Gwen Westerlund

Life is full of changes, challenges, and unexpected turns. As a therapist, it’s truly my joy and privilege to walk alongside people through difficult seasons—helping them find peace, purpose, and a deeper sense of fulfillment along the way.

Along with my professional training, I bring a personal understanding of life’s ups and downs. As a woman, daughter, sister, wife of over forty years, mom, and grandmother of ten, I’ve experienced many of the same joys and struggles that my clients face. These experiences have shaped my perspective and deepened my empathy for others.

I earned my degree in Counseling from Denver Seminary and have been practicing for more than 12 years. I’m trained in EMDR, which I often use to help clients process and heal from trauma. My approach is holistic and integrative—supported by a second Master’s degree in Theological Studies and certification in Religious Trauma.

I work with adults of all ages and have a special passion for helping couples navigate relationship challenges, strengthen communication, and build lasting connection.

My approach is grounded in warmth, compassion, and collaboration. Clients often describe me as having a calm, welcoming presence—a place where they can feel safe, heard, and never judged. I believe healing begins in a space of trust, and I’m honored to walk alongside each person on that journey.

Together, we’ll explore the challenges you’re facing, uncover your strengths, and find practical ways to create change and growth. I draw from a variety of evidence-based approaches, always tailoring our work to your unique needs and goals.

Whether you’re dealing with trauma, relationship difficulties, or a major life transition, my goal is to support and empower you every step of the way.

In our first session, we’ll spend time getting to know each other and talking about what brought you to therapy. We’ll explore what’s been challenging, clarify your goals, and begin to imagine what life could look like as we work toward meaningful change. From there, we’ll start introducing new perspectives, tools, and techniques to help you build confidence, resilience, and a stronger sense of fulfillment.