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In my experience, people seek counseling for many different reasons. Although life can be challenging and sometimes difficult, I believe that with support and effective strategies, we can all find a way to thrive in any situation at any stage of life. There are times when we need help processing losses and painful situations as well and I believe therapy can help anyone find relief from pain in these distressing situations.
Through non-judgmental and supportive listening it may be possible to help you identify the causes of your distress as well as to explore strengths you can use to improve your overall sense of well-being when life’s difficulties confuse and overwhelm you. The use of long term and short term goals can also be very helpful for anyone in determining treatment strategies and the direction of therapy. I have found Dialectical Behavioral Therapy to be very effective in strengthening self-esteem and confidence, as well as increasing independence, and in improving decision making, relationship health, emotion regulation, and a more positive mood. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy can be very effective in helping you to identify and replace damaging, distressing and ineffective thinking patterns with those that can help you achieve your goals in life and improve your emotional health.
My name is Toni Kooy and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Colorado. I have been working in the substance abuse and mental health field since 2004. I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and a Master’s Degree in Counseling, both, from the University of Colorado.
I have worked with clients primarily, in the rural and urban community mental health center setting and have worked with a variety of clients from the age of 4 years old to the age of 80 years old . I have extensive training and experience with clients who struggle with problems related to mood and emotions as well as trauma and grief. I have received extensive training in trauma, which included EMDR. Thus, I have worked with many clients who were experiencing the symptoms of trauma in my past employment. In the past, I have worked as a musician, a construction worker, a nanny, a home-maker, and an assembly worker as well as my current 21-year career as a therapist, so I bring a varied and non-judgmental life perspective to the therapeutic process as well as a flexible schedule.
You have already gained insight into your situation and have utilized strength to seek help. If you would like to continue in your journey toward a life in which you can thrive, I would be honored to join you in your walk.
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Toni Kooy is a Colorado-based Licensed Professional Counselor who believes people can grow and thrive with the right support and strategies. She approaches counseling with a warm, non-judgmental stance and helps clients navigate life’s challenges at any stage.
Through attentive listening and collaborative planning, Toni helps people identify the sources of distress and build on existing strengths. She uses both short-term and long-term goals to shape treatment and offers evidence-based approaches such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy to boost self-esteem, improve emotion regulation, strengthen decision making, and support healthier relationships, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help replace unhelpful thinking patterns that get in the way of personal goals and emotional well-being.
She has worked in the substance abuse and mental health field since 2004 and brings 20 years of professional experience. Toni earned a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a Master’s degree in Counseling, both from the University of Colorado, and is licensed to practice as a professional counselor in the state of Colorado.
Her clinical background includes work in both rural and urban community mental health settings, supporting clients from childhood through older adulthood—from age 4 up to age 80. She has extensive training in trauma, including training in EMDR, and has helped many people who were experiencing trauma-related symptoms.
Prior to and alongside her counseling career, Toni has held a variety of roles—musician, construction worker, nanny, home-maker, and assembly worker—which contribute to a broad, non-judgmental life perspective and a flexible approach to scheduling. Having already taken the step to seek help, prospective clients bring useful insight and strength; Toni would be honored to support them on their journey toward a more thriving life.
Many people wonder whether remote counseling can truly help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or life transitions, online therapy has been shown to be as effective as traditional in-person sessions.
One of the main benefits is convenience – clients can connect in the way that best fits their life, whether by video call, phone, live chat, or in-app messaging. This flexibility makes it easier to maintain continuity of care around work, family, and other commitments.
All therapists offering these services are licensed professionals, and clients may choose to change therapists if they feel a different fit would be more helpful. For many people, remote therapy provides an effective and adaptable way to access support and work toward their goals.
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