Gina Carlson, PsyD

Sr. Instructor, Psychiatry-Adult Psychiatry

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Graduate School
  • PsyD, University of Denver (2011)
Undergraduate School
  • BA/BS, University of Georgia (1996)
  • BSN, Regis University (CO) (2002)
Languages
English
Department
Psychiatry-Adult Psychiatry

Professional Titles

  • Senior Instructor, Johnson Depression Center

Professional Memberships

  • American Psychoanalytic Association, Member

Practice Locations

CU Anschutz Helen and Arthur E Johnson Depression Center
1890 N Revere Ct
Anschutz Health Sciences Bldg, Suite 5240
Aurora, CO 80045
303-724-3300

Hospital Affiliation
  • University of Colorado Hospital

Specialty Information

Specialties
  • Psychology
  • Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Certificate (2022)
Conditions & Treatments
  • Mental Health and Behavior - Anxiety
  • Mental Health and Behavior
  • Mental Health and Behavior - Bereavement
  • Mental Health and Behavior - Depression
  • Mental Health and Behavior - Stress
  • Mental Health and Behavior - Panic Disorder
  • Mental Health and Behavior - Anxiety / Worry / Panic Attacks
  • Mental Health and Behavior - Caregiver stress
  • Mental Health and Behavior - Grief and loss
  • Mental Health and Behavior - LGBTQ+ related issues
  • Mental Health and Behavior - Mood and Anxiety
  • Mental Health and Behavior - Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
  • Mental Health and Behavior - Relationship problems
  • Mental Health and Behavior - Trauma / PTSD
Clinical Interests
My clinical interests include providing psychodynamic psychotherapy for adults experiencing depression, anxiety, adjustment/life transitions, family of origin issues, and relationship issues. I am a third-year candidate in the Adult Psychoanalytic Program at the Denver Institute for Psychoanalysis

Care Philosophy
My care philosophy is based on the belief that our past experiences and unconscious patterns actively shape our present lives. I view therapy as a collaborative process where we look beyond surface-level symptoms to discover their underlying meanings to address problems in daily living. Together, we will create a safe, non-judgmental space to understand your relational history, experience emotions, and bring unconscious habits to light. True healing is not just about managing symptoms, but about developing the self-awareness needed to create a more authentic, fulfilling life.