FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Abuse counseling is a specialized therapy designed to help individuals who have experienced emotional, physical, sexual, or other forms of abuse. It provides a safe space to process trauma, develop coping strategies, and work towards healing.

Yes, with a few legal limits your counselor will explain at the start. What you share stays private, including details about the abuse and the person who hurt you. Counselors must act if there is a serious risk that you or someone else will be harmed, or if a child or vulnerable adult is currently being abused. Because Foundations is private pay, nothing goes to an insurance company unless you ask.

No, abuse counseling can benefit individuals who have experienced abuse at any point in their lives, whether recent or in the distant past.

There is no set timeline. Some survivors come for a few months to manage anxiety, sleep or a specific situation, such as leaving a relationship or dealing with an abusive family member. Healing from long term or childhood abuse often takes longer, because trust and safety need time to build. You and your counselor set goals together and review them as you go, at a pace that feels safe.

Yes. You do not have to leave first. Your counselor will help you think through safety, plan for hard moments and make decisions at your own pace, without pressure. If you are in danger, call 911. For confidential support any time, call or text 988 or call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233. For online sessions, choose a private space and a device the other person cannot check.

No. You decide what to share and when. Many people start with how the abuse affects them now, such as anxiety, trouble trusting others or second guessing themselves, rather than the events themselves. Your counselor will check in often, slow down when something feels like too much, and help you build calming skills before going into painful memories. You stay in control of the pace.

Yes. Foundations offers early morning, daytime, evening and Saturday appointments, and online sessions can add flexibility. Call 970.227.2770 or book online, tell us what times work for you, and we will match you with a counselor whose schedule fits.

There is no charge for any session cancelled at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled appointment time.

No. Foundations is private pay and does not bill insurance companies. If your plan has out of network benefits, we can give you documentation to submit for possible reimbursement, so check with your plan first. Paying privately keeps your counseling out of insurance records, avoids a required diagnosis, and lets you choose your counselor and how long your sessions last.

At Foundations, each counseling or therapy session is $200. Your first consultation is always free, and you are able to meet with as many counselors as you need until you find the perfect match.

Behavioral therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and family therapy are commonly used. For children, parent training in behavior management techniques is also practical.

While diet and exercise are not treatments for ADD/ADHD per se, a healthy lifestyle can help improve overall well-being and enhance the effectiveness of other therapies.

The frequency of sessions can vary based on individual needs and the specific treatment plan. It may range from once a week to less frequently as progress is made.

It depends on your goals. ADHD is usually lifelong, so therapy focuses on building skills and habits that keep working after sessions end. Some people come for a few months to set up routines for school, work or home, while others continue longer to work on emotions, relationships or self esteem. Your counselor will review progress with you and adjust as you go.

Many people manage ADHD with therapy, skills practice and structure, and some also use medication. Whether medication fits you is a question for your physician or a psychiatrist. Foundations counselors provide talk therapy only and do not advise on medication. Counseling can help with organization, time management, focus and the frustration or low self esteem that often come with ADHD, with or without medication.

Therapy can help individuals develop coping strategies, improve organizational skills, reduce impulsive behavior, and address any co-occurring emotional issues such as low self-esteem or anxiety.

Yes, therapy can be tailored to individuals of any age, from children to adults. The approaches and techniques may vary based on age and specific needs.

No. You can start counseling based on what you notice, such as trouble focusing, missed deadlines or feeling scattered. Your counselor can help you work on those challenges right away. If you want a formal evaluation or are considering medication, talk with your physician or a psychiatrist, since Foundations provides talk therapy only. Counseling can continue alongside that process.

Yes. Foundations offers early morning, daytime, evening and Saturday appointments, and online sessions can add flexibility. Call 970.227.2770 or book online, tell us what times work for you, and we will match you with a counselor whose schedule fits.

There is no charge for any session cancelled at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled appointment time.

No. Foundations is private pay and does not bill insurance companies. If your plan has out of network benefits, we can give you documentation to submit for possible reimbursement, so check with your plan first. Paying privately keeps your counseling out of insurance records, avoids a required diagnosis, and lets you choose your counselor and how long your sessions last.

At Foundations, each counseling or therapy session is $200. Your first consultation is always free, and you are able to meet with as many counselors as you need until you find the perfect match.

Family involvement is often encouraged, especially for children and teenagers. It can provide additional support and help family members understand how to communicate and work together effectively.

You can still benefit from individual counseling to process your feelings and learn coping strategies. It's also possible that your partner may decide to join the counseling process later on.

As soon as you can, even if only one of you is ready. The first weeks after discovering an affair are often the most raw, and early support can keep painful conversations from spiraling. At Foundations, a first appointment is usually available within 48 hours, and you can begin individually or as a couple. Starting does not mean you have already decided whether to stay together.

Yes. What you share stays private, with legal exceptions such as a serious risk of harm to yourself or others. In couples work, ask your counselor at the start how they handle something one partner shares privately, since many counselors will not hold secrets that affect the relationship. Knowing the ground rules up front helps both of you speak honestly.

Yes. If you decide to separate, counseling can help you grieve, lower conflict and make decisions with a clearer head, especially when children are involved. Some couples use joint sessions to end the relationship more respectfully, and many people continue individually to rebuild confidence and trust for future relationships. Our divorce recovery therapy page explains more about support after a breakup or divorce.

Counselors often provide exercises or activities to practice communication, trust-building, and emotional expression outside of sessions. These are designed to reinforce what is learned in therapy.

Affair recovery counseling can help you understand the underlying reasons for the affair, address feelings of guilt or shame, and learn how to communicate these feelings to your partner constructively. It's a critical step in the healing process for both individuals and the relationship.

It varies. Some couples feel steadier within a few months of weekly sessions, while others need longer, especially after a long affair or repeated betrayal. Healing tends to come in waves rather than a straight line. Your counselor will review progress with you regularly so you can decide together how often to meet and when you are ready to taper off.

Not all at once, and not without support. The hurt partner often needs honest answers to rebuild trust, but a flood of graphic detail can deepen the pain. Your counselor helps you agree on what gets discussed, when, and how, so questions are answered truthfully in session instead of in late night arguments at home.

Foundations Counseling offers affair recovery therapy at two Fort Collins offices, on Horsetooth Road and near Harmony Road, plus offices in Loveland and Windsor. Online sessions are available anywhere in Colorado. Reach out and we will match you with a counselor experienced with infidelity; your first meeting with that counselor is a free consultation. First appointments are usually available within 48 hours.

Yes. An emotional affair, a secret online relationship or hidden messaging can break trust as deeply as a physical affair. Affair recovery therapy at Foundations works the same way: steadying the crisis, making room for the hurt, taking responsibility and rebuilding trust. You do not need to agree on what to call it before you start.

Yes, if you want it to. Foundations offers Christian counseling for clients who want faith integrated care, so forgiveness, commitment and your shared values can be part of the conversation. Faith is never required or assumed. Mention it when you reach out and we will match you with a counselor who fits what you are looking for.

Yes. Foundations offers early morning, daytime, evening and Saturday appointments, and online sessions can add flexibility. Call 970.227.2770 or book online, tell us what times work for you, and we will match you with a counselor whose schedule fits.

There is no charge for any session cancelled at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled appointment time.

No. Foundations is private pay and does not bill insurance companies. If your plan has out of network benefits, we can give you documentation to submit for possible reimbursement, so check with your plan first. Paying privately keeps your counseling out of insurance records, avoids a required diagnosis, and lets you choose your counselor and how long your sessions last.

At Foundations, each counseling or therapy session is $200. Your first consultation is always free, and you are able to meet with as many counselors as you need until you find the perfect match.

Often, yes. Many young people find it easier to talk with a calm animal nearby, and an animal can give a nervous child something to focus on. Parents should mention allergies, fears or past experiences with animals when they reach out. If an animal is not available or not a good fit, Foundations offers child and teen counseling without one.

Please ask before bringing a pet. Therapy animals are prepared for the counseling setting, and office policies apply to other animals for the comfort and safety of everyone in the building. If your own pet is a big source of comfort, your counselor can talk with you about that bond and how it supports your wellbeing.

Not necessarily. Whether an animal joins a session depends on your goals, your comfort that day, the animal's wellbeing and availability. Some people want the animal present at first and less often later; others prefer it only now and then. You can always ask for a session without the animal, and the counseling continues the same way.

Dogs are the most common therapy animals, and other programs elsewhere work with horses, cats or small animals. At Foundations, animal assisted work is limited, so ask when you reach out what is currently available. Whatever the species, a therapy animal should be calm, well suited to the setting, and included only when it fits your goals and comfort.

Yes. Foundations offers early morning, daytime, evening and Saturday appointments, and online sessions can add flexibility. Call 970.227.2770 or book online, tell us what times work for you, and we will match you with a counselor whose schedule fits.

There is no charge for any session cancelled at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled appointment time.

No. Foundations is private pay and does not bill insurance companies. If your plan has out of network benefits, we can give you documentation to submit for possible reimbursement, so check with your plan first. Paying privately keeps your counseling out of insurance records, avoids a required diagnosis, and lets you choose your counselor and how long your sessions last.

At Foundations, each counseling or therapy session is $200. Your first consultation is always free, and you are able to meet with as many counselors as you need until you find the perfect match.

Art therapy is counseling that uses drawing, painting, collage or other simple art making alongside conversation. Instead of relying only on words, you create something and then talk with your counselor about what it brings up. The art becomes another way to notice feelings, memories and patterns that are hard to put into language, which makes it useful for stress, grief, anxiety and big life changes.

The duration of therapy varies for everyone. Some people find relief in 8-10 sessions, while others benefit from longer-term treatment. It depends on individual goals and progress. According to the American Psychological Association 50% of people in therapy feel a sense of recovery and healing after 15-20 sessions.

No. Art therapy is about the process, not the product, and no skill or experience is needed. Stick figures, scribbles and colors chosen for how they feel all work. Your counselor will never grade or critique what you make. Many people who say they cannot draw find it freeing, because there is no right way to do it and the focus stays on what the work means to you.

Art therapy can help you notice and express feelings that are hard to say out loud, lower stress, and see your patterns more clearly. Making something gives your hands a task while your mind slows down, and talking about it afterward often brings new insight. People use it for anxiety, grief, low mood, self esteem, life transitions and painful experiences, often alongside more traditional talk therapy.

Yes. Children and teens often find it easier to draw or build something than to explain how they feel, so art gives them a natural way into counseling. A counselor can use what a child makes to start gentle conversations and to teach coping skills. Age ranges differ by counselor, so tell us your child's age and needs when you reach out. Our child and teen counseling page has more detail.

Usually, yes, but you set the pace. Your counselor may ask what you notice in your work, what you felt while making it, or what it reminds you of. They will not tell you what your art means or analyze it for hidden messages. Some sessions focus more on making than talking, and you can always say you are not ready to discuss a piece yet.

Traditional counseling relies mostly on conversation. Art therapy adds a hands on step: you make something, then talk about it with your counselor. That can help when words feel stuck, when emotions are hard to name, or when talking directly about something feels like too much. Many counselors blend the two, using art in some sessions and plain conversation in others, depending on your goals.

It can be a helpful part of trauma care. Making art lets you express and contain difficult experiences without describing every detail out loud, and it can help with grounding when memories feel overwhelming. Art therapy is usually most helpful alongside other trauma informed counseling, not as a stand alone fix. If trauma is your main concern, our trauma therapy page explains more about that work.

Yes. What you make in session is treated like anything else you share in counseling: it stays confidential, with the usual legal exceptions such as a serious risk of harm. You can talk with your counselor about whether to take a piece home, leave it at the office, or discard it. If privacy at home is a concern, mention it and you can plan together where your art goes.

Yes. Foundations offers early morning, daytime, evening and Saturday appointments, and online sessions can add flexibility. Call 970.227.2770 or book online, tell us what times work for you, and we will match you with a counselor whose schedule fits.

There is no charge for any session cancelled at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled appointment time.

No. Foundations is private pay and does not bill insurance companies. If your plan has out of network benefits, we can give you documentation to submit for possible reimbursement, so check with your plan first. Paying privately keeps your counseling out of insurance records, avoids a required diagnosis, and lets you choose your counselor and how long your sessions last.

At Foundations, each counseling or therapy session is $200. Your first consultation is always free, and you are able to meet with as many counselors as you need until you find the perfect match.

Autistic burnout is a term many autistic adults use for deep exhaustion after a long stretch of masking, sensory overload or constant change. People describe losing skills they usually have and needing much more rest. Counseling can help you notice early signs, reduce demands where possible, and plan recovery time. If exhaustion comes with thoughts of suicide, call or text 988.

Yes. Many adults reach out because they recognize themselves in autism descriptions and want to understand their history, relationships or burnout. A counselor can explore that with you and help with the stress you are carrying now. Counseling is not a diagnostic evaluation, so if you want a formal assessment, ask your physician for a referral to a provider who does adult evaluations.

No. The goal is not to train anyone to look neurotypical. Counseling at Foundations focuses on what you want to change, such as anxiety, conflict at home, or feeling drained after work, and respects stims, special interests and different ways of communicating. You set the goals, and your counselor helps you reach them in a way that feels sustainable.

Start by asking what feels hard about it. Some teens dislike talking face to face, new places, or feeling like something is wrong with them. Online sessions, a clear agenda, or starting with a topic they care about can help. Parents can also begin counseling on their own to get support and ideas while the door stays open for their teen.

Yes. Foundations offers secure online sessions anywhere in Colorado, which many autistic clients prefer because home avoids bright lights, waiting rooms and travel. You can talk with your counselor about what makes video easier for you, such as planned breaks or sending notes ahead. In person sessions are available in Fort Collins, Loveland and Windsor if you prefer meeting face to face.

