Fort Collins Therapists
1221 E Elizabeth Street, Suite 3
Sadie Adams, LPCC
she/her
Individual therapy | Adults, adolescents age 9+
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Sadie is passionate about social justice and advocacy, which allow her to deepen her understanding of the people and environment around us. As a cisgender, pansexual, neurodiverse, able-bodied, queer, white woman, Sadie recognizes that the identities we hold influence the way we show up in the world, as well as the way that society shows up for us.
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Sadie learns about each client's passions, frustrations, difficulties and the many other characteristics that make her clients who they are. Her approach is person-centered, multicultural, and informed by the belief that clients are the experts on their experiences. She utilizes mindfulness and resilience-building techniques to empower clients to develop skills for managing life’s challenges.
Sadie works with adults and adolescents age 9 and older, addressing concerns related to anxiety, depression, trauma, self esteem, and interpersonal concerns. She incorporates identities, relationships, and past experiences into the therapy process, working collaboratively to gain insight into her clients’ unique stories. Amid a safe and affirming therapeutic relationship, Sadie creates the space for each individual to explore, grow, and lean into their authentic selves.
Sadie holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology as a well as a master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling from the University of Northern Colorado.
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Kaine Fredrickson, LPCC
he/him
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Individual & couples therapy | Adults
In therapy, we navigate new and longstanding struggles and begin to find relief from struggle, isolation, emptiness, and sometimes years of deeply held pain within the support of a trusting relationship. Having someone to hold space for you and your experiences helps pave the way for healing.
Kaine believes a secure framework is critical for impactful therapeutic work and strives to build authentic connections with his clients while assisting with creating a sense of safety and empowerment. Person-centered and narrative approaches characterize Kaine's orientation to therapy along with elements of CBT, DBT, family systems and attachment-based work.
Kaine has specialized training and experience in couples therapy and has completed Gottman Level I and II training. He also works with individual clients including those with trauma, depression, anxiety, life transitions, and career concerns.
Kaine received a master's degree in counseling with an emphasis in marriage, couples and family counseling. His background includes working with college students and other adults experiencing difficulty with transitions, career choices and mood disorders.
Carter Holmes, LPC
he/him
Individual therapy | Adults
Carter's primary intention is for his clients to achieve meaningful change and connection in their lives. His hope is that they may find joy and fulfillment in ways that may have been missing.
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Carter is skilled in treating trauma, depression, anxiety, and self esteem issues, as well as life transitions and career changes. His approach to treatment is strongly influenced by the needs of each individual and Carter feels drawn to exploring the nuanced impacts of his clients' life circumstances, environment, and upbringing.
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Carter brings an emphasis on each client's unique worldview to the therapeutic relationship and utilizes a person-centered approach with mindfulness techniques, cognitive behavioral skills, and other interventions based on the individual's needs. Carter's clients tend to be college students and other adults, some of whom are looking to explore relationship dynamics. He has a passion for working with the LGBTQIA+ community among other diverse populations.
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Carter received a master’s degree in counseling and career development with an emphasis in clinical mental health counseling from Colorado State University. His training and experience enable him to treat a wide range of adult mental health concerns in individual and group therapy settings.
Hannah Hunsberger, LPCC
she/her
Individual therapy | Adults, teens
Hannah believes in the healing power of the body, and by cultivating a safe, judgment-free space, we can listen to the deep knowledge it holds. Hannah supports and guides individuals as they explore their inner worlds.
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Hannah tailors treatment to the needs of those she works with. It may be that wounds from the past need attention, or the impacts of stress in daily life is a pressing focus. She integrates multiple modalities, drawing from strengths-based and mindfulness approaches, attachment theory and behavioral therapies including CBT, ACT and DBT.
Attuning to the approach that fits for each client is a strength Hannah brings to therapy. She is adept at supporting clients struggling with anxiety, life transitions, relationship issues, depression, and attachment disorders. In her work with teens, Hannah focuses on emotion regulation and fostering a space for teens to feel they can be themselves. She emphasizes self-expression, authenticity and grounded empowerment.
Hannah holds a master's degree in clinical and counseling psychology from Chestnut Hill College. Her clinical experience spans all ages and includes anxiety disorders, trauma, and ADHD in settings that include outpatient treatment and within the school system. Hannah is passionate about continual growth and development, which she exudes in and outside of the therapy room.
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Lauren Stanley, LCSW
she/her
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Individual therapy | Adults 30+
Lauren believes relationships are fundamental to our ability to thrive as human beings. She feels it's within trusting and secure relationships that we heal from past wounds and learn new ways of coping with life's difficulties.
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A sense of meaning and purpose can have extraordinary impacts on the ability to overcome struggles. Lauren helps clients leverage the elements in their lives that hold meaning for them. She has extensive formal training in psychodynamic psychotherapy and approaches therapy through a lens informed by family systems theory, dialectical behavior therapy and existentialism.
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Lauren believes we each possess the capacity for connection, and that it's not always possible to know how much lighter we can feel until some of the weight is lifted. She specializes in grief and loss and the complexities associated with aging. Lauren also works with those struggling with anxiety, chronic depression, and brings heartfelt compassion to those experiencing the impacts of caregiving.
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Lauren holds a master's degree in social work from the University of Houston and completed a post-graduate clinical fellowship focused on the treatment of co-occurring disorders. In Colorado, she served as clinical director of a statewide organization and now divides her time between clinical work and supporting Four Points as Managing Director.
Alexa Holsten, BS she/her
Clinical Mental Health Counseling Graduate Intern
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Individual therapy | Adults, adolescents 12+
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Alexa believes that monumental growth and healing take place where all emotions are welcome in a non-judgmental environment that invites clients to explore every part of their story. She creates a warm space, welcoming the exploration of one's inner world and the impact of the world around them.
Alexa strives for her clients to grow in self-awareness and discover a new sense of empowerment while acquiring the skills to embrace each part of their journey, from unexpected changes to overwhelming emotions. No matter where you are along that path, Alexa believes that with a desire for change, commitment to the process, and a little curiosity, personal transformation is possible.
Alexa uses systems-focused and person-centered approaches and believes that counseling looks different for each of her clients. She utilizes CBT along with narrative therapy techniques, guiding clients to better understand themselves, their values, and their strengths to gain the ability to navigate life’s challenges. Alexa works with individuals 12+ and is experienced with mood disorders, self-image, loss and grief, and major life changes.
Alexa holds a bachelor's degree in psychology with an emphasis in crisis counseling and is finishing a master's degree in clinical mental health counseling at the University of Northern Colorado. Alexa's experience in multiple fields provides her with a unique ability to meet individuals wherever they are in their journey.
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Erin McCarthy, LPCC
she/her
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Individual therapy | Adults
Erin believes that we are all deeply human and that therapy illuminates the way to personal renewal, stability, and peace. She finds that healing happens when individuals feel seen, heard, and supported while exploring the complexities of their inner and outer worlds.
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Erin's approach is collaborative and intentional with an emphasis on depth, nuance, and making meaning of life’s challenges. She integrates person-centered, strengths-based, CBT, existential, and mindfulness-informed modalities with sessions tailored to be responsive to each client’s natural rhythm.
Erin works with adults from all backgrounds and identities who may be navigating anxiety, depression, grief, identity exploration, life transitions, and other mental health concerns. She assists clients in developing emotional resilience, self-understanding, and practical skills in a safe and open environment that allows for reflection, authenticity and clarity.
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Erin earned a master's degree in clinical mental health counseling from McDaniel College in Westminster, Maryland. She completed her clinical training at Carolina Psychological Associates, where she treated adults seeking emotional wellness, growth, and support through life transitions.