Hi, and welcome to First Step Therapy. I understand how hard it can be to take that first step toward healing and you don’t have to do it alone. I offer compassionate, trauma-informed therapy for adults dealing with anxiety, past experiences, and life challenges. My approach is warm, collaborative, and tailored to your unique needs, drawing from evidence-based methods like CBT, DBT, and attachment theory. I’m here to provide a safe, supportive space where you feel heard and understood. Together, we’ll work toward healing and meaningful personal growth.
Hi, I’m Morgan Whiteman. I’m a therapist, a mom to two amazing daughters, and a proud dog owner living in beautiful Colorado with my husband. I genuinely love what I do—because I believe everyone deserves a safe space to feel heard, supported, and understood.
Life can be a lot. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, sitting with grief, or working through tough relationship dynamics, you're not alone. With over six years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I’m here to help you make sense of it all. Together, we’ll explore what’s weighing you down and build tools to help you move forward—one step at a time, with clarity and confidence.
My work and life experiences have provided me opportunities to work with both adults and young children dealing with anxiety, grief, frustration and stress. My passion is to support those who are navigating emotions related to their current experiences and their hopes for the future. With openness and acceptance, I provide supportive, evidence-based and trauma-informed sessions to promote problem solving and coping with life's imbalances. My specialty has been working with women, mothers and young families. I have a lot of experience with navigating systems that provide support to people with developmental disabilities as well, from ages 0-8.
LaShay Dupree is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Texas and has over 20 years of professional experience. LaShay prides herself in normalizing mental health and ensuring she is present and accessible to her clients. Lashay’s clients describe her as a responsive clinician whom they feel comfortable with communicating with and will respond within 24 hours as promised. Lashay has a bachelors degree in Psychology from the University of Houston and a masters in Social Work from the University of New England.
LaShay’s professional background spans throughout a multitude of professional settings and varying populations. She has been employed by the state of Texas as a surveyor investigating small group homes and large state supportive living centers advocating for the rights of individuals who cannot advocate for themselves. LaShay has worked with veterans, at-risk youth, teen moms, seniors, homeless and domestic violence victims. She has worked in community mental health organizations, hospital settings, long term care facilities, managed care organizations, insurance companies, hospice, home health and in private practice providing individual, couple and family therapy.
On her free time, LaShay enjoys mentoring others in the field of social work, taking road trips, and listening to music. LaShay enjoys life and loves to make people laugh. She prides herself on being the light someone need every single day.
LaShay embodies what it means to be a well-rounded individual, but most of all she loves sharing her compassionate, holistic approach to therapy with her clients in an effort to empower them to live life more abundantly and unapologetically.
I'm a clinical social worker by profession. I've worked in all aspects of my field from running a statewide program to working in hospitals, federal EAPs, to community clinics and private practice. I have worked with people from many different backgrounds, but I especially like to work with people who are from communities who have historically been marginalized. We are living in challenging times. I want those clients to know I hear them and I see them.
As a therapist, I offer a supportive and understanding space where we can collaboratively address the challenges you're facing, whether it's persistent anxiety that feels overwhelming, the heaviness of sadness, or difficulties in your relationships. I utilize a range of evidence-based approaches, including EMDR for processing past experiences, DBT for building coping skills, CBT for understanding thought patterns, and mindfulness to enhance present moment awareness. My focus is on empowering you to heal, fostering personal growth, and developing more fulfilling and healthier connections in your life.
Hello, I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 14 years of experience helping adults navigate life’s challenges. I earned my Master’s degree from the University of Central Florida and am currently licensed to practice in Florida, Maine, Virginia, Arizona, and Colorado. While I reside in Florida, I work with clients across these states through telehealth.
My approach is compassionate and collaborative—I believe in helping clients recognize their own strengths and inner resilience to create meaningful change. Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, or relationship challenges, I'm here to support you in finding balance, clarity, and healing.
*I do not work with adults over the age of 26. I ONLY work with children, teens, and young adults up to age 26*
Hi there, I’m Stephanie! Do you feel stuck in your current life or unable to move forward with what’s been weighing on you recently? Is taking a chance difficult and challenging? I aim to meet you where you’re at in your life and help you overcome the struggles and hardships.
I help provide you with the tools to move beyond the anxiety, depression, family issues, academic challenges or substance use issues you might be facing. I have extensive experience empowering people to meet their full potential. I’m not a one size fits all therapist and will pull from a variety of different techniques and modalities to help you become a version of yourself.
I work with people up to age 26 - Grow therapy does not separate young adults/adults in the search field. Please be mindful of this when booking an appointment!
I am a licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC) in Montana, Arizona (LPC), Colorado (LPC), Texas (LPC), Tennessee (LPC), Virginia (LPC) and Florida (telehealth only TPMC524). My educational background consists of a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice, a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, and a Master of Science in Counseling from the University of Providence (formerly the University of Great Falls). I have a Master’s certificate in Addictions Counseling from Montana State, Bozeman. I am a practicing therapist with adolescents and adults using clinically tested and evidence-based interventions.
