Christine Colburn is a prominent member of the International Society of Female Professionals and served on the board of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.
GILBERT, AZ, July 08, 2024 /24-7PressRelease/ — Christine Colburn has been included in Marquis Who’s Who. As in all Marquis Who’s Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
Ms. Colburn has dedicated her career to mental health counseling as the founder, owner, and therapist at Beacon of Hope Counseling Services LLC since 2019. Instrumental in providing comprehensive mental health services for over 15 years, her expertise lies in working with children and adolescents aged three to 17 and providing trauma therapy to those in need.
Before establishing her practice, Ms. Colburn’s career trajectory included several significant roles, including as a therapist at Southwest Behavioral & Health Services and as a self-employed trauma therapist. Prior to these positions, she served as a therapist and trauma therapist at Red Mountain Behavioral Health Services and Desert RAIN Behavioral Health Services LLC. Ms. Colburn also worked with NDNS4Wellness after beginning her profession as an intern counselor with Catholic Charities in 2007.
Ms. Colburn’s most notable achievement is the establishment of her private practice. After resigning from a company due to ethical concerns, she used the unexpected free time to set up her business within 30 days. This remarkable accomplishment underscores Ms. Colburn’s resilience and dedication to providing ethical and compassionate care.
In preparation for her career in mental health counseling, Ms. Colburn received a bachelor’s degree in mental health counseling from Western International University in 2006 and a master’s degree in mental health counseling from Argosy University in 2009. Adding to her credibility, she received credentials as a licensed professional counselor through the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners, a nationally certified counselor through the National Board of Certified Counselors, and a certified clinical trauma professional through the Arizona Trauma Institute.
In addition to her professional roles, Ms. Colburn is actively involved in professional and civic organizations. She is a prominent member of the International Society of Female Professionals and served on the board of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. Ms. Colburn is also penning her first book detailing how she overcame adversity, which she aims to complete and publish soon.
Ms. Colburn’s contributions have been recognized with several awards, including a Best of Mesa in Mental Health by the City of Mesa in 2022, an Outstanding Leadership Award at the Health 2.0 Conference in 2023, recognition as a Global Game Changer by Passion Vista Magazine in 2023, and with inclusion in the Best of Mesa Business Hall of Fame by the City of Mesa in 2024. As a testament to her integrity, her agency notably received an A+ accreditation from the Better Business Bureau in 2020.
Ms. Colburn attributes her success to her passionate and optimistic approach. She focuses on clients’ strengths and creates an environment that promotes happiness and rejuvenation. Ms. Colburn’s dedication to personal connection and proactive support has significantly impacted families and children needing compassionate care.
Eager for future opportunities, Ms. Colburn aims to establish organizations similar to Doctors Without Borders and Nurses Without Borders but focused on mental health support. Her vision for Counselors Without Borders seeks to bridge the gap in mental health resources globally.
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