Bethany Wilson

Owner | Founder | Clinical Therapist | Neurofeedback Specialist

Bethany Wilson Restoration Hope Counseling Littleton
I may not be a native, but I do love Colorado. I grew up close to St. Louis, Missouri and just in case you were wondering, yes, yes we are the Stanley Cup Champs. But Denver has become home. I love that I have the beauty and adventure of the mountains on one side and the fun of the city on the other. On my days off, you’ll probably find me in the mountains, in the kitchen, or on the sofa binge watching Netflix…and more specifically, probably watching The Office…again.
It’s so hard to struggle. Sometimes the struggle has words, sometimes it shows up in behaviors, and sometimes it’s just this gut level feeling that says, “something’s wrong”. I have a soft spot for people with early life trauma. The fact is, those experiences can affect us and our relationships for the rest of our lives, but seeing people heal and connect, no matter their age, is my absolute favorite. Your life, your challenges, your fears make sense. You make sense. That includes the kid throwing a tantrum to end all tantrums, the teen who wants nothing to do with his or her parents, and the person struggling with a lifetime of worry, fear, or sadness. There are times when “doing the best we can” may not look like much from the outside, but we’re giving it everything we’ve got on the inside. Healing is possible. The past doesn’t have power over our future. We do.

My approach to counseling emphasizes two things: relationships and the brain. Mental health professionals have known for a long time that the relationship an individual has with his or her counselor is the greatest predictor of success. I want to understand someone in the context of his or her story. Your story matters–even the messy parts. Secondly, I want to use brain-based interventions. Everything we do has a reason. From having snacks, doing cartwheels, processing trauma through EMDR, to “parts work”, or neurofeedback–there’s a brain reason for it.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Colorado, as well as a National Certified Counselor (NCC), and am Board Certified in Neurofeedback (BCN). I hold a Master of Arts degree from Colorado Christian University and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication with an emphasis in Interpersonal Communication from the University of Missouri–Columbia. I am Phase 1 certified in the Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics, certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and have a variety of experience and/or training in early childhood development, Neurofeedback, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Attachment, Motivational Interviewing (MI), experiential therapy, and Emotion-Focused Therapy.

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The Neurosequential Network acknowledges that Bethany Wilson has completed NMT Training Certification through the Phase I level.

Certified in Neurofeedback

Bethany Wilson is board certified in Neurofeedback through the Biofeedback Certification International Alliance.

Christina Cooley

Clinical Therapist | Neurofeedback Technician
Restoration Hope Counseling and Therapy Littleton, CO
I am an adventurer, passionate about journeying with others, exploring both physical places and emotional spaces. Although I grew up in California, I now call Colorado home and fell in love with the sun, the mountains, and all the fun, sleepy towns. In my free time you can find me hiking, floating the river, creating Pinterest fails in the kitchen, and sharing meals with friends.
Life is hard, and not because you are doing it wrong. It is just part of being human. My own experience, however, has taught me the profound difference connection and hope make in the midst of suffering and heartache. As a therapist, I am committed to journeying alongside you as you navigate hard things, empowering you to recognize and healthily express emotions, increase capacity for connection with self and others, and holistically work through maladaptive coping mechanisms.

I believe in the power of story. The stories we believe radically shape the trajectory of our lives. Luckily, we can shape our stories. This often begins with the courage to engage in honest self-reflection. As we explore parts of ourselves we can engage our experiences and our pain in a way that leads to growth and healing. Life is about the journey, not the destination, and so let’s enjoy the journey.

To understand our experience, it is crucial to look at how our brains and bodies develop and function. My approach is rooted in current brain research that focuses on the importance of our attachment relationship and considers how physiology effects our responses to trauma. My goal is to create safe space to explore, heal, gain helpful tools, and embrace our authentic selves.
I am currently a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate and a Registered Psychotherapist in Colorado. I graduated with my Master of Arts in Counseling from Denver Seminary and hold a Bachelor degree in Psychology from the University of California, Berkeley. Continuous learning is extremely important to me, and therefore, I love to engage with current research. My own research has revolved around the link between self-perception and behavior and the effects of shame in the intersection of Christian faith and sexuality. Because of the profound impact movement has had in my own healing journey, I also currently hold a group fitness certification and conduct classes geared around integrating breath and movement to increase wellness.

