When the government restricts certain conversations in counseling offices—especially those informed by faith—it raises concerns not only about speech, but about broader questions of religious freedom
We’re honored to represent The Colson Center for Christian Worldview, Family Policy Alliance, and Summit Ministries in filing an amicus brief before the U.S. Supreme Court.
Colorado’s new law prohibits licensed counselors from helping clients pursue goals such as reducing same-sex attraction or finding peace with their biological sex—even when the client requests it. This silences Christian counselors and denies clients access to the faith-based guidance they seek.
This case affects more than counselors: churches and ministries that refer clients to Christian counselors, and families seeking guidance consistent with their faith, are directly harmed. The law’s effect is to ban a religious viewpoint from counseling conversations, making this a critical test of the First Amendment’s protections for speech, religious freedom, and the right to receive information.
Led by partner Michael Francisco, our First & Fourteenth team argues that counselor Kaley Chiles has the right to challenge the law before enforcement. The State’s refusal to disavow prosecution—paired with its history of targeting religious expression—creates a chilling effect the First Amendment does not tolerate.
This case is about protecting the counselor-client relationship, safeguarding religious speech, and affirming that the government cannot decide which viewpoints belong in the counseling room.
Read the full brief: Chiles Amicus Brief