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Available both in-person and online
111 East 3rd Street Suite 206 Rifle, CO 81650
Finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming - especially when you or your child are struggling. I'm Natalie, founder of Illuminate Play Therapy & Counseling, a Registered Play Therapist, Licensed Addiction Counselor, and Clinical Supervisor. I specialize in trauma, play therapy, and addiction, supporting children, teens, and adults in healing, connection, and growth. My approach is warm, collaborative, and trauma-informed, creating a safe space where clients feel understood, empowered, and supported in creating lasting change.
I specialize in play therapy, trauma, addiction & eating disorders, body-based therapy & Christian counseling. I integrate EMDR, somatic therapy, and relational approaches to support deep healing and long-term growth.
Reaching out for support can be hard, and you don't have to do it alone. Whether you're seeking help for yourself or you child, I'd be honored to walk alongside you. If I'm not the best fit, I'll help connect you with one of our skilled therapists at Illuminate who meets your needs.
Call or Natalie (Willey) Hanks now for a free 15 minute consultation - (970) 620-9273

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

111 East 3rd Street

Suite 206

Rifle, CO 81650 map

(970) 620-9273

Illuminate Play Therapy & Counseling

2470 Patterson Road

Suite 5

Grand Junction, CO 81505 map

My website
Founder & Clinical Director at Illuminate Play Therapy & Counseling - Specialties: Trauma, Play Therapy, Addiction & Christian Counseling
I specialize in Child, Trauma and PTSD and Addiction 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (970) 620-9273
Photo of Natalie (Willey) Hanks, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT, NCC

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

111 East 3rd Street

Suite 206

Rifle, CO 81650 map

(970) 620-9273

Illuminate Play Therapy & Counseling

2470 Patterson Road

Suite 5

Grand Junction, CO 81505 map

My website
Founder & Clinical Director at Illuminate Play Therapy & Counseling - Specialties: Trauma, Play Therapy, Addiction & Christian Counseling
I specialize in Child, Trauma and PTSD and Addiction 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $150
  • Couple Sessions $150
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Cash, Check, Venmo, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • Oxford
  • Rocky Mountain Health Plans
  • TriWest
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
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At Illuminate Play Therapy & Counseling, we handle all billing, insurance claims, and session payments so you can focus on therapy. Flexible self-pay options are also available.
Photo of Natalie (Willey) Hanks, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT, NCC
Natalie (Willey) Hanks
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (970) 620-9273
"
At Illuminate Play Therapy & Counseling, we handle all billing, insurance claims, and session payments so you can focus on therapy. Flexible self-pay options are also available.
Photo of Natalie (Willey) Hanks, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT, NCC
Natalie (Willey) Hanks
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (970) 620-9273

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Colorado / 0017277 Natalie (Willey) Hanks
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 10 years
  • Attended Adams State University, Master of Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Graduated 2019
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from Association for Play Therapy- Registered Play Therapist T6303 / 2023
  • Certificate from EMDR Consulting- EMDR Training Parts 1 & 2 2019
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Natalie is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Addiction Therapist (LAC), Registered Play Therapist (RPT), and Clinical Supervisor, providing trauma-informed care and guiding clinicians in their professional growth.
Photo of Natalie (Willey) Hanks, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT, NCC
Natalie (Willey) Hanks
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (970) 620-9273
"
Natalie is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Addiction Therapist (LAC), Registered Play Therapist (RPT), and Clinical Supervisor, providing trauma-informed care and guiding clinicians in their professional growth.
Photo of Natalie (Willey) Hanks, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT, NCC
Natalie (Willey) Hanks
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (970) 620-9273

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Child
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Addiction

Expertise

  • Adoption
  • Anxiety
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Cancer
  • Depression
  • Eating Disorders
  • First Responders
  • Grief
  • Infertility
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Veterans
  • Women's Issues
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Specializing in play therapy, trauma, and addiction, Natalie provides compassionate, trauma-informed care for children, teens, adults, and families, helping clients heal, grow, and build stronger connections.
Photo of Natalie (Willey) Hanks, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT, NCC
Natalie (Willey) Hanks
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (970) 620-9273
"
Specializing in play therapy, trauma, and addiction, Natalie provides compassionate, trauma-informed care for children, teens, adults, and families, helping clients heal, grow, and build stronger connections.
Photo of Natalie (Willey) Hanks, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT, NCC
Natalie (Willey) Hanks
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (970) 620-9273

5 Endorsements

KJ Leuallen
KJ Leuallen
Pre-Licensed ProfessionalMFT in
Natalie is an outstanding supervisor who provides expert guidance, support, and mentorship. She empowers me to grow as a clinician while fostering confidence, reflection, and high-quality care for my clients.
Britta E Hadden
Britta E Hadden
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLCSW
Natalie offers a warm, compassionate space where both kids and adults can gently work through overwhelm and past experiences. She thoughtfully integrates trauma-informed care, including EMDR, play therapy, or somatic work.
Courtney Dunn
Courtney Dunn
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLCSWADDC
Natalie is a compassionate, warm, direct, client-centered therapist who creates a safe space for all ages. Her gift for working with children, along with her use of play therapy and IFS, makes her a trusted and meaningful support in our community.
Rylee Wisniewski
Rylee Wisniewski
Pre-Licensed Professional
Natalie is exceptional at working with children and guiding them through trauma. Her expertise in EMDR and play therapy creates a safe, supportive space where kids feel understood, heard, and empowered to heal and grow.
Kari Yuen
Kari Yuen
Licensed Professional CounselorMALPCNCCEMDR
Natalie brings confidence, experience, and an open heart to her work. She is attuned to details and an expert in family and individual relationships. I enjoyed working alongside and having her guidance on a personal level.

Client Focus

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Religion

Christian

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Religion

Christian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Art Therapy
  • Attachment-based
  • Brainspotting
  • Christian Counseling
  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • EMDR
  • Experiential Therapy
  • Play Therapy
  • Sandplay
  • Somatic
  • Trauma Focused
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Natalie specializes in somatic (body-based) & experiential therapy. Natalie believes change takes place within an experience vs. talking about change. These guided experiences allow transformation to take place and a client to learn their body's wisdom. This allows a client to work with their body vs. against it. Clients will also learn how to effectively self-regulate.
Photo of Natalie (Willey) Hanks, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT, NCC
Natalie (Willey) Hanks
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (970) 620-9273
"
Natalie specializes in somatic (body-based) & experiential therapy. Natalie believes change takes place within an experience vs. talking about change. These guided experiences allow transformation to take place and a client to learn their body's wisdom. This allows a client to work with their body vs. against it. Clients will also learn how to effectively self-regulate.
Photo of Natalie (Willey) Hanks, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT, NCC
Natalie (Willey) Hanks
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (970) 620-9273

Location

Primary Location

111 East 3rd Street

Suite 206

Rifle, CO 81650

(970) 620-9273

Additional Location

Illuminate Play Therapy & Counseling

2470 Patterson Road

Suite 5

Grand Junction, CO 81505

(970) 620-9273
"
Founder & Clinical Director at Illuminate Play Therapy & Counseling - Specialties: Trauma, Play Therapy, Addiction & Christian Counseling
Photo of Natalie (Willey) Hanks, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT, NCC
Natalie (Willey) Hanks
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT, NCC
Call for a free consultation now - (970) 620-9273
"
Founder & Clinical Director at Illuminate Play Therapy & Counseling - Specialties: Trauma, Play Therapy, Addiction & Christian Counseling
Photo of Natalie (Willey) Hanks, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT, NCC
Natalie (Willey) Hanks
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT, NCC
Call for a free consultation now - (970) 620-9273