Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in Longmont, CO

I believe that each person holds inherent wisdom needed to transform pain into healing. Although pain is a natural part of life, it doesn't have to define your future. My belief is that through a trusted relationship, you can access an inner sense of safety needed to heal wounds while honoring your unique journey.

I am deeply committed to supporting individuals on their life journey, fostering an environment for healing, transformation, and empowerment through providing accessible mental health services. I hold training and experience in children/adolescent mental health, and utilize the therapeutic powers of play to meet children where they are.

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 offer virtual or in-person therapy sessions in Castle Rock, Colorado. I know what it's like to struggle with depression, addiction, and narcissistic abuse. I became a therapist and an energy healer after going through my own "dark night of the soul." Many clients tell me that they relate to me because I have been though similar experiences and know what it's like to push through depression, and overcome addiction and trauma. My goal isn't to help you merely mask symptoms, but to help you navigate through them while healing the underlying roots, staying grounded, and discovering your most authentic self and a life of fulfillment and thriving.

“I help people build lives—and careers—worth living.” I specialize in guiding clients through emotional intensity, identity disruption, and vocational misalignment. My approach blends DBT and Career Construction Theory with Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, and evidence-based modalities rooted in meaning-making and personal agency.

Whether you're a teen navigating emotional intensity, an LGBTQ+ individual reclaiming identity amidst cultural stress, or a professional seeking to realign purpose, I offer a structured and symbolic space for change. Together, we illuminate archetypal patterns, deconstruct inherited narratives, and build lives anchored in values, clarity, and psychological flexibility.

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 am a licensed clinical social worker in Colorado. I received my Masters in Social Work from the University of Denver and I offer CBT, Anger Management, Conflict resolution, Couples Therapy, and Individual therapy services.

Are you BIPOC or LGBTQIA+ struggling with self-compassion and self-care? Are you struggling with the anxiety of navigating a society that feels like it's not made to support you? Whether it's systemic issues or unpredictable life changes, sometimes life can feel overwhelming and beyond our control. I provide a space for you to be your authentic self and receive unconditional positive regard through these challenges. Come as you are.

Kimberly Ross, Family Nurse Practitioner,-BC, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner-BC

Kimberly Ross is a dual-certified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with a strong foundation in critical care, advanced practice nursing, and whole-person wellness. As a Registered Nurse in a Regional Trauma Center Intensive Care Unit, Kimberly Ross has developed extensive experience caring for patients during some of their most vulnerable moments, bringing clinical excellence, compassion, and a deep commitment to healing.

A Summa Cum Laude graduate of The University of Mississippi, Kimberly Ross earned a master’s degree from The University of Memphis and has been recognized as an outstanding nursing leader by the Mississippi Nurses Association. Dedicated to lifelong learning and professional excellence, Kimberly Ross is a member of Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing, Phi Sigma Pi, The National Society of Leadership and Success, and the American Association of Nurse Practitioners.

Beyond traditional medical practice, has pursued advanced training in medical aesthetics and hormone replacement therapy, integrating evidence-based treatments with a personalized approach to health and wellness. With a passion for treating the whole person—mind, body, and spirit—Kimberly Ross believes true healthcare extends beyond symptom management to support balance, confidence, vitality, and overall well-being.

Through a unique blend of critical care expertise, psychiatric insight, aesthetic medicine, and holistic philosophy, Kimberly Ross is dedicated to empowering patients to achieve their healthiest and most fulfilling lives.