About Living Water Trauma Counseling & Consulting
A Christian Counseling Group Rooted in Safety, Warmth, and Deep Healing
People come to us carrying stories that feel heavy, confusing, or long overdue for healing.
At Living Water, we want you to know one thing from the very beginning:
You are not too much.
You are not alone.
And your story matters to God — and to us.
We are a group of Christian clinicians who blend biblical wisdom, neuroscience, and evidence-based trauma care to help you heal gently and deeply.
Our approach is warm, relational, and grounded in the belief that every person is made in the image of God — worthy of compassion, dignity, and restoration.
Who We Are
We are a team of compassionate, ethical, and knowledgeable therapists who are committed to walking alongside people through the toughest parts of their stories. Each clinician offers unique training and experience, but our heart remains the same:
To create a safe, attuned space where healing becomes possible.
We specialize in trauma, grief, anxiety, ADHD, dissociation, spiritual wounds, relationship breakdowns, maladaptive perfectionism, identity, and emotional overwhelm.
We support adults, teens (17+), kids 3+, and couples, offering both traditional therapy and experiential modalities.
Our posture is gentle, Christ-centered, and deeply human.
We’re not here to push, pressure, or rush you.
We’re here to walk beside you — at your pace, with compassion and clarity.
Elizabeth Moffitt, MA, LPC, NCC, EMDR
Founder & LPC Supervisor
EMDR Certified Therapist & EMDR Consultant
Equine-Assisted EMDR (EquiLateral) Trained; Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy Certified
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) Trained
Not currently accepting new clients
Elizabeth is the founder of Living Water Trauma Counseling & Consulting and the clinical heart behind the practice. She leads with the belief that healing happens best in safe, relational spaces, where people feel deeply seen, respected, and supported.
Elizabeth specializes in working with adults (18+) and couples who are navigating trauma and abuse, grief and loss, anxiety, self-esteem concerns, and difficult or life-altering circumstances. Her work is grounded in evidence-based, trauma-informed care, integrating EMDR, attachment-focused approaches, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), experiential and clay art therapy, equine-assisted work, and traditional office-based counseling.
She has a particular sensitivity to clients who feel stuck, discouraged, or unsure why “what they’ve tried before” hasn’t worked. Elizabeth understands how vulnerable it can feel to begin counseling — especially if past experiences were unhelpful or painful — and she deeply honors the courage it takes to take that first step. Her approach is collaborative, compassionate, and paced, with a strong emphasis on relationship and trust.
Elizabeth enjoys working with people of diverse backgrounds, identities, and life experiences, believing that life becomes less frightening — and far more meaningful — when we are able to heal and grow in connection with others. She values each therapeutic relationship and works closely with clients to clarify goals, strengthen insight, and rediscover a sense of wholeness and true identity.
Elizabeth earned her Master’s degree with distinction from a rigorous counseling program at a Christian university, where she was trained to ethically integrate Christian faith with evidence-based clinical practice. She is a National Board Certified Counselor (NCC) and an EMDRIA-certified EMDR Therapist and Consultant, having voluntarily met high national standards for counseling competence, ethics, and trauma-informed care. While she is a Christian and integrates faith when desired, Elizabeth works respectfully with clients of all belief systems.
In addition to her clinical leadership, Elizabeth provides EMDR consultation for clinicians seeking EMDR training, certification, or advanced consultation through EMDRIA, and she also offers clinical supervision for therapists seeking thoughtful, ethical, and trauma-informed guidance. She is deeply committed to mentoring clinicians in attuned, neuroscience-informed, and relationally grounded practice.
Although Elizabeth is not currently accepting new therapy clients, she remains actively involved in the leadership, supervision, and clinical direction of Living Water. She is committed to cultivating a practice where clients and clinicians alike experience warmth, safety, excellence in care, and genuine hope.
Outside of her professional work, Elizabeth is a lifelong learner who loves animals, reading, music, movies, being outdoors, and spending time with friends, family, and her horse. A Tennessee native at heart, she has called Colorado home since 2007.
Carlos Martinez, LCSW, EMDR
Associate Clinical Director
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
EMDR Certified Counselor
EMDR Consultant
As a therapist and clinical lead director with Living Water Trauma Counseling and Consulting, it is with complete warmth that I say hello and welcome the opportunity to aid, support, and assist you on your healing journey!
