Jennifer Hayden, LPC
22-year LPC focused on trauma and addictions
- EMDR-trained therapist
- Trauma and addictions
- Holistic recovery focus
About Jennifer Hayden
Jennifer Hayden is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Colorado with 22 years of experience helping people navigate trauma, addiction, grief, relationship and family issues, mood disorders, and many other life challenges. She combines clinical training in substance use and mental health treatment with specialized work addressing gambling disorder, bringing both practical skills and compassionate perspective to each case.
Hayden values the medical understanding of behavioral health conditions and works to reduce the stigma that often surrounds diagnoses. At the same time she emphasizes a holistic approach to recovery - recognizing that healing engages emotional, relational, and practical parts of life in addition to clinical care. She is a trained EMDR therapist and applies Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing alongside other evidence-informed methods to address trauma and addiction-related material.
Her practice draws on multiple modalities to tailor care to each person, blending trauma-focused interventions with cognitive and mindfulness-based techniques and client-centered support. Jennifer approaches therapy as a collaborative process and aims to help clients build skills, process painful memories, and restore balance so they can move forward with more resilience and self-compassion.
Hayden values the medical understanding of behavioral health conditions and works to reduce the stigma that often surrounds diagnoses. At the same time she emphasizes a holistic approach to recovery - recognizing that healing engages emotional, relational, and practical parts of life in addition to clinical care. She is a trained EMDR therapist and applies Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing alongside other evidence-informed methods to address trauma and addiction-related material.
Her practice draws on multiple modalities to tailor care to each person, blending trauma-focused interventions with cognitive and mindfulness-based techniques and client-centered support. Jennifer approaches therapy as a collaborative process and aims to help clients build skills, process painful memories, and restore balance so they can move forward with more resilience and self-compassion.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessMidlife crisisMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Existential Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Jennifer Hayden have?
Jennifer Hayden has 22 years of experience in clinical practice.
Is Jennifer Hayden a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LPC credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor, and is licensed in Colorado under CO LPC LPC.0011411.
In which languages does Jennifer Hayden provide therapy?
Jennifer Hayden provides therapy in English.
Where is Jennifer Hayden located?
Jennifer Hayden is located in Colorado.
How can I work with Jennifer Hayden as my therapist?
You can work with Jennifer Hayden through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Jennifer Hayden work with international clients?
Jennifer Hayden does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Jennifer Hayden cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Jennifer Hayden integrates focused clinical methods to address trauma, addiction, mood and relationship concerns in ways that translate well to remote work. EMDR - Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing - is used to process and reduce the intensity of painful memories; it is often applied for trauma and can also be adapted for addiction-related experiences. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and habits, making it useful for anxiety, depression, and behavior change. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes the person’s own goals and strengths, offering a supportive, nonjudgmental space to explore feelings and decisions.Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Jennifer works collaboratively with each person to determine which combination of methods fits their needs, goals, and preferences, and adjusts the plan as progress unfolds. This collaborative stance helps ensure therapy aligns with what matters most to the client.
Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life transitions, and access licensed professionals from different locations, while preserving the ability to work on trauma, coping skills, and relationship patterns effectively.