Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Denver, CO
You or your child are struggling—perhaps due to anxiety, grief, trauma, or overwhelming emotion.
I specialize in trauma-focused therapy for children, teens, and parents, integrating Play Therapy, EMDR, and Brainspotting to help process grief, medical trauma, adoption challenges, and life transitions. For young children, I incorporate pediatric EMDR and attachment-based work with caregivers. With teens and adults, I provide a supportive space to heal.
You or your child are struggling—perhaps due to anxiety, grief, trauma, or overwhelming emotion.
I specialize in trauma-focused therapy for children, teens, and parents, integrating Play Therapy, EMDR, and Brainspotting to help process grief, medical trauma, adoption challenges, and life transitions. For young children, I incorporate pediatric EMDR and attachment-based work with caregivers. With teens and adults, I provide a supportive space to heal.
I have extensive experience treating anxiety, panic, depression, shame, acute and complex trauma, and working with people seeking to heal from family wounds, relational patterns & distress, addiction, and religious & spiritual harm.
I'm passionate about walking alongside people who have a sense that, "Maybe, just maybe, it doesn't have to always be this way." Perhaps you're feeling stuck in the same relational dynamics, holding beliefs and ideas about yourself, others, and the world that no longer seem helpful, or wanting to figure out what it might look like to be a more healthy, whole, and honest person. Many of us often have a desire for life to look different, but we might not be sure how to get there. I view therapy as a process that can help us discover more about where we've been, who we are becoming, and how we want to live.
I have extensive experience treating anxiety, panic, depression, shame, acute and complex trauma, and working with people seeking to heal from family wounds, relational patterns & distress, addiction, and religious & spiritual harm.
I'm passionate about walking alongside people who have a sense that, "Maybe, just maybe, it doesn't have to always be this way." Perhaps you're feeling stuck in the same relational dynamics, holding beliefs and ideas about yourself, others, and the world that no longer seem helpful, or wanting to figure out what it might look like to be a more healthy, whole, and honest person. Many of us often have a desire for life to look different, but we might not be sure how to get there. I view therapy as a process that can help us discover more about where we've been, who we are becoming, and how we want to live.
Marisa Kraft
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, AASW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Sometimes, the impacts of trauma are clear.
My style is pretty adaptable, because everyone has different needs. Yes, I've got my favorite techniques: EMDR, parts work, and a bit of DBT. But I also recognize that having a safe relationship with another human is the most essential piece of this puzzle. I will do my utmost to ensure that every part of you feels welcome and safe when we are meeting.
Sometimes, the impacts of trauma are clear.
My style is pretty adaptable, because everyone has different needs. Yes, I've got my favorite techniques: EMDR, parts work, and a bit of DBT. But I also recognize that having a safe relationship with another human is the most essential piece of this puzzle. I will do my utmost to ensure that every part of you feels welcome and safe when we are meeting.
In addition to her clinical work, Jess has been an Adjunct Professor at Metro State University for the past twelve years focusing on grief and trauma and work and education.
Through compassion, humor, and a commitment to a strong therapeutic relationship and rapport, she helps clients bolster their self awareness and sense of self while simultaneously navigating pain and problems caused by grief and loss, anxiety, depression, PTSD, addiction, bipolar disorder, chronic and terminal illness, and distressed relationships.
In addition to her clinical work, Jess has been an Adjunct Professor at Metro State University for the past twelve years focusing on grief and trauma and work and education.
Through compassion, humor, and a commitment to a strong therapeutic relationship and rapport, she helps clients bolster their self awareness and sense of self while simultaneously navigating pain and problems caused by grief and loss, anxiety, depression, PTSD, addiction, bipolar disorder, chronic and terminal illness, and distressed relationships.
Are you struggling with anxiety, trauma, or depression?
Ketamine-assisted psychotherapy provides an expansive experience designed to assist your brain in healing. KAP increases neuroplasticity and allows for a experiential healing experience.
Are you struggling with anxiety, trauma, or depression?
Ketamine-assisted psychotherapy provides an expansive experience designed to assist your brain in healing. KAP increases neuroplasticity and allows for a experiential healing experience.
Maggie Okoniewski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80203
I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, or that very human feeling of "being stuck".
