EMDR Therapy in Colorado
Explore EMDR therapy for trauma, emotional overwhelm, distressing memories, and nervous system stress while browsing therapists across Colorado trained in trauma-informed care.
Find a Therapist
Use the filter options to find available therapists by specialty, insurance, location and age group.
Appointments may be available in as little as 48 hours. Many major insurance plans accepted.
Dave Bakulski
Licensed Professional Counselor
Soonest:
6/17/2026 at 9:00 AM
Works with ages 19+ only.
Dave provides warm, empathic therapy, using CBT and EMDR to help adults navigate trauma and addiction through his client-centered and strength-based approach.
- Anxiety, Depression, and EMDR
- Aetna, Anthem, Cigna, Humana, United/Optum, and more
- In-Person · Golden, CO 80401
- Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Nancy A. Gunzner
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Soonest:
6/18/2026 at 10:00 AM
Couples Counseling ONLY OFFERED In-Person at Nancy's Office.
Nancy, bilingual in Spanish, provides therapy in Longmont, using EMDR to help adults navigate trauma and addiction through an honest, rapport-centered approach that fosters lasting healing.
- Substance Use, Trauma, and Anxiety
- Cigna, and more
- In-Person · Longmont, CO 80501
- Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Bonnie Mucklow
Licensed Professional Counselor
Soonest:
6/18/2026 at 11:00 AM
Online sessions not available for kids under 9 years old.
Bonnie specializes in family and addiction therapy in Greenwood Village, using CBT and EMDR to help children and adults find lasting emotional balance and recovery.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Depression, and Family Therapy
- 1 In-Network Plan
- In-Person · Greenwood Village, CO 80111
- Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Understanding EMDR Therapy
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focused therapy approach designed to help individuals process distressing memories, trauma, and emotionally overwhelming experiences. EMDR is based on the understanding that traumatic experiences may become stored in ways that continue affecting emotions, thoughts, behaviors, and nervous system responses long after the event has passed.
Sessions often involve structured phases of therapy that may include grounding exercises, identifying distressing memories, emotional processing, and bilateral stimulation techniques such as guided eye movements or tapping. The goal is to help the brain process experiences in a way that reduces emotional intensity and supports healing over time.
Many people are drawn to EMDR because it provides a structured approach to trauma processing that may feel less focused on repeated verbal retelling while still supporting emotional recovery and nervous system regulation.
What to Expect During Therapy
Therapy sessions can look different depending on a person’s goals, experiences, and preferred approach to support. Many therapy approaches involve collaborative conversations, emotional reflection, skill-building, and working together to better understand challenges, patterns, and personal goals over time.
Collaborative Support
Therapy is often a collaborative process where individuals and therapists work together to explore concerns, identify goals, and build strategies that feel supportive and manageable.
Building Skills & Awareness
Some therapy sessions may involve learning coping strategies, emotional awareness techniques, communication tools, or new ways of responding to stress, relationships, and difficult experiences.
Personalized Goals & Growth
Therapy may focus on different goals depending on a person’s experiences, relationships, challenges, and priorities. Many people use therapy to support personal growth over time.
A Flexible & Supportive Process
The pace and structure of therapy can vary based on comfort level, goals, and personal preferences. Many people benefit from approaches that feel supportive and responsive to their needs.
Why Therapists May Use EMDR
Therapists may use Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to help individuals process trauma, distressing memories, and emotionally overwhelming experiences that continue affecting thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and nervous system responses. The approach is commonly used to support trauma recovery and emotional processing in a structured and supportive way.
Many therapists appreciate EMDR because it can help individuals process difficult experiences without relying entirely on detailed verbal retelling. The approach may feel especially supportive for individuals seeking trauma-focused therapy that integrates emotional processing with nervous system regulation.
We Work With Your Insurance
Westside Behavioral Care works with many major insurance providers to help make therapy more accessible and affordable. Coverage for counseling may vary depending on your plan, therapist availability, and whether you are seeking virtual or in-person sessions.
You can filter therapists based on your plan to find covered care quickly.
EMDR Therapists in the Greater Denver Area and Across Colorado – Accepting New Clients
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a structured therapy technique that helps people process trauma and reduce distress from past events. Westside Behavioral Care has multiple therapists trained in EMDR, offering a specialized approach to healing. EMDR is often used to treat post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, grief, and adverse life experiences. Modeled after the brain’s natural REM sleep processing, EMDR helps unlock “stuck” emotional memories so you can respond to them with greater calm and clarity. Our therapists offer EMDR both as a primary treatment and in combination with other methods depending on your needs.
