Transitioning Through Change, PLLC

Transitioning Through Change, PLLC Walking with you on your grief journey. Sessions provided in-person or telehealth. Are you experiencing a loss due to death, disability, or life transition?

Perhaps you are grieving the childhood you never had. Grief and trauma can be messy, but you do not have to experience it alone. It takes courage to reach out and share personal aspects of yourself. I am both sad and glad you are here. Together we will work to help you co-exist with grief, move forward from past traumatic events, disolve negative self-defeating beliefs, and find hope, peace, and

purpose. There are many ways we can work together to help you achieve your goals. Whether you are looking for ways to find meaning after a death of a loved one, find purpose after the loss of a job or relationship, or regain independence and confidence after a disability, we will tailor our sessions to meet your unique needs. If you are experiencing negative beliefs about yourself as a result of a traumatic event that you feel holds you back from being the person you want to be, we will work together to shift your beliefs to be more empowering. As a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified EMDR Therapist, I bring a unique combination of personal and professional experience working with grief and loss and living with a disability. With compassion, humor, and knowledge, I can help you move forward and embrace life again. Sessions are held via telehealth during COVID and beyond, so distance need not be a barrier if you live in Colorado. If we do meet in person after the pandemic, you will meet Manolo, my service dog. He describes himself as follows: I am a fun-loving, high-energy, cuddle bug. While I am not a therapy dog (I am Beth’s guide dog), I still provide therapy if you don’t mind doggy kisses. 🙂 Beth and I met at Guide Dogs for the Blind in July of 2019. I look forward to being a part of your healing journey as you and Beth work together. Please take the next step and contact me today so we can begin to help you feel whole again.

05/14/2026

Keeping a retired guide dog at home can be a deeply meaningful decision—one that comes with both comfort and complexity.

After years of partnership, the bond you’ve built doesn’t simply turn off when the working role ends. For many, having their guide dog remain at home offers a sense of continuity, companionship, and connection during a time of change.

At the same time, this transition can bring adjustments. Your dog is shifting from a working role into rest, and your own routines and independence may be evolving as well. It’s natural to hold both gratitude for what has been and questions about what this next chapter will look like.

There’s no one right path here. What matters is finding a way forward that honors both your needs and your dog’s well-being.

What might it look like to redefine your relationship while still holding onto the connection you’ve built?

Change doesn’t always feel clear or comfortable.Sometimes it shows up as loss, uncertainty, or a shift you didn’t ask fo...
05/12/2026

Change doesn’t always feel clear or comfortable.

Sometimes it shows up as loss, uncertainty, or a shift you didn’t ask for. Other times, it’s something you chose—but it still feels heavy.

Wherever you are in your process, it’s okay to take it one step at a time.

You don’t have to rush your way through change. You’re allowed to move through it in a way that feels right for you.

If you’re navigating grief, adjusting to a life change, or feeling stuck in the middle of something difficult, support is here.

05/07/2026

Anticipating the retirement of a guide dog can bring up a mix of emotions—gratitude, grief, uncertainty, and deep love.

These partnerships are built over time, shaped by trust, safety, and shared experiences. As retirement approaches, it’s not just a change in routine—it can feel like a shift in independence and connection. It makes sense if that feels complicated.

You may find yourself holding both appreciation for everything your guide dog has given you and concern about what comes next. Both can exist together. There’s space for honoring the bond while also preparing for a new chapter.

Transitions like this don’t have a clear roadmap. Moving through it gently, at your own pace, can make a difference.

What does it look like to honor both the partnership you’ve had and the transition ahead?

If you’ve been thinking about reaching out, you’re not alone.Starting counseling can feel like a big step—especially whe...
05/05/2026

If you’ve been thinking about reaching out, you’re not alone.

Starting counseling can feel like a big step—especially when you’re navigating grief, life changes, or something that feels hard to put into words.

Here’s what working with me looks like:

Sessions are available in-person in Westminster or virtually

We move at your pace—there’s no “right way” to process what you’re going through

My approach is supportive, grounded, and tailored to your experience

If you’re dealing with grief, pet loss, adjusting to a disability, or trauma, you don’t have to figure it out alone.

When you’re ready, you can reach out by call, text, or email—whatever feels easiest.

Visit transitioningthroughchange.com or contact me at (303) 335-9059 or beth@transitioningthroughchange.com to get started.

04/30/2026

A guide dog becomes part of how you experience the world.

It’s not just a relationship you have.

It’s something that shapes how you move through your day,
how you navigate spaces,
and how others see and interact with you.

Over time, you’re not just two separate beings—

you function as a unit.

