https://snpsychotherapy.com/home daily 1.0 2026-05-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62b4dff74732b2169f6828b5/3192f0f0-e200-4754-869e-358472437817/2023_11_22_SarahNicholson-82.jpg Home - Life doesn’t always unfold the way we expected. Whether you're grieving a loss, navigating a major transition, facing challenges in your relationship, or simply sensing that life is asking something new of you, therapy can offer a place to pause, make sense of what's happening, and move forward with greater clarity and compassion. I work with adults and couples in Boulder and throughout Colorado, offering psychotherapy that integrates evidence-based practices with mindfulness and, when it resonates with you, insights from Buddhist psychology. If you’re feeling ready, or even just curious, I’d be honored to connect with you. Reach out to schedule a free 15-minute consultation. https://snpsychotherapy.com/equine-therapy daily 0.75 2023-07-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62b4dff74732b2169f6828b5/1658162959747-2Y3HMGPV9TOAXIXKTE3U/Sarah+Nicholson+Psychotherapy-Horse-Equine-Therapy1.jpg Equine Therapy - Equine Therapy If you’ve spent any time with horses you may already know that they’re kind of magical. Their big bodies and gentle nature can be really soothing for our nervous systems. And much like humans they are hardwired for connection. They rely on one another for survival. How can horses help? We’ve all heard the phrase, “Pull yourself up by your bootstraps,” but that is physically impossible. Why must we figure everything out on our own? When we spend time with horses we begin to see how they work together to get their needs met. They are in constant communication with one another and when we step into their space, they are in communication with us. You might feel calmer after spending time with these special animals. They are always in the present moment with us. It’s true! Their brain structure doesn’t allow for future or past thinking. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62b4dff74732b2169f6828b5/add1125a-c089-477c-b4cf-f9e591572006/MH+3.14.23-3.jpg Equine Therapy - What does a session look like? Equine sessions are typically one-hour long. You’ll join me at the Medicine Horse barn in east Boulder where I will introduce you to our herd which includes horses, donkeys, mini-horses, and the occasional barn cat and dog. As you get to know the animals on our team we have the option to work individually with the horse of your choosing. Typically we build relationship with this equine partner over many sessions so that you can begin to better know one another. Relating to the horses can look like leading, grooming, bathing, or simply spending time with them. I often incorporate mindfulness and grounding practices into these sessions. Being present helps us to better connect with our horse partner. As you work with horses you might notice a calming effect. You may begin to feel into your body more. Emotions might feel bigger. When we open ourselves to the wisdom that horses offer, we can learn how to better be with ourselves too. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62b4dff74732b2169f6828b5/1664489518691-EBKI8T2UJ9STPUFDQHF1/Sarah%2BNicholson%2BPsychotherapy-Horse-Equine-Therapy4.jpg Equine Therapy - Ready for something different? Maybe you’re tired of talk therapy. Perhaps you want to work outside and have the option to get up and move. Maybe you feel safer with animals. Whatever the reason, equine therapy offers a unique and special way to practice connection and do the deep inner work you’re seeking. If anything I spoke to resonates with you, reach out. It’s time to try something new. Call me at (337) 351-6820 or email sarahnicholsonpsychotherapy@gmail.com https://snpsychotherapy.com/about daily 0.75 2026-05-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62b4dff74732b2169f6828b5/1636a5f7-8a19-4e5a-9654-fafb8ab3feee/2023_11_22_SarahNicholson-69.jpg About - Hello—I’m so glad you’re here. I love the work that I do. Many years ago, I was sitting in a therapist’s office in the client seat myself, beginning my own healing journey. Since then there have been winding roads, detours, difficult seasons, and meaningful shifts that have deeply shaped both my life and how I work as a therapist today. My own experiences in therapy continue to inform my approach. The work I invite clients into is work I have likely practiced myself in one way or another. I understand how vulnerable it can feel to begin therapy, to trust someone new, and to slowly let yourself be seen. A large part of my own healing came from learning how to feel safer within myself — building self-trust, self-compassion, and a greater sense of home internally. As corny