Yes. Foundations offers early morning, daytime, evening and Saturday appointments, and online sessions can add flexibility. Call 970.227.2770 or book online, tell us what times work for you, and we will match you with a counselor whose schedule fits.

There is no charge for any session cancelled at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled appointment time.

No. Foundations is private pay and does not bill insurance companies. If your plan has out of network benefits, we can give you documentation to submit for possible reimbursement, so check with your plan first. Paying privately keeps your counseling out of insurance records, avoids a required diagnosis, and lets you choose your counselor and how long your sessions last.

At Foundations, each counseling or therapy session is $200. Your first consultation is always free, and you are able to meet with as many counselors as you need until you find the perfect match.

Spanish counseling is a form of therapy provided by Spanish-speaking counselors. It's designed to offer mental health services in Spanish, ensuring clients who are more comfortable with this language can fully express themselves and receive effective support.

The same range as counseling in English: anxiety, depression, stress, grief, trauma, relationship and family conflict, parenting and life changes. Many bilingual clients also want room to talk about things tied to language and culture, such as family expectations, adjusting to life in a new place, or feeling caught between two cultures. You can move between Spanish and English in session as you like.

In your first session, the counselor will typically discuss your concerns, assess your needs, and outline a plan for your therapy. It's also an opportunity for you to see if you feel comfortable with the counselor.

Yes, Spanish counseling sessions are confidential. Counselors are bound by professional ethics and legal requirements to protect your privacy.

If you're experiencing emotional distress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or any other mental health concerns and feel more comfortable discussing these in Spanish, Spanish counseling might be right for you.

Yes, Spanish counseling is just as effective as English counseling. The key is the quality of the therapeutic relationship and the skills of the counselor, not the language in which therapy is conducted.

Yes. Foundations offers online counseling anywhere in Colorado, so you can meet with a bilingual counselor from home if driving to Fort Collins, Loveland or Windsor is hard. Online sessions use secure video and cover the same work as sessions in the office. You can also mix online and in person sessions depending on your week.

It depends on your goals, not on the language. Some people feel relief in 8 to 10 sessions, while others stay longer to work on patterns built over years. Your counselor sets goals with you early and checks in on progress, so you decide together when to slow down or finish. Sessions cost about $200 each, the same as sessions in English.

Yes. Many bilingual clients mix languages, using whichever one fits a feeling or memory best. Some things are easier to say in the language you grew up with, and others come more naturally in English. Your counselor will follow your lead. This also helps in family sessions when parents and children are more comfortable in different languages.

Yes. Foundations offers early morning, daytime, evening and Saturday appointments, and online sessions can add flexibility. Call 970.227.2770 or book online, tell us what times work for you, and we will match you with a counselor whose schedule fits.

There is no charge for any session cancelled at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled appointment time.

No. Foundations is private pay and does not bill insurance companies. If your plan has out of network benefits, we can give you documentation to submit for possible reimbursement, so check with your plan first. Paying privately keeps your counseling out of insurance records, avoids a required diagnosis, and lets you choose your counselor and how long your sessions last.

At Foundations, each counseling or therapy session is $200. Your first consultation is always free, and you are able to meet with as many counselors as you need until you find the perfect match.

Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition that causes unusual shifts in mood, energy, activity and concentration. People move between periods of mania or hypomania, when they may feel unusually energized, irritable or need little sleep, and periods of depression, when they feel low, hopeless or exhausted. It is a long term condition, but with the right mix of treatment many people live full, stable lives.

The National Institute of Mental Health describes three main types. Bipolar I involves manic episodes lasting at least a week, or severe enough to need immediate care, usually with depressive episodes too. Bipolar II involves depressive episodes and milder hypomanic episodes, without full mania. Cyclothymic disorder involves recurring hypomanic and depressive symptoms that are less intense but last for at least two years.

Talk therapy for bipolar disorder works alongside medical care, not in place of it. Your counselor may help you track mood, sleep and early warning signs, build steady daily routines, use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy skills for depressive thinking, and plan what to do when an episode starts. Sessions also make room for the grief, shame and relationship strain that can come with the diagnosis.

Yes, and they work best alongside treatment. Regular sleep and wake times matter most, because lost sleep can trigger mood episodes. Steady daily routines, limiting alcohol and drugs, regular exercise and managing stress also help. Many people keep a simple mood and sleep log to spot early warning signs. Your counselor can help you build habits that are realistic for your life.

Learn about the condition, so symptoms are not mistaken for character flaws. Gently name early warning signs you have agreed on together, keep routines steady, and avoid arguing during an episode. Make a plan ahead of time for what to do if things escalate, including calling or texting 988 in a crisis. Family members also benefit from support of their own, including counseling.

Usually not. The National Institute of Mental Health notes that effective treatment usually combines medication and psychotherapy. Foundations counselors provide talk therapy only and do not prescribe or advise on medication, so please work with your physician or psychiatrist on that part. Together, the two approaches help many people manage the condition well and lead full lives.

Reach out if you notice periods of unusually high energy, racing thoughts or little need for sleep that alternate with deep lows, or if mood swings are hurting your work, money or relationships. A diagnosis comes from a physician or psychiatrist, so start there if you have not been evaluated. Counseling at Foundations can support you alongside that care. If you are in crisis, call or text 988.

Yes. Foundations offers early morning, daytime, evening and Saturday appointments, and online sessions can add flexibility. Call 970.227.2770 or book online, tell us what times work for you, and we will match you with a counselor whose schedule fits.

There is no charge for any session cancelled at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled appointment time.

No. Foundations is private pay and does not bill insurance companies. If your plan has out of network benefits, we can give you documentation to submit for possible reimbursement, so check with your plan first. Paying privately keeps your counseling out of insurance records, avoids a required diagnosis, and lets you choose your counselor and how long your sessions last.

At Foundations, each counseling or therapy session is $200. Your first consultation is always free, and you are able to meet with as many counselors as you need until you find the perfect match.

Initially, counselors might request to meet with your child to establish trust. However, family involvement is often encouraged and can be arranged according to the counselor's assessment and the child's comfort level.

Keep things simple and steady. Let your child know counseling is a normal way to get help, not a punishment. Avoid quizzing them after sessions; a calm question about how it went is enough. Keep routines predictable, follow through on strategies the counselor suggests, and ask the counselor how you can help at home. Respecting your child's privacy builds the trust that makes counseling work.

Progress can be seen in changes in behavior, mood stability, improved communication skills, and a return to interest in social activities or hobbies. Your child's counselor will also discuss progress and adjustments to the therapy plan as needed.

Yes. Young adults 18 and older can book their own free consultation and meet with a counselor in person in Fort Collins, Loveland or Windsor, or through online counseling anywhere in Colorado. Because they are adults, what they share is confidential unless they choose to include you. You can still help by sharing the booking link and offering practical support, such as rides or scheduling.

Not every grieving child needs counseling, but it can help when grief lasts for weeks, shows up as new fears, sleep trouble, clinginess or tantrums, or gets in the way of school and play. Young children often grieve through behavior, so a counselor may use play or drawing to help them understand the loss. Parents also get guidance on how to talk about death at their child's level.

Yes. Children often feel caught in the middle, blame themselves, or worry about what changes next. A Foundations counselor in Fort Collins, Loveland or Windsor gives your child a neutral place to talk or play through those feelings, and helps parents keep routines and messages steady across both homes. Counselors stay focused on your child's wellbeing rather than taking a side between parents.

Online counseling can work well for many teens who are comfortable talking on video, and it helps with busy school and activity schedules. Younger children usually do better in person, where the counselor can use play and art. Foundations offers in person sessions in Fort Collins, Loveland and Windsor and online counseling anywhere in Colorado. Ask when you reach out which format fits your child.

It depends on your child's goals, age and what brought you in. Some families see progress over a few months, while others benefit from longer support through a hard season. Your counselor sets clear goals with you early, checks progress with you along the way, and adjusts the plan or the pace of sessions as your child improves. There is no fixed number of sessions.

Yes. Many teens talk more easily with a counselor of a particular gender, age or style, and that preference matters. Tell us when you reach out, and we will match your teen with a counselor who fits. Your teen can look through the team section on this page first and point out who seems easiest to talk to. Giving teens a say in the choice often helps them engage.

Yes. Foundations offers early morning, daytime, evening and Saturday appointments, and online sessions can add flexibility. Call 970.227.2770 or book online, tell us what times work for you, and we will match you with a counselor whose schedule fits.

There is no charge for any session cancelled at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled appointment time.

No. Foundations is private pay and does not bill insurance companies. If your plan has out of network benefits, we can give you documentation to submit for possible reimbursement, so check with your plan first. Paying privately keeps your counseling out of insurance records, avoids a required diagnosis, and lets you choose your counselor and how long your sessions last.

At Foundations, each counseling or therapy session is $200. Your first consultation is always free, and you are able to meet with as many counselors as you need until you find the perfect match.

It depends on what you want help with. Some people come for a few months to build coping skills during a new diagnosis or a hard flare, then check in as needed. Others prefer steady support over a longer stretch, especially with a progressive or serious illness. Your counselor sets goals with you, and session frequency can flex around medical appointments.

Flares happen, and counselors who work with chronic illness understand that. Sessions cancelled at least 48 hours ahead are not charged, and switching to an online session is often possible on days when getting to the office is too much. If your condition is unpredictable, tell your counselor early so you can plan a backup together.

No. Your pain is real, and seeing a counselor does not mean anyone thinks otherwise. Pain is processed by the brain and nervous system, and stress, sleep and mood all affect how intense it feels. Counseling works on those parts alongside your medical care. Many people feel relief simply from talking with someone who takes their experience seriously.

Only if you want them to. With your written permission, your counselor can coordinate with your physician or care team, for example to share that you are in counseling or to line up goals. Without your consent, what you say in counseling stays private, within the legal limits your counselor will explain at the start.

Yes. Caring for someone with a long term or terminal illness is exhausting, and caregivers often put their own needs last. Counseling gives you a place to talk about guilt, resentment, fear and grief without burdening the person you care for. You can come on your own, even if your loved one is not in counseling.

Often, yes. Chronic illness changes roles at home: who works, who drives, who cooks, who worries. Bringing a partner or family member to some sessions can help everyone talk about it without blame. Mention this when you reach out so we can match you with a counselor who works with couples or families, or see our family therapy page.

Yes. Foundations offers early morning, daytime, evening and Saturday appointments, and online sessions can add flexibility. Call 970.227.2770 or book online, tell us what times work for you, and we will match you with a counselor whose schedule fits.

There is no charge for any session cancelled at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled appointment time.

No. Foundations is private pay and does not bill insurance companies. If your plan has out of network benefits, we can give you documentation to submit for possible reimbursement, so check with your plan first. Paying privately keeps your counseling out of insurance records, avoids a required diagnosis, and lets you choose your counselor and how long your sessions last.

At Foundations, each counseling or therapy session is $200. Your first consultation is always free, and you are able to meet with as many counselors as you need until you find the perfect match.

CBT is a form of psychotherapy that focuses on identifying and changing negative or harmful thought patterns and behaviors. It's used to treat a variety of mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, and stress.

Unlike some other therapies, CBT is more structured, focuses on the present, and is problem-solving oriented. It empowers individuals with strategies to modify their thinking and behavior patterns to effectively manage mental health issues.

While CBT is widely used for treating anxiety and depression, it's also effective for other issues like stress management, coping with life changes, relationship problems, and certain behavioral disorders.

In your first session, the therapist will typically discuss your issues and goals, explain how CBT works, and start to identify thought patterns or behaviors to address.

No. You do not need a referral to start CBT at Foundations. You reach out directly, share what is going on, and we match you with a counselor who uses CBT. Your first meeting with that counselor is a free consultation, and first appointments are usually available within 48 hours. If your doctor suggested therapy, you can mention that when you reach out.

While self-help CBT resources are available, it's best to work with a trained therapist initially. They can guide you in learning and applying CBT techniques effectively.

The duration varies for everyone. Some people find relief in 8-10 sessions, while others benefit from longer-term treatment. It depends on individual goals and progress. According to the American Psychological Association 50% of people in therapy feel a sense of recovery and healing after 15-20 sessions.

Usually, yes, but it is practical rather than school like. Between sessions you might track a worry and the thought behind it, try a small step you have been avoiding, or practice a new response to a trigger. Practice is how the skills stick. Your counselor will set tasks with you, keep them manageable, and adjust them if they are not helping.

Yes. Foundations offers early morning, daytime, evening and Saturday appointments, and online sessions can add flexibility. Call 970.227.2770 or book online, tell us what times work for you, and we will match you with a counselor whose schedule fits.

There is no charge for any session cancelled at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled appointment time.

No. Foundations is private pay and does not bill insurance companies. If your plan has out of network benefits, we can give you documentation to submit for possible reimbursement, so check with your plan first. Paying privately keeps your counseling out of insurance records, avoids a required diagnosis, and lets you choose your counselor and how long your sessions last.

At Foundations, each counseling or therapy session is $200. Your first consultation is always free, and you are able to meet with as many counselors as you need until you find the perfect match.

The Gottman Institute describes the Gottman Method as couples therapy that starts with a thorough check up of the relationship and uses research based interventions. Its affair recovery model moves through atonement, attunement and attachment. If infidelity is why you are reaching out, see our affair recovery therapy page, and ask when you reach out about each counselor's specific training, so we can match you well.

The title matters less than the training and focus. At Foundations, couples and marriage counseling is provided by licensed counselors whose bios list couples work and methods such as Emotionally Focused Therapy. Couples work treats the relationship as the client, so your counselor stays neutral and focuses on the pattern between you, not on one partner.