I have a wide range of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. I currently offer individual. My therapeutic approach is integrated and tailored to the best needs of the client. Offered are Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Person-Centered, Solution-Focused, EMDR, and Psychoeducation. The treatment modality emphasizes a sensory ladder program (certification has been currently obtained).
I assist adults with learning the skills necessary to assist with day-to-day life in conjunction with mental health issues. My experience has been in a variety of clinical settings including private practice, addiction, and mental health clinics, and school (CSCT). My expertise is in working with children and adults with Autism, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Mood Dysregulation, Anxiety, Trauma and Abuse, Depression, Attention-Deficit, grief, and domestic and sexual abuse I have currently worked with adults and veterans experiencing addictions, depression, anxiety, personality disorders, trauma, couples issues, grief, life transitions, PTSD, CPSTD, domestic violence, sexual assault, and co-occurring disorders. There has been a high rate of success with my clients in achieving their goals. I look forward to meeting you! Lorraine Hellman, MSC, LCPC, LPC
Hey! I am Dr. Martecia "Tecii" Oates and I am a licensed professional counselor servicing clients in CO, FL and OK. I work primarily with athletes, college students, young professionals, and teenagers. I work with ages (14-40). I aim to be a helping hand to clients who are navigating life transitions, experiencing symptoms related to anxiety and depression, as well as clients who are struggling with self-esteem and low confidence.
Hello, I’m Marisol Cruz. I am a bilingual Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) offering therapy in both English and Spanish.
With 24 years of experience as a school counselor and over 5 years as a mental health clinician, I support adults who are navigating life transitions, relationship challenges, stress, anxiety, depression, and issues with self-worth or confidence. I also have extensive experience helping individuals manage overthinking, emotional overwhelm, and communication difficulties.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and client-centered. I believe therapy should feel safe and supportive, and I work to create a non-judgmental space where you can express yourself openly. Together, we will identify your goals, understand what’s weighing on you, and develop practical strategies to help you feel more grounded, confident, and emotionally balanced.
Whether you’re seeking clarity, guidance, healing, or personal growth, I’m here to walk with you every step of the way. You don’t have to navigate this alone.
Let’s work together to create meaningful and lasting change.
Hello! I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor in Michigan and Colorado with 17 years of experience. I have worked extensively with young and middle-aged with various concerns including depression, anxiety, substance abuse and PTSD/trauma to eating disorders, relationship challenges and academic & career transition issues. You can expect a safe and non-judgmental space to share your concerns with a supportive, active listener, if you choose to work with me. We can work collaboratively towards identifying concrete solutions that address your individual needs. I am passionate about the mind-body-spirit connection in both my professional and personal life. I am an avid runner and former college athlete, practice regular meditation for my own stress management and personal growth, and I spend lots of time in nature and the outdoors with my family (husband and two boys aged 8 and 12) in all seasons kayaking, camping, hiking, and skiing/snowboarding.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, birth doula, yoga teacher, and professor with a passion for walking alongside people through life’s most complex seasons. My work is rooted in compassion, evidence-based practice, and a belief that healing involves the whole person—mind, body, and spirit.
In my practice, I specialize in reproductive and perinatal mental health, trauma recovery, and supporting individuals and couples navigating infertility, pregnancy, postpartum, loss, and life transitions. I also work with clients facing chronic illness and the lingering impact of stress and anxiety. My integrative approach may include traditional talk therapy, mindfulness, yoga-based techniques, and psychoeducation, tailored to fit your unique needs and goals.
Clients often describe me as calm, supportive, and practical. I believe therapy should feel like a safe place where you don’t have to “have it all together.” Instead, you’ll find space to process honestly, learn effective tools, and build resilience. Whether you are seeking short-term support or long-term healing, we’ll work together at your pace to create meaningful change.
Beyond the therapy room, I teach and mentor future social workers, which keeps me grounded in both current research and real-world practice. My experience as a doula and yoga teacher allows me to bring a holistic, nurturing lens to therapy that honors your strengths while addressing challenges.
Above all, I want you to know: you don’t have to walk this path alone. Healing is possible, and I would be honored to support you in finding your way forward.
Hello, I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) and found my passion of counseling/therapy young. I enjoy being a support for my clients, allowing them to explore their new goals and how to feel comfortable making changes to live a fulfilled life. I take a realistic approach as I know life can be challenging, whether healing from the past or starting in the here and now.
Hi there, my name’s Ephraim Tokar. I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 20+ years of experience. My specialties consist of relationships, men’s issues, career counseling, and psychosomatic illnesses. I received my Bachelors degree in Child Psychology, working initially with the adolescent population before transitioning over to adults. I then received my Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy. Whether it's individuals or couples, I'm happy to get to work with whomever comes my way. I do my best to facilitate a warm, trusting environment. Looking forward to meeting with you soon!