Kelsey Loupy, Phd, LPCC
I am a scientist and therapist with my feet planted somewhere between the measurable and immeasurable.
I've always felt called to the field of mental health, though my journey here has been anything but traditional. I began my career as a physiologist, studying the Earth-body-mind connection. I spent years researching how soil bacteria influence our immune systems and mental wellness, then moved into biotechnology, developing preventive and diagnostic tests for heart disease and dementia. I also supported curriculum development for psychedelic-assisted therapy training programs in Colorado.
I loved the experimentation, curiosity, and discovery of science. And yet, I sensed something was missing. I found myself wanting to move beyond understanding Life intellectually and into experiencing it more fully. I felt a pull toward a more embodied way of living, one that made room for the emotional, relational, and deeply human parts of being alive.
Eventually, I let go of some of the paths I thought I should follow and returned to school to pursue the kind of work that felt more aligned with my heart. Along the way, I've found that meeting our humanness with honesty and compassion can bring a greater sense of freedom.
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I work with adults who are ready to reconnect with themselves and the world around them in a deeper way. I support both individuals and couples to understand their relational patterns and bring awareness to their underlying needs. Maybe you are feeling anxious, stuck, burnt out, or doubting your intuition. Maybe you are in a process of deep grief. Maybe you are tired of trying to think your way through the day, managing all the tasks on your to-do list. Maybe you are wondering whether you are in the right relationships, or why they cause you distress. All of you is welcome here. My intention is to support you in navigating your unique path and experiencing satisfaction with Life.
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My approach to therapy is both relational and somatic. We’ll work at a pace that supports safety and trust, exploring the sensations, emotions, and patterns that shape how you move through the world and relate to yourself and others. Our work may include reflection, questions for deeper insight, and embodied practices. We may also incorporate mindfulness and sensory engagement with nature. I find that nature can be a supportive companion for nervous system regulation, a felt sense of belonging, and self expression. Each session is playful, creative, responsive to your needs, and guided by your choice.
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You’ll find me wandering the foothills of Boulder, tending to my herbal garden, and laughing with friends. I am forever a student, writing poetry, studying archeology, and reading. My own spiritual practices include extended time with the nonhuman world: rafting, backpacking, bikepacking, and solos into the desert.
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate in Colorado
Owner of Groundwater Psychotherapy LLC
MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, specializing in Transpersonal Wilderness Therapy from Naropa University
PhD in Integrative Physiology from the University of Colorado Boulder
EMDR Basic Training, 2026
Somatic Soul-Based Trauma Training, 2026
Nature-Based Parts Work Training, 2025
Ceremony & Rites of Passage Training, 2025
Nature-Based Trauma & Attachment Training, 2025
Collaborations with the Natural World, 2025
Introduction to Therapeutic Nature-Based Interventions, 2025
Wilderness First Responder, NOLS, recertified 2025
Kelsey specializes in working with the following populations and mental health diagnoses:
Adults, couples, clinicians, students, athletes, anxiety, depression, complex or developmental trauma, relationship issues, grief, perfectionism, self-doubt, emotions/stress held in the body.
Kelsey works with all genders.
Kelsey offers a rate of $140 per session.
Kelsey is available Monday through Friday from 9 am to 5 pm. Telehealth throughout Colorado, in person in Boulder. Outdoor sessions available.