Yes. Like all forms of therapy, Couples Therapy is confidential. Information discussed in sessions will not be disclosed without the consent of both partners, except in situations where there is a risk of harm or as required by law.

Couples Therapy can address a wide range of issues including, but not limited to, communication problems, sexual difficulties, conflicts about child rearing or blended families, infidelity, jealousy, and financial issues.

You do not need to prepare much. Before the first session, each of you can think about what keeps going wrong, what is still working, and what you would want to be different in a few months. Try not to rehearse the argument. Your counselor will ask about your history and help you agree on two or three shared goals together.

While Couples Therapy can be highly effective in improving relationship dynamics, enhancing communication, and resolving conflicts, the success largely depends on the couple's commitment to the process and willingness to change. It's not a guaranteed solution, but many couples find it transformative.

Frequency can vary based on the therapist's recommendation and the couple's needs. Weekly sessions are common, especially at the beginning. As progress is made, sessions may become less frequent.

Yes. You can start with individual counseling at Foundations to understand your part of the pattern and learn new ways to respond. When one partner changes how they show up, the relationship often shifts too, and many reluctant partners join later. Your counselor can also help you invite your partner in a way that feels low pressure.

Regular couples counseling often teaches communication skills. Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) goes underneath the argument to the attachment needs driving it, such as feeling unimportant or shut out, and helps partners respond to those needs. At Foundations, EFT is one of the approaches our couples counselors use, often alongside practical communication skills.

Yes. Many couples in Fort Collins and Loveland come in when parenting has crowded out connection. Counseling helps you name what changed, rebuild small daily moments of closeness, and talk about intimacy without blame. Foundations also offers dedicated intimacy counseling when physical or emotional closeness is the main concern.

Often, yes. A repeating fight is usually a pattern, not a personality problem. In couples counseling in Fort Collins, Loveland and Windsor, a Foundations counselor helps you both see the cycle, what each of you feels underneath it, and how to interrupt it. Approaches like Emotionally Focused Therapy are designed for exactly this. Starting before resentment builds usually makes the work easier.

Most couples come in because something keeps repeating: the same fight that ends the same way, talking past each other, a spark that faded after kids or a move, shaky trust, or a big decision you keep getting stuck on. You do not need to be in crisis. Couples who start earlier usually have more goodwill to work with, and a free consultation can help you decide.

No. In couples counseling the relationship is the client, so your counselor stays neutral and focuses on the pattern between you rather than deciding who is right. Neutral does not mean silent: your counselor may point out what each partner adds to a conflict. If either of you ever feels sided against, say so in session so it can be addressed openly.

Yes. Foundations offers early morning, daytime, evening and Saturday appointments, and online sessions can add flexibility. Call 970.227.2770 or book online, tell us what times work for you, and we will match you with a counselor whose schedule fits.

There is no charge for any session cancelled at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled appointment time.

No. Foundations is private pay and does not bill insurance companies. If your plan has out of network benefits, we can give you documentation to submit for possible reimbursement, so check with your plan first. Paying privately keeps your counseling out of insurance records, avoids a required diagnosis, and lets you choose your counselor and how long your sessions last.

At Foundations, each counseling or therapy session is $200. Your first consultation is always free, and you are able to meet with as many counselors as you need until you find the perfect match.

Your first meeting is a free consultation with the counselor Foundations matched you with after you reached out. You talk about what depression feels like for you right now, such as sleep, energy, motivation or hopelessness, and what you want to be different. Your counselor explains how they work, often with CBT or mindfulness based approaches, and you decide together whether to keep going.

Yes, confidentiality is a key component of therapy. Information shared in sessions is kept private, with few legal exceptions such as imminent harm to yourself or others.

Yes, many counselors are trained to help with a range of mental health issues, including anxiety. It's common for individuals with depression to experience anxiety as well.

Yes. Foundations offers online counseling for adults anywhere in Colorado, as well as in person sessions in Fort Collins, Loveland and Windsor. Online sessions can help on days when low energy makes leaving the house hard, or during winter weather. Many clients mix both formats, and you can ask about options when you reach out.

If you are in danger or thinking about ending your life, call or text 988 now to reach the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, or call 911. Foundations offers scheduled outpatient talk therapy, not crisis services. Once you are safe, counseling can help with the hopelessness and pain behind those thoughts, and you can talk about them openly with your counselor.

That is a question for your physician or psychiatrist, since Foundations counselors do not prescribe or advise on medication. NIMH notes that depression treatment typically involves psychotherapy, medication, or both. Many people start with counseling, and your counselor can coordinate with your doctor with your permission if you are also exploring medication.

It depends on what you are facing and your goals. Some people come for a focused stretch of weekly sessions to get through a hard season, while others stay longer to work on patterns that go back years. Your counselor will check progress with you along the way, and you decide together when to space sessions out or stop.

Start very small: sit up, drink water, open the blinds, and choose one easy task. Aim for movement, daylight and a little contact with someone you trust, without judging how much you get done. If these days keep repeating, talk to a counselor. If you have thoughts of suicide, call or text 988 any time.

Yes. Depression in teens can look like irritability, pulling away from friends, falling grades or sleeping much more than usual, not only sadness. Foundations counselors who work with adolescents use approaches like CBT and DBT skills and involve parents where it helps. Our child and teen counseling page has more on how that works.

Yes. Foundations offers early morning, daytime, evening and Saturday appointments, and online sessions can add flexibility. Call 970.227.2770 or book online, tell us what times work for you, and we will match you with a counselor whose schedule fits.

There is no charge for any session cancelled at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled appointment time.

No. Foundations is private pay and does not bill insurance companies. If your plan has out of network benefits, we can give you documentation to submit for possible reimbursement, so check with your plan first. Paying privately keeps your counseling out of insurance records, avoids a required diagnosis, and lets you choose your counselor and how long your sessions last.

At Foundations, each counseling or therapy session is $200. Your first consultation is always free, and you are able to meet with as many counselors as you need until you find the perfect match.

Divorce recovery therapy and counseling are specialized forms of psychological support designed to help individuals cope with the emotional and practical challenges of divorce. It offers a space to process feelings of loss, anger, and confusion while providing strategies for moving forward.

It can help by providing emotional support, coping mechanisms for dealing with stress and sadness, strategies for effective co-parenting, assistance rebuilding self-esteem, and guidance on establishing a new routine and future after divorce.

The duration varies significantly from person to person, depending on the complexity of the emotions involved and the individual's progress. Some may feel better after as little as 8 sessions, while others may need longer-term support.

Yes. Guilt, shame and a sense of failure are some of the most common feelings after a marriage ends, even when the divorce was the right choice. You may also grieve the future you planned or worry about your children. Counseling gives you room to sort through those feelings, separate fair self reflection from harsh self blame, and build a life that fits who you are now.

Yes, therapy can be beneficial at any stage of the divorce process, offering emotional support and coping strategies during what can be a highly stressful time.

Yes, it can offer strategies and advice on managing co-parenting arrangements constructively, focusing on the well-being of any children involved and improving communication with your ex-partner.

Yes. For many people, online sessions work as well as meeting in person, and they can be easier to keep during a divorce when schedules, custody exchanges and moves are in flux. Foundations offers online counseling anywhere in Colorado and in person sessions in Fort Collins, Loveland and Windsor. If home does not feel private right now, an office visit may be the better choice.

There's no set timeline for when to begin therapy; it's about when you feel ready and recognize that you might benefit from additional support. Whether during the divorce process or months afterward, the right time is when you need help in coping and healing.

Yes. Foundations offers early morning, daytime, evening and Saturday appointments, and online sessions can add flexibility. Call 970.227.2770 or book online, tell us what times work for you, and we will match you with a counselor whose schedule fits.

There is no charge for any session cancelled at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled appointment time.

No. Foundations is private pay and does not bill insurance companies. If your plan has out of network benefits, we can give you documentation to submit for possible reimbursement, so check with your plan first. Paying privately keeps your counseling out of insurance records, avoids a required diagnosis, and lets you choose your counselor and how long your sessions last.

At Foundations, each counseling or therapy session is $200. Your first consultation is always free, and you are able to meet with as many counselors as you need until you find the perfect match.

Drug and alcohol counseling is talk therapy that helps you understand why you use, how it affects your health, relationships and work, and what you want to change. You set the goals, whether that means cutting back or stopping, and your counselor helps you build skills to get there. Foundations provides outpatient counseling only, so medical detox or medication treatment would come from your physician or a treatment program.

If you experience symptoms such as increased tolerance, withdrawal symptoms, neglect of responsibilities, loss of control over substance use, social isolation, or continued use despite negative consequences, you may benefit from drug and alcohol abuse counseling.

During your first session, the counselor will conduct an assessment to understand your substance use history, personal background, and specific challenges. This helps in creating a tailored treatment plan that addresses your unique needs and goals.

Common approaches include cognitive behavioral therapy to work with the thoughts and situations that lead to use, motivational interviewing to strengthen your own reasons for change, and relapse prevention planning for high risk moments. Family sessions can help loved ones understand recovery and rebuild trust. Foundations offers individual, couples and family talk therapy, and your counselor can talk with you about community recovery meetings if you want peer support.

Yes. Anxiety, depression, trauma and grief often travel with substance use, and treating only one side rarely holds. Your counselor can work on both together, looking at how mood drives use and how use affects mood. Foundations counselors do not prescribe or advise on medication, so if you think medication could help, talk with your physician alongside counseling.

Yes. What you share in counseling is confidential and protected by law and professional ethics, with limited exceptions such as a serious risk of harm to yourself or others. Your counselor will explain those limits at the start. Your employer, family and others are not told you are in counseling without your written permission, which matters to many people worried about the stigma of substance use.

Counseling can still be beneficial even if you're not ready to quit entirely. Therapists can help you explore your ambivalence, set realistic goals, and work towards reducing substance use and minimizing harm.

Yes, involving family members can be a valuable part of the counseling process. Family therapy can help improve communication, resolve conflicts, and provide a supportive environment for recovery.

Relapse is often a part of the recovery process. Counselors can help you understand the triggers that led to the relapse, develop strategies to prevent future occurrences, and continue working towards long-term sobriety.

No. Foundations offers outpatient talk therapy and does not provide detox, medical monitoring or medication. Stopping alcohol or some drugs suddenly can be dangerous, so talk with your physician before you quit, or go to an emergency room if withdrawal symptoms feel severe. Once you are medically safe, counseling can support you through early recovery and beyond. If you are in crisis, call or text 988.

Yes. Foundations offers early morning, daytime, evening and Saturday appointments, and online sessions can add flexibility. Call 970.227.2770 or book online, tell us what times work for you, and we will match you with a counselor whose schedule fits.

There is no charge for any session cancelled at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled appointment time.

No. Foundations is private pay and does not bill insurance companies. If your plan has out of network benefits, we can give you documentation to submit for possible reimbursement, so check with your plan first. Paying privately keeps your counseling out of insurance records, avoids a required diagnosis, and lets you choose your counselor and how long your sessions last.

At Foundations, each counseling or therapy session is $200. Your first consultation is always free, and you are able to meet with as many counselors as you need until you find the perfect match.

Both treat trauma, in different ways. EMDR reprocesses specific memories with bilateral stimulation so they lose their emotional charge. Internal Family Systems, or IFS, works with the different parts of you, such as the protector that keeps you guarded and the hurt part it shields. EMDR can suit a clearly defined event, while IFS often fits long standing patterns and self criticism. Foundations counselors offer IFS; ask about EMDR training when you reach out.

EMDR, short for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, is a structured therapy that helps the brain reprocess painful memories so they stop driving distress today. While you briefly hold a memory in mind, the therapist guides you through bilateral stimulation such as side to side eye movements, taps or tones. Over repeated sets the memory usually loses its emotional charge. You still remember what happened, but it no longer hijacks your body and mood.

EMDR is one of the most researched trauma treatments available, and major health authorities endorse it. The American Psychological Association recommends EMDR for PTSD, the World Health Organization names it a psychotherapy of choice for PTSD in children, teens, and adults, and the Department of Veterans Affairs and Department of Defense place it in their highest recommendation category for trauma. It is not a quick fix or a gimmick. It is a standardized clinical protocol delivered by trained therapists, with decades of controlled studies behind it.

It varies with what you want to work on. EMDR is often delivered once or twice a week, and the American Psychological Association notes that a single memory is generally processed within one to three sessions, with many people finishing focused work in about six to twelve sessions. Complex or layered trauma can take longer, and you should always stay in control of the pace.

EMDR is considered safe when a trained therapist delivers it, and the preparation phase exists for exactly that reason. Because you are touching real memories, you may feel tired after a session, have vivid dreams or notice emotions surfacing between sessions. These effects are usually temporary. If you live with dissociation or complex trauma, a careful therapist slows the pace and adapts the approach to keep you steady.

Yes. EMDR asks for skills beyond general talk therapy, so look for a licensed therapist who completed training through a program approved by EMDRIA, the EMDR International Association. EMDRIA Certified clinicians have added supervised experience and ongoing education, and EMDRIA keeps a directory of trained therapists. If you are considering Foundations, ask about EMDR training when you reach out so we can tell you honestly what is available.

EMDR follows a structured eight phase protocol. Early sessions cover your history and preparation, including grounding skills so you feel steady. In the processing phases you focus briefly on a specific memory while following bilateral stimulation, pausing often to notice what comes up, until the memory feels less charged and a calmer belief takes its place. EMDR does not require a detailed retelling of the event or homework between sessions.

