Hello!
I’m Sydney Grau (she/her), Graduate Student Intern Therapist, providing online counseling for women throughout Colorado. I believe therapy is a place where authenticity and growth come together—where you can feel fully seen, understood, and supported. My goal is to create a safe and compassionate virtual space where you can explore your story, uncover patterns that no longer serve you, and discover tools to live in alignment with your true self.
Phone
(720) 663-0866‬
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.
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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. I’m passionate about offering accessible, evidence-based online therapy for women across Colorado, including Denver, Boulder, Colorado Springs, and Fort Collins. 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.
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I am LGBTQIA+ and neurodiverse-affirming, sex-positive, and passionate about working with clients who want to “go deeper” in therapy. I'm also training to offer integration support for clients who are processing psychedelic experiences and want help grounding those insights into their daily lives.
My Ideal Client:
I work best with clients who are ready—those who are committed to their own growth and willing to engage in the work both inside and outside of therapy. My approach is collaborative and hands-on, designed for individuals who want more than just a space to vent. I partner with clients to uncover patterns, build insight, and take meaningful steps toward healing and self-discovery.
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For Individuals:
I enjoy working with neurodiverse adults, including those with ADHD and autism, who want to better understand themselves and develop strategies that align with their unique strengths. I am also passionate about supporting individuals who experience anxiety or panic, as well as those navigating relational trauma or recovering from toxic or abusive relationships. I offer a supportive space for clients who are integrating psychedelic experiences and seeking to ground those insights into their daily lives. I am LGBTQIA+ affirming and committed to supporting clients across the gender and sexuality spectrum in building self-understanding, empowerment, and authentic expression.
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For Couples and Romantic Partnerships:
I love working with couples and other types of romantic relationship structures—including polyamorous and ethically non-monogamous partnerships—who want to deepen connection, strengthen communication, and rebuild trust. I also support partners and individuals who are exploring intimacy and sexuality through a sex-positive lens, and I incorporate elements of sex therapy where appropriate.
The Concerns I Specialize in Treating:
Counseling for Anxiety & Panic
Living with anxiety or panic can feel overwhelming and isolating, but you don’t have to face it alone. I work collaboratively with clients to understand the underlying patterns and triggers that fuel anxiety, helping you develop compassionate awareness and practical coping strategies. Through a blend of cognitive-behavioral techniques, mindfulness, and somatic awareness, we create a personalized toolkit to manage symptoms and reclaim a sense of calm and safety in your daily life.
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.
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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.
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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
2026
2016
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
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Podcast Episodes:
Read my Blog Posts:
Coming soon! ​
Books I Recommend:
How To Change Your Mind - Michael Pollan
The Power of Now - Eckhart Tolle
The Gifts of Imperfection - Brene Brown
The Untethered Soul - Michael A Singer
Already Free - Bruce Tift
Lighter - Yung Pueblo
The Way Forward - Yung Pueblo
The 4 Agreements - Don Miguel Ruiz
Relationship
The 8 Rules of Love - Jay Shetty
The Body Keeps the Score - ​​Bessel van der Kolk
Becoming the Narcissist's Nightmare - Shahida Arabi
It’s Called a Break Up Because It’s Broken - Amiira Ruotola-Behrendt and Greg Behrendt
Come As You Are - Emily Nagoski
Attached - Amir Levine and Rachel S. F. Heller
Neurodiverse
Your Brain is Not Broken - Tamara Rosier
The Highly Sensitive Person - Elaine Aron