Solace Counseling

01/16/2026

Happy January, Erie. 💛

Solace Counseling is a family-owned, locally operated group practice rooted right here in the Erie community. We’re dedicated to making mental health care accessible through inclusive, affirming, and neurodiversity-supportive care.

As we continue to grow to meet the needs of our community, our team of nine experienced clinicians is here to support individuals, couples, and families. Currently, we have daytime and limited after-school and evening times available! (Those will fill quickly!)

We support clients with:
• Anxiety, depression, and stress
• Trauma and emotional wounds
• Relationship and family challenges
• Life transitions, grief, and change
• Building confidence, resilience, and coping skills

Getting started:
You can view clinician bios and current availability through our online booking platform and schedule an initial appointment that works for you: https://solacecounselingoferie.com/ Prefer a human interaction? You’re always welcome to email us at hello@solacecounselingoferie.com.

Insurance & payment FAQs:
We currently accept Cigna, United Healthcare, and Aetna, and we offer:
• Superbills for out-of-network reimbursement
• Tiered self-pay rates based on clinician experience

If you have questions or want help taking the next step, we’re here. We’d be honored to support you. 💫

12/22/2025

Introducing Elyse Dunham! We are so excited to have her join our practice this January. She has availability Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. For information about scheduling, reach out to Jenna at hello@solacecounselingoferie.com.

Hi, I’m Elyse.

I grew up just outside Chicago in northwest Indiana, but five years ago the mountains called—and Colorado quickly became home. Since moving here, I’ve built a supportive community, completed my Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and am now pursuing my Doctorate in Counselor Education and Supervision.
As a counselor, I aim to create a space where vulnerability feels safe and clients feel supported diving into the deeper layers of their experiences. I work from an attachment-informed lens, recognizing how relationships shape identity, connection, and healing. My approach blends Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, person-centered care, and holistic practices, including movement-based work influenced by my background as a dancer.
I work with a wide range of clients and particularly enjoy supporting those navigating neurodivergence, relationship concerns (individuals and couples), grief, and religious trauma. My goal is always to meet clients where they are and offer care that honors both their strengths and their nervous system.
Outside the counseling room, you’ll find me at concerts, paddleboarding, playing pickleball, reading fantasy novels, or discovering new coffee shops to study in.

Reach out if we can help you to connect with Elyse!

12/18/2025

Introducing Jenni Lillie! We are so excited to have her join our practice this January. She has availability Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. For information about scheduling, reach out to Jenna at hello@solacecounselingoferie.com.

Hi, I’m Jenni.

I’ve called Northern Colorado home with my family for over 20 years, and my path to becoming a counselor and art therapist has taken me through many meaningful seasons and careers. Those experiences shaped how I show up—present, grounded, and deeply committed to creating space for clients to feel seen and understood.

I offer a person-centered, relational, and trauma-informed approach, integrating techniques to support your unique needs and goals. As both a counselor and art therapist, I help clients explore emotions and experiences creatively when words aren’t enough. You don’t need to be an artist—just open to the process.

I believe healing happens through connection, safety, and trust, and I strive to create a warm, supportive space where you can show up as your full self. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or carrying stories that haven’t had room to breathe, you’re not alone.

Together, we’ll work at your pace to deepen understanding, strengthen your inner resources, and create meaningful change. I’d be honored to support you on your journey.

Reach out if we can help you to connect with Jenni!

12/12/2025

We’re excited to share even more good news here at Solace Counseling — please help us welcome Elyse Dunham to our clinical team!

Elyse will begin seeing clients in January, and we’re grateful to have her bringing her expertise and compassion to our practice. Read her full bio at https://solacecounselingoferie.com/ourteam.

If you’d like more information about connecting with Elyse, reach out to hello@solacecounselingoferie.com!

12/12/2025

We’re thrilled to welcome a new clinician to the Solace Counseling team — Jenni Lillie!

Jenni will begin seeing clients in January, and we’re so excited for the skill, care, and compassion she brings to our community. Read her full bio at https://solacecounselingoferie.com/ourteam.

If you’d like more information about connecting with her, feel free to reach out at hello@solacecounselingoferie.com!

11/28/2025

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The team at Solace Counseling offers a variety of therapy — from couples counseling to child and adolescents, they are here for YOU.

Walk into a safe, caring, welcoming environment and find the space you need to process, heal, and get the help you need!

https://solacecounselingoferie.com/

10/10/2025

🌻 We currently have availability for new clients, and we want to support you and your family! 🌻

Visit our website for more information: solacecounselingoferie.com

09/25/2025

🌻DATE CHANGE! In an effort to reach more families and students, we are rescheduling this workshop to be after fall conferences on 11/7!

🌻The incredible Jammie Speyer, our Group & Community Programming Lead, has been hard at work putting together a series of workshop nights to offer this school year! The first is on 11/7 and is once again being offered at no cost thanks to our H.E.A.L. Grant made possible by

🌻Join us on Friday 11/7 for a workshop on understanding the social, emotional, and academic needs of gifted and neurodiverse learners! Presenters Jennifer Mayer, MA, ED. S , Gifted Services Coordinator and Jaimarie Nelson, Secondsry Gifted Coordinator from SVVSD will be sharing their expertise!

🌻Light refreshments and the opportunity for connection and community will be provided. Space is limited, register at the link below by 11/1!

https://docs.google.com/forms/u/0/d/1NzXannkIseh6zpnSqT3GHp0aUU7xWvIfy0ncvi0g9ug/viewform?usp=drivesdk&edit_requested=true

07/09/2025

The therapists at Solace are always learning and growing in their skills. Here are a few books we recommend for the everyday reader for all different stages of life and learning about yourself or your family!

Have you read any of these? What did you think?

06/05/2025

🌻Solace Counseling is so excited to offer our next group series, once again at no cost to Erie residents thanks to our partnership with and our H.E.A.L. grant! Our master’s level Clinical Art Therapy Interns will be leading this group later this summer. Read more below, register by 7/1!

🌻Starting school—or going back after a break—can bring up big feelings. This 4-week group is designed to help children ages 4-8 build resilience and coping skills around tough transitions. Through imaginative play, group connection, and creative art-making, kids will learn to externalize and transform their fears—like making their own “worry monsters”—to make those feelings feel more manageable. Each session also offers a chance to gently practice separating from caregivers, helping kids gain confidence in joining school or activities. Guardians are invited to attend the full first session and the first half of the second.

🌻Space is limited so please be sure to fill out our interest form today!

https://forms.gle/9fjS3iq34o8MqqDo9

06/03/2025

Solace was so proud to be a part of Erie Pride. We saw so many faces and were able to be with our community and celebrate what makes us all uniquely us!

Thank you for stopping by our booth to share your thoughts and say hi! We are so proud to be a part of events like this AND we strive to operate inclusively every single day through therapy and community groups. Give us a shout via our website if you'd like to learn more about what we offer!