EMDR was created for post traumatic stress, but clinicians use it for a wide range of experiences that leave a mark. People come to EMDR for childhood trauma and emotional abuse, anxiety and panic, phobias, grief and loss, painful breakups or betrayal, performance and self worth blocks, and the lingering effects of accidents or medical events. The common thread is a memory or belief that still feels raw and reactive. If an experience keeps pulling you back, EMDR may help your brain finally file it as the past.

Yes. The Department of Veterans Affairs and Department of Defense guideline places EMDR in its highest recommendation category for PTSD, and it has been studied with combat veterans for decades. Look for a licensed counselor with EMDR training and real experience with combat related trauma. Foundations offers trauma counseling in Fort Collins, Loveland and Windsor; ask about EMDR training when you reach out.

Start with licensed therapists who completed EMDRIA approved training; the EMDRIA directory lists trained clinicians by location. Foundations Counseling has offices in Fort Collins, Loveland and Windsor and works with trauma and PTSD in private pay talk therapy, with a first appointment usually within 48 hours. Ask about EMDR training when you reach out, and we will tell you plainly whether it fits your match.

Ask about EMDR training when you reach out. Share what you want help with, and we will tell you honestly whether a counselor with EMDR training is available for you. Foundations also offers other trauma focused talk therapy, such as Internal Family Systems, in Fort Collins, Loveland and Windsor and online in Colorado. We match you with a counselor first, and your first meeting with that counselor is a free consultation.

Yes. Foundations offers early morning, daytime, evening and Saturday appointments, and online sessions can add flexibility. Call 970.227.2770 or book online, tell us what times work for you, and we will match you with a counselor whose schedule fits.

There is no charge for any session cancelled at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled appointment time.

No. Foundations is private pay and does not bill insurance companies. If your plan has out of network benefits, we can give you documentation to submit for possible reimbursement, so check with your plan first. Paying privately keeps your counseling out of insurance records, avoids a required diagnosis, and lets you choose your counselor and how long your sessions last.

At Foundations, each counseling or therapy session is $200. Your first consultation is always free, and you are able to meet with as many counselors as you need until you find the perfect match.

EFT is a form of psychotherapy that focuses on adult relationships and attachment. It helps individuals and couples understand and reshape their emotional responses, creating secure, lasting bonds.

It's common for one partner to be more hesitant. It can help to explain the benefits of EFT and suggest attending an initial session together to explore the process.

EFT is beneficial for couples, individuals, and families experiencing relationship distress, emotional disconnection, trust issues, and communication problems.

The duration varies, but many clients begin to see improvements within 8-20 sessions. The exact number of sessions depends on the specific issues and goals.

EFT is based on attachment theory and focuses on the emotional bonds between people. It emphasizes understanding and changing negative patterns of interaction to create secure relationships.

EFT is one of the most researched approaches to couples counseling. Research summarized by the International Centre for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy reports that about 70 to 75 percent of couples move from distress to recovery and about 90 percent show significant improvement. Results depend on each couple and situation, and your counselor will check progress with you along the way.

In an EFT session, you will explore your emotions and attachment needs, identify negative interaction patterns, and work on creating positive, supportive communication with your partner.

Yes, EFT can be adapted to help with family relationships, parent-child dynamics, and individual emotional issues, all focusing on creating secure and healthy connections.

EFT helps rebuild trust by creating a safe space for partners to express their fears and vulnerabilities, understand each other's emotional needs, and develop more secure attachment bonds.

Be open and honest about your feelings and relationship issues. It can also help to reflect on your emotional patterns and attachment needs. Come with a willingness to engage in the therapeutic process.

No. Both use the letters EFT, but they are different things. Emotionally Focused Therapy is a talk therapy for couples, families and individuals, based on attachment research and developed by Dr. Sue Johnson and Dr. Les Greenberg. Emotional Freedom Techniques, often called tapping, involves tapping on points of the body while focusing on a problem. This page is about Emotionally Focused Therapy.

Yes. Foundations offers early morning, daytime, evening and Saturday appointments, and online sessions can add flexibility. Call 970.227.2770 or book online, tell us what times work for you, and we will match you with a counselor whose schedule fits.

There is no charge for any session cancelled at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled appointment time.

No. Foundations is private pay and does not bill insurance companies. If your plan has out of network benefits, we can give you documentation to submit for possible reimbursement, so check with your plan first. Paying privately keeps your counseling out of insurance records, avoids a required diagnosis, and lets you choose your counselor and how long your sessions last.

At Foundations, each counseling or therapy session is $200. Your first consultation is always free, and you are able to meet with as many counselors as you need until you find the perfect match.

If your family is experiencing persistent conflict, communication issues, significant life changes, or members are showing signs of stress, depression, or anxiety, these may be indicators that counseling could be beneficial.

Yes, within a few legal limits, such as risk of harm or suspected child abuse, which your counselor explains at the start. Family counseling adds a second question: what is shared between family members. Before any one on one check ins, your counselor sets clear ground rules about what stays private and what comes back to the group, so everyone knows what to expect.

Yes. Foundations offers secure online sessions anywhere in Colorado, which helps when family members live in different towns or schedules make it hard to meet at one office. Many families mix formats, meeting in person in Fort Collins, Loveland or Windsor for some sessions and online for others. Your counselor can help you set up a quiet, private space at home.

Standard sessions at Foundations are 50 minutes. Families sometimes book a 90 minute double session, which leaves time for everyone to speak and for the counselor to meet with part of the family separately. Your counselor will suggest a length based on how many people attend and what you are working on, and you can adjust it as things change.

Yes. Family counseling is not only for families with young kids. Adult siblings and their parents come in to work through old resentments, caregiving decisions for an aging parent, or strain after a divorce or loss. Sessions can be in person in Fort Collins, Loveland or Windsor, or online for family members who live elsewhere in Colorado.

That is common, and it does not have to stop you. Parents can start on their own to work on limits, tone and follow through, which often lowers conflict at home. Your counselor can also help you invite your teen in a low pressure way, and some teens agree once they know they will get time to talk privately. A free consultation can help you plan the first step.

No. Family counseling helps a whole family communicate and handle conflict. Reunification therapy is narrower: it focuses on rebuilding a parent and child relationship that has been disrupted by separation or estrangement, usually with individual and joint sessions. Some families seek it on their own and some are referred by a court. Ask when you reach out which service fits your situation.

Yes. Blended families often come in when roles are unclear: who sets rules, how a stepparent earns trust, and how children move between two homes. Family counseling at Foundations gives everyone a place to name what is hard, agree on house expectations, and build new routines at a pace the children can handle.

It depends on where the problem lives. If your child is struggling with anxiety, mood or school stress on their own, individual child or teen counseling may come first. If the struggle shows up mostly in how your family talks, argues or makes decisions, family counseling is usually a better fit. Many families use both, and your counselor will recommend a plan.

Yes. Foundations offers early morning, daytime, evening and Saturday appointments, and online sessions can add flexibility. Call 970.227.2770 or book online, tell us what times work for you, and we will match you with a counselor whose schedule fits.

There is no charge for any session cancelled at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled appointment time.

No. Foundations is private pay and does not bill insurance companies. If your plan has out of network benefits, we can give you documentation to submit for possible reimbursement, so check with your plan first. Paying privately keeps your counseling out of insurance records, avoids a required diagnosis, and lets you choose your counselor and how long your sessions last.

At Foundations, each counseling or therapy session is $200. Your first consultation is always free, and you are able to meet with as many counselors as you need until you find the perfect match.

Foundations is an independent private practice, not part of any agency, and you reach out to us directly. What you share stays between you and your counselor, with the legal exceptions every counselor must follow, such as an immediate risk of harm. Your counselor will walk through those limits in your first session. If your agency requires documentation for something, that only happens with your written consent.

No. You choose what to share and when. Many responders start with what is happening now, such as sleep, irritability or tension at home, and only talk about specific calls once trust is built. Progress does not depend on retelling every detail. Your counselor will check in about pace so sessions feel steady rather than overwhelming.

Often, yes. Online sessions anywhere in Colorado make it easier to fit counseling between shifts, and many counselors offer a range of appointment times. Share your rotation when you reach out, and we will look for a counselor whose availability lines up with yours, so you are not forced to choose between sleep and a session.

Yes. Partners and families carry the job too: missed holidays, worry during shifts, and a loved one who comes home changed by a bad run. Foundations offers individual counseling for spouses, couples counseling for both of you, and family counseling when kids are feeling the strain. Tell us who is coming in when you reach out so we can match you well.

You can come in any time, including after a single call that will not leave you alone. You do not need a diagnosis or months of symptoms first. Talking early can help you sleep, process what happened and notice warning signs before they build. Many responders also use counseling as regular maintenance, the way they would train or service equipment.

Yes. Rotating and overnight shifts disrupt sleep for almost everyone, and poor sleep makes stress, mood and patience worse. Counselors can help you build wind down routines, handle the racing mind after a late call, and plan around your schedule. If sleep problems persist, see your physician too, because some sleep issues need a medical evaluation.

Yes. Foundations offers early morning, daytime, evening and Saturday appointments, and online sessions can add flexibility. Call 970.227.2770 or book online, tell us what times work for you, and we will match you with a counselor whose schedule fits.

There is no charge for any session cancelled at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled appointment time.

No. Foundations is private pay and does not bill insurance companies. If your plan has out of network benefits, we can give you documentation to submit for possible reimbursement, so check with your plan first. Paying privately keeps your counseling out of insurance records, avoids a required diagnosis, and lets you choose your counselor and how long your sessions last.

At Foundations, each counseling or therapy session is $200. Your first consultation is always free, and you are able to meet with as many counselors as you need until you find the perfect match.

Yes. Foundations offers early morning, daytime, evening and Saturday appointments, and online sessions can add flexibility. Call 970.227.2770 or book online, tell us what times work for you, and we will match you with a counselor whose schedule fits.

There is no charge for any session cancelled at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled appointment time.

No. Foundations is private pay and does not bill insurance companies. If your plan has out of network benefits, we can give you documentation to submit for possible reimbursement, so check with your plan first. Paying privately keeps your counseling out of insurance records, avoids a required diagnosis, and lets you choose your counselor and how long your sessions last.

At Foundations, each counseling or therapy session is $200. Your first consultation is always free, and you are able to meet with as many counselors as you need until you find the perfect match.

Family involvement is often encouraged, especially for children and teenagers. It can provide additional support and help family members understand how to communicate and work together effectively.

Old grief often shows up sideways, as irritability, numbness, anxiety or trouble in relationships. Counselors at Foundations often start by tracing that pattern back to the loss, then use approaches like Internal Family Systems (IFS) or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to work with the feelings you set aside. It is never too late to grieve, and many people feel relief within the first few sessions.

While talking about your loved one can be a part of the healing process, you won't be forced to discuss anything you're not comfortable with. Counseling is a collaborative process tailored to your comfort level.

While grief is a unique experience for everyone, many people find that with time and support, the intensity of their sadness decreases and they are able to find joy and purpose in life again.

They do different jobs. Community grief support groups, often hosted by local hospices, hospitals and faith communities, offer connection with others who understand. Foundations offers one on one counseling, which gives you a private hour focused only on your loss, your pace and your goals. Many people use both. If you are unsure which fits, a free consultation can help you decide.

Friends matter, but they are grieving too, or they want you to feel better quickly. A grief counselor has no stake in how fast you heal. They can hear the guilt, anger or relief you may not say to family, notice when grief is turning into depression or trauma, and teach specific skills for sleep, triggers and hard anniversaries.

Foundations Counseling offers grief counseling at two Fort Collins offices, on Horsetooth Road and near Harmony Road, plus offices in Loveland and Windsor and online counseling anywhere in Colorado. Losing a parent can stir up childhood memories, family conflict and role changes. Book a free consultation or call 970.227.2770, and the first appointment is usually within 48 hours.

No. Grief can follow any major loss: a divorce, a miscarriage, the death of a pet, a serious diagnosis, a move, or losing a job or identity. These losses are real even when others do not see them. Foundations counselors help with all of these, using the same care and pacing as grief after a death.

Yes. Guilt, anger, relief and even numbness are common parts of grief, and they can show up together. You might replay what you could have done differently or feel angry at the person who died, at doctors, or at yourself. Counseling gives these feelings a safe place to land so they can soften instead of staying stuck.

Yes. Foundations offers early morning, daytime, evening and Saturday appointments, and online sessions can add flexibility. Call 970.227.2770 or book online, tell us what times work for you, and we will match you with a counselor whose schedule fits.

There is no charge for any session cancelled at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled appointment time.

No. Foundations is private pay and does not bill insurance companies. If your plan has out of network benefits, we can give you documentation to submit for possible reimbursement, so check with your plan first. Paying privately keeps your counseling out of insurance records, avoids a required diagnosis, and lets you choose your counselor and how long your sessions last.

At Foundations, each counseling or therapy session is $200. Your first consultation is always free, and you are able to meet with as many counselors as you need until you find the perfect match.

Yes. Caring for a partner, parent or child with a health condition can wear down your own health, sleep and patience. Counseling gives you a place to talk about the guilt, grief and exhaustion that often come with caregiving, and to plan how to look after yourself so you can keep showing up.

Yes. Some people find themselves checking symptoms, searching online or seeking reassurance over and over, and the worry starts to run their day. A counselor can help you notice that cycle, tolerate uncertainty, and follow your doctor's guidance without spiraling. This work often overlaps with anxiety counseling.

No. Stress produces real physical changes, like muscle tension, headaches, stomach trouble and poor sleep. Calling a symptom stress related does not make it imaginary or your fault. Your doctor should check new or changing symptoms first; counseling then helps you lower the stress load that keeps them going.

That is the most common reason people come in. Repeated restarts usually point to something underneath, like stress, shame, perfectionism or a plan that was never realistic for your life. Counseling helps you find that piece and set goals small enough to keep, so progress builds instead of resetting.

