Josephine Catena Bynder, L.C.S.W.

1900 Folsom Avenue, Suite 203
Boulder, Colorado 80302

(303) 517-9830
jbynder@comcast.net

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Patient Age Groups:
Adults
Young Adults
Older Adults

Serving:
Couples
Individuals

Also providing:
Supervision & Consultation

Education:
M.S. in Social Work, Columbia University School of Social Work

Background / Experience:
Over 40 years experience in hospital and mental health settings, including over 30 years in private practice and in providing supervision; additional extensive training in couples and family therapy; 12 years as Director of Adult Services, Mental Health Center of Boulder County

Professional Interests / Specialties:
I bring to my work a strong understanding of how earlier life experiences interact with current experience and relationships and create problems or strengths in an individual. I help my clients understand themselves better, appreciate their own unique qualities, and gain a different perspective on their lives, leading to more positive feelings about themselves and an improved ability to function.

• Help individuals with depression, grief over losses, life changes, aging
• Help couples and families achieve mutual understanding, improved problem-solving, and
  reduced conflict
• Help individuals with chronic illness and disabilities (including mental illness), and their families
  more effectively manage the illness and its related emotional impact

Professional Affiliations / Activities:
National Association of Social Workers
American Orthopsychiatric Association