Colorado Therapy Collective

12/22/2025

The holidays can amplify connection or disconnection — and for many in the LGBTQ+ community, this season can also bring up shame or pressure to hide parts of who we are.

Our latest blog explores how shame quietly impacts identity and relationships, and how therapy can help restore emotional safety. As the year comes to a close, this can be a meaningful time to reflect on what you’re ready to release and where you’d like to offer yourself more care.

Read the full post here: www.coloradotherapycollective.com/blog/unlearning-shame-how-therapy-can-help-you-reclaim-pride

Understanding Shame and Its Impact on Identity Shame is a deeply relational emotion that often develops early in life. It can emerge from childhood experiences and unspoken questions such as: Am I unacceptable? Too much? Unworthy of care? For many individuals—especially those with q***r or othe

12/04/2025

Impulsivity is one of the most misunderstood ADHD symptoms. It’s often labeled as a “self-control issue,” when in reality it’s connected to dopamine levels, reward processing, and how the prefrontal cortex manages decision-making.

Our latest blog explores why impulsivity shows up the way it does for ADHD brains, why it’s not about willpower, and how therapy can help create steadiness, clarity, and practical strategies that truly work.

Read the full post here: coloradotherapycollective.com/blog/adhd-and-impulsivity-when-acting-fast-creates-problems

Impulsivity is a common challenge for those living with ADHD. Sometimes it can feel like a strength—fueling creativity, spontaneity, and quick thinking. You might even be the friend who says “yes” to new adventures, the one who’s known for being fun, energetic, and full of ideas. But when ac...

12/01/2025

Grief in the LGBTQ+ community can be complex.
The losses that come from hiding parts of ourselves, navigating rejection, or growing up without full acceptance leave a quiet but powerful imprint.

Our latest blog explores how LGBTQ+ grief shows up, why it’s often overlooked, and what healing can look like when we finally give ourselves permission to grieve.

Read the full post here: https://www.coloradotherapycollective.com/blog/lgbtq-grief-mourning-what-could-have-been

Grief is often described as a response to loss—a loved one, a relationship, or a dream. But for many LGBTQ+ individuals, grief can take on a quieter, more complex form: mourning the life that could have been while learning to honor the life that is. This kind of grief rarely comes with rituals or ...

11/25/2025

Navigating a relationship gets especially painful when one partner feels ready to leave and the other wants to stay. It’s a tender, confusing place — but clarity and compassion can make a real difference.

Our latest blog explores what helps couples find steadiness, support, and direction when they’re no longer on the same page.

Read the full post here: www.coloradotherapycollective.com/blog/when-one-partner-wants-to-leave-and-the-other-doesnt

When one partner is leaning out of the relationship and the other is leaning in, it can feel heartbreaking, confusing, and urgent all at once. Before making a life-changing decision, it’s important to slow down and get clear—together. If you’re in a relationship where one partner wants to leav...

11/22/2025

Being supported in therapy starts with knowing you can bring your whole self into the room. For many LGBTQ+ clients, though, bringing up identity-related topics can feel intimidating or unclear.

In our latest blog, we offer gentle, practical ways to start these conversations so you can feel more affirmed, understood, and empowered in your therapeutic journey.

Check it out here: www.coloradatherapycollective.com/blog/how-to-bring-up-lgbtq-topics-in-therapy

11/20/2025

Feeling connected in a relationship doesn’t always come from big conversations or major efforts. Often, it’s the small, everyday moments that matter most.

In our latest blog, we explore how simple, intentional gestures—rooted in the principles of Emotionally Focused Therapy—can strengthen bonds between partners.

Read the full post here: www.coloradotherapycollective.com/blog/how-to-turn-everyday-moments-into-micro-connections

Why Tiny Gestures Matter in Big Ways for Your Relationship When we start to feel disconnected from our partner, it can take considerable effort to find our way back to each other. And once we do, it can sometimes feel like even more work to keep that closeness alive. But what if connection didn’t ...