Yes. Online sessions are available anywhere in Colorado, which can help on days when pain, fatigue, treatment side effects or a busy medical schedule make travel hard. In person sessions are available in Fort Collins, Loveland and Windsor. Tell us your preference when you reach out, and your counselor can talk with you about what works as your health changes.

Yes. Foundations offers early morning, daytime, evening and Saturday appointments, and online sessions can add flexibility. Call 970.227.2770 or book online, tell us what times work for you, and we will match you with a counselor whose schedule fits.

There is no charge for any session cancelled at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled appointment time.

No. Foundations is private pay and does not bill insurance companies. If your plan has out of network benefits, we can give you documentation to submit for possible reimbursement, so check with your plan first. Paying privately keeps your counseling out of insurance records, avoids a required diagnosis, and lets you choose your counselor and how long your sessions last.

At Foundations, each counseling or therapy session is $200. Your first consultation is always free, and you are able to meet with as many counselors as you need until you find the perfect match.

Inner child work is best understood as a way of framing the work rather than a standalone treatment. Its ideas show up inside established approaches, such as cognitive behavioral therapy and Internal Family Systems, which look at how early beliefs shape adult reactions. Ask your counselor which approaches they draw on and why they fit your goals.

The goal is understanding, not blame. Many people find they can hold two things at once: their parents may have been doing their best, and they still missed something they needed. Naming that clearly often makes relationships with family easier, not harder. What you do with your family relationships is always your choice.

No. Many people remember very little, or only fragments. Inner child work starts with what you notice now, such as a reaction that feels too big or a belief about yourself that will not budge, and works from there. Your counselor will not try to dig up or recover memories; the focus is on how you feel and respond today.

They are related but not the same. Internal Family Systems is a structured therapy model that works with many parts of you, including younger, hurt parts it calls exiles. Inner child work is a broader, more informal idea focused on your younger self. Inner child work often happens inside IFS, and some Foundations counselors use both. Ask your counselor how they combine them.

Some of it, yes. Journaling, noticing when you feel younger than your age, and practicing kinder self talk all help. Go gently, though. If something stirs up more than you can settle on your own, stop and bring it to your next session rather than pushing through alone.

Yes. Foundations offers early morning, daytime, evening and Saturday appointments, and online sessions can add flexibility. Call 970.227.2770 or book online, tell us what times work for you, and we will match you with a counselor whose schedule fits.

There is no charge for any session cancelled at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled appointment time.

No. Foundations is private pay and does not bill insurance companies. If your plan has out of network benefits, we can give you documentation to submit for possible reimbursement, so check with your plan first. Paying privately keeps your counseling out of insurance records, avoids a required diagnosis, and lets you choose your counselor and how long your sessions last.

At Foundations, each counseling or therapy session is $200. Your first consultation is always free, and you are able to meet with as many counselors as you need until you find the perfect match.

Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS) is a therapeutic approach that views the mind as consisting of multiple sub-personalities or “parts,” each with its own perspectives, memories, and roles. IFS helps individuals understand and harmonize these parts to achieve emotional balance and healing.

IFS focuses on the internal family of parts within an individual, rather than just external relationships or behaviors. It emphasizes self-compassion and the role of the Self in leading the internal system toward healing.

IFS can benefit anyone struggling with internal conflicts, trauma, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, addiction, relationship issues, and more. It is particularly effective for those seeking a deeper understanding of their inner world.

In an IFS session, the therapist will guide you in identifying and understanding your various parts. You will learn to listen to these parts, foster self-compassion, and work toward internal harmony and healing.

The length of IFS therapy varies depending on individual needs and goals. Some may see significant progress in a few months, while others may benefit from longer-term therapy.

IFS has a growing but still limited research base. In 2015 it was listed in SAMHSA's National Registry of Evidence-based Programs and Practices, mainly for improving general functioning and well-being, and small studies have reported benefits for depression, PTSD symptoms and some chronic health conditions. Larger trials are still needed, so your counselor can talk with you about whether IFS or another approach fits you best.

Often, yes. IFS is widely used in trauma counseling because it lets you approach painful memories through the protective parts that hold them, at a pace those parts can tolerate, rather than reliving everything at once. Early studies, including a small pilot study with adults who had PTSD, are promising. If you feel flooded, your counselor slows down and helps you settle before going further.

Yes, IFS can be adapted for children and adolescents. It helps young individuals understand their emotions and behaviors, fostering self-awareness and emotional resilience.

No, IFS can be beneficial for anyone interested in personal growth, self-awareness, and emotional balance. It helps individuals understand themselves better and improve their overall well-being.

Yes, IFS can be effectively integrated with other therapeutic approaches. Discuss with your therapist how IFS can complement other treatments you may be receiving.

It's important to communicate openly with your therapist if you feel overwhelmed. We can help you pace the therapy and provide support to ensure the process is manageable and beneficial for you.

No. Despite the name, IFS is usually individual counseling. The family in the name refers to the different parts inside one person, such as a critical part, a worried part or a part that keeps you busy, and how they relate to each other. You do not need family members in the room, though IFS ideas can also be used in couples or family counseling.

Yes. Foundations offers early morning, daytime, evening and Saturday appointments, and online sessions can add flexibility. Call 970.227.2770 or book online, tell us what times work for you, and we will match you with a counselor whose schedule fits.

There is no charge for any session cancelled at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled appointment time.

No. Foundations is private pay and does not bill insurance companies. If your plan has out of network benefits, we can give you documentation to submit for possible reimbursement, so check with your plan first. Paying privately keeps your counseling out of insurance records, avoids a required diagnosis, and lets you choose your counselor and how long your sessions last.

At Foundations, each counseling or therapy session is $200. Your first consultation is always free, and you are able to meet with as many counselors as you need until you find the perfect match.

LGBTQ+ counseling is a type of therapy that focuses on issues specifically related to the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer/questioning community. It provides a safe space to explore and understand one's identity, relationships, and experiences.

It can help with a range of issues including identity exploration, self-acceptance, dealing with discrimination or homophobia, relationship challenges, and mental health concerns like anxiety or depression, among others.

No. What you share, including your sexual orientation or gender identity, stays between you and your counselor. Records are released only with your written consent, with the legal exceptions every counselor follows, such as an immediate risk of harm. You decide who learns about your identity and when. Your counselor will explain the limits of confidentiality in your first session.

Yes, you can talk about any issue in counseling, not just those directly related to LGBTQ+ issues. Counselors are equipped to help with a wide range of topics.

Yes. Many people come in for coming out conversations, family tension or rejection, or stress in a same sex or queer relationship. Your counselor can help you plan hard conversations and set boundaries. Foundations also offers couples counseling for LGBTQ+ partners and family counseling when relatives want to understand and support each other better.

Your counselor will not label your identity for you or treat it as a phase to be waited out. For some people identity feels settled early, and for others it becomes clearer or shifts over time, and both are valid. Counseling gives you a private, pressure free place to explore what fits, what you want to share, and with whom.

No. Foundations counselors do not try to change anyone's sexual orientation or gender identity. Major mental health organizations reject conversion therapy as harmful. Counseling here is affirming: the goal is to help you understand yourself, handle stress or discrimination, and build the life you want as who you are, not to steer you toward any identity or outcome.

If you're facing challenges related to your LGBTQ+ identity, experiencing mental health issues, or just need someone to talk to who understands, counseling could be beneficial.

Yes. Counseling can support you at any point in transition, whether you are questioning, coming out, or navigating social, legal or medical steps. Common topics include coming out to family or at work, dysphoria, safety, and relationships. Medical decisions such as hormones or surgery belong with your physician. Ask about each counselor's experience with gender identity when you reach out so we can match you well.

No. You do not need to use any label to start. People come in while questioning, before coming out, or as a parent, partner or family member of someone who is LGBTQ+. Counseling is about what you are working through, and your counselor will follow your lead on language and identity rather than asking you to define yourself first.

Yes. Foundations counselors who list LGBTQ+ work respect your identity and follow your lead on names, pronouns and labels. You will not be asked to justify or explain who you are. When you reach out, share what matters to you in a counselor, such as experience with gender identity or relationships, and we will match you. If the fit is not right, our Counselor Match Guarantee means we find another.

Yes. Foundations offers early morning, daytime, evening and Saturday appointments, and online sessions can add flexibility. Call 970.227.2770 or book online, tell us what times work for you, and we will match you with a counselor whose schedule fits.

There is no charge for any session cancelled at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled appointment time.

No. Foundations is private pay and does not bill insurance companies. If your plan has out of network benefits, we can give you documentation to submit for possible reimbursement, so check with your plan first. Paying privately keeps your counseling out of insurance records, avoids a required diagnosis, and lets you choose your counselor and how long your sessions last.

At Foundations, each counseling or therapy session is $200. Your first consultation is always free, and you are able to meet with as many counselors as you need until you find the perfect match.

A skilled counselor is trained to remain neutral, providing a balanced perspective and support to both partners. Their role is to facilitate healing and understanding, not to take sides.

Yes. Foundations works with dating, engaged and married couples. If you are preparing to marry, premarital counseling is built for that stage, and if you are partnered without plans to marry, couples counseling covers the same skills of communication, conflict and trust. The approaches are the same; the page name just reflects the stage you are in. Tell us your situation when you reach out.

It's beneficial if both partners participate, but individual therapy can also be a good start. Sometimes, seeing one partner engage in therapy can encourage the other to join later.

Yes, it can. Counseling provides a space to explore the root causes of problems and can either help couples reconcile or part ways more amicably, understanding the breakdown of their relationship.

It depends on what brought you in. Couples working on communication or a recent rough patch often see progress in 8 to 12 sessions, while rebuilding trust after an affair or years of distance usually takes longer. Emotionally Focused Therapy, one approach Foundations counselors use, is often delivered in about 8 to 20 sessions. Your counselor sets goals with you and reviews progress along the way.

Yes, many couples experience significant improvements in their relationships through therapy. Success largely depends on the couple's willingness to work on their relationship and apply the strategies learned in therapy.

Yes, confidentiality is a fundamental principle in therapy. What you discuss in sessions is not shared outside, except under specific circumstances mandated by law, such as imminent risk of harm.

Yes. Many couples come to counseling after an affair or emotional affair. Your counselor helps you slow things down, gives the hurt partner room to ask questions and be heard, and helps the partner who had the affair take responsibility without endless punishment. Over time you look at what made the relationship vulnerable and decide together whether and how to rebuild trust. Recovery usually takes months, not weeks.

Yes. Foundations offers early morning, daytime, evening and Saturday appointments, and online sessions can add flexibility. Call 970.227.2770 or book online, tell us what times work for you, and we will match you with a counselor whose schedule fits.

There is no charge for any session cancelled at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled appointment time.

No. Foundations is private pay and does not bill insurance companies. If your plan has out of network benefits, we can give you documentation to submit for possible reimbursement, so check with your plan first. Paying privately keeps your counseling out of insurance records, avoids a required diagnosis, and lets you choose your counselor and how long your sessions last.

At Foundations, each counseling or therapy session is $200. Your first consultation is always free, and you are able to meet with as many counselors as you need until you find the perfect match.

Men's counseling is talk therapy shaped around pressures many men carry, such as expectations to stay strong, provide, and handle things alone. It covers the same issues anyone brings, including stress, anger, relationships, grief and low mood, with a counselor who understands how men often experience and express them. Sessions tend to be direct and practical, and you set the goals.

Yes. Many men come in because of conflict at home, distance from a partner, trouble opening up, or the end of a relationship. Counseling can help you understand your patterns, communicate more clearly, and handle hard conversations without shutting down or blowing up. You can work on this individually, and if your partner is willing, Foundations also offers couples counseling.

Yes. Your counselor will choose approaches that fit your goals and how you like to work. Many men appreciate cognitive behavioral and solution focused methods, which are structured and practical, while others want room to dig into the past or relationships. Approaches vary by counselor, so ask about their style when you first meet, and say so if something is not working.

No. Plenty of men use counseling without a diagnosis or a crisis. Common reasons include work pressure, a career change, becoming a father, divorce, grief, or simply feeling stuck. Counseling is a place to think out loud with someone on your side, sharpen your goals, and handle stress before it shows up as burnout, anger or strain at home.

Yes. Anger is often the feeling men are most allowed to show, and it can cover stress, hurt, shame or fear underneath. Counseling helps you spot your triggers and early warning signs, cool down before things escalate, and say what you need without damaging relationships. The goal is not to stop feeling angry, but to stay in control of what you do with it.

Men often notice the signs as irritability, trouble sleeping, drinking more, working nonstop, pulling away from people, or feeling numb rather than sad. If stress is spilling into your relationships, work or health, or you keep telling yourself you should handle it alone, counseling can help. You do not need to wait for a crisis. Many men start simply because they want things to feel better.

Yes. Counseling can help you manage pressure, keep work from swallowing home life, and recognize burnout before it costs you your health or relationships. It is also a place to think through bigger questions, such as a job change, a difficult boss, or losing a sense of purpose at work. Sessions focus on practical strategies you can use the same week.

Yes, you can ask. Many men feel more at ease with a male counselor, while others prefer a woman or have no preference. Tell us what matters to you when you reach out, and we will let you know who is available and match you accordingly. If the first match is not a good fit, the Counselor Match Guarantee means you can ask for someone else.

Yes. Foundations offers early morning, daytime, evening and Saturday appointments, and online sessions can add flexibility. Call 970.227.2770 or book online, tell us what times work for you, and we will match you with a counselor whose schedule fits.

There is no charge for any session cancelled at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled appointment time.

