Joy Schutz

I grew up in Florida, and have called Colorado my home for the past ten years. Although a

beach girl at heart, I do love Colorado’s fir trees, majestic mountains, and the thrill of an

occasional snow day.

I earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a Minor in Forensic Studies from the

University of West Florida, an Occupational Therapy Assistant degree from St. Catherine

University, and a Master of Social Work degree from Newman University. My background in

occupational therapy and social work has shaped the way I approach therapy—looking at

the whole person and the different experiences that influence emotional wellbeing. I am

actively pursuing licensure to become a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.

I specialize in helping adolescents and adults heal from trauma and abuse. I work closely

with survivors to process confusing and harmful experiences, rebuild trust in themselves,

and rediscover their sense of self. One of the most meaningful parts of my work is walking

alongside clients as they gain clarity, learn to establish healthy boundaries, and reconnect

with their intuitive strength.

Sometimes people sense something in their relationship isn’t healthy but struggle to

explain what it is. Emotional abuse, manipulation, and domestic violence can be confusing

especially when there are random moments of "getting along.” Common signs of an

unhealthy relationship include:

• Frequently questioning your memory or perception of events

• Feeling like conversations somehow always turn into your fault

• Apologizing often just to keep the peace

• Walking on eggshells around your partner or bracing yourself when they walk

through the front door

• Feeling responsible for your partner’s emotions or reactions

• Bringing up a concern only to have the conversation turn in circles, leaving your

concern unresolved

• Losing confidence in yourself over time

• Experiencing controlling, threatening, or physically harmful behaviors

These experiences can leave people feeling anxious, confused, or disconnected from their

own feelings. Survivors often struggle to trust their intuition and perceptions, even after the

relationship ends.

I provide a safe, empathic, supportive, and trauma-informed space to:

• Heal from emotional abuse, narcissistic dynamics, or domestic violence

• Process experiences of gaslighting, manipulation, or relational trauma

• Rebuild self-trust, confidence, and clarity

• Develop healthy boundaries

• Reconnect with one’s inner voice and intuition

• Understand unhealthy relationship patterns to prevent future harm

Therapy offers a space where you can feel heard, believed, and supported while working

through challenges and rebuilding a sense of safety and empowerment. I welcome the

opportunity to meet with you and explore whether working together feels like the right fit.