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Psychology Services In Wheat Ridge, CO

Individual Therapy

Individual Therapy

Individual therapy is a structured and collaborative process where a clinician works one-on-one with a patient to help them better understand themselves, develop healthier coping mechanisms, and work through psychological, behavioral, or emotional challenges. It's an evidence-based intervention tailored to the person’s unique history, needs, and goals. In correctional or complex systems, it often includes addressing trauma, substance use, and the impact of systemic factors on mental health. At its core, therapy provides a consistent, nonjudgmental space where people can safely explore what’s interfering with their well-being and make changes that support greater functioning, insight, and autonomy.

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Eye Movement Desensitization<br>and Reprocessing (EMDR)

Eye Movement Desensitization
and Reprocessing (EMDR)

EMDR is a therapy designed to help people heal from trauma and distressing life experiences. It uses guided eye movements or other forms of bilateral stimulation (like tapping) while the person recalls a painful memory. This process helps the brain reprocess the memory so it’s less emotionally intense and no longer feels as distressing. EMDR is evidence-based and especially effective for PTSD, but it's also used for anxiety, grief, and other emotional difficulties.

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First Responders

First Responders

As a first responder, you're trained to face emergencies—often putting others' needs before your own. But the mental toll of repeated exposure to trauma, stress, and high-pressure situations can build over time. Clinical psychology offers a confidential, supportive space to process those experiences, strengthen resilience, and restore balance. Whether you're dealing with burnout, anxiety, sleep issues, or the lasting impact of critical incidents, therapy can help you continue showing up—not just for others, but for yourself.

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Forensics

Forensics

Clinical psychology plays a vital role in the forensic setting by applying psychological expertise to legal questions and justice-involved populations. This includes conducting evaluations for competency, risk, and criminal responsibility; providing therapy for individuals in correctional or court-mandated settings; and offering expert consultation to legal professionals. Forensic psychologists help ensure that psychological insight informs fair, ethical, and effective decision-making within the justice system.

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Group Therapy

Group Therapy

Our practice offers affordable, clinician-led group therapy designed to support individuals navigating substance use, grief and loss, trauma, and emotional dysregulation. Groups provide a safe, structured space to connect with others facing similar challenges, reduce isolation, and build effective coping skills. We offer evidence-based approaches, including trauma-informed care and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), to help you move toward stability, resilience, and meaningful change—without financial barriers standing in the way.

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Assessment

Assessment

Our clinical assessment services are designed to provide clear, evidence-based answers to complex questions about mood, behavior, personality, and cognitive functioning. We offer evaluations for ADHD, substance use, mood and anxiety disorders, personality structure, and trauma-related concerns. Assessments can help clarify diagnoses, guide treatment planning, support medication decisions, and provide documentation for academic or occupational accommodations. Each assessment is tailored to the individual, using validated tools and clinical expertise to deliver practical, meaningful results.

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Prescribing *Coming Soon*

Prescribing *Coming Soon*

As a prescribing psychologist, I provide comprehensive psychological evaluations to understand your unique needs and determine whether medication may be a helpful part of your care. When appropriate, I offer medication management grounded in clinical evidence and tailored to your goals—always as part of a broader treatment approach that respects your values, preferences, and overall well-being. My focus is on collaboration, not quick fixes.

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Clinical Care Services

Dr. Vargas provides clinical psychological services with a specialization ​in helping those suffering from trauma and addiction.

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