No. Foundations is private pay and does not bill insurance companies. If your plan has out of network benefits, we can give you documentation to submit for possible reimbursement, so check with your plan first. Paying privately keeps your counseling out of insurance records, avoids a required diagnosis, and lets you choose your counselor and how long your sessions last.

At Foundations, each counseling or therapy session is $200. Your first consultation is always free, and you are able to meet with as many counselors as you need until you find the perfect match.

Not exactly. Relaxation aims to calm the body, and mindfulness practices often do that. But mindfulness is mainly about noticing what is here, including discomfort, without fighting it or judging it. Sometimes a practice leaves you calmer, and sometimes it simply helps you see a pattern more clearly. Both outcomes are useful, and your counselor will help you make sense of what you notice.

No. Formal meditation is only one way to practice mindfulness. Many people build the skill in small moments instead: noticing their feet on the floor, taking three slow breaths before a hard conversation, or paying full attention while walking or washing dishes. Your counselor will help you find practices that fit your life and your attention span.

Some people feel calmer after a single practice, but lasting change usually comes from regular, brief practice over weeks. Think of it like strengthening a muscle. Your counselor will check in on what you notice, such as sleeping a bit better or catching worry sooner, and adjust the plan if something is not helping.

That is normal, and it is not failure. Noticing that your mind has wandered and gently bringing it back is the practice itself. People with busy minds, ADHD or a lot of stress often find shorter practices, movement based practices or eyes open exercises easier to start with. Your counselor can help you adjust instead of forcing one style.

Mindfulness has roots in contemplative traditions, including Buddhism, but in counseling it is taught as a practical attention skill and does not require any belief system. If faith matters to you, your counselor can connect mindfulness to your own tradition, such as prayer or quiet reflection, or keep it entirely secular. You can share your preference when you reach out.

Yes. Foundations offers early morning, daytime, evening and Saturday appointments, and online sessions can add flexibility. Call 970.227.2770 or book online, tell us what times work for you, and we will match you with a counselor whose schedule fits.

There is no charge for any session cancelled at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled appointment time.

No. Foundations is private pay and does not bill insurance companies. If your plan has out of network benefits, we can give you documentation to submit for possible reimbursement, so check with your plan first. Paying privately keeps your counseling out of insurance records, avoids a required diagnosis, and lets you choose your counselor and how long your sessions last.

At Foundations, each counseling or therapy session is $200. Your first consultation is always free, and you are able to meet with as many counselors as you need until you find the perfect match.

MST is an intensive, family- and community-based treatment program designed for adolescents with serious behavioral problems, addressing the various systems that influence their behavior, such as family, school, peers, and community.

MST is specifically designed for youth aged 12-17 who exhibit chronic or severe behavioral issues, such as delinquency, substance abuse, violent behavior, and school-related problems.

MST works by providing individualized, evidence-based interventions in the youth's natural environment. Therapists collaborate with families, schools, and other community resources to create a comprehensive treatment plan that addresses the unique needs of the youth.

The main goals of MST are to reduce criminal behavior, improve family functioning, enhance school performance, decrease out-of-home placements, and promote positive peer relationships and prosocial behavior.

MST is a short-term, yet intensive program, typically lasting between 3 to 5 months. The exact duration depends on the specific needs and progress of the youth and their family.

MST therapists typically meet with families multiple times per week. The frequency and duration of sessions are tailored to the family's needs, ensuring intensive support throughout the treatment.

MST's unique approach involves working within the youth's natural environment and addressing multiple interconnected systems, such as family, school, and peers. This holistic method ensures comprehensive and sustainable change.

Yes, MST is an evidence-based therapy with a strong track record of research demonstrating its effectiveness in reducing antisocial behavior and improving outcomes for troubled youth and their families.

Parents and caregivers play a crucial role in MST. They are actively involved in the treatment process, learning strategies to manage and improve their child's behavior, and supporting their long-term success.

Progress in MST is measured through regular assessments and evaluations. Therapists monitor improvements in behavior, family dynamics, school performance, and other key areas to ensure the treatment is effective.

To get started with MST, contact our practice to schedule an initial assessment. Our team will work with you to determine if MST is the right fit for your family and set up an appointment within 48 hours.

Yes. Foundations offers early morning, daytime, evening and Saturday appointments, and online sessions can add flexibility. Call 970.227.2770 or book online, tell us what times work for you, and we will match you with a counselor whose schedule fits.

There is no charge for any session cancelled at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled appointment time.

No. Foundations is private pay and does not bill insurance companies. If your plan has out of network benefits, we can give you documentation to submit for possible reimbursement, so check with your plan first. Paying privately keeps your counseling out of insurance records, avoids a required diagnosis, and lets you choose your counselor and how long your sessions last.

At Foundations, each counseling or therapy session is $200. Your first consultation is always free, and you are able to meet with as many counselors as you need until you find the perfect match.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on spotting and changing specific unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, often with structured worksheets and skills practice. Narrative therapy is more conversational. It looks at the larger story you tell about yourself, separates you from the problem, and builds on moments when the problem had less hold. Neither is better for everyone, and some counselors blend the two to fit your goals.

Not necessarily. Your past may come up if it shaped the story you carry about yourself, but narrative therapy does not require going back over every early memory. You and your counselor decide together which parts of your history matter for what you want to change now. Many sessions stay focused on the present and on the future you want.

No. Writing can be part of it, but narrative therapy is mostly conversation. The story in narrative therapy means the meaning you make of events, not a piece of writing. If you think in plain, practical terms, your counselor will meet you there. Some people like letters or journaling between sessions, and others never write a word.

Narrative therapy does not deny a diagnosis or replace medical care. It helps you look at how a label has shaped your sense of yourself, and at the parts of you the label does not describe. That can make it easier to manage symptoms and to keep working with your physician or other providers on treatment.

Yes. Because narrative therapy is built on conversation and questions, it works well in video sessions. Foundations offers online counseling anywhere in Colorado, and you can also meet in person at our Fort Collins office. Let us know your preference when you reach out and we will factor it into your match.

Yes. Foundations offers early morning, daytime, evening and Saturday appointments, and online sessions can add flexibility. Call 970.227.2770 or book online, tell us what times work for you, and we will match you with a counselor whose schedule fits.

There is no charge for any session cancelled at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled appointment time.

No. Foundations is private pay and does not bill insurance companies. If your plan has out of network benefits, we can give you documentation to submit for possible reimbursement, so check with your plan first. Paying privately keeps your counseling out of insurance records, avoids a required diagnosis, and lets you choose your counselor and how long your sessions last.

At Foundations, each counseling or therapy session is $200. Your first consultation is always free, and you are able to meet with as many counselors as you need until you find the perfect match.

OCD is a mental health disorder characterized by unwanted, recurring thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors (compulsions). These obsessions and compulsions interfere significantly with daily functioning and cause considerable distress.

Offer empathy and understanding, encourage them to seek treatment, educate yourself about OCD, and be patient. Avoid participating in their compulsions or reinforcing their fears.

Signs include persistent thoughts that cause stress, repetitive rituals or checking, a need for things to be in a perfect order, and behaviors aimed at alleviating anxiety that interfere with daily life.

OCD typically does not go away on its own and can become more severe if left untreated. Professional treatment is often necessary to manage the symptoms.

OCD therapy typically involves cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), specifically Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), which teaches you to face your fears and reduce your compulsive behaviors gradually.

Yes, children can develop OCD. Symptoms are similar to those in adults, and early treatment can help manage the symptoms and improve function.

Yes, OCD therapy often requires specific techniques, like ERP, which are tailored to address the unique aspects of OCD. General therapy might not adequately address or treat the specific challenges of OCD.

Facing one's fears can be emotionally challenging, especially in the early stages of ERP. However, these challenges are a normal part of therapy and are necessary for recovery.

That is a question for your physician or a psychiatrist, not your counselor. Foundations counselors provide talk therapy and do not prescribe or advise on medication. Talk therapy that targets OCD directly, such as exposure and response prevention, is a common first step on its own or alongside medical care. If you already take medication, let your counselor know so your care stays coordinated.

Yes. Foundations offers early morning, daytime, evening and Saturday appointments, and online sessions can add flexibility. Call 970.227.2770 or book online, tell us what times work for you, and we will match you with a counselor whose schedule fits.

There is no charge for any session cancelled at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled appointment time.

No. Foundations is private pay and does not bill insurance companies. If your plan has out of network benefits, we can give you documentation to submit for possible reimbursement, so check with your plan first. Paying privately keeps your counseling out of insurance records, avoids a required diagnosis, and lets you choose your counselor and how long your sessions last.

At Foundations, each counseling or therapy session is $200. Your first consultation is always free, and you are able to meet with as many counselors as you need until you find the perfect match.

It varies. Some parents come for a handful of sessions to work on one specific issue, like bedtime or screen time battles, and check back later. Others want steadier support through a longer season, such as a divorce or a teenager's hard year. Your counselor will set goals with you and check in about progress as you go.

Usually not. Parenting counseling is focused on you, so most sessions are with one or both parents. That can be a relief when a child is not ready for counseling or the problem is mostly about how the adults respond. If your counselor thinks your child would benefit from their own support, they will talk with you about child and teen or family counseling.

No. Parents come in at every stage: new parents adjusting to a baby, parents of school age kids with behavior struggles, parents of teens facing conflict or withdrawal, and parents of young adults working out a new kind of relationship. Your counselor tailors the work to your child's age and what is happening in your family right now.

Yes. Stepparents often feel stuck between wanting to help and not having the authority or relationship to set limits yet. Counseling can help you and your partner agree on roles, support each other in front of the kids, and give relationships with stepchildren time to grow. Family counseling is also available when the whole household wants to work on it.

Yes. Foundations offers secure online sessions anywhere in Colorado, which many parents find easier to fit around naps, school pickups and work. In person sessions are available in Fort Collins, Loveland and Windsor. Co-parents in different homes can each join online when a joint session makes sense and feels safe, and you can switch formats as your schedule changes.

Sometimes. If both parents are willing and it feels safe, a joint session can help you agree on routines, handoffs and how to talk about each other in front of the kids. If there is abuse, intimidation or a protective order, joint sessions are not appropriate, and your counselor will work with you individually instead.

Yes. Foundations offers early morning, daytime, evening and Saturday appointments, and online sessions can add flexibility. Call 970.227.2770 or book online, tell us what times work for you, and we will match you with a counselor whose schedule fits.

There is no charge for any session cancelled at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled appointment time.

No. Foundations is private pay and does not bill insurance companies. If your plan has out of network benefits, we can give you documentation to submit for possible reimbursement, so check with your plan first. Paying privately keeps your counseling out of insurance records, avoids a required diagnosis, and lets you choose your counselor and how long your sessions last.

At Foundations, each counseling or therapy session is $200. Your first consultation is always free, and you are able to meet with as many counselors as you need until you find the perfect match.

Personality disorder counseling is a therapeutic approach designed to help individuals who have been diagnosed with a personality disorder. This counseling aims to improve emotional regulation, interpersonal relationships, and self-awareness through various therapeutic techniques.

If you experience persistent challenges in the way you perceive yourself and others, struggle with emotional regulation, or have difficulties in relationships that significantly impact your life, you might benefit from this type of counseling.

Several talk therapies help. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) has the strongest research support for borderline personality disorder, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and psychodynamic therapy help with long standing patterns in how you think, feel and relate. Foundations counselors draw on approaches like these and choose them around your goals. Counselors do not prescribe medication, so questions about medication go to your physician.

Often, yes. Many personality patterns show up most clearly in close relationships: fear of being left, pulling away when things get close, intense conflict or trouble trusting. Counseling helps you notice those patterns as they happen, understand what drives them, and practice different responses, first with your counselor and then with the people in your life. Family members can sometimes join a session if that helps.

During sessions, therapists typically work with you to understand your thought patterns, emotions, and behaviors. The focus is often on developing coping strategies, enhancing interpersonal skills, and addressing any distressing thoughts or beliefs.

While personality disorders are often enduring, counseling can significantly help manage symptoms and improve functioning. The goal is to provide tools and strategies for better coping and relationships.

More common than many people think. The National Institute of Mental Health estimates that about 9 percent of U.S. adults have a personality disorder. They are also widely misunderstood: a personality disorder is a long standing pattern, not a character flaw, and many people with one have jobs, relationships and families. Treatment helps, and you do not need a formal diagnosis to start counseling.

This counseling is specifically tailored to address the complex challenges of personality disorders, focusing on long-standing patterns of thinking and behavior, unlike counseling for more situational or specific issues.

In some cases, family therapy can be a part of the treatment, especially if improving family dynamics is part of the therapeutic goal.

It's important to discuss any challenges with maintaining therapy with your counselor. They can provide strategies to help with consistency or adapt the treatment plan to better suit your needs.

Yes. Foundations offers early morning, daytime, evening and Saturday appointments, and online sessions can add flexibility. Call 970.227.2770 or book online, tell us what times work for you, and we will match you with a counselor whose schedule fits.

There is no charge for any session cancelled at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled appointment time.

No. Foundations is private pay and does not bill insurance companies. If your plan has out of network benefits, we can give you documentation to submit for possible reimbursement, so check with your plan first. Paying privately keeps your counseling out of insurance records, avoids a required diagnosis, and lets you choose your counselor and how long your sessions last.

At Foundations, each counseling or therapy session is $200. Your first consultation is always free, and you are able to meet with as many counselors as you need until you find the perfect match.

Play therapy is a form of psychotherapy that uses play to communicate with and help people, especially children, to prevent or resolve psychosocial challenges. This approach allows them to express their feelings, thoughts, and experiences naturally and self-guided.

Play therapy is most effective for children aged 3 to 12 years. However, its principles can also be adapted to help teenagers and adults, especially those who may benefit from non-verbal forms of therapy.