So when people say it becomes part of your identity…
that’s not an exaggeration.

It’s lived experience.

And when that relationship shifts, it’s not just about change.

It can feel like a shift in identity, too.

🎥 Watch the full conversation on my YouTube channel.

If you’re navigating a change that feels deeply personal or hard to explain, support is available.
Learn more at Therapy Westminster - Transitioning Through Change or reach out at (303) 335-9059 or beth@transitioningthroughchange.com

Some relationships become part of how you experience the world.They shape your routines.Your sense of safety.Your indepe...
04/28/2026

Some relationships become part of how you experience the world.

They shape your routines.
Your sense of safety.
Your independence.

So when that relationship changes, the impact goes deeper than most people realize.

It’s not just about what’s different externally.

It can feel like something within you has shifted, too.

This is especially true when a relationship has been closely tied to identity.

If you’ve ever been told you were “too attached,” it may be worth considering a different perspective:

Maybe it just mattered.

If you’re navigating a transition like this, you don’t have to do it alone.
Learn more at Therapy Westminster - Transitioning Through Change or reach out at (303) 335-9059 or beth@transitioningthroughchange.com

04/23/2026

A guide dog isn’t just a pet—it’s a partner.

The relationship is built on trust, communication, and navigating the world together.

It’s not just companionship.

It’s working as a team.
Moving through daily life together.
Relying on each other in ways most people don’t see.

And over time, that kind of relationship evolves.

It deepens. It shifts. It becomes part of how you experience the world.

So when that relationship changes, it’s not just about missing a dog.

It’s grieving everything you did together.

🎥 Watch the full conversation on my YouTube channel.

If you’re navigating a relationship or life change that feels hard to put into words, support is available.

There’s something unique about the relationship between a person and their guide dog.It’s not just companionship.It’s tr...
04/21/2026

There’s something unique about the relationship between a person and their guide dog.

It’s not just companionship.

It’s trust.
It’s partnership.
It’s independence.
It’s safety.

Over time, that relationship becomes woven into daily life—and into identity.

And when that relationship changes, it’s not just about adjusting routines.

It can feel like a shift in how you move through the world… and even how you see yourself.

These are the kinds of transitions we don’t always talk about.

But they matter.

If you’ve experienced a relationship that became part of who you are, you understand how meaningful—and complex—those changes can be.

If you’re navigating a transition like this, you don’t have to do it alone.
Learn more at Therapy Westminster - Transitioning Through Change or reach out at (303) 335-9059 or beth@transitioningthroughchange.com

04/16/2026

Guide dogs go through the transition, too.

One part of guide dog retirement that often gets overlooked is that the dog is also adjusting.

They’ve built routines.
They have a sense of purpose.
They’re used to working in partnership.

So when that role begins to change, there can be shifts in behavior, energy, and engagement.

Sometimes subtle. Sometimes more noticeable.

But it’s part of the process.

Because just like us, they’ve experienced a relationship that’s evolving.

🎥 Watch the full conversation on my YouTube channel.

If you’re navigating a transition—whether expected or unexpected—you don’t have to do it alone.
Learn more at Therapy Westminster - Transitioning Through Change or reach out at (303) 335-9059 or beth@transitioningthroughchange.com

Not all grief is visible.And not all grief is understood.Sometimes the most painful losses are the ones that don’t get a...
04/14/2026

Not all grief is visible.

And not all grief is understood.

Sometimes the most painful losses are the ones that don’t get acknowledged by others.

A relationship
A role
A sense of independence
A part of your identity

When something meaningful changes or ends, the grief is real—whether others recognize it or not.

You don’t need permission for your grief to matter.

If you’ve ever felt like your loss didn’t “count,” you’re not alone.

If you’re navigating a loss others don’t fully understand, support is available.
Learn more at Therapy Westminster - Transitioning Through Change **or reach out at (303) 335-9059 or **beth@transitioningthroughchange.com

04/09/2026

I’ve worked with four guide dogs over the years.

Although it is understood that these partnerships are not lifelong, the transition can still be unexpectedly difficult.

On average, a guide dog works for about 7–9 years.

That time is filled with trust, learning, and a deep sense of partnership.

It’s also a relationship that gives something incredibly meaningful, independence, confidence, and freedom to move through the world.

But because of that, when the relationship changes or ends, there can also be grief.

Not just for the dog but for everything that partnership represented.

These are the kinds of experiences that shape how we understand loss, transition, and identity.

If you’re navigating a meaningful transition in your life, your experience matters.

Support is available.
Visit transitioningthroughchange.com or reach out at (303) 335-9059 or beth@transitioningthroughchange.com

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