Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
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.
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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.
Kelsey Smith
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Next appointment on 5/25/2026 at 11:00 AM
Offers sessions in-person and online
Kelsey helps teens and adults navigate trauma and eating disorders, using EMDR and DBT to provide a compassionate path toward healing and meaningful recovery.
Gender: Woman
Ethnicity: White
Pronouns: She/Her
- 6950 E Belleview Ave, Greenwood Village, CO 80111
Lisa Hoffman
Licensed Professional Counselor
Next appointment on 5/26/2026 at 9:00 AM
Offers sessions only online
Lisa provides empathetic, non-judgmental care for teens and adults, using ACT and EMDR to help her clients navigate anxiety, trauma, and identity while rediscovering their best selves.
Gender: Woman
Ethnicity: Asian
Pronouns: She/Her
- Offers HIPAA-compliant, encrypted video therapy
Nancy A. Gunzner
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Next appointment on 5/26/2026 at 10:00 AM
Offers sessions in-person and online
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.
Gender: Woman
Ethnicity: White
Pronouns: She/Her
- 1079 South Hover Street, Longmont, CO 80501
Couples Counseling ONLY OFFERED In-Person at Nancy's Office.
Dave Bakulski
Licensed Professional Counselor
Next appointment on 5/26/2026 at 10:00 AM
Offers sessions in-person and online
Dave provides warm, empathic therapy, using CBT and EMDR to help adults navigate trauma and addiction through his client-centered and strength-based approach.
Gender: Man
Ethnicity: White
Pronouns: He/Him
- 910 13th St Suite, Golden, CO 80401
Works with ages 19+ only.
Crystal Dudley
Licensed Professional Counselor
Next appointment on 5/26/2026 at 1:00 PM
Offers sessions only online
Crystal empowers teens and adults to overcome shame, anxiety, and PTSD through a compassionate, integrative approach that fosters self-acceptance and emotional well-being.
Gender: Woman
Ethnicity: White
Pronouns: She/Her
- Offers HIPAA-compliant, encrypted video therapy
Julie Van Ryswyk
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Next appointment on 5/27/2026 at 10:00 AM
Offers sessions only online
Julie uses EMDR and mindfulness to help adults and young adults heal from trauma and anxiety, empowering them to break old patterns and find lasting joy.
Gender: Woman
Ethnicity: White
Pronouns: She/Her
- Offers HIPAA-compliant, encrypted video therapy
Jenna Ross
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Next appointment on 5/27/2026 at 11:00 AM
Offers sessions in-person and online
Jenna specializes in trauma-focused EMDR and CBT, offering a warm, inclusive space for adolescents and adults to navigate anxiety, LGBTQIA+ identity, and personal growth.
Gender: Woman
Ethnicity: White
Pronouns: She/Her
- 2095 W 6th Ave, Broomfield, CO 80020
Lynda Hilburn
Licensed Professional Counselor
Next appointment on 5/29/2026 at 3:30 PM
Offers sessions only online
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.
Gender: Woman
- Offers HIPAA-compliant, encrypted video therapy
Seeing Kaiser patients over 26 years old.
Tom Giles
Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology
Next appointment on 12/31/2026 at 6:00 AM
Offers sessions in-person and online
Dr. Thomas Giles is Westside Behavioral Care's CEO.
Gender: Man
Ethnicity: White
Pronouns: He/Him
- 303 Testington St., Denver, CO 80203
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Emily Alexander
Licensed Professional Counselor
Offers sessions only online
Emily uses EMDR and CBT to help adults overcome trauma and anxiety, offering compassionate, authentic support to build resilience and help clients reclaim a balanced, fulfilling life.
Gender: Woman
Ethnicity: White
Pronouns: She/Her
- Offers HIPAA-compliant, encrypted video therapy
Gess Cross
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Offers sessions only online
Gess specializes in EMDR therapy for kids and adults, offering a judgment-free space to heal from trauma, anxiety, and grief while supporting the LGBTQIA+ community.
Gender: Woman
Ethnicity: White
Pronouns: She/Her
- Offers HIPAA-compliant, encrypted video therapy
Stephanie Winkler
Licensed Professional Counselor
Offers sessions in-person and online
Stephanie provides empowering, client-centered therapy for adults overcoming trauma and relationship issues, using EMDR to help her clients build resilience and find healing.
Gender: Woman
Ethnicity: White
Pronouns: She/Her
- 80 Garden Center, Broomfield, CO 80020
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