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.
Sue Crawford
Licensed Professional Counselor
Sue supports children and adults facing trauma, grief, and neurodivergence using an eclectic, holistic approach with EMDR and CBT to foster healing and growth.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, PTSD, and Autism Spectrum Disorder
- 1 In-Network Plan
- Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Rachel Mahoney
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Rachel offers compassionate therapy for children and adults, using CBT and EMDR to help clients navigate anxiety, trauma, and ADHD through a personalized, collaborative approach to healing.
- Depression, Anxiety, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Humana, and more
- In-Person · Centennial, CO 80112
- Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Cecilia Kim
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Only works with female clients.
Cecilia empowers young adults and adults through EMDR and CBT, offering inclusive trauma support specifically for women of color and the LGBTQIA+ community.
- Trauma, Anxiety, and LGBTQIA+
- Humana, and more
- Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Deirdre McGrath
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Deirdre provides compassionate therapy for adults navigating anxiety, PTSD, and bipolar disorder, utilizing EMDR and CBT to create a safe, collaborative space for deep healing and growth.
- Anxiety, Crisis Support, and Depression
- 1 In-Network Plan
- Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Brittany McCrann
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Brittany specializes in maternal and perinatal mental health, using a compassionate, evidence-based approach to help young adults and adults navigate grief, infertility, and life stressors.
- Postpartum Depression, Grief & Loss, and Relationship Challenges
- 1 In-Network Plan
- Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Ruby Brayman
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Ruby supports adults and young adults using CBT and EMDR, helping her clients untangle thoughts and build resilience through anxiety, depression, and major life adjustments.
- Anxiety, Depression, and Women's Issues
- Humana, and more
- Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Carly Stout
Licensed Professional Counselor
Not seeing couples or substance abuse cases.
Carly uses EMDR and DBT to help women and young adults heal from trauma, anxiety, and life transitions, creating a warm space for finding lasting peace.
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Women's Issues, and Anxiety
- Humana, and more
- Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Lindy Steece
Licensed Professional Counselor
Lindy uses EMDR and a holistic approach to help children and adults overcome trauma, abuse, and life challenges, empowering them to reclaim their power and live their best lives.
- Abuse & Neglect, Domestic Violence, and EMDR
- Cigna, United/Optum, and more
- Video Call · Throughout Colorado
Justin Ryan
Licensed Professional Counselor
Justin empowers teens, adults, and couples to heal from trauma and strengthen attachments using EMDR and solution-focused therapy in a safe, empathetic space.
- EMDR, Suicide Prevention, and Anxiety
- Aetna, Cigna, Humana, United/Optum, and more
- In-Person · Littleton, CO 80127
- Video Call · Throughout Colorado
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