Looking for a counselor? You've come to a great place; feel free to read this page for a short introduction to each of our excellent therapists - Paul Sigafus, Patrick Prag, and Shruti Poulsen. We all share a profound commitment to providing excellent counseling services to couples, families, and individuals.
Paul Sigafus, M.S., LMFT, Certified EFT Therapist
Colorado Counseling Center Director
Paul Sigafus, LMFT, Director & Certified EFT TherapistI am often asked how I chose to become a therapist. My answer, more now than ever, is that seeing clients find a greater sense of connection, peace, purpose, and hope is the most fulfilling work that I can imagine. When couples begin to feel cherished by each other again, and when individuals discover the best parts of themselves, I know that my work has made the world a better place.
Coming to counseling can be difficult, so it is very important that you find a great therapist who understands where you are coming from and is excellent in helping people with the sorts of challenges you are facing. I hope that by reading a little about my experiences, you will have a better feel for whether I might be the "right fit" for you.
As far back as I can remember, I have intuitively known that our relationships are the most powerful factor in determining our happiness, growth, and fulfillment. I noticed early on that when someone's relationships were going well, they not only found great happiness and peace, but they also were able to face the world with greater courage and confidence. On the other hand, it was very clear to me that when a person's relationships were going poorly, their lives were often filled with insecurity, turmoil, and sadness. More than anything else, relationships seemed to be the source of both the greatest happiness as well as the greatest pain.
Watching this dynamic process of heartache and healing, I earned degrees in both Human Development and Marriage and Family Therapy. Now, over ten years into my experience as a therapist, I continue to have an insatiable thirst for learning about how to better help those in need.
However dark things may seem, my mission is to help couples and individuals find hope and healing. I have seen hundreds of couples and individuals find their way to a happier and more connected life. Each of the therapists whom I have hired shares this mission; when you come for help at Colorado Counseling Center, you can be sure that you will receive excellent services. On the occasions where someone's problems lie outside of our areas of expertise, we are devoted to helping connect them with the best care possible. Their well-being is the bottom line.
I would be glad to consult with you about making an appointment; if you feel that I might be able to help you (or someone you love), please call today: 720-878-5159
Shruti Poulsen, PhD, LMFT
Shruti Poulsen, PhD, LMFTMy priority in working with individuals, couples and families is to provide an environment that is safe and accessible so clients can make the changes they desire in their lives and grow in ways that enhance their functioning and improves their relationships with others. I have over 17 years experience as a couple and family therapist and also have a strong research and theoretical background because of my role as an academic in a couple and family counseling program. I work to bridge the gap between research and practice, continually staying current in the latest treatment modalities and clinical research. Additionally, I continually learn and grow from my clinical work with couples and families. In this way I am able strengthen my ability to serve couples and families.
My master’s degree is in Child, Family, and Community Services with an emphasis on marriage and family therapy. My PhD is in Child Development and Family Studies with a specialization in marriage and family therapy. I have engaged in post-degree training by completing an Externship in Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy with Sue Johnson, Integrative Behavioral Couple Therapy with Andrew Christiansen, and Level I couple therapy training with John Gottman and Julie Schwartz Gottman. In the next eight months, I will also undergo Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy Advance Core Skills training. I am committed to enhancing and improving my clinical skills so that I may continue to provide high quality and relevant services to my clients.
As a therapist who practices integrative methods of therapy, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying integrative therapy approaches and techniques such as Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy, we will unearth long-standing emotional issues, behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life and relationships that feel connected and congruent.
If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals. Please call 765-714-4809 for an individual, couple or family therapy consultation today.