Elisa Isakson

Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate | Neurofeedback Technician
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I have spent most of my life here in the Denver Metro area and like to think at this point I can call myself a native. Despite living near the mountains, I have a real soft spot for the ocean and can spend hours sitting on the beach watching the mystery and power of the waves. On my days off you can find me exploring a new coffee shop—I am quite particular about my morning go-juice, reading, and attempting to check another 14er off my list.
In this life, it is impossible to come out unscathed. As we journey forward, we continue to accrue new scars, bruises, and scrapes. It often seems the world asks that we simply put a Band-Aid on our deep wounds and keep moving, when so often our injuries and brokenness need more attention and care. As a therapist I am passionate about making the journey with you. Hoping to empower you to further understand your experiences and tend to your wounds. I believe that when a safe space is created within a relational context to name, understand, and feel our experiences, we can begin working towards healing and growth.

In order to begin the work towards more wholehearted living, we must first take the time to understand our story, how we have learned to relate to people through our early experiences, the coping strategies we picked up, and the vows we began to make. As we bravely begin to understand our unique journey, we can begin to engage and live differently. We can begin to heal.
I am currently a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate and a Registered Psychotherapist in Colorado. I received my Master of Arts in Counseling from Denver Seminary and have a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Weber State University in Utah. In a field that is constantly evolving and changing I am passionate about being a continual learner. I conduct much of therapy from narrative, person-centered, and attachment-based approaches. I also have a passion for trauma work and hope to receive more certifications in this field.

Dan Defouw

Director of Neurofeedback | Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate
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Born and raised in Colorado, I have grown to love the area, the people, and the outdoors. I love the mountains, seasons, music, and nature that Colorado has to offer, but I also take every chance I can  to travel and see other parts of the world. On my days off, I’ll probably be exploring Colorado, reading, listening to music, or doing some photography. 

My philosophy has been developed over years of working in a variety of mental health settings from clinical and educational to personal. As I continue to work and learn, my philosophy around working with others continues to develop. I use a multicultural lens when working with others, and bring in topics of background, privilege, and race into work to look at how these things impact and influence the individual. I also look at things with the brain in mind, if someone has had a traumatic past and/or early childhood, their brain is likely impacted by this. Similarly, if someone has had a great childhood, their brain is also likely to be impacted by this. I strive to work with both the individual and their brain to help the person decrease problematic symptoms, while increasing a sense of efficacy and agency in life. Not everyone gets the same chances growing up and not everyone gets to have a perfect brain when they’re grown up. I use counseling and neurofeedback to help each individual I work with have the best chances at living their best lives. I am a strong believer that there isn’t one perfect therapy or medication for each person and strive to use an integrative approach, working mostly with neurofeedback and counseling, while coordinating with other providers to make sure that each client receives the best care possible.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate (LPCC) in the state of Colorado. I received my Masters of Arts in Multicultural Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Colorado at Denver and have a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Anthropology from Colorado State University. I am also Board Certified in Neurofeedback (BCN) and am continuously working on expanding my knowledge and expertise in these subjects. I strive to continue to better myself in the fields of counseling and neurofeedback with continuing certification, consultation, and education.

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Certified in Neurofeedback

Dan Defouw is board certified in Neurofeedback through the Biofeedback Certification International Alliance.

Jennifer Wilson

Clinical Therapist | Neurofeedback Technician | Licensed Professional Counselor
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As an Iowa native, I enjoy being active and in the outdoors with friends and family, whether skiing, snow shoeing, hiking, or trail running…anything to take advantage of living by the mountains! On off days, you’d probably find me out there, or antiquing and finding projects to do around home, I enjoy being creative and active most!

I believe that at the center of much of our human desire is to have unconditional care and positive regard, to know we are safe both physically and emotionally, no matter how messy we might believe or feel we are at times. I think one of the biggest challenges is allowing ourselves the space to embrace our ‘mess’ and finding healthy ways to accept certain parts that might feel or be out of our control, and riding through the difficulties, rather than forcefully pushing against it, shaming ourselves for it, or avoiding it. Having the support of others and knowing that there is a safe space to work through the challenges that come are important for us to move forward positively from those challenges . I believe that the therapeutic relationship is highly important in this regard, in trusting therapy as a space to identify and process through the hard things that we struggle to feel or think and being met with empathy in return. 

