Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Custer County, CO
Humans are complex, so I look at the whole person, including your environment and experiences, when treating anxiety, depression, trauma, or other mental health issues.
I am passionate about supporting you through the complexities we all face in our relationships and life transitions. I can provide strategies for identifying and changing thoughts or behaviors that don't serve you and coping skills that can provide relief and increase your resilience while you are healing.
Humans are complex, so I look at the whole person, including your environment and experiences, when treating anxiety, depression, trauma, or other mental health issues.
I am passionate about supporting you through the complexities we all face in our relationships and life transitions. I can provide strategies for identifying and changing thoughts or behaviors that don't serve you and coping skills that can provide relief and increase your resilience while you are healing.
I strongly believe people are able to overcome any challenge in life. Sometimes, we may want help to get through it. Reaching out can be a difficult and important step forward. I can offer you a comfortable, welcoming place to talk about the things that are important to you and plan for how to really find satisfaction and joy in your life. Therapy isn't just about your struggles; it's also about your hopes and your strengths. We will work together towards meeting your goals to help you feel better.
I strongly believe people are able to overcome any challenge in life. Sometimes, we may want help to get through it. Reaching out can be a difficult and important step forward. I can offer you a comfortable, welcoming place to talk about the things that are important to you and plan for how to really find satisfaction and joy in your life. Therapy isn't just about your struggles; it's also about your hopes and your strengths. We will work together towards meeting your goals to help you feel better.
I am originally from the UK where I worked with children and young adults in the foster care system who had experienced complex trauma, alongside supporting their carers.
My approach to therapy is person-centered and strength-based, recognizing each person's journey as unique and so adapting my style to work on the individual's need. I most commonly use DBT as a therapeutic tool, along with trauma-informed practice, positive psychology, mindfulness, art-based interventions, and family systems.
I am originally from the UK where I worked with children and young adults in the foster care system who had experienced complex trauma, alongside supporting their carers.
My approach to therapy is person-centered and strength-based, recognizing each person's journey as unique and so adapting my style to work on the individual's need. I most commonly use DBT as a therapeutic tool, along with trauma-informed practice, positive psychology, mindfulness, art-based interventions, and family systems.
If you are struggling with stress, depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, ADD/ADHD, concussion, stroke or traumatic brain injury symptoms, migraines, seizure disorders, ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder), learning challenges and more, we can help!
Living with an unfocused, chaotic and underperforming brain can be overwhelming and frustrating, often leading to a decline in the ability to function in many areas of our lives. At Harmonized Brain Centers, we understand how challenging and debilitating this can be and offer a proven, safe, drug free and effective approach to help you achieve a harmonized brain. To get started with our services, give us a call.
If you are struggling with stress, depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, ADD/ADHD, concussion, stroke or traumatic brain injury symptoms, migraines, seizure disorders, ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder), learning challenges and more, we can help!
Living with an unfocused, chaotic and underperforming brain can be overwhelming and frustrating, often leading to a decline in the ability to function in many areas of our lives. At Harmonized Brain Centers, we understand how challenging and debilitating this can be and offer a proven, safe, drug free and effective approach to help you achieve a harmonized brain. To get started with our services, give us a call.
Stress, trauma, anxiety, self-defeating thoughts or depression can leave you feeling disconnected from yourself, your relationships, and the life you want to live.
As a board-certified clinical and prescribing psychologist with more than 16 years of experience, I utilize evidence-based psychotherapy and work alongside you—not as an expert telling you what to do, but as a partner working with and helping you to understand your patterns, strengthen your coping skills, and move toward meaningful and lasting change.
Stress, trauma, anxiety, self-defeating thoughts or depression can leave you feeling disconnected from yourself, your relationships, and the life you want to live.
As a board-certified clinical and prescribing psychologist with more than 16 years of experience, I utilize evidence-based psychotherapy and work alongside you—not as an expert telling you what to do, but as a partner working with and helping you to understand your patterns, strengthen your coping skills, and move toward meaningful and lasting change.
Elkwood Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC
Westcliffe, CO 81252
Not accepting new clients
Life creates challenges that are often tough to deal with by ourselves. By providing a caring and empathetic approach, I can offer support and guidance to address issues that may include relationships, grief and loss, family conflict, and addictions.
Life creates challenges that are often tough to deal with by ourselves. By providing a caring and empathetic approach, I can offer support and guidance to address issues that may include relationships, grief and loss, family conflict, and addictions.
Online Therapists
Kristin Lauer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, PMH-C
1 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80904
Everyone experiences life’s up and downs, which can include trauma, difficulty adjusting, trouble in interpersonal relationships, mood regulation, self-destructive behaviors, anxiety, depression, and many others.
Working toward resiliency and an integrated sense of self with a caring and trained professional can make an extraordinary impact on our ability to cope. As a therapist, I believe in empowering individuals to make healthy and purposeful choices.
Everyone experiences life’s up and downs, which can include trauma, difficulty adjusting, trouble in interpersonal relationships, mood regulation, self-destructive behaviors, anxiety, depression, and many others.
Working toward resiliency and an integrated sense of self with a caring and trained professional can make an extraordinary impact on our ability to cope. As a therapist, I believe in empowering individuals to make healthy and purposeful choices.
YOU ARE WORTH IT! There is hope. I am passionate about assisting couples/families and individuals with finding peace and working towards positive change. I am an integrative psychotherapist, working from a compassionate, strength-based perspective. The foundation of effective therapy is a strong, connected therapeutic relationship. I believe it is my role as a therapist to approach this alliance with warmth and open-mindedness to help provide you with a safe, nonjudgemental space.
YOU ARE WORTH IT! There is hope. I am passionate about assisting couples/families and individuals with finding peace and working towards positive change. I am an integrative psychotherapist, working from a compassionate, strength-based perspective. The foundation of effective therapy is a strong, connected therapeutic relationship. I believe it is my role as a therapist to approach this alliance with warmth and open-mindedness to help provide you with a safe, nonjudgemental space.
Harper Ridge Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, ADDC
5 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80905
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome to Harper Ridge Counseling! Are you nervous or anxious about starting therapy? My goal is to meet you wherever you are and help navigate and support you to facilitate healing. Oftentimes we don’t pursue therapy when we are in the greatest place and oftentimes need someone that can show them non-judgement and a little grace. Every individual is unique to their own values, beliefs, and what they are striving towards. My clients understand that therapy alone will not fix or solve their current issues but that if we take a whole person approach to healing we can get a little closer to your desired outcome or goal.
Welcome to Harper Ridge Counseling! Are you nervous or anxious about starting therapy? My goal is to meet you wherever you are and help navigate and support you to facilitate healing. Oftentimes we don’t pursue therapy when we are in the greatest place and oftentimes need someone that can show them non-judgement and a little grace. Every individual is unique to their own values, beliefs, and what they are striving towards. My clients understand that therapy alone will not fix or solve their current issues but that if we take a whole person approach to healing we can get a little closer to your desired outcome or goal.
My intent is to provide a safe place where individuals can explore self-discovery, find their voice, and experience a release from the trauma that has held them.
I offer individual and couples talk therapy, trauma therapy, CBT, child playtherapy, art therapy, Neurofeedback, brain spotting, pastoral/spiritual counseling, and self-advocacy coaching. I have a 20+ years history of working with adolescents and adults with learning differences: neurodivergence, autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and executive functioning deficits.
My intent is to provide a safe place where individuals can explore self-discovery, find their voice, and experience a release from the trauma that has held them.
I offer individual and couples talk therapy, trauma therapy, CBT, child playtherapy, art therapy, Neurofeedback, brain spotting, pastoral/spiritual counseling, and self-advocacy coaching. I have a 20+ years history of working with adolescents and adults with learning differences: neurodivergence, autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and executive functioning deficits.
I work with individuals, couples, and families facing life’s complexities, including but not
limited to struggling with depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, or relationship challenges.
I take a perspective approach to guide each client toward their own personal goals, by understanding unique experiences and challenges. This approach ensures that clients are empowered to make meaningful progress in a way that aligns with their values and aspirations.
I work with individuals, couples, and families facing life’s complexities, including but not
limited to struggling with depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, or relationship challenges.
I take a perspective approach to guide each client toward their own personal goals, by understanding unique experiences and challenges. This approach ensures that clients are empowered to make meaningful progress in a way that aligns with their values and aspirations.
Amy L. Bassatt Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA, CIT
7 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80921
I offer a wealth of expertise in addressing your trauma through Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
Explore who you are and what you would like to be in the face of life's challenges. My therapeutic intention is to help free you from your past, encourage you to take action in the present moment, and build a healthy and fruitful future. We may enjoy life more if we discover, acknowledge and let go of those things that hold us back. Consider therapy as a tool to assist you in removing roadblocks and to learn strategies to cope with difficult times.
I offer a wealth of expertise in addressing your trauma through Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
Explore who you are and what you would like to be in the face of life's challenges. My therapeutic intention is to help free you from your past, encourage you to take action in the present moment, and build a healthy and fruitful future. We may enjoy life more if we discover, acknowledge and let go of those things that hold us back. Consider therapy as a tool to assist you in removing roadblocks and to learn strategies to cope with difficult times.
I use DBT, ACT, CBT and Trauma Focused approaches with my clients.
My approach to managing the difficulties in life is to look at how to be more present when our brains maybe reacting to the past events of our lives or worried about what is next.If you are having difficulty in managing stress, are ready to refocus, and want a safe place to sort out all of your thoughts and feelings, please reach out and we will set up an appointment to start on that journey of wellness.
I use DBT, ACT, CBT and Trauma Focused approaches with my clients.
My approach to managing the difficulties in life is to look at how to be more present when our brains maybe reacting to the past events of our lives or worried about what is next.If you are having difficulty in managing stress, are ready to refocus, and want a safe place to sort out all of your thoughts and feelings, please reach out and we will set up an appointment to start on that journey of wellness.
I work from a person-centered/humanistic theoretical lens, operating from a perspective that people can accomplish their goals when they are met with compassion, understanding, and are provided with hands-on tools for emotional processing and coping with life stressors. I graduated in 2020 from Ottawa University, and I have a wide range of experience in various mental health settings, including inpatient/crisis stabilization, outpatient clinics, and residential facilities.
I work from a person-centered/humanistic theoretical lens, operating from a perspective that people can accomplish their goals when they are met with compassion, understanding, and are provided with hands-on tools for emotional processing and coping with life stressors. I graduated in 2020 from Ottawa University, and I have a wide range of experience in various mental health settings, including inpatient/crisis stabilization, outpatient clinics, and residential facilities.
Do you struggle in relationships, life or day to day living due to your trauma?
I am trained in EMDR, DBT, CBT and other various modalities in which I utilize to both validate your strengths and challenge you to process your feelings and thoughts at your own pace. I am committed to helping my clients understand and transform their past pain and discover new ways of being with themselves and others.
Do you struggle in relationships, life or day to day living due to your trauma?
I am trained in EMDR, DBT, CBT and other various modalities in which I utilize to both validate your strengths and challenge you to process your feelings and thoughts at your own pace. I am committed to helping my clients understand and transform their past pain and discover new ways of being with themselves and others.
Darlene A Truesdell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RYT 500
1 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80907
I work with clients who struggle with depression, anxiety, OCD, unresolved trauma, suicidal ideation, and grief.
I am a holistic practitioner who believes that the integration of the mind, body and spirit is the foundation for personal growth and healing. When you are ready for change, I can assist you with learning new tools and practical skills to reach your full potential. My desire is to partner with you and assist you in realizing your goals and objectives, within in a safe and a supportive environment.
I work with clients who struggle with depression, anxiety, OCD, unresolved trauma, suicidal ideation, and grief.
I am a holistic practitioner who believes that the integration of the mind, body and spirit is the foundation for personal growth and healing. When you are ready for change, I can assist you with learning new tools and practical skills to reach your full potential. My desire is to partner with you and assist you in realizing your goals and objectives, within in a safe and a supportive environment.
My specialty is in complex trauma, issues for women, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, and adjustment difficulties.
I utilize techniques such as EMDR, CBT, EFT and Attachment Theory. I help clients develop awareness and understanding of the impact of their beliefs about themselves and others, and their patterns of personal and interpersonal behaviors. Through insight, deeper connection, and compassion, clients are able to heal past wounds and create meaningful change.
My specialty is in complex trauma, issues for women, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, and adjustment difficulties.
I utilize techniques such as EMDR, CBT, EFT and Attachment Theory. I help clients develop awareness and understanding of the impact of their beliefs about themselves and others, and their patterns of personal and interpersonal behaviors. Through insight, deeper connection, and compassion, clients are able to heal past wounds and create meaningful change.
I work with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, relational and developmental trauma, attachment wounds, and life stressors related to parenting, relationships, or work.
In our first sessions, you can expect a supportive, collaborative space where we begin building safety, identifying goals, and developing grounding tools to help you feel more regulated and empowered. We’ll move at your pace while gently exploring what’s beneath the surface.
I work with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, relational and developmental trauma, attachment wounds, and life stressors related to parenting, relationships, or work.
In our first sessions, you can expect a supportive, collaborative space where we begin building safety, identifying goals, and developing grounding tools to help you feel more regulated and empowered. We’ll move at your pace while gently exploring what’s beneath the surface.
My specialties include ADHD, neurodiversity, depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma, and working with the LGBTQIA+ community.
I utilize techniques such as CBT, DBT, EMDR, directive and non directive play therapy. My clients are the experts of their experiences and I empower clients in setting their goals and pace for treatment. Each client comes into therapy with their own needs, and I enjoy working collaboratively to tailor my approach to meet those unique needs.
My specialties include ADHD, neurodiversity, depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma, and working with the LGBTQIA+ community.
I utilize techniques such as CBT, DBT, EMDR, directive and non directive play therapy. My clients are the experts of their experiences and I empower clients in setting their goals and pace for treatment. Each client comes into therapy with their own needs, and I enjoy working collaboratively to tailor my approach to meet those unique needs.
Are you struggling with anxiety, past trauma, or relationships?
I utilize evidence-based modalities like Brainspotting, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), EFT, Gottman Method, and person-centered therapy. I also integrate parts work, focusing on mindfulness and inner-child healing to help you understand how past experiences shape your present challenges.
Are you struggling with anxiety, past trauma, or relationships?
I utilize evidence-based modalities like Brainspotting, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), EFT, Gottman Method, and person-centered therapy. I also integrate parts work, focusing on mindfulness and inner-child healing to help you understand how past experiences shape your present challenges.
Trauma and PTSD Therapists
When should I seek treatment for trauma?
Not everyone who undergoes trauma needs therapy to heal, but many do. If, after experiencing a traumatic event, you find yourself struggling with symptoms such as nightmares, dissociation, irritability, or emotional numbness—especially if these symptoms last more than a month and are severe enough to interfere with your daily functioning—you may benefit from seeking out therapy with a trauma-informed provider.
How long does trauma therapy take?
Different types of therapy for trauma unfold on different timelines. Prolonged exposure therapy and cognitive processing therapy, for example, each take about three months, while trauma-informed CBT may last anywhere from 8 to 25 sessions. Other approaches, especially those that are less structured or that incorporate elements from multiple modalities, may be more open-ended, though many patients report feeling better within the first few months of treatment.
What happens if trauma is left untreated?
Unaddressed trauma can have serious—even devastating—effects on relationships, career, and day-to-day functioning. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can lead people to distrust or lash out at others, making it difficult to maintain intimate relationships; it can also trigger symptoms such as flashbacks or hyperreactivity that can interfere with a person’s ability to function effectively, personally and/or professionally. Some sufferers turn to drugs to find relief. Symptoms may lessen on their own with time, but there is no guarantee that PTSD will resolve on its own.
Can PTSD come back after treatment?
It is possible for PTSD symptoms to recur months or years after successful treatment. This is because, like most mental health disorders, it is not possible to “cure” PTSD, and stressful life events may cause symptoms to recur in even the most resilient individuals. There is no shame in re-experiencing PTSD symptoms nor in returning to therapy when such relapses occur; indeed, many forms of trauma therapy explicitly encourage periodic “maintenance sessions” to reinforce coping skills and ensure that symptoms stay manageable.