Therapist in Denver, Colorado Kristin Dell'Orso, Therapist

Kristin Dell’Orso, LCSW, is a compassionate and experienced therapist who helps individuals across Colorado navigate life’s most complex emotional and psychological challenges. At LifeStance Health, she provides individual and group therapy to teens, adults, and older adults, fostering a safe and affirming space for personal growth and healing. Kristin brings deep clinical knowledge paired with a person-centered approach, supporting clients through transitions, trauma recovery, and mental health conditions with care and authenticity. With specialized expertise in trauma, gender identity, and neurodivergent experiences, Kristin is especially passionate about working with individuals who often feel misunderstood or marginalized. She supports clients exploring identity, managing PTSD, or processing grief, helping them reclaim their sense of agency. Her approach integrates evidence-based treatments such as EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), while incorporating mindfulness and parenting skills when appropriate. Whether navigating anxiety, depression, or midlife transitions, Kristin offers tailored care grounded in empathy and clinical excellence. Kristin works extensively with LGBTQIA+ individuals, those with developmental disabilities or on the autism spectrum, and people with lived experience in adoption or foster care. She values neurodiversity and is committed to providing inclusive therapy that affirms every client’s identity and experience. Her work is informed by a strong dedication to social justice and human rights, themes that guide her therapeutic relationships. Outside of her clinical work, Kristin finds joy in animals, reading, art, and movies. She’s an avid sneaker collector and an advocate for equity in all aspects of life. Her commitment to inclusivity and personal expression shines through in both her professional and personal life.