Support for Your Mental Health Journey
Experience compassionate counseling that fosters mental wellness and supports your journey of personal growth and healing.
About Alpine Iris Counseling
My Mission
At Alpine Iris Counseling, I am dedicated to providing compassionate counseling and support to individuals seeking mental wellness. Through both in-person sessions and secure telehealth sessions, I proudly serve clients across Colorado, empowering them to overcome challenges and foster personal growth as they achieve their goals.
Approaches Rooted in:
- Person Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Narrative Therapy
Kristina Paulsen, MA, LPCC
Beginning therapy can feel vulnerable and often requires a great deal of courage. Whether you're feeling uncertain, overwhelmed, or simply curious about the process, you're welcome here.
My work is grounded in a relational, person-centered approach, rooted in genuine human connection. I believe that the therapeutic relationship itself can be a powerful space for healing and mental wellness, built on trust, honesty, and mutual respect. You don’t need to have it all figured out. This is a space where you can bring your full self, speak freely, and explore your personal growth at your own pace.
In our work together, I’ll meet you with curiosity, compassion, and a willingness to gently explore both what’s being said and what might be just beneath the surface. I may reflect patterns I notice, ask thoughtful questions like, “What’s happening for you right now?” or simply hold space when something feels heavy. At times, I’ll name the pain or complexity I hear, not to pathologize it, but to honor it.
As a therapist, I bring not only my training and experience, but also my humanity. I don’t believe in a top-down, expert-knows-best approach. Therapy is a collaborative process, a partnership. It is a deep honor to walk alongside my clients in this work, and I strive to meet each person with warmth, respect, and an open heart.
If you're looking for compassionate counseling, where you can be met with care, authenticity, and without judgment, I invite you to reach out.