Therapy is often a matter of tipping the first domino. My goal is not to just simply talk about problems and feelings, but uncovering the “why” behind our actions and core beliefs by looking at our past alongside our present and future.
I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, or that very human feeling of "being stuck".
Therapy is often a matter of tipping the first domino. My goal is not to just simply talk about problems and feelings, but uncovering the “why” behind our actions and core beliefs by looking at our past alongside our present and future.
With over 15 years of experience, I’ve helped individuals of all ages heal from trauma and reconnect with themselves.
Together, we’ll harness your gifts as an empath, creative, or spiritual being. Through traditional talk therapy, energy psychology, and experiential techniques, I’ll support your self-discovery. As a Reiki Master/Teacher and certified Medium, I integrate holistic approaches to deepen your healing process and help you step into your most authentic self.
With over 15 years of experience, I’ve helped individuals of all ages heal from trauma and reconnect with themselves.
Together, we’ll harness your gifts as an empath, creative, or spiritual being. Through traditional talk therapy, energy psychology, and experiential techniques, I’ll support your self-discovery. As a Reiki Master/Teacher and certified Medium, I integrate holistic approaches to deepen your healing process and help you step into your most authentic self.
I work with clients seeking support to heal from experiences of trauma, abuse, and loss, as well as those managing burnout, anxiety, and depression.
I see therapy as a collaborative process and I partner with clients to identify treatment goals and modalities that will assist us in reaching your goals. I specialize in trauma-informed treatment and use therapies that help us to release trauma and stress held in our bodies in order to support healing (including EMDR and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy.)
I work with clients seeking support to heal from experiences of trauma, abuse, and loss, as well as those managing burnout, anxiety, and depression.
I see therapy as a collaborative process and I partner with clients to identify treatment goals and modalities that will assist us in reaching your goals. I specialize in trauma-informed treatment and use therapies that help us to release trauma and stress held in our bodies in order to support healing (including EMDR and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy.)
I assist men and women in recovering from trauma, addiction, and other mental health issues.
I am an EMDR Certified Therapist and member of EMDRIA. With training in a unique set of skills that target trauma, reduce cravings or urges, work with ego states and dissociation, and reduce stress clients will build healthy coping skills, repair attachment breaches, communicate more effectively with others, and strengthen their recovery.
I assist men and women in recovering from trauma, addiction, and other mental health issues.
I am an EMDR Certified Therapist and member of EMDRIA. With training in a unique set of skills that target trauma, reduce cravings or urges, work with ego states and dissociation, and reduce stress clients will build healthy coping skills, repair attachment breaches, communicate more effectively with others, and strengthen their recovery.
I work with clients within a holistic, trauma-informed framework that addresses the healing of the mind, body and spirit.
I work with folks who struggle with mood disorders, social anxiety, substance dependency, complex trauma, low self-esteem, codependency, LGBTQ+ issues, grief + loss, identity issues and finding purpose and meaning. Im also a Licensed Addictions Counselor.
I work with clients within a holistic, trauma-informed framework that addresses the healing of the mind, body and spirit.
I work with folks who struggle with mood disorders, social anxiety, substance dependency, complex trauma, low self-esteem, codependency, LGBTQ+ issues, grief + loss, identity issues and finding purpose and meaning. Im also a Licensed Addictions Counselor.
Living with past trauma, grief or loss is not easy when we feel alone and stuck.
Sometimes you get "stuck" with stories that become attached to you. By exploring how these stories became a part of you we can discover where the problem is located...Spoiler alert: it's not inside you! I have a firm understanding of trauma and insights about the challenges that marginalized communities face. I offer a safe space to discuss all topics.
Living with past trauma, grief or loss is not easy when we feel alone and stuck.
Sometimes you get "stuck" with stories that become attached to you. By exploring how these stories became a part of you we can discover where the problem is located...Spoiler alert: it's not inside you! I have a firm understanding of trauma and insights about the challenges that marginalized communities face. I offer a safe space to discuss all topics.
Meet Our Trauma and PTSD Therapists
Rachel Ann Lewis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, EMDR, RYT 500
Verified Verified
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Rachel offers a trauma-informed approach to create a safe, compassionate and strength-based space to work towards healing.
Rachel is an LCSW and has over a decade of experience. She has worked as a mental health crisis responder and advocate, animal assisted therapist, and outpatient therapist for an inner city mental health clinic. She spent 4 years as the program director for a local non profit developing trauma informed programs that foster self sufficiency.
