Trauma has a way of sticking with you. You might look fine on the outside, but inside you’re dealing with flashbacks, anxiety, shame, or a constant sense that something just isn’t right. Maybe you’ve tried to move on, but certain memories or triggers pull you right back. Perhaps you’re tired of pretending to be okay when you’re not.
At South Platte Counseling, we understand how trauma affects your mind, body, and daily life. Whether it came from a single event or years of chronic stress, trauma isn’t something you just “get over.” But you can heal from it.
We offer trauma therapy and EMDR counseling in Denver and across Colorado through secure telehealth. Our counselors help you process what happened, calm your nervous system, and begin building a life that’s not shaped by trauma anymore.
Trauma therapy isn’t one-size-fits-all. Some people want to talk about what happened, others don’t. Some need to understand why they feel stuck, while others need tools to start feeling safer in their bodies.
We begin by understanding what trauma means in your life—what symptoms you’re dealing with, what you’ve tried, and what you need. From there, we choose an approach that fits. That might include:
Our trauma counseling covers a range of experiences, including:
Whatever you’ve been through, we believe your story matters and your healing is possible.
We have several counselors with advanced training in trauma therapy. Here are a few of the people on our team who work with trauma:
Kirk Johnson, LPC, LAC, SAT
Kirk specializes in trauma therapy for men and addiction-related trauma. He combines EMDR with trauma-informed addiction counseling and helps clients who may have used work, substances, or isolation to cope with past pain. His focus includes:
E Adams
E works with individuals dealing with religious trauma and trauma in relationships. Their affirming approach supports clients navigating spiritual abuse, LGBTQ+ identity-based trauma, and ruptured belief systems. E specializes in:
Troy Robey
Troy focuses on trauma therapy for men, particularly around sexual shame, masculinity, and identity. He brings a compassionate, grounded approach to help men work through:
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is an evidence-based trauma therapy that helps your brain “re-file” distressing memories so they stop triggering you. You don’t have to explain everything in detail. Instead, we use guided eye movements to help your brain process things that got stuck.
EMDR is especially effective for:
Some trauma doesn’t just affect your safety, it affects your sense of self. Religious trauma, identity rejection, cultural and gender-based trauma can all leave deep emotional wounds. Our therapists hold space for you to explore these parts of your story without pressure to change your beliefs or identity. We respect your pace, autonomy, and choices.
If trauma has impacted how you relate to others, you’re not alone. We often see clients who:
We offer individual counseling focused on healing these patterns, and couples counseling to rebuild trust, connection, and shared understanding when trauma gets in the way.
When you contact us, we’ll ask about what’s been happening for you and what kind of support you’re looking for. We’ll explain your options and match you with a counselor who fits your needs.
We offer:
We work with adults and young adults experiencing:
Why Clients Choose South Platte Counseling for Trauma Therapy
Deep healing takes commitment and dedication. But, you do not have to do it alone. Whether you are struggling with trauma or trauma and substance abuse, we will be there every step of the way, guiding you through the therapy process with patience and understanding. We fully believe that you can do the work. You inherently already have what it takes to address the past and make positive changes in your life. As your therapist, We will offer the education, skills and guidance you need to believe it for yourself.
If you have gone through most of your life feeling threatened, betrayed and defeated, it can be difficult to believe that it’s possible to live in a different way. But consider this—what do you have to lose by trying, except for this suffering? What do you have to gain? Just by finding your way to this page, you have demonstrated a desire to let go of distress and see what else life has to offer. We believe there is so much more out there for you.
You don’t have to keep living like this.
Call us at (303) 910-0800 to schedule your trauma therapy consultation
Or email us with questions about EMDR or trauma counseling in Colorado.
Our Office: 770 W. Hampden Ave, Suite 201, Englewood, CO 80110
We serve clients in Denver, Lakewood, Aurora, Highlands Ranch, Littleton, Centennial, Castle Rock, Golden, Parker, and beyond. Secure online trauma therapy is available statewide.
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South Platte Counseling in Denver Metro
Areas we serve: Denver, Aurora, Lakewood, Arvada, Centennial, Highlands Ranch, Castle Rock, Parker, Littleton, Englewood, Golden, Lone Tree, Evergreen, and Morrison. We offer secure online counseling for individuals throughout Colorado.
