Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in Colorado

Often times, how we look at things impacts how we respond to them. Seen Never Ending Story? Remember the Horse (Artax)? Yeah. I am here to get you out of the Swamp of Sadness. First you have to start changing your thought process. If you don't change the way you think about something, then you are going to continue to feel the way you feel which of course means the behaviors don't change. Artax didn't stop thinking the sad thoughts and sank (spoiler alert for those who weren't traumatized by this movie as children). The CBT triangle is something I often call upon as a visual in this journey. If you want to change how you feel, look at your behaviors and thoughts. Change your thoughts? Let's change some behavior with Behavioral Activation. Which (you probably guessed it) means your emotions are changed too.

I believe therapy is an adventure of self-discovery—an opportunity to explore your story and uncover your strengths. My approach is collaborative and adaptive, drawing from CBT, ACT, DBT, SFBT, and Person-Centered Therapy, as well as Geek Therapy and the Hero’s Journey framework when it fits your interests. Whether you connect through fandoms like anime, video games, or tabletop RPGs, or prefer a more traditional approach, I meet you where you are. Together, we’ll navigate your challenges, build insight, and move toward a renewed sense of balance and purpose. Every hero’s journey is unique. I look forward to walking beside you as we navigate yours together.

We work through these: A ctivating event B elief C onsequence D ispute (and Deal with it) E ffective emotions, etc.

I have 27 years of full-time experience in therapy as an Army/Federal prison/hospital Chaplain (Major, Reserve and Department of Justice / Federal Bureau of Prisons, Retired), in missions, and in youth ministry. I have the Basic Certificate in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR, for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder). I am an American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (AAMFT) Professional Member (11/25 renewal?) and am ordained by the Vineyard USA. I was endorsed by the National Association of Evangelicals' Chaplains Commission for 24 years until I retired.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a structured, goal-oriented therapy that helps people identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. It focuses on the connection between thoughts, feelings, and actions, teaching clients to challenge distorted thinking and replace it with more balanced, realistic perspectives.

Bridget is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), EMDR-trained, and a Certified Grief Therapist (CGT). She brings extensive experience in mental health care, having worked in inpatient and outpatient settings, as well as residential programs and intensive outpatient (IOP) and partial hospitalization (PHP) programs for adolescents and young adults. She approaches therapy as a collaborative, supportive journey rooted in trust, respect, and authentic connection. She believes that meaningful and lasting change begins with feeling truly seen, heard, and understood—not only by others, but by oneself. Dedicated to creating a safe, inclusive, and nonjudgmental therapeutic space, Bridget invites clients to explore their inner world with curiosity, courage, and compassion. With her warm and grounded presence, she helps individuals cultivate self-awareness, foster emotional healing, and support sustained psychological growth. Bridget works with clients across the lifespan, including children as young as three, adolescents, adults, couples, and families, offering individualized, developmentally appropriate care. She is committed to ongoing professional growth and is currently pursuing Certifications in Neuropsychotherapy, Neural Desensitization and Integration, and ADHD Assessment & Treatment. She integrates a broad range of evidence-based therapeutic approaches tailored to each client’s unique needs, including: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Mindfulness-Based Interventions Psychodynamic Therapy Bridget is particularly attuned to how shame, guilt, and inner conflict contribute to emotional distress and disconnection from self and others. She helps clients strengthen emotional regulation, cultivate self-compassion, and develop insight into their internal experiences. Her approach combines relational and neuropsychological perspectives, recognizing the brain’s remarkable capacity for growth, adaptation, and healing. Areas of Clinical Expertise: Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Anxiety and Panic Disorders Depressive and Mood Disorders Trauma and Post-Traumatic Stress Grief, Loss, and Life Transitions Outside of work, Bridget nurtures her own growth and balance through time with family and friends, connecting with nature, journaling, reading, traveling, drawing, biking, practicing yoga and mindfulness, kayaking, playing soccer and lacrosse, running, and enjoying games—especially chess! Bridget resonates deeply with the words of F. Scott Fitzgerald: “For what it’s worth … it’s never too late, or in my case too early, to be whoever you want to be … there’s no time limit — start whenever you want … you can change or stay the same — there are no rules to this thing … we can make the best or the worst of it … I hope you make the best of it … I hope you see things that startle you … I hope you feel things you’ve never felt before … I hope you meet people with a different point of view … I hope you live a life you’re proud of … and if you find that you’re not, I hope you have the courage to start over again.” 970-400-7319 [email protected] Psychiatric Services of the Rockies Fort Collins, CO