as that may sound sometimes, I mean it fully when I say that this process changed my life. My Approach to Therapy I offer a gentle, relational, and trauma-informed approach to psychotherapy that includes: clear boundaries honest feedback nervous system awareness consistent attunement curiosity over judgment I work with adults navigating anxiety, grief, shame, perfectionism, relationship struggles, overwhelm, life transitions, and trauma-related experiences. My therapeutic style integrates mindfulness, somatic work, parts work, Gestalt therapy, and traditional talk therapy. I believe healing often happens through a combination of insight, emotional safety, embodied awareness, and supportive relationship. I also believe therapy does not need to be performative or perfect. We can bring humor, honesty, uncertainty, contradiction, and humanity into the room together. Community, Play & Being Human When I’m not working, I’m often somewhere in the mountains. I’ve been a climber for many years and am currently enthralled with trail running. I also love dancing in community, which sometimes includes ecstatic dance and occasionally popping into the local rave scene. I’m a devoted fan of the Real Housewives franchise for any fellow Bravo lovers, and I have an orange tabby named Jeff who occasionally makes an appearance during virtual therapy sessions. Education & Training I earned my Master’s in Counseling from Naropa University and completed an 18-month internship at Medicine Horse, where I received training in Equine-Facilitated Therapy. My work is grounded in ongoing learning, self-reflection, and a deep respect for the therapeutic relationship. Therapy in Boulder & Online Across Colorado I offer individual therapy and grief counseling for adults in Boulder, Colorado, and virtual therapy throughout Colorado. If you’d like to explore whether we may be a good fit, I invite you to reach out to schedule a free 15-minute phone consultation. https://snpsychotherapy.com/young-adult-counseling daily 0.75 2022-09-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62b4dff74732b2169f6828b5/1658163052874-K4HTWS5ZZQ3G37XATSOZ/Sarah+Nicholson+Psychotherapy-Horse-Equine-Therapy3.jpg Young Adult Counseling - Young Adult Counseling Being a teen can be really tough. While it’s a time of exploration, growth, and learning, teens are also navigating social pressures, grades, body image, sports, and the not-so-small task of figuring out who they are in the world. As a parent understanding how to support your teen can be a difficult. It might be hard to connect or even have conversation with your child—and all you really want is the best for them. The horses and I can help! Sessions can include grooming, leading, or simply spending time with the animals. We have mini horses, mini donkeys, cats, dogs, and an entire herd of horses ready to connect with your teen. I incorporate horse skills, regulation tools, and mindfulness practices into our sessions. I also give your teen the space to explore what they need, which will benefit the entire system. I occasionally invite caregivers to join us in session so that your teen might have space to share what they need and what they’re going through with you. Email me to set up a free 20-minute phone consultation! https://snpsychotherapy.com/contact daily 0.75 2024-02-07 https://snpsychotherapy.com/teletherapy daily 0.75 2022-10-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62b4dff74732b2169f6828b5/1664826717363-8D4O29TAK8SM3DL7AM5P/pet+portrait-1.jpg https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62b4dff74732b2169f6828b5/1664826765198-XM5WVGPL5HZHVENFRRNQ/pet+portrait-2.jpg https://snpsychotherapy.com/relationship-counseling daily 0.75 2022-11-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62b4dff74732b2169f6828b5/1658162959747-2Y3HMGPV9TOAXIXKTE3U/Sarah+Nicholson+Psychotherapy-Horse-Equine-Therapy1.jpg Relationship Counseling - Equine Therapy You’re struggling with connection in your life and relationships are proving to be kind of difficult. You really want connection, but you’re not sure how to go about it and sometimes it’s easier to just keep your distance. The risk of rejection is just too great. It’s been hard to step into your power or take control of what’s been going on in your life—you’ve learned to be small or put others’ needs before your own. How can horses help? Horses are hardwired for connection—they’re herd animals! The herd is critical to a horse’s survival in the wild and it’s kind of critical to our survival too. We’ve all heard the phrase, “Pull yourself up by your bootstraps,” but that is physically impossible. Why must we figure everything out on our own? When we spend time with horses we begin to see how they work together to get their needs met. They are in constant communication with one another and when we step into their space, they are in communication with us. You might feel calmer after spending time with these special animals. They are always in the present moment with us. It’s true! Their brain structure doesn’t allow for future or past thinking. