Business Details
22 Years
experience
Your Trusted Mental Health Counseling Center in Columbus, NE
Colegrove Counseling Center was founded in 2004 with a mission to empower individuals and families through collaborative mental health and substance use counseling. Our team of six licensed therapists and administrative professionals brings decades of combined experience in addressing depression, anxiety, trauma, substance abuse, and family dynamics. We specialize in evidence-based therapies including EMDR, cognitive behavioral therapy, and neurofeedback, tailored to meet each client's unique needs. Our Columbus, Nebraska facility provides a safe, confidential environment for individual, couples, family, and group therapy sessions. As Preferred Providers for the Nebraska Justice System, we maintain rigorous professional standards while offering flexible appointment times to accommodate working professionals.Our administrative team ensures seamless scheduling, insurance processing, and client communication. We offer specialized services such as four-hour drug and alcohol education classes, parenting workshops, and court-mandated evaluations. With therapists holding credentials including LIMHP, LADC, and LPC certifications, we combine clinical expertise with compassionate care. Our clinicians maintain active roles in community mental health initiatives, including the Center for Survivors Board and LOSS team support. We measure success through client progress toward personalized goals, not standardized outcomes, ensuring each person receives the specific support they need.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Therapy
Family Therapy
EMDR Therapy
Substance Abuse Evaluations
Neurofeedback
Parenting Classes
Drug Education Classes
Group Therapy
Mental Health Counseling
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We offer therapists with specialized EMDR training for trauma recovery
- Our team includes licensed professionals with 15+ years of clinical experience
- We provide court-approved substance abuse evaluations and treatment programs
- Our counselors maintain active roles in local mental health advocacy organizations
- We combine evidence-based practices with personalized treatment planning
Associations and certifications
- Preferred Provider for the State of Nebraska Justice System
Services
Individual Therapy
Personalized therapy sessions focusing on mental health concerns, life challenges, and personal growth. Our clinicians use evidence-based approaches to address depression, anxiety, trauma, and other issues. Sessions last 30-60 minutes with treatment plans tailored to each client's specific needs and goals.
EMDR Therapy
Specialized treatment for trauma and PTSD using eye movement desensitization and reprocessing techniques. This evidence-based approach helps clients process traumatic memories and reduce distressing symptoms. Typically shows significant improvement in 85-95% of single-incident trauma cases through structured protocol sessions.
Substance Abuse Evaluations
Comprehensive assessments for alcohol and drug-related concerns following state-mandated protocols. Includes clinical interviews, collateral information gathering, and personalized treatment recommendations. Evaluations take 2-3 hours with official reports completed within 7-10 business days for court or treatment purposes.
Neurofeedback
Evidence-based treatment improving brain function through self-regulation techniques. Addresses anxiety, depression, ADHD, and trauma symptoms by training neural pathways. Sessions use real-time feedback to help clients develop better emotional and cognitive control over time.
Parenting Classes
Educational programs helping parents develop effective strategies for child-rearing challenges. Covers behavior management, communication techniques, and age-appropriate discipline methods. Designed to strengthen family relationships and improve household dynamics through practical skill-building exercises.
People
Jill Colegrove
Owner/Clinical Director
Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner with 25+ years experience in mental health and substance abuse treatment. Specializes in trauma therapy and EMDR. Holds LPC and LADC certifications. Member of American Counseling Association and Nebraska Counseling Association.
Mary Phillips
Therapist
LIMHP with 20+ years counseling experience treating mood disorders and domestic abuse impacts. Completed specialized EMDR and DBT training. Teaches DBT skills classes and works with adults and adolescents in individual and group settings.
Shelli Cornwell
Therapist
Provisionally licensed therapist with EMDR certification. Specializes in behavioral health and addictions treatment. Experienced in residential and outpatient settings. Provides individual and group counseling for mental health and substance use concerns.
Misty Lawrence
Therapist
PLMHP and PLADC with focus on co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. Uses person-centered approach in working with adults, adolescents, and couples. Experienced in both inpatient and outpatient treatment settings across multiple states.
Karmen VanDeWalle
Therapist
Provisional Licensed Clinical Social Worker with mental health and substance misuse experience since 2017. Active in community organizations including Center for Survivors Board. Provides counseling services while maintaining CASA volunteer role for foster children.
Questions
What types of therapy do you offer?
We provide individual, couples, family, and group therapy sessions using evidence-based approaches like CBT, EMDR, and DBT tailored to each client's specific needs.
Do you accept insurance?
We work with most major insurance providers and can help verify your mental health benefits before your first appointment. Payment options include private pay and sliding scale fees.
Are evening appointments available?
Yes, we offer evening sessions by appointment Monday through Friday to accommodate working professionals' schedules.
What is EMDR therapy?
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a specialized trauma treatment that helps process distressing memories using bilateral stimulation techniques to reduce their emotional impact.
Do you provide court-mandated services?
As Preferred Providers for the Nebraska Justice System, we offer court-approved substance abuse evaluations, treatment programs, and counseling services meeting legal requirements.