Meet Your Therapist, Dennis Adams
MA, LPC (he, him, his)
My Therapeutic Approach and Philosophy
I’m Dennis, the owner and therapist at Solar Barge Psychotherapy. I’ve been on my path of helping myself and others heal for over a decade, grounded in a deep practice of philosophical and spiritual living.
My therapeutic approach is rooted in a holistic integration of psychodynamic, existential, and somatic modalities, designed to address the unique needs of each of my clients. By focusing on the intersection of mind and body, I help clients navigate complex emotional landscapes, fostering a safe environment where deep-seated patterns can be explored and transformed.
Whether through nature-based sessions in the Boulder and Westminster areas or specialized psychedelic-assisted therapy in Arvada, my goal is to facilitate lasting change. I prioritize the therapeutic relationship as a primary vehicle for healing, ensuring that my every client feels seen, supported, and empowered throughout their personal growth journey.
I utilize various forms of therapy depending on what your needs are, including: nature-assisted, Gestalt, IFS (Internal Family Systems), and somatic psychotherapy.
I was always an inquisitive child, which led me to finding psychology and philosophy at a young age and eventually to getting my BA in Psychology and Philosophy from Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. After getting my undergraduate degree, I found my love for the outdoors while visiting Colorado and decided to make the move West to work for the Mental Health Center of Denver and to begin my graduate career at University of Colorado Denver, graduating with an MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
During my time at UC Denver, I had the opportunity to work with the Multidiscplinary Association of Psychedelic Studies (MAPS) on their Phase 2/3 studies on the efficacy of MDMA-assisted psychotherapy for PTSD and to participate in the Horizons: Perspectives on Psychedelics conference in New York.
Since then, I’ve continued my studies in somatic and psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy by completing an 8-week intensive training with Innate Path receiving my certification in Psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy.
In my free time, I enjoy exploring the outdoors, dancing to anything from bluegrass to electronic music, playing video games, and spending quality time with my wife and best cat buddy Dexter.
Completed Trainings
Somatic Psychotherapy
Gestalt Psychotherapy
Existential Psychotherapy
Dialectical Behavior Therapy
Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapy
Internal Family Systems
Clinical Rock Climbing Training
Exposure and Response Prevention
Horizons: Perspectives on Psychedelics
Narrative Therapy Practice
Analytic Psychology
Psychedelic Support and Integration
What clients are saying
“I was scared and not sure I was ready to confront what I had been hiding for yeasr, but I knew I needed help. I was paired with Dennis, I had never seen a male therapist and was hesitant. But being uncomfortable is part of growth, so I started with him. I am so happy I did! I worked with Dennis from 8 months, and the change in myself is immense. He helped me find the tools I was searching for to live my life in a healthy way.
— Virtual talk therapy client
“I was a little scared to start psychedelic therapy, but I always felt comforted by Dennis’ attention, care, and knowledge of the work. After trying multiple therapists over years, I finally feel like I was able to make some change. This work allowed me to explore deep-seated emotions with newfound insight, clarity, and courage.”
— Psychedelic-assisted therapy client
What kept you coming back to therapy?
“My therapist, Dennis. I’ve never felt like I connected with a therapist before, and thought that therapy just wasn’t for me. Dennis helped changed that view. No matter how stressed or overwhelmed I was feeling, he always created a comfortable space for me to relax and talk through my stressors. He was nonjudgmental and made me feel safe to share what was truly on my mind.”
— In-person talk therapy client
Endorsements from colleagues
“I had the pleasure of working and learning alongside Dennis over the past year. Dennis displays a sense of warmth, knowledge, and care with clients, which is a beautiful extension of who he is as a person.”
— Nicole Jefferson (MA, LPCC, NCC)
“Dennis values creating deep and meaningful connections, taking care to make sure his clients feel safe and seen. Dennis is a trusted colleague who I would without a doubt recommend to anyone seeking meaningful connection.”