Kate Willecke, LCSW
Certified Synergetic Play Therapist and Certified EMDR Therapist

Helping young adults, teens, and children harness the power of authenticity to experience profound growth, integration of mind & body, and deeper connection to themselves and others

How We Can Help

EMDR

Struggling with symptoms of anxiety, depression and/or trauma? EMDR can provide quick relief — helping you leave difficult memories in the past.

Synergetic Play Therapy

Synergetic Play Therapy is a specialized, research-informed play therapy that highlights the therapeutic relationship, authenticity, and modeling ways to cope with big feelings. Using this model, your child will learn more about their emotional responses and find new, healthy ways to express their feelings.

Telehealth & In-Person

We provide both telehealth and in-person services as a way to conveniently access counseling services, based on feels best to you. In-person services are available for residents in Colorado. Telehealth services are available for residents in Colorado and Virginia.

“There is always hope, even when your brain tells you there isn’t.”

Who We Work With

Young Adults

  • Trauma

  • Relationships

  • Anxiety

  • Perfectionism

  • Life Transitions

Teens

  • Trauma

  • Anxiety

  • Depression

  • Identity & Self-Esteem Issues

Children (7+)

  • Anxiety

  • Understanding and Expressing Emotions

  • Trauma

  • Difficulty Making Friends

  • Coping with Big Feelings

We value pricing transparency. Private pay session fees are $140 (per 50 minute session). We accept United, Aetna, Cigna, and Kaiser.

Human First
Therapist Second

If you haven’t connected with a therapist yet…
If you’re feeling discouraged, helpless, or exhausted and aren’t sure where to turn to next…
If you’re ready to grow and understand yourself better…

I get it. Finding a therapist is hard. At Bright Connections Counseling, we believe that moving forward starts with pausing and exploring what’s here. We aim to create a space where you can show up as your full and genuine self, while we do the same. Here, all feelings are welcome.

Our goal is empower you to feel connected to your truest self, experience
lasting change, and bring more joy into your life.

Ready to start your journey?