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Mindfulness-Based Therapy with Dr. Christa Smith
As a licensed psychologist in Denver, I specialize in helping clients cultivate mindfulness and self-compassion to address anxiety, stress, and dissatisfaction with life. My practice integrates Buddhist psychology, neuroscience, and evidence-based therapies like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help clients break harmful cognitive and emotional patterns. With over 15 years of experience since earning my doctorate in 2007, I combine formal training in Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction and Mindful Self-Compassion with nearly 100 days of personal silent meditation retreat experience.My approach focuses on fostering a non-judgmental relationship with oneself to create lasting behavioral change and greater life satisfaction. I maintain active involvement in the mindfulness community through sangha leadership roles and continuous professional development in psychotherapy integration.
Services
Anxiety Therapy
Mindfulness Counseling
Career Stress Management
Spiritual Growth Therapy
Buddhist Psychology
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- 20+ years combining mindfulness with clinical psychology
- Doctorate from University of Denver with postdoctoral training
- Personal experience with 100+ days of silent meditation retreats
- Free 20-minute consultation for all new clients
- Proven success with Denver-metro area clients since 2009
What people say
Extremely skilled and compassionate
Incredible tools for life
Best psychologist in Denver
Reshaped my thoughts
Highly personalized approach
Services
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
Integrates mindfulness practices with clinical psychology to help clients develop greater self-awareness and emotional regulation. This approach teaches clients to observe their thoughts without judgment while implementing practical tools for stress reduction. Particularly effective for anxiety, career stress, and personal growth, the therapy combines Buddhist psychology principles with evidence-based techniques to create lasting behavioral change.
Anxiety Therapy
Specialized treatment for anxiety disorders and chronic stress using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and mindfulness techniques. Helps clients develop coping strategies to manage panic attacks, perfectionism, and relationship issues. Focuses on building resilience through meditation practices and cognitive restructuring to reduce anxiety's impact on daily life.
Spiritual Growth Therapy
Combines psychological principles with spiritual exploration to help clients find greater life meaning. Uses Buddhist psychology frameworks to examine personal values and cultivate compassion. Designed for individuals seeking deeper self-understanding while maintaining alignment with evidence-based therapeutic practices.
People
Dr. Christa Smith
Licensed Psychologist
Licensed psychologist with doctorate from University of Denver (2007) and 15+ years clinical experience. Specializes in mindfulness-based therapies, Buddhist psychology, and meditation integration. Completed 100+ days of silent retreat training and serves as sangha guide for Colorado meditation community.
Questions
What makes mindfulness-based therapy different?
This approach combines traditional psychotherapy with mindfulness practices to help clients develop greater self-awareness and emotional regulation through present-moment focus.
Do you offer initial consultations?
Yes, I provide free 20-minute phone consultations to discuss your needs and determine if we would work well together.
What are your therapy specialties?
I specialize in anxiety disorders, career-related stress, mindfulness integration, and personal growth therapy using evidence-based techniques combined with Buddhist psychology principles.
How long do therapy sessions last?
Standard sessions are 50 minutes long, with initial consultations available in 20-minute formats to discuss your specific needs and goals.
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
I combine Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, and Mindful Self-Compassion with neuroscience insights to create personalized treatment plans for each client.
Reviews (3)
Kelsey Casper
Aug 28, 2018
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Dr. Smith has been instrumental in my personal growth and well-being. She helped me navigate through a variety of issues and pain points. I learned so much in each of my sessions with her but, more importantly, she gave me tools so that I could navigate challenging situations in my daily life on my own. Dr. Smith personalized each session towards my wants and needs. I was particularly interested in the therapeutic benefits of mindfulness and meditation. She helped me build up a regular meditation practice that is now a core component of my well-being. Can't thank Dr. Smith enough!
Olga Pagan
Aug 21, 2016
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Dr. Smith was welcoming and understanding from the very moment I met her. Through my work with her, I felt comfortably pushed - she guided me to new understandings about myself in a pressure-free, judgement-free environment. I leave each session with practical tools to use in my everyday life. Great experience!
Jonathan Hemnes
Oct 27, 2015
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I have nothing but the utmost praise for Christa. She was able to listen to my needs and give me the tools that I needed to overcome obstacles and to appreciate life in a whole new way. Her approach was tailored specifically to my needs. Christa focused on providing me with the ability to recognize my emotions and handle them in an appropriate manner. This approach has left a permanent positive impact on my life and truly changed it for the better. I would strongly recommend her.
