Trauma therapy in Denver, CO & online
Trauma can change the way you experience the world. It can make things feel unpredictable, unsafe, and overwhelming—even long after the events themselves have passed.
Trauma is not defined only by what happened, but by how it was experienced. It is anything that overwhelmed your capacity to make sense of what was happening in the moment, and that continues to carry an impact beyond it. This can include both single events and patterns that unfolded over time, especially within important relationships. Trauma therapy is a space to gently and intentionally work through these experiences so they no longer hold the same power over your life.
My approach to trauma therapy is grounded in creating an environment that is the opposite of trauma. Where trauma is chaotic, therapy is structured. Where trauma is unpredictable, therapy is consistent. Where trauma feels unsafe, therapy is boundaried and collaborative. You always know what to expect, and we move at a pace that feels manageable for you.
I am trained and certified in Narrative Exposure Therapy (NET), an evidence-based approach that helps you process trauma by integrating your experiences into a coherent life narrative. Rather than avoiding or suppressing painful memories, we work together to place them in context so they become part of your story, not something that continues to disrupt your present.
Three phases of trauma therapy.
We focus on building a strong therapeutic relationship and helping you develop tools for regulation and self-care. This might include learning how to manage overwhelming emotions, grounding techniques, and creating a sense of safety both in and outside of sessions. This phase is about making sure you feel supported and resourced before moving into deeper work.
This is where Narrative Exposure Therapy comes in. Together, we carefully revisit your experiences and begin to organize them into a structured narrative. This process helps your brain and body make sense of what happened, reducing the intensity and intrusiveness of traumatic memories over time. You are never pushed beyond what feels tolerable—we work collaboratively and intentionally throughout.
We focus on moving forward. We integrate what you’ve learned, strengthen new patterns of coping, and support you in building a life that feels more grounded, connected, and aligned with who you want to be. This includes developing new ways of responding to stress, relationships, and challenges.
Healing from trauma does not mean forgetting what happened. It means changing your relationship to it so that it no longer defines your present. Therapy is a place where that shift can begin.
Trauma therapy may be a good fit if you notice that past experiences are still impacting your present life. This can look like feeling on edge, easily overwhelmed, or emotionally shut down. You might find yourself avoiding certain memories, situations, or conversations, or feeling stuck in patterns that are hard to explain.
You do not need to have a single, clearly defined traumatic event to benefit from this work. Many people come in with a sense that something is off, or that their nervous system feels constantly activated or depleted.
This approach may be especially helpful if you are looking for a structured, guided process rather than something completely open-ended. It is also a good fit if you want to work at a pace that prioritizes safety, collaboration, and building skills alongside deeper processing.
If you are unsure, that is completely okay. We can use a consultation to talk through what you are experiencing and whether this approach feels like a good match.
In our early sessions, we will focus on getting to know each other and building a sense of trust. We will spend time understanding your history, your current challenges, and what you are hoping will feel different in your life.
You can expect sessions to have a clear structure while still leaving room for flexibility. I will guide the process, but you will always have a say in the pace and direction of our work.
As we move into stabilization, you will learn and practice tools to help regulate your emotions and care for yourself between sessions. When we begin processing, we will move carefully and intentionally, checking in regularly to make sure things feel manageable.
Throughout the process, my goal is for you to feel supported, not overwhelmed. You will never be asked to do more than you feel ready for, and we will adjust as needed.
Over time, many people notice a decrease in the intensity of their reactions, a greater sense of clarity about their experiences, and an increased ability to stay present in their lives and relationships.