Denver Based Holistic Counseling That Honors Your Whole Self
Finding the right counselor in Denver can feel overwhelming. With so many therapists and approaches available, how do you know which one will actually help you heal and thrive? At Discover Peace Within, we believe effective mental health care goes beyond traditional talk therapy—it's about understanding and supporting every aspect of what makes you human.
Whether you're struggling with anxiety that keeps you up at night, processing grief that feels too heavy to carry alone, or dealing with trauma that's affecting your daily life, you deserve care that sees the whole picture of who you are and what you need to heal.
What is Holistic Therapy?
Have you tried therapy before and felt like something was missing? Maybe you've experienced:
Talk therapy that helped you understand your problems but didn't create lasting change
Treatment that focused on symptoms without addressing root causes
Providers who seemed rushed or didn't really understand your unique situation
Approaches that ignored how your physical health affects your mental wellbeing
Feeling like you had to choose between traditional therapy and holistic wellness
You shouldn't have to choose. Effective mental health care integrates evidence-based therapeutic approaches with attention to your physical health, lifestyle factors, and personal healing preferences. The attention to the body is what makes holistic counselors different from traditional ones.
Our Integrative Approach to Mental Health
At Discover Peace Within (located in Denver with convenient virtual counseling throughout Colorado), we offer specialized counseling services that address the full spectrum of each of our unique and dynamic lives. Our approach combines proven therapeutic techniques with holistic support for lasting healing.
Anxiety and Depression: More Than Just "Managing Symptoms"
Anxiety and depression are among the most common mental health challenges, affecting millions of people here in Denver specifically - and beyond. While these conditions are highly treatable, the most effective approach often involves more than traditional therapy alone.
Understanding Anxiety in Denver's High-Stress Environment
Denver's competitive job market, outdoor lifestyle expectations, and high cost of living can contribute to anxiety. You might experience:
Panic attacks that seem to come out of nowhere
Constant worry about work, relationships, or the future
Physical symptoms like racing heart, difficulty breathing, or muscle tension
Social anxiety that keeps you from fully enjoying Denver's vibrant community
Perfectionism that makes everything feel overwhelming
Depression That Goes Beyond Sadness
Depression often manifests differently than people expect. It might show up as:
Persistent fatigue that rest doesn't help
Loss of interest in activities you used to love (including Denver's amazing outdoor scene)
Difficulty concentrating or making decisions
Changes in sleep patterns or appetite
Feelings of hopelessness or emptiness
Physical aches and pains without clear cause
Our Integrated Treatment Approach
We use evidence-based therapies like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness-based interventions, while also addressing factors that contribute to anxiety and depression:
Hormone imbalances that affect mood regulation
Sleep disturbances that worsen mental health symptoms
Nutritional deficiencies that impact brain function
Chronic stress and lifestyle factors
Underlying trauma or unresolved grief
Trauma Therapy: Specialized Care for Lasting Healing
Trauma affects the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. Whether you've experienced a single traumatic event or ongoing trauma, specialized therapy approaches can help you reclaim your life and sense of safety.
What Trauma Looks Like
Trauma isn't just about major events like accidents or violence. It can also result from:
Childhood emotional neglect or abuse
Medical procedures or health scares
Relationship betrayal or emotional abuse
Workplace harassment or discrimination
Grief and loss experiences
Generational trauma passed down through families
EMDR Therapy: Evidence-Based Trauma Treatment
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a specialized therapy approach that helps your brain process traumatic memories differently. Many Denver clients choose EMDR because:
It often works faster than traditional talk therapy for trauma
You don't have to share every detail of your traumatic experience
It helps reduce the emotional charge of difficult memories
It can address trauma stored in the body, not just the mind
Research shows it's effective for PTSD, anxiety, depression, and other trauma-related symptoms
Internal Family Systems (IFS): Healing Your Inner World
IFS is a powerful therapeutic approach that recognizes we all have different "parts" of ourselves—some that protect us, some that carry pain, and our core Self that has wisdom and healing capacity. IFS helps Denver clients:
Understand their internal patterns and reactions
Heal wounded parts that developed as protection mechanisms
Access their own wisdom and healing capacity
Develop self-compassion and inner harmony
Break cycles of self-criticism and shame
Grief and Loss: Supporting You Through Life's Difficult Transitions
Grief is one of the most universal human experiences, yet it's often misunderstood or minimized in our culture. At Discover Peace Within, we provide compassionate support for all types of loss.