Rachel offers a trauma-informed approach to create a safe, compassionate and strength-based space to work towards healing.
Rachel is an LCSW and has over a decade of experience. She has worked as a mental health crisis responder and advocate, animal assisted therapist, and outpatient therapist for an inner city mental health clinic. She spent 4 years as the program director for a local non profit developing trauma informed programs that foster self sufficiency.
I have special expertise in providing EMDR and DBT (mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance and interpersonal effectiveness) and in working with trauma, depression, life changes, grief, self-esteem, binge eating, and emotional/compulsive eating.
Struggling with life stressors? Feeling depleted, overwhelmed or downright trampled by something challenging in your life? Need someone to help you find your way to a better feeling place? I love collaborating with people in the safe and special setting of psychotherapy. I combine working through issues and helping people develop skills with focus on emotions, thoughts and behaviors. I draw from various types of interventions so I can tailor the therapy to each individual person with the goal of finding an approach that works for them.
I have special expertise in providing EMDR and DBT (mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance and interpersonal effectiveness) and in working with trauma, depression, life changes, grief, self-esteem, binge eating, and emotional/compulsive eating.
Struggling with life stressors? Feeling depleted, overwhelmed or downright trampled by something challenging in your life? Need someone to help you find your way to a better feeling place? I love collaborating with people in the safe and special setting of psychotherapy. I combine working through issues and helping people develop skills with focus on emotions, thoughts and behaviors. I draw from various types of interventions so I can tailor the therapy to each individual person with the goal of finding an approach that works for them.
The majority of my previous and current work focuses on helping clients reprocess past trauma, address and find relief from addiction, learn to better manage emotions and mood swings (depression, stress/anxiety, bipolar disorder), and navigate the many transitions of life, such as relationships, career changes, or grief and loss.
If you are seeking to resolve small inner challenges, make major changes to your life, or just adjust to a new normal, I would be honored to be part of your journey to a healthier life!
The majority of my previous and current work focuses on helping clients reprocess past trauma, address and find relief from addiction, learn to better manage emotions and mood swings (depression, stress/anxiety, bipolar disorder), and navigate the many transitions of life, such as relationships, career changes, or grief and loss.
If you are seeking to resolve small inner challenges, make major changes to your life, or just adjust to a new normal, I would be honored to be part of your journey to a healthier life!
Gigi Woodall
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80210
I enjoy working with individuals who are stepping down from higher level of care and want specialized support, along with those who are ready to take the leap to work through trauma and past experiences.
If you notice that you feel constantly on edge and out of control in your life, disconnected from yourself and others, and uncertain of where to go from here, it can be incredibly overwhelming. We will work together to understand the root of what you are currently experiencing and dig deep to make significant progress towards healing and change. I help individuals break out of patterns of people pleasing, perfectionism, and constant overwhelm, to find more peace and space in everyday life. Through therapy, you will feel empowered to create a new way of living.
I enjoy working with individuals who are stepping down from higher level of care and want specialized support, along with those who are ready to take the leap to work through trauma and past experiences.
If you notice that you feel constantly on edge and out of control in your life, disconnected from yourself and others, and uncertain of where to go from here, it can be incredibly overwhelming. We will work together to understand the root of what you are currently experiencing and dig deep to make significant progress towards healing and change. I help individuals break out of patterns of people pleasing, perfectionism, and constant overwhelm, to find more peace and space in everyday life. Through therapy, you will feel empowered to create a new way of living.
Emmy Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CYT, C-IFST
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80210
While I am well versed in supporting my clients in managing anxiety, depression, trauma symptoms and responses, relationship issues and life transitions, I also have experience supporting clients through grief work and issues related to caregiving.
"Loving ourselves through the process of owning our story is the bravest thing we'll ever do." ~Brene Brown~ Have you found life hasn't turned out the way you expected? Sometimes that can be a wonderful thing, and other times that reality can be frustrating to accept or work through. I believe those frustrations, when left unaddressed, can and often do lead to feelings of depression and/or anxiety, and can also put a strain on relationships. I believe therapy should be a safe space to give voice to those frustrations and an opportunity for healing.
