Welcome!

I’m Kate, the founder of Bright Connections Counseling. I was born in Florida, but was raised in Colorado since age 2 (that makes me almost a native, right?). I have always been drawn to connecting with other humans and creating strong relationships. At a young age, I knew I wanted to be in a field focused on helping others. This wiring naturally led me to a career in counseling. I bring those same qualities of curiosity, empathy, and warmth to my clients. I strive to create a space where clients feel free to express their innermost thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment- a space where people can show up as their full, beautiful, messy, human, authentic selves- and where I can, too!

I am a wife and mama to two energetic little humans who fill my cup daily. When I’m not therapist-ing, I enjoy spending time with my family, hiking, yoga, painting, being in nature, playing board games, and having living room dance parties.

I firmly believe that relationship is the most important part of the therapy process. Sometimes it's not about 'doing', as much as being in relationship that promotes growth and healing. I prioritize building relationship and authentic connection to help you feel heard, felt, understood, and valued during our time together. I also use an integrated approach that is tailored to your specific treatment needs, which includes a balance of learning how to ‘be with’ the emotions/sensations you experience, teaching tangible coping strategies, and going deeper to healing the root of these difficult feelings.

If you are considering reaching out for my services, please know that I feel incredibly grateful to be a healing partner on your journey towards emotional wellbeing. It is truly the honor of a lifetime to be a therapist.