Brittany Valderrama

I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Colorado with a Master's in Social work from Walden University, and I'm also a veteran. My path to becoming a therapist has been shaped by my professional training and personal experiences of navigating change, resilience, and identity.

In my work, I value authenticity and connection. Clients often describe me as warm, approachable, and honest -- I want you to feel truly heard, but I'll also gently challenge you to grow. Therapy with me isn't about just talking; it's about building real-world skills, trying them out, and adapting to change (and hopefully growth!) I bring in trauma-informed approaches, EMDR, attachment work, and coaching so that our sessions feel both supportive and practical.

I specialize in helping adults and couples who feel disconnected, stuck, confused, or unsure of how to communicate what they need or want. Many of my clients are navigating relationship stress (romantic, friendships, work relationships, etc.), trauma, parenting or step-parenting challenges, identity concerns, anxiety, or self-esteem struggles. My practice is LGBTQIA+ affirming, inclusive, and welcome to anyone who is ready to invest in themselves and/or their relationships.

At the heart of my work is a simple belief: we all want to feel understood, seen, and connected. I'd be honored to support you in uncovering patterns that no longer serve you, strengthening your voice, and building more meaningful relationships -- with others and yourself.

My approach to therapy is collaborative, compassionate, and practical. I believe you are the expert on your own life, and my role is to walk alongside you as we explore what's getting in the way of feeling connected and confident.

I also believe therapy should be active -- not just talking, but practicing. That might look like trying out new communication tools, role-playing a tough conversation, or learning strategies to calm your nervous system in real time. My goal is that you leave each session with both deeper insight and something concrete you can use in daily life.

Your first sesssion is about getting to know you -- what's been going on, what brought you to therapy, and what you hope to gain from our work together. I'll ask questions to better understand your story, but there's no pressure to share everything at once. We'll go at your pace.

I want you to leave the first session feeling heard, supported, and with a sense of what therapy with me will look like. Together, we'll start identifying your goals and outline a plan that feels both manageable and meaningful. Most importantly, you'll get a feel for whether I'm the right fit for you, because finding the right therapist is the most important part of this process!