Trauma and PTSD therapists in Westminster, Colorado CO
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Trauma and PTSD
Kim Colna
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Trauma and PTSD is a disorder in which a person has difficulty recovering from a traumatic or terrifying event. I will use my extensive training and expertise in CBT, DBT, ACT, TFCBT, and solution focused therapy.
16 Years Experience
In-Person Near Westminster, CO
Online in Westminster, Colorado
Trauma and PTSD
Denver Wellness Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Here at Denver Wellness Counseling we specialize in EMDR and trauma/PTSD counseling. Our therapists have achieved advanced training in what we call Elevated EMDR, meaning the ability to effectively combine modalities and adapt the EMDR basic protocol to best meet the needs of the client.
Therapy for Trauma and PTSD have some primary components, including (but not limited to), gathering history, identifying parts of self related to the trauma (wounded younger parts and protector parts), building and practicing skills for self-regulation and self-soothing, resourcing by strengthening internal qualities and sources of positive affect, reprocessing traumatic memories (EMDR), and integrating adaptive themes and positive messages about self and the world.
Traumatic memories are stored differently in the brain, remaining in their "raw" form, in isolation from our adaptive (helpful) information, and able to impact our day-to-day experiences. With PTSD, our traumatic memories can frequently cause us to flash back into trauma-related thoughts, feelings, sensation, and action urges (fight, flight, freeze, submit, cry for help). EMDR uses eye movements or other bilateral sensations (similar to those found in REM sleep) to activate and encourage the brains natural ability to "reprocess" memories, which can both desensitize the memory (take the intensity out) and allow integration with the more adaptive neural circuitry. This process of emotional reprocessing can thus take the power away from these memories so they stop replaying and impacting our current functioning.
15 Years Experience
In-Person Near Westminster, CO
Online in Westminster, Colorado
Trauma and PTSD
Natalie Stemati
Psychologist, Psy.D.
A lot of people experience trauma within their family of origin. I work with developmental (childhood) and attachment (ways of learning how to emotionally bond) trauma which includes growing up in alcoholism, abuse, conflict, parent death and/or any traumatic experience endured during childhood. As a result, a lot of people develop a type of insecure attachment that impacts their current relationships (i.e. dependency, fear, conflict, anxiety).
13 Years Experience
In-Person Near Westminster, CO
Online in Westminster, Colorado
Trauma and PTSD
Cedric Reeves
Counselor/Therapist, LPCC
The two modalities I am trained in (Schema Therapy and Ideal Parent Figure Protocol) address both recent trauma and early developmental trauma
1 Years Experience
In-Person Near Westminster, CO
Online in Westminster, Colorado
Trauma and PTSD
Pamela Silsby-Sharkey
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, Coach
Polyvagal informed therapy helps to regulate the nervous system and helps us relearn how to co-regulate with others again. Trauma occurs whenever our nervoius systems are overwhelmed and go into fight, flight, or freeze. Ideally we shift out of dorsal vagal and into ventral vagal. Brainspotting, Tapping, EMDR, and IFS are wonderful modalities for treating trauma. Trauma is pervasive, it's everywhere. It shows up as big "T" traumas and as little "t" traumas. Creating a safe place to heal from is the priority so that we can begin to heal.
14 Years Experience
In-Person Near Westminster, CO
Online in Westminster, Colorado
Trauma and PTSD
Camille Larsen
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LAC
There are the events that hurt people, and then the aftermath of those events that can go on much longer than the events, themselves. Together, we work at a pace that feels safe to you so you can feel more empowered. I specialize in PTSD and use EMDR, a well-researched therapy for the treatment of trauma, to produce very good results to provide relief and enable you to enjoy your life. For anyone who isn't interested in EMDR, I am also trained in Brainspotting as a treatment method.
8 Years Experience
In-Person Near Westminster, CO
Online in Westminster, Colorado
Trauma and PTSD
Dr. Sheena Sikorski
Psychologist, PsyD, Licensed Psychologist
You haven't necessarily experienced any overt signs of trauma that you often see talked about on social media. But something still feels off because you experienced emotional disconnect and frequent ruptures in your childhood relationships because your parents we really hard on you or withheld love and affection if you didn't perform up to their standards. Nowadays, you're often left feeling like you have to be perfect so you aren't rejected or abandoned by people in your life. If someone doesn't text you back quick enough or your friend is less available now that they've started dating someone new you interpret that as you not being not good enough. If this is you, know that there isn't anything wrong with you. These are perfectly valid feelings to have as a human who longs for connection and belonging. This can be worked through with the help of someone who knows what it's like to be in your shoes and who has the knowledge and experience as well. If you want to learn how to be more compassionate with yourself, soothe your fear of rejection, and learn how to express your needs without fearing your relationships will come crashing down if you share how you feel, then reach out to me and we can talk through how to help you get there.
7 Years Experience
Online in Westminster, Colorado (Online Only)
Trauma and PTSD
Jerleen Sinkes
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
In working with trauma, my priority is to establish a space of safety and trust, where the story of your trauma is met with the utmost respect and care. I understand that trauma affects not just the mind, but the body and spirit as well. Our journey together involves gently uncovering and working through the painful memories and feelings at a pace that feels manageable for you. My goal is to help you regain a sense of control and self-worth, processing the trauma so that it becomes a part of your story without defining it. Healing from trauma is possible, and I am here to support you through every step of this transformative journey.
6 Years Experience
Online in Westminster, Colorado (Online Only)
Trauma and PTSD
Ashley Vroegindewey
Pre-Licensed Professional, LPCC
Coping and healing after threatening or scary events, such as witnessing accidents or experiencing sexual, verbal, emotional, or physical abuse.
6 Years Experience
Online in Westminster, Colorado (Online Only)
Trauma and PTSD
Michael Lockwood of Scene Creative Life Solutions
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, LMSW
Embarking on the path of healing from trauma and PTSD is a courageous and transformative journey, and as a therapist specializing in trauma recovery, I am here to offer unwavering support. In the therapeutic space, we navigate the complex terrain of trauma, gently exploring the emotional aftermath and working towards resilience. Together, we address the impact on your daily life, relationships, and sense of self, using a trauma-informed approach rooted in empathy and understanding. My goal is to empower you with coping strategies, foster self-compassion, and guide you towards reclaiming a sense of safety and control. I am here to stand alongside you, providing a safe and nurturing space for your unique process of healing and growth. Your strength is already remarkable, and I am committed to supporting you every step of the way towards reclaiming a life of balance and well-being.
9 Years Experience
In-Person Near Westminster, CO
Online in Westminster, Colorado