Therapists and Counseling in Gillette, WY
Counseling for children, adolescents, and adults
About Our Gillette Locations
Therapists & Counseling in Gillette, Wyoming
Looking for a therapist in Gillette, Wyoming? Counseling and Play Therapy Center, LLC provides professional mental health counseling for children, adolescents, and adults at two convenient Gillette locations. Our experienced therapists provide individualized care for anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, grief, behavioral concerns, life transitions, parenting concerns, and other emotional and mental health needs.
Our Gillette therapists use a variety of therapeutic approaches, including traditional counseling, Experiential Play Therapy, Jungian/Kalffian Sandplay Therapy, EMDR, Brainspotting, CBT, ACT, expressive arts, and other evidence-informed approaches. We help clients find a therapist and therapeutic approach that fits their individual needs.
Office phone: 307-217-2161
201 W Lakeway Road, Suite 600, Gillette, WY 82718
612 S Douglas Highway, Gillette, WY 82716
Our Lakeway Road Team
Tatum Bourgeois, MA, LPC
Therapist in Gillette, WY
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I believe that growth is not a linear path. Healing can move forward, backward, sideways, in unexpected directions, and at different intensities and frequencies. Wherever you find yourself on that path, I am here to meet you where you are and support you as you move toward greater self-awareness, confidence, and alignment with who you truly are. I have experience working with clients across the lifespan, from age 3 through age 75. I especially enjoy working with children and adolescents, using Experiential Play Therapy and expressive arts therapy to help young people communicate, process emotions, build insight, and develop healthy ways of coping. I also enjoy working with women who have spent so much of their lives caring for and showing up for others that they have lost touch with themselves. I value helping women reclaim their voice, identity, needs, and sense of self.
I work with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, grief, trauma, and other life challenges. My approach is primarily person-centered, which means I meet you where you are rather than expecting you to fit into a predetermined path. From there, we may move forward, backward, sideways—or simply pause and notice what is happening. I believe every person's healing journey is unique.
My therapeutic work is grounded in respect for each client's individual identity, culture, sexual orientation, values, beliefs, and lived experience. My personal belief systems do not dictate the direction of therapy. Instead, I support you in exploring what is meaningful to you and in developing a deeper understanding of yourself. Together, we can explore unwanted patterns, roles, relationships, and family dynamics that may no longer serve you, with the goal of helping you make choices and take actions that are aligned with your own values, beliefs, and authentic sense of self.
Depending on your needs and comfort level, I may incorporate body, emotional, mental, and spiritual parts exploration; guided imagery; mindfulness; meditation; energy work; inner-child exploration; and exploration of family-member dynamics. These approaches can provide different pathways for understanding yourself, processing experiences, and working through what may be keeping you stuck.
I believe in having grace for ourselves and for others while also recognizing the importance of accountability. Sometimes healing means offering ourselves compassion; other times, it means taking an honest look at repetitive thought patterns, behaviors, or choices that continue to create outcomes we do not want. I will support you with both compassion and honesty, gently challenging you when it may help you see something from a different perspective.
Most importantly, I want therapy to be a space where you can be genuinely seen, heard, and understood. You do not have to have everything figured out before you begin. We can start exactly where you are and work from there.
I look forward to meeting you. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or would like to learn more about working together.
Miranda Fifield, MA, PPC
Therapist in Gillette, WY
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I am a Provisionally Licensed Professional Counselor who is passionate about creating a safe, supportive space where clients feel heard, understood, and accepted. I am trained in Experiential Play Therapy, Sandplay Therapy, and Brainspotting, and I am currently training in EMDR. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and adults.
I believe every person has unique strengths and the capacity for growth. My goal is to meet clients where they are, build a trusting therapeutic relationship, and help them navigate life’s challenges with greater confidence, understanding, and connection. I feel honored to walk alongside my clients as they work toward healing and meaningful change.
Amber Friedlan, MA, LPC
Therapist in Gillette, WY
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My master’s is in school counseling from Adams State University, and my bachelor’s is in psychology: pre-counseling from Oklahoma Baptist University. I am a compassionate mental health counselor who works with children, adolescents, and adults ages 3 and up. I have been a counselor since 2017. I believe that every person’s experiences are unique, and I strive to create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to grow.
I am EMDR trained and am currently completing training in Experiential Play Therapy and Sandplay Therapy. I enjoy incorporating creative and experiential approaches into counseling, particularly when working with children and clients who may find it difficult to express their thoughts and feelings through words alone.
Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my two kids, taking walks with my dog, reading, and challenging myself with Sudoku. I value connection, creativity, and lifelong learning, both personally and professionally.
