Grief counselors and therapists in Durango, CO

My journey towards therapy started in the forests on the Pacific Crest Trail and in the San Juan Mountains as a Wilderness Therapy Guide. I was entranced by people's stories that landed them on the trail, as well as by their takes on life. I decided to get my Master's in Counseling at Adam's State University so that I could professionally hear people's stories. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Colorado. I have experience working with families and individuals ages 12+. I am passionate about helping people manage chronic stress that seems inevitable in the current world we live in.

“How we relate to whatever we're experiencing is even more important than the experience itself " -Bruce Tift

I believe we all have a natural impulse towards evolution and health. Through training and discipline we can greatly accelerate this process.

Survival strategies needed in childhood, arising from our intelligence, are no longer appropriate and can cause unnecessary suffering. These outdated approaches are primarily unconscious. I provide a safe non judgmental space to get to know your patterns with an attitude of kindness. This awareness can give you the freedom to choose the direction you want instead of being driven by historical conditioning.

Hello. I am a clinical psychologist that has been practicing for ten plus years. I have had extensive training with evidence based trauma treatments.

Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or feel overwhelmed by the demands of life? Are you feeling burdened by past trauma? I work with individuals and families, from children to adults, who feel stuck, overwhelmed, and unsupported. Sometimes life's challenges—like family conflict, unhelpful coping patterns, or the lingering effects of trauma—can significantly strain your ability to find a clear path forward toward meaningful progress. Let's work together to acknowledge those struggles and find practical ways to feel better.

I’m Hannah Strege, MSW, LCSW, and the owner of Wonderfully Made Counseling, PLLC, where I provide compassionate, individualized therapy for children, adolescents, adults, and families. I earned my Master of Social Work from Baylor University and have experience providing behavioral health care within pediatric primary care.

My areas of focus include anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, adoption, embryo adoption, and concerns related to IVF and assisted reproduction. I have a particular passion for supporting adoptees, adoptive families, and individuals navigating the complex emotions, relationships, identity questions, and experiences that can accompany adoption and reproductive technologies.

I am also the Founder and CEO of Wonderfully Made Adoption Services International, a nonprofit dedicated to adoption education, advocacy, consultation, and support. My nonprofit work and clinical practice are separate, but both reflect my commitment to approaching adoption and family formation with compassion, ethical consideration, and a child centered perspective.

I believe every person has inherent dignity and a story worthy of being heard. My goal as a therapist is to create a space where clients feel genuinely known, respected, and supported as they pursue healing and meaningful change.

I have found my own personal healing to be intimately connected to nature, and it is here that I believe that we can all begin to rediscover our intrinsic humanity and let go of those things that distract us from our higher selves. In my spare time, I work as an outdoor educator and manage my own private practice and guide Outdoor Retreats

I believe it is helpful and important to translate what is discussed in session and in telehealth meetings into lived experience and real change.

I’m bilingual in Japanese and English and bring a multicultural lens to my work with individuals and couples. I work with clients who are navigating trauma, relationship difficulties, emotional disconnection, or patterns they understand intellectually but have difficulty changing. Therapy is a process of building emotional, mental, and physiological safety; exploring how your experiences have shaped the way you relate to yourself, others, and the world; processing unresolved emotions; and moving toward becoming more whole.

I'm delighted to meet you! As a board certified counselor and as a former school counselor, I have worked in public education for 20 years supporting students, parents and administrators. My areas of focus are trauma, de-escalation strategies, dysregulation, anxiety and life transitions.

Choosing a therapist can feel like a daunting and vulnerable step, and I want to honor the courage it takes to begin. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I work with adults ages 25 to 85, bringing a long, richly lived life experience that allows me to meet you with steadiness, perspective, and compassion. My approach is grounded in unconditional positive regard—I believe you are worthy of respect and understanding exactly as you are. I can’t fix anyone, but I am very good at helping people heal themselves from the wounds life brings and to navigate the changes that shape us all.

With over a decade of experience, I offer tailored therapy for diverse challenges: Disruptive Behavior, Parental Stress, LGBTQIA Support, Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Relationships, Grief, Life Transitions, BIPOC Concerns, and Personal Growth. I use a holistic approach integrating Trauma-Informed Care, CBT, and Behavior Therapy. Let's work towards healing and growth together!