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About Me

Caroline Boehm, smiling, in a mauve paisley scarf, by a sunlit window

Therapeutic Style

I help clients identify what they really want, what's getting in their way, and how to make progress. I work with you to define and achieve the life you want, whether that is managing symptoms, solving a problem, or simply living a more fulfilling life and being your authentic self. I believe a good therapist, like a good friend, doesn't just tell you what you want to hear. I challenge my clients to see new perspectives, notice their blind spots, and find new insights. I would describe my style as cognitive-based and intellectual, with no "BS" and a healthy dose of humor. I'm committed to helping people find the right therapist for them, even if that's not me. If my style sounds appealing, please reach out for a no-pressure, no-commitment consultation or first appointment.

Clientele

I work with a variety of topics including depression, anxiety, life transitions or adjustments, relationships or family concerns, trauma, existential or identity questions, anger, self-esteem, caregiver stress, and aging or disability concerns. In particular, I specialize in working with addictions of all types, grief or loss, and those coming to therapy because they want to "thrive rather than survive." I also particularly enjoy working with clients who are new to therapy or have had negative experiences in the past. Some clients work with me for brief solution-focused therapy, while others use therapy as a consistent tool for reflection, support, and maintenance and will stay with me long term. Either way, you should always feel free to return whenever a new chapter brings new goals and new challenges.

I see teens (14+) and adults for individual therapy. Many of my clients identify as high achievers who still aren't happy or who feel they haven't lived up to their full potential. Many have analytical personalities that make it hard to break out of intellectualizing. Some of my clients come to me because they are starved for intellectually stimulating or emotionally intimate conversations and relationships. My clients may be uncomfortable with emotional spaces but still craving deeper reflection and thoughtful feedback. They've spent so long numbing their sensitivity they can't always articulate how they're feeling. They have an academic or scientific mindset but are starting to explore what is abstract or immeasurable.

While my clients come from all walks of life, because of my specialties and style I've developed a bit of a niche working with certain professional careers – healthcare providers, tech professionals, legal personnel, and business executives. I also enjoy working with populations that other providers have difficulty with– addicts, felons, and court-ordered clients.

About 70% of my clients are men. I'm passionate about working with this population because men are far less likely to seek mental health services (SAMHSA, 2025Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. (2025). Results from the 2024 National Survey on Drug Use and Health: Detailed tables. Center for Behavioral Health Statistics and Quality. https://www.samhsa.gov/data/sites/default/files/reports/rpt56484/NSDUHDetailedTabs2024/NSDUHDetailedTabs2024/2024-nsduh-detailed-tables-sect6pe.htm; Mackenzie et al., 2012Mackenzie, C. S., Reynolds, K., Cairney, J., Streiner, D. L., & Sareen, J. (2012). Disorder-specific mental health service use for mood and anxiety disorders: Associations with age, sex, and psychiatric comorbidity. Depression and Anxiety, 29(3), 234–242. https://doi.org/10.1002/da.20911Free full text: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4284961/), more likely to die by suicide (Garnett & Zehner, 2026Garnett, M. F., & Zehner, A. M. (2026). Changes in suicide rates in the United States from 2023 to 2024 (NCHS Data Brief No. 572). National Center for Health Statistics. https://doi.org/10.15620/cdc/252473; Fox et al., 2018Fox, K. R., Millner, A. J., Mukerji, C. E., & Nock, M. K. (2018). Examining the role of sex in self-injurious thoughts and behaviors. Clinical Psychology Review, 66, 3–11. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cpr.2017.09.009Free full text: https://dash.harvard.edu/handle/1/34902773), and more likely to experience social isolation (Umberson et al., 2022Umberson, D., Lin, Z., & Cha, H. (2022). Gender and social isolation across the life course. Journal of Health and Social Behavior, 63(3), 319–335. https://doi.org/10.1177/00221465221109634Free full text: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10409601/). It makes my job that much more rewarding to serve what is quite literally (and somewhat ironically) an underserved population in mental healthcare.

  • Teens
  • Young adults
  • Adults
  • Addictions (substances or behaviors)
  • ADHD
  • Aging, health or disability
  • Anger management
  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar disorder
  • Career counseling
  • Caregiver stress or burnout
  • Depression
  • Existential questions
  • Grief
  • Harm reduction
  • Identity issues
  • Family or relationships
  • Life transitions and adjustment
  • Loneliness
  • Men's issues
  • PTSD
  • Self-esteem
  • Stress management
  • Suicidal ideation
  • Trauma

Theoretical Framework & Modalities

My theoretical orientation (my view on people and how they change) draws primarily from humanistic and existential therapies, which focus on individualization, meaning-making, the present moment, and a therapeutic relationship based on equality. I draw techniques from Motivational Interviewing (MI), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Narrative Therapy. I also enjoy pulling from my undergrad background in neuroscience, biology, and anthropology. I use a non-directive and individualized framework, meaning we won't have a "lesson plan" for sessions and will work on what you want to work on, or where we left off last time. We'll often spend time identifying underlying emotions and themes, as well as using our relationship as an example and vehicle for change. Rather than focus on pathologies, we'll use strengths and exceptions to find solutions or peace of mind. We'll explore some of how and why you got here, but our focus will be on how we can apply that learning to the present moment.

Professional Background

I received my BA in Biological Basis of Behavior from the University of Pennsylvania magna cum laude and my MS in Mental Health and Rehabilitation Counseling magna cum laude from Virginia Commonwealth University. I began my mental health career working as a case manager at an inpatient crisis stabilization unit and as a counselor at an inpatient men's substance use rehab. Since 2022 I've been in private practice seeing clients on an outpatient basis.

Credentials

BA
Bachelor of Arts in Biological Basis of Behavior from the University of Pennsylvania magna cum laude, with a minor in Hispanic Studies
MS
Master of Science in Mental Health and Rehabilitation Counseling magna cum laude from Virginia Commonwealth University
LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Colorado (LPC.0020345)
NCC
Nationally Certified Counselor from the National Board for Certified Counselors (#1730693)
C-DBT
Certified in Dialectical Behavior Therapy from Evergreen Certifications (#517933)

A Bit About Me

I grew up in northeast Ohio with three brothers and am proud to be part of an immigrant family. My dad immigrated from Argentina and my maternal grandparents were both immigrants from Slovenia. I speak fluent (but non-native) Spanish. I moved to Denver in 2021 after spending time in Philly and Charlottesville. When I'm not in the armchair, you'll find me catching as much live music as I can.

Out of Scope (What I Can't Do)

I am licensed to provide professional counseling services and am a Master's level clinician, which means I can screen, diagnose, and provide talk-therapy services for mental and behavioral health concerns. I cannot provide medication management, write prescriptions, or perform full psychological testing (such as for autism diagnosis or disability accommodations at schools).

Additionally, I lack experience working with eating disorders and am not the best fit for clients looking for help with any sort of disordered eating. Similarly, I don't have experience or training with play therapy, and so I do not see young children/preteens. I also have limited experience working with psychosis, so normally do not see clients where this is their primary concern. Otherwise, I'm experienced with a wide variety of presenting problems. If you have questions about my experience with specific topics, please ask!

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