Christine Colburn, MA

Beacon of Hope Counseling Services (BHCS) is a comprehensive mental health practice dedicated to helping individuals, couples, families, and children of all ages navigate life's challenges. At BHCS, we understand that each person's journey is unique, and we strive to create a supportive environment where every client feels heard and empowered to achieve their goals. Our primary objective is to prioritize your total well-being, offering a variety of services tailored to meet your individual needs.

Our Vision

Our vision at BHCS is to be a beacon of light and support for those seeking mental health services. We aspire to uphold excellence in our field, continuously innovating and adapting to meet the evolving needs of our clients. Through empowering individuals and fostering collaborative partnerships, we aim to inspire lasting positive change and promote holistic well-being within our community.

Our Mission

At BHCS, our mission is to provide a supportive environment where you never have to face life's challenges alone. We tailor our approach to meet your individual needs, fostering collaboration between you and your therapist to develop effective treatment plans. Through this partnership, we empower you to achieve your goals and leave our services equipped for success.

Services Offered

At BHCS, we offer a wide range of services to address various mental health needs:

• Child/Adolescent Counseling (Ages 3-17): Our child and adolescent counseling services focus on young children, teens, and adolescents with one or more mental illnesses. We utilize play therapy, art therapy, and other developmentally appropriate interventions to help children and adolescents express their feelings and overcome challenges.

• Individual Therapy: Individual therapy provides a safe space for clients to address personal concerns, such as depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and life transitions. Our therapists employ evidence-based techniques to help clients navigate these challenges and develop healthy coping strategies.

• Couples Counseling: Couples counseling addresses relationship issues, such as communication difficulties, trust concerns, and parenting conflicts. Our therapists facilitate healthy dialogue and teach effective problem-solving skills to strengthen and restore relationships.

• Family Counseling: Family counseling focuses on the overall health and functioning of the family system. We help families navigate complex dynamics, improve communication, and strengthen bonds, ultimately fostering a more harmonious home environment.

• Telehealth Services: Telehealth sessions allow clients to receive mental health services from the comfort of their homes. These virtual sessions are conducted via secure video conferencing and are available for individual, couples, and family therapy.

• Grief & Bereavement Counseling: Grief and bereavement counseling support clients who have experienced the death of a loved one or other significant losses. Our therapists provide a compassionate space for clients to process their grief and develop coping strategies for healing.

• Anger Management: Anger management focuses on teaching clients healthy ways to identify, express, and manage their anger. Our therapists equip clients with practical skills and techniques to prevent anger from negatively impacting their relationships and overall well-being.

• Career Counseling: Career counseling helps clients identify their strengths, interests, and values, guiding them toward fulfilling careers. Our therapists assist clients in navigating job transitions, exploring education opportunities, and developing job search strategies.

• Mindfulness-Based Therapy: Mindfulness-based therapy incorporates mindfulness techniques, such as meditation and deep breathing, to help clients increase self-awareness, reduce stress, and improve overall well-being.

• LGBTQIA+ Individual Therapy: Our therapists provide a welcoming and affirming space for LGBTQIA+ individuals seeking support for a variety of mental health concerns.

At BHCS, we believe that collaboration and personalization are the keys to successful therapy. We are committed to working closely with you to create a treatment plan that addresses your unique needs and fosters lasting change. Together, we navigate life's challenges.