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- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Parenting support
About Lois
CO Psychologist (PSY.0001809) with 23 years of experience, Dr. Lois Winchell helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, LGBTQ+ related issues, trauma and parenting challenges. She works with individuals to identify strengths and practical steps that reduce distress and improve daily functioning. Her style treats the client as the expert on their own life while offering guidance and structure where needed.
In sessions she focuses on clear goals and usable skills. She talks through coping strategies for anxiety and stress, plans for managing mood shifts, and ways to handle conflicts that affect relationships. When trauma or abuse is involved she helps people build safety and steady routines before addressing difficult memories.
Dr. Winchell pays attention to life transitions and caregiving strains. She helps parents manage parenting tasks and emotional load without assuming she knows their family better than they do. For people navigating identity and LGBT concerns she listens for what matters most and helps clarify next steps.
Her work draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide treatment choices. She emphasizes small, measurable changes and regular review of progress. Sessions aim to make daily life more manageable rather than rely on abstract concepts.
People coming from first responder backgrounds, adoption or blended-family situations, or who face co-occurring challenges such as addiction and mood disorders will find direct, practical focus. Dr. Winchell practices in Colorado and conducts sessions in English.
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How evidence-based approaches guide online work
Dr. Winchell uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on skills and structure. One common approach she uses emphasizes behavioral strategies to manage anxiety and mood swings, teaching concrete techniques such as activity scheduling, relaxation practices, and coping plans to reduce symptoms and improve daily routines.Another frequent emphasis is trauma-informed care, which begins by stabilizing symptoms and building routines before processing difficult memories. This approach helps people regain steady functioning and manage triggers in everyday life.
Choosing the right approach is collaborative. The therapist will review a client’s history, current needs, and preferences and then recommend methods to try. Progress is checked regularly and methods can be adjusted based on what works for the person.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a workday, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. They also let people continue care if relocating within Colorado, but check session options and scheduling details before you sign up.
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Areas of expertise
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Also works with
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Experience
23+ years
Listed in
Colorado
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, grief, relationship and intimacy-related problems, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and LGBTQ+ related concerns.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and focuses on practical skills and clear goals. The approach centers on client strengths and collaborative problem solving.
How much experience does this clinician have?
She has 23 years of professional work experience in mental health practice.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is a Colorado Psychologist, credential PSY.0001809, and practices in Colorado.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are offered?
Confirm current session options before booking because specific formats are not detailed in the biography.
How are costs and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.