As a bilingual mental health therapist/supervisor in spoken Spanish and English, with close to 2 decades of mental health experience, I have learned and fully embrace the concept of safety so that we can explore the areas of life that can be puzzling, painful, and tender. I believe that we are equipped to connect with one another in a deep and meaningful way throughout our lives. While preferably this would happen free of discomfort and sadness, most of us aren’t that fortunate. From one single event to a lifetime of pain and suffering, I work with people to help them shed the scars of their pain and embrace the warmth of their core self and the beautiful potential for healing.
I am a Somatic Integration Processing (SIP) therapist. I’ve had the unique, distinct, pleasure of being trained in SIP I, and SIP II. I thoroughly enjoy the guidance it has allowed me to support my clients. In incorporating the wisdom found within SIP, I am able to assist in picking the healthiest of therapeutic modalities in your journey of healing, and hopefully, with time, wholeness.
I graduated ‘with distinction’ in a scholastically accredited Master’s of Social Work program through Azusa Pacific University. I also graduated with Phi Alpha Honor Society. Phi Alpha fosters high standards of education for social workers and invites into membership those who have attained excellence in scholarship and achievement in social work. In addition, I graduated from an accredited Christian University, where I learned how to integrate my Christian faith with evidence-based counseling approaches in an ethical manner. I work with people from all backgrounds, including religious and non-religious belief systems. I also successfully passed the clinical Association of Social Work Boards (LCSW). The ASWB develops and maintains the national social work licensing examinations that are used to test a social worker’s competence to practice ethically and safely. I am an EMDR Certified therapist and consultant, who is trauma-informed and also is registered through EMDRIA. EMDR is a leading and highly accepted evidence-based therapy approach for assisting in all trauma and other related concerns. I have also trained in other trauma-focused, evidence-based therapy approaches. I also serve as the practice’s Associate Clinical Director, providing clinical leadership, consultation, and supervision to support our clinicians in delivering ethical, high-quality care.
I would be honored to join you on your healing journey!
Danielle Reich, LPCC, EMDR and Brainspotting-trained
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate
Trained in Brainspotting, EMDR, and Trauma-Informed Care
Sees Teens 15 years + and individuals
Life can be hard under the best of circumstances, but it’s even harder when you feel as though you’re drowning in pain, anxiety, depression, loneliness or confusion. Carrying those burdens by yourself can be extremely isolating and can make you feel as though you’re losing your mind. I understand how hard it can be to just get through the day when you feel like you’re falling apart, but you aren’t alone in this struggle.
I am passionate about helping you feel safe and calm, so you can start to discover a sense of hope and joy for the future. I utilize a person-centered approach to therapy, with techniques from motivational interviewing (MI), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and neuroscience to create a unique therapeutic experience to fit your specific needs.
I understand how scary it can be to begin counseling and to trust a stranger with your pain. I strive to make your therapeutic experience as compassionate, collaborative, and strength-based as possible. I want all of my clients to know that healing can be hard and exhausting, but it doesn’t have to be something that you do alone. It would be my honor and my pleasure to be allowed to walk with you while you navigate your healing journey.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate with training in brainspotting, EMDER, and trauma-informed care.
When I am not in the therapy room, I am usually reading or spending time with my family and my dog. I believe that there’s no such thing as too much learning or too much coffee. I am a Christian and love to integrate faith-based practices into my counseling.
If it sounds like I may be a good fit for your counseling needs, I would be honored to connect with you.
Brittany Russell, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Specialization in Substance Use
Trauma-Informed Care
Sees Kids 12 years + and individuals
You’ve spent so much time holding it together for everyone else that you may not even remember what it feels like to put yourself first. Maybe you’re overwhelmed, anxious, emotionally exhausted, or carrying experiences that still feel heavy long after they happened. You don’t have to keep doing it alone. I work with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and the lasting impact of difficult life experiences. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling stuck, disconnected from themselves, constantly “on,” or wondering why it feels so hard to cope when they’ve been strong for so long.