11/07/2025

Knowing your love language can help you understand how you give and receive love, but it’s only the beginning. At Colorado Therapy Collective, we look deeper at the emotions and needs that shape how couples connect.

Read our latest blog to learn how Emotionally Focused Therapy helps partners move beyond behavior and build lasting closeness.

Check it out here: https://www.coloradotherapycollective.com/blog/love-languages-vs-attachment-needs-what-really-helps-you-feel-close

When We Don’t Speak the Same Love Language By now we’re all too familiar with Gary Chapman’s Five Love Languages, and we can probably all name at least one or two that resonate with us. Many couples want each other to know the ways they want to give and receive love, and it can often be framed...

11/05/2025

Exploring your gender can bring both clarity and uncertainty. Therapy offers a space to understand yourself, beyond labels, beyond expectation.

Read more about how we support our gender-expansive clients on our blog, here: https://www.coloradotherapycollective.com/blog/finding-yourself-beyond-the-binary-therapy-for-gender-expansive-clients

How Therapy Supports Authenticity, Belonging, and Self-Exploration Exploring gender can be a deeply personal journey, one filled with curiosity, hope, and sometimes uncertainty. For gender-expansive clients, those who identify outside the traditional binary of male and female, this journey often in

10/28/2025

Ever felt like you just can’t get started, no matter how much you want to? That might be more than procrastination. For many with ADHD, it’s actually ADHD Paralysis, a freeze mode where overwhelm and executive dysfunction make even small tasks feel impossible.

In our latest blog, we cover signs to watch for when you’re stuck in freeze mode and simple tools and supports to help you get moving again

Read here: https://www.coloradotherapycollective.com/blog/adhd-paralysis-vs-procrastination-how-to-tell-the-difference

Understanding the Freeze Mode Behind ADHD Paralysis and Practical Steps to Get Unstuck Living with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) can be challenging, especially when it comes to motivation and productivity. Many people with ADHD struggle with procrastination, pushing things off unt

10/24/2025

Talking about ADHD in your relationship doesn’t mean admitting you’re “broken.” It’s an opportunity to build trust, compassion, and teamwork with your partner. When you frame ADHD as something you’re facing together, not something that divides you, conversations can create closeness instead of conflict.

Discover tips for having these kinds of conversations with your partner from a therapist by reading our latest blog post.

Read more here: https://www.coloradotherapycollective.com/blog/how-to-talk-about-adhd-with-your-partner-without-feeling-broken

Turn tough ADHD conversations into moments of empathy, teamwork, and growth. Being someone with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in a relationship can sometimes feel like carrying an invisible weight. You may worry that your partner only sees the challenges, like the forgetfulness, t

10/20/2025

ADHD burnout isn’t just stress, it’s deep exhaustion that can impact your energy, focus, and emotional well-being. In our latest blog, we break down the signs of burnout, what causes it, and practical ways to recover and prevent it from happening again.

Read the full post here: https://www.coloradotherapycollective.com/blog/adhd-burnout-signs-causes-and-how-to-recover

 Learn How to Recognize the Signs, Understand the Causes, and Take Steps Toward Recovery and Prevention Living with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) can be rewarding in its own way, but it’s not without its unique challenges. When everyday responsibilities pile up, it’s easy

10/10/2025

Loving someone who’s navigating anxiety or depression can feel like walking a tightrope, you want to be there for them, but it’s easy to feel overwhelmed yourself.

Our latest blog explores how to support your partner with compassion while also protecting your own well-being. From listening without fixing, to setting boundaries, to remembering your own needs, you’ll learn practical ways to care for them and yourself.

Read more here:
https://www.coloradotherapycollective.com/blog/how-to-support-a-partner-through-anxiety-or-depression-without-losing-yourself

Here’s How to Show Up for Your Partner Without Burning Out If you’ve ever tried to support a partner through anxiety or depression, you know it can feel like walking a tightrope. There may be a part of you that wants to reassure your partner and help carry the weight, while another part of you b...