Nexus Counseling Services, LLC

09/03/2025

We recently did an interview with CanvasRebel! Read more here!

We caught up with the brilliant and insightful Bobbie Warren a few weeks ago and have shared our conversation below. Bobbie, appreciate you joining us

08/27/2025

Therapist Spotlight: Shylee Hine, MSW, SWC

Name & Credentials: Shylee Hine, MSW, SWC
Where did you study?: Colorado State University-Pueblo
What is your current role at Nexus Counseling Services? Counselor/Psychotherapist
How long have you been working in the mental health field? 3 years
What inspired you to become a mental health professional? My own mental health struggles as a child. When I realized what a difference it made to finally be able to talk through my feelings, make sense of what I was experiencing, and release all the unnecessary shame I had been carrying for years, I felt such a sense of relief that I decided (at the age of 11) that I would one day do everything I could to help ease the
suffering of others.
What are your clinical specialties or areas of passion (e.g., trauma, anxiety, teens, couples)? I love somatic (body-centered) psychotherapy. I used to be a yoga teacher and massage therapist, so I have a deep understanding of how the body and mind work together, and how much we can learn about about and resolve within our mental/emotional state by quieting our minds and tuning in to our bodies. I also love to work with new mothers in the postpartum period navigating this major life transition.
What do you love most about being a clinician? Being able to witness positive shifts in my Clients, whether they are big or small, gradual or sudden, getting to see their light coming back on.

Is there a quote or philosophy that guides your work? “Know all the theories, master all the techniques, but as you touch a human soul, be just another human soul.”–Carl Jung
How do you take care of your own mental health and well-being? I play with my kids and let all the silliness hang out. I meditate regularly. I use my breath as my simplest and most powerful tool for shifting my state of being. I pay attention to cues from my body. I practice being gentle with myself. I spend time in nature. I keep my body moving (Yoga,
dancing, hiking, walking). I try to stay hydrated (this is Colorado, after all). I listen to music. I sing. I laugh. I cry it out. I write. I check myself and my perspective regularly. I set boundaries. And I ask for help when I need it.
What’s something your clients have taught you? I have seen just how impactful relationships of all kinds are in a person’s life, for better or for worse. Regardless of why someone comes to see me, this ends up being a central focus. I have also learned how truly strong, resilient, and capable of evolving humans are. And I have learned that every person has a unique story filled with memories, dreams, and struggles, and every story is worthy of being heard and honored.
What’s one thing you wish more people understood about mental health or therapy? That everyone needs a helping hand sometimes. There is no shame in needing help. In fact, there is great strength in being able to ask for it. Life can be hard. But you don’t have to do it alone. Healing is possible. Change is possible. It is never too late. And your life, your happiness is worth it. YOU are worth it.

What’s a fun or surprising fact about you that most people don’t know?
I also love to travel/adventure solo (though this is much more limited now that I’m a Mom, haha). One of my favorite adventures was a ten-day solo canoeing/camping trip on the Green River, in the desert canyons of Utah. Without another soul in sight, there was lots of time for self-reflection! 😉 I also used to practice and perform acro yoga
(acrobatic yoga) which was a super fun and playful hobby.
What’s your go-to coffee/tea order or favorite comfort food? I like strong coffee with cream, no sweetener. And my comfort food is Indian or Thai food.
How do you like to spend your time outside of work? With my family, outdoors or playing games. I also love to be in or near water.
Any favorite book, podcast, or movie you’d recommend to others right now? Right now, I’m reading “Wired for Love” by Stan Tatkin. The author does a great job of breaking down the complex parts and functions of the nervous system in a simple way, and helping us understand how we can foster connection rather than conflict in relationships.

08/12/2025

Grief doesn’t always look the way we expect it to. It’s not always quiet. It’s not always sad. It doesn’t follow a timeline or unfold in five orderly stages. And it certainly doesn’t fit into the boxes our culture tries to place it in. Read about grief management from intern Isa Kevorkian.

Grief doesn’t always look the way we expect it to. It’s not always quiet. It doesn’t follow a timeline or unfold in five orderly stages.

07/16/2025

07/10/2025

Dating can be stressful sometimes. Here are some ways to boost your confidence! (By Katelynn Frederickson)

Whether exploring new relationships or a summer fling, the summer brings in a sense of adventurous heat. Boost your dating confidence!