My goal is to create a space where you can finally exhale — a place where you feel understood, supported, and free from judgment. Together, we’ll explore what’s beneath the anxiety, self-doubt, overwhelm, or emotional pain and help you build a stronger connection with yourself. I like to let you be in the driver’s seat, but I am here to help navigate as you direct.
Healing isn’t about becoming someone new or fixing what’s “wrong.” It’s about understanding your story, reconnecting with your strengths, and creating a life that feels more manageable, meaningful, and authentic. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I’m passionate about helping you move from survival mode toward healing, self-trust, and emotional balance.
Morgan Sparks, MA, LPCC
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate
Sees Children 5 years +, adolescents, individuals and couples
Trauma-Informed Care
Sometimes when we're going through something hard, it can feel like there's no one to talk to who gets it. Trauma, anxiety, depression, mood swings, relationship struggles, and other challenges can feel too difficult to talk about with the people in our everyday lives. My passion is to help you navigate through these challenges in a way that feels safe and productive. If you or your teen is feeling lost and alone, your own personal traumatic experiences feel unmanageable, or your marriage feels stuck, I am here to walk with you through the struggle and find the light on the other side.
Much of my early experience was working with children and teens with their families as they navigate behavioral outbursts, anxiety, depression, and trauma, specifically in the foster/adoption system. Now, I also work with many adults and couples through trauma and attachment struggles. I utilize a variety of therapeutic approaches tailored to your needs.
If you are thinking of starting therapy, you have already taken a step towards healing. I can help you as you start the process of self-growth. If you are a parent looking for support with your child, I'd be happy to discuss my therapeutic style and process. As a parent myself, I understand that it can be challenging. I'm here to support you and your child.
Carly Horkman, MA, LPCC
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate
Trained in Trauma-Informed Care
Sees Children 5 years + adolescents, individuals, and couples
Sometimes life is just not how it’s meant to be, and we can feel overwhelmed when we’re carrying anxiety, sadness, painful experiences, and difficulty in relationships. I provide a safe, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space for you to be your genuine self and be seen, heard, and cared for while in your journey of healing, growth, and meaningful change. I support children 10+, teens, adults, and couples experiencing anxiety, OCD, depression, anger, trauma, grief, spiritual concerns, and relational struggles.
My therapeutic approach is holistic, relational, and creative. Therapy is deeply personal, so I tailor my therapeutic style to match your personality and goals, utilizing client-centered, Narrative, Existential, CBT, DBT, EFT, and Gottman approaches. Alongside traditional talk therapy, I may incorporate art, music, nature, reflection, and experiential activities to help you process emotions, gain tools for coping, build a thriving life, and foster deep and authentic connections in your relationships. Also, for those who desire, I offer Christian counseling: integrating Scripture and connection with God to find healing and wholeness of life with and through Him.
I am a Licensed Practicing Counselor Candidate trained in trauma-informed care. I graduated from Denver Seminary and have a background in ministry and Christian camping roles, and have experience integrating evidence-based counseling approaches and Christian faith.
When I’m not in the counseling room, I love exploring the beauty of the mountains, spending time with friends, family, and the cutest doggo in the world, reading, and playing board games. I’m a Christian and enjoy continuing to learn more about God, people, and the cool ways our minds work.
I would love to connect with you and would be honored to share in your journey of healing. I look forward to working together with you!
Jo Ellen Christian, MA, LPCC
Individuals (16+) and Couples
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate
EMDR Trained
EAGALA Certified
Experiential & Trauma-Informed Therapist
Healing begins in safe, honest spaces—and my goal is to create one for every client I work with.
I support individuals (16+) and couples who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected—helping them find clarity, connection, and new ways forward. My approach is warm, collaborative, and experiential. I use EMDR, CBT, and solution-focused methods to help clients process difficult experiences and move toward meaningful change.
For those who desire it, I also offer faith-integrated counseling, weaving in Scripture, prayer, and a Christian worldview to support healing on a spiritual level. Whether we are sitting in an office or working together outdoors with horses, I meet clients where they are—offering both grace and grounded guidance.
With 12 years of experience, I’ve had the privilege of walking with clients through trauma, grief, addiction, PTSD, and relational distress. My work has included sessions on horse ranches, partnerships with non-profits, and creative modalities like equine-assisted therapy and couples’ social dance to build trust, communication, and connection.