Gypsy Petz, MA, LPC
Therapist in Gillette, WY
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In my practice, I work with clients of all ages—including young children, teens, and adults. I am a proud community member and mother of four. I know that taking this courageous step toward therapy is life-changing, whether you are seeking support for your child or looking for guidance through your own personal challenges.
My approach to therapy is to create a warm, safe space: I provide a non-judgmental, sincere environment where every individual feels safe to express their true self.
My counseling style is rooted in deep empathy, care and compassion, which allows me to meet clients exactly where they are in life.
Together, we will navigate life’s unique hurdles, explore complex thoughts and emotions, and build lasting inner strength and resiliency.
I partner closely with you to set meaningful goals and map out a supportive path forward. Because I work across the lifespan, I adapt my methods to match the developmental stage of each person, ensuring care feels natural and effective. Our sessions are dedicated to uncovering insights that foster emotional growth, healing, and long-term well-being.
Whether you are looking to help your child manage big feelings or seeking a supportive space for yourself, I am here to help your family thrive.
Erin Urbanoski, MSW, LCSW
Therapist in Gillette, WY
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Erin Urbanoski, MSW, LCSW, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a decade of experience supporting youth and families in rural communities. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Colorado Denver and her Master of Social Work from Simmons College. Erin has specialized training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), as well as additional training hours focused specifically on utilizing EMDR with children. Her therapeutic approach is compassionate, trauma-informed, and individualized to meet each child where they are. Recognizing that children may not always have the words to communicate their experiences, Erin incorporates Experiential Play Therapy and expressive arts as natural methods of expression. Through creativity, play, and a safe therapeutic relationship, she helps children process emotions, develop healthy coping skills, build confidence, and work toward healing and growth.
Erin values collaboration with parents and caregivers and believes meaningful progress occurs when children and families feel understood, supported, and empowered throughout the therapeutic process.
Wanda Noftsker, MMHRC, CRC, PPC
Therapist in Gillette, WY
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Sometimes, the bravest step toward healing is simply having someone walk beside you and say, “You don’t have to figure this out alone.”
I’m Wanda Noftsker, a Mental Health Professional (PPC), a parent, and someone who knows that life can be both beautiful and really hard. Being a parent has given me an even deeper understanding of the joys, worries, questions, and overwhelming moments that can come with caring for others.
My main focus is Experiential Play Therapy. I love helping children and families work through big feelings, challenges, and relationships in a way that feels natural and comfortable for them. Through play, children can express things they may not have the words to say, build confidence, and discover their own strengths.
I also have a strong focus on ADHD. I enjoy helping people understand how their brains work, recognize their strengths, and find practical tools to make everyday life, relationships, emotions, and self-esteem a little easier to navigate.
I also use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which helps people learn how to handle difficult thoughts and feelings without letting them take over. ACT focuses on understanding what matters most to you and taking steps toward the life you want, even when things feel hard.
I have a special passion for supporting women through the different seasons and transitions of life. My goal is to create a space where you can be yourself, feel accepted, and have someone in your corner as you heal and grow.
It’s an honor to walk alongside people in their journey. When faith is important to my clients, I’m happy to include it in therapy in a way that feels meaningful to them. I believe faith can be a powerful source of hope, strength, purpose, and healing as we move toward greater wholeness. I look forward to connecting!
Kaitie Shaw, MA, PPC
Therapist in Gillette, WY
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Helping children heal through play, connection, and creativity. I believe children communicate best through play. While adults often process experiences through conversation, children naturally express their thoughts, emotions, and experiences through the language of play. My goal is to create a safe, accepting environment where children feel seen, understood, and empowered to work through life's challenges.
My primary approach is Experiential Play Therapy, which allows children to explore emotions, build coping skills, strengthen relationships, and develop confidence in ways that are meaningful and developmentally appropriate. Through carefully selected play experiences, creative activities, and therapeutic relationship building, I help children process difficult experiences while discovering their own strengths and resilience.
I work with children experiencing anxiety, behavioral challenges, emotional regulation difficulties, trauma, life transitions, grief, low self-esteem, ADHD, and family or school-related concerns. I also partner closely with parents and caregivers, recognizing that lasting change happens when families are equipped with practical tools and a deeper understanding of their child's emotional world.
My therapeutic style is warm, playful, and compassionate while providing guidance. I strive to meet each child where they are, honoring their unique personality, strengths, and pace of growth. My goal is not simply to reduce symptoms, but to help children build emotional resilience, healthy relationships, and confidence that extends well beyond the therapy room.
I consider it a privilege to walk alongside children and families as they grow, heal, and discover hope together.
Our Douglas Highway Team
Kade Myers,
MA, LPC
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Kade Myers, LPC brings a unique combination of education, counseling, teaching, coaching, and real-world experience to the mental health field. Kade spent eight years as a teacher and three years as a high school counselor before transitioning into outpatient mental health counseling with the goal of helping children, adolescents, and families navigate mental health challenges more effectively.
