Emily Bowman
LPC, CACIII
find your free.
About
Welcome! I look forward to being part of your growth through therapy, training, consultation, and/or information I can share with you on this site. I have always been passionate about healing and growth, and I feel grateful to be able to share that passion with the world and to guide people through their healing journeys in a variety of ways. I look forward to helping you "find your free" in whatever way works best for you!
**note: my practice is currently full and I am not accepting new clients, but please feel free to browse this site for resources related to healing and growth**
Therapy
I provide individual and family therapy for people in many different situations and for people with a variety of life experiences. I believe that all of us need occasional assistance in our healing journeys to explore what might be interfering with feeling fully free, and also in discovering the paths that are most true for us as individuals. I also believe in a holistic approach to wellness in which all aspects of a person are given equal attention. I have been trained in a variety of techniques, and I will take your unique needs and circumstances into account when considering which techniques or approaches might work best for you. I believe strongly that you are the expert on yourself, and therapy works best when we collaborate to figure out what you need and how to get there.
I work with children over the age of 5, adolescents, and adults. I have been in the field for over 20 years, and I have experience working with a variety of life transition, mental health, grief/loss, and spiritual issues. I am also a Certified Addictions Counselor, and I have experience with issues related to substance abuse and other addictions. In addition to having been trained in a variety of traditional therapeutic methods, I have also been trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR). In my work with children I use play therapy since play is the language children use to express themselves. With children, adolescents, and adults, I often use art in therapy as a means of expression and also as a way to bypass analytical and intellectual perspectives on issues by going into deeper and more intuition-based perspectives.
Training/Consultation
In addition to therapy, I also provide training and consultation for agencies, organizations, and any other groups of people who want to learn and expand. I have provided trainings on a variety of topics, including Stress Management, Burnout, Self-Care, Habit Change, Understanding Addiction, Emotion Regulation, Parenting, Communication, Mindfulness, Conflict Resolution, and Trauma. I have also worked with several agencies and organizations to help identify and address systemic issues. I would love to collaborate with you to determine your specific needs and put together a training and/or program that will benefit your group.
Writing
Writing is another way that I fulfill my calling to heal and guide. I will be posting on this website blog articles I've written about a variety of topics that may be helpful in your growth process. Many times I see several clients struggling with similar issues, and I like to write short articles with practical tips in the hope that help in these areas can be easily accessible to anyone who needs it.
I also write poetry around themes of growth and expansion, and I have included some of them on the blog as well. Many of the poems have been inspired by insights I have gained from my clients in therapy sessions. I am so grateful for the learning and wisdom I discover throughout the therapeutic process, and in sharing it, my hope is that you will be able to use it for your own healing and expansion.
I have also published two books that can be used as guides for your healing journey. reflect & expand is a book of 12 poems and accompanying prompts that can be used in journaling, meditation, dialogue, etc.Your Own Front Door is a list journal with guided prompts to help you connect more deeply to yourself so that you can, ultimately, live a more fulfilling and intentional life.
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...do not be afraid to turn all that is still tender and awake within you toward the sun's sweet mercy when everything else in you begs to remain numb and asleep, safe and sealed in the darkness...
About Me
I have lived in Western Colorado since 2007, and I enjoy spending my free time outside, biking, hiking, camping, and experiencing all that our area has to offer. I also spend much of my time in creative pursuits, including writing, painting, photography, stand-up comedy, and music.
Providing a safe, non-judgmental, and meaningful therapeutic experience is at the forefront of my work with clients. The healing process is truly a collaborative experience, and I look forward to participating in this process with you.
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