Serving clients at Lakewood · Centennial · Northglenn · Telehealth available statewide in Colorado
What We Offer
- Complex PTSD and developmental trauma
- Childhood abuse, neglect, and adverse childhood experiences (ACEs)
- Sexual trauma and assault
- Domestic violence and intimate partner violence
- Medical trauma and traumatic illness
- Racial and intergenerational trauma
- Trauma in veterans and first responders
- Secondary traumatic stress in caregivers and clinicians
How It Works
Trauma-informed therapy begins with safety and stabilization before any deep processing work. We use a phase-based model: establishing safety and building coping resources, processing traumatic material at a pace the nervous system can tolerate, and integration of new meaning and identity. Modalities include EMDR, trauma-focused CBT, somatic awareness, and narrative approaches.
Who This Is For
Anyone with a history of trauma—whether single-incident or complex/developmental—can benefit from trauma-informed care. We work with adults, teens, and children, and take special care with clients who have experienced re-traumatization in previous therapeutic relationships.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is trauma-informed therapy the same as EMDR?
EMDR is one evidence-based trauma treatment we use within a trauma-informed framework. Trauma-informed therapy is a broader orientation that influences how we conduct all of our work.
Do I have to talk about what happened to me?
No. Trauma-informed care prioritizes safety and your sense of control. You set the pace. Effective trauma treatment doesn’t require full verbal disclosure.
What if I’ve been re-traumatized by therapy in the past?
This is unfortunately common, and we take it seriously. We move slowly, build safety first, and let you lead.
How long does trauma therapy take?
It varies based on trauma complexity, current stability, and goals. Single-incident trauma may resolve in months; complex developmental trauma often takes longer.