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62b4dff74732b2169f6828b5/1664489126824-OVD4KGCA1MRX4DGKDKH7/pet%2Bportrait-4.jpg Relationship Counseling - What does a session look like? Equine sessions are typically one-hour long. You’ll join me at the Medicine Horse barn in east Boulder where I will introduce you to our herd which includes horses, donkeys, mini-horses, and the occasional barn cat and dog. As you get to know the animals on our team we have the option to work individually with the horse of your choosing. Typically we build relationship with this equine partner over many sessions so that you can begin to better know one another. Relating to the horses can look like leading, grooming, bathing, or simply spending time with them. I often incorporate mindfulness and grounding practices into these sessions. Being present helps us to better connect with our horse partner. As you work with horses you might notice a calming effect. You may begin to feel into your body more. Emotions might feel bigger. When we open ourselves to the wisdom that horses offer, we can learn how to better be with ourselves too. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62b4dff74732b2169f6828b5/1664489518691-EBKI8T2UJ9STPUFDQHF1/Sarah%2BNicholson%2BPsychotherapy-Horse-Equine-Therapy4.jpg Relationship Counseling - Ready for something different? Maybe you’re tired of talk therapy. Perhaps you want to work outside and have the option to get up and move. Maybe you feel safer with animals. Whatever the reason, equine therapy offers a unique and special way to practice connection and do the deep inner work you’re seeking. If anything I spoke to resonates with you, reach out. It’s time to try something new. Call me at (337) 351-6820 or email sarahnicholsonpsychotherapy@gmail.com https://snpsychotherapy.com/couples-therapy daily 0.75 2026-09-23 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62b4dff74732b2169f6828b5/fa6ea6be-828a-4c4e-b1a9-5aa911a56796/pet%252Bportrait-1-2.jpg Couples Therapy - Couples Therapy Every relationship moves through difficult seasons. Stress, conflict, life transitions, parenting, grief, or simply the demands of everyday life can leave partners feeling disconnected from one another. Couples therapy offers a space to slow down, understand the patterns that keep you stuck, and begin relating to one another in new ways. Rather than focusing on who's right or wrong, we work together to better understand each person's experience and create greater connection, trust, and compassion. I work with couples navigating challenges such as: Communication difficulties Recurring conflict Emotional disconnection Life transitions Parenting and family stress Grief and loss Rebuilding trust Feeling stuck in familiar patterns My Approach Relationships are shaped by much more than the disagreements we have. They are influenced by our histories, attachment patterns, nervous systems, and the ways we've learned to protect ourselves when we feel hurt, overwhelmed, or unseen. Together, we'll explore these patterns with curiosity rather than blame. My role is to help create a space where both partners feel heard, understood, and supported as you strengthen communication, deepen emotional connection, and find new ways of responding to one another. My work is relational, trauma-informed, and informed by mindfulness and, when it feels supportive, insights from Buddhist psychology. While these perspectives emphasize compassion, presence, and awareness, our work is always guided by your shared goals and values. Couples Therapy in Boulder & Online Across Colorado I offer in-person couples therapy in Boulder, Colorado, and online throughout Colorado. Whether you're hoping to reconnect, navigate a difficult transition, or strengthen the foundation of your relationship, I invite you to schedule a free 15-minute phone consultation to see if we're a good fit. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62b4dff74732b2169f6828b5/1664489126824-OVD4KGCA1MRX4DGKDKH7/pet%2Bportrait-4.jpg Couples Therapy - Have questions? Set up a free 20-minute phone consultation with me and we can discuss any concerns, hopes, or curiosities you hold about starting couples therapy. https://snpsychotherapy.com/individual-therapy daily 0.75 2026-05-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62b4dff74732b2169f6828b5/a6b7ab87-979f-4cbe-a8ee-5ee30af6d45c/pet+portrait-2-2.jpg Individual Therapy - Individual Therapy Life doesn't always unfold the way we expect. Whether you're grieving a loss, navigating a major life transition, struggling in your relationships, or feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or disconnected, therapy can offer a place to slow down, make sense of what you're experiencing, and reconnect with yourself. I work with adults—especially those in midlife—who are facing challenges such as: Grief and loss Life transitions Anxiety and depression Relationship struggles Burnout and overwhelm Perfectionism and chronic shame Low self-worth Emotional disconnection Whether these struggles are connected to trauma, attachment patterns, neurodivergence, or simply a difficult season of life, therapy can help you better understand yourself and move forward with greater clarity and self-compassion. My Approach My work is relational, trauma-informed, and grounded in curiosity and compassion. Together, we'll explore the patterns that have shaped your life while building new ways of relating to yourself and others. I integrate evidence-based psychotherapy with mindfulness and, when it aligns with your values, insights from Buddhist psychology. You don't need to have any interest in Buddhism to benefit from this approach—our work is always centered on your goals, experiences, and what feels most supportive for you. I also pull from Internal Family Systems, Attachment Theory, and Somatic Experiencing. Individual Therapy in Boulder & Online Across Colorado I offer in-person individual therapy for adults in Boulder, Colorado, and online throughout Colorado. If you're moving through a season of change and looking for support, I invite you to schedule a free 15-minute phone consultation to see if we're a good fit. https://snpsychotherapy.com/grief-counseling daily 0.75 2026-09-23 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62b4dff74732b2169f6828b5/fa6ea6be-828a-4c4e-b1a9-5aa911a56796/pet%252Bportrait-1-2.jpg Grief Counseling - Grief Counseling Grief changes us. Whether you've lost a loved one, experienced the end of a relationship, faced a significant life transition, or are grieving the life you imagined would unfold, loss can leave you feeling untethered. There is no right way to grieve, and there is no timeline for when you should "feel better." Grief often comes in waves, touching every part of our lives—our relationships, our sense of identity, our bodies, and our understanding of the future. Grief counseling offers a place to slow down, honor your experience, and find support as you navigate life after loss. I work with adults experiencing many forms of grief, including: The death of a loved one Divorce or the end of a relationship Anticipatory grief Loss related to illness or caregiving Pregnancy or fertility loss Changes in identity or purpose Major life transitions that involve letting go of what once was My Approach Grief is not a problem to solve or something to "get over." It is a natural response to loving, caring, and being deeply connected. My role is not to help you leave your grief behind, but to create a space where it can be witnessed with compassion and where you can begin to carry it in a way that feels less isolating and more integrated into your life. My approach is relational, trauma-informed, and grounded in mindfulness. When it aligns with your values, I also draw from Buddhist psychology, which offers a compassionate perspective on loss, change, and the impermanence that is part of every human life. You do not need to have any interest in Buddhism for this approach to be supportive. Together, we'll move at a pace that feels right for you, making room for both the pain of what has been lost and the possibility of healing, meaning, and renewed connection. Grief Counseling in Boulder & Online Across Colorado I provide grief counseling for adults in Boulder, Colorado, and offer secure online therapy throughout Colorado. If you're living with loss and would like a supportive place to navigate what comes next, I invite you to schedule a free 15-minute phone consultation to see if we're a good fit. https://snpsychotherapy.com/office daily 0.75 2025-12-16 https://snpsychotherapy.com/office/project-one-ephnc-7b7tr monthly 0.5 2025-12-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62b4dff74732b2169f6828b5/ac914e2d-840e-48e1-ad27-084e49f9da3f/IMG_0281.jpg Office - Click to View Office https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62b4dff74732b2169f6828b5/dad7a92c-8c72-486c-b3f0-e105d958cd40/IMG_8648.jpeg Office - Click to View Office https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62b4dff74732b2169f6828b5/c78f12ba-f101-43c8-8b57-c1deeeebb393/IMG_8649.jpeg Office - Click to View Office