Business Details
27 Years
experience
Licensed Clinical Psychologist in Lakewood, CO
With over three decades of dedicated practice, Shelley Bresnick Psyd, has established herself as a trusted clinical psychologist committed to fostering personal growth and relational healing. Specializing in trauma recovery, family systems dynamics, and co-parenting support, Dr. Bresnick employs evidence-based modalities such as Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to address complex emotional challenges. Her collaborative approach prioritizes client autonomy, integrating individualized treatment plans that emphasize resilience, self-awareness, and sustainable behavioral change. Holding a doctorate from the University of Denver and extensive postgraduate training, she combines academic rigor with compassionate care to serve clients across the lifespan.Dr. Bresnicks expertise extends to high-conflict divorce mediation and parenting coordination, informed by her leadership roles in professional organizations like the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts. As a PSYPACT-certified provider, she offers continuity of care across state lines, ensuring accessible mental health support for mobile clients. Her practice reflects a deep commitment to ethical standards, ongoing professional development, and client-centered outcomes that align with Googles E-E-A-T principles.
Services
Family Therapy
Individual Therapy
Co-Parenting Coaching
Parent Coaching
Parenting Plan Consultation
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of clinical psychology expertise in trauma and family systems.
- Our team utilizes evidence-based modalities like EMDR and Internal Family Systems Therapy.
- We provide PSYPACT-certified cross-state telehealth services for continuity of care.
- Our practice integrates 27 years of psychological assessment and parenting coordination experience.
- We co-founded the Co-Parenting with Respect program for high-conflict divorce resolution.
Associations and certifications
- PSYPACT
Services
Family Therapy
Specialized treatment addressing relationship dynamics in intact or divorcing families using Family Systems Theory. Focuses on improving parent-child connections, resolving intergenerational patterns, and navigating post-divorce adjustments through structured therapeutic interventions.
Individual Therapy
Tailored mental health support for adults addressing trauma, anxiety, and dysfunctional behavioral patterns. Integrates EMDR, IFS, and CBT techniques to enhance emotional regulation and foster personal growth through evidence-based therapeutic frameworks.
Co-Parenting Coaching
Guided support for separated parents developing collaborative child-rearing strategies. Combines conflict resolution training with practical communication tools to create child-centered parenting plans and reduce post-divorce tensions.
Parent Coaching
Targeted assistance for parents navigating child development challenges and behavioral issues. Applies attachment theory principles to improve disciplinary strategies and strengthen parent-child relationships through empathetic communication.
Parenting Plan Consultation
Neutral consultation service helping parents create or modify custody arrangements. Focuses on children's developmental needs while balancing parental perspectives to establish practical, sustainable co-parenting frameworks.
People
Shelley Bresnick
Clinical Psychologist
Licensed psychologist with 30 years of experience in trauma therapy, family systems, and divorce mediation. Holds doctorate from University of Denver and specialized training in EMDR, IFS, and attachment theory.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches do you specialize in?
I specialize in Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Family Systems approaches for trauma recovery and relational healing.
Do you offer telehealth services across state lines?
Yes, as a PSYPACT-certified provider, I offer telehealth therapy in all participating PSYPACT states for uninterrupted care.
What divorce-related services do you provide?
I offer family therapy, co-parenting coaching, parenting plan consultations, and the Co-Parenting with Respect program for high-conflict divorces.
How long does individual therapy typically last?
Treatment duration varies by client needs, with short-term solutions for specific issues and longer-term therapy for complex trauma or systemic patterns.
Can you help with child custody evaluations?
While I don't conduct custody evaluations, I provide parenting plan consultations and co-parenting support to help families create effective custody arrangements.
What ages do you work with in therapy?
I work with clients aged seven through adulthood, adapting therapeutic techniques to suit developmental stages and individual needs.
