Jennifer Hayden , LPC

Jennifer Hayden is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Colorado with 22 years of clinical experience. She focuses on issues many women face, including stress, anxiety, grief, relationship and intimacy concerns, eating and body image struggles, and substance-related problems. Jennifer aims to create a straightforward, compassionate space where people can talk through what’s happening and find realistic steps forward.

Her approach balances direct, practical work with attention to personal meaning. She uses talk therapy and structured techniques to help people change patterns that aren’t working. Jennifer also uses eye movement desensitization to address traumatic memories and the ways those memories affect daily life.

Jennifer combines short-term tools and longer-term reflection. That can mean learning new coping skills, trying behavior changes, or unpacking life stories that shape current choices. She pays attention to how stress, caregiving demands, and identity concerns interact with mood and behavior.

Many people consult her about addictive behaviors, sleep and eating problems, ADHD, and compassion fatigue from caring roles. She also supports those facing major life transitions such as divorce, chronic illness, or career upheaval. Conversations are collaborative and paced to each person’s needs.

Sessions are offered via video, phone, live chat, or text messaging. Jennifer asks new clients to complete a brief matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions based on mutual availability.

Approaches that translate to online care

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening, empathy, and helping the client lead the conversation. It is useful for people who want a supportive environment to make sense of feelings and choices. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, uses practical exercises to identify unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors. It often helps with anxiety, depression, sleep, and eating concerns.

EMDR, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, approaches traumatic memories differently than talk-only work and can reduce the intensity of painful memories. It is commonly used when trauma or past events continue to affect daily life. Jennifer will work together with each person to decide which methods fit best for their goals and comfort level. That decision is collaborative and can change as therapy progresses.

Online sessions - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text messaging - make scheduling easier around work, caregiving, and busy days. Video allows face-to-face conversation; phone can be simpler when bandwidth is limited or for shorter check-ins. Live chat and text messaging let people maintain contact between sessions or use a quieter format when typing feels easier. These options offer flexibility while keeping the focus on practical tools and steady progress.