I approach therapy with an eclectic and holistic style, to best meet the individual needs that clients have. I believe identifying contexts in the biological, psychological and social realms are important in understanding our full stories and how we have gotten to where we are, as well as are contexts for healing. I strive to help identify motivations and drives behind thoughts and behaviors, and how we can meet those needs in constructive and healthy ways. I also believe that collaboration is key to therapy–working together to support my client’s self-efficacy, and identifying natural strengths, while providing tools to equip my clients as well. I know that sometimes taking these steps can be incredibly vulnerable and challenging, and I am greatly honored to be entrusted as a part of a client’s journey. 

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). I initially got my Bachelors of Science in Psychology with a Minor in Child, Adult, and Family Services at Iowa State University. From there, I moved to Colorado to complete my Master of Arts in Counseling at Colorado Christian University and have experience in both private practice, as well as in a community agency. I was trained more specifically in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Trust-based Relationship Interventions (TBRI) and attachment based work, as well as have been a trainer for Motivational Interviewing. As a result, I use an eclectic approach tailored to individual needs. However, I tend to maintain a consistent person-centered focus and know that my therapeutic lens is geared toward a trauma informed perspective. 

Kimberly Hettel

Clinical Therapist | Neurofeedback Technician
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As someone who had never lived outside of Missouri, I am ecstatic to have recently become a Coloradoan. I was drawn in by the mix of beautiful mountain views and exciting city life, and I’m looking forward to becoming a regular at the nearest Dutch Bros. Coffee. I like to spend my free time exploring new places, listening to live music, and hosting game nights with good friends. I might also be the biggest animal lover you’ll ever meet—meaning I will always say yes to seeing pictures of your furry friends!

To those who are looking for someone to talk to: I’m so glad you’re here. I’m glad you’re taking these steps toward growth, healing, finding peace, letting go, or taking back. While counseling helps in a variety of ways, it is my belief that the therapeutic relationship is the most impactful. Therefore, my goal is to be a safe, accepting, and competent counselor for you—no matter where you’ve come from or where you’re trying to go.

My approach to counseling is insight-oriented in nature, meaning I believe there is much importance in understanding what led you to the difficult spot you are in now. I believe that every maladaptive behavior or thought pattern may have once helped us get through something really hard, and therefore understanding the origin story of your symptoms can help us locate the need that wasn’t met. As a result, compassionately exploring your past experiences in a space you feel safe in opens the door for the formation of more adaptive coping skills and corrective experiences.

As we sit in that space together, you will be encouraged to develop an appreciation for your brain and body for all the unique ways they try to meet your needs and protect you from harm. Any and all emotions will be welcomed and honored in that space—especially the “messy” ones. It is my goal to make it a space of safety, healing, and new beginnings, and it is my greatest honor to share it with you.

 I am currently a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate (LPCC) in the state of Colorado, as well as National Certified Counselor (NCC). I received my Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Evangel University after completing my Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Missouri State University. I have experience working with a diverse array of clients with a wide variety of concerns, but I’m especially passionate about working with individuals who are struggling with anxiety as well as those recovering from traumatic experiences. I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and as someone who strives to be a life-long learner, I eagerly look forward to continued training in other trauma-informed practices.

Maddie Hargrove

Clinical Therapist Intern | Neurofeedback Technician
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As a born and raised Coloradan, I grew up not far from Restoration Hope in Littleton, but currently reside in Denver. I will always call Colorado home – I swear there is no better state. My hobbies include cooking, reading, working out, and spending time with my friends and family.

I believe that the inclusion of mental health wellness is vital to one’s overall health. I believe that while each client’s experiences, backgrounds, cultural identities, and general beings are unique, so too should be their counseling experience. Through the use of a strong, collaborative therapeutic relationship and an integrated approach, I aim to help my clients use self-reflection, goal-setting, and problem-solving to achieve their optimal mental health and highest potential. I am a firm believer that every individual possesses the ability to grow and evolve and that with the proper guidance and support within a safe and nonjudgmental environment the client can achieve self-actualization.

