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Megan Bates @ Forge Counseling Collective
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MA, LPCC (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
1 Endorsed
315 North Weber Street, Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Let's Connect (719) 767-1770
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I am dedicated to helping clients achieve their goals, heal, and restore their mental health and relationships. I work with clients throughout different stages of life but working with children and little ones truly lights me up. My six years as a teacher sparked my passion for creating a safe and supportive environment for children to thrive. In my practice, I specialize in play therapy, using my background in education to connect deeply with young clients. I strive to create therapeutic spaces where children feel understood, empowered, and free to express themselves.
I am also pursuing EMDR training to expand my ability to support those who have experienced trauma. My goal is to provide compassionate and effective care to help individuals navigate their healing journey. I am committed to making a positive difference in the lives of my clients and helping them find hope and healing.
Call or Email Megan Bates @ Forge Counseling Collective now for a free 15 minute consultation - (719) 767-1770
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $80
Insurance
- Aetna
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Colorado Access
- Medicaid
- Rocky Mountain Health Plans
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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Megan Bates @ Forge Counseling Collective
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MA, LPCC
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Colorado / LPCC.0021949 Megan Bates
- Attended University of Colorado Colorado Springs , Clinical Mental Health , Graduated 2024
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate: Megan Bates
Specialties and Expertise
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Autism
- Behavioral Issues
- Bipolar Disorder
- Body Positivity
- Child
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Grief
- Life Transitions
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Stress
- Suicidal Ideation
- Transgender
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Endorsement
Location
Additional Location
13659 East 104th Avenue
700 & 800
Commerce City, CO 80022
(719) 767-1770Nearby Areas
Neighborhoods
Call for a free consultation now - (719) 767-1770
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Megan Bates @ Forge Counseling Collective
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MA, LPCC