Whatever season you’re in—you don’t have to walk it alone. I’d be honored to walk alongside you.
Andrew Deem, MA, LPCC
Children (4 years and up), teens, and adults
Trauma-informed, Sand Tray Trained & Play Therapy Informed
His work is especially supportive for neurodivergent kids (ADHD, autism, sensory differences, big emotions)—and for parents who want their child to feel more regulated, confident, and understood. Sessions are warm and playful, while still structured and intentional, so kids feel safe while they build real-life skills like:
· emotional regulation and coping strategies
· anxiety and worry support
· confidence, self-understanding, and resilience
· healthier communication and behavior patterns
Andrew’s goal is simple: help your child feel safe enough to be themselves—and help your family feel steadier at home.
Works with: children, pre-teens, teenagers, and the LGBTQIA+ community.
Andrew is a pre-licensed outpatient therapist practicing under licensed supervision at Living Water Trauma Counseling & Consulting.
When your child is anxious, overwhelmed, melting down, or shutting down, it can be hard to know what they’re trying to say—because kids don’t always have words for big feelings. Andrew specializes in helping children communicate through the language they know best: play, sand tray, creativity, and movement.
Kimberly Perlin, MA, LPCC
Children, Pre-teens, Teens, and Adults
Kimberly Perlin is a pre-licensed Clinical Mental Health Counseling clinician practicing under the supervision of Elizabeth Moffitt, MA, LPC, NCC, EMDR, at Living Water. She offers a warm, steady space for children, teens, and adults who feel stuck in anxiety, depression, trauma responses, overwhelm, or persistent self-doubt—and who want practical help that actually fits real life.
Kimberly’s style is supportive, client-centered, and collaborative. She moves at your pace, focusing on trust, emotional safety, and helping you feel truly understood.
Together, you’ll look at the patterns underneath what you’re experiencing—how thoughts, emotions, body sensations, and behaviors interact—and build clear, usable tools to help you feel more grounded, regulated, and confident in your next steps.
She is committed to thoughtful, evidence-based care and stays connected to current training, supervision, and consultation to ensure you’re receiving quality support throughout your work together.
Kimberly works with:
· Children, pre-teens, and teenagers
· Adults
· Clients navigating faith and spiritual concerns
· The LGBTQIA+ community
Faith-integrated counseling (optional): Kimberly is a Christian and can incorporate Christianity into sessions when desired—whether that means integrating prayer, Scripture, spiritual practices, or simply making space for faith-related questions and healing. Your preferences guide the work, always with respect and care.
Kylie Barker, Counseling Intern
Children (10+) Adolescents, Adults, and Couples
Kylie is a Clinical Mental Health Counseling intern practicing under the supervision of Elizabeth Moffitt, MA, LPC, NCC, EMDR, at Living Water. Healing rarely happens in isolation—it begins in a space where you feel safe enough to be honest, supported enough to be vulnerable, and empowered to move forward. If you're feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, weighed down by past experiences, navigating relationship challenges, or simply feeling stuck, you don't have to carry it alone. Therapy can provide a safe space to find a renewed sense of hope and healing.
I enjoy working with children (10+), adolescents, adults, and couples who are navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, addiction, ADHD, life transitions, relationship challenges, and other emotional struggles. I have a special passion for supporting adolescents and adults navigating mental health challenges, helping individuals process and heal from trauma, and walking alongside service members, veterans, and military families. As the spouse of a service member, I understand some of the unique challenges military life can bring and strive to provide an understanding space for those experiences.
I believe therapy is most effective when it is tailored to you. Rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach, I draw from evidence-based methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and Somatic Experiencing Therapy. Together, we’ll explore what's keeping you stuck, build practical tools for everyday life, and work toward healing.
Above all, I want therapy to feel like a place where you can exhale. A place where you are met with compassion instead of judgment, where your strengths are recognized, and where you can explore both your struggles and your hopes at your own pace. If Christian faith is an important part of your life, I am also happy to integrate it into counseling in a way that feels meaningful to you.