Types of Grief We Support
Grief isn't just about death. Denver clients seek support for many types of loss:
Death of loved ones (sudden or anticipated)
Relationship endings or divorce
Job loss or career changes
Health diagnoses or physical changes
Pregnancy loss or fertility struggles
Loss of home, community, or identity
Grieving the life you thought you'd have
Accepting and coming to terms with the limitations of your parents/caregivers, other family members, or friends
Understanding the Grief Process
Grief doesn't follow a neat timeline or predictable stages. It's a deeply personal process that might include:
Waves of sadness that come unexpectedly
Anger at the situation, yourself, or others
Guilt about things said or unsaid
Difficulty making decisions or concentrating
Physical symptoms like fatigue, headaches, or digestive issues
Questioning your beliefs or life purpose
Our Approach to Grief Counseling
We provide individual grief counseling that honors your unique loss and healing process. Our approach includes:
Creating a safe space to express all emotions without judgment
Helping you understand grief as a natural, necessary process
Supporting you in creating meaningful ways to honor your loss
Addressing complicated grief when healing feels stuck
Integrating body-based approaches when grief is held physically
The Holistic Difference: Treating Your Whole Self
What sets our Denver counseling practice apart is our commitment to holistic mental health care. We understand that your mental health is influenced by many factors that go beyond just your thoughts and emotions.
Hormone Health and Mental Wellness
Hormones significantly impact mood, anxiety, sleep, and overall mental health. Many women we work with often discover that hormone imbalances contribute to their mental health symptoms. If you are between 25 - 45 years old, you have likely started to notice either subtle (or slightly “louder” symptoms). We can help you cope with the physical changes, while mindfully navigating the corresponding mental health challenges that often come along with it.
Common hormone-related mental health symptoms:
Mood swings or irritability, especially related to menstrual cycles
Depression or anxiety that seems to worsen at certain times
Difficulty sleeping or staying asleep
Brain fog or concentration problems
Low energy despite adequate rest
Lack of motivation
Changes in appetite or weight
Our collaborative approach includes:
Screening for potential hormone imbalances
Helping you understand that how you feel makes sense
Referrals to trusted Denver hormone specialists when appropriate
Coordinating care with your medical providers
Supporting you through hormone-related mood changes
Sleep and Mental Health: The Foundation of Wellness
Quality sleep is essential for mental health, yet many of us struggle with sleep issues. Whether it's the altitude here in Denver (or higher up in the Colorado mountains), stress, or lifestyle factors, poor sleep worsens anxiety, depression, stress, and trauma symptoms.
We address sleep as part of comprehensive mental health care:
Sleep hygiene education and improvement strategies
Addressing anxiety or trauma that interferes with sleep
Coordinating with sleep specialists when medical evaluation is needed
Mind-body techniques for better sleep quality
Nutrition and Mental Wellness
What you eat directly affects how you feel. While we're not nutritionists, we recognize the connection between nutrition and mental health and work collaboratively with Denver nutrition professionals when appropriate.
Nutritional factors that affect mental health:
Blood sugar fluctuations that worsen anxiety or mood swings
Nutritional deficiencies that contribute to depression
Eating patterns that affect energy and concentration
The gut-brain connection and its impact on mood
Our Team Approach to Denver Mental Health Care
True holistic care requires collaboration. We work closely with other Denver health professionals to ensure you receive comprehensive support.
Our collaborative network includes:
Primary care physicians who understand mental health connections
Psychiatrists for medication management when needed
Hormone specialists and functional medicine doctors
Nutritionists and registered dietitians
Massage therapists and bodywork specialists
Yoga instructors and mindfulness teachers
This team approach means you don't have to manage your care alone or figure out how different aspects of your health connect—we help coordinate the support you need.
Specialized Therapeutic Approaches We Offer
Evidence-Based Therapy Methods
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Highly effective for anxiety, depression, and trauma by helping you identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Skills: Particularly helpful for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): Focuses on accepting difficult emotions while taking action aligned with your values.
Mindfulness-Based Approaches: Incorporating meditation, breathing techniques, and present-moment awareness into therapy.
Body-Based and Somatic Approaches
Somatic Experiencing: Helps release trauma stored in the body through gentle awareness and movement.
