Kirby McIlyar

As a therapist and former career counselor at the University of Colorado Boulder and the University of Denver, I’ve spent years helping students and young professionals find their footing and create lives that feel personally meaningful. I help clients manage anxiety, depression, ADHD, and life transitions through strength-based and collaborative therapy.

I have been a Licensed Professional Counselor in Colorado since 2004.I earned my undergraduate degree in Psychology from the Colorado College and my masters degree in Counseling Psychology from the University of Denver.

I have been married for 25 years and am the mother of 3 boys, including a recent college graduate, a current college student, and a high schooler. My passion is helping older teens and young adults navigate mental health and career identity challenges.

Whether you’re feeling anxious, stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about your future, I’ll walk beside you with compassion, common sense, and practical strategies for feeling better and moving forward. Clients characterize my style as inquisitive, challenging and solutions-oriented balanced with warmth, encouragement, and humor.

My goal is for you to feel truly heard and supported, and to leave our first session with a clearer idea of how we can begin moving you toward greater mental and emotional well-being.