Mary Simon, Psy.D.

Colorado Licensed Psychologist
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I believe that, although we usually don't have a choice about whether pain comes into our lives and our relationships, we do have the ability to choose whether it becomes "stuck pain" or "growing pain." For over 30 years, I have been helping clients learn how to use the pain that comes into their lives to grow into happier, more mature, more alive human beings. From this place they can also create healthier, more deeply loving relationships.

As the granddaughter of a suffragette, I have always been interested in women's wisdom and women's needs. Especially in the last ten years, I have been focusing on understanding the differential issues women and men face in relationships and how to help them meet these challenges. I have written several articles on these topics. (Click here to see our collection of articles).

Let me help you start on your journey of growth by emailing me at mary@relationshipresourcecenter.com or calling me at
303-321-1108, ext. 2.

My Training and Experience

I received my Master's Degree in Counseling from Arizona State University in 1971. I subsequently worked as a therapist with adults, children and families for the Northwest Denver Community Mental Center for ten years. In 1981, I entered full-time private practice. I received my Doctorate in Professional Psychology (Psy.D.) in 1984 from the University of Denver.

In addition to my academic training, I have received extensive training in Transactional Analysis/Corrective Parenting and am certified as an Advanced Clinician and as a Workshop Presenter in Imago Relationship Therapy for couples and singles. I have also completed an intensive training program in Relational Empowerment Therapy with Terrence Real, LCSW.

EDUCATION

Psy.D., 1984 University of Denver
School of Professional Psychology

M.A., 1971 Arizona State University
Major: Education/Counseling

B.A., 1965 Regis College -- Denver, CO
Major: Education

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

1985 - present Principal and Seminar Leader, Relationship Resource Center
Preparation and presentation of seminars for couples, women, parents and caregiving professionals. Certified Workshop Presenter for the Getting the Love You Want workshop for couples.

1980 - present Private Practice of Psychotherapy
Couple, individual, and group therapy. Special focus on relationship issues, gender issues, and developing a healthy relationship with oneself. Treatment and education around couples' conflicts, developing healthy relationships, divorce adjustment, parenting, family and stepfamily issues.
* Certified as an Advanced Clinician in Imago Relationship Therapy for couples and singles.

1978 - 1981 Child and Family Specialist, Capitol Hill Counseling Services, Denver Health and Hospitals
Parent counseling, family, individual and group therapy with children and adults; consultation to schools and agencies.

1976 -1977 Program Coordinator and Therapist, Day Treatment Program, Denver Health and Hospital
Program planning and treatment for severely disturbed adults.

1972 -1976 Child and Family Specialist, Gilpin House Mental Health Clinic, Denver Health and Hospitals
Individual, group and family therapy with children and adults; parent counseling; consultation to schools and agencies.