Compassionate Mental Health Care in Longmont, CO –
Heal, Grow, and Thrive with Animal-Assisted Support

At Good Talk Counseling, we understand that mental health care is deeply personal—and that healing looks different for everyone. That's why we offer a flexible range of counseling services tailored to meet your unique needs, supported by the calming presence of therapy animals and, when desired, the restorative power of nature.

Good Talk Counseling proudly accepts Colorado Medicaid (Health First Colorado), including coverage through Northeast Health Partners (NE Health Partners) and Colorado Community Health Alliance (CCHA). We offer high-quality, compassionate mental health services—including animal-assisted therapy and nature-based sessions—to eligible clients in Baca, Bent, Boulder, Broomfield, Cheyenne,  Clear Creek, Crowley, Elbert, El Paso, Gilpin, Jefferson, Kit Carson, Kiowa, Lincoln, Larimer, Logan, Morgan, Otero, Park, Phillips, Prowers, Sedgwick, Teller, Washington, Weld, and Yuma counties. For those not covered by Medicaid, we also offer a sliding scale fee, with session rates capped at $100 to ensure affordability and access to care for all.

Our practice offers adults individual and group therapy sessions. Whether you're navigating a life transition, processing grief, embracing your neurodivergent identity, or seeking support through trauma-informed, anxiety, or aging-related challenges, we're here for you.

SUPPORT SPECIALTIES

Aging Support

Aging brings emotional, cognitive, and social changes. Our therapists are experienced in supporting older adults and their caregivers as they navigate the challenges of aging, including retirement, changing roles, chronic illness, memory concerns, loneliness, and end-of-life reflection with dignity, purpose, and connection.

Grief and Loss Counseling

Whether you or your family is grieving the loss of a loved one, a companion or a service animal, a relationship, or a chapter of your life, our therapists provide a space for your sorrow to be seen, held, and gently supported while guiding the process and helping you cope with disenfranchised grief and the pain of loss.

Neurodiversity

We embrace and celebrate neurodivergent clients, including those with ADHD, autism, and other cognitive variations, and tailor our approach to honor their communication style, sensory needs, and identity. We aim to help reduce distress and provide access to tools for self-advocacy, building confidence, and promoting overall well-being.

Trauma-Informed

We provide trauma-informed care for adults navigating the impact of past experiences. Our compassionate approach helps clients process safely, build resilience, and regain a sense of control, often with the support of animal-assisted therapy, which creates a calming and trusting environment for healing and recovery.

Life Changes & Transitions

Whether you're facing a new job, a relationship change (such as marriage, divorce, parenthood, etc.), a move, retirement, or an identity shift, we offer a space to process and adapt. Our therapists support clients through uncertainty with empathy and practical tools for navigating significant change.

Anxiety

Anxiety can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to face it alone. We help clients of all ages understand the roots of anxiety and other related conditions, develop coping strategies, and restore a sense of calm and confidence. Animal-assisted and nature-based therapies can further ease nervous system stress during sessions.

Populations Not Served

To ensure we provide the highest quality of care within our expertise, we do not serve as primary providers for the following issues:

• Eating disorders

• Alcohol & substance use disorder

• Addiction

• Violent offenders

• Sex offenders

We refer clients with primary concerns outside our specialization areas to providers equipped to offer the appropriate care.

SESSION OPTIONS

Individual Counseling

One-on-one therapy sessions tailored to your goals, experiences, and individual healing process. Our therapists provide a compassionate and nonjudgmental space for exploring challenges, fostering resilience, and discovering clarity. Animal-assisted and nature-based options are available upon request.

Group Counseling

Shared experiences can be a powerful catalyst for healing. Our therapist-led support groups provide a safe environment to build connections, gain insight, and feel less alone on your journey. Group services are focused on specific areas such as:

• Grief and Loss: Facilitating group sessions for individuals coping with the loss of loved ones, including companion and service animals.

• Life Transitions: Providing group support for those navigating significant life changes, offering a sense of community and shared understanding.

Animal-Assisted Therapy

Let a companion join you on your path to healing. Our certified and other animal partners help ease anxiety, build trust, and create a warm, grounded environment for therapeutic work. Sessions are designed to thoughtfully integrate animal support in the therapeutic process based on each client's comfort, unique needs, preferences, and goals.

Nature-Based Therapy

Nature is a natural healer. We embrace its restorative power. For clients who find nourishment in the outdoors, we offer walk-and-talk therapy sessions or outdoor animal-assisted sessions in our serene, peaceful natural spaces, spanning five acres. This option is ideal for individuals who benefit from movement, fresh air, and connection to the rhythms and wonders of nature.

In-office

For those who prefer face-to-face connection, Good Talk Counseling offers in-office therapy sessions in a warm, welcoming space located in Longmont, CO. Our office is designed to be calming, comfortable, and pet-friendly, with the optional presence of certified facility dogs or other animal partners to support your healing process. In-person sessions provide a grounding environment for deeper connection and emotional presence. We also offer accessible parking and flexible scheduling to make your experience as stress-free as possible.

Teletherapy

We offer secure, convenient teletherapy sessions for clients across Colorado, making compassionate mental health support more accessible than ever. Through encrypted video platforms, you can meet with your therapist from the comfort of your own home, office, or any private space—no commute or in-person scheduling required. Teletherapy is a flexible, effective option for individuals managing anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief, or simply seeking consistent care in a way that fits into a busy life. Whether you live in Longmont or elsewhere in the state, we're here to support your journey with the same warmth, presence, and professionalism you'd expect from an in-person session.

In-Home

Our therapists bring therapeutic care to your doorstep. Good Talk Counseling offers in-home mental health therapy for clients in and around Longmont, CO, providing compassionate, personalized support in the comfort and privacy of your own space. In-home sessions are ideal for individuals who feel more at ease outside of a clinical setting or who face barriers to traditional in-office visits.

Community-Based

Healing doesn’t always happen in an office—and at Good Talk Counseling, it doesn’t have to. We provide community-based mental health services across Longmont and surrounding areas, meeting clients in settings that feel safe, familiar, and empowering. These sessions may take place in a park, at a community center, during a walk-and-talk in a local neighborhood, or in another mutually agreed-upon location. Community-based counseling is especially helpful for clients who thrive in real-world environments, benefit from movement, or are working on skills like emotional regulation and social engagement outside traditional therapy spaces.