Natasha Colvin
Natasha Colvin
(she/her)
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 25 years of experience. I believe that a strong relationship is an essential part of therapy and value each person’s expertise in their own life. My hope is that we can determine together your goals and that I can provide support for how to achieve them. My specializations include working with individuals who suffer from issues related to anxiety, depressive symptoms, self-esteem/self-worth, burnout, grief and loss, and navigating transitions (such as a career change, adjusting to a new medical diagnosis, or making health-related changes).
Get to know me
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
Welcome — starting therapy is a meaningful and courageous step, and I want you to feel as informed and comfortable as possible. 1. A Safe and Confidential Space Our time together is private and confidential, within legal and ethical limits. This is your space to speak openly, without judgment. 2. Getting to Know You The first session is primarily about getting to know each other. I’ll ask questions to understand what brings you in, your current challenges, and any relevant background — emotional, psychological, physical, or relational. You’re free to share only what you’re comfortable with. 3. Setting Goals We’ll explore what you hope to gain from therapy. Whether you have a specific issue or just a general sense that something’s off, we’ll work together to begin identifying goals. 4. How I Work I’ll explain my approach to therapy — how I listen, reflect, offer tools, and guide the process. You’ll have the chance to ask any questions about how therapy works or what to expect moving forward. 5. Pacing and Comfort You set the pace. You don’t have to dive into everything all at once. Building trust and understanding takes time, and we’ll go at a rhythm that feels right for you. 6. Next Steps We’ll talk about what ongoing therapy might look like — frequency of sessions, potential focus areas, and anything else that feels important to your healing and growth.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
The ability to engage and support you in identifying your personal strengths.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
I work best with adults—both individuals and couples—who are ready to explore their inner world with honesty and curiosity. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from themselves or their relationships. Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, life transitions, or relationship challenges, I provide a grounded, compassionate space where your experiences are taken seriously and your growth is supported. I especially enjoy working with people who are asking deeper questions about their identity, values, and purpose, or who want to break long-standing patterns in how they relate to others. If you're motivated to understand yourself more clearly, take ownership of your choices, and create more fulfilling connections, we may be a good fit.
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Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
CBT is especially effective for treating anxiety, depression, and trauma-related symptoms. I use it collaboratively with clients to help them identify core beliefs, automatic thoughts, and the behaviors that maintain emotional distress. For example, we might work together to track anxious thoughts, evaluate the evidence behind them, and test new behaviors that challenge long-standing patterns. What I appreciate most about CBT is its structured, goal-oriented nature, which empowers clients to take an active role in their healing. I also integrate it flexibly—sometimes combining it with mindfulness or acceptance strategies—depending on the client’s needs and preferences.
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) has been a cornerstone of my clinical approach, especially when working with couples and individuals navigating relationship distress or attachment wounds. In my practice, I use EFT to help clients move from reactive patterns—like blame, withdrawal, or defensiveness—toward more vulnerable and emotionally attuned communication. I typically guide couples through the three-stage EFT model: de-escalating conflict, restructuring interactions, and consolidating new cycles of bonding. With individuals, I apply the same principles to help them explore the emotional templates formed in early relationships and how those patterns show up in their adult lives.
Grief Therapy
Grief therapy is a central part of my practice, particularly with individuals who are navigating significant loss — whether from death, divorce, illness, or even major life transitions. Over the years, I’ve worked with clients across different stages and types of grief, from acute loss to more complex or prolonged grief reactions. My approach is both compassionate and integrative, drawing from evidence-based models and attuned to each person’s unique relationship to loss.
Motivational Interviewing
Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a client-centered, directive method for enhancing intrinsic motivation to change by exploring and resolving ambivalence. I’ve found it to be a highly effective approach, especially with individuals who feel stuck, resistant, or unsure about making changes in their lives. My experience with MI includes both formal training and practical application across various settings—particularly with clients managing anxiety, depression, substance use, and ambivalence around major life decisions. I've integrated MI into individual therapy, coaching sessions, and even family work where motivation and agency need to be re-established. I often blend MI with other modalities such as CBT or trauma-informed approaches, using MI as the foundation for engagement and goal-setting. Clients tend to feel empowered by the process, especially because MI respects their readiness, values, and pace.