Taking the first step toward therapy can feel intimidating, but you don't have to do it alone. I would be honored to walk alongside you as you move toward healing, growth, and a life that feels more grounded
Georgia Houchens
Georgia is a Clinical Mental Health Counseling Intern under the supervision of Elizabeth Moffitt, MA, LPC, NCC, EMDR at Living Water Trauma Counseling and Consulting. She offers a warm, client-centered space for individuals navigating life transitions, grief, anxiety, and trauma. Especially when it feels like traditional approaches have not fully reached the deeper places within. Her style is warm, gentle, and practical, offering both emotional depth and tools for everyday life. She believes your experiences matter. The struggles you carry are not random.
They are often shaped by relationships, early experiences, and patterns that influence how you see yourself, connect with others, and move through the world. With a compassionate and collaborative approach, Georgia comes alongside you to gently explore these patterns, helping you make sense of what feels confusing, overwhelming, or stuck while also honoring the strengths you already carry. Grounded in trauma-informed care, Georgia helps you understand how past experiences can impact the mind, body, and sense of self.
Together, you will work toward greater self-awareness, emotional steadiness, and a renewed sense of connection; to yourself, to others, and to your purpose. She thoughtfully supports your sense of belonging, identity, and meaning, helping you move toward a life marked by courage, connection, and growth.
For those who desire it, Georgia integrates a Judeo-Christian faith perspective in a thoughtful and client-led way, creating space to explore spiritual questions, wounds, and identity in relationship with God. Her goal is to provide a safe, nonjudgmental environment where you feel truly seen, supported, and invited into healing at a pace that honors your story.
Charisse (“Cha”)
Client Services Coordinator
Intakes • Insurance Verification • Billing Questions
Before joining our practice, I worked as a Senior Medical Technologist, a career that taught me precision, care, and the importance of being a first line of defense for people’s well-being. But my first love has always been psychology, and life eventually led me here, to a place where I get to combine my dedication to helping others with my passion for mental health. Even though I’m not the one providing therapy, I’m overjoyed to support clients in this meaningful way.
I’m often the first person you’ll connect with. You can trust that anything you share with me will be kept confidential and treated with respect. I understand that starting your mental health journey can feel daunting, and I’m here to listen without judgment. My goal is to help you feel comfortable, guide you through the process, and connect you with the counselor who best suits your needs.
Think of me as your first line of support, helping you take the next step toward care in a safe and welcoming environment. Even in small ways, I’m committed to making your experience easier and helping you feel seen, heard, and supported. No matter what season of life you’re in, sunny, stormy, or somewhere in between... we’re always here to support you. We look forward to helping you take the next step.
Our Therapeutic Approach
Healing is not one-size-fits-all.
Your nervous system, your life experiences, your trauma history, and your faith journey are uniquely yours.
Because of this, we use an integrative, trauma-informed, eclectic approach.
Our Faith Perspective
We believe God meets us in our pain — not after we’ve cleaned it up or made it presentable.
Our therapeutic stance echoes Jesus’ posture toward the hurting:
gentle, attuned, compassionate, and full of truth.
Clients of all backgrounds are welcome here.
We never force faith content.
We offer it as an open invitation to those who desire it.
What It Feels Like to Work With Us
Our clients often tell us things like:
“I finally feel understood.”
“This is the first time therapy has felt safe and judgment-free.”
“I feel like a weight is off my shoulders.”
“I feel like I’m reconnecting with God again.”
“I feel grounded for the first time in years.”
We honor the courage it takes to show up — and we walk with you every step of the way
You’ll notice that therapy with us feels:
✨ Warm
✨ Slow-paced (in a good way)
✨ Attuned and Authentic
✨ Gentle with your nervous system
✨ Rooted in hope
✨ Deeply relational
✨ Never pushy or clinical “textbook therapy.”
Why We’re Called “Living Water”
Living Water represents:
Renewal
Restoration
Life where there once was drought
The healing presence of Christ
A place for weary hearts to be refreshed
It reflects our belief that healing is possible — not because you try harder, but because you are met with compassion, safety, and the God who restores.
You Are Welcome Here
Whether your pain feels fresh or decades old…
Whether you’re overwhelmed, exhausted, angry, numb, anxious, grieving, or unsure where to begin…
Whether your faith feels strong, shaky, or somewhere in between…
You belong here.
Your story is safe here.
And hope is possible.