Grief counselors and therapists in Grand Junction, CO

Katrina is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) and over a decade of experience in healthcare, beginning in 2010. Katrina’s professional background includes working in both inpatient and outpatient mental health settings, as well as serving as a nursing professor, which has strengthened her commitment to evidence-based, patient-centered care and lifelong learning.

I work collaboratively with my clients as a team, moving at a pace that feels right for you. While respecting past experiences and coping strategies, I gently guide clients toward a growth-oriented mindset and utilize evidence-based psychotherapy practices that help you break free from limiting patterns and promote lasting change. Through compassion, collaboration, and clinical expertise, I support clients in progressing toward improved mental health, resilience, and overall well-being.

I help clients navigate beyond cyclical patterns of behavior that interfere with value-oriented goals. Clients find me after struggling with compulsive choices to seek relief through mind-altering substances, social media, porn, unsatisfactory relationships, etc. I encourage skill building to address the crippling symptoms of chronic anxiety and depression while also healing underlying trauma, grief, and insecurity that might unconsciously drive choices that are stifling growth.

Hello, and welcome. I'm Christine Laster, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 21 years of experience helping individuals and families navigate life's challenges. Throughout my career, I have worked in a variety of settings, including child welfare, school social work, and domestic violence services. These experiences have given me a deep understanding of trauma, resilience, and the unique challenges people face at different stages of life. I earned both my Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) and Master of Social Work (MSW) from Metropolitan State University of Denver. In addition to my clinical work, I am an adjunct professor at the University of Denver, where I have the privilege of teaching and mentoring graduate-level social work students.

I've worked as a clinical social worker in community mental health and in private practice for over 12 years. I provide services in English and Spanish.

I like to create a environment of comfort, compassion ,humor and love with a system that is simple and easy to understand.Using various techniques and expertise, I will help you develop a practice and plan that allows you to manage, live a life of presence ,find a sense of freedom.

My name is Dr. Jim Fox (please call me Jim), and I’m so glad you're looking for support. Reaching out for support is the first step in making your life a little easier. I am a:

• Licensed Professional Counselor (Colorado) and a
• Licensed Mental Health Counselor (Indiana).

I have over 30 years of licensed therapy experience working with a diverse range of clients. I am dedicated to tailoring our sessions to meet your unique needs and goals.

My education includes

• master’s degree in counseling from Denver Seminary
• doctorate in educational psychology, research, and evaluation from the University of Northern Colorado.

I am a Master Addiction Counselor and have experience with most problems, including

• couples problems,
• depression,
• anxiety,
• adjustment disorders,
• ADHD, and
• PTSD.

I am an EMDR practitioner and am versed in helping those with childhood trauma, adultery, and porn addiction problems.

I work with both individuals and couples.

If you would like help from a Christian perspective, please feel free to ask. Here is some of my background:

• I am a graduate of Denver Seminary
• I am should graduate in September or October 2026 with a second doctorate (D.Min) in Christ-Centered Counseling at Trinity Theological Seminary.
• I served as a pastor.
• I was married to a pastor for 33 years until she passed away last year.