Business Details
25 Years
experience
Your Trusted Mental Health Therapist in Fort Collins, CO
Chan, Poling is a licensed clinical social worker dedicated to fostering personal growth through psychotherapy. Since 2001, I have provided specialized care for adults and children in Colorado, focusing on trauma, grief, attachment, and relationship issues. My practice emphasizes systemic thinking, integrating body-oriented approaches like EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, and Gestalt Therapy to address emotional and psychological challenges. With a background in outreach and school counseling, I bring a bilingual perspective shaped by my upbringing in Hong Kong and professional training at Washington University in St. Louis. My approach prioritizes collaboration, utilizing art and mindfulness practices to help clients discover their strengths.I hold certifications in multiple therapeutic modalities and maintain ongoing professional development to ensure effective, compassionate care. My practice in Fort Collins, Colorado, offers a welcoming environment for individual, couples, and family sessions, alongside educational classes like QiGong and restorative yoga. I accept Medicare and provide superbills for out-of-network reimbursement, ensuring accessibility for diverse clients. My commitment to continuous self-care and professional growth informs my therapeutic practice, which is further enriched by personal experiences in yoga, qigong, and outdoor activities in the Colorado mountains.
Services
Trauma Therapy
Anxiety Management
Depression Counseling
Attachment Therapy
Grief Counseling
EMDR Therapy
Somatic Experiencing
Gestalt Therapy
Family Therapy
Mindfulness Classes
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of experience in trauma and mental health therapy.
- Our approach integrates EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, and Gestalt Therapy techniques.
- We provide bilingual counseling services for diverse client needs.
- Our practice combines art, mindfulness, and body-oriented therapeutic methods.
- We accept Medicare and offer superbills for out-of-network reimbursement.
Services
Trauma Therapy
Specialized trauma treatment using EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) to reprocess distressing memories. This evidence-based approach activates bilateral brain stimulation through eye movements or tactile stimulation, helping clients build coping resources. Ideal for individuals seeking relief from traumatic experiences and anxiety-related symptoms.
Somatic Experiencing
Physiology-based trauma resolution focusing on bodily sensations and energy discharge. This neuroscience-informed method helps clients overcome fight-or-flight responses and developmental attachment wounds. Sessions guide clients through mindful body awareness to transform chronic stress patterns into grounded resilience.
Gestalt Therapy
Holistic approach emphasizing current experiences and self-awareness. Utilizes techniques like the empty chair dialogue to explore internal conflicts and relationship dynamics. Designed to help clients understand their thought-emotion-behavior connections for improved emotional regulation and interpersonal effectiveness.
Family Therapy
Systemic intervention addressing family dynamics and communication patterns. Combines play therapy for children with parent education to strengthen attachment bonds. Effective for resolving intergenerational conflicts and improving emotional connections across all family members.
Mindfulness Classes
Weekly QiGong and restorative yoga sessions promoting stress reduction and body-mind integration. These experiential classes teach practical techniques for maintaining emotional balance and enhancing overall well-being through movement and breath awareness.
People
Chan, Poling
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Chan, Poling is a Colorado-licensed clinical social worker with 20+ years of experience in trauma therapy. Specializing in EMDR and Somatic Experiencing, they combine Western psychology with Eastern mindfulness practices. Their practice serves adults and children from diverse backgrounds.
Questions
What insurance plans do you accept?
We currently accept Medicare (not Medicare Advantage). For other plans, we provide superbills for out-of-network reimbursement.
What should I bring to my first appointment?
Please complete the client information and signature forms beforehand. Bring your medical insurance card if applicable.
Do you offer family or couples therapy sessions?
Yes, sessions can be individual, with significant others, or include family members based on client preferences.
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
We integrate EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, and Gestalt Therapy, combining body-oriented techniques with mindfulness practices.
Are there group classes available?
Yes, we offer weekly QiGong on Tuesdays and restorative yoga on Wednesdays for stress reduction and wellness.
