Business Details
Your Trusted Mental Health Therapist in Lakewood, CO
With over two decades of experience in private practice, I am a licensed and credentialed therapist dedicated to empowering individuals, couples, and families to overcome challenges and achieve personal growth. My expertise spans depression, anxiety, addiction recovery, and family dynamics, supported by advanced degrees in counseling and theology. As a certified addiction counselor and registered play therapist supervisor, I integrate evidence-based methodologies to provide personalized care. My practice prioritizes accessibility, offering HIPAA-compliant telecounseling and a wheelchair-accessible office near public transportation.Recognized with awards from the Colorado Association of Marriage and Family Therapy and the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy, I combine clinical excellence with compassionate support. My role as a past president of the Colorado State Board of Marriage and Family Therapist Examiners underscores my commitment to professional standards. I founded the Second Wind Fund to address teen suicide prevention, reflecting my dedication to community mental health. My therapeutic approach emphasizes solution-focused strategies, helping clients build on their strengths to create meaningful, lasting change.
Services
Individual Counseling
Couples Therapy
Family Counseling
Addiction Recovery
Grief Counseling
Parenting Support
Stress Management
Christian Counseling
Eating Disorder Treatment
Clinical Supervision
Highlights and features
- 20+ years of clinical experience in marriage and family therapy
- Certified Addiction Counselor with specialized training in recovery
- Recipient of state and national therapist awards
- Offers HIPAA-compliant telecounseling for remote access
- Co-founder of Second Wind Fund for teen suicide prevention
Services
Individual Counseling
Tailored one-on-one therapy sessions address depression, anxiety, trauma, and personal growth goals. Evidence-based techniques help clients develop coping strategies and self-awareness. Sessions focus on building resilience and achieving mental wellness through personalized treatment plans.
Couples Therapy
Specialized interventions improve communication and resolve conflicts in romantic relationships. Gottman Method principles guide couples through rebuilding trust and strengthening emotional connections. Sessions address infidelity, parenting disagreements, and intimacy challenges using structured therapeutic frameworks.
Addiction Recovery
Certified addiction counseling addresses substance use disorders and behavioral addictions. Cognitive-behavioral therapy combined with 12-step program integration supports long-term recovery. Family systems approaches involve loved ones in the healing process for comprehensive support.
Family Counseling
Systemic therapy addresses intergenerational patterns and improves family dynamics. Sessions focus on conflict resolution, boundary setting, and enhancing communication among family members. Play therapy techniques engage children in therapeutic processes when appropriate.
Clinical Supervision
AAMFT-approved clinical supervision develops emerging therapists' skills through case consultation and ethical practice guidance. Supervision includes feedback on therapeutic techniques and professional development for licensed clinicians.
People
Marjorie Laird
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
With over 20 years in private practice, Marjorie holds LMFT, LPC, and CAC III certifications. She received the 2006 Therapist of the Year award and co-founded the Second Wind Fund for teen suicide prevention. Her expertise includes depression, anxiety, and addiction recovery.
Questions
What types of counseling services are offered?
Services include individual therapy, couples counseling, family sessions, addiction recovery, grief support, parenting guidance, and specialized treatment for depression and anxiety.
Do you offer telehealth appointments?
Yes, HIPAA-compliant telecounseling sessions are available for clients preferring remote access to therapy services.
What mental health specializations are available?
Specializations include depression, anxiety, addiction recovery, eating disorders, conflict resolution, and teen suicide prevention initiatives.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Contact our office at 303-358-3372 via phone or text to connect with our scheduling team for in-person or virtual sessions.
Is the office accessible for disabled clients?
Yes, our Lakewood location features wheelchair accessibility and convenient parking options for all clients.
