Meet Our Therapists
We understand that credentials and experience are very important to our families. Putting trust in your child's emotional health is a vulnerable experience. Having a knowledgeable clinician for your child's challenge is crucial to creating successful outcomes. All staff at our center is required to have 10+ years of experience working in diverse environments with children. Additionally, all of our staff has received extensive training in play based interventions, as well as our own 20 Hour Transformative Therapy Program. Clients are placed with the clinician we believe can be most supportive to your family.
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Founder, Director & Site Supervisor
Bridget Tedeschi, MA, LPC
Bridget founded The Bridge Center in 2014, with the intention of bringing awareness to the necessity of social and emotional support for children and their families. Through the majority of her career she has worked with children with big emotions, challenging behaviors and unique sense of self. She has helped their parents to understand the deeper messages behind these behaviors more clearly and advocated for the child themself to engage in building their ability to regulate, in a dysregulated world. After becoming a parent herself, Bridget's work has focused on parenting support, supervising, and partnerships with reforming early childhood education. Bridget does continue to see a small group of kiddos to keep her skills fresh, inspired and relevant.
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Clare has had a love for children since a very young age when she would help to take care of her younger sister and her friends during play dates. Over the years, she has explored careers in Baking and Pastry, Hospitality, and Customer Service, but has been repeatedly led back to working with children in capacities including teaching at a preschool, nannying, and babysitting. She is now proud to be a Play Therapist where she can continue to support and encourage growth and development in many children. Clare's therapeutic approach to working with children centers around encouraging each child to embrace their full and authentic self; exploring and developing a deep understanding of self and their world, and helping them develop an appreciation and love for all parts of themselves.
Therapist, Boulder
Clare Sullivan, MA, LPCC
Erin Sommer
Social Emotional Specialist, Westminster
As a mother of three children in high school and college, Erin deeply understands the joys and challenges of parenting through different developmental stages. She specialize in supporting children and adolescents' social and emotional health, with expertise in play-based techniques. Her approach combines evidence-based practices with play to address childhood anxiety, depression, behavioral concerns, and family challenges. She creates a safe, nurturing environment where clients can express themselves, process emotions, and develop practical coping strategies, tailoring interventions to each child's unique needs. Her goal is to provide focused, effective sessions that build lifelong skills, reduce unwanted behaviors, and strengthen the vital connection between parents and their children.
Erica Rutherford, LCSW
Therapist, Westminster
As both a therapist and a parent, Erica believes that children thrive when given the space and support to authentically experience and express their emotions. While we cannot always control the circumstances of life, the difficulties we face can serve as opportunities to develop new coping tools, deepen emotional awareness, and strengthen relationships. She is passionate about empowering youth and their families to face challenges in a safe, welcoming environment, while building the skills needed to continue this work at home and in the community. With over 17 years experience working with children and families, she uses a trauma-informed, family-systems approach to help clients navigate life’s challenges, build emotional regulation, and experience personal growth.
One of Amy’s greatest passions is supporting children and families. Through extensive training, she has mastered playful ways to help children identify and express their thoughts and feelings, learn how their brains and bodies work, improve self-esteem, and regulate big emotions. Her playful techniques are geared to help kids get to know their inner experiences and externalize thoughts and feelings that are difficult for them to express and uncover the feelings and needs that may be driving concerning behaviors. She also specializes in EMDR therapy which helps children process and heal from traumatic events and build resilience. Amy sees parents as partners in her work and includes them via parent- child sessions and parent coaching. And, as a mother of two, Amy truly understands the joys and challenges of raising children.
Amy Allerheiligen, MS, LMFT
Therapist, Boulder
Kait Keeley, MA, LPCC
Therapist, Boulder
Kait holds a deep reverence for the wisdom of the body, and personally believes that connecting and listening to our embodied self is where healing often begins. She has previously enjoyed time with kiddos as a friend, educator, caretaker, aunt, and mentor. As a therapist she brings an open and curious perspective, and integrates body awareness as a way of listening, responding, and regulating. In the play room, her priority is to maintain an embodied presence in relationship with children while supporting the exploration and expression of their authentic selves in a safe and secure environment.