Breathwork: Using conscious breathing techniques to regulate the nervous system and process emotions.
Grounding Techniques: Practical tools for managing anxiety, panic, and dissociation.
Integrative and Holistic Methods
Parts Work (IFS): Healing internal conflicts and developing self-compassion through understanding different aspects of yourself.
Expressive Arts: Using creativity, movement, or writing as pathways to healing.
Nature-Based Interventions: Incorporating Denver's beautiful outdoor environment into therapeutic work when appropriate.
Who We Serve in the Denver Community
Our Denver counseling services support individuals from all backgrounds and life stages:
Young Adults: Navigating career decisions, relationships, and identity development in Denver's competitive environment.
Working Professionals: Managing job stress, work-life balance, and career transitions while maintaining mental health.
Parents and Families: Addressing parenting stress, relationship changes, and family mental health needs.
Women's Mental Health: Specializing in hormone-related mood changes, reproductive mental health, and women's unique stressors.
LGBTQ+ Individuals: Providing affirming care for identity-related challenges, discrimination stress, and relationship issues.
Trauma Survivors: Supporting healing from all types of trauma with specialized, evidence-based approaches.
Those Experiencing Grief: Compassionate support for all types of loss and life transitions.
What to Expect from Denver Counseling at Discover Peace Within
Your First Visit: Comprehensive Assessment
We begin with a thorough understanding of your mental health concerns, medical history, lifestyle factors, and treatment goals. This comprehensive assessment helps us develop a personalized treatment plan. You have a unique story to share, and we want to hear it all.
Collaborative Treatment Planning
Together, we'll identify your priorities, preferred approaches, and any accommodations needed. Your treatment plan might include individual therapy, group therapy, couples counseling, referrals to other specialists, lifestyle recommendations, and specific therapeutic techniques.
Ongoing Support and Adjustment
Mental health treatment isn't one-size-fits-all. We regularly check in about your progress and adjust our approach based on what's working and what isn't. We think of the process as going on an adventure together: you are the in the captain’s chair and we are your co-pilot.
Integration with Your Life
We help you integrate therapy insights and skills into your daily life in Denver, whether that's managing work stress, improving relationships, increasing compassion for yourself and others, or developing healthy coping strategies.
Insurance and Accessibility
We believe quality mental health care should be accessible (and high quality). That’s why we’re proud to offer private pay for services at competitive rates that help you get the utmost in your health care with us. Have a question? Just reach out — we love going the extra mile to help you learn about your out of network benefits and options.
Taking the First Step: You Don't Have to Figure This Out Alone
Seeking counseling is a courageous step toward healing and growth. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, grief, or simply want to improve your overall mental wellness, you deserve comprehensive care that honors all aspects of who you are.
Denver is a city that values authenticity, wellness, and personal growth. You deserve mental health care that reflects those same values—care that sees you as a whole person, addresses root causes, and supports your unique path to healing.
Ready to discover peace within yourself?
We offer a free consultation where you can speak with us about how life’s felt lately and learn how our holistic approach might help. This conversation helps us understand your needs and helps you determine if our Denver counseling services feel like the right fit.
There's no pressure, no judgment—just an opportunity to explore how we might support your mental health and overall wellbeing.
About Discover Peace Within: Denver's Holistic Mental Health Practice
Located in Denver, Discover Peace Within provides comprehensive mental health services that integrate traditional therapeutic approaches with holistic wellness support. Our team understands that true healing involves more than just managing symptoms—it requires addressing the root causes of distress and supporting your whole self in the healing process.
We specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma therapy (including EMDR and IFS), grief counseling, and women's mental health. Our holistic approach considers how factors like hormone health, sleep, nutrition, and lifestyle affect your mental wellbeing, and we collaborate with other Denver health professionals to ensure you receive comprehensive care.
Whether you're facing a mental health crisis or simply want to improve your overall wellness, we're here to support your journey with compassion, expertise, and respect for your individual needs and healing process.
Contact Information:
Website: discoverpeacewithin.com
Phone: 720.772.8432
Location: 1212 Delaware Street, Denver, CO 80204 | Serving Denver and Colorado state-wide virtually
Scheduling: Click to book online
Your mental health journey is unique to you. Let us help you discover the peace, healing, and authentic living that's possible when you receive comprehensive, holistic care that honors every aspect of who you are.