A typical play therapy session lasts between 30 and 50 minutes. The frequency and total number of sessions depend on the individual's needs but are usually conducted once a week.

Unlike regular play, play therapy is a structured, theoretically based approach to therapy that a trained therapist guides. It specifically aims to help individuals address and resolve their problems.

Play therapy can address a wide range of psychological issues and concerns, including trauma, anxiety, depression, behavioral problems, ADHD, autism, academic and social difficulties, grief, and family issues.

Yes, in some cases, therapists may involve parents in play therapy sessions, known as filial therapy, to improve the parent-child relationship and to teach parents therapeutic play skills to use at home.

If your child is exhibiting behavioral changes, emotional distress, difficulties with social interaction, or has experienced trauma, play therapy might be beneficial. Consulting with a play therapist can help determine the right approach.

No, play therapy aims to empower children by developing their problem-solving skills and resilience, thus reducing dependency on the therapist over time.

It depends on your child's age, what they are dealing with and how often they come. Some children make clear progress in a few months, while children working through trauma, grief or big family changes may need longer. Your counselor will share what they are seeing, check in with you about changes at home and school, and talk with you about when to space sessions out or finish.

Your child spends the session with toys, art supplies, games or other play materials chosen to help them express feelings. The counselor follows your child's lead, reflects what they notice and sometimes guides the play toward a skill or a hard topic. To your child it often looks like play, but the counselor is watching for themes and building the trust that makes change possible.

Yes. Foundations offers early morning, daytime, evening and Saturday appointments, and online sessions can add flexibility. Call 970.227.2770 or book online, tell us what times work for you, and we will match you with a counselor whose schedule fits.

There is no charge for any session cancelled at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled appointment time.

No. Foundations is private pay and does not bill insurance companies. If your plan has out of network benefits, we can give you documentation to submit for possible reimbursement, so check with your plan first. Paying privately keeps your counseling out of insurance records, avoids a required diagnosis, and lets you choose your counselor and how long your sessions last.

At Foundations, each counseling or therapy session is $200. Your first consultation is always free, and you are able to meet with as many counselors as you need until you find the perfect match.

It can. Postpartum depression can drain your energy, make bonding feel harder, and fill you with guilt or doubt about being a good parent. That is a symptom of a treatable condition, not a sign you are failing your baby. Counseling helps you feel more like yourself and more present. If you have thoughts of harming yourself or your baby, call or text 988 now.

Yes. Talk therapy such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) does not involve medication, so it fits alongside breastfeeding. Questions about medication, including whether it fits with breastfeeding, belong with your physician, OB, or midwife. Foundations provides talk therapy only and can coordinate with your medical provider.

Listen without trying to fix, name what you have noticed, and offer practical help with the baby and the home. NIMH notes that loved ones can help by encouraging a conversation with a health care provider. Offer to book a free consultation together. If she mentions self harm or harming the baby, call or text 988 right away.

Yes. Postpartum anxiety often shows up with postpartum depression, and our counselors treat both with talk therapy, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). Sessions are in person in Fort Collins, Loveland, and Windsor, private pay at about 200 dollars, and the first consultation is free.

Yes. Partners and fathers can also develop depression or anxiety after a baby arrives, often from sleep loss, stress and a big shift in identity and roles. It can show up as irritability, withdrawal, working more or drinking more rather than sadness. Foundations counselors work with partners too, individually or together, and the first consultation is free.

Sometimes symptoms ease, but waiting can mean months of struggling that do not need to happen. Mood changes that are severe or last longer than two weeks after birth are worth talking about with a counselor or your physician. Talk therapy such as CBT is an evidence based treatment, and most new clients at Foundations are seen within 48 hours.

Yes. Foundations offers early morning, daytime, evening and Saturday appointments, and online sessions can add flexibility. Call 970.227.2770 or book online, tell us what times work for you, and we will match you with a counselor whose schedule fits.

There is no charge for any session cancelled at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled appointment time.

No. Foundations is private pay and does not bill insurance companies. If your plan has out of network benefits, we can give you documentation to submit for possible reimbursement, so check with your plan first. Paying privately keeps your counseling out of insurance records, avoids a required diagnosis, and lets you choose your counselor and how long your sessions last.

At Foundations, each counseling or therapy session is $200. Your first consultation is always free, and you are able to meet with as many counselors as you need until you find the perfect match.

No. Childhood often comes up because early relationships shape how we cope, but you decide what to share and when. Many people start with what is hard right now, such as a conflict at work or a relationship that keeps ending the same way, and the connections to the past appear naturally over time. Your counselor follows your lead rather than digging for memories.

Yes. Psychodynamic therapy is a conversation, so it works well through secure video for many people. Online sessions are available anywhere in Colorado. Some people prefer meeting in person in Fort Collins because sitting in the same room helps them settle into deeper conversations. You can try either format and switch if one feels better.

It varies. Some people come for a focused stretch of a few months to work on one pattern, while others stay longer because they want deeper, lasting change. There is no set number of sessions. You and your counselor review how things are going along the way and decide together whether to continue, change focus or wrap up.

Yes. Research reviews, including a widely cited 2010 paper by Jonathan Shedler in American Psychologist, found that psychodynamic therapy produces benefits comparable to other evidence based therapies, and that gains often continue to grow after therapy ends. It has support for depression, anxiety and long standing relationship patterns. As with any therapy, the fit between you and your counselor matters as much as the method.

Not quite. Psychodynamic therapy grew out of psychoanalytic ideas, but traditional psychoanalysis usually meets several times a week over years. Psychodynamic therapy at Foundations is typically weekly, face to face or online, and more focused on what you want to change. It keeps the core idea that understanding hidden patterns gives you more freedom to choose how you respond.

Yes. Foundations offers early morning, daytime, evening and Saturday appointments, and online sessions can add flexibility. Call 970.227.2770 or book online, tell us what times work for you, and we will match you with a counselor whose schedule fits.

There is no charge for any session cancelled at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled appointment time.

No. Foundations is private pay and does not bill insurance companies. If your plan has out of network benefits, we can give you documentation to submit for possible reimbursement, so check with your plan first. Paying privately keeps your counseling out of insurance records, avoids a required diagnosis, and lets you choose your counselor and how long your sessions last.

At Foundations, each counseling or therapy session is $200. Your first consultation is always free, and you are able to meet with as many counselors as you need until you find the perfect match.

REBT is not meant to remove emotions. It separates feelings that fit a hard situation, such as disappointment or concern, from feelings that tend to make it worse, such as panic, rage or deep shame. Your counselor helps you notice which beliefs push you toward the second group, so you can still care about outcomes without being knocked flat by them.

It depends on what you bring and how long it has been going on. Some people find a few weeks of focused work helps with one specific pattern, while long standing concerns can take months or longer. Your counselor will check progress with you along the way, and you can ask at any point how things are going and what a realistic time frame looks like.

Yes. REBT translates well to video sessions because so much of it is conversation, questions and practice between sessions. Foundations offers online counseling anywhere in Colorado, and you can also meet in person at our Loveland or Windsor offices. Let us know your preference when you reach out and we will factor it into your match.

No. REBT does not ask you to pretend things are fine or repeat cheerful phrases. It asks whether a belief is accurate, logical and useful, and helps you replace demands with preferences that still take the problem seriously. You can still feel sad or concerned about a real loss or setback. The aim is to feel in proportion to what happened, not to feel nothing.

It means accepting yourself as a worthwhile person whether or not you succeed, are approved of or meet your own standards. You can still rate your actions and work to change them, without rating your whole self on a single mistake. Many people who come in for perfectionism, guilt or a harsh inner critic find this one of the most useful parts of the approach.

Yes. Foundations offers early morning, daytime, evening and Saturday appointments, and online sessions can add flexibility. Call 970.227.2770 or book online, tell us what times work for you, and we will match you with a counselor whose schedule fits.

There is no charge for any session cancelled at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled appointment time.

No. Foundations is private pay and does not bill insurance companies. If your plan has out of network benefits, we can give you documentation to submit for possible reimbursement, so check with your plan first. Paying privately keeps your counseling out of insurance records, avoids a required diagnosis, and lets you choose your counselor and how long your sessions last.

At Foundations, each counseling or therapy session is $200. Your first consultation is always free, and you are able to meet with as many counselors as you need until you find the perfect match.

Yes. Whether you are an adoptee searching for birth family or a birth parent who has been found, a reunion can stir up hope, fear and old grief. Your counselor can help you think through what you want from contact, how to pace it, and how to care for yourself whether the reunion goes well, stalls or does not happen.

No. Foundations counselors do not handle legal documents, consents or agency decisions, and they do not give legal advice. What your counselor can do is help you prepare emotionally, sort out the questions you want to ask, and process what you hear. For legal or placement questions, talk directly with an adoption attorney or a licensed adoption agency.

No. Many adoptees have closed records, partial information or a story that changed as they learned more. You can start with whatever you know and whatever you are feeling now. Counseling is not about filling in every gap; it is about understanding how your story affects you today and what you want to do with it.

No. Birth fathers, grandparents and siblings can feel the loss of a placement too, and they are welcome to reach out. Partners sometimes come in together when they made the decision together or see it differently. Tell us who is involved when you reach out, and we will match you with a counselor who works with relinquishment and adoption.

Yes. Foundations offers early morning, daytime, evening and Saturday appointments, and online sessions can add flexibility. Call 970.227.2770 or book online, tell us what times work for you, and we will match you with a counselor whose schedule fits.

There is no charge for any session cancelled at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled appointment time.

No. Foundations is private pay and does not bill insurance companies. If your plan has out of network benefits, we can give you documentation to submit for possible reimbursement, so check with your plan first. Paying privately keeps your counseling out of insurance records, avoids a required diagnosis, and lets you choose your counselor and how long your sessions last.

At Foundations, each counseling or therapy session is $200. Your first consultation is always free, and you are able to meet with as many counselors as you need until you find the perfect match.

Self-esteem counseling is a therapeutic approach focused on improving an individual's self-worth and confidence. Counselors help clients identify and challenge negative beliefs about themselves, fostering positive self-perception.

It can help you develop a more positive and realistic view of yourself, teach you coping strategies for negative thoughts, and improve your confidence in various aspects of life, including relationships and work.

Counseling addresses issues like chronic self-doubt, negative self-talk, social anxiety, perfectionism, fear of failure, and feelings of unworthiness.

Yes. What you share stays between you and your counselor, within the limits Colorado law sets, such as an immediate risk of harm to you or someone else or suspected abuse of a child. Your counselor explains those limits at the start. Because Foundations is private pay and does not bill insurance, no diagnosis is sent to an insurer to pay for your sessions.

Techniques include cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness practices, assertiveness training, and exercises to challenge and change negative beliefs.

Yes, as low self-esteem often contributes to anxiety and depression, improving self-esteem can have a positive impact on these conditions.

If you often feel inadequate, criticize yourself harshly, or have a persistent sense of not being good enough, seeking self-esteem counseling could be beneficial.

In the first session, your counselor will typically discuss your goals, background, and what you hope to achieve through counseling, setting the groundwork for future sessions.

Yes. Adolescence is when self-image takes shape, so low self-esteem often shows up as harsh self-talk, constant comparison online, perfectionism or avoiding new things. Foundations counselors who work with teens meet with them one on one, and parents can help set goals. If you are a parent, reach out and share what you are seeing, and we will match your teen with a counselor who fits.

Yes. Foundations offers secure online sessions anywhere in Colorado, along with in person sessions in Fort Collins, Loveland and Windsor. Self-esteem work, such as noticing self-critical thoughts and practicing new ways of responding, translates well to video. Some people start online because it feels less exposing and move to the office later, or the other way around.

It varies. Some people notice their inner critic quieting within a few months of regular sessions, while beliefs about worth that formed early in life often take longer to change. Your counselor sets goals with you, checks progress along the way, and you decide together how often to meet and when you are ready to stop.

Yes. Foundations offers early morning, daytime, evening and Saturday appointments, and online sessions can add flexibility. Call 970.227.2770 or book online, tell us what times work for you, and we will match you with a counselor whose schedule fits.

There is no charge for any session cancelled at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled appointment time.

No. Foundations is private pay and does not bill insurance companies. If your plan has out of network benefits, we can give you documentation to submit for possible reimbursement, so check with your plan first. Paying privately keeps your counseling out of insurance records, avoids a required diagnosis, and lets you choose your counselor and how long your sessions last.

At Foundations, each counseling or therapy session is $200. Your first consultation is always free, and you are able to meet with as many counselors as you need until you find the perfect match.

Sex counseling is a type of therapy that addresses sexual issues and concerns. It involves discussing and exploring sexual feelings, behaviors, and intimacy issues with a trained therapist to improve sexual health and relationships.

Yes, like all forms of therapy, sex counseling is confidential. Information is shared only with your consent, except in cases of legal obligation.

Yes. Sexual problems and relationship problems often feed each other, so sex counseling usually looks at communication, trust, stress and resentment as well as sex itself. You can come alone or with your partner. If the main concern is broader conflict or distance, our couples and intimacy counseling pages describe that work, and a counselor can help you decide where to start.

Yes. Approaches vary by counselor and by what you need. At Foundations, sex counseling is talk therapy: conversation, education about how desire and arousal work, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy skills for anxiety and shame, and sometimes gradual exercises you choose to try at home. Tell us what you are hoping for when you reach out, and we will match you with a counselor who fits.

Yes, sex counselors often address a wide range of issues, including those related to sexual orientation and gender identity, helping individuals and couples navigate these aspects of their sexual lives.

