Self-Esteem and Anxiety Therapy in Denver
Helping you connect to your authentic self, shame free.
You’re constantly policing yourself so that you can self-correct before anyone else has the chance to point out your shortcomings.
When your partner needs some “me time” you support them 100% but you’re afraid to ask for the same in return because you really don’t want to be a burden to your loved ones.
There was a time in your life when you were energized by being around people. Now, interacting with the world feels painful so you stay home; isolate; hide.
You carry the persistent weight of guilt that you’re not a good enough partner, parent, or friend. You fear you’re just not enough.
You want to be motivated by authenticity and confidence in yourself. Instead you find yourself battling a harsh inner voice and you don’t know how to turn it off.
Your automatic negative thoughts get in the way of the life you want in many ways...
Creating distance between you and the important people in your life because vulnerability feels too scary.
Holding you back from pursuing career goals and from feeling proud of what you’ve already accomplished because you fear they’ll eventually figure out you’re a fraud.
The looming sense you’re never enough no matter how hard you try so you’ve considered what it would look like to stop trying altogether.
My clients struggle as you do. Despite being passionate, intelligent, and deeply caring, life is hard.
When they first come in, they describe lying awake at night replaying conversations, convinced they said the wrong thing or came across the wrong way. They wish they could quiet their mind, but the mental noise never seems to stop.
They push themselves through the day with a smile while inside they feel heavy and disconnected. Even small decisions feel exhausting because they second-guess themselves at every turn.
They avoid situations where they might be perceived as less-than-perfect, even when it means missing out on things they care about. They feel safest keeping their real opinions and needs tucked away where no one can criticize them.
Their self-doubt gets in the way of the life they want in so many ways. They aren’t the kind of friend, partner, or parent they want to be. They feel like they’re failing in their relationships. And their confidence in their ability to show up authentically is tanking.
Maybe you’re worried that therapy will mean talking about things you’ve spent years trying to move past. Or that it might make the pain worse instead of better. You might even believe a therapist won’t truly understand what it’s like to grow up in a family or community where you couldn’t be fully yourself.
Feeling unseen is exhausting – and experiencing rejection when you’ve shared your true self is excruciating. It can make you want to give up on getting help altogether.
You deserve to feel grounded and at ease in your own mind. If you want to trust your own voice and move through life without the constant weight of self-criticism, I’d love to help you get there.
Hey, I’m Holly.
I am a self-esteem, anxiety, and trauma therapist. I help adults overcome unwanted messages from their past that are holding them back so they can connect to their authentic selves, shame free. You deserve to feel confident in who you are. Freedom from past negative experiences is not out of your reach.
Clients often tell me they feel understood here in a way they haven’t experienced elsewhere. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe enough to explore the parts of your story you’ve been carrying alone for too long.
You don’t have to keep making yourself small - and you don’t have to do the work alone.
Why My Clients Seek Therapy
Many of the adults I work with are navigating the lasting effects of growing up in a rigid or conservative religious environment. They’ve often been told, directly or indirectly, that their needs, feelings, or identities weren’t valid. Perfection was the goal and the expectation and the lesson was: if life isn’t going how you want it to, you need to do more. Be better. Try harder. Asking questions, especially of authority figures, was not tolerated. Even now, after updating their belief systems, those messages still echo — shaping how they see themselves, how they relate to others, and how they move through the world.
Others come to me because life simply feels too loud and overwhelming. They’re burned out from holding it all together for everyone else. They’ve gotten so used to putting their own needs last that they’ve forgotten what it’s like to feel calm, confident, and at home in themselves.
Whatever your reason for seeking therapy, you can be confident that in my office you’ll be met with respect, curiosity, and a no judgement zone. You can read more about the types of problems my clients are facing at the pages below.
Specialties
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Self-Esteem
Let go of negative self-talk and re-connect with your inner wisdom and authentic self.
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Anxiety
Calm your nervous system, quiet your mind, and uncover the starting point of your worries.
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Religious Trauma
From healing religious trauma to reconstructing your faith to fit your current values, I’m here for it.
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EMDR
Finally leave the past in the past and move forward with a life you love with calm and confidence.
Ready to Take the First Step?
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Self-schedule your free 15-minute consultation today. I’ll answer any questions you have and you can be sure we’re a good fit.
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Join me each week to unpack what’s been keeping you stuck. Together, we’ll develop the tools you need to thrive.
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You’ll see yourself more clearly, and you’ll be ready to take steps forward toward a life you love.
Healing is possible. You don’t have to keep living with the constant voice of the inner critic, the weight of old shame, or the fear of showing up as your authentic self.
Self-esteem therapy in Denver can help you feel more confident, connected, and whole. Whether you’re looking to process religious trauma, manage anxiety, or simply feel more like yourself again, I’m here to walk alongside you.