07/02/2025

Therapist Spotlight: Melissa Sanders, MA, LPC

Professional Background:
Name & Credentials: Melissa Sanders, MA, LPC
Where did you study?: University of Alaska, Fairbanks and University of Colorado Colorado Springs
What is your current role at Nexus Counseling Services? Psychotherapist
How long have you been working in the mental health field? 20 years
What inspired you to become a mental health professional? An enjoyment for helping people have the tools to make a change in their lives
What are your clinical specialties or areas of passion (e.g., trauma, anxiety, teens, couples)? Trauma processing, behavioral change, conflict resolution, empowerment
What do you love most about being a clinician? Helping people see the choices they have in life

Personal Connection:
Is there a quote or philosophy that guides your work? “We don’t do nothing for nothing” and “We teach others how to treat us”.
How do you take care of your own mental health and well-being? Understanding what I can and cannot control and taking action for myself in my personal life to maintain healthy boundaries.
What’s something your clients have taught you? Everyone is just a person
What’s one thing you wish more people understood about mental health or therapy? The science behind the mind and healing to understand the importance of mental maintenance.

06/11/2025

Therapist Spotlight: Leanne Bolingbroke, Master's in Psychology

Professional Background
1. Name & Credentials: Leanne Bolingbroke, Master& #39;s in Psychology
2. Where did you study? Marist, NY
3. What is your current role at Nexus Counseling Services? Therapist
4. How long have you been working in the mental health field? On and off since 2003
5. What inspired you to become a mental health professional? I am the middle child, I think I grew up keeping the peace in the family and was able to see both sides of the story. I love to help people and make them feel supported.
6. What are your clinical specialties or areas of passion (e.g., trauma, anxiety, teens, couples)? I love to work with teens and clients struggling with anxiety, self-esteem, and depression.
7. What do you love most about being a clinician? I love having the opportunity to be a part of a person's healing journey and hopefully help them not to feel so alone or lost.
Personal Connection
8. Is there a quote or philosophy that guides your work? “The wound is the place where the light enters you” Rumi
9. How do you take care of your own mental health and well-being? I ran in college and still love to run. I also love to be in nature.
10. What’s something your clients have taught you? You never know what people are going through, which is why it is so important to be kind.
11. What’s one thing you wish more people understood about mental health or therapy?
Everyone can benefit from therapy, it is a way to deeper understand yourself or your partner and can lead to personal growth and healing.
Fun & Human Side
12. What’s a fun or surprising fact about you that most people don’t know? I play the piano and scuba dived in Africa.
13. What’s your go-to coffee/tea order or favorite comfort food? A cup of tea and a biscotti.
14. How do you like to spend your time outside of work? Running 5K races and being with my dogs.

06/05/2025

The grief associated with the loss of a beloved pet is both difficult to bear and to navigate. This kind of grief is a type of disenfranchised grief. Learn more from Ashley Stricker.

Those who experience disenfranchised grief often feel as though their grief is trivialized due to common misunderstandings of grief.

05/06/2025

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a good time to reflect on how we’re really doing and what kind of care we might need. Read our latest post from Lisa Tober.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a good time to reflect on how we’re really doing and what kind of care we might need.

04/08/2025

In today’s world, staying informed is easier than ever—but it can come at a cost to your mental health. Read this insightful article on how to stay mindful while staying up to date by Tess Leftwich.

Valentine's Day is a time for people to celebrate romantic relationships and an occasion to express love for friends, family, and yourself.

03/06/2025

Knowing that anxiety is oversensitive, just like a smoke detector, can help us better understand why we may worry so much about even the little things. Read our latest blog on anxiety by Omar Abu-Wishah.

Valentine's Day is a time for people to celebrate romantic relationships and an occasion to express love for friends, family, and yourself.

02/14/2025

Valentine’s Day can bring a sense of love, connection, and affection. It is a time for people to celebrate romantic relationships and a broader occasion to express appreciation for friends, family, and self-love. However, it can also be an overwhelming time for many. Read our article to find out more about managing anxiety during Valentine's Day! Written by the lovely Makayla Hollifield.

By: Makayla Hollifield, MS in Social WorkFebruary 7, 2025 Valentine’s Day can bring a sense of love, connection, and affection. It is a time for people to celebrate romantic relationships and a broader occasion to express appreciation for friends, family, and self-love. However, it can also be an ...