Alpine Behavior Therapy Clinic

Lisa Kurth, PhD., L.P.C. holds a Doctorate of Philosophy in Psychology (PhD) with emphasis in Health Psychology/Behavioral Medicine from Northcentral University. She earned her Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology from California Lutheran University, and her undergraduate degree from the University of Colorado, Boulder. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Colorado and a well experienced Psychotherapist and hypnotherapist.

Dr. Kurth is an Affiliate/Associate Faculty in the Department of Psychology at Colorado State University. Her collaboration with CSU is geared toward the pursuit of grant-funded research designed to replicate her initial findings (Kurth & Haussmann, 2008) in perinatal bio-markers for ADHD. Specifically, Dr. Kurth’s work in this area has focused on examining the relationship between maternal obstetric Pitocin induction and subsequent development of ADHD in children.

Dr. Kurth formerly served as a team clinical researcher at UCLA’s Neuropsychiatric Institute in Los Angeles, CA. in the study of behavior therapy and pharmacotherapy in treatment refractory schizophrenics. She also spearheaded innovative clinical research in Ventura County’s pilot program in treating emotionally disturbed, juvenile offenders. Dr. Kurth has worked in several private and governmental settings as a psychotherapist, case manager and group facilitator.

Dr. Kurth has authored and co-authored numerous clinical publications. Recent topics include: The correlation between obstetric Pitocin induction and ADHD; Alternative therapies in women’s gynecological health issues; Treatment and reduction of recidivism in emotionally disturbed juvenile offenders; Behavioral and pharmacological approaches to treatment refractory schizophrenics. See her vita for a detailed list of publications and research.

Dr. Kurth has been in private practice as a psychotherapist since 1988 in several locations in Southern California and in the North Atlanta area. She founded the Atlanta Behavior Therapy Clinic in Roswell, Georgia, in 1991, where she served as Clinical Director for 14 years. In 2003, Dr. Kurth founded and established the Alpine Behavior Therapy Clinic in Fort Collins, Colorado, where she now serves as Clinical Director and principal clinical researcher.

The Alpine Behavior Therapy Clinic specializes in the assessment/treatment of children, teens, adults, couples and families. Clinical specialty areas include the evaluation and treatment of children and adults with ADD & AD/HD, LD, behavioral and academic challenges. The clinic also treats a spectrum of mood and anxiety disorders, Asperger’s Syndrome, OCD and unwanted habits. As a parent of three children, Dr. Kurth has considerable experience working with young children, teens, young adults and families. She provides parent coaching and skill training, using a practical, solution-based approach to enhancing socials skills and behavioral/academic skills. Her goal is to promote a clearer understanding of an individual and/or student’s profile and to maximize his /her academic and overall success. She facilitates student 504 & IEP school liaison services in this effort.

Dr. Kurth also provides psychoeducation and coping strategies for persons with chronic physical illnesses, with particular specialty in female infertility and related gynecological disorders. Her therapeutic approach includes cognitive-behavioral, strength-based counseling and guided imagery to promote and enhance physical well-being. Hypnotherapy and visualization are also integrated to improve focus, concentration and skills, relieve unwanted habits, and maximize success in life circumstances, such as in relationships, personal and academic careers, spiritual and physical health and emotional well-being.

Dr. Kurth facilitates individually tailored, therapeutic weekend courses, using metaphors and principles of nature to enhance awareness, promote personal growth, maximize goals and catapult personal progress toward attaining genuine life satisfaction. (See Creating The Shift Weekend Seminars). These seminars are available upon request for individuals or groups.

In addition to her work as a psychotherapist, Dr. Kurth is an accomplished artist in watercolor and batik, and a published writer and poet. She sings soprano in choir and is an avid floral gardener. She considers herself a naturalist and enjoys exploring the wilderness, which inspires her creative writing. Originally raised in Central Louisiana, she is of Choctaw Native American heritage; these core principles underlie her integrated approach to psychotherapy. Although her southern roots are solid, she considers the Rocky Mountains of Colorado as her true home.