Dr. Nikki Blakesley
Clinical Psychologist, PsyDI am an artist and clinical psychologist in Colorado Springs. I integrate art into sessions to help career folk embrace their identities.
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Gender identity issues, sometimes called gender dysphoria or gender conflict, occur when an individual feels an inconsistency between their physical gender and the gender they truly feel or identify with. This most commonly exhibits itself as a physical discomfort with the gender one was assigned at birth, including the feeling of being in the wrong body. Children with gender dysphoria may express disgust of their own genitals or a certainty that they will grow up to be the opposite sex. Some individuals with gender identity issues treat this feeling by physically modifying their bodies to better match their gender identity. Gender dysphoria comes with it an increased risk for depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, and bullying. If you are experiencing gender identity issues, reach out to one of TherapyDen’s qualified professionals today.
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Individuals seek therapy and counseling for varied reasons: personal growth, relationship problems, life transitions, traumatic experiences, environmental stressors and challenges, depression, anxiety, and more. Individuals also seek diverse outcomes. Through getting to know the individual client, our therapists help clients find solutions to the challenges that bring them to therapy. We tailor our psychotherapy approach to each individual, their specific needs, and their desire outcome.
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Are you tired of feeling anxious, insecure, depressed, distractable, ashamed, or unfulfilled? Is your relationship(s) unsatisfying or non-existent? Are you exhausted from trying to please everyone? You can change your feelings, yourself, and your life! There is hope. If you have complex problems that require complex solutions, if you need a therapist who can "keep up" with you, if you want a therapist who "gets it" and understands your specific needs, you're in the right place.
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We specialize in working with people who have experienced difficult life circumstances, highly sensitive people (HSP), and those who feel hopeless & anxious. They are often high achieving but struggle with feeling never good enough or unlovable. They are left feeling empty, shamed, & insignificant at the end of the day. We also help couples who feel that they have drifted apart & help grow intimacy and communication. We view our clients as intelligent, curious, and resourceful individuals.
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I am passionate about working with the LGBTQQIA community. I have focused a significant amount of my schooling on working with LGBTQQIA couples and am extremely passionate about this area. I also focus on working preteens and teens that identify within the LGBTQQIA+ community.
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The people who find me are often struggling with one (or more) of the following: Anxiety, ADHD, Neurodivergence, LGBTQIA+, Stress, Overwhelm, Feeling stuck/not accomplishing their goals or dreams, Loneliness or isolation, Self-esteem and self-worth, Grief or loss of a relationship, Friendship problems, Romantic relationship problems, Relationship anxiety, Singleness, Dealing with a difficult family member or other family dynamics, Past hurtful experiences/trauma, Childhood trauma, Chronic pain.
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Throughout my career, I have always viewed my clients as pretty amazing and courageous individuals. Suffering is an inevitable part of life. Yet, each individual's suffering is unique. A starting point for change is gaining an understanding of the various factors that have led to the difficulties in life. As the suffering starts to make more sense, then we are able to collaboratively find options for making changes that lead to a more meaningful and satisfying life.
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