How to Find an EMDR Therapist in Colorado: What to Ask

Part of our Online EMDR Therapy in Colorado resources.

Key Takeaways

• To find an EMDR therapist in Colorado, check four things: a Colorado license, EMDR training, a format that fits your life, and how the first conversation feels.
• You can verify a Colorado license online with the state.
• Ask about fees and payment before you book.
• A short first conversation helps you decide. Trust matters as much as credentials.

How do you find an EMDR therapist in Colorado?

Here is how to find an EMDR therapist. Check the license. Ask how the therapist was trained in EMDR. Make sure the format and schedule work for you. Then talk to them before you commit. If you are new to the method, start with what EMDR is.

What should you check first?

Start with the license. Many kinds of professionals offer therapy, including psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers and counselors, and their backgrounds and specialties differ.

Choose a therapist who is licensed in the state where you live. You can look up a Colorado license on the license verification page from the state's Division of Professions and Occupations.

At EMDR Center of Denver, Jeanne Cross is a Colorado LCSW and LAC, and Gessica Cross is a Colorado LCSW.

How do you know a therapist is trained in EMDR?

Ask. A license tells you a therapist may practice. It does not tell you what training they have. Ask how they were trained in EMDR, what they use it for and how long they have used it.

Both clinicians at EMDR Center of Denver are EMDR-trained, licensed therapists. You can read their training and experience on the Who We Are page. They work with adults on trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss and addiction.

What format and schedule fit you?

EMDR is a one-on-one therapy. You meet with your provider individually for each session.

Think about three things:

• Online or in person. EMDR Center of Denver is online only, for adults who live in Colorado. Research on virtual EMDR is covered on our blog.
• Session length. A standard session is one hour. Most new clients begin with a two-hour initial intake.
• Pace. Some people prefer weekly sessions. Others like longer EMDR intensives. Our post on 90-minute and two-hour intensives explains the difference.

What questions should you ask?

The National Institute of Mental Health suggests a short conversation before you start, so you can see how treatment will work and whether you feel comfortable. Questions to bring:

• What are your credentials and experience? Do you have a specialty?
• What training do you have in EMDR?
• What approach will you use, and why?
• What are the goals of therapy, and how will we track progress?
• What do sessions cost, and how do I pay?

These are conversation starters, not a test. Rapport and trust are essential.

How do fees work?

Ask about fees before you book. EMDR Center of Denver is self-pay and does not participate in insurance plans. We accept credit cards and HSA/FSA cards. Current fees are on the Rates page.

What happens in a first conversation?

At EMDR Center of Denver, the first step is a free 15-minute phone consultation. You can ask questions and see if we are a good fit. If you decide to go ahead, most new clients begin with a two-hour initial intake. You and your clinician talk about your history and set goals together. After that, a standard session is one hour.

If you are not sure the fit is right, keep asking questions. If therapy does not feel like it is helping after a reasonable amount of time, you can talk to your therapist or look at other approaches.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I find an EMDR therapist online in Colorado?

Yes. EMDR Center of Denver sees adults online across Colorado. We can only work with people who live in Colorado. See where we serve.

What is the difference between a license and EMDR training?

A license is the state's permission to practice. EMDR training is extra training in this method. Ask about both. You can check a license on the state lookup.

How long is an EMDR session?

A standard session is one hour. Most new clients begin with a two-hour initial intake. Intensives are usually 90 minutes or two hours.

Does EMDR Center of Denver take insurance?

No. We are self-pay and do not participate in insurance plans. See the Rates page for current fees. More answers are in our FAQ.

Next step

Ready to talk? Schedule your free 15-minute consultation to ask your questions. You can also call or text 720-464-3444.

Education and Crisis Disclaimer

This article is for education and is not a substitute for therapy, medical advice, or emergency care. If you are in crisis or thinking about suicide, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline), call 911, or go to your nearest emergency room. EMDR Center of Denver does not provide emergency services.

Sources

• National Institute of Mental Health. Psychotherapies. Last reviewed February 2024; read October 29, 2026.
• Colorado Division of Professions and Occupations. Verify a Colorado Professional or Business License. Read October 29, 2026.
• U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, National Center for PTSD. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) for PTSD. Read October 29, 2026.
• EMDR Center of Denver, Who We Are, Rates, FAQ and EMDR Intensives, read October 29, 2026.