Therapy for meaning and purpose in Denver

Navigate midlife, career changes, and life transitions to rediscover your fulfilling path.

Are you searching for something more in life?

Life is full of transitions. Maybe you’re navigating midlife and wondering “What’s next?” Perhaps the kids have left home, leaving things feeling a bit too quiet. Or, maybe your career path doesn’t feel as fulfilling as it once did. 

It’s common to reach points where you feel a little lost, disconnected, or simply crave a deeper sense of meaning in your day-to-day life here in the Denver area. You might feel restless, unfulfilled, or uncertain about your direction. 

This search for purpose isn’t a sign of weakness; it’s a sign that you’re ready for growth and a more authentic connection to your life. At My Denver Therapy, we understand this search, and we’re here to help you navigate it.

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Why we seek meaning at different stages

The quest for purpose often surfaces during times of change:

  • Midlife Crossroads: Around your 40s and 50s, it’s natural to reassess priorities, accomplishments, and future goals. You might question if the path you’re on truly aligns with who you are now.
  • Empty Nest Transitions: When children leave home, roles shift dramatically. This can be a time of grief, but also a powerful opportunity to rediscover your individual identity and passions.
  • Career Changes & Plateaus: Feeling stuck, uninspired, or considering a significant shift in your work life often triggers questions about what truly motivates and fulfills you professionally.
  • Major Life Events: Experiences like relationship changes, loss, or even positive milestones can prompt us to re-evaluate what truly matters.
  • General Existential Questions: Sometimes, the search for meaning arises simply from a deeper human need to understand our place in the world and live a life that feels significant.

How therapy helps you find a path forward

Therapy provides a dedicated space to explore these big questions without judgment. It’s not about being given answers, but about discovering  answers that make sense to you. Through counseling, you can:

  • Explore Your Values: Identify what truly matters most to you at this stage of life.
  • Uncover Your Strengths & Passions: Reconnect with hidden talents or dormant interests.
  • Understand Obstacles: Recognize patterns or beliefs that might be holding you back from living a more meaningful life.
  • Process Transitions: Work through the complex emotions associated with change and loss.
  • Define Your “Why”: Gain clarity on what gives your life meaning and how to intentionally cultivate it.
  • Create Actionable Steps: Develop strategies to align your daily life more closely with your purpose.

Find purpose with a therapist

At My Denver Therapy, our compassionate therapists partner with you on this journey of self-discovery. We create a supportive, non-judgmental environment where you can openly explore your thoughts, feelings, and aspirations. Our approach is tailored to you, drawing on effective strategies to help you:

  • Clarify what brings you joy, fulfillment, and a sense of significance.
  • Navigate the uncertainty that often accompanies life transitions.
  • Build self-awareness and confidence in your own inner wisdom.
  • Develop practical ways to integrate more purpose into your work, relationships, and daily activities right here in Denver.

We believe that a meaningful life is unique to each individual, and our goal is to empower you to define and create yours.

If you’re feeling stuck or searching for a deeper sense of purpose, you don’t have to navigate it alone. Taking the step to explore these feelings in therapy can be transformative. Let’s work together to uncover what truly matters to you and build a more fulfilling path forward.

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Other Specialties

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Healing may not be so much about getting better, as about letting go of everything that isn’t you – all of the expectations, all of the beliefs – and becoming who you are.

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Hillary Naef
(MA, LPC)
Brian Thomas
(MA, LPC)
Dawn Schmidli
(M. Ed, LPC)
Katy Pelletier
(MS, MFTC)
Anne Giles
(MA, LPCC)
JJ Hedden
(Counseling Intern)
Lance Hill
(MA, LPC)
John Hague
(MA, LPC)
Lindsey Kayne
(MA, LPCC)
MacKenzie King
(MS, LPC)
Nicole Hunka
(MA, LPC)
Kelly Albers
(MA, LPC)
Nicole Wolf
(MA, LPC)
Alex Song
(MA, LPC)
Aria Kirby
(MS, LPCC)
Annie Hause
(MA, LPC)
Maci Luther
(MA, LPC)
Taylor Moore
(Counseling Intern)
Shannon Keane
(MSN, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC)
Allie Evans
(MMFT, LMFT)
Courtneyrose Chung
(MMFT, LMFT, LPC, LAC, NMIT)
Jelly Bean
(Therapy Dog)
 

Meet our therapists

As a therapist-owned practice, we care about helping you heal, grow, and thrive. All of our therapists take a client-focused approach to counseling and approach each session with a commitment to your progress and growth. 

Availability

We’re always accepting new clients at our conveniently located offices in DenverGreenwood VillageLone Tree, and Arvada, and all of our therapists can meet with clients online.

We have a therapist for you

Because we have a large team of therapists with a wide range of specialties, we work with clients of all ages, backgrounds, and life experiences. You are welcome here. 

We can match you with a therapist who matches your goals, location, and schedule. We also have male and female therapists of all ages to help you find a therapist you feel comfortable with.

We can provide specific types of therapy

To support your mental health journey, our therapists are trained in some of the most effective forms of therapy available today, including EMDR, Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy, CBT, DBT, and IFS.

Insurance information

We’re out of network with insurance and Tricare and are unable to take Medicaid or Medicare. Unlike many therapy practices, we don’t charge separate intake or administration fees or charge more for specialized therapy methods like EMDR.

Get matched with a therapist

Contact us today, and one of our therapists will reach out to you directly.

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