Rachel Clayton, MS, LPCC
Owner | Trauma Therapist for Adult Survivors of Childhood Abuse
Therapy for adults healing from childhood trauma, shame, anxiety, self-worth wounds, and family-of-origin pain.
In Person in Northglenn and Telehealth Across Colorado
Currently Accepting Clients
“Healing from childhood trauma is not surface work, and you deserve a therapist who is willing to go deep with you.”
I work best with adults who are ready to understand how the past still shows up in their relationships, self-worth, anxiety, and sense of identity. My style is warm, direct, curious, and depth-oriented.
Areas of Focus
Adult survivors of childhood abuse
Developmental trauma
Family-of-origin wounds
Anxiety and self-worth
Identity and shame work
My Approach
Psychodynamic therapy
Humanistic and Gestalt approaches
CBT when helpful
Enneagram-informed insight
Feedback-informed care
What Clients Appreciate
Warmth and humor
Depth at your pace
Honesty without judgment
Insight paired with compassion
A space where the messy parts are welcome
Why This Work Matters to Me
As someone who has personally navigated childhood trauma, I understand how isolating and complex that journey can be. A key part of my own healing was believing that one day, my suffering would help someone else find their way through. That calling is what led me here.
What Therapy With Me Feels Like
Deep, but not rushed.
We can go beneath surface-level coping skills, but only at a pace that feels safe and manageable.
Warm, honest, and human.
Therapy with me includes compassion, curiosity, directness, and a sense of humor about life.
Insight with practical grounding.
We may explore patterns, parts of your story, values, relationships, and the tools that help you live differently now.
You Might Be a Good Fit If:
You’re ready to explore your past with safety and support
You’re tired of coping strategies that don’t stick
You want therapy that feels collaborative and honest
Finding a therapist is a bit like dating - sometimes it takes a few tries to find the right fit.
If I had to describe my style as a metaphor, I’d say I’m a guide holding a lantern on a dark woodland path. We’ll find the way together.
Education & Credentials
M.S. in Professional Counseling, Concordia University Wisconsin
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, Colorado
Ongoing supervision