New Balance Professional Counseling

New Balance Professional Counseling is a mental health practice located in the heart of Castle Rock, Colorado. Established in 2015, we are committed to providing compassionate and evidence-based counseling and coaching services to our clients. Our founder, Erica J. Bellar M.Ed., LPC, NCC, is a licensed professional counselor and certified life coach, who is dedicated to helping individuals find balance, fulfillment, and growth in their personal and professional lives. At New Balance Professional Counseling, we strive to create a safe and inclusive space, welcoming clients of all cultural and social backgrounds and belief systems.

Meet Erica

Erica received her Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Psychology and Community Counseling, respectively, from Chadron State College in Chadron, Nebraska. She is a licensed professional counselor in the State of Colorado and a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC). Erica has a rich and diverse professional background, having worked as a school-based therapist, a career counselor, and a human resources professional. In 2019, Erica added life coaching and career coaching to her toolbox after obtaining her PHR (Professional in Human Resources) certification. Erica's practice is grounded in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical-Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and existential perspectives, helping clients to identify and change negative thoughts and beliefs that may be hindering their personal growth and well-being.

Our Services

At New Balance Professional Counseling, we offer a range of services designed to help individuals cultivate meaningful and fulfilling lives. Our services include:

• Coaching: Our life and career coaching services are tailored to help clients find balance and fulfillment in their personal and professional lives. Our coaching sessions are designed to help clients build skills and confidence in communication, time management, problem-solving, interpersonal relationships, and stress management. Our coaching sessions are $100 for an hour individual session.
• Counseling Services: Erica provides counseling services for individuals, couples, and families, addressing a range of mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and relationship difficulties. We accept the following insurance: Anthem/Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, and Colorado Medicaid. Colorado Medicaid covers mental health services completely with no co-pays or other out-of-pocket costs.

Telehealth Services

New Balance Professional Counseling is proud to offer telehealth services, allowing clients to access our services from the comfort of their homes. Our telehealth services are provided through a HIPAA compliant video conferencing application, ensuring the confidentiality and security of our clients' personal information.

Headspace Blog

Our Headspace blog is an interactive space that provides insights into the common themes that emerge in our counseling and coaching practice. The blog features a range of topics, including self-compassion, coping skills, goal-setting, and finding meaning in experience. Our blog is designed to be an interactive space, where clients and readers can share their perspectives, experiences, and questions. We invite you to explore our blog and join the conversation!