Business Details
27 Years
experience
Your Trusted Mental Health Therapist in Lakewood, CO
With over three decades of dedicated practice, I provide comprehensive psychological services rooted in empathy and evidence-based methodologies. My expertise spans trauma resolution, family systems therapy, and co-parenting support, informed by advanced training in Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, and attachment theory. I specialize in addressing complex relationship dynamics, particularly in post-divorce scenarios, and offer teletherapy across state lines through PSYPACT certification.My approach prioritizes collaborative goal-setting and holistic well-being, integrating insights from 27 years of psychological assessment experience and extensive clinical supervision. As co-founder of the Co-Parenting with Respect program, I remain committed to advancing therapeutic solutions for families navigating transitional challenges.
Services
Family Therapy
Individual Therapy
Co-Parenting Services
Trauma Therapy
Psychological Assessments
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- 30 years of clinical psychology experience with trauma and family systems
- PSYPACT-certified for cross-state teletherapy continuity
- Co-founder of Co-Parenting with Respect program
- Level 2 trained in Internal Family Systems therapy
- 27 years of psychological assessment and forensic evaluation expertise
Associations and certifications
- PSYPACT
Services
Family Therapy
Specialized treatment addressing relationship dynamics in intact or post-divorce families using Family Systems Theory. Focuses on improving communication patterns, resolving intergenerational conflicts, and rebuilding parent-child connections through structured therapeutic interventions.
Co-Parenting Services
Comprehensive programs including Co-Parenting with Respect (CPR), parenting plan consultations, and coaching. Designed to reduce post-divorce conflict through skill-building workshops and individualized guidance for collaborative child-rearing.
Trauma Therapy
Specialized trauma treatment utilizing EMDR and IFS modalities. Addresses both acute and complex trauma through evidence-based protocols that reprocess distressing memories and develop emotional regulation strategies.
Individual Therapy
Tailored mental health treatment for adults addressing anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with attachment-based approaches to foster personal growth and behavioral change.
Psychological Assessments
Comprehensive diagnostic assessments with 27 years of clinical experience. Includes forensic evaluations for legal proceedings and treatment planning, utilizing standardized assessment tools and evidence-based diagnostic frameworks.
People
Shelley Bresnick
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Licensed psychologist with 30 years of experience specializing in trauma, family systems, and divorce-related therapy. Developed the Co-Parenting with Respect program and maintains PSYPACT certification for cross-state teletherapy services.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches do you specialize in?
I specialize in Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, attachment theory, and family systems therapy, integrating cognitive-behavioral and psychodynamic techniques tailored to individual needs.
Do you offer teletherapy services?
Yes, I provide teletherapy across PSYPACT participating states, maintaining continuity of care for clients relocating or traveling within these jurisdictions.
What divorce-related services are available?
I offer family therapy, co-parenting coaching, parenting plan consultations, and the Co-Parenting with Respect program for high-conflict post-divorce situations.
How long are therapy sessions typically?
Sessions generally last 50 minutes, with flexible scheduling options for individual, couples, or family sessions based on treatment requirements.
Are psychological assessments available?
Yes, I conduct comprehensive psychological assessments with 27 years of experience in forensic evaluations and diagnostic clarification for treatment planning.