Kade earned a degree in Elementary Education from the University of Wyoming and a Master’s degree in School Counseling from Southeastern Oklahoma State University. For the past three years, Kade has worked at the Counseling and Play Therapy Center, continuing to expand clinical training and expertise. Kade is currently working toward certifications in Experiential Play Therapy and EMDR and plans to begin a Sport Psychology certification.
Kade enjoys working with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, life transitions, and behavioral challenges. He uses an individualized, strengths-based approach incorporating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), psychoeducation, Experiential Play Therapy, Sandplay Therapy, behavior modification, mindfulness, and relaxation strategies.
At the heart of Kade’s approach is the belief that everyone’s journey is unique. What works for one person may not necessarily work for you. Counseling should be individualized, practical, and focused on helping each person discover the tools and strategies that work best for them.
Kade is committed to empowering clients with the tools, training, and knowledge they need to perform optimally day in and day out—whether that means managing emotions, improving relationships, navigating challenges, building confidence, changing behaviors, or developing the skills necessary to reach their goals.
Outside of counseling, Kade enjoys spending time with his two boys, following them to their many rodeos, soccer games, and basketball activities. Kade also enjoys playing golf, spending time in the mountains around his hometown of Buffalo, Wyoming, hiking, fishing, and helping on the family ranch working cattle. Kade and his family also raise goats as show animals for local families involved in 4-H and FFA.
Kade believes that mental health is not about simply getting through the day—it is about developing the skills, confidence, resilience, and understanding needed to thrive in everyday life.
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My name is Julia Cathey and I am a provisionally licensed social worker. I am a play therapist in training and have worked with children and teens ages 2-16 years old.
With a Master of Social Work, I started my professional career working in a virtual intensive outpatient program. I then spent almost 3 years in education as an elementary counselor in Gillette. While in education, I focused on the impact of trauma and how best to support students and staff by creating strong relationships.
I also aquired gatekeeper training which focuses on teaching people without professional mental health backgrounds to recognize the signs that someone may be considering suicide, establish a dialogue, and guide the person to seek professional help.
I seek to let child clients lead their healing journey by utilizing Experiential Play Therapy. I have worked with clients who have undergone traumatic experiences and are living with anxiety or depressive symptoms. I hold all stories and cultures with care and acknowledge that no two human experiences are the same. My biggest goal is to provide an encouraging environment of healing where every individual leaves feeling heard. I hope to meet you soon!
Julia Cathey,
MSW, PCSW
Heather Schmelzle,
MA, LPC
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I’m Heather Schmelzle, LPC, and I believe that genuine connection is at the heart of helping others feel seen, heard, and valued. I’m a warm, compassionate, down-to-earth person who loves people, meaningful conversations, laughter, family, and making others feel comfortable being exactly who they are.
My faith is an important part of who I am, and I enjoy spending time with my family, cheering on my boys, enjoying rodeo and ranch life, and appreciating the simple things—good coffee, great conversations, and time with the people I love.
In my work, I connect with children, adolescents, and adults by meeting them where they are. I believe everyone has a story, and I strive to create a safe, welcoming space where people can open up without judgment. Whether we are talking, playing, laughing, processing difficult experiences, or simply taking things one step at a time, my goal is to build authentic relationships and walk alongside each person through life’s challenges.
I’m honored to connect with people right where they are and help them discover hope, healing, and strength along the way.
Meghan Young,
MS, PPC
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Hey, I’m Meghan, a Provisional Professional Counselor (PPC) in Gillette, Wyoming. I’m EMDR trained and enjoy working with children, teens, adults, and families through both traditional psychotherapy and Experiential Play Therapy.
My style is honest, down-to-earth, and collaborative. I’m not the kind of therapist who just nods and agrees—I’ll show up with you, ask the hard questions when needed, and be real about what I’m noticing. At the same time, I’m supportive and focused on helping you actually move forward with your counseling goals.
I work with trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, behavioral challenges, family conflict, divorce, life transitions, grief, and self-esteem concerns. But honestly, I also work with people dealing with life—because, let’s face it, who doesn’t have something they’re trying to figure out? With kids, I use play therapy to help them express and work through things they may not yet have the words to explain.
I care a lot about rural mental health. I’ve seen how hard it can be to find consistent, quality care in our community, and I believe people here deserve access to ethical, meaningful mental health services without having to leave home to get them.
If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just ready for something to change, you don’t have to figure it out alone. I’d be glad to walk alongside you.
Let us help.
Looking for counseling for yourself or your child? Contact us to learn more about our services and available clinicians.