Marie-Kriz Whatley, LPC
LPC.0021197, CO

Marie-Kriz Whatley, LPC

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About Marie-Kriz

We all need a safe space to express ourselves, to be seen, heard, and validated without judgment. I am passionate about helping people feel emotionally safe. People come to therapy for different reasons, but I believe they need to be seen, heard, and not judged for how they feel or think. I am dedicated to providing my clients the freedom to be themselves and guiding them in discovering who they aspire to be. I equip my clients with the necessary skills and empower them to choose and explore what works best for their personal lives and personalities to achieve their distinct goals. I have experience with adolescents and adults who struggle with PTSD, anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma. I apply a mixture of person-centered, psychoeducation, CBT, DBT, strength-based, mindfulness, and psychodynamic therapy. My duty as a therapist is to help increase my clients' self-awareness, create healthier patterns, and gain healthy coping skills that they can utilize daily. I also use humor in sessions! As someone familiar with experiences of abuse, homelessness, depression, and anxiety, I believe that anyone's difficult past can help them discover a better version of themselves for a higher purpose. Things happen for a reason, and people have the power to choose how their life experiences shape their lives moving forward. It will be an honor to walk with you.

Mindfulness and accountability are the keys to unraveling the best version of self.

Education

Colorado Christian University
Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Graduated 2020

Associations

Colorado Counseling Association

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FAQs

FAQs about Marie-Kriz Whatley, LPC

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Refills of controlled substances will most often require a session with your provider.  You can continue to complete the request; however, after completing the request, you can proactively take the next step and book a follow-up session with your provider.  

Common controlled substances:

  • Adderall
  • Vyvanse
  • Methylphenidate
  • Lisdexamfetamine
  • Xanax
  • Klonopin
  • Alprazolam
  • Clonazepam
  • Ambien
  • Zolpidem

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  • Email - support@overcomewithus.com
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Prior authorization comes from your insurance to verify and/or modify the prescription request sent in by your provider.  The process to complete the prior authorization request can take 2-3 days.

Usually, your prescription is sent to the pharmacy by the end of your session or the end of the day.  Please wait for your pharmacy to contact you and let you know when your script is ready for pickup.

Medication is often prescribed for anxiety due to the fact that it works quickly to ease symptoms of distress or panic attacks in some cases. However, this should always be discussed with your doctor so they can provide guidance on what's right for you and the type of medication best suited for your needs.

Yes, it's essential to find a therapist with whom you feel comfortable and supported. If you find that the therapist you initially chose isn't the right fit, you can revisit your list of potential therapists and book another appointment!

Don't worry, you don't have to complete the Intake Packet paperwork again!

Your deductible will vary depending on your insurance plan.  If you have a copay plan, your deductible does not need to be met.  If you have a coinsurance plan, typically, your deductible will need to be met before insurance will share in the cost for therapy.

Most insurance plans will cover unlimited therapy sessions per year as long the sessions are medically necessary.

In most cases, a referral from your PCP is not required unless you are a Tricare Prime Active Duty Member.

In Network Counseling Services

Marie-Kriz Accepts the Following Insurances

We're thrilled to accept most major insurance plans, making it easier for you to focus on your well-being while we handle the paperwork.

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My therapist helped me so much, it’s almost bittersweet to have achieved all my goals, because now I don’t get to continue to see my therapist….
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Randal Thomas is an excellent counselor, I have grown tremendously with his help and guidance in the last 2 years. I have been in and out of therapy for 20+ years and by far Randal is the best therapist I've ever worked with. My only regret is that I did not find Randal sooner.