Justin Jenkins, MA, LPCC

Mental Health Counselor

New clients for mental health counseling start with a free 20-minute phone consultation to discuss your needs and determine if our services are the right fit for you.

Justin holds a Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Naropa University, Boulder, CO. He values providing a stable, patient, compassionate source of support for clients to find their way - whether it be seeking meaning and satisfaction in life, more peace and connection in relationships, healing old wounds, working with chronic pain, reducing the power of difficult habits and behaviors, spirituality issues, or achieving specific goals.

Justin's relational therapy approach is present-centered, person-centered, and embodied, using a blend of talk therapy, cognitive therapy, mindfulness, and body-based somatic methods. To work on certain issues of trauma, emotional blockages, dilemmas, pain, or performance issues, he invites in the Brainspotting technique as an option. Brainspotting is a straightforward and powerful method that directly works with the deep brain and body using eye gaze and mindful feeling.  

He also teaches a somatic Tibetan yoga healing method called Kum Nye which helps with grounding, relaxation, emotional healing, and well-being. He has led workshops and courses on mindfulness and developing compassion in the US and Canada.

Originally from Virginia, Justin has lived out West for most of his adult life, with many years in Colorado, and enjoys being in nature, exercising, playing sports, doing yoga, and reading.

Colorado License #LPCC.0022286

Practicing under the Supervision of Shyamaa Creaven, PhD, LPC #5699

Education:

Master of Arts in Mindfulness-Based Transpersonal Counseling, Naropa University, Colorado (2024)

Master of Arts in Advanced Buddhist Studies, Maitripa College, Oregon (2009)

Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies, Naropa University, Colorado (2005)

Certifications & Trainings

Brainspotting Practitioner (Level 1), (2024)

Certified Kum Nye Tibetan Yoga Instructor, Nyingma Institute, California (2024)

Registered Teacher, Foundation for the Preservation of the Mahayana Tradition, Portland, Oregon (2018)

Certified Instructor for Universal Education Programs, Foundation for the Development of Compassion & Wisdom (2019)

What to Expect When Seeing Justin Jenkins for Mental Health Counseling at Allied Healthcare

Taking the first step toward improving your mental health is a courageous and empowering decision. At Allied Healthcare, Justin Jenkins offers more than just a listening ear—he provides actionable tools and a compassionate approach to help clients achieve meaningful, lasting change and foster self-healing. His expertise spans a range of areas, ensuring personalized care for every individual.

Here’s what you can expect when working with Justin:

1. A Complimentary Initial Meeting to Ensure the Right Fit

All new clients begin with a 20-minute phone or virtual consultation. This initial meeting gives you an opportunity to share your goals and challenges while learning about Justin’s approach. This ensures that he’s the right counselor for your needs. If it’s a good fit, you’ll schedule additional appointments to begin your journey toward healing and growth.

2. Areas of Focus

Justin works with clients across a broad spectrum of mental health and personal growth challenges, offering deep expertise in:

  • Anxiety & Depression: Developing tools to manage emotions and foster resilience.
  • Body-Centered Trauma Work: Releasing trauma stored in the body through specialized techniques like brainspotting.
  • Addiction Work: Addressing substance use and behavioral dependencies with a supportive, nonjudgmental approach.
  • Spirituality & Spiritual Crisis: Helping clients explore spiritual questions and challenges.
  • Religious Trauma: Healing from harmful or oppressive religious experiences.
  • Buddhist-Based Psychotherapy: Incorporating mindfulness, compassion, and Buddhist principles into therapy.
  • Eating Disorders & Food-Related Challenges: Building a healthier relationship with food and body image.
  • Living Intentionally/Values-Based Lifestyle: Aligning actions with personal values for a meaningful life.
  • Mindfulness & Meditation: Cultivating presence, reducing stress, and enhancing awareness.
  • LGBTQ+ Issues: Providing affirming support for identity exploration and unique challenges.
  • Attachment Wounding & Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs): Healing relational trauma and fostering secure attachments.

3. A Safe and Empowering Space

Justin creates a supportive, judgment-free environment where you feel valued and respected. From your first full session, he fosters a space that encourages open communication and exploration of even the most difficult topics.

4. Practical Tools for Long-Term Change

Justin’s sessions go beyond discussing your challenges. He provides you with actionable tools to manage stress, improve relationships, and foster emotional resilience. By focusing on equipping you with strategies for long-term improvements, Justin helps you develop the skills needed to heal yourself and thrive independently.

5. Incorporating Brainspotting for Trauma and Emotional Healing

For clients dealing with unresolved trauma, emotional pain, or stress, Justin integrates brainspotting, a powerful therapeutic technique that works with the brain’s deeper processing centers. This method helps clients access and release stuck emotions, promoting deep, lasting healing from the root.

6. Evidence-Based and Holistic Techniques

Justin uses a blend of proven therapeutic approaches to ensure personalized care, including:

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Identifying and reframing unhelpful thoughts.
  • Mindfulness Practices: Enhancing awareness and managing stress.
  • Brainspotting: Addressing trauma and unlocking emotional blocks.
  • Solution-Focused Therapy: Building on strengths and creating actionable steps.
  • Buddhist-Based Psychotherapy: Infusing therapy with mindfulness and compassion.

7. Collaborative Goal Setting

Justin believes in the power of collaboration. Together, you’ll set clear, attainable goals that align with your values and priorities. Whether it’s overcoming anxiety, healing from trauma, or building confidence, every session is focused on empowering you to take actionable steps toward meaningful change.

8. A Focus on Self-Healing

Justin’s ultimate goal is to empower you to take control of your mental health. His approach emphasizes long-term growth, equipping you with the tools and confidence to navigate challenges and foster emotional resilience independently.

A Holistic Perspective on Mental Health

At Allied Healthcare, mental health counseling is integrated into a whole-person approach to well-being. Justin collaborates with other practitioners when needed to address all aspects of your health—physical, emotional, and spiritual.

Why Choose Justin Jenkins at Allied Healthcare?

Justin Jenkins is more than a counselor—he is a guide, teacher, and advocate for your mental well-being. With expertise in a wide range of areas and a focus on providing practical tools and fostering self-healing, Justin is committed to helping you achieve meaningful, lasting change.

Take the First Step Toward Empowerment

Your mental health journey begins with a single step. Schedule your complimentary 20-minute meeting with Justin Jenkins at Allied Healthcare today, and discover how his transformative approach can help you heal, grow, and live a life aligned with your values.

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