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Thank you for your interest in Conifer Family Therapy.  I'd like to take this opportunity to tell you a little bit about myself and my view of the world.  First of all, what do all those letters mean at the end of my name!  I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and a level three Certified Addictions Counselor (CAC III).

I believe that every individual, couple and family has its own unique strengths that are sometimes hard to remember when feeling overwhelmed and alone.

Humor is a large part of who I am and how I interact with people.  That does not mean that every session is a laugh-fest!  Humor, like anything else, has its time and place. 
My name may seem familiar to you due to the fact that I worked in the office at Conifer High School from its opening in 1996 until 2005.  My family and I have lived in the Conifer/Evergreen area for the last 40+ years and my children attended all of the local schools.
 
I have worked with teenagers and their families for the last 20 years in many different capacities.  For 5 years I worked with teenagers and families struggling with multiple problems that resulted in their involvement with probation and/or social services.  I retired from this position in July of 2012 to focus on my private practice.
 
As a Level III Certified Addiction Counselor, I have worked in the substance abuse field for many years.  If you are struggling with issues involving drugs and/or alcohol and are looking for a change, contact me and we can explore options together.
   
Through my affiliation with the Denver Family Institute, I completed all of the hours and additional course work necessary to become a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.  Clients tell me that some of the things that they appreciate about me are my sense of humor, compassion and non-judgmental attitude.
  
I understand what a big step it can be to decide on a therapist, therefore, I offer an initial 30 minute session at no charge as an opportunity for us to decide if we are a good fit or to provide you with additional resources to access.
 
FEES and Insurance
 
My hourly fee is $170 and, although I do not take insurance I will be happy to provide whatever documentation is necessary for you to submit a claim to your insurance.  I accept credit cards, checks or Venmo. If you pay byVenmo or check, I offer a discounted fee of $160.  If my fee is a barrier to obtaining treatment, please let me know and I will gladly discuss other possible arrangements.
  
I enjoy working with families, couples and adolescents and use a strengths-based approach in my practice.

If you are interested in making an appointment, you can call or text me me at 303-990-2696 or email me at jpalan@coniferfamilytherapy.com.  I am a virtual only practice and offer appointments through Zoom.

 
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