Holistic Jungian therapist specializing in trauma and relationships
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I am the Director of Western Slope Psychological Services in Colorado, and I am the host and creator of the Peace, Love, & Psychology podcast (https://www.buzzsprout.com/2223218).
I have worked as a Clinical Psychologist in several different settings with a wide variety of clients. I have worked for a community college district, where I saw students for therapy, trained interns to work with students, and administered programs for Veterans, Disabled Students and LGBT Students. I have worked in mental health clinics and in clinics for patients with chronic pain and illness. I have specialized in working with people who have been exposed to traumatic experiences. Throughout my career, I have worked with people who may never have been in therapy before, and so I excel at explaining psychological concepts in ways people can understand and apply in their own lives.
My approach therapeutically is client-centered, so I deeply respect the autonomy and dignity of my patients. I strive to provide a space that is accepting, non-judgmental and solution-oriented. I am trained in and tend to use evidence-based interventions that are cognitive-behavioral, cognitive, or mindfulness oriented. We will work together to help you identify your goals for therapy and develop approaches for achieving them. My ultimate goal for you is for you to learn how to better manage the challenges in your life and to feel empowered to live the life you truly want for yourself. Through our work together, you will receive the support and tools you need to live your best life—let’s get started!
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Dr. Daniel Raker is a clinical psychologist and the Director of Western Slope Psychological Services in Colorado. He also created and hosts the Peace, Love, & Psychology podcast (https://www.buzzsprout.com/2223218), and brings ten years of clinical experience to his practice.
He has worked in a range of settings, including a community college district where he provided therapy to students, supervised and trained interns, and administered programs for Veterans, students with disabilities, and LGBT students. Dr. Raker has also practiced in mental health clinics and clinics serving patients with chronic pain and illness, and he has a particular clinical focus on supporting people who have experienced traumatic events.
Dr. Raker follows a client-centered approach that emphasizes respect for each person’s autonomy and dignity. He aims to create an accepting, non-judgmental, and solution-oriented environment, using evidence-based methods grounded in cognitive-behavioral, cognitive, and mindfulness-oriented interventions. He works collaboratively with clients to identify therapy goals and to develop practical strategies for reaching them.
Licensed to practice in both Colorado and New Mexico, Dr. Raker holds the professional credentials required by those states (CO license PSY.0004966 and NM license PSY-2022-0115). His areas of specialty include stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem, coaching, relationship and intimacy-related issues, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, depression, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue. His aim is to help clients better manage life’s challenges and feel empowered to pursue the life they want, offering support and tools to help them live their best life.
For many common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or adjusting to life changes, online therapy can be as effective as traditional in-person care. Research and clinical practice support its use for these issues, making it a viable option for people seeking help.
A major advantage of online therapy is flexibility. Clients can connect with a therapist in the format that suits them best – video sessions, phone calls, live chat, or in-app messaging – which makes it easier to integrate treatment into a busy schedule or to access help from different locations.
Licensed professionals deliver online therapy, and clients may change therapists if they feel a different fit would be more helpful. For many people, virtual care provides practical access to effective, evidence-based support for everyday mental health needs.
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