with emotional or behavioral problems? Are you having issues with addiction? I've been assisting people in the Denver area for the past thirty years. I have worked in inpatient psychiatry and drug and alcohol rehabilitation, and I currently teach psychology and related subjects at the University of Denver. Although my clinical specialties are working with adolescents and addictive issues, I also work with individuals, couples, and families dealing with mood disorders, anger management, men's issues, and spiritual issues.
"I believe that clinical credentials are only part of the process of selecting a therapist. To that end, I offer a free fifteen-minute consultation to determine if I'm the right therapist for you."
I’m a psychiatric nurse practitioner who works from the belief that people are not broken—and that many of the struggles we call “mental illness” make sense when we look at trauma, context, and lived experience. I’m especially attuned to the ways mental health systems, stigma, and labels can unintentionally cause harm, and I aim to practice in a way that feels respectful, collaborative, and deeply human.
My approach is unconventional and trauma-informed, influenced by perspectives like those of Gabor Maté, which emphasize compassion, curiosity, and understanding symptoms as meaningful responses rather than defects. I do not believe in rushing to pathologize the human experience. As Joni Mitchell once reflected about depression, sometimes what we’re feeling is not an illness to be fixed, but a signal—an honest response to pain, loss, or a world that has not been kind.
I use Post-Induction Therapy to heal relational trauma. I have worked everywhere from juevnille correctional settings to affluent Residential Facilities with Professional adults. I honor all clients to be completely understood and how it impacts Love for ourselves, Family and Spiritual engagement. My earnest hope is that we develop courage (Animo) and no client feels like they are wasting time in therapy.
As a dual-career professional, I blend deep clinical counseling expertise with decades of corporate and entrepreneurial experience - giving you a unique, practical perspective on personal and professional growth. My approach integrates the rigor of evidence-based Western science with the grounded wisdom of Eastern humanistic philosophy.
I’m a licensed therapist with master’s degrees in both Philosophy and Clinical Counseling from the University of Colorado Denver. My work is guided by values of openness, empathy, and curiosity, and I see therapy as a collaborative space for growth and self-discovery. I strive to create an environment where clients feel genuinely seen, supported, and empowered to make meaningful changes. I work with adults and adolescents navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, substance abuse, thought disorders, and life transitions, helping them build resilience and a deeper sense of fulfillment.
Welcome. I'm Denise!
"I work with adults who are looking to take a holistic approach to managing their mental health".
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Addiction Counselor in the state of Colorado. I have 30 years of professional work experience in Behavioral Health and Recovery Services treating adults and families with a variety of presenting issues, including stress, anxiety, depression, coping with addictions, trauma, grief and loss, relationship issues, and career challenges. My experience is varied and across settings as I have provided individual therapy in a community health center, substance use treatment centers, employee assistance programs and mental health services in a hospital setting.
Hello! My name is Jenny Johnson and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC) in Colorado Springs. I have been in the counseling field for 8 years, and I have worked with people who struggle with substance use problems, or who have loved ones that are struggling with substance use, people who battle with mental and emotional turmoil, and trauma survivors.
Telehealth available! Are you seeking answers to your life and ready to get to work in therapy? Do you feel as if you are very alone in your thoughts and life? Maybe you have been so abused and abandoned that you think you deserve it. Maybe your isolation or emotions have even helped you stay safe! Believe me, there is more about your life to discover and I am here for you to work on this together!
I have been unanimously approved of as Adjunct Faculty at the Colorado School for Family Therapy. "She is a consummate professional and expert in this field and brings her passion and lifelong dedications to all involved".
Together, we can create a nurturing environment in our work together. I will encourage you to explore your strengths while managing fears and anxiety. I will work to understand your perspective and ensure you are completely listened to and respected. You don’t have to go through this alone!
About our therapists who can help with addiction and substance use located within 20 miles of Golden, CO



- 100%Substance use / addiction
- 99%Anxiety
- 96%Depression
- 92%Stress management
- 92%Trauma

- 99%Aetna
- 86%Cigna
- 84%Select Health - Colorado
- 81%Carelon Behavioral Health

- 99%English
- 9%Spanish
- 1%Arabic
- 1%Dutch
- 1%French

- 97%In-person or online
- 3%In-person only

- 63%Woman
- 36%Man
- 1%Non-binary

- 54%Licensed Professional Counselor
- 26%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 12%Advanced Practice Nurse
- 5%Psychologist
- 3%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist

- 100%Individual therapy
- 32%Family therapy
- 21%Child or adolescent therapy
- 20%Couples therapy
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