Therapy that feels
 authentic

Your mind is always moving, replaying, planning, worrying. Even when everything seems fine on the outside, it can feel like your thoughts are running the show.

In therapy with me, you’ll have a space to slow down, understand what’s driving your anxiety, and start feeling calm, clear, and confident.

Michaela Zoppa, Licensed Professional Counselor in Colorado Springs

Get To Know Me

I’m Michaela Zoppa, a Licensed Professional Counselor and EMDRIA Certified Therapist™ in Colorado. I work with women who are used to holding it all together, even when it feels like too much.

If you ever feel like you're the one keeping everything together on the outside while struggling inside, I understand how exhausting that can be. You keep showing up, taking care of what needs to be done, and carrying a lot more than others might realize. Here, you don't have to do that. Let’s make space for yourself, too.

I believe healing doesn’t come from just trying harder or being stronger. It happens through safety, connection, and being fully seen. I want to understand what life feels like for you, what keeps you stuck, and what you want to be different. Together, we’ll explore patterns that may have been with you for years and work toward a way of living that feels less driven by anxiety, self-criticism, and overwhelm.

As a Christian, my faith is an important part of my life and shapes the hope I bring to this work. I never impose my beliefs, but I understand how important it can be to have a therapist who “gets it” when it comes to your values and beliefs. If you’d like to incorporate your faith into therapy, I welcome that. If faith isn’t part of your story, I fully respect and honor your journey just as it is. My goal is to make sure our work reflects what matters to you.

Outside of therapy, you’ll likely find me:

  • Hiking, kayaking, or camping with my husband and our two dogs

  • Savoring a slow morning with coffee and a good book

  • Cooking something delicious

  • Enjoying a board game or puzzle

These are some of the little things that bring me joy. I grew up in Houston, spent some time in Illinois, and now I’m grateful to call Colorado home.

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Who I Help

You're often seen as strong, capable, and put-together, but inside, you feel overwhelmed, anxious, or unsure of yourself. You may be so focused on meeting expectations and taking care of others that you've lost touch with what you need. Even when you have a chance to rest, it's hard to quiet your mind and truly relax.

You overthink everything, fear making the wrong decision, or constantly brace for something to go wrong. Maybe you're still carrying the effects of childhood experiences, past relationships, or trauma that has left you feeling dismissed or not good enough. Burnout or a difficult relationship may have you wondering, “Is it always going to feel this way?”

It doesn’t have to. You can feel better, and I can help you get there.

Together, we’ll explore the beliefs and experiences that have shaped you and create space for something new: a life where you feel more grounded, more confident, and more like yourself again.

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How I Work

Therapy with me goes beyond talking about what's happening in your life or finding ways to manage your anxiety day to day. While it's important to have space to talk through what's hard, I also want to help you understand why you keep getting stuck in the same patterns and find ways to change them.

My approach is warm, collaborative, and depth-oriented. I'll help you look beneath the surface of your anxiety, self-doubt, and the pressure you put on yourself to explore the experiences and beliefs that may be shaping how you feel today. Using approaches like EMDR and IFS-informed therapy, we'll work together to process what's keeping you stuck and begin creating meaningful change. This isn't about simply understanding your patterns intellectually. It's about helping things begin to feel different, too.

The relationship we build is an important part of that process. I bring curiosity, compassion, and direction to our work together. You won't just be left to figure things out on your own or wonder what to talk about each week. I'll help guide our sessions, offer insights and perspectives, and work with you to figure out what needs focus and how we can move toward the changes you want to make.

My Credentials

    • Licensed Professional Counselor in Colorado (LPC.0022475)

    • EMDR International Association (EMDRIA) Certified Therapist™

    • EMDR International Association (EMDRIA) Approved Consultant-in-Training™

    • Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Wheaton College (IL)

    • Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Wheaton College (IL)

    • EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing), EMDRIA-Approved Training

    • Internal Family Systems (IFS), IFS Institute Circles Program

    • IFS-Informed EMDR, Syzygy Institute Step 2

    • Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)

    • Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)

    • EMDR International Association (EMDRIA) Certified Therapist™ and Consultant-in-Training

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Why “Spruce View Therapy”?

The name Spruce View Therapy reflects my belief in resilience, growth, and hope. Spruce trees are evergreens - strong, grounded, and able to withstand harsh conditions. The word “View” represents perspective: the ability to step back, reflect, and see your life with greater clarity and compassion. Together, Spruce View represents a space where healing begins, strength returns, and new perspective grows - rooted in resilience and renewed with hope.

My Specialties

Let’s connect!

You don't have to keep figuring everything out on your own. If you're looking for a therapist who will help you understand what's keeping you stuck and work with you toward meaningful change, I'd love to connect.

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