Read more about EMDR therapy
Appointments are available in person across the Greater Denver Area or through secure online sessions when clinically appropriate. All therapists are in-network with Kaiser Permanente, and many are also credentialed with other insurance plans. You can browse available therapists by specialty, insurance, location, and age to find the right fit for your needs. You can also call us at (303) 986-4197 or email info@westsidebehavioral.com for personal assistance scheduling your first session.
Dave Bakulski
Licensed Professional Counselor
Soonest:
6/17/2026 at 9:00 AM
Works with ages 19+ only.
Dave provides warm, empathic therapy, using CBT and EMDR to help adults navigate trauma and addiction through his client-centered and strength-based approach.
- Anxiety, Depression, and EMDR
- Aetna, Anthem, Cigna, Humana, United/Optum, and more
- In-Person · Golden, CO 80401
- Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Nancy A. Gunzner
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Soonest:
6/18/2026 at 10:00 AM
Couples Counseling ONLY OFFERED In-Person at Nancy's Office.
Nancy, bilingual in Spanish, provides therapy in Longmont, using EMDR to help adults navigate trauma and addiction through an honest, rapport-centered approach that fosters lasting healing.
- Substance Use, Trauma, and Anxiety
- Cigna, and more
- In-Person · Longmont, CO 80501
- Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Bonnie Mucklow
Licensed Professional Counselor
Soonest:
6/18/2026 at 11:00 AM
Online sessions not available for kids under 9 years old.
Bonnie specializes in family and addiction therapy in Greenwood Village, using CBT and EMDR to help children and adults find lasting emotional balance and recovery.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Depression, and Family Therapy
- 1 In-Network Plan
- In-Person · Greenwood Village, CO 80111
- Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Andrew Harris
Licensed Professional Counselor
Soonest:
6/18/2026 at 2:00 PM
Andrew specializes in EMDR and play therapy, helping children and adults overcome trauma through an authentic approach that fosters personal growth and lasting family healing.
- EMDR, Parenting Support, and Trauma
- 1 In-Network Plan
- In-Person · Denver, CO 80239 In-Person · Englewood, CO 80110 In-Person · Boulder, CO 80303
- Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Laura Shipman
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Soonest:
6/18/2026 at 2:30 PM
Laura offers compassionate trauma and addiction therapy in Lakewood, using EMDR and CBT to help adolescents and adults build resilience in a safe, non-judgmental environment.
- Substance Use, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Women's Issues
- Aetna, Anthem, Cigna, United/Optum, and more
- In-Person · Lakewood, CO 80214
- Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Janet Borelli
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Soonest:
6/19/2026 at 4:00 PM
Janet prefers to meet with clients in person for the first appointment and follow-up sessions may be online.
Janet provides multilingual trauma and family therapy using EMDR and cognitive approaches to help children and adults overcome anxiety and achieve lasting emotional growth.
- Trauma, Divorce & Separation, and Major Life Transitions
- Humana, and more
- In-Person · Denver, CO 80222
- Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Lynda Hilburn
Licensed Professional Counselor
Soonest:
6/23/2026 at 3:30 PM
Seeing Kaiser patients over 26 years old.
Lynda uses hypnotherapy, EMDR, and depth psychology to help adults transform through trauma, anxiety, and life transitions, offering a holistic, online space for healing and female empowerment.
- Anxiety, Depression, and PTSD
- Aetna, Cigna, United/Optum, and more
- Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Kelsey Smith
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Soonest:
6/25/2026 at 11:00 AM
Kelsey helps teens and adults navigate trauma and eating disorders, using EMDR and DBT to provide a compassionate path toward healing and meaningful recovery.
- Eating Disorders, Trauma, and EMDR
- Aetna, and more
- In-Person · Greenwood Village, CO 80111
- Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Julie Atabe
Licensed Professional Counselor
Soonest:
6/29/2026 at 2:00 PM
Julie helps adults and seniors navigate anxiety and life transitions using CBT and EMDR, empowering her clients to reclaim their purpose and resilience online or in person.
- Anxiety, Depression, and Trauma
- 1 In-Network Plan
- In-Person · Broomfield, CO 80020
- Video Call · Throughout Colorado
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