Therapist, Westminster
Emily Eberhart, MA, LPC
Emily is a licensed professional counselor with a deep passion and commitment to advocating for the social and emotional needs of children. With over 10 years of experience, Emily began her journey into the world of early childhood working as a preschool teacher. After receiving her degree in mental health counseling at Northwestern University, she began working with children, families, and educators in both classroom and therapeutic settings. Emily has extensive training in early childhood mental health and trauma-informed care, having participated in the yearlong Harris Fellowship for Infant and Childhood Mental Health post-graduation. She provides child-centered, play-based therapy emphasizing the power of attuned, nurturing relationships. Emily is dedicated to collaborating with children and families in meeting their unique needs and goals, leading to a more connected and nourishing future
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Social Emotional Support Specialist, Boulder
Joanie Guido, MA
Joanie embraces the philosophy that every behavior tells a story. Whether it's a joyful giggle or a tearful outburst, she sees each expression as an opportunity for connection, understanding, and growth. We will work as a team to decode these messages, unveiling the underlying needs and emotions driving your child's actions. One of the cornerstones of her approach is the recognition that big feelings often lie beneath challenging behaviors. Through compassionate guidance and evidence-based strategies, we'll empower your child to navigate and express their emotions in healthy and constructive ways. Together, we'll co-create practical strategies and tools tailored to your family's unique dynamics and values, at home and in your child’s learning environment. She invites you to join her in fostering a nurturing and empowering environment where your child feels seen, heard, and valued for who they are. She takes great pride in the opportunity to be part of your family's story.
Intern Therapist
Samantha Dayton
Samantha Dayton is currently a master’s student studying Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a concentration in Art Therapy. She has been studying art therapy since 2019 and has always believed in the transformative power of creativity to support healing and growth. Samantha views art as a dynamic tool for connection, much like play therapy, and is passionate about using it to foster meaningful therapeutic relationships. Her experience in mental health and educational settings has taught her the vital role that trust and connection play in the therapeutic process. Samantha is excited to bring her dedication, creativity, and enthusiasm to her work with children, helping them navigate challenges and discover their inner strengths.
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Intern Therapist
Sophia Coker
Sophia Coker is currently a master’s student studying Clinical Social Work. With a foundation in Human Development and Family Systems from their undergraduate studies, Sophia is deeply passionate about supporting the unique needs of children and families. Within her study of family systems, Sophia has been drawn to and focused on postpartum and parental depression and anxiety and how it impacts attachment and child development. Sophia’s therapeutic approach is holistic and child-centered, emphasizing the individuality of each child and the importance of collaboration with caregivers. She believes in creating a safe, nurturing environment where children can express themselves, explore their emotions, and build confidence in their ability to navigate life’s challenges. She is dedicated to empowering children and their families to build stronger connections, develop emotional tools, and foster growth that extends beyond the playroom. For Sophia, therapy is a collaborative journey, and she is honored to walk alongside families as they work toward healing and deeper understanding.
Therapist, Westminster
Robyn Jennings, LPCC
As a dedicated play therapist with over a decade of experience in early childhood education. She believes deeply in the transformative power of play as a medium for storytelling, emotional expression, and self-discovery. Her therapeutic style is rooted in creativity, humor, empathy, and warmth—creating a safe, supportive space where children can explore and make sense of their inner worlds. As a parent of a neurodivergent child, Robyn brings a personal understanding of the diverse ways children experience and engage with the world. This perspective informs her commitment to creating a welcoming, inclusive environment where every child feels seen, heard, and valued.
Intern Therapist, Boulder
Ellis Chase, MA
Ellis has spent over a decade supporting children in their unique developmental journeys. With a background in psychology and education, she began her career as a teaching assistant at a school for autism, working with students ages 2–23. This experience sparked a passion for meeting children where they are and led her to earn a teaching license and a Master’s in Education. She taught kindergarten and third grade, eventually finding her calling in early childhood education.
Her classroom experiences deepened her interest in social-emotional learning, leading to a master’s thesis on the impact of breathwork, movement, and affirmations in preschool settings—highlighting the benefits of Vagus Nerve regulation and SEL on prosocial behavior. Ellis later taught at a nature-based preschool, where the environment became a powerful tool for emotional growth and connection.
Now pursuing an MA in Counseling, Ellis is committed to supporting children’s mental health and continuing her advocacy for holistic, developmentally attuned care for young learners and their families.