Business Details
27 Years
experience
Mindfulness-Based Psychotherapy in Boulder, CO
As a licensed psychotherapist with over four decades of mindfulness practice, I integrate ancient contemplative traditions with contemporary psychological techniques to support clients facing emotional challenges, relational difficulties, and self-esteem issues. My approach emphasizes somatic awareness and present-centered therapy, drawing from extensive training in Hakomi Integrative Somatics and transpersonal psychology. Since 1999, I have maintained a private practice while teaching at Naropa University, blending academic expertise with hands-on experience in trauma and developmental work.My practice incorporates dream analysis, Plant Spirit Medicine, and insights from personal experiences with illness and transformation. I specialize in guiding clients through grief, anxiety, and spiritual growth, fostering self-acceptance and resilience through a compassionate, non-judgmental therapeutic relationship.
Services
Contemplative Psychotherapy
Somatic Therapy
Dream Analysis
Mindfulness Training
Emotional Healing
Grief Counseling
Spiritual Growth
Self-Esteem Enhancement
Anxiety Management
Trauma Recovery
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of mindfulness practice integrated with modern psychology.
- Our approach combines somatic therapy with transpersonal psychology expertise.
- We specialize in trauma-informed care and grief counseling.
- Our practice incorporates dream analysis and spiritual growth frameworks.
- We maintain academic leadership as faculty at Naropa University since 2000.
What people say
Remarkably skilled
Empathetic and an extraordinary listener
Gifted therapist
Impactful
More effective
Services
Contemplative Psychotherapy
This approach integrates meditation principles with psychological techniques to address emotional challenges. Clients develop present-moment awareness while exploring patterns in thoughts and behaviors. The practice fosters self-compassion through non-judgmental observation of internal experiences.
Somatic Therapy
Hakomi-based somatic therapy explores mind-body connections to resolve trauma and chronic stress. Gentle awareness exercises reveal unconscious patterns stored in the body. This method promotes emotional regulation through physical self-awareness and mindful movement.
Dream Analysis
Dream interpretation uncovers subconscious wisdom through symbolic imagery exploration. Clients examine recurring themes and emotional tones in dreams. This process reveals hidden insights about personal growth and unresolved psychological conflicts.
Grief Counseling
Specialized support guides clients through complex grief reactions and life transitions. Evidence-based techniques address disenfranchised grief and anticipatory mourning. The process emphasizes creating meaning from loss while rebuilding life purpose.
Spiritual Growth
This modality explores existential questions and spiritual development within a therapeutic framework. Clients examine sacred connections and life purpose through contemplative practices. The approach integrates indigenous wisdom with modern psychological insights.
People
Zimmerman, Cathy
Licensed Psychotherapist
With over 40 years of mindfulness practice, Cathy integrates contemplative traditions with modern psychology. She teaches at Naropa University and specializes in trauma recovery, grief counseling, and spiritual growth through somatic therapy.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches do you specialize in?
I specialize in mindfulness-based, somatic, and transpersonal psychotherapy, integrating Hakomi methods, dream analysis, and spiritual growth frameworks.
Do you accept insurance?
Yes, I accept Aetna, Cigna, United Health Care, Anthem, Kaiser, and Bright Health Insurance for sessions.
Are online sessions available?
Secure online sessions are available for clients preferring remote access to therapy.
What populations do you work with?
I work with individuals facing anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem issues, and those seeking spiritual growth or navigating illness.
How does your mindfulness practice inform therapy?
My 40+ years of mindfulness practice shape a present-centered approach that emphasizes body awareness and compassionate self-acceptance.
