Welcome!

It takes courage to look into therapy or counseling, so way to go on taking the first step! We believe it’s so worth the journey as it can be a life-changing and powerful opportunity.

Here at Authentic Connections Counseling we love offering people a safe place to be real, to be seen, to be heard.

A place to bravely explore change in a non-judgmental atmosphere so that you may live life to the fullest.

We value the importance of each person finding the right “fit” in a therapist… So explore our website, see how you feel, and give us a call so that we can answer any questions you may have. We look forward to joining you in your journey towards wellness!

If you’re interested in exploring change and live life to the fullest, lets work together!

For in office appointments, we serve the surrounding areas:

Castle Pines, Parker, Larkspur, Lone Tree, Franktown, Elizabeth, and Monument.

*Our online therapy services are available to the WHOLE state of Colorado*

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Meet Our Team

Rachel Schneider, MFTC

Greetings! I'm your compassionate guide to a more enriched life by exploring emotional, behavioral, and relational patterns that may be hindering you from experiencing life to the fullest.

Bryana Murphy, MFTC

Hello! I help people flourish in a supportive environment where they can safely explore their life experiences.

Alexa Berstler, Counseling Intern

Hello! I cultivate safe spaces for all ages and backgrounds, that empowers, equips, and encourages growth.

Cherisse McNaughton-Balzano, LPC, LAC, NCC, BC-TMH

Hi! I empower people to break free from harmful patterns in order to create a life worth living and feel stable again.

Jessie Dyrud, LCSW

Hi there! I help children, teens and parents connect and understand one another. I specialize in children, tweens, anxiety, depression, grief/loss, trauma, and life transitions.

Mikey Espegren, LPCC

Hey there! I help teens and adults discover clear plans for growth and change. I provide hope and compassion for people struggling with anxiety, depression, grief and loss, identity, and life transitions.

Veronica Conley, LCSW, AASW

Hello! I help teens and adults get unstuck and live a life they enjoy. I provide hope for people struggling with anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma and life transitions.

Dawn Gabriel, LPC

Hello! As the founder of Authentic Connections Counseling, I work with fellow therapists to grow their private practices. I blend consulting and spiritual formation in my retreats and community groups.

Malia Doss, LMFT, SEP

Hello! I work with adults and couples to offer healing and hope as they experience anxiety, depression, trauma, co-dependency, and life transitions.

Ashley Brown, MA, LPC

Hello! I work with adults to restore balance and hope in the midst of trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, addiction, and stress management.

Here are some places to get started

Services

Here you will find information about our therapeutic specialties.

FAQs

Do you have questions? Search through our FAQs to learn more.

Contact

Taking the first step is the hardest part, but our team is here to help.