Hello!
I’m Sydney Grau (she/her), a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate (LPCC) in the state of Colorado. I hold a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the CACREP-accredited counselor education program at Adams State University.
I offer a collaborative, holistic space for therapy that goes beyond surface-level support. Together, we’ll gently excavate your inner world, tracing patterns, making meaning, and integrating insight in a way that fosters real self-understanding and compassion. My goal is to help you reconnect with your intuitive wisdom and step more fully into your authentic self.
Phone
(719) 409-0456
My Approach to Therapy
I believe that every person holds an innate ability to heal and grow when given the right support and tools. Therapy, for me, is about co-creating a collaborative and empowering space where we can explore not just what is happening in the present, but also the patterns and experiences from your past that may still be shaping your life today. Understanding where these patterns began allows us to break free from what no longer serves you and to create new, healthier ways of relating to yourself and others.
My approach is integrated and holistic, blending deep exploration with practical, actionable tools. While I work from a feminist and person-centered foundation, I also draw on insights from attachment theory, psychodynamic work, existential thought, and cognitive-behavioral strategies. I believe therapy is most powerful when it pairs insight with structure, so I often incorporate bibliotherapy and meaningful homework to help clients continue their growth beyond our sessions. My role is not to “fix” you but to walk alongside you—helping you connect with your strengths, develop awareness, and embrace a life that feels more authentic and fulfilling.
I am LGBTQIA+ and neurodiverse-affirming, sex-positive, and passionate about working with clients who want to “go deeper” in therapy. I also offer integration support for clients who are processing psychedelic experiences and want help grounding those insights into their daily lives.
My Ideal Client
Do you feel like your life has been ruled by fear or shame? Do you carry a constant sense that you are not enough, no matter how hard you try?
You may be looking for trauma therapy in Colorado that goes beyond traditional talk therapy. Many of my clients are women and queer adults who have experienced attachment trauma, relational trauma, or complex PTSD. These experiences often show up as:
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Chronic shame
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Low self-esteem
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Perfectionism
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Anxiety or depression
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Codependency or difficulty with boundaries
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Relationship struggles
I believe these symptoms don’t just happen out of nowhere. They are adaptations, ways your nervous system learned to survive painful circumstances.
In our work together, we will explore the “why” behind your patterns while offering compassion to the parts of you that did the best they could. Through somatic trauma therapy and EMDR, you can reconnect with yourself and build a life that feels grounded, empowered, and meaningful.
The Concerns I Specialize in Treating
My Story
Before becoming a counselor, I spent years building a career in media production. While I loved the creativity of that work, I eventually realized it did not align with my values or my desire to do something more meaningful. My own profound experiences in therapy, particularly the way my therapist empowered me to leave and heal from abusive and toxic relationships, completely transformed my life. That experience showed me the incredible power of feeling truly seen and validated, and it inspired me to create that same kind of space for others who may be navigating their own pain and rediscovering their voice.
I have always had a deep appreciation for the power of storytelling—how our narratives shape who we are and who we become. Living with ADHD and anxiety has given me a personal understanding of what it means to rewrite my own story in a world that often isn’t built for neurodiverse minds. I would be honored to help you shape and own your story, finding the meaning and resilience that already exist within you.
Psychedelic-assisted therapy is another area of deep passion for me. My own transformative experiences with psychedelics have given me profound insights and lasting change, and I believe strongly in their potential to shift perspective, expand self-awareness, and even restructure the way we process and heal. I intend to pursue certification in psychedelic-assisted therapy, and I offer integration support for clients who want to ground and make sense of their experiences.
Alongside my counseling work, I continue to leverage my creative skills by producing and co-creating Her Time to Talk, the podcast for Her Time Therapy, as well as managing the practice’s social media pages. This blend of creativity and therapeutic work allows me to connect with others on multiple levels, always with the goal of fostering healing, empowerment, and authentic connection.
Education & Professional Training
Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Adams State University
Bachelor of Arts in Photojournalism and Anthropology
Pennsylvania State University
Additional Credentials & Training
Pending
Books I Recommend
Personal Growth & Healing
How to Change Your Mind ~ by Michael Pollan
The Power of Now ~ by Eckhart Tolle
The Gifts of Imperfection ~ by Brené Brown
The Untethered Soul ~ by Michael A. Singer
Already Free ~ by Bruce Tift
Lighter ~ by Yung Pueblo
The Way Forward ~ by Yung Pueblo
The Four Agreements ~ by Don Miguel Ruiz
Relationships
The 8 Rules of Love ~ by Jay Shetty
The Body Keeps the Score ~ by Bessel van der Kolk
Becoming the Narcissist’s Nightmare ~ by Shahida Arabi
It’s Called a Breakup Because It’s Broken ~ by Amiira Ruotola-Behrendt and Greg Behrendt
Come As You Are ~ by Emily Nagoski
Attached ~ by Amir Levine and Rachel S. F. Heller
Neurodiversity & Sensitivity
Your Brain Is Not Broken ~ by Tamara Rosier
The Highly Sensitive Person ~ by Elaine Aron
Podcast Episodes
Read my Blog Posts
Coming soon!