5 Boulder EMDR Therapists Ready for Hire
EMDR is a cutting-edge therapy approach that taps into the brain’s natural ability to reprocess traumatic memories and heal.
While all EMDR therapists must complete rigorous training, different clinicians may specialize in different areas and blend EMDR with other techniques.
Finding the right EMDR therapist for your unique situation can make all the difference in your healing process.
Here, I share a bit more about my approach and offer my recommendations for other local EMDR therapists in case my practice isn’t the right fit.
Highly recommended Boulder EMDR specialists
Recommended for integrating EMDR with mindfulness: Robert Bell
Recommended for EMDR for postpartum issues: Alexa Joy Bergeron
Recommended for EMDR for OCD: Brynn Miller Håkon
Recommended for integrating EMDR with nature-based therapy: Lexie Glisson
Recommended for EMDR for the LGBTQ+ community: Sam Field
Why trust me?
I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor with nearly a decade of experience. I’m trained in EMDR along with other evidence-backed methods like Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI). My education at local Naropa University has given me a unique, integrative approach that blends Western psychology with Buddhist philosophy and other complementary practices.
How I selected
Besides telling you about my background and practice, I’ve chosen to highlight other local EMDR therapists so you can find the best fit possible. These clinicians are also trained in EMDR and have diverse specialty areas, integrate other treatment modalities, and bring other unique characteristics to this work. The goal is to help you find an EMDR specialist you really resonate with.
Meet the therapists
Robert Bell, LPC
Recommended for integrating EMDR with mindfulness
Key logistics:
Offers EMDR ✓
Clientele: Adults
Location: 2727 Pine St. Unit 3 Boulder, CO 80302
Virtual therapy?: Yes
As a therapist who’s also walked my own healing journey, I’m deeply committed to helping people heal from painful memories and unhelpful patterns. I blend EMDR with mindfulness practices and Buddhist principles that you can use in your daily life even after our work together is complete.
| Good fit for: | Not a fit for: |
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| Men seeking EMDR | Children or teens |
| Anxiety, depression, & trauma | Family therapy |
| In-person sessions | Couples therapy |
Alexa Joy Bergeron
Recommended for EMDR for postpartum issues
Key logistics:
Offers EMDR ✓
Clientele: Pre-teens, teens, adults, groups
Location: Boulder, CO 80304
Virtual therapy?: Yes
Alexa specializes in maternal mental health. As a mother herself, she is dedicated to helping other caregivers who are raising young children. In addition to EMDR, she uses Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy to help people heal from anxiety, depression, grief, and complex family dynamics.
| Good fit for: | Not a fit for: |
|---|---|
| Pregnancy, postpartum, & parenthood | Young children |
| Blending EMDR with IFS | Couples counseling |
| In-person sessions | EMDR intensives |
Brynn Miller Håkon
Recommended for EMDR for OCD
Key logistics:
Offers EMDR ✓
Clientele: Young children, pre-teens, teens, adults, families
Location: 2500 30th St 303, Boulder, CO 80301
Virtual therapy?: Yes
Brynn specializes in therapy for anxiety, phobias, and OCD. In addition to EMDR, she is trained in Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), which is often considered a gold-standard therapy for OCD. Brynn also uses other cutting-edge treatment modalities, such as Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP), to help people heal.
| Good fit for: | Not a fit for: |
|---|---|
| Phobias, anxiety, & OCD | Couples therapy |
| Blending EMDR with ERP & KAP | EMDR intensives |
| Therapy in Spanish | Those seeking a male clinician |
Lexie Glisson
Recommended for integrating EMDR with nature-based therapy
Key logistics:
Offers EMDR ✓
Clientele: Children, pre-teens, teens, adults
Location: Boulder, CO 80303
Virtual therapy?: Yes
Lexie’s practice specializes in nature-based therapy and animal-assisted therapy, including equine-assisted therapy. She blends EMDR with these complementary approaches to help her clients—from children to adults—experience holistic healing.
| Good fit for: | Not a fit for: |
|---|---|
| Equine-assisted therapy | Couples counseling |
| Animal-assisted therapy | Family therapy |
| Anxiety & trauma | Those seeking a male clinician |
Sam Field
Recommended for EMDR for the LGBTQ+ community
Key logistics:
Offers EMDR ✓
Clientele: Adults, couples, groups
Location: Denver, CO 80204
Virtual therapy?: Yes
Sam is a proud Queer therapist who specializes in helping fellow members of the LGBTQIA+ community. She blends EMDR with IFS, somatic practices, wilderness therapy, and equine therapy. Sam offers limited in-person sessions at her office in Denver, as well as virtual sessions for those in Boulder and throughout the state of Colorado.
| Good fit for: | Not a fit for: |
|---|---|
| Those seeking a Queer therapist | Children or teens |
| Blending EMDR with IFS | EMDR intensives |
| Online sessions | In-person sessions in Boulder |
FAQs about EMDR therapy
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EMDR can be particularly helpful if you're struggling with past traumatic events, negative beliefs about yourself, anxiety, depression, or intrusive thoughts that feel "stuck." If traditional talk therapy hasn't fully addressed these issues, or if you notice patterns of self-doubt and self-criticism affecting your daily life, EMDR might be a good fit.
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EMDR may not be a match for people currently experiencing severe dissociation, active psychosis, or significant substance use issues. It's also not recommended during times when life is feeling pretty unstable. During our initial consultation, we'll carefully assess whether EMDR could be a good fit for you right now.
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While EMDR is an evidence-based therapy that many insurance plans cover, I currently operate as an out-of-network provider. This means you'll pay directly for sessions and can submit receipts to your insurance for potential reimbursement. I recommend checking with your insurance about out-of-network mental health benefits and reimbursement rates.
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EMDR follows a structured eight-phase approach, beginning with preparation and stabilization. We'll work together to identify target memories or beliefs, then use bilateral stimulation (typically eye movements) to help your brain process these experiences. Sessions combine this specialized technique with other practices, like mindfulness, to help you see real results.
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My approach combines EMDR with mindfulness and other modalities like DBT and CBT. If you value a non-judgmental environment where we focus on your strengths and individual needs rather than labels, we might work well together. I particularly enjoy helping people challenge negative beliefs and develop practical skills for managing anxiety and depression.
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Request a free consultation through this brief form on my website. I’ll be in touch within two business days to set up the call. During the consultation, we’ll discuss what brings you to therapy and what you’re hoping to get out of the process. I’ll also answer any questions you might have. If we decide to move forward after this call, we’ll schedule your first full appointment.
