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Dr. Teresa Christensen
LPC, NCC, RPT-S
​I have provided mental health counseling to clients affected by abuse/trauma, divorce, and various mental health conditions for the past 25 years in Idaho, Louisiana, Virginia, and now Colorado. In addition, I offer professional training and clinical supervision in the US & Internationally. I have been a Full-Time professor of Counseling and Clinical Supervision since 1999. I am an Approved Provider of Play Therapy Education (APT Provider #07-197) by the Association for Play Therapy. I facilitate play therapy institutes and workshops throughout the United States and Internationally in Italy and Ireland.
Renee Lockhart
MA, LPCC
I graduated in 2022 from Adams State University with a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health. I enjoy and am experienced in partnering with clients of all ages and from diverse backgrounds and needs.
I believe we all have the intrinsic ability to know what we need if given the space, time, and environment to connect within ourselves and through a therapeutic relationship. With warmth and authenticity, I strive to offer protected and restorative experiences, where growing into self-discovery, healthy healing and authentic self-acceptance is possible.
From therapeutic play and creative art expressions to traditional talk therapy and somatic awareness, my foundational approach is relational, client-centered and developmentally mindful.
Laurel Nook
MA, LPCC
I have worked with children and families for 20 years with experience in Behavioral Mental Health as a counselor at Children’s Hospital of Colorado and an Art Educator in Denver Public Schools. I graduated in 2022 with my Master’s in Counseling from Regis University. I believe in the importance of supporting youth, families, and adults by embracing their connection to self and others. I am warm and relational in my humanistic approach with a wacky sense of humor. I am honored to walk alongside you and understand how courageous it is to seek support. There is no one size fits all approach in therapy. In addition to psychotherapy, I believe in the beauty of expressing the turmoil within by using art, sand tray, nature, and play therapy techniques.
Payton Rae
MA, LPC
I graduated from Regis University with a Master’s in Counseling in 2020. I have extensive background working with children and adolescents in various treatment levels including residential, inpatient psychiatric, and in individual capacities. I can offer a judgment free space where kiddos can explore their inner worlds and work through their toughest obstacles. I approach each client differently depending on their needs and interests. Clients can expect to feel listened to and understood in a world that often dismisses or belittles their experiences as a child or adolescent. I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship and work hard to allow clients to feel comfortable and welcome. I am credentialed with Aetna, Cigna, Oxford, United Healthcare, Oscar Health, and Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Colorado.
Ted Nelson
MA, LPCC
As a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate (LPCC) with a Master of Arts in Counseling from Regis University, I am deeply committed to supporting individuals in overcoming emotional and psychological challenges. My passion lies in utilizing play therapy and person-centered approaches to create a safe and empathetic therapeutic environment where clients can explore and heal. With experience in conducting assessments, developing personalized treatment plans, and providing individual and group counseling, I am dedicated to meeting the unique needs of diverse client populations. In addition to my role at Evergreen Play Therapy Institute, I serve as a part-time Kids Success Behavioral Therapist with Jewish Family Services in Denver. My proficiency in Spanish at a B1/B2 level allows me to connect with clients from diverse cultural backgrounds. I am committed to ongoing professional development and continual learning to ensure that I provide the highest level of care and support to those I serve.