Business Details
27 Years
experience
Your Trusted Clinical Psychologist in Lakewood, CO
With over three decades of dedicated practice, I specialize in clinical psychology, offering comprehensive therapeutic solutions for individuals, couples, and families navigating complex emotional and relational challenges. My expertise spans trauma recovery, family systems dynamics, and co-parenting support, grounded in evidence-based modalities such as EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Having earned my doctorate from the University of Denver in 1995 and maintained private practice since 1999, I combine academic rigor with practical experience to address issues ranging from anxiety and depression to post-divorce family restructuring.My approach prioritizes collaborative care, tailoring interventions to each client's unique needs while fostering resilience and self-awareness. As a PSYPACT-certified provider, I extend services across state lines, ensuring continuity of care for clients in transition. My professional journey includes academic supervision, research in child development, and leadership roles in family court organizations, all of which inform my commitment to ethical, client-centered therapy.
Services
Family Therapy
Individual Therapy
Co-Parenting
EMDR Therapy
IFS Therapy
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- 30 years of clinical experience in trauma and family systems therapy
- PSYPACT-certified for cross-state telehealth services
- Specialized training in EMDR and Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy
- Collaborative approach with personalized treatment plans
- Founder of Co-Parenting with Respect (CPR) program
Associations and certifications
- PSYPACT
Services
Family Therapy
Specialized treatment addressing relationship dynamics within intact or post-divorce families using Family Systems Theory. Focuses on improving communication, resolving conflicts, and rebuilding parent-child connections through structured interventions. Particularly effective for families navigating separation challenges or intergenerational patterns.
Individual Therapy
Tailored mental health treatment addressing trauma, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Integrates EMDR, CBT, and IFS techniques to enhance emotional regulation and self-awareness. Designed to help clients break destructive patterns and develop healthier coping strategies through collaborative goal-setting.
Co-Parenting
Structured support for separated/divorced parents to establish effective communication and decision-making frameworks. Includes the Co-Parenting with Respect (CPR) program, parenting plan consultations, and conflict resolution strategies to prioritize children's well-being in post-divorce environments.
EMDR Therapy
Evidence-based approach for processing traumatic memories and reducing distressing symptoms. Utilizes bilateral stimulation to reprocess negative experiences, particularly effective for PTSD, anxiety, and complex trauma. Helps clients transform maladaptive beliefs into empowering perspectives through structured eight-phase protocol.
IFS Therapy
Non-pathologizing therapeutic model exploring internal 'parts' that influence behavior and emotions. Helps clients access their core 'Self' to heal wounded parts and integrate internal systems. Effective for improving self-compassion, resolving internal conflicts, and addressing maladaptive coping mechanisms.
People
Shelley Bresnick
Clinical Psychologist
Licensed clinical psychologist with 30 years of experience specializing in trauma, family systems, and co-parenting. Doctorate from University of Denver, PSYPACT-certified, and founder of Co-Parenting with Respect program. Combines EMDR, IFS, and CBT in private practice since 1999.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches do you specialize in?
I specialize in EMDR for trauma processing, Internal Family Systems (IFS) for internal conflict resolution, and Family Systems Therapy for relational dynamics. Additional expertise includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and attachment-based interventions.
Do you offer telehealth services across state lines?
Yes, as a PSYPACT-certified provider, I offer telehealth therapy to residents in all PSYPACT participating states, ensuring continuity of care during relocation or travel.
What is Co-Parenting with Respect (CPR)?
CPR is an evidence-based co-parenting program I co-founded for high-conflict divorce situations. It teaches collaborative parenting skills through structured sessions, helping parents prioritize children's needs while reducing interpersonal conflict.
How long does therapy typically last?
Duration varies based on individual needs. Trauma-focused treatment may require 8-12 sessions, while family therapy typically spans several months. We regularly review progress to ensure efficient, goal-oriented care.
What ages do you work with?
I provide therapy for children aged 7+, adolescents, and adults. Family therapy includes all relevant family members, while co-parenting services focus on parental dynamics regardless of children's ages.
Can you help with court-related psychological evaluations?
While I no longer conduct formal court evaluations, I provide therapeutic services for families involved in legal proceedings, including parenting plan consultations and court-ordered family therapy interventions.
