Business Details
25 Years
experience
Your Mental Wellness Partner in Fort Collins
As a licensed clinical social worker with over two decades of experience, I have dedicated my practice to helping individuals navigate trauma, anxiety, and relationship challenges. Since establishing my private practice in Colorado in 2001, I have combined evidence-based modalities like EMDR and Somatic Experiencing with creative approaches to foster holistic healing. My background includes coordinating sexual abuse treatment programs and working in fast-paced municipal healthcare settings, experiences that shaped my understanding of symptom management versus true emotional transformation.Bilingual in Cantonese and English, I bring cultural sensitivity to my work with both adults and children aged eight and above. My practice emphasizes body-mind integration through techniques like qigong and yoga, alongside traditional talk therapy. Continuous professional development and personal wellness practices ensure I remain present and effective in supporting clients' journeys toward self-discovery and resilience.
Services
Trauma Therapy
EMDR Sessions
Somatic Experiencing
Family Counseling
Gestalt Therapy
Anxiety Management
Depression Counseling
Group Classes
QiGong Instruction
Yoga Therapy
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- 20+ years of trauma therapy experience in Colorado
- Specialized training in EMDR and Somatic Experiencing
- Bilingual Cantonese/English psychotherapy services
- Integrates body-mind approaches with traditional therapy
- Combines creative expression with evidence-based practices
Services
Trauma Therapy
Specialized treatment for traumatic experiences using evidence-based modalities. Combines cognitive processing with body awareness to reprocess distressing memories. Helps clients develop coping resources while addressing the physiological impacts of trauma through somatic techniques and mindfulness practices.
EMDR Sessions
Proven method for trauma resolution using bilateral stimulation. Activates brain processing through eye movements or tactile input to reframe traumatic memories. Focuses on releasing stored emotional distress while building resilience for future challenges through structured eight-phase treatment.
Somatic Experiencing
Physiology-based approach to trauma recovery focusing on bodily sensations. Helps clients regulate nervous system responses through mindful tracking of physical experiences. Addresses developmental trauma and attachment wounds by developing new motor responses to replace fight/flight/freeze patterns.
Family Counseling
Systemic approach addressing relationship dynamics and communication patterns. Incorporates parent education with child therapy to strengthen family bonds. Uses play and creative expression to explore interpersonal challenges while building healthier interaction frameworks for lasting relational improvements.
Gestalt Therapy
Focuses on current experiences and awareness development. Utilizes experimental techniques like empty chair dialogues to explore relationship patterns. Emphasizes mind-body connection to help clients understand behavioral cycles and develop authentic self-expression through experiential learning.
People
Chan, Poling
Psychotherapist
Licensed clinical social worker with 20+ years of trauma therapy experience. Specializes in EMDR and Somatic Experiencing. Bilingual Cantonese/English therapist offering services for adults and children in Colorado. Combines creative expression with evidence-based practices for holistic healing.
Questions
What therapy approaches do you use?
I integrate EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, and Gestalt Therapy with body awareness techniques. This combination addresses both cognitive and physiological aspects of trauma while promoting present-moment awareness and emotional regulation.
Do you accept insurance?
I accept Medicare plans (not Medicare Advantage). For other insurance providers, I offer superbills for out-of-network reimbursement. Please bring your insurance card to the first appointment for verification.
What ages do you work with?
I serve clients aged eight and older, including adults and seniors. My practice includes specialized approaches for children's therapy with parent involvement and family counseling components when appropriate.
Are group classes available?
Yes, I offer weekly QiGong on Tuesdays at 8:30am and Yin/Restorative Yoga on Wednesdays at 4:30pm. These classes focus on body-mind integration and complement individual therapy sessions.
What happens in the first appointment?
The initial session requires completing client information and signature forms. We'll discuss your goals and develop a personalized treatment plan. Please arrive with completed paperwork and insurance documentation for smoother processing.