I am an excellent communicator and have a keen ability to build and foster relationships, brainstorm solutions, plan, and make deliberate decisions. I am drawn to the counseling profession because of my strong ability to empathize, my desire to help and advocate for others, and my positive first-hand experiences. I am passionate about my education and feel honored to further my counseling knowledge alongside my supervisors, peers, and clients.

I graduated from the University of Colorado Boulder with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology with an Occupational Therapy emphasis and Business minor in 2017. I am currently in the second year of my Clinical Mental Health Counseling Master’s program through Adams State University and will graduate in May 2023. I have a Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy certification. 

Kate D'Orazio

Clinical Therapist Intern
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I grew up in Western New York (Go Bills!), but I moved to Colorado in 2013 and it has felt like home ever since. I love spending time with my family, going on adventures, and being out in nature.  I like watching movies and tv series, reading books, and trying out new restaurants. Being with people brings me joy, but I have learned to appreciate time on my own to recharge and relax.

Everyone experiences life’s ups and downs in different ways, but people can judge us for our responses to difficulties. We are meant to fail so that we can learn and grow, but we feel judged and ashamed when we fail. We want to be close to others, but relationships and boundaries can be hard. We want to live our lives to the fullest, but sometimes we feel disconnected from it all.

I believe that counseling should be a safe and judgment-free place providing the help we need to process what is happening so that we can move forward. It is a great place to explore what it means to be you and develop your identity further. I am here to build a relationship with you that feels comfortable and safe. I am here to listen to your story and learn who you are so that I can support you in achieving your goals.

I completed my undergraduate degree in 2009 with a Bachelor’s in Health Care Management, and then took some time to stay home with my three children. I am currently in my third and final year of the Clinical Mental Health Master’s program at Denver Seminary and I will graduate in May 2023. I am a member of the Chi Sigma Iota Counseling Honor society, and I am a certified Prepare and Enrich facilitator. 

Stephanie Norman

Clinical Therapist Intern
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I just passed the tipping point, where I have now lived in the Denver metro area longer than I lived in New York. While I love Colorado, I cannot deny that I miss the ocean and am always looking for a reason to visit extended family on the East Coast. I do also love to travel. 

I stay busy with my husband and my five adult children, whether it is hiking, rock-climbing, practicing yoga, or cooking. . While I have had to give up marathoning, a recent accomplishment was completing a Spartan race with two of my kids and their girlfriends. We also have three dogs that require a lot of attention.  

I approach therapy from a wellness perspective. When our minds and bodies work together, we can be the healthiest version of ourselves. I believe it is important to understand what makes us who we are. Our families, our experiences, our personalities, and our situations make us all unique. Thus, therapy must be unique to every person. I will work with you to become the best version of yourself. There are times when we need support for life choices, help in overcoming an obstacle, or the listening ear of a professional, and I consider it an honor to be part of your story. 

I am currently a student at Colorado Christian University where I expect to earn my Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 2023. I hold a Master of Business Administration in Finance from Baruch College, and a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from the State University of New York at New Paltz.  

As our family was formed by both toddler and teen adoption, I have had extensive adoption training, such as Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI).  I have worked with and mentored families who have adopted children. I am also trained as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) in Jefferson County. 

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Office Manager
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Originally from St. Louis, Missouri, I fell in love with the sunny days and snowy mountains of Colorado. After 24 years of living here, I think it’s safe to call it home. All my life I’ve had a passion for creative writing and am a singer/songwriter in my off time. I love hiking, reading, watching movies, and spending time with my husband and 2 ½ kids. My son is a freshman at CSU and my daughter is in 7th grade, but I also have a small, fuzzy, tantrum throwing, Pomeranian named Gus.
As a kid I was extremely sensitive and shy. It always felt as if my skin was almost too raw to walk the world. I found myself retreating into corners, rather than risk the pain but that was painful too. These days, I’m beginning to think of it more as my “superpower”. A portal towards empathy and connection with others. I am driven to be a kind person. A person that wants a soft place to land and wants others to find that place too.
Bachelor of Arts from Maryville University. I’ve been a stay-at-home mom for the last 18 years and have loved every sweet difficult moment of it. I have been on a life long journey of educating myself on all things “healing”. Whether it’s various therapies, breathing or yoga.

Thanks for getting to know us a little bit, we hope to get to know you more too.

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