Anyone whose sexual life is causing worry or distress can benefit, single or partnered. People come in for low or mismatched desire, anxiety about performance, pain or discomfort with sex, shame from past messages about sexuality, or questions about identity and desire. If there could be a physical cause, such as erectile problems or pain, see your physician too, since counseling works best alongside medical care when it is needed.

No, sex counseling can be beneficial for individuals as well as couples. It helps address personal sexual issues and improve one's sexual well-being, whether in a relationship or not.

A sex counselor creates a safe and non-judgmental space. You’re encouraged to share details to the extent you’re comfortable, and this information helps the counselor understand and address your concerns.

No. Sex therapy at Foundations is talk therapy only. Sessions are private conversations with your counselor, fully clothed, and nothing physical happens in the room. Any exercises are suggestions you choose to try at home, alone or with a partner, at your own pace. If a medical exam is needed, such as for pain or erectile problems, your counselor will encourage you to see your physician.

Yes. Foundations offers early morning, daytime, evening and Saturday appointments, and online sessions can add flexibility. Call 970.227.2770 or book online, tell us what times work for you, and we will match you with a counselor whose schedule fits.

There is no charge for any session cancelled at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled appointment time.

No. Foundations is private pay and does not bill insurance companies. If your plan has out of network benefits, we can give you documentation to submit for possible reimbursement, so check with your plan first. Paying privately keeps your counseling out of insurance records, avoids a required diagnosis, and lets you choose your counselor and how long your sessions last.

At Foundations, each counseling or therapy session is $200. Your first consultation is always free, and you are able to meet with as many counselors as you need until you find the perfect match.

That is common, especially when you have been struggling for a while. Your counselor will ask small, specific questions, such as which part of the day is a little easier or what got you through last week. Even tiny differences count. Noticing them usually gets easier with practice, and they become the starting point for change.

Yes. Many counselors use solution focused questions alongside other methods such as cognitive behavioral therapy, especially when you want both practical goals and skills for handling thoughts and emotions. Tell us when you reach out what you are hoping for, and your counselor will shape the approach around you rather than fit you to one method.

No. Your counselor will listen to what is going wrong and take it seriously. The difference is where most of the session time goes: toward what you want instead, what has helped before and the next small step. Many people find this lifts some of the weight, because they are not retelling the hardest parts of their story every week.

It often suits people who have a fairly clear concern and want practical movement, such as a life transition, work stress, a relationship pattern or a habit they want to change. It is also used with teens and families. If you are not sure what you want yet, that is fine too. Figuring out the goal is part of the work.

Yes. Foundations offers secure online sessions anywhere in Colorado, and solution-focused work suits video well because it is built on conversation: describing what you want instead, rating progress on a scale and planning the next small step. In person sessions are available in Fort Collins and Loveland. You can start in either format and switch later.

Yes. Foundations offers early morning, daytime, evening and Saturday appointments, and online sessions can add flexibility. Call 970.227.2770 or book online, tell us what times work for you, and we will match you with a counselor whose schedule fits.

There is no charge for any session cancelled at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled appointment time.

No. Foundations is private pay and does not bill insurance companies. If your plan has out of network benefits, we can give you documentation to submit for possible reimbursement, so check with your plan first. Paying privately keeps your counseling out of insurance records, avoids a required diagnosis, and lets you choose your counselor and how long your sessions last.

At Foundations, each counseling or therapy session is $200. Your first consultation is always free, and you are able to meet with as many counselors as you need until you find the perfect match.

No. You decide how much of each session touches on faith or meaning. Some people come in to talk mainly about spiritual questions. Others come for anxiety, grief or a relationship issue and simply want a counselor who will not dismiss the role their beliefs play. Your counselor will check in with you and adjust as your needs change.

Then our Christian counseling page is the better starting point. That service integrates Christian faith, scripture and prayer into therapy for people who want it. Spirituality counseling is non denominational and does not assume any one tradition. Either way, tell us what you are looking for when you reach out and we will match you with a counselor whose approach fits.

Yes. Differences in faith can surface around marriage, parenting, holidays or family expectations. Foundations offers couples counseling where a counselor helps you both understand what your beliefs mean to each of you and find workable agreements, without taking a side on who is right. Mention the faith difference when you reach out so we can match you with a counselor who fits both of you.

Yes. Hurt, fear or shame from a religious community can affect sleep, relationships, self worth and how you feel about faith itself. Your counselor will not push you toward or away from belief. Together you can make sense of what happened, ease guilt or fear tied to old teachings, and decide what you want to keep. If flashbacks or constant alertness are part of it, our trauma therapy page explains that work.

Yes. Doubt and faith changes are some of the most common reasons people look for this kind of counseling. Your counselor will not steer you toward staying or leaving. The focus is on what you are experiencing, how it affects your relationships and sense of self, and what you want next. Many people find it a relief to say these things out loud for the first time.

Yes. Many people who reach out describe themselves as spiritual but not religious, agnostic, atheist or simply unsure. Spirituality counseling at Foundations is about what gives your life meaning and steadiness, whatever form that takes. You never have to adopt a belief, practice or vocabulary to belong here, and your counselor will use the words that feel right to you.

Yes. Foundations offers early morning, daytime, evening and Saturday appointments, and online sessions can add flexibility. Call 970.227.2770 or book online, tell us what times work for you, and we will match you with a counselor whose schedule fits.

There is no charge for any session cancelled at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled appointment time.

No. Foundations is private pay and does not bill insurance companies. If your plan has out of network benefits, we can give you documentation to submit for possible reimbursement, so check with your plan first. Paying privately keeps your counseling out of insurance records, avoids a required diagnosis, and lets you choose your counselor and how long your sessions last.

At Foundations, each counseling or therapy session is $200. Your first consultation is always free, and you are able to meet with as many counselors as you need until you find the perfect match.

Yes. It is built on conversation, so it works well over video. Foundations offers online counseling anywhere in Colorado, and in person sessions at our Fort Collins and Loveland offices. Let us know which you prefer when you reach out and we will factor it into your match.

That is one of the most common reasons people start counseling, and it is okay. Strengths are often hard to see from inside a rough season. Your counselor will help you look for them in small places: how you got through a hard week, what you keep showing up for, what you would do for a friend. You do not have to bring a list.

No. Positive thinking can ask you to ignore what hurts. Strength-based therapy names what is hard and also looks for the resources you have to face it. Your counselor will not push you to feel grateful or upbeat. The goal is a more accurate and more complete picture of yourself, not a cheerful one.

It is often a good fit. Young people hear a lot about what they need to fix, and noticing what they do well can build confidence and buy in. Parents may be asked to help spot and name strengths at home too. Ask when you reach out about counselors who work with your child's age group.

They are related but not the same. Solution-focused brief therapy is a specific short term model that asks what is already working and what small step comes next. Strength-based therapy is a broader way of working that can sit inside many approaches, including solution focused, cognitive behavioral or family counseling. Your counselor may blend them depending on your goals.

Yes. Foundations offers early morning, daytime, evening and Saturday appointments, and online sessions can add flexibility. Call 970.227.2770 or book online, tell us what times work for you, and we will match you with a counselor whose schedule fits.

There is no charge for any session cancelled at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled appointment time.

No. Foundations is private pay and does not bill insurance companies. If your plan has out of network benefits, we can give you documentation to submit for possible reimbursement, so check with your plan first. Paying privately keeps your counseling out of insurance records, avoids a required diagnosis, and lets you choose your counselor and how long your sessions last.

At Foundations, each counseling or therapy session is $200. Your first consultation is always free, and you are able to meet with as many counselors as you need until you find the perfect match.

Trauma counseling is a form of therapy specifically designed to help individuals process and recover from traumatic experiences. It involves various techniques to address the emotional, psychological, and physical effects of trauma.

If you're experiencing symptoms like flashbacks, anxiety, avoidance behaviors, mood swings, or any distressing feelings related to a traumatic event, trauma counseling might be beneficial for you.

Trauma counseling can address a wide range of traumatic experiences, including but not limited to, physical or sexual assault, accidents, natural disasters, military combat, and emotional abuse.

Yes, trauma therapy is often an essential part of treatment for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), helping individuals manage symptoms and work through their traumatic experiences.

Approaches vary by counselor, and the right fit depends on your history and goals. Common trauma informed methods include cognitive behavioral approaches for stuck thoughts, grounding and mindfulness skills for moments of overwhelm, and body focused techniques that notice how stress shows up physically. Ask your counselor which methods they use and why. A good plan builds safety and coping skills before going deeper into painful memories.

Yes. Foundations offers online counseling anywhere in Colorado, plus in person sessions in Fort Collins, Loveland and Windsor. Many people find trauma work easier from a familiar, safe place at home. Others prefer an office, where the session has a clear start and end. Think about privacy and what helps you feel settled afterward, and tell us your preference when you reach out.

While discussing your trauma can be part of the healing process, therapists are trained to approach this sensitively. You won't be forced to share more than you're comfortable with, and the therapy will progress at a pace that feels right for you.

Your first session is mostly about getting to know each other and making sure you feel safe. Your counselor will ask what brings you in, how you are coping, and what you hope will change. You do not need to share the details of what happened. Together you will start a plan, often beginning with skills for sleep, stress and hard moments before working through painful memories.

Call or text 988, the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, any time, day or night. If you are in immediate danger, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. Foundations offers scheduled outpatient talk therapy, not crisis services, so please do not wait for a session or a returned message. Once you are safe, counseling can help you work through what led to that point.

Yes. Foundations offers early morning, daytime, evening and Saturday appointments, and online sessions can add flexibility. Call 970.227.2770 or book online, tell us what times work for you, and we will match you with a counselor whose schedule fits.

There is no charge for any session cancelled at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled appointment time.

No. Foundations is private pay and does not bill insurance companies. If your plan has out of network benefits, we can give you documentation to submit for possible reimbursement, so check with your plan first. Paying privately keeps your counseling out of insurance records, avoids a required diagnosis, and lets you choose your counselor and how long your sessions last.

At Foundations, each counseling or therapy session is $200. Your first consultation is always free, and you are able to meet with as many counselors as you need until you find the perfect match.

Not necessarily. Many families begin with caregiver only sessions, because the adults' responses shape so much of what happens at home. Your counselor may invite your child, a teen, or the whole family to some sessions depending on age and goals. If you co-parent, it helps when both caregivers take part, even if only occasionally.

Often, yes. TBRI asks what a behavior is protecting a child from before deciding how to respond. A child who refuses, runs or melts down may be scared, hungry, overwhelmed or unsure the adult will stay. Your counselor helps you spot those triggers and respond in ways that stay firm and kind, which over time can lower the intensity of hard moments.

Yes. Kinship caregivers often face the same challenges as adoptive and foster parents, along with complicated family loyalties and grief. TBRI informed counseling can help you understand your grandchild or relative's behavior, set loving limits, and care for yourself in a role you may not have planned for. Online sessions make it easier to fit counseling into a full household.

No. You do not need to have taken a TBRI course or read any books first. Your counselor will explain the ideas as they come up and connect them to what is happening in your home. If you want to learn more on your own, the Karyn Purvis Institute of Child Development at TCU offers resources for caregivers. Foundations does not run parent classes.

It varies. Some families notice calmer evenings within a few weeks once routines and connection improve, while deeper trust usually takes longer for a child whose early life taught them adults were not safe. Setbacks are common, especially around transitions, visits or anniversaries. Your counselor helps you plan for those and track progress realistically.

Yes. Foundations offers early morning, daytime, evening and Saturday appointments, and online sessions can add flexibility. Call 970.227.2770 or book online, tell us what times work for you, and we will match you with a counselor whose schedule fits.

There is no charge for any session cancelled at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled appointment time.

No. Foundations is private pay and does not bill insurance companies. If your plan has out of network benefits, we can give you documentation to submit for possible reimbursement, so check with your plan first. Paying privately keeps your counseling out of insurance records, avoids a required diagnosis, and lets you choose your counselor and how long your sessions last.

At Foundations, each counseling or therapy session is $200. Your first consultation is always free, and you are able to meet with as many counselors as you need until you find the perfect match.

Call 970-227-2770 or reach out through our website, and tell us you need weekend times and what you would like help with. We match you with a counselor who has Saturday availability, and your free consultation is the first meeting with that counselor. First appointments are usually available within 48 hours. If Saturdays do not work, early morning and evening times are also available.

Weekend counseling can address a range of issues including anxiety, depression, relationship problems, stress management, grief, and personal growth challenges.

The therapeutic approach remains consistent regardless of the day. The only difference is the convenience of weekend availability.

Yes. Online sessions are available anywhere in Colorado, so a Saturday appointment can happen from home without driving to an office. This can help when weekends are busy with family, errands or travel. In person sessions are available at our offices in Fort Collins, Loveland and Windsor. Tell us which you prefer when you reach out, and we will factor it into your match.

Usually, yes. Once you are matched with a counselor who works Saturdays, you can typically set up a regular time and see the same person each week or every other week. Consistency matters because trust builds over time. If your schedule changes, your counselor can look at other days and times with you, and our Counselor Match Guarantee still applies if the fit is not right.

Yes. Foundations offers early morning, daytime, evening and Saturday appointments, and online sessions can add flexibility. Call 970.227.2770 or book online, tell us what times work for you, and we will match you with a counselor whose schedule fits.

There is no charge for any session cancelled at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled appointment time.

No. Foundations is private pay and does not bill insurance companies. If your plan has out of network benefits, we can give you documentation to submit for possible reimbursement, so check with your plan first. Paying privately keeps your counseling out of insurance records, avoids a required diagnosis, and lets you choose your counselor and how long your sessions last.

At Foundations, each counseling or therapy session is $200. Your first consultation is always free, and you are able to meet with as many counselors as you need until you find the perfect match.