Business Details
14 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Compassionate Counseling in Lafayette
At 2nd Star Counseling, we provide compassionate, creative therapy for children, teens, families, and adults navigating emotional challenges. Our approach combines clinical expertise with relational presence, symbolic play, and depth-oriented techniques to foster healing and resilience. With offices in Lafayette and Granby, Colorado, we offer tailored sessions in warm, thoughtfully curated environments designed to promote safety and self-expression.Our team specializes in play therapy, Jungian approaches, and family systems work, supporting clients through transitions, trauma, and inner growth. We prioritize collaborative care, cultural awareness, and ethical practice, ensuring each client receives personalized attention grounded in decades of professional experience.
Services
Play Therapy
Jungian Therapy
Teen Counseling
Family Therapy
Clinical Supervision
Expressive Therapy
Trauma-Informed Care
Parent Support
Depth Psychology
Somatic Approaches
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We specialize in developmentally attuned therapy for children and teens.
- Our Jungian and symbolic approaches address deeper layers of the psyche.
- Family therapy sessions focus on restoring connection and communication.
- Clinicians hold advanced credentials in play therapy and clinical supervision.
- We offer tailored sessions in welcoming, creative environments.
Associations and certifications
- NCC
- LPC
- RPT-S
- ACS
Services
Play Therapy
Play Therapy uses toys, art, and storytelling to help children process emotions. Ideal for ages 3-12, this approach addresses anxiety, trauma, and behavioral challenges through symbolic expression. Sessions foster emotional regulation and communication skills in a developmentally appropriate way.
Jungian Therapy
Jungian Therapy explores unconscious patterns through dreams, archetypes, and symbolism. Designed for adults seeking self-discovery, this long-term approach integrates mind and spirit to resolve recurring emotional struggles and promote personal transformation.
Family Therapy
Family Therapy addresses communication breakdowns and relational stress. By involving all family members, sessions rebuild trust and cooperation, particularly during transitions like divorce, trauma, or adolescent challenges, fostering healthier dynamics at home.
Clinical Supervision
Clinical Supervision supports therapists pursuing credentials or private practice growth. Supervision includes skill-building in play therapy, ethical practice, and depth-informed techniques, offered individually or in small groups for professional development.
Teen Therapy
Teen Therapy provides a nonjudgmental space for adolescents to navigate identity, anxiety, and life changes. Using creative and relational methods, sessions help teens build self-awareness, coping strategies, and confidence during critical developmental stages.
People
Kathryn Raley
Therapist
Kathryn Raley, NCC, LPC, RPT-S, ACS, specializes in play therapy, Jungian approaches, and family systems. With over a decade of experience, she supports clients through emotional transitions using creative, trauma-informed methods while supervising emerging clinicians.
Questions
What is your session pricing?
Initial 30-minute consultations cost $100. Follow-up sessions are $185 each. We provide superbills for potential insurance reimbursement.
How does play therapy benefit children?
Play Therapy uses toys and creative expression to help children process emotions safely, improving communication and emotional regulation through natural play.
Will parents participate in therapy sessions?
Yes, parents receive regular updates and tools to support their child's progress, though sessions typically focus directly on the child.
Do you offer virtual therapy options?
Virtual sessions are available for teens and adults. In-person sessions are recommended for younger children and play therapy.
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
We combine play therapy, Jungian symbolism, somatic awareness, and client-centered techniques tailored to each client's unique needs.
