Addiction Therapists in Lafayette, CO.

We can use mindfulness techniques to work with difficult emotions or a lack of emotions day to day. Exercise, diet, sleep and many daily activities can be utilized to help with difficult times. Self care is an exploration. I support the use of medications when needed depending on what you want to do. I take an individualized approach so the process depends on how you want to approach it and what your needs are.

True Happiness and Stability Stems from the Quality of our Significant Relationships! I provide therapy for children, adolescents, individuals, elders, couples, and families. I focus on people's strengths and possibilities while addressing their real life difficulties. I provide a wide variety of evidence-based treatment approaches. Which means that all the therapy that I implement is highly researched and therefore, proven to work, if followed correctly. I believe in a holistic approach to the therapeutic process that incorporates biological, psychological, social, and spiritual dimensions empowering a person or family towards mastering life to its fullest.

In working with addiction, I take a non-pathologizing approach, viewing it as a response rather than a personal flaw or failing. Together, we explore how addiction may have become a part of your story, examining the needs and experiences it has been trying to address. Using a collaborative, narrative approach, we work to identify values, strengths, and alternative ways to meet those needs that align with who you prefer to be. This process allows you to reclaim your sense of agency and reconnect with a life that reflects your deeper intentions and goals.

People suffering from addictions often think they're not really addicted, particularly if they don't engage in the activity every day or if they are able to hide it easily. However, when the addictive substance is not available, withdrawal symptoms may begin immediately. Addictions affect every aspect of a person's life, including their personal relationships, work success, and even their ability to think clearly.Counseling is an integral part of both recovery and maintenance of sobriety. Call today to begin recovering: (970) 227-2770.

I firmly believe people do their best to create a meaningful life. I believe that people use Alcohol and drugs for a reason and it serves a purpose in their life. Maybe it helped change the feelings? Maybe it covered up or quiet thoughts? Maybe it created a feeling of confidence? Maybe it helped you feel like you belonged? Do any of those “maybes” resonate for you? If we asked how they are working, most would probably say it’s not working anymore. Addiction counseling provides you with support, resources, and we create a road map to your recovery. Learn new skills is a significant part of addiction counseling, including: Recovery Skills – Communication, Interpersonal, and Refusal Skill.

Lee Lester offers addiction counseling in Northern Colorado to those looking to stop the behaviors that are controlling their lives and make a change for the better. Whether you are struggling with alcohol or drug dependence, porn or sex addiction, or another type of unhealthy behavior, counseling will help you recover and maintain positive changes. You don't need to start your recovery alone. Call (970) 227-2770 today to find out how counseling can help you or your loved one change your addictive behaviors and find a healthy life.

Jackie Woodward approaches addictions counseling with a compassionate, nonjudgmental, and holistic perspective that recognizes both the challenges of addiction and the inherent strength within each person seeking change. She provides a safe, supportive space where clients can explore the roots of their patterns, understand the emotional and environmental factors influencing their behavior, and reconnect with their innate resilience. Drawing on Cognitive-Behavioral, Strengths-Based, and mind–body approaches, Jackie helps clients build practical coping skills, strengthen self-awareness, and develop healthier ways of managing stress and emotions. Her intuitive, integrative style supports clients in rebuilding trust in themselves, fostering self-compassion, and creating sustainable pathways to

Addiction often develops as a way of coping with overwhelming emotions, stress, or past experiences. Therapy helps clients understand the patterns driving substance use or compulsive behaviors while building healthier coping strategies and support systems. Many clients experience increased self-awareness, improved emotional regulation, reduced shame, and greater stability, supporting meaningful change, recovery, and improved functioning in relationships and daily life.