Kinsey Steingreaber, LPCC
Fort Collins
Summary
Compassionate and skilled clinical therapist with a strong foundation in addiction counseling, trauma-informed care, and mental health treatment. Experienced in individual and group therapy across substance use, co-occurring disorders, and trauma populations. Adept at evidence-based modalities including EMDR, IFS, CBT, MI, and DBT, with a commitment to fostering authentic therapeutic relationships and promoting client resilience.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Full-Time Counselor
Creative Counseling
2025.08 - Current
- Conducted individual talk therapy and EMDR sessions addressing a variety of mental health and substance use conditions.
- Completed comprehensive mental health, substance use, and Level II Four Plus DUI assessments.
- Facilitated Level II Therapy DUI groups, Co-Occurring Disorders (COD) groups, and DBT skills groups weekly in a mandated treatment setting.
- Performed intake processes and discharge appointments with attention to client needs and ethical standards.
- Applied evidence-based techniques including EMDR, IFS, CBT, MI, and DBT to support client growth.
Master's Intern
Creative Counseling Services
2024.05 - 2025.08
Provided same services described in full-time roll under supervision of licensed counselors.
Intake Counselor
Creative Counseling Services
2023.09 - 2024.05
- Conducted thorough assessments to determine client needs and eligibility for services.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for clients.
- Utilized electronic health record systems to document client interactions and updates accurately.
- Facilitated intake appointments, ensuring a welcoming environment for clients seeking assistance.
Education
Masters - Addiction Counseling Psychology
Colorado State University
08.2025
BA - Psychology
University of Iowa
2023-05
Skills
- Clear, empathetic communication
- Ethical decision-making
- Openness to feedback and reflective practice
- Rapid acquisition of clinical skills
- Authentic engagement with clients
- Strong collaboration within multidisciplinary teams
Certification
- Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate (LPCC), January 2026
- Preparing for Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC) exam, expected March 2026
- DBT Trained, January 2026
- EMDR Trained, July 2025
- MoCA Trained, November 2025
Timeline
Full-Time Counselor
Creative Counseling
2025.08 - Current
Master's Intern
Creative Counseling Services
2024.05 - 2025.08
Intake Counselor
Creative Counseling Services
2023.09 - 2024.05
Masters - Addiction Counseling Psychology
Colorado State University
BA - Psychology
University of Iowa
Areas of Specialization
- Attachment trauma and relationship dynamics
- Addictive behaviors and impulse control
- Trauma related to bullying and social isolation in formative years
- Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Clinical Techniques & Modalities
- EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)
- IFS (Internal Family Systems)
- CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy)
- MI (Motivational Interviewing)
- DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy)
Professional Highlights & Standout Attributes
- Successfully transitioned from intern to full-time counselor, demonstrating rapid competency and leadership.
- Consistently praised for compassionate, authentic client interactions and ability to navigate mandated treatment environments effectively.
- Experience working with high-risk and mandated populations, integrating evidence-based techniques to achieve meaningful outcomes.
- Committed to ongoing professional growth and mastery of specialized clinical modalities.