While I am well versed in supporting my clients in managing anxiety, depression, trauma symptoms and responses, relationship issues and life transitions, I also have experience supporting clients through grief work and issues related to caregiving.
"Loving ourselves through the process of owning our story is the bravest thing we'll ever do." ~Brene Brown~ Have you found life hasn't turned out the way you expected? Sometimes that can be a wonderful thing, and other times that reality can be frustrating to accept or work through. I believe those frustrations, when left unaddressed, can and often do lead to feelings of depression and/or anxiety, and can also put a strain on relationships. I believe therapy should be a safe space to give voice to those frustrations and an opportunity for healing.
Cultivate Life Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LAC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Online Only
The main characteristic that helps my clients benefit most is the willingness to look honestly and deeply inside themselves and examine their own hearts and stories. This requires authenticity, honesty, and strength as this is often uncomfortable. My clients that benefit most are those that are willing to lean into this discomfort to recognize the areas of unhealth in their hearts, minds, and relationships, and to work towards the change and transformation and abundant life that God calls us all towards.
The main characteristic that helps my clients benefit most is the willingness to look honestly and deeply inside themselves and examine their own hearts and stories. This requires authenticity, honesty, and strength as this is often uncomfortable. My clients that benefit most are those that are willing to lean into this discomfort to recognize the areas of unhealth in their hearts, minds, and relationships, and to work towards the change and transformation and abundant life that God calls us all towards.
He also has experience as an outpatient therapist treating trauma for women in residential facilities.
Vince is a national certified counselor and a licensed professional counselor. He has a Master of Education in Counselor Education and a Specialist Degree in Counselor Education from Clemson University. Vince has worked with adolescents and adults in a variety of settings such as schools, outpatient, inpatient, and substance abuse facilities. Vince is also bilingual in Spanish and English.
He also has experience as an outpatient therapist treating trauma for women in residential facilities.
Vince is a national certified counselor and a licensed professional counselor. He has a Master of Education in Counselor Education and a Specialist Degree in Counselor Education from Clemson University. Vince has worked with adolescents and adults in a variety of settings such as schools, outpatient, inpatient, and substance abuse facilities. Vince is also bilingual in Spanish and English.
And I can help you free yourself from shame, trauma, limiting beliefs and destructive patterns, for a life that is authentic, meaningful and unmistakably yours.
Live your truth. Follow your bliss. Do you. Sounds simple, right? Except that, all too often, we convince ourselves that who we are is not enough, that what we want is undeserved. So we stifle our talents, ignore our truth and deny our deepest desires. Before we know it, we’re living someone else’s life, satisfying everyone’s expectations but our own. All to earn the love and acceptance we don’t feel worthy of otherwise. But it doesn’t have to be this way.
And I can help you free yourself from shame, trauma, limiting beliefs and destructive patterns, for a life that is authentic, meaningful and unmistakably yours.
Live your truth. Follow your bliss. Do you. Sounds simple, right? Except that, all too often, we convince ourselves that who we are is not enough, that what we want is undeserved. So we stifle our talents, ignore our truth and deny our deepest desires. Before we know it, we’re living someone else’s life, satisfying everyone’s expectations but our own. All to earn the love and acceptance we don’t feel worthy of otherwise. But it doesn’t have to be this way.
Madeline Huzenis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR-T
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80203
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in treating clients with anxiety, depression, trauma/ PTSD, and other mood disorders.
Welcome! I'm so glad you're here. My name is Maddie and I'm an EMDR-trained therapist committed to helping teens and adults gain greater insight and understanding into themselves and the issues they seek to address. I utilize a strengths-based, person-centered approach in my practice, empathically holding space for clients to explore, grow, and self-actualize. I believe in helping individuals cultivate greater resilience through self-compassion and vulnerability so that they can feel empowered to lead their most authentic and purpose-driven lives.
I specialize in treating clients with anxiety, depression, trauma/ PTSD, and other mood disorders.
Welcome! I'm so glad you're here. My name is Maddie and I'm an EMDR-trained therapist committed to helping teens and adults gain greater insight and understanding into themselves and the issues they seek to address. I utilize a strengths-based, person-centered approach in my practice, empathically holding space for clients to explore, grow, and self-actualize. I believe in helping individuals cultivate greater resilience through self-compassion and vulnerability so that they can feel empowered to lead their most